A water outlet hose storage device
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-14
AI Technical Summary
[0003]传统的出水软管收纳装置包括连接盘，中心处设有通孔，通孔内穿设固定有定接头，所述通孔一侧的外周套设固定有转筒，为管状结构，转筒的另一端头与转盘固定，所述转筒外表面贯穿设有软管，所述软管由转筒外进入转筒内部并与位于转筒内的定接头的一端连接，但在使用时会发现以下问题，水管在与定接头连接后，由于操作过程软管收纳装置的位置与水管来路位置的不确定性，常常在连接处造成水管的弯曲，有时过度弯曲，进而产生弯折，使软管容易在弯折出产生破口，影响水管的使用寿命，有时为避免软管出现弯折，需要对收纳器的位置进行调整，使其更加适应水龙头的位置，这样操作会降低工作效率
通过将软管插入到弯折部内，当水管在弯折部外围产生弯曲时，通过第一承接管和第二承接管上开设的第一凹槽和第二凹槽来扩大水管在弯曲处的自由度，通过可转动的第一承接管和第二承接管的弯曲配合，进一步扩大软管的弯曲程度，通过于第一承接管转动连接的连接管，来进一步增大水管弯曲的自由度，使该装置可以人工无须调整位置，而不会在弯折部对水管造成过度弯曲和应力的集中，从而延长软管的使用寿命，提高工作效率。
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of hose storage equipment technology, and in particular to a water outlet hose storage device. Background Technology
[0002] A water hose is a flexible pipe used to transport liquids. It is typically used to connect water sources to water-using equipment or for the distribution and transportation of liquids. It can withstand a certain pressure and can be bent and extended as needed. It is usually made of rubber, plastic, stainless steel or other composite materials. In daily life, hoses are often simply coiled and stacked for storage. When collecting and unwinding hoses, especially when they are long or stiff, more time and effort are required to organize them manually. Therefore, hose storage devices are often used to organize and store them to improve efficiency.
[0003] Traditional water hose retractors include a connecting disc with a central through-hole. A fixed connector is inserted and fixed within the through-hole. A rotating cylinder, a tubular structure, is fitted and fixed around one side of the through-hole. The other end of the rotating cylinder is fixed to the disc. A hose extends through the outer surface of the rotating cylinder, entering the cylinder and connecting to one end of the fixed connector located inside. However, the following problems arise during use: after the water hose is connected to the fixed connector, the position of the hose retractor and the water hose's origin are uncertain during operation, often causing the hose to bend at the connection point. Sometimes, excessive bending leads to kinks, making the hose prone to breakage at the bend, affecting the hose's lifespan. Sometimes, to avoid hose bending, the position of the retractor needs to be adjusted to better suit the faucet position, which reduces work efficiency.
[0004] Therefore, we provide a water outlet hose storage device to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a water outlet hose storage device that can prevent the water outlet hose from bending at the connection point with the storage device, extend the service life of the water outlet hose, and improve the working efficiency of the storage device.
[0006] The first aspect of this utility model relates to a water outlet hose storage device, including a storage machine body. The storage machine body includes two side plates arranged opposite to each other, a connecting rib for connecting the side plates, a cam disposed on one of the side plates away from the connecting rib, and a rotating bearing disposed on the outside of the cam. A guide section, located inside the storage unit body, is used to guide the flexible hose and prevent it from bending. The guide section includes a guide member, one end of which is connected to the side plate, and the other end of which is connected to a connecting rib of the storage unit body. The bending section is detachably installed on the side of the cam away from the side plate via a connecting pipe to prevent excessive bending of the hose connected to the storage unit body.
[0007] In some embodiments, the guide portion further includes a guide groove for accommodating a hose along the length of the guide member, and a strap for fixing the hose in the guide groove, the strap being disposed on both sides of the arc-shaped groove of the guide member.
[0008] In some embodiments, the bending portion further includes a first receiving tube rotatably sleeved on the outside of the connecting pipe and an inner bearing disposed between the connecting pipe and the first receiving tube. The inner bearing can reduce friction between the connecting pipe and the first receiving tube and improve the rotation effect.
[0009] In some embodiments, the bent portion further includes a bearing seat, a rotating block cooperating with the bearing seat, and a second receiving pipe connected to the first receiving pipe. The bearing seat is disposed at the end of the first receiving pipe away from the connecting pipe, and the first receiving pipe is rotatably connected to the rotating block through the bearing seat. The rotating block is disposed on the second receiving pipe.
