A sink

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of sink, it includes sink main body, first water outlet, second water outlet, electromagnetic control assembly, ultrasonic transducer, drainage component and control panel.Sink main body can be fixed on countertop, first water outlet and second water outlet are respectively located sink upper end face and side wall, and independent water supply control is realized by electromagnetic control assembly;Ultrasonic transducer is movable and placed in filter basket or cleaning basin, for multidirectional cleaning;Drainage component is driven by motor to realize one-key water storage and drainage;Control panel integrates control each function module, and display water temperature information.The present application can save space by integrated design, optimize operation convenience, while reducing water consumption, improve cleaning efficiency and user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a water tank. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards improve, the demand for intelligent control of kitchen and bathroom products is also increasing. Currently, most sinks on the market require manual opening of the drain outlet to drain water, which is very inconvenient. Traditional sinks are inadequate in terms of drainage control, water output adjustment, and cleaning function integration, and lack intelligent operation methods. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This utility model discloses a water tank, which aims to solve the problems mentioned above.

[0004] The present invention adopts the following solution:

[0005] A sink includes a sink configured to be fixed to a countertop, and further includes: a control panel disposed on the sink, the control panel having an electrically connected control module and a switch; a drainage assembly disposed below the sink, the drainage assembly including a lower water body and a drain rod, the drain rod being disposed within the lower water body and movable vertically relative to the lower water body, the drain rod sealingly engaging with the lower water body when movable downwards to block the drain outlet of the lower water body; and a drive component controlling the vertical movement of the drain rod relative to the lower water body, the drive component being electrically connected to the control module so that the switch controls the activation of the drive component, thereby achieving water storage or drainage of the sink.

[0006] In this embodiment of the utility model, a rocker arm is configured in the lower water body. The rocker arm is rotatably connected to the lower water body in the middle. One end of the rocker arm abuts against the bottom of the drain rod, and the other end of the rocker arm is connected to a drive unit via a pull rope. The pull rope can control one end of the rocker arm to tilt relative to the lower water body. The drive unit is a motor that can be started and stopped by a switch controller. When one end of the rocker arm tilts relative to the lower water body, the rocker arm can lift the drain rod out of the drain outlet of the lower water body, opening the drain outlet for drainage.

[0007] In this embodiment of the utility model, a drainage control box is also included. The drainage control box includes a box body, and a motor is disposed inside the box body. The motor is connected to the rocker via a pull rope. The rotation of the motor can drive the rocker to rotate in the drain body. A limit switch is also disposed inside the box body. The limit switch is configured to cooperate with the motor to control the rocker to perform periodic reciprocating rotation in the drain body.

[0008] In this embodiment of the invention, one end of the pull rope is provided with a ball head, and the box is provided with a first connecting rod capable of reciprocating linear motion. The ball head can be disposed in a slot at one end of the first connecting rod. A cam capable of synchronous rotation is sleeved on the output shaft of the motor, and a pair of limit switches are disposed on the rotation trajectory of the cam. When the cam rotates and triggers the limit switches, it can control the motor to stop rotating. The invention also includes a second connecting rod, one end of which is sleeved on the other end of the first connecting rod, and the other end of the second connecting rod is sleeved on the cam.

[0009] In this embodiment of the invention, the invention further includes: a first water outlet and a second water outlet, which are disposed on a water tank and can discharge water into the water tank; an electromagnetic control component is disposed at the water inlet end of the two water outlets, which is configured to control whether the first water outlet and the second water outlet discharge water; an ultrasonic transducer, which is configured to clean items in the water tank, and is configured to move relative to the water tank so as to clean the water tank from multiple directions; a control module is electrically connected to the electromagnetic control component and the ultrasonic transducer, and the switch is configured to control whether the first water outlet and the second water outlet discharge water and whether the ultrasonic transducer performs cleaning work via the control module.

[0010] In this embodiment of the invention, an ultrasonic drive box that can be integrated with the drainage control box is also included. The ultrasonic drive box is equipped with a driver that can be adapted to the ultrasonic transducer and can be electrically connected to the control module.

[0011] In this embodiment of the present invention, the electromagnetic control component includes a water channel, on which an inlet channel and at least two outlet channels are configured. The inlet channel is configured with at least two outlets, and the outlets are configured to be connected to the inlet end of the outlet channel. The outlet end of the outlet channel is connected to a first outlet component and a second outlet component. A solenoid valve assembly capable of controlling the on / off state of the outlet channel is also configured, and the solenoid valve assembly is configured to be electrically connected to the control module. A temperature regulating valve assembly is also configured above the water tank, and the outlet end of the temperature regulating valve assembly is connected to the inlet end of the inlet channel.

[0012] In this embodiment of the invention, a temperature sensor for detecting fluid temperature is configured in the water inlet channel. The temperature sensor can be electrically connected to the control module. The control panel is also configured with a display panel that can be electrically connected to the control module. The display panel can display the temperature of the fluid in the water inlet channel.

[0013] In this embodiment of the utility model, the control panel is disposed on one side of the water tank, and a filter basket is also disposed on one side of the water tank, and the ultrasonic transducer can be placed in the filter basket.

[0014] In this embodiment of the present invention, the first water outlet is disposed on the upper surface of the water tank away from the side where the user stands, and the second water outlet is disposed on the side wall of the water tank away from the side where the user stands; a stepped surface is disposed on the inner side wall of the water tank above and / or below the second water outlet, the stepped surface being configured to be used to place a washing basin and a cutting board, which can be moved on the stepped surface; the ultrasonic transducer can be placed inside the washing basin.

[0015] This technical solution is implemented through the following steps: S1, the user sends a command through the switch on the control panel, and the control module sends a signal to the electromagnetic control component after receiving the command; S2, the electromagnetic control component controls the water outlet status of the first and second water outlets according to the signal; S3, the temperature regulating valve assembly adjusts the water temperature flowing into the water tank, and the temperature sensor detects the water temperature and feeds the data back to the control module; S4, the ultrasonic transducer is activated under the command of the control module to clean the items in the water tank from multiple directions; S5, the drainage assembly completes the drainage or water storage operation under the command of the control module.

[0016] This utility model provides a sink with the following advantages: First, the basin-within-a-basin design combined with ultrasonic cleaning significantly reduces water consumption during the cleaning process; second, the electronically controlled drainage component allows users to complete drainage or water storage operations with a single button, improving ease of use; third, the independent control of the first and second water outlets, along with the mechanical knob temperature adjustment function, allows users to flexibly adjust to different cleaning needs and continues to use even after a power outage; finally, the design integrating all control switches on the same control panel makes the operation of the entire sink simpler and more efficient, optimizing the countertop layout.

[0017] In summary, this utility model solves the problems of limited functionality and complex operation of existing sinks by integrating multiple functional modules into the main body of the sink. It also takes into account space utilization and user experience, and has significant technical advantages and practical value. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the water tank in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the present invention in the cleaning state.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the present invention in an uncleaned state.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the electromagnetic control component in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the electromagnetic control component in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the drainage component in this utility model during drainage.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the drainage component in this utility model when it is not draining water (the water tank is filled with water).

[0026] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the drainage control box in this utility model.

[0027] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the drainage control box in this utility model.

[0028] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the control panel in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments.

[0030] Referring to the accompanying drawings, this utility model provides a water tank, and the specific embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the structure shown in the drawings and the reference numerals. The cleaning water tank mainly includes a water tank 1, a first water outlet 2, a second water outlet 3, an electromagnetic control assembly 4, an ultrasonic transducer 5, a control panel 6, a drainage assembly 7, a temperature regulating valve assembly 19, a temperature sensor 20, a display panel 21, a filter basket 22, a stepped surface 23, a cleaning basin 24, and a mechanical switch 25. The first water outlet can be a pull-out faucet, and the second water outlet is a spray nozzle. The ultrasonic transducer is movable and can be placed inside the cleaning basin or water tank for multi-directional cleaning. The cleaning basin and water tank are designed as a basin within a basin; when there are many items to be cleaned, they can be placed in the water tank, and when there are few items to be cleaned, the cleaning basin can be used, thus saving water.

[0031] The sink 1 is the main component of the entire device, designed to be fixed to the kitchen countertop and meet daily cleaning needs. The internal space of the sink 1 is optimized for a large capacity, accommodating items such as the washing basin 24 and cutting board 32, while ensuring efficient space utilization during operation. The first water outlet 2 is located on the upper surface of the sink 1 away from the user's standing position, while the second water outlet 3 is located on the side wall of the sink 1 away from the user's standing position. These two water outlets are connected to the electromagnetic control component 4 via their inlets, supplying water to the sink 1. The electromagnetic control component 4 is located below the sink 1 and can be mounted on the side wall of the sink below the countertop.

