Clean automatic faucet

Abstract

The application discloses a clean automatic water faucet, a water outlet head comprises a main body part and a hollow part arranged on the main body part, a flow channel is arranged in the main body part, at least one water outlet hole is arranged on the main body part and communicated with the flow channel, the flow channel is communicated with a supporting pipe, and the projection of the output end of the liquid outlet head on the vertical direction falls into the hollow part; the clean automatic water faucet is characterized in that the liquid outlet head is connected to the upper part of the height of the supporting pipe; the water outlet head is connected to the middle part of the height of the supporting pipe, and the water outlet head is provided with the hollow part; the first proximity sensor is arranged on the supporting pipe and corresponds to the lower part of the output end of the liquid outlet head; the second proximity sensor is arranged on the supporting pipe and corresponds to the lower part of the output end of the water outlet head; the projection of the output end of the liquid outlet head on the vertical direction falls into the hollow part, so that the hand washing liquid which is dripped from the liquid outlet head and is not caught can pass through the hollow part and drop into the water pool, and the hand washing liquid is prevented from dropping outside the water pool.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of faucet structure, and in particular to a cleaning-type automatic faucet. Background Technology

[0002] A faucet with integrated hand sanitizer dispenser is a device that combines the functions of a faucet and a hand sanitizer dispenser, typically installed on a sink in a kitchen or bathroom. This design integrates two functions into one unit, aiming to improve convenience and hygiene while reducing space usage.

[0003] Hand sanitizer is dispensed via a built-in dispenser while retaining the basic water supply function of a faucet. Users can easily obtain hand sanitizer while cleaning their hands with water, completing the handwashing process in one step. It is widely used in places requiring high hygiene standards, such as hospitals, schools, and restaurants. It promotes proper handwashing habits and helps reduce the spread of germs. Features include: space-saving design, eliminating the need for a separate hand sanitizer bottle, resulting in a neat and aesthetically pleasing appearance; hygienic design, reducing the need to touch external hand sanitizer bottles and lowering the risk of cross-contamination; and practicality, suitable for use in public places (such as shopping malls and airports) and homes.

[0004] However, adding a hand sanitizer dispenser to the faucet has a certain impact on the appearance. Uncollected hand sanitizer drips onto the sink, causing contamination, and the appearance is also reduced, especially in public places where it is used frequently. Utility Model Content

[0005] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a cleaning-type automatic faucet, which aims to solve the problems that adding a hand sanitizer dispenser to the faucet has a certain impact on the appearance, and that uncollected hand sanitizer drips onto the sink, causing dirt and reducing the aesthetic effect.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a cleaning-type automatic faucet, comprising:

[0007] Support tube;

[0008] A liquid outlet head is connected to the upper part of the support tube and extends away from the support tube in a plane, wherein a first proximity sensor is provided on the support tube below the output end of the liquid outlet head;

[0009] The end of the liquid guide tube is connected to the inner end of the liquid outlet head, while the starting end corresponds to the outer material tank.

[0010] A liquid delivery drive, configured to drive out hand sanitizer from the container, is provided in relation to the container.

[0011] A water outlet head is connected to the middle of the height of the support pipe. The water outlet head includes a main body and a hollow part disposed in the main body. A flow channel is disposed in the main body. At least one water outlet hole is disposed on the main body and leads to the flow channel. The flow channel leads to the support pipe. The vertical projection of the output end of the water outlet head falls into the hollow part. A second proximity sensor is disposed on the support pipe below the output end of the water outlet head.

[0012] A water inlet pipe is inserted from the bottom of the support pipe and leads to the flow channel. A first electrically controlled on / off switch is provided on the water inlet pipe.

[0013] The controller is electrically connected to the first proximity sensor, the second proximity sensor, the liquid delivery drive, and the first electrically controlled on / off switch. The controller receives signals sent by the first proximity sensor and the second proximity sensor, and controls the operation of the liquid delivery drive and the first electrically controlled on / off switch.

[0014] Furthermore, the liquid delivery drive is a motor-driven linear drive, which drives the material tank to squeeze out the hand sanitizer inside the material tank.