[0010] In some embodiments, the bending portion further includes a first groove formed on the first receiving pipe and a second groove formed on the second receiving pipe, and both the first groove and the second groove are arc-shaped.
[0011] In some embodiments, the first receiving pipe, the second receiving pipe, the cam, and the connecting pipe are all hollow pipes, and their internal hollow spaces are all connected to the guide grooves of the guides.
[0012] In some embodiments, the first groove is disposed at the end of the first receiving pipe away from the connecting pipe, and the arc-shaped opening faces the opposite direction to the connecting pipe. Two sets of the second groove are provided, respectively disposed at both ends of the second receiving pipe.
[0013] In some embodiments, the center lines of the arc-shaped openings of the first groove and the second groove are both perpendicular to the axis of the bearing seat and the rotating block.
[0014] In some embodiments, the storage unit body further includes a tripod for supporting the storage unit body and a handle for rotating the side plate. The tripod is rotatably connected to the side plate via a rotating bearing. A handle is disposed on the side of the side plate away from the bend, near the tripod, and the handle is used to shake the side plate.
[0015] Based on the above technical solution, this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: By inserting the hose into the bend, when the water pipe bends around the bend, the first and second grooves on the first and second connectors increase the degree of freedom of the water pipe at the bend. The bending fit of the rotatable first and second connectors further increases the degree of bending of the hose. The connecting pipe rotatably connected to the first connector further increases the degree of freedom of the water pipe bending. This device allows for manual adjustment of the position without causing excessive bending and stress concentration on the water pipe at the bend, thereby extending the service life of the hose and improving work efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0016] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings: Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the appearance structure of this utility model from the left side view; Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the external structure of this utility model from the right side view; Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the cam and side plate of this utility model; Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the present invention, showing the cooperation between the guide part and the bending part. Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the cam and connecting tube of this utility model. Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the first and second supporting pipes of this utility model. Figure 7 is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the connection pipe and the first receiving pipe of this utility model in cooperation. The reference numerals in the figure are explained as follows: 10. Storage unit body; 11. Side panel; 12. Connecting rib; 13. Cam; 14. Rotary bearing; 15. Tripod; 16. Grip; 20. Guide section; 21. Guide component; 22. Guide groove; 23. Strap; 30. Bending section; 31. Connecting pipe; 32. First receiving pipe; 33. Inner bearing; 34. Shaft seat; 35. Rotating block; 36. Second receiving pipe; 37. First groove; 38. Second groove.
[0017] It should be understood that the dimensions of the various parts shown in the accompanying drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Furthermore, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar components. Detailed Implementation
[0018] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit this application or its application or use. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0019] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this application. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the accompanying drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.
[0020] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "over," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "above" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways, and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.
[0021] In the related technical field, the hose storage device includes a connecting plate with a through hole at the center. A fixed connector is inserted and fixed inside the through hole. A rotating cylinder with a tubular structure is fitted and fixed on the outer periphery of one side of the through hole. The other end of the rotating cylinder is fixed to the turntable. A hose is inserted through the outer surface of the rotating cylinder. The hose enters the interior of the rotating cylinder from the outside and connects to one end of the fixed connector located inside the rotating cylinder.
[0022] During the research process, the applicant discovered that the hose bends at the joint and the connection point where it enters the rotating drum. Excessive pulling and movement of the hose during operation can cause excessive bending at the connection point, leading to hose breakage, damage to the hose structure, and reduced service life. Furthermore, the process of storing and releasing the hose generates a certain torsional force on the part of the hose connected to the storage device, preventing the release of accumulated torsional force and causing damage to the hose. The applicant also found that some operators adjust the position of the storage device to further prevent excessive bending of the hose during use, but this increases the number of steps and reduces work efficiency.
[0023] Based on the above findings, this application proposes a water hose storage device. This hose storage device limits the degree of bending of the water hose through a bend, preventing excessive bending that could damage the hose structure and reduce its lifespan. The rotatable connecting pipe and first receiving pipe ensure that the portion of the hose extending beyond the bend will not rotate and continuously slap the ground due to the torque generated by bending during storage and release. Furthermore, since the bend and the main body of the storage device are rotatable, there is no need to adjust the position of the storage device during operation. The degree of bending of the hose at the connection point with the device can be adjusted through the multiple degrees of freedom of the first receiