A pull-out type consumable box and a solid-liquid separation device

Abstract

This application belongs to the technical field of sanitary piping devices, specifically relating to a pull-out consumable box and a solid-liquid separation device. This application features a protruding enclosure wall between the inlet and outlet, with the consumable tray slidably embedded within this enclosure wall. The protruding design of the enclosure wall not only provides ample installation space for the consumable tray to hold more functional active substances and avoids obstructing the waste flow path, but also ensures smooth waste discharge from the inlet to the outlet via clearance channels, effectively solving the blockage problem that may result from adding functional components. Simultaneously, the consumable tray is concealed within the enclosure wall, and the adsorbents, bactericides, and other active substances it carries can adsorb and sterilize the inside of the consumable box and connected equipment, significantly improving overall hygiene. Furthermore, by adjusting the adjustable wall of the consumable tray, the active substances can be easily replaced, thereby comprehensively improving the hygiene level of the sink.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the technical field of sanitary pipe devices for sinks, specifically relating to a pull-out consumable box that connects to the drain and can hold functional ingredients such as adsorbents and bactericides to treat odors and bacteria caused by solid residues. Background Technology

[0002] The disposal of solid waste in kitchen sinks has always been a major challenge in improving kitchen hygiene and user experience. Solid waste such as vegetable scraps, fruit peels, and food residue generated during daily cooking, if left in the sink and connected pipes for extended periods, can easily decompose due to microorganisms, emitting unpleasant odors and severely impacting kitchen air quality and daily comfort. More importantly, the damp, organic environment easily becomes a breeding ground for bacteria, and prolonged exposure may increase the risk of illness and cause gastrointestinal discomfort and other health problems.

[0003] Currently, common solutions include installing a funnel-type filter at the sink opening to initially separate solid waste by intercepting it, with users manually cleaning the residue from the funnel periodically; and installing a food waste grinder to grind larger solid waste into smaller pieces, which are then flushed down the drain with the water. However, funnel-type filters rely on regular manual cleaning, and if not cleaned promptly, the accumulated residue will still produce odors. While grinders can break down solid waste, the ground fragments may still adhere to the inner walls of the pipes. Over time, this accumulation can narrow the pipe diameter, increase the risk of blockages, and the residual organic matter can continue to ferment, emitting odors from inside the pipes. These solutions fail to fundamentally solve the sink usage problems caused by solid waste.

[0004] Patent application number 202011177217.1 proposes a novel waste treatment device integrating the aforementioned filtration and crushing functions. This device separates solid waste from wastewater by setting a diversion structure at the water tank opening, connected to a solid waste storage device and water pipes, and using an adjusting rod to control the flow direction. This guides the solid waste to the solid waste storage device, reducing the solid load entering the sewer pipes and effectively lowering the risk of blockage. Furthermore, the solid waste storage device includes a stirring tank and a collection device. The stirring tank performs preliminary crushing of the waste to reduce its volume, while the collection device centrally stores the processed residue for easy and unified cleaning. The device is also equipped with an openable and closable cover that closes after the waste is stored, which can suppress odor leakage to some extent and improve the kitchen environment. However, the inside of the collection hood is the final storage area for solid waste. Although the cover reduces odor leakage, a large amount of solid residue remaining in the collection hood for a long time will still continuously produce a putrid odor due to microbial decomposition. Meanwhile, the humid environment inside the collection hood provides conditions for bacterial growth, and even with regular cleaning, the problem of odor emission and bacterial reproduction during the cleaning interval cannot be completely avoided. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide a pull-out consumable box that can improve the hygiene level inside the solids collection device in the water tank, which is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] A pull-out consumable box includes a waste inlet at the upper end of the box, a waste outlet at the lower end of the box, and an enclosure wall connecting the waste inlet and the waste outlet. The enclosure wall protrudes outward from the waste inlet along the longitudinal direction, and a consumable tray is slidably embedded in the enclosure wall. The consumable tray includes an adjusting wall at least partially connected to the enclosure wall for adjusting the ratio of the consumable tray inside and outside the pull-out consumable box, and a platform extending inward along the adjusting wall for carrying functional active substances. A clearance channel is formed on the platform to allow waste to enter the waste outlet from the waste inlet, and a disinfection area communicating with the waste inlet and the waste outlet is formed between the upper surface of the platform and the enclosure wall. In this technical solution, "corresponding" means that along the longitudinal direction, the waste inlet is located inside the waste outlet, or the two are directly opposite each other. Adjusting the ratio of consumable trays being built into and externally placed in the pull-out consumable box includes not only cases where some are built into and some are externally placed, but also cases where they are completely built into and completely externally placed.