[0032] The electromagnetic control assembly mainly includes a water channel 29, an inlet channel 17, and at least two outlet channels 18. The inlet channel 17 has multiple outlets 30, which are connected to the inlet ends of the outlet channels 18. The outlet ends of the outlet channels 18 are connected to the first outlet component 2 and the second outlet component 3, respectively. Each outlet channel 18 is equipped with a solenoid valve assembly 31 to control the on / off state of the channel. The solenoid valve assembly is electrically connected to the control module via wires. The control module sends commands to adjust the opening and closing actions of the solenoid valve, thereby switching the water flow path. In the event of a power outage, the solenoid valve cannot operate, and a mechanical switch 25 controls the on / off state of the outlet channel. The solenoid valve and the mechanical switch together form the solenoid valve assembly, which is similar to existing technology and will not be described in detail here. In addition, a temperature regulating valve assembly 19 is installed above the water tank 1. Its outlet end is connected to the inlet end of the water inlet channel 17 to regulate the temperature of the water entering the water tank 1. The two inlet ends of the temperature regulating valve assembly are connected to the cold water pipe and the hot water pipe, respectively. A temperature sensor 20 is installed in the water inlet channel 17 to detect the fluid temperature and transmit the detection result to the control module for processing. Preferably, when the water flows through the flow meter 34 and the temperature flow meter 20 in sequence, the flow meter wakes up the display panel and detects the water temperature through the temperature sensor. The display panel screen displays the water temperature. If the flow meter has no signal, the display screen is off and does not display anything.

[0033] The control panel 6 is located on one side of the water tank 1 and includes an interconnected control module and switches. The switches have multiple independent contact areas 33, allowing independent control of the operation of the first water outlet, the second water outlet, the ultrasonic transducer, and the drive unit. The electrical connections between the control module, switches, and each component are the same as in existing systems and will not be described in detail again. The control module is electrically connected to the electromagnetic control component 4, the ultrasonic transducer 5, and the drive unit 10 in the drainage component 7 via wires, receiving commands from the switches and executing corresponding control operations. The switches control the water outlet status of the first water outlet 2 and the second water outlet 3, as well as the cleaning operation of the ultrasonic transducer 5, through the control module. The control panel 6 also features a display panel 21, electrically connected to the control module, for real-time display of the fluid temperature information in the inlet channel 17. The display panel 21 allows users to intuitively understand the current water temperature and adjust accordingly. The ultrasonic driver can also control the cleaning time by controlling the relay's engagement time, which is also displayed on the display panel, primarily showing the countdown to ultrasonic cleaning.

[0034] The ultrasonic transducer 5 is installed inside the water tank 1 for cleaning items within it. The ultrasonic transducer 5 can be placed in the water tank or washing basin 24 and can be moved within the tank. This design not only saves space and facilitates storage but also effectively reduces water consumption during cleaning. The choice between using a washing basin or water tank depends on the amount of items being cleaned. The ultrasonic drive box 16 and drainage control box 13 are integrated and located under the countertop. They contain a driver (not shown in the figure) compatible with the ultrasonic transducer 5. The driver is electrically connected to the control module, which sends signals to control the operating state of the ultrasonic transducer 5. The ultrasonic transducer 5 supports multiple cleaning modes, including a fruit and vegetable mode, a seafood mode, and a custom mode. Users can select different modes according to their actual needs to achieve the best cleaning effect.

[0035] A drainage assembly 7 is located below the water tank 1 and is used to control the drainage and water storage operations within the water tank 1. The drainage assembly 7 includes a lower water body 8 and a guide rod 9. The guide rod 9 is located inside the lower water body 8 and can move up and down relative to it. When the guide rod 9 moves down, it seals against the lower water body 8, blocking the drain outlet; when the guide rod 9 moves up, it opens the drain outlet to allow drainage. The drainage assembly 7 also includes a drive component 10, which can be a motor, used to control the up and down movement of the guide rod 9. The motor 10 is electrically connected to the control module and is started by a switch. A rocker arm 11 is installed inside the lower water body 8. The middle part of the rocker arm 11 is rotatably connected to the lower water body 8, one end abuts against the lower part of the guide rod 9, and the other end is connected to the drive component 10 via a pull rope 12. The pull rope 12 controls one end of the rocker arm 11 to tilt upwards, lifting the guide rod 9 to open the drain outlet, with the lower end of the guide rod abutting against one end of the rocker arm. In the event of a power outage, the guide rod can be manually operated to perform drainage and water storage operations in the water tank 1.

