Hydroponic growing rack

By designing detachable planting columns and intelligently managed hydroponic planting racks, the problems of simple structure and poor nutrient solution control in existing hydroponic planting racks have been solved. This enables flexible combination, quick assembly and disassembly, and intelligent management, improving the stability and convenience of the planting system.

CN224473815UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-10UNIVERSELITE

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
UNIVERSELITE
Filing Date
2025-06-27
Publication Date
2026-07-10

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Technical Problem

Existing hydroponic planting racks have a simple structure, low modularity, are inconvenient to maintain, have uneven nutrient solution distribution, low supply efficiency, and lack intelligent control, which affects plant growth.

Method used

Design a hydroponic planting rack that includes a water storage tank and planting columns. The planting columns are composed of detachable cylindrical parts connected by snap-fit ​​components. The planting frame has a sliding groove and slot structure and is equipped with a multi-functional detection electrode to achieve intelligent management and control the nutrient solution level and water flow.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible combination and quick assembly/disassembly of planting racks, facilitating plant replacement and cleaning, optimizing water flow control, improving system stability and ease of operation, and is suitable for plant cultivation in various scenarios.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of planting frame equipment, concretely relates to a water culture planting frame, including water storage tank and setting at the top of water storage tank's planting column, be equipped with water pipe loop between water storage tank and planting column, the planting column includes a plurality of section detachable connection's cylindrical piece, the cylindrical piece includes top cylindrical piece, bottom cylindrical piece mounting seat and a plurality of section middle part cylindrical piece, one side of middle part cylindrical piece is equipped with the planting frame of inclined setting, be equipped with cup cover spare and planting basket in planting frame, cup cover spare is covered in planting frame, planting basket is covered in cup cover spare. The water culture planting frame disclosed by the utility model not only compact structure, modularization design flexible, and have good water flow control, nutrient solution management and the advantages such as convenient disassembly, be applicable to the plant planting demand under a variety of scenes of family balcony, office space etc., have wide market prospect and popularization value.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of planting rack equipment, specifically relating to a hydroponic planting rack. Background Technology

[0002] With the acceleration of urbanization and the improvement of people's living standards, hydroponics, as a new type of efficient, environmentally friendly, and energy-saving agricultural model, is gradually gaining popularity among home users and professional growers. Traditional soil cultivation methods are limited by space, environment, and resource conditions, making large-scale application difficult in urban environments. Hydroponics, on the other hand, uses nutrient solutions to supply the water and nutrients needed for plant growth instead of soil, offering advantages such as saving space, reducing pests and diseases, and ease of management.

[0003] Currently, hydroponic planting racks on the market generally suffer from problems such as simple structure, low modularity, and inconvenient maintenance. For example, most planting racks use a one-piece design, making it impossible to flexibly adjust the number of planting layers and planting density according to plant species or growth stages. At the same time, planting baskets are usually fixed in place, making them difficult to disassemble, clean, or replace, affecting hygiene and the lifespan of the equipment. Furthermore, traditional hydroponic systems lack intelligent design in areas such as water circulation and nutrient solution control, leading to uneven nutrient solution distribution, low supply efficiency, and even water accumulation and overflow, which negatively impact normal plant growth.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need to provide a hydroponic planting rack with a reasonable structure, easy assembly and disassembly, high functional integration and good water flow control capabilities, so as to meet the diverse and personalized needs of different users for plant planting and improve the stability and ease of operation of the system.

[0005] Therefore, this utility model is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0006] This utility model provides a hydroponic planting rack to solve the technical problems existing in the prior art.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0008] A hydroponic planting rack includes a water storage tank and a planting column disposed on top of the water storage tank, with a water pipe loop between the water storage tank and the planting column; the planting column includes several detachably connected cylindrical sections, each cylindrical section including a top cylindrical section, a bottom cylindrical section mounting base, and several middle cylindrical sections, with an inclined planting frame disposed on one side of each middle cylindrical section, and a cup kit and a planting basket disposed within the planting frame, the cup kit being fitted inside the planting frame, and the planting basket being fitted inside the cup kit.

[0009] The inner wall of the cup assembly is provided with a sliding groove, and the outer wall of the planting basket is provided with a slider. The sliding groove and the slider are configured to cooperate with each other.

[0010] The planting frame is provided with a slot, and the cup kit is provided with a block. The slot and the block are configured to cooperate with each other.

[0011] The cup set has a water outlet and an overflow hole on its side wall.

[0012] The bottom end of the top cylindrical component, the top end of the bottom cylindrical component mounting base, and both ends of the middle cylindrical component are provided with snap-fit ​​components; the snap-fit ​​components include a first snap-fit ​​component or a second snap-fit ​​component, and the first snap-fit ​​component and the second snap-fit ​​component are configured to cooperate with each other.