[0007] Preferably, the enclosing wall includes a base plate for forming the sewage outlet, the upper surface of which is provided around the sewage outlet for mounting a waste collection device; the fixed port includes a positioning boss extending axially from the edge of the sewage outlet and a locking stop edge connected to the edge of the positioning boss.

[0008] Preferably, a baffle is formed on the side of the platform near the clearance channel to prevent functional active substances from falling into the drain outlet; the baffle is distributed between the inlet and the drain outlet in the longitudinal direction, and the platform abuts against the upper surface of the fixed port. In this technical solution, the baffle being distributed between the inlet and the drain outlet also includes the baffle being vertically aligned with either the inlet or the drain outlet.

[0009] Preferably, an expansion area for holding functional active substances is formed between the upper surface of the base plate and the lower surface of the platform, which is connected to the disinfection area.

[0010] Preferably, at least a portion of the outer side of the adjusting wall and the enclosing wall form a first channel for communicating between the expansion area and the disinfection area; and / or, the platform is provided with a second channel for communicating between the expansion area and the disinfection area; and / or, the positioning protrusion is provided with a third channel for communicating between the expansion area and the disinfection area. This technical solution includes at least one of the first channel, the second channel, and the third channel.

[0011] Preferably, the enclosing wall further includes a side plate connected to the base plate; the positioning boss, the base plate and the side plate enclose and form a receiving area for housing the consumable tray; along the moving direction of the consumable tray, one end of the adjusting wall protrudes downward and is provided with a compensation surface, and the enclosing wall is provided with a corresponding compensation notch, and when the consumable tray is completely housed in the pull-out consumable box, the compensation surface and the compensation notch are engaged.

[0012] Preferably, the inner wall of the enclosure is provided with a guide groove that slides in contact with the side wall of the consumable tray, the consumable tray is provided through one or both sides of the pull-out consumable box, and the consumable tray also has an operating part exposed outside the enclosure.

[0013] Preferably, the pull-out consumable box further includes a support and sealing assembly detachably connected to the lower part of the enclosure wall. The support and sealing assembly includes a receiving plate for receiving a falling waste collection device and a connecting plate for fixing the receiving plate to the enclosure wall.

[0014] Preferably, the support sealing assembly is further provided with a detection unit for detecting the weight of the waste collection device falling from the surface of the support plate.

[0015] A solid-liquid separation device includes a pull-out consumable box as described in any of the above claims; the drain outlet of the pull-out consumable box is connected to a waste collection device, and the inlet is connected to the opening of a drain trough; the opening is also connected to a drain pipe, and the solid-liquid separation device further includes an adjusting rod for allowing solid waste to fall into the inlet.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] This application incorporates a protruding enclosure wall between the inlet and outlet, with the consumable tray slidably embedded within it. The protruding design of the enclosure wall provides ample installation space for the tray, allowing for the placement of more functional active materials and preventing obstruction of the waste flow path. Furthermore, the clearance channels on the tray ensure smooth waste flow from the inlet to the outlet, effectively solving the blockage problem that might arise from adding functional components. Simultaneously, the consumable tray, concealed within the enclosure wall, allows the adsorbents, bactericides, and other active materials it carries to adsorb and sterilize the inside of the consumable box and connected equipment, significantly improving overall hygiene. Moreover, adjusting the adjustable wall of the consumable tray allows for convenient replacement of active materials, ensuring functional continuity and stability, thereby comprehensively enhancing the hygiene level of the sink.

[0018] This application constructs a basic path for waste flow by forming a sewage outlet on the bottom plate of the enclosing wall, and also sets a fixed port around the sewage outlet, including a positioning boss and a locking stop. The positioning boss and the waste collection device are precisely fitted to complete radial positioning, and the locking stop forms axial limitation. The two work together to ensure the accuracy and stability of the waste collection device installation, and also to ensure that the waste can smoothly enter the collection device through the sewage outlet, thereby improving the reliability and efficiency of the overall structure.

[0019] This application installs a baffle on the side of the platform near the clearance channel, with the baffles distributed longitudinally between the inlet and outlet. Simultaneously, the platform abuts against the upper surface of the fixed port. The baffle directly prevents functional active substances from falling into the outlet due to shaking or operational errors, thus avoiding loss of active substances. The abutment between the platform and the upper surface of the fixed port enhances the stability of the platform installation, reduces displacement or shaking during use, and further ensures the protective effect of the baffle. Therefore, while ensuring the continuous function of the functional active substances, the overall structural reliability of the device is improved.