[0036] The drainage control box 13 enables the user to drain and store water in the electrically controlled water tank. It includes a motor 10 and limit switches 15. The motor 10 rotates and is connected to a rocker 11 via a pull rope 12, driving the rocker 11 to rotate periodically. The limit switches 15, in conjunction with the motor 10, control the reciprocating rotation range of the rocker 11, thereby ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the drainage operation. One end of the pull rope 12 is equipped with a ball head 14, and the drainage control box 13 contains a first connecting rod 26 capable of reciprocating linear motion. The ball head is embedded in a slot at one end of the first connecting rod. A synchronously rotating cam 28 is mounted on the output shaft of the motor 10. A pair of limit switches 15 are positioned along the rotation trajectory of the cam. When the cam rotation triggers the limit switches 15, the motor 10 stops rotating. The drainage control box 13 also includes a second connecting rod 27. One end of the second connecting rod is sleeved on the other end of the first connecting rod, and the other end of the second connecting rod is sleeved on the cam, thus achieving mechanical linkage. Referring to the attached diagram, the first connecting rod, the second connecting rod, and the cam can rotate relative to each other, allowing the motor to rotate only in one direction. The motor drives the cam to rotate, and the cam pushes the two connecting rods to move forward or backward synchronously. When the cam reaches its rotation position, the end furthest from the motor output shaft triggers a corresponding limit switch, stopping the motor. This allows the first connecting rod to reciprocate linearly, simultaneously switching between draining and storing water in the tank.

[0037] The sink 1 is equipped with a filter basket 22 for placing items to be washed. The ultrasonic transducer 5 can be placed inside the filter basket 22 for easy storage. The inner side wall of the sink 1 is provided with a stepped surface 23 for placing items such as the washing basin 24 and cutting board 32. The design of the stepped surface 23 allows the washing basin 24 and cutting board to be placed stably in the sink 1 and supports movement on it, which is convenient for different user operations. At the same time, it can reduce the items placed on the countertop and keep the overall countertop clean. The solenoid valve assembly has a switching mechanical switch 25. In the event of a power failure, the electronically controlled water output can be manually switched to mechanically controlled water output, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the equipment under special conditions.

[0038] The technical solution of this utility model is achieved through the following steps: S1, the user sends a command through the switch on the control panel 6, and the control module sends a signal to the electromagnetic control component 4 after receiving the command; S2, the electromagnetic control component 4 controls the water outlet status of the first water outlet 2 and the second water outlet 3 according to the signal; S3, the temperature regulating valve component 19 adjusts the water temperature flowing into the water tank 1, and the temperature sensor 20 detects the water temperature and feeds the data back to the control module; S4, the ultrasonic transducer 5 is activated under the command of the control module to clean the items in the water tank 1 from multiple directions; S5, the drainage component 7 completes the drainage or water storage operation under the command of the control module.

[0039] Furthermore, 1. When there is a power outage, the control module keeps the drive components in their initial state, i.e., the rocker is in the lowered state, and the drain rod can be manually moved up and down to open and close the drainage. 2. The structure of using a motor to rotate and extend / retract, and then using a rope to link the rocker's movement, is more optimized than the traditional gear and rack structure of extending / retracting the rope and linking to the sealing mechanism, and has advantages in both product stability and cost.

[0040] In practical applications, users can select the desired function via the switch on the control panel 6. For example, when cleaning fruits and vegetables, users can select the fruit and vegetable mode of the ultrasonic transducer 5 and activate the water supply function of the first water outlet 2 and the second water outlet 3 via the switch. The temperature control valve assembly 19 adjusts the water temperature according to the user's settings, and the temperature sensor 20 monitors the water temperature in real time and provides feedback to the user via the display panel 21. After the ultrasonic transducer 5 is activated, it efficiently cleans the fruits and vegetables placed in the sink or washing basin 24. After cleaning, users can activate the drainage assembly 7 via the switch on the control panel 6. The motor 10 drives the drain rod 9 to move upward, opening the drain outlet to discharge wastewater. In case of power failure, users can manually switch to mechanical valve core control via the mechanical switch 25 to ensure normal operation of the equipment.

[0041] Through the above technical solutions, this utility model achieves several technological innovations. The basin-within-a-basin design combined with ultrasonic cleaning significantly reduces water consumption during the cleaning process. The electronically controlled drainage component 7 allows users to complete drainage or water storage operations with a single button, improving ease of use. Independent control of the first and second water outlets 2 and 3, along with the mechanical knob temperature adjustment function, meets users' flexible adjustments for different cleaning needs. The integrated control panel 6 makes the operation of the entire sink 1 simpler and more efficient, optimizing the countertop layout. In summary, this utility model, by integrating multiple functional modules into the main body of the sink 1, solves the problems of single-function and complex operation in existing sinks, while also considering space utilization and user experience, possessing significant technical advantages and practical value.

