A simple automatic animal water stand, device, and system.

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the technical field of animal drinking equipment, specifically relating to a simple automatic animal drinking stand, device, and system. A simple automatic animal drinking stand includes a stand body adapted to the front dimensions of an animal feeding cage. The stand body is constructed using a grid-like water pipe system composed of interconnected horizontal and vertical water pipes. A water inlet is located at the top of the stand body for connecting to a water source. Multiple water outlets are provided on the stand body, each matching a feeding cage within the cage. Each outlet is connected to a water spout that provides drinking water to the animal. The spout extends into the feeding cage, and its height is adapted to the height of the animal's mouth inside the cage. This utility model allows for watering animals directly from the stand body, eliminating the need for manual water filling and saving time and effort.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of animal drinking equipment, specifically relating to a simple automatic animal drinking stand, device, and system. Background Technology

[0002] Currently in China, the main method of watering laboratory animals is artificial feeding. This involves manually filling water bottles and then placing the filled bottles into the animal cages. This method is primarily used for rats, mice, and rabbits.

[0003] This method of drinking water has the following main disadvantages: 1. Water needs to be filled manually, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive for the keepers.

[0004] 2. When raising a large number of animals, it is necessary to place a large number of water bottles and refill them regularly.

[0005] 3. Water bottle capacity: Generally, the water bottle capacity for mice is usually between 100-200 ml, while that for rats and rabbits is usually between 250-500 ml. Small water capacity requires frequent monitoring and replacement of the water level, making it impossible to guarantee the animals' real-time drinking needs.

[0006] 4. Because water bottles are easily contaminated by the environment, such as dust and feces, they need to be inspected and cleaned regularly to prevent water source contamination. Severely contaminated water bottles may even require sterilization in a high-temperature sterilizer or replacement in batches.

[0007] 5. When laboratory animals use spherical piston water bottles, they may need some time to adapt to licking the piston to obtain water, which may result in an intermittent water flow, causing water to drip onto their cages or the ground.

[0008] The current primitive method of feeding laboratory animals with water affects the quality of their drinking water. While there are highly automated professional watering systems available, they are expensive and require specific space, making them unsuitable for existing small-scale animal husbandry practices.

[0009] Prior art CN217117215U discloses a quantitative water feeding device, specifically including a water feeding device comprising a drinking trough, a base, a lower inductive switch, a slide rail, a fixing block, an upper inductive switch, a contact rod, a float rod, a fixed cylinder, a solenoid valve, a drain pipe, a stop block, and a cleaning device. The base is installed on the side of the drinking trough, and the lower inductive switch is installed at its top. The slide rail is installed at the top of the base, and the fixing block is installed inside it. The upper inductive switch is installed at the bottom of the fixing block. The fixed cylinder is installed inside the drinking trough, and the float rod is installed inside it. The contact rod is installed at the top of the float rod. The drain pipe is installed on the side of the drinking trough, and the solenoid valve is installed at its top. The stop block is installed at the top of the fixed cylinder. The cleaning device is installed inside the water trough. During feeding, when the yaks finish drinking the water in the trough, the float inside the fixed cylinder descends with the water level, and the tip of the contact rod at its top descends along the slide rail until it touches the lower induction switch at the top of the base. The lower induction switch transmits a signal to the solenoid valve, which controls the drain pipe to discharge drinking water into the water trough. When the water level rises, the contact rod rises, and its tip touches the upper induction switch at the bottom of the fixed block. The upper induction switch transmits a signal to the solenoid valve, which controls the drain pipe to close. This cycle repeats. This structure, through the cooperation of the contact rod, the upper induction switch, the lower induction switch, and the solenoid valve, enables the water feeding equipment to automatically replenish water, saving labor and time costs.

[0010] This invention improves upon existing animal watering equipment. Utility Model Content

[0011] The problem to be solved by this utility model is: to design a simple automatic animal water stand, device and system that can save time and effort.

[0012] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: Firstly, This utility model provides a simple automatic animal drinking water rack, including a water rack body adapted to the front size of an animal feeding cage for raising animals. The water rack body is made of a grid-like water pipe formed by interlacing and interconnecting horizontal and vertical water pipes. The top of the water rack has an inlet for connecting to a water source; The water rack has multiple water outlets, each of which matches a feeding cage in the animal feeding cage rack. Each water outlet is connected to a water nozzle that provides drinking water to the animal. The water nozzle can extend into the feeding cage, and the height of the water nozzle is adapted to the height of the animal's mouth inside the feeding cage.