[0020] This application creates an expansion zone between the upper surface of the base plate and the lower surface of the platform, which communicates with the disinfection zone. This expansion zone provides additional storage space for functional active substances, increasing the loading capacity and extending the replacement cycle. Furthermore, this application achieves a multi-path communication design between the expansion zone and the disinfection zone by forming a first channel between the outer side of the adjustment wall and the enclosure wall, and / or setting a second channel on the platform, and / or setting a third channel on the positioning protrusion. These channels ensure effective interaction and diffusion of functional active substances between the expansion zone and the disinfection zone, allowing the active substances to fully act on both areas through multiple paths, thereby improving the utilization rate of the active substances.

[0021] This application connects the side plates of the enclosing wall to the bottom plate, forming a housing area for the internal consumable tray with the positioning boss. This provides a stable installation space for the consumable tray while increasing the area of ​​the disinfection zone, resulting in better purification. Simultaneously, a downward-protruding compensation surface is provided at one end of the consumable tray adjustment wall, and a corresponding compensation notch is provided in the enclosing wall. When the consumable tray is fully installed, the fit between the compensation surface and the compensation notch fills the gap between the adjustment wall and the enclosing wall, reducing the possibility of leakage of functional active substances, odors, bacteria, etc. This ensures flexible removal and extension of the consumable tray while improving the overall sealing of the device.

[0022] This application provides a guide groove on the inner wall of the enclosure that slides into contact with the side wall of the consumable tray. The consumable tray is also installed through one or both sides of the pull-out consumable box, forming an exposed operating part on the enclosure. The guide groove provides precise guidance for the movement of the consumable tray, ensuring a smooth and stable pull-out process and avoiding jamming or deviation. The through-type design, combined with the exposed operating part, allows users to easily hold the operating part to complete the pull-out action of the consumable tray, facilitating the replacement of functional active substances and the cleaning and maintenance of the tray.

[0023] This application incorporates a detachable supporting and sealing assembly below the enclosing wall, enabling the receiving plate to promptly catch the fully loaded waste collection device after it automatically detaches from its fixed port. This effectively prevents waste from spilling into the environment and enhances overall sealing, preventing odor leakage. Users can easily remove the waste collection device and complete cleaning simply by disassembling the supporting and sealing assembly. Furthermore, this application includes a detection unit on the supporting and sealing assembly to detect the weight of the waste collection device falling onto the receiving plate surface. When the waste collection device is caught by the receiving plate after detachment, the detection unit senses its presence through weight changes and promptly issues a warning signal, reminding the user to dispose of the waste as soon as possible, significantly improving the device's intelligence and ease of use.

[0024] The solid-liquid separation device of this application integrates a water tank, a waste collection device, a drain pipe, and a pull-out consumable box. It adopts a structural design that connects the drain pipe and the waste inlet of the pull-out consumable box to the opening of the water tank simultaneously, and is equipped with an adjustment rod assembly. This not only enables efficient solid-liquid separation, but also effectively avoids the blockage of the drain pipe caused by waste accumulation. At the same time, it can deeply purify the hygiene of the waste collection device, comprehensively improving the practicality and cleanliness of the device.

[0025] The pull-out consumable box and solid-liquid separation device of this application can be used in sinks. The inlet of the pull-out consumable box connects to the sink drain opening, and the outlet connects to a waste collection device. The sink drain opening is also connected to the drain pipe. An adjusting rod guides solid waste into the inlet, efficiently achieving solid-liquid separation and reducing the risk of drain pipe blockage. The active material carried by the consumable tray deodorizes and sterilizes, while the supporting sealing component prevents waste from scattering. Overall, it is well-suited to the daily use needs of sinks and can effectively improve the kitchen hygiene environment when used in kitchen sink settings. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The attached diagram will be briefly described below:

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a solid-liquid separation device;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the pull-out consumable box in Example 1;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a partial structural cross-sectional view of the pull-out consumable box in Example 1;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a partial structural side view of the consumable carrier disk in Example 2;

[0031] Reference numerals: 100, sewage inlet; 200, sewage outlet; 300, enclosing wall; 310, base plate; 311, positioning boss; 312, locking side; 320, side plate; 400, consumable tray; 410, adjusting wall; 420, platform; 430, clearance passage; 440, baffle; 450, compensation surface; 460, operating part; 500, supporting sealing assembly; 510, receiving plate; 520, connecting plate; 600, drain trough; 700, drain pipe; 800, adjusting rod. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Those skilled in the art will be able to implement the present invention based on these descriptions. Furthermore, the embodiments of the present invention described below are generally only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Therefore, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0033] Example 1

[0034] A pull-out consumable box includes a waste inlet 100 at the upper end of the box, a waste outlet 200 at the lower end of the box, and an enclosing wall 300 connecting the waste inlet 100 and the waste outlet 200. To ensure that waste falling into the waste inlet 100 completely enters the waste outlet 200, in this embodiment, the waste inlet 100 is internally located within the waste outlet 200 along the longitudinal direction; that is, the waste inlet 100 and the waste outlet 200 have the same axis, and the diameter of the waste inlet 100 is smaller than the diameter of the waste outlet 200.