[0015] Furthermore, the liquid delivery drive is a micro water pump, and the liquid delivery drive is connected to the starting end of the liquid guide tube.

[0016] Furthermore, the main body is block-shaped, and the flow channel is located in the middle of the thickness direction of the main body.

[0017] Furthermore, the main body includes a tubular portion and an annular portion connected to each other, the middle part of the annular portion is the hollow portion, and the interior of the tubular portion and the annular portion is the flow channel.

[0018] Furthermore, the water outlet extends circumferentially along the annular portion to form an annular shape.

[0019] Furthermore, the liquid outlet is connected to the support tube, and the liquid guide tube passes through the lower end of the support tube and is connected to the liquid outlet.

[0020] Furthermore, both the first proximity sensor and the second proximity sensor are infrared sensors.

[0021] Furthermore, a second electrically controlled on / off switch is provided on the liquid guide tube.

[0022] Furthermore, the first electrically controlled on switch and the second electrically controlled on switch are solenoid valve type switches.

[0023] The cleaning-type automatic faucet provided by this utility model has a liquid outlet connected to the upper part of the support tube and a water outlet connected to the middle part of the support tube. The water outlet has a hollow part. A first proximity sensor and a second proximity sensor are provided on the support tube below the output end of the liquid outlet. The vertical projection of the output end of the liquid outlet falls into the hollow part, so the hand sanitizer that drips out of the liquid outlet and is not caught can pass through the hollow part and drip into the sink, thus avoiding the situation where the hand sanitizer drips outside the sink. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Fig. 1 This is a top view schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the cleaning-type automatic faucet of this utility model;

[0025] Fig. 2 This is a lower view schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the cleaning-type automatic faucet of this utility model;

[0026] Fig. 3 This is a top view schematic diagram of the second embodiment of the cleaning-type automatic faucet of this utility model;

[0027] Fig. 4 This is a lower view schematic diagram of the second embodiment of the cleaning-type automatic faucet of this utility model.

[0028] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0029] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0030] Those skilled in the art will understand that, unless specifically stated otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” “the,” “the,” “the,” and “the” used herein may also include the plural forms. It should be further understood that the term “comprising” as used in this specification means the presence of the stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, units, modules, and / or components, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, units, modules, components, and / or groups thereof. It should be understood that when we say an element is “connected” or “coupled” to another element, it can be directly connected or coupled to the other element, or there may be intermediate elements. Furthermore, “connected” or “coupled” as used herein can include wireless connection or wireless coupling. The term “and / or” as used herein includes all or any units and all combinations of one or more associated listed items.

[0031] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that, unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. It should also be understood that terms such as those defined in general dictionaries should be understood to have the same meaning as in the context of the prior art, and should not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless specifically defined as herein.

[0032] Reference Figs. 1 to 4 In one embodiment of this utility model, a cleaning-type automatic faucet includes:

[0033] Support tube 100;

[0034] A liquid outlet head 200 is connected to the upper part of the support tube 100 and extends away from the support tube 100 in a plane. A first proximity sensor 110 is provided on the support tube 100 below the output end of the liquid outlet head 200.

[0035] The end of the liquid guide tube 300 is connected to the inner end of the liquid outlet head 200, while the starting end corresponds to the outer material tank 010.

[0036] A liquid delivery drive is provided corresponding to the material tank 010 and is used to drive the hand sanitizer in the material tank 010 out.

[0037] A water outlet head 400 is connected to the middle of the height of the support pipe 100. The water outlet head 400 includes a main body 410 and a hollow part 420 disposed in the main body 410. A flow channel is disposed in the main body 410. At least one water outlet hole 411 is disposed on the main body 410 and leads to the flow channel. The flow channel leads to the support pipe 100. The vertical projection of the output end of the liquid outlet head 200 falls into the hollow part 420. A second proximity sensor 120 is disposed on the support pipe 100 below the output end of the water outlet head 400.

[0038] A water inlet pipe 500 passes through the bottom of the support pipe 100 and is connected to the flow channel. A first electrically controlled on / off switch 510 is provided on the water inlet pipe 500.