[0013] The first snap-fit ​​assembly includes an inverted L-shaped snap-fit ​​groove, and the second snap-fit ​​assembly includes a protrusion that is rotatably snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0014] The buckle groove is provided with a limiting protrusion.

[0015] The first buckle component has a first elliptical arc, and the second buckle component has a second elliptical arc. The first elliptical arc and the second elliptical arc are combined to form a complete ellipse.

[0016] The top cylindrical component has a water inlet on one side; the middle cylindrical component adjacent to the top cylindrical component has a water pipe end support at its top.

[0017] The water storage tank is equipped with a multi-functional detection electrode.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] (1) The planting rack disclosed in this application includes a water storage tank and a planting column at its top. The planting column is composed of several detachable cylindrical parts, including a top cylindrical part, a bottom cylindrical part mounting base and a middle cylindrical part, which facilitates the free combination of planting height and quantity according to actual needs, greatly improving the flexibility and adaptability of the device. The connection between each section of the planting column adopts a first snap fastener assembly and a second snap fastener assembly cooperation structure. The first snap fastener assembly adopts an inverted L-shaped snap fastener groove, and the second snap fastener assembly adopts a protrusion. The connection is achieved by rotation and snap fastening, which is quick and reliable. The snap fastener groove is also provided with a limiting protrusion to further enhance the connection firmness and prevent accidental disengagement.

[0020] (2) In this application, each section of the central cylindrical part is provided with an inclined planting frame. The planting frame is provided with a cup kit and a planting basket in sequence. The planting basket is slidably installed by a slider and the sliding groove of the cup kit, so as to realize quick disassembly and assembly, making it convenient for users to replace plants or clean parts and improve the ease of use. At the same time, a slot and a block cooperation structure is provided between the planting frame and the cup kit to enhance the overall assembly stability and prevent loosening and falling off during use.

[0021] (3) The cup kit is provided with an outlet and an overflow hole on the side wall, which can effectively control the nutrient solution level and avoid root hypoxia or water accumulation caused by excessive liquid level, thus ensuring healthy plant growth. When the water pump in the water tank is working, the water level will overflow after reaching the outlet. When the water pump stops working, the water in the cup kit will be slowly drained from the overflow hole, allowing some roots to be exposed to the air. At the same time, the nutrient solution below the overflow hole will be temporarily stored in the cup kit, allowing the plant to absorb nutrients at any time, reducing the frequency of water pump operation, thereby saving water. If the high water level line does not drain from the outlet, the planting basket will be soaked in the nutrient solution. If the roots are completely soaked for too long, root rot will easily occur, and the effect of tidal hydroponics cannot be achieved.

[0022] (4) The present application provides a first elliptical arc and a second elliptical arc at adjacent buckle components, which form a complete elliptical structure after splicing, making it easy for users to confirm that the first buckle component and the second buckle component are fully engaged, and also making the overall appearance of the planting column more beautiful and smooth.

[0023] (5) The top cylindrical part is equipped with a water inlet pipe, and the top of the adjacent middle cylindrical part is equipped with a water pipe end support to ensure stable operation of the water pipe and avoid the risk of leakage caused by water flow impact or pipe deviation; the water storage tank is equipped with a multi-functional detection electrode, which can monitor the high and low water levels, EC value and pH value in real time, providing users with accurate nutrient solution management basis and realizing intelligent control of the hydroponic system.

[0024] (6) The hydroponic planting rack disclosed in this application is not only compact in structure and flexible in modular design, but also has the advantages of good water flow control, nutrient solution management and convenient assembly and disassembly. It is suitable for plant planting needs in various scenarios such as home balconies and office spaces, and has broad market prospects and promotional value. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a hydroponic planting rack according to the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a hydroponic planting rack according to the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of a hydroponic planting rack according to the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of part A;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of a hydroponic planting rack according to the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0030] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A structural diagram of section B;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a partial structural diagram of a hydroponic planting rack according to the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0032] Figure 8 This is a partial structural diagram of a hydroponic planting rack according to the present invention. Figure 4 ;

[0033] The components are labeled as follows: 1. Water tank; 2. Lamp post; 3. Water pipe circuit; 41. Top cylindrical component; 42. Bottom cylindrical component mounting base; 43. Middle cylindrical component; 51. Planting frame; 511. Slot; 52. Cup kit; 521. Slide groove; 522. Block; 523. Water outlet; 524. Overflow hole; 53. Planting basket; 531. Slider; 61. Clip groove; 62. Protrusion; 63. Limiting protrusion; 71. First elliptical arc; 72. Second elliptical arc; 8. Water inlet pipe; 9. Water pipe end support; 10. Multifunctional detection electrode. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The present invention will be further described below with reference to specific embodiments.