[0035] Based on the aforementioned distribution relationship between the sewage inlet 100 and the sewage outlet 200, the enclosing wall 300 protrudes outward from the sewage inlet. For details, please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 2 In this embodiment, the enclosing wall 300 includes a base plate 310 for forming the sewage outlet 200 and a top plate for forming the sewage inlet 100, with a side plate 320 connecting the base plate 310 and the top plate. The upper surface of the base plate 310 is provided with a fixing port for installing a waste collection device around the sewage outlet 200; the fixing port includes a positioning boss 311 extending axially from the edge of the sewage outlet 200 and a locking stop 312 connected to the edge of the positioning boss 311.

[0036] In this embodiment, a consumable carrier tray 400 is slidably embedded in the enclosing wall 300; the consumable carrier tray 400 includes an adjusting wall 410 connected to the enclosing wall 300 and used to adjust the ratio of the consumable carrier tray 400 inside and outside the pull-out consumable box, and a platform 420 extending inward along the adjusting wall 410 to carry functional active substances; the platform 420 forms a clearance channel 430 for allowing waste to enter the discharge port 200 from the inlet 100, and a baffle 440 is formed on the side of the platform 420 near the clearance channel 430 to prevent functional active substances from falling into the discharge port 200; in the longitudinal direction, the baffle 440 is distributed between the inlet 100 and the discharge port 200, and the platform 420 abuts against the upper surface of the fixed port.

[0037] To ensure that the functional active substances distributed on the platform 420 can effectively adsorb odors or kill microorganisms, in this embodiment, a disinfection zone is formed between the upper surface of the platform 420 and the enclosing wall 300, communicating with the inlet 100 and the outlet 200. Furthermore, an expansion zone for holding the functional active substances is formed between the upper surface of the base plate 310 and the lower surface of the platform 420, communicating with the disinfection zone. To ensure that the active substances in the expansion zone function effectively, in this embodiment, at least a portion of the outer side of the adjusting wall 410 and the enclosing wall 300 form a first channel for communicating between the expansion zone and the disinfection zone; a second channel for communicating between the expansion zone and the disinfection zone is provided on the platform; and a third channel for communicating between the expansion zone and the disinfection zone is provided on the positioning protrusion. The second and third channels are through holes.

[0038] In this embodiment, to ensure the stable filling and replacement of the consumable tray 400, the inner wall of the enclosing wall 300 is provided with a guide groove that slides in contact with the side wall of the consumable tray 400. The consumable tray 400 is provided through both sides of the pull-out consumable box, and an operating part 460 exposed outside the enclosing wall 300 is also formed on the consumable tray 400.

[0039] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the pull-out consumable box also includes a support and sealing assembly 500 detachably connected to the lower part of the enclosure wall. The support and sealing assembly 500 includes a receiving plate 510 for receiving a fallen waste collection device, and a connecting plate 520 for fixing the receiving plate 510 to the enclosure wall 300. The support and sealing assembly 500 is also provided with a detection unit for detecting the weight of the waste collection device falling onto the surface of the receiving plate 510.

[0040] In actual operation, the process begins directly below the drain outlet 200. The semi-sealed garbage bag or other waste collection device is securely placed on the fixed port, ensuring a tight seal between the bag opening and the port to prevent leakage. An appropriate amount of functional active substance (such as a special reagent or tablet with bactericidal and deodorizing effects) is injected into the expansion area of ​​the device. Then, the consumable carrier 400, carrying the functional active substance, is smoothly embedded into the consumable box along the enclosing wall 300. Finally, the supporting sealing component 500 is aligned and fixed to the enclosing wall 300 at the installation position, creating a sealed working space for the entire device. This completes the entire installation process.

[0041] When the device is in use, waste enters through the inlet 100 and passes through the internal clearance channel 430 and outlet 200 before finally falling into the garbage bag below. As waste accumulates, the weight of the garbage bag gradually increases. When the locking edge 312 reaches its load-bearing limit, the garbage bag will naturally fall onto the receiving plate 510. At this time, the detection unit will quickly sense the weight change of the receiving plate 510 and immediately trigger an alarm to promptly remind the user to dispose of the garbage.