[0039] The controller is electrically connected to the first proximity sensor 110, the second proximity sensor 120, the liquid delivery drive, and the first electrically controlled on / off switch 510. The controller receives signals sent by the first proximity sensor 110 and the second proximity sensor 120, and controls the operation of the liquid delivery drive and the first electrically controlled on / off switch 510.

[0040] In existing technologies, adding a hand sanitizer dispenser to a faucet not only affects the appearance, but also causes uncollected hand sanitizer to drip onto the sink, resulting in contamination and reducing the aesthetic appeal, especially in public places where it is frequently used.

[0041] The cleaning-type automatic faucet provided by this utility model includes:

[0042] The support pipe 100 serves as the main structure. The support pipe 100 is the entry point for the water inlet pipe 500 or the liquid guide pipe 300.

[0043] The liquid outlet 200 is connected to the upper part of the support tube 100 and extends away from the support tube 100 in a plane. The liquid outlet 200 is not limited to being connected into the support tube 100, but can also be fixed by the support tube 100, thereby facilitating the subsequent installation of the liquid guide tube 300 and the material tank 010. A first proximity sensor 110 is provided on the support tube 100 below the output end of the liquid outlet 200, and the operation of the first proximity sensor 110 generates a working signal.

[0044] The end of the liquid guide tube 300 connects to the inner end of the liquid outlet 200. The starting end of the liquid guide tube 300 corresponds to the external container 010. The container 010 is the storage location for the hand sanitizer. The liquid guide tube 300 is the channel for the hand sanitizer to pass through.

[0045] The liquid delivery drive is configured to drive the hand sanitizer in the container 010. The type of liquid delivery drive can be varied, such as drawing hand sanitizer from the container 010, or having a piston-type structure for the container 010 to squeeze out the hand sanitizer from the container 010.

[0046] A water outlet 400 is connected to the middle of the height of the support pipe 100. The water outlet 400 includes a hollow portion 410. The water outlet 400 includes a main body 410 and a hollow portion 420 disposed within the main body 410. A flow channel is provided within the main body 410, and at least one water outlet hole 411 is provided on the main body 410, leading to the flow channel. Water is dispensed through the water outlet hole 411. The vertical projection of the output end of the liquid outlet 200 falls into the hollow portion 410, allowing any uncollected hand sanitizer to drip through the hollow portion 410 and fall into the sink, preventing hand sanitizer from dripping outside the sink. A second proximity sensor 120 is disposed on the support pipe 100 below the output end of the water outlet 400, generating a working signal upon operation. The first proximity sensor 110 and the second proximity sensor 120 can be infrared or ultrasonic, and there is no specific limitation, as long as they can detect the approach action.

[0047] The water inlet pipe 500 passes through the bottom of the support pipe 100 and leads to the hollow part 410. A first electrically controlled on / off switch 510 is provided on the water inlet pipe 500.

[0048] The controller is electrically connected to the first proximity sensor 110, the second proximity sensor 120, the liquid delivery drive, and the first electrically controlled on / off switch 510. The controller receives signals from the first proximity sensor 110 and the second proximity sensor 120, and controls the operation of the liquid delivery drive and the first electrically controlled on / off switch 510. The controller, the first proximity sensor 110, the second proximity sensor 120, the liquid delivery drive, and the first electrically controlled on / off switch 510 can be powered by an external AC power source or have a built-in power bank.

[0049] During the work process:

[0050] When a hand is placed at the position of the first proximity sensor 110, the controller receives the activation signal from the first proximity sensor 110 and activates the liquid dispensing drive, dispensing hand sanitizer. When the first proximity sensor 110 is no longer activated, the controller stops the liquid dispensing drive, and the hand sanitizer dispensing stops.

[0051] When a hand is placed at the location of the second proximity sensor 120, the controller receives the signal indicating that the second proximity sensor 120 is activated. The controller then controls the first electrically controlled on / off switch 510 to be on, allowing water to flow out from the water outlet 400. When the second proximity sensor 120 is no longer activated, the controller controls the first electrically controlled on / off switch 510 to be off, and water no longer flows out from the water outlet 400.