[0013] Furthermore, the water tap is a ball bearing tap.

[0014] Furthermore, the top of the water rack body can also be provided with a water inlet for supplying water to other water rack bodies.

[0015] Furthermore, a drain outlet with a drain valve is also provided at the bottom of the water rack body.

[0016] Secondly, This utility model discloses a simple automatic animal drinking device, including a water inlet pipe connected to a water source and the aforementioned simple automatic animal drinking water rack. The water rack body is detachably installed on the front side of the animal feeding cage, and the water inlet pipe is connected to the water inlet of the water rack body.

[0017] Furthermore, multiple clamps are installed on the frame of the animal feeding cage to fix the water rack body, and the animal feeding cage and the water rack body are connected by the clamps.

[0018] Furthermore, the animal feeding cages are three-layered, with four feeding cages on each layer, and each animal feeding cage has 12 feeding cages. The water rack is composed of three horizontal water pipes that are interwoven with four vertical water pipes. Each vertical water pipe has three water outlets, and each water outlet is matched with one feeding cage, for a total of 12 water outlets.

[0019] Furthermore, the top of the water rack is equipped with an exhaust port with an exhaust valve; the water inlet pipe is equipped with a pressure reducing valve.

[0020] Thirdly, This utility model discloses a simple animal drinking system, including a multi-layer animal feeding cage for raising multiple animals, the aforementioned simple automatic animal drinking device, and the water outlet of the water inlet pipe is connected to the water inlet at the top of the water rack body via a flexible hose.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: This utility model allows for water supply through the water frame body and the water inlet, with each water outlet spout capable of feeding water to the animals in the corresponding animal feeding cages, eliminating the need for manual water filling and saving time and effort.

[0022] This invention can efficiently provide animals with real-time drinking water.

[0023] This invention requires fewer personnel and reduces the number of keepers. It only requires periodic observation of the water flow at the outlet to ensure that the water flow is normal.

[0024] This invention can achieve the same function as current professional automatic animal drinking devices, greatly saving equipment and labor costs.

[0025] The automatic animal drinking device of this invention is equipped with a pressure reducing valve and an air venting valve, which ensures sufficient water pressure and uniform water flow.

[0026] The water rack of this utility model adopts a detachable installation method, which facilitates replacement and maintenance by the breeder. This utility model's automatic animal drinking device is equipped with a drain outlet. The pressure reducing valve can be adjusted to the minimum and the air vent valve can be closed to increase the water pressure and flush the inside of the water pipes of the water frame body. The flushed wastewater is discharged directly through the drain outlet for use when cleaning the water pipes regularly. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water frame body of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water rack body of this utility model after it is installed on the animal feeding cage frame; Figure 3 This is a rear view of the water outlet and water nozzle of this utility model after assembly, with the rear view facing the animal; Figure 4 This is a right view of the water outlet and water nozzle of this utility model after assembly; Figure 5 This is a front view of the water inlet pipe and hose after assembly according to this utility model; Figure 6 This is a right view of the water inlet pipe and hose after assembly according to this utility model; Figure 7 For the present utility model Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing the installation relationship between the greywater valve and the air vent valve; Figure 8 This is a front view showing the installation relationship between the clamp component of this utility model and the animal feeding cage frame; Figure 9 This is a left view showing the installation relationship between the clamp component of this utility model and the animal feeding cage frame.

[0028] Figure label: 11 is the water frame body; 111 is the horizontal water pipe; 112 is the vertical water pipe; 12 is the water inlet; 121 is water valve one; 13 is the water outlet; 131 is water valve two; 14 is the water outlet; 141 is the water nozzle; 15 is the drain outlet; 151 is the drain valve; 16 is the vent outlet; 161 is the vent valve. 20 is the water inlet pipe; 21 is the pressure reducing valve; 30 is an animal feeding cage frame; 31 is a feeding cage box; 32 is a flexible hose; 33 is a clamp. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solution of this utility model will be clearly described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are not all embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0030] It should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "horizontal", "left", "right", "front", "back", "lateral", "longitudinal", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0031] Example 1 Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, this utility model provides a simple automatic animal drinking water stand, including a water stand body 11.

[0032] The dimensions of the water rack body 11 are designed to be adapted to the dimensions of the animal feeding cage 30.

[0033] The water frame body 11 uses a grid-like water pipe, which is composed of interlaced horizontal water pipes 111 and vertical water pipes 112. The connection between the horizontal water pipes 111 and the vertical water pipes 112 is achieved through a four-way, three-way, or two-way connector.