[0035] In the following description, all directional (or orientational) concepts involving up, down, left, right, front, and back refer to the position of the figure being described, and are intended to facilitate public understanding. Therefore, they should not be construed as a special limitation on the technical solution provided by this utility model.

[0036] like Figures 1-8 As shown, a hydroponic planting rack includes a water storage tank 1 and a planting column set on top of the water storage tank 1 (this application has two planting columns, and a light column 2 is set at the middle of the two planting columns to illuminate the plants on the planting columns). A water pipe circuit 3 is provided between the water storage tank 1 and the planting column (the planting column is hollow, and the nutrient solution flows from top to bottom through each cylindrical section and then into the water storage tank 1. The nutrient solution is then drawn from the water storage tank 1 through the water pipe circuit 3 to the water inlet 8 of the top cylindrical section 41) for recycling the nutrient solution. The planting column includes several detachably connected cylindrical sections. The cylindrical section includes a top cylindrical section 41, a bottom cylindrical section mounting base 42, and several middle cylindrical sections 43. An inclined planting frame 51 is provided on one side of the middle cylindrical section 43. A cup set 52 and a planting basket 53 are provided in the planting frame 51. The cup set 52 is fitted inside the planting frame 51, and the planting basket 53 is fitted inside the cup set 52.

[0037] The inner wall of the cup assembly 52 is provided with a groove 521, and the outer wall of the planting basket 53 is provided with a slider 531. The groove 521 and the slider 531 are configured to cooperate. The planting frame 51 is provided with a slot 511, and the cup assembly 52 is provided with a locking block 522. The slot 511 and the locking block 522 are configured to cooperate. The planting basket 53 is slidably installed by the slider 531 cooperating with the groove 521 of the cup assembly 52, which enables quick assembly and disassembly, making it convenient for users to replace plants or clean parts, and improving ease of use. At the same time, there is a structure between the planting frame 51 and the cup assembly 52 where the slot 511 and the locking block 522 cooperate, that is, the cup assembly 52 is snapped into the planting frame 51, which enhances the overall assembly stability and prevents it from loosening and falling off during use.

[0038] The cup assembly 52 has an outlet 523 and an overflow hole 524 on its side wall, which can effectively control the nutrient solution level and avoid root hypoxia or waterlogging caused by excessive liquid level, ensuring healthy plant growth (this structure ensures that the nutrient solution is circulated once every 2-3 hours, making full use of the nutrient solution). Specifically, when the water pump in the water tank 1 is working, the water level will overflow when it reaches the outlet 523; when the water pump stops working, the water in the cup assembly 52 will slowly drain out through the overflow hole 524, allowing some roots to be exposed to the air. At the same time, the nutrient solution below the overflow hole 524 will be temporarily stored in the cup assembly, allowing the plants in the planting basket 53 to absorb nutrients at any time, reducing the frequency of water pump operation and thus saving water. If the high water level line does not drain out to the outlet 523, the planting basket 53 will be soaked in the nutrient solution. If the roots are completely soaked for too long, root rot may easily occur, and the effect of tidal hydroponics cannot be achieved.

[0039] The bottom of the top cylindrical component 41, the top of the bottom cylindrical component mounting base 42, and both ends of the middle cylindrical component 43 are provided with snap-fit ​​components (generally, two sets of snap-fit ​​components are set at the same end to make the snap-fit ​​more secure). The snap-fit ​​components include a first snap-fit ​​component or a second snap-fit ​​component, which are configured to cooperate with each other. The first snap-fit ​​component includes an inverted L-shaped snap-fit ​​groove 61, and the second snap-fit ​​component includes a protrusion 62, which is rotatably snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove 61. The snap-fit ​​groove 61 is provided with a limiting protrusion 63. The first snap-fit ​​component is provided with a first elliptical arc 71, and the second snap-fit ​​component is provided with a second elliptical arc 72. The first elliptical arc 71 and the second elliptical arc 72 are combined vertically to form a complete ellipse, which makes it easy for the user to confirm that the first snap-fit ​​component and the second snap-fit ​​component are fully engaged, and also makes the overall appearance of the planting column more beautiful and smooth.