[0052] In summary, the liquid outlet 200 is connected to the upper part of the support tube 100; the water outlet 400 is connected to the middle part of the support tube 100, and the water outlet 400 is provided with a hollow part 410; a first proximity sensor 110 is provided on the support tube 100 below the output end of the liquid outlet 200, and a second proximity sensor 120 is provided on the support tube 100 below the output end of the water outlet 400; the vertical projection of the output end of the liquid outlet 200 falls into the hollow part 410, so the hand sanitizer dripped from the liquid outlet 200 but not caught can pass through the hollow part 410 and drip into the sink, avoiding the situation where the hand sanitizer drips outside the sink.

[0053] In one embodiment, the liquid delivery drive is a motor-driven linear drive, the material tank 010 is a piston type, and the liquid delivery drive drives the material tank 010 to squeeze out the hand sanitizer inside the material tank 010.

[0054] In this embodiment, the feed container 010 has a syringe-like structure, allowing the hand sanitizer it contains to be extruded. The extrusion process is achieved via a motor-driven linear actuator, offering the advantage of stable output.

[0055] In one embodiment, the liquid delivery drive is a micro water pump, and the liquid delivery drive is connected to the starting end of the liquid guide tube 300.

[0056] In this embodiment, a liquid delivery drive (submersible pump) draws hand sanitizer from the tank 010 and pumps it into the liquid delivery pipe 300, thereby completing the delivery of the hand sanitizer. The above pumping process has the advantages of simple structure and easy maintenance.

[0057] Reference Figs. 1 to 2 In one embodiment, the main body 410 is block-shaped, and the flow channel is disposed in the middle of the thickness direction of the main body 410.

[0058] In this embodiment, the block-shaped main body 410 is relatively simple to process and has high structural strength. The flow channel can be integrally formed or formed through post-processing. Water in the inlet pipe 500 enters the main body 410 through the flow channel.

[0059] Reference Figs. 3 to 4 In one embodiment, the main body 410 includes a tubular portion 412 and an annular portion 413 connected to each other, the middle part of the annular portion 413 is the hollow portion 420, and the interior of the tubular portion 412 and the annular portion 413 is the flow channel.

[0060] In this embodiment, the annular portion 413 is connected to the support tube 100 through the tubular portion 412, thereby reducing the size of the annular portion 413 to a certain extent, which facilitates use and reduces material consumption.

[0061] Reference Figs. 3 to 4 In one embodiment, the water outlet 411 extends circumferentially along the annular portion 413 and is annular in shape.

[0062] In this embodiment, the shape of the water outlet 411 is restricted to an annular shape, thereby making the water outlet process smoother.

[0063] Reference Figs. 1 to 2 In one embodiment, the liquid outlet 200 is connected to the support tube 100, and the liquid guide tube 300 passes through the lower end of the support tube 100 and is connected to the liquid outlet 200.

[0064] In this embodiment, the extension of the liquid guide tube 300 is located inside the support tube 100, and the material bucket 010 can be located below the water tank. This results in a simple overall shape, and the structure at the support tube 100 location is also simpler and easier to maintain.

[0065] In one embodiment, the first proximity sensor 110 and the second proximity sensor 120 are infrared sensors.

[0066] In this embodiment, the first proximity sensor 110 and the second proximity sensor 120 are limited to infrared sensors, which has the advantages of maturity and reliability. Taking the first proximity sensor 110 as an example, it includes an infrared emitter (such as an IRLED) and a receiver (such as a TSOP1738). When a hand approaches, the reflected infrared light is captured by the receiver, triggering the control circuit. The receiver outputs a low-level signal (when reflected light is detected), which generates a drive command through a microcontroller (such as an Arduino) or a timer circuit.

[0067] In one embodiment, a second electrically controlled on / off switch is provided on the liquid guide tube 300.

[0068] In this embodiment, a second electrically controlled on / off switch is added, thus providing a basis for accurate delivery of hand sanitizer. During operation, not only is the output of hand sanitizer paused by stopping the liquid delivery drive, but the second electrically controlled on / off switch also shuts off the operation of the liquid delivery tube 300, thereby preventing hand sanitizer leakage.