[0034] The water rack body 11 is provided with multiple water outlets 14, each of which is matched with a feeding cage 31 in the animal feeding cage rack 30.

[0035] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, each water outlet 14 is equipped with an animal-specific drinking water nozzle 141 facing the inside of the feeding cage 31.

[0036] The water spout 141 is positioned so that it can extend 5cm-10cm into the feeding cage 31, allowing the animal to reach it with its mouth and making it convenient for the animal to drink water.

[0037] Water spout 141 is a ball bearing spout. The switch of water spout 141 is normally in the closed state. When an animal touches water spout 141, the switch opens. The small animal only needs to apply a little force to the water spout with its mouth, whether it lifts or presses the water spout, to get water out.

[0038] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 7As shown, the top of the water frame body 11 is provided with a water inlet 12 and a water outlet 13 at both ends. A water valve 121 is provided on the water inlet 12, and a water valve 131 is provided on the water outlet 13. The water inlet 12 is used to connect to a water source; the water outlet 13 can be connected to the water inlet 12 of another water frame body 11 to connect the other water frame body 11 to a water source.

[0039] The top of the water frame body 11 is also equipped with an exhaust port 16 with an exhaust valve 161 to ensure uniform water flow in the water pipe.

[0040] The bottom of the water rack body 11 is also equipped with a drain outlet 15 with a drain valve 151 for draining water when cleaning the water pipes regularly.

[0041] Example 2 Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, this utility model provides a simple automatic animal drinking device, including a water inlet pipe 20 connected to a water source, and a simple automatic animal drinking water rack as described in Embodiment 1, which provides water to animals in the animal feeding cage 30. The water rack body 11 is detachably installed on the front side of the animal feeding cage 30.

[0042] The water inlet pipe 20 is connected to the water inlet 12 of the water frame body 11 via a flexible hose 32.

[0043] A pressure reducing valve 21 and a pressure gauge are installed on the water inlet pipe 20.

[0044] like Figure 2 and Figure 8 , Figure 9 As shown, multiple clamps 33 for fixing the water rack body 11 are installed on the frame of the animal feeding cage 30, and the animal feeding cage 30 and the water rack body 11 are connected by clamps 33.

[0045] The dimensions of the water rack body 11 are designed to be adapted to the dimensions of the animal feeding cage 30.

[0046] The following description uses a commonly used animal cage 30 as an example to illustrate the water rack body 11 of this utility model.

[0047] For animal husbandry, the animal housing rack 30 typically has 3 layers, with each layer containing a separate feeding cage 31, and 4 feeding cages 31 per layer. Therefore, each animal housing rack 30 contains 12 feeding cages 31.

[0048] The water rack body 11 is detachably mounted on the front side of the 3-layer animal feeding cage 30, and the size of the water rack body 11 is adapted to the main view size of the 3-layer animal feeding cage 30.

[0049] The water frame body 11 is composed of 3 horizontal water pipes 111 and 4 vertical water pipes 112 that are interconnected. The connection between the horizontal water pipes 111 and the vertical water pipes 112 is through a four-way, three-way or two-way connection.

[0050] According to the animal drinking water standard 14925-2023, the horizontal water pipe 111 and the vertical water pipe 112 are made of PVC material, with an outer diameter of 5 cm and an inner diameter of 3 cm.

[0051] At the connection points where the horizontal water pipe 111 and the vertical water pipe 112 connect to the four-way, three-way, or two-way fittings, hot-melt welding should be performed using glass glue made of anti-oxidation and moisture-resistant material. During welding, attention should be paid to sealing.

[0052] Each longitudinal water pipe 112 has three water outlets 14, and each water outlet 14 is matched with a feeding cage 31, for a total of 12 water outlets 14. The position of the water outlet 14 is higher than the bottom of the corresponding feeding cage 31, and is adapted to the position of the animal's mouth.

[0053] Each water outlet 14 is equipped with an animal-specific drinking water nozzle 141.

[0054] The water spout 141 is positioned so that it can extend 5cm-10cm into the feeding cage 31, allowing the animal to reach it with its mouth.

[0055] like Figure 2 and Figure 5 , Figure 6 As shown, a pressure reducing valve 21 and a pressure gauge are installed on the water inlet pipe 20. The two ends of the top horizontal water pipe 111 serve as the water inlet 12 and the water outlet 13, respectively. A water valve 121 is installed on the water inlet 12, and a water valve 131 is installed on the water outlet 13.