[0042] Example 2

[0043] A solid-liquid separation device includes a pull-out consumable box; the drain outlet 200 of the pull-out consumable box is connected to a waste collection device, and the inlet 100 is connected to the opening of a drain trough 600; the opening is also connected to a drain pipe 700, and the solid-liquid separation device further includes an adjusting rod 800 for allowing solid waste to fall into the inlet 100. The difference between the pull-out consumable box and Embodiment 1 is that the positioning boss 311, the bottom plate 310, and the side plate 320 enclose a receiving area for housing the consumable tray 400; along the moving direction of the consumable tray 400, one end of the adjusting wall 410 protrudes downward and is provided with a compensation surface 450, and the enclosing wall 300 is correspondingly provided with a compensation notch. When the consumable tray 400 is completely housed in the pull-out consumable box, the compensation surface 450 and the compensation notch are engaged.

Claims

1. A pull-out consumable box, comprising a waste inlet (100) disposed at the upper end of the pull-out consumable box, a waste outlet (200) correspondingly disposed at the lower end of the pull-out consumable box, and an enclosing wall (300) connecting the waste inlet (100) and the waste outlet (200); characterized in that, Along the longitudinal direction, the enclosing wall (300) protrudes outward from the inlet, and a consumable carrier (400) is slidably embedded in the enclosing wall (300); the consumable carrier (400) includes an adjusting wall (410) that is at least partially connected to the enclosing wall (300) and used to adjust the ratio of the consumable carrier (400) inside and outside the pull-out consumable box, and a platform (420) that extends inward along the adjusting wall (410) to carry functional active substances; a clearance channel (430) is formed on the platform (420) to allow waste to enter the outlet (200) from the inlet (100), and a disinfection area communicating with the inlet (100) and the outlet (200) is formed between the upper surface of the platform (420) and the enclosing wall (300).

2. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The enclosing wall (300) includes a base plate (310) for forming the drain outlet (200), and the upper surface of the base plate (310) is provided with a fixed port for installing a waste collection device around the drain outlet (200); the fixed port includes a positioning boss (311) extending axially from the edge of the drain outlet (200) and a locking stop (312) connected to the edge of the positioning boss (311).

3. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The platform (420) has a baffle (440) on the side near the clearance channel (430) to prevent functional active substances from falling into the drain (200); the baffle (440) is distributed between the inlet (100) and the drain (200) in the longitudinal direction, and the platform (420) abuts against the upper surface of the fixed port.

4. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 3, characterized in that, An expansion area for holding functional active substances is formed between the upper surface of the base plate (310) and the lower surface of the platform (420), which is connected to the disinfection area.

5. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 4, characterized in that, At least a portion of the outer side of the adjusting wall (410) and the enclosing wall (300) form a first channel for communicating between the expansion area and the disinfection area; and / or, the platform is provided with a second channel for communicating between the expansion area and the disinfection area; and / or, the positioning protrusion is provided with a third channel for communicating between the expansion area and the disinfection area.

6. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The enclosing wall (300) also includes a side plate (320) connected to the base plate (310); the positioning boss (311), the base plate (310) and the side plate (320) enclose to form a receiving area for housing the consumable tray (400); along the moving direction of the consumable tray (400), one end of the adjusting wall (410) is provided with a compensation surface (450) protruding downward, and the enclosing wall (300) is provided with a corresponding compensation notch. When the consumable tray (400) is completely housed in the pull-out consumable box, the compensation surface (450) and the compensation notch are engaged.

7. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The inner wall of the enclosure wall (300) is provided with a guide groove that slides in contact with the side wall of the consumable tray (400). The consumable tray (400) is provided through one or both sides of the pull-out consumable box, and an operating part (460) exposed to the enclosure wall (300) is also formed on the consumable tray (400).

8. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pull-out consumable box also includes a support sealing assembly (500) detachably connected to the lower part of the enclosure wall. The support sealing assembly (500) includes a receiving plate (510) for receiving a falling waste collection device and a connecting plate (520) for fixing the receiving plate (510) to the enclosure wall (300).

9. A pull-out consumable box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The support sealing assembly (500) is also provided with a detection unit for detecting the weight of the waste collection device that falls onto the surface of the support plate (510).

10. A solid-liquid separation device, characterized in that, The invention includes a pull-out consumable box as described in any one of claims 1 to 7; the drain outlet (200) of the pull-out consumable box is connected to a waste collection device, the inlet (100) is connected to the opening of a drain trough (600); the opening is also connected to a drain pipe (700), and the solid-liquid separation device further includes an adjusting rod (800) for allowing solid waste to fall into the inlet (100).

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