[0069] In one embodiment, the first electrically controlled on switch 510 and the second electrically controlled on switch are solenoid valve type switches.

[0070] In this embodiment, both the first and second electrically controlled on / off switches are limited to solenoid valve type switches, which have the advantages of simple structure and stable performance. A solenoid valve uses the magnetic field generated by an electromagnetic coil to drive the valve core to move, thereby realizing the on / off or flow direction switching of fluid. It typically consists of two parts: an electromagnetic coil, responsible for generating electromagnetic force; and a valve body, including components such as the valve core and valve seat, used to control the fluid passage. When the electromagnetic coil is energized, the coil generates a magnetic field that attracts the valve core to move, thereby opening or closing the valve. When the electromagnetic coil is de-energized, a spring or other reset device pushes the valve core back to its original position, restoring the default state.

[0071] In summary, the cleaning-type automatic faucet provided by this utility model has a liquid outlet 200 connected to the upper part of the support tube 100; a water outlet 400 connected to the middle part of the support tube 100, and a hollow part 410 provided on the water outlet 400; a first proximity sensor 110 and a second proximity sensor 120 are provided on the support tube 100 corresponding to the lower part of the output end of the liquid outlet 200; the vertical projection of the output end of the liquid outlet 200 falls into the hollow part 410, so the hand sanitizer dripping from the liquid outlet 200 that is not caught can pass through the hollow part 410 and drip into the sink, avoiding the situation where the hand sanitizer drips outside the sink.

[0072] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A cleaning-type automatic faucet, characterized in that, include: Support tube (100); A liquid outlet head (200) is connected to the upper part of the support tube (100) and extends away from the support tube (100) in a plane. A first proximity sensor (110) is provided on the support tube (100) below the output end of the liquid outlet head (200). The end of the liquid guide tube (300) is connected to the inner end of the liquid outlet head (200), while the starting end corresponds to the outer material tank (010). A liquid delivery drive is provided corresponding to the material tank (010) and is used to drive out the hand sanitizer in the material tank (010); A water outlet (400) is connected to the middle of the height of the support pipe (100). The water outlet (400) includes a main body (410) and a hollow part (420) disposed in the main body (410). A flow channel is disposed in the main body (410). At least one water outlet hole (411) is disposed on the main body (410) and leads to the flow channel. The flow channel leads to the support pipe (100). The vertical projection of the output end of the liquid outlet (200) falls into the hollow part (420). A second proximity sensor (120) is disposed on the support pipe (100) below the output end of the water outlet (400). A water inlet pipe (500) is inserted from the bottom of the support pipe (100) and leads to the flow channel. A first electrically controlled on / off switch (510) is provided on the water inlet pipe (500). The controller is electrically connected to the first proximity sensor (110), the second proximity sensor (120), the liquid delivery drive, and the first electrically controlled on / off switch (510). The controller receives signals sent by the first proximity sensor (110) and the second proximity sensor (120) and controls the operation of the liquid delivery drive and the first electrically controlled on / off switch (510).

2. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid delivery drive is a motor-driven linear drive, which drives the material tank (010) to squeeze out the hand sanitizer inside the material tank (010).

3. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid delivery drive is a micro water pump, which is connected to the starting end of the liquid delivery pipe (300).

4. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The main body (410) is block-shaped, and the flow channel is located in the middle of the thickness direction of the main body (410).

5. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The main body (410) includes a tubular part (412) and an annular part (413) connected to each other. The middle part of the annular part (413) is the hollow part (420), and the interior of the tubular part (412) and the annular part (413) is the flow channel.

6. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water outlet (411) extends circumferentially along the annular portion (413) and is in an annular shape.

7. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The liquid outlet (200) is connected to the support tube (100), and the liquid guide tube (300) is inserted from the lower end of the support tube (100) and connected to the liquid outlet (200).

8. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The first proximity sensor (110) and the second proximity sensor (120) are infrared sensors.

9. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, A second electrically controlled on / off switch is provided on the liquid guide tube (300).

10. The cleaning-type automatic faucet according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first electrically controlled on switch (510) and the second electrically controlled on switch are solenoid valve type switches.

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