[0056] The top horizontal water pipe 111 has an inlet 12 that is connected to the water inlet pipe 20. The water outlet 13 can be connected to the inlet 12 of another water rack body 11 to provide water to the other water rack body 11.

[0057] The top of the longitudinal water pipe 112 closest to the water inlet pipe 20 is connected to an air vent 16, and an air vent valve 161 is installed on the air vent 16; the bottom of the longitudinal water pipe 112 closest to the water inlet pipe 20 is connected to a drain outlet 15, and a drain valve 151 is installed on the drain outlet 15 for draining water when cleaning the water pipe regularly.

[0058] Adjusting the pressure reducing valve 21 to its minimum and closing the vent valve 161 increases water pressure, allowing for flushing of the inside of the water frame body 11. The flushed wastewater is then discharged directly through the drain valve 151. The two-stage valves, pressure reducing valve 21 and vent valve 161, ensure sufficient water pressure while also guaranteeing the uniformity of water flow.

[0059] Example 3 like Figure 2 As shown, a simple animal drinking system includes a multi-layer animal feeding cage 30 for raising multiple animals, and a simple automatic animal drinking device as described in Embodiment 2 for providing water to the animals. The water rack body 11 is detachably installed on the front side of the animal feeding cage 30.

[0060] The outlet of the water inlet pipe 20 is connected to the water inlet 12 at the top of the water rack body 11 via a flexible hose 32, thereby connecting the water source to the water inlet pipe 20 and supplying water to the water rack body 11. The flexible hose 32 is used to ensure that the animal feeding cage 30 can be moved over a certain distance.

[0061] The water inlet 13 and water outlet 12 of the animal feeding cage 30 are connected by a flexible hose 32 with a length of 50 cm to facilitate some movement of the animal feeding cage 30.

[0062] The above technical features constitute the preferred embodiment of this utility model, which has strong adaptability and optimal implementation effect. Non-essential technical features can be added or removed according to actual needs to meet the needs of different situations.

[0063] Finally, it should be noted that the above content is only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Simple modifications or equivalent substitutions made by those skilled in the art to the technical solution of this utility model do not depart from the essence and scope of the technical solution of this utility model.

Claims

1. A simple automatic animal water drinking rack, characterized in that, Includes a water rack body adapted to the front dimensions of animal feeding cages used for raising animals, the water rack body being a grid-like water pipe system composed of intersecting and interconnected transverse and longitudinal water pipes; The top of the water rack has an inlet for connecting to a water source; The water rack has multiple water outlets, each of which matches a feeding cage in the animal feeding cage rack. Each water outlet is connected to a water nozzle that provides drinking water to the animal. The water nozzle can extend into the feeding cage, and the height of the water nozzle is adapted to the height of the animal's mouth inside the feeding cage.

2. The simple automatic animal drinking water rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water tap is a ball bearing tap.

3. The simple automatic animal drinking water feeder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the water rack can also be equipped with a water inlet for supplying water to other water racks.

4. The simple automatic animal drinking water rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the water rack is also equipped with a drain outlet with a drain valve.

5. A simple automatic water drinking device for animals, characterized by comprising: It includes a water inlet pipe connected to a water source and a simple automatic animal drinking water stand as described in claim 4. The water stand body is detachably installed on the front side of the animal feeding cage, and the water inlet pipe is connected to the water inlet of the water stand body.

6. The simple automatic water drinking device for animals according to claim 5, characterized in that, Multiple clamps are installed on the frame of the animal feeding cage to fix the water rack body, and the animal feeding cage and the water rack body are connected by the clamps.

7. The simple automatic water drinking device for animals according to claim 6, characterized in that, The animal housing cages are 3-layered, with 4 housing cages on each layer, and each animal housing cage has 12 housing cages. The water rack consists of 3 horizontal water pipes that are interwoven with 4 vertical water pipes. Each vertical water pipe has three water outlets, and each water outlet is matched with one housing cage, for a total of 12 water outlets.

8. The simple automatic water drinking device for animals according to claim 7, characterized in that, The top of the water rack is equipped with an air vent and an air release valve; the water inlet pipe is equipped with a pressure reducing valve.

9. A simple animal water system, characterized in that It includes a multi-layer animal feeding cage for raising multiple animals, and a simple automatic animal drinking device as described in claim 8, wherein the outlet of the water inlet pipe is connected to the water inlet at the top of the water rack body via a hose.

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