Overflow assembly and drain device

By using a plug-in and slot-locking design and a connecting post positioning design, the problem of requiring simultaneous internal and external operation of existing bathtub overflow structures is solved, enabling detachable connection of the overflow component, reducing maintenance costs and improving assembly efficiency.

CN224468505UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-07林菊琴
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
林菊琴
Filing Date
2025-08-11
Publication Date
2026-07-07

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing bathtub overflow structure is connected by threaded fastening, which requires simultaneous operation from both the inside and outside sides. This makes disassembly and installation inconvenient, increases costs, and is inefficient.

Method used

The system uses a plug-in and slot-locking mechanism, combined with a pre-positioning design of the connecting post and positioning hole, to achieve a detachable connection between the overflow panel and the overflow connector. It also utilizes spring clips and threaded connections for quick installation and removal.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the installation process, reduces maintenance costs, facilitates parts replacement, and improves assembly efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of overflow assembly and drainage device, including respectively being located in the overflow panel and overflow connector of the both sides of bathtub body inside and outside, overflow panel is equipped with overflow hole, overflow passage is formed between overflow panel and overflow connector, overflow panel is equipped with plug-in part towards the side of overflow connector, overflow connector is equipped with the insertion slot of shape adaptation with plug-in part, plug-in part and insertion slot are engaged with each other;Overflow panel is equipped with the overflow connecting seat that can be inserted into overflow connector, the opening end of overflow connecting seat is communicated with the overflow hole of overflow panel, and the other end of overflow connecting seat is equipped with drain hole;When the plug-in part is inserted into insertion slot and guided axial alignment, overflow hole and overflow connecting seat form fluid passage when the alignment of overflow panel and overflow connector is installed.The utility model installs detachable overflow panel, plug-in part and insertion slot are engaged with each other, simplify installation process, and it is convenient to replace maintenance.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sanitary ware technology, and in particular to an overflow component and a drainage device. Background Technology

[0002] Current bathtub overflow structures generally use threaded fastening connections, as shown in patent publication CN218027985U. This involves a fixing screw penetrating the bathtub wall, which, along with a locking nut, connects the lid to the seat. This method has significant drawbacks. It requires simultaneous operation from both the inside and outside of the bathtub body: tightening the fixing screw on the inside and tightening the locking nut on the outside. For users who need to replace the lid, each time the nut needs to be unscrewed and repositioned, the entire lid needs to be replaced, undoubtedly increasing costs and resulting in low assembly efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings and deficiencies of the existing technology and to provide an overflow component and a drainage device.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an overflow component, comprising an overflow panel and an overflow connector respectively disposed on the inner and outer sides of the bathtub body. The overflow panel has an overflow hole, and an overflow channel is formed between the overflow panel and the overflow connector. A connector is provided on the side of the overflow panel facing the overflow connector, and a slot adapted to the shape of the connector is provided on the overflow connector. The connector engages with the slot. The overflow panel has an overflow connecting seat that can extend into the overflow connector. The open end of the overflow connecting seat communicates with the overflow hole of the overflow panel, and the other end of the overflow connecting seat has a drain hole. When the overflow panel and the overflow connector are aligned and installed, the connector is inserted into the slot to guide axial alignment, thereby forming a fluid passage between the overflow panel and the overflow connecting seat.

[0005] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, two plug-in components are provided and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the overflow connector.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the connector includes a plurality of spring pieces spaced apart along the circumferential direction. After the connector is inserted into the slot, the spring pieces are compressed and retracted to reset, thereby realizing the connection between the overflow panel and the overflow connector.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the overflow panel is symmetrically provided with two connecting posts on the side facing the overflow connector; the number of plug-in parts is two, and each plug-in part is threadedly connected to the corresponding connecting post.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the connecting column is provided with an external thread, and the plug-in is provided with an internal thread hole that mates with the external thread.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the overflow connector is provided with positioning holes on both sides corresponding to the connecting column, and the connecting column of the overflow connector is aligned with the positioning holes of the overflow connector.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, it also includes a fixing plate, which is disposed on the inner wall of the bathtub body and has multiple mounting holes; the fixing plate is fixedly connected to the overflow connector by screws passing through the mounting holes.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the overflow connector is provided with a sealing gasket on the side facing the overflow panel.