[0042] The foregoing description illustrates and describes preferred embodiments of the present invention. As previously stated, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the forms disclosed herein and should not be construed as excluding other embodiments. It can be used in various other combinations, modifications, and environments, and can be altered within the scope of the inventive concept described herein through the foregoing teachings or related technical or knowledge. Any modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A sink, comprising a sink configured to be fixed to a countertop, characterized in that, Also includes: A control panel that can be mounted on the sink, the control panel being equipped with control modules and switches that are electrically connected to each other; A drainage assembly is provided, which can be configured below the water tank. The drainage assembly includes a lower water body and a drain rod. The drain rod is disposed in the lower water body and can move up and down relative to the lower water body. When the drain rod moves down, it can seal with the lower water body to block the drain outlet of the lower water body. The assembly also includes a drive component, which can control the up and down movement of the drain rod relative to the lower water body. The drive component can be electrically connected to a control module so that a switch can control the start of the drive component, thereby realizing the storage or drainage of water in the water tank.

2. A water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that, A rocker arm is installed in the lower body of the water body. The rocker arm is rotatably connected to the lower body in the middle. One end of the rocker arm abuts against the bottom of the drain rod, and the other end of the rocker arm is connected to a drive unit via a pull rope. The pull rope controls one end of the rocker arm to tilt relative to the lower body of the water body. The drive unit is a motor that can be started and stopped by a switch controller. When one end of the rocker arm tilts relative to the lower body of the water body, the rocker arm can lift the drain rod out of the drain outlet of the lower body of the water body, opening the drain outlet for drainage.

3. A water tank according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a drainage control box, which includes a box body and a motor installed inside the box body. The motor is connected to the rocker via a pull rope, and the rotation of the motor can drive the rocker to rotate in the drain body. The box body is also equipped with a limit switch, which is configured to cooperate with the motor to control the rocker to rotate periodically back and forth in the drain body.

4. A water tank according to claim 3, characterized in that, One end of the pull rope is equipped with a ball head, and the box is equipped with a first connecting rod capable of reciprocating linear motion. The ball head can be positioned in a slot at one end of the first connecting rod. A cam capable of synchronous rotation is sleeved on the output shaft of the motor. A pair of limit switches are configured on the rotation trajectory of the cam. When the cam rotates and triggers the limit switches, it can control the motor to stop rotating. The device also includes a second connecting rod, one end of which is sleeved on the other end of the first connecting rod, and the other end of the second connecting rod is sleeved on the cam.

5. A water tank according to claim 4, characterized in that, Also includes: The first water outlet and the second water outlet are disposed on the water tank and can discharge water into the water tank. The inlet ends of the two water outlets are equipped with electromagnetic control components, which are configured to control whether the first and second water outlets discharge water. An ultrasonic transducer is configured to clean items in a water tank, and the ultrasonic transducer is configured to move relative to the water tank so as to clean the water tank from multiple angles. The control module can be electrically connected to the electromagnetic control component and the ultrasonic transducer. The switch can control whether the first water outlet and the second water outlet outlet discharge water and whether the ultrasonic transducer performs cleaning work via the control module.

6. A water tank according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes an ultrasonic drive box that can be integrated with the drainage control box, wherein the ultrasonic drive box is equipped with a driver that can be adapted to the ultrasonic transducer and can be electrically connected to the control module.

7. A water tank according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The electromagnetic control component includes a water channel with an inlet channel and at least two outlet channels. The inlet channel has at least two outlets, which are configured to connect to the inlet end of the outlet channel. The outlet end of the outlet channel is connected to a first outlet component and a second outlet component. A solenoid valve assembly for controlling the on / off state of the outlet channel is also provided, which is configured to be electrically connected to the control module. A temperature regulating valve assembly is also provided above the water tank, and the outlet end of the temperature regulating valve assembly is connected to the inlet end of the inlet channel.

8. A water tank according to claim 7, characterized in that, The inlet channel is equipped with a temperature sensor for detecting the fluid temperature. This temperature sensor can be electrically connected to the control module. The control panel is also equipped with a display panel that can be electrically connected to the control module. This display panel can display the temperature of the fluid in the inlet channel.

9. A water tank according to any one of claims 1-6 and 8, characterized in that, The control panel is located on one side of the water tank, and a filter basket is also provided on one side of the water tank, where the ultrasonic transducer can be placed.

10. A water tank according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first water outlet is disposed on the upper surface of the water tank away from the side where the user stands, and the second water outlet is disposed on the side wall of the water tank away from the side where the user stands. The inner side wall of the water tank above and / or below the second water outlet is provided with a stepped surface, which is configured to be used to place a washing basin and a cutting board, which can be moved on the stepped surface. The ultrasonic transducer can be placed inside the washing basin.

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