[0040] A water inlet 8 is provided on one side of the top cylindrical component 41; a water pipe end support 9 is provided at the top of the middle cylindrical component 43 adjacent to the top cylindrical component 41 to ensure stable operation of the water pipe and avoid the risk of leakage caused by water flow impact or pipe misalignment. The water storage tank 1 is equipped with a multi-functional detection electrode 10, which can monitor the high and low water levels, EC value and pH value in real time, providing users with accurate nutrient solution management basis and realizing intelligent control of the hydroponic system.

[0041] The planting rack disclosed in this application includes a water storage tank 1 and a planting column located at its top. The planting column is composed of several detachably connected cylindrical sections, including a top cylindrical section 41, a bottom cylindrical section mounting base 42, and a middle cylindrical section 43. This allows for free combination of planting height and quantity according to actual needs, greatly improving the flexibility and adaptability of the device. The connection between the sections of the planting column adopts a first snap-fit ​​component and a second snap-fit ​​component. The first snap-fit ​​component uses an inverted L-shaped snap-fit ​​groove 61, and the second snap-fit ​​component uses a protrusion 62. A stable connection is achieved through rotation and snap-fit, and the assembly and disassembly are quick and reliable. The snap-fit ​​groove 61 is also provided with a limiting protrusion 63 to further enhance the connection and prevent accidental disengagement.

[0042] In this application, each section of the central cylindrical component 43 is provided with an inclined planting frame 51. Inside the planting frame 51, a cup kit 52 and a planting basket 53 are arranged in sequence. The planting basket 53 is slidably installed by a slider 531 cooperating with the sliding groove 521 of the cup kit 52, which enables quick assembly and disassembly, making it convenient for users to replace plants or clean parts and improving ease of use. At the same time, a slot 511 and a locking block 522 are provided between the planting frame 51 and the cup kit 52 to enhance the overall assembly stability and prevent loosening and falling off during use.

[0043] The hydroponic planting rack disclosed in this application is not only compact in structure and flexible in modular design, but also has the advantages of good water flow control, nutrient solution management and convenient assembly and disassembly. It is suitable for plant planting needs in various scenarios such as home balconies and office spaces, and has broad market prospects and promotional value.

[0044] It should be noted that the device structure and accompanying drawings of this utility model mainly describe the principle of this utility model. In terms of the technical aspects of this design principle, the setting of the power mechanism, power supply system and control system of the device is not fully described. However, under the premise that those skilled in the art understand the principle of the above utility model, the specific details of its power mechanism, power supply system and control system can be clearly understood. The control method in the application document is automatic control through a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by those skilled in the art through simple programming.

[0045] All standard parts used can be purchased from the market, and can be customized according to the instructions and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the existing technology. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the existing technology, and the structure and principle of the components known to those skilled in the art can be known by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods.

[0046] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and alterations can be made to these embodiments, or they can be used directly or indirectly, without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention. In other related technical fields, the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents, and they are similarly included within the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A hydroponic planting rack, characterized in that: The device includes a water storage tank and a planting column mounted on top of the water storage tank, with a water pipe loop between the water storage tank and the planting column. The planting column includes several detachably connected cylindrical sections, each cylindrical section including a top cylindrical section, a bottom cylindrical section mounting base, and several middle cylindrical sections. One side of each middle cylindrical section has an inclined planting frame. The planting frame contains a cup kit and a planting basket, with the cup kit fitted inside the planting frame and the planting basket fitted inside the cup kit.

2. The hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the cup assembly is provided with a sliding groove, and the outer wall of the planting basket is provided with a slider. The sliding groove and the slider are configured to cooperate with each other.

3. The hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The planting frame is provided with a slot, and the cup kit is provided with a block. The slot and the block are configured to cooperate with each other.

4. A hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The cup set has a water outlet and an overflow hole on its side wall.

5. A hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom end of the top cylindrical component, the top end of the bottom cylindrical component mounting base, and both ends of the middle cylindrical component are provided with snap-fit ​​components; the snap-fit ​​components include a first snap-fit ​​component or a second snap-fit ​​component, and the first snap-fit ​​component and the second snap-fit ​​component are configured to cooperate with each other.

6. A hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The first snap-fit ​​assembly includes an inverted L-shaped snap-fit ​​groove, and the second snap-fit ​​assembly includes a protrusion that is rotatably snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove.

7. A hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The buckle groove is provided with a limiting protrusion.

8. A hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The first buckle component has a first elliptical arc, and the second buckle component has a second elliptical arc. The first elliptical arc and the second elliptical arc are combined to form a complete ellipse.

9. A hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The top cylindrical component has a water inlet on one side; the middle cylindrical component adjacent to the top cylindrical component has a water pipe end support at its top.

10. A hydroponic planting rack as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The water storage tank is equipped with a multi-functional detection electrode.