[0012] A drainage device includes an overflow assembly for installation on the side wall of a bathtub body, a drain for installation on the bottom of the bathtub body, and a drain pipe connecting the two.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the drainer is provided with a flat pipe connector for connecting a drain pipe, wherein the drain pipe is a flat pipe.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] The spring clips of the connectors are press-fitted into the inner wall of the slots. During installation, axial alignment and locking are completed by simply inserting the connectors, replacing traditional threaded fasteners. During disassembly, the connectors can be separated with the help of external force, making replacement and maintenance convenient.

[0016] The overflow connector is pre-positioned with the connecting column through the positioning hole to achieve initial alignment during installation. The symmetrically arranged plug-in parts are threaded with the connecting column to achieve compression and fixation, replacing the traditional welding / gluing. The overflow connector and overflow panel can be detachably connected. This modular design facilitates the replacement of parts and reduces maintenance costs. The "plug-in pre-positioning and symmetrical compression" dual mechanism solves the defect of traditional overflow chambers that cannot be disassembled. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overflow component of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the overflow component of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the overflow component of this utility model from another perspective;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the connector in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the overflow connector in this utility model.

[0023] Reference numerals: 1. Overflow panel; 2. Overflow connector; 3. Overflow hole; 4. Connector; 5. Slot; 6. Overflow connector base; 7. Drain hole; 8. Drainer; 9. Spring clip; 10. Connecting post; 11. Positioning hole; 12. Fixing plate; 13. Mounting hole; 14. Sealing gasket; 15. Drain pipe; 16. Flat pipe connector. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the technical means, creative features, and achieved objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model is further described below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings. However, the following embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and not all of them. Other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments described in the implementation plan without creative effort are all within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0025] The specific embodiments of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 6 The diagram illustrates an overflow assembly and a drainage device. The overflow assembly includes an overflow panel 1 and an overflow connector 2 respectively disposed on the inner and outer sides of the bathtub body. The overflow panel 1 has an overflow hole 3, forming an overflow channel between the overflow panel 1 and the overflow connector 2. A connector 4 is provided on the side of the overflow panel 1 facing the overflow connector 2, and the overflow connector 2 has a slot 5 that matches the shape of the connector 4, with the connector 4 engaging with the slot 5. The overflow panel 1 also has an overflow connection seat 6 that can extend into the overflow connector 2, with an opening in the overflow connection seat 6. The overflow panel 1 is connected to the overflow hole 3 at one end, and the overflow connector 6 is provided with a drain hole 7 at the other end. When the overflow panel 1 and the overflow connector 2 are aligned and installed, the plug 4 is inserted into the slot 5 to guide axial alignment, so that a fluid passage is formed between the overflow panel 1 and the overflow connector 6. In this embodiment, the overflow component is part of the drainage device, which is mainly used in the bathtub body. The main improvement of this application is the detachable structure of the overflow panel 1 and the overflow connector 2 in the overflow component. Therefore, the principle of other parts is not described.

[0027] The spring 9 of the connector 4 is interference-fitted with the inner wall of the slot 5. During installation, the axial alignment and locking are completed by aligning and inserting the connector, which replaces the traditional threaded fastening. During disassembly, it can be separated with the help of external force, which is convenient for replacement and maintenance.

[0028] Two connectors 4 are provided and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the overflow connector 6. The connector 4 includes multiple spring pieces 9 distributed at intervals along the circumferential direction. After the connector 4 is inserted into the slot 5, the spring pieces 9 are pressed inward and reset to achieve the connection between the overflow panel 1 and the overflow connector 2.

[0029] Two connecting posts 10 are symmetrically provided on the side of the overflow panel 1 facing the overflow connector 2; there are two plug-in parts 4, and each plug-in part 4 is threadedly connected to the corresponding connecting post 10.

[0030] The connecting post 10 is provided with an external thread, and the plug-in 4 is provided with an internal thread hole that mates with the external thread; or, the connecting post 10 is provided with an internal thread, and the plug-in post is provided with a threaded post that mates with the internal thread; or, the plug-in 4 is directly sleeved on the connecting post 10, and the plug-in 4 is pressed onto the connecting post 10 by a nut.

[0031] The overflow connector 6 has positioning holes 11 on both sides corresponding to the connecting post 10. The connecting post 10 of the overflow connector 2 is aligned with the positioning holes 11 of the overflow connector 6.

[0032] The overflow connector 6 is pre-positioned with the connecting post 10 through the positioning hole 11 to achieve initial alignment during installation. The symmetrically arranged plug-in parts 4 are threadedly engaged with the connecting post 10 to achieve compression and fixation, replacing the traditional welding / gluing. The overflow connector 6 and the overflow panel 1 can be detachably connected. This modular design facilitates the replacement of parts and reduces maintenance costs. The "plug-in pre-positioning and symmetrical compression" dual mechanism solves the defect of the traditional overflow cavity being non-removable.

[0033] It also includes a fixing plate 12, which is located on the inner wall of the bathtub body and has multiple mounting holes 13. The fixing plate 12 is fixedly connected to the overflow connector 2 by screws passing through the mounting holes 13. In this embodiment, the fixing plate 12 is installed on the inner wall of the bathtub body, and the screws pass through the fixing plate 12, the bathtub body, and the overflow connector 2 and are then fixed by nuts. Alternatively, the overflow connector 2 has a pre-set internal thread hole, and the screws pass through the fixing plate 12, the bathtub body, and the internal thread hole of the overflow connector 2.

[0034] A sealing gasket 14 is provided on the side of the overflow connector 2 facing the overflow panel 1. After the fixing plate 12 is connected to the overflow connector 2, the sealing between the overflow connector 2 and the outer wall of the bathtub body is guaranteed. In this embodiment, the sealing gasket 14 is made of rubber or silicone or other materials.

[0035] A drainage device includes an overflow assembly for installation on the side wall of a bathtub body, a drainer 8 for installation on the bottom of the bathtub body, and a drain pipe 15 connecting the two. The drainer 8 is provided with a flat pipe connector 16 for connecting the drain pipe 15. The drain pipe 15 is a flat pipe. In this embodiment, the drainer 8 is commercially available and is prior art, so it is not described in detail. The main point of this application is the detachable structure of the overflow assembly.

[0036] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. All such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of this utility model as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An overflow assembly, comprising an overflow panel (1) and an overflow connector (2) respectively disposed on the inner and outer sides of a bathtub body, wherein the overflow panel (1) is provided with an overflow hole (3), and an overflow channel is formed between the overflow panel (1) and the overflow connector (2), characterized in that: The overflow panel (1) is provided with a plug (4) on the side facing the overflow connector (2). The overflow connector (2) is provided with a slot (5) that matches the shape of the plug (4). The plug (4) and the slot (5) are engaged. The overflow panel (1) is provided with an overflow connector (6) that can be inserted into the overflow connector (2). The open end of the overflow connector (6) is connected to the overflow hole (3) of the overflow panel (1). The other end of the overflow connector (6) is provided with a drain hole (7). When the overflow panel (1) and the overflow connector (2) are aligned and installed, the plug (4) is inserted into the slot (5) to guide axial alignment, so that a fluid passage is formed between the overflow panel (1) and the overflow connector (6).

2. The overflow component according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two connectors (4) are provided and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the overflow connector (6).

3. The overflow component according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (4) includes multiple spring pieces (9) spaced apart along the circumferential direction. After the connector (4) is inserted into the slot (5), the spring pieces (9) are pressed inward and reset to achieve the connection between the overflow panel (1) and the overflow connector (2).

4. The overflow component according to claim 2, characterized in that: The overflow panel (1) is symmetrically provided with two connecting posts (10) on the side facing the overflow connector (2); there are two plugs (4), and each plug (4) is threadedly connected to the corresponding connecting post (10).

5. The overflow component according to claim 4, characterized in that: The connecting post (10) is provided with an external thread, and the plug-in (4) is provided with an internal thread hole that mates with the external thread.

6. The overflow component according to claim 4, characterized in that: The overflow connector (6) has positioning holes (11) on both sides corresponding to the connecting column (10), and the connecting column (10) of the overflow connector (2) is aligned with the positioning holes (11) of the overflow connector (6).

7. The overflow component according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a fixing plate (12), which is located on the inner wall of the bathtub body and has multiple mounting holes (13); the fixing plate (12) is fixedly connected to the overflow connector (2) by screws passing through the mounting holes (13).

8. The overflow component according to claim 1 or 5, characterized in that: The overflow connector (2) is provided with a sealing gasket (14) on the side facing the overflow panel (1).

9. A drainage device comprising an overflow assembly for installation on a side wall of a bathtub body, a drain (8) for installation on the bottom of the bathtub body, and a drain pipe (15) connecting the two, characterized in that: The overflow component is the overflow component according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. The drainage device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The drainer (8) is provided with a flat pipe connector (16) for connecting the drain pipe (15), which is a flat pipe.

Citation Information

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  • Drainer integrating water inlet, overflow and drainage functions and bathtub

    CN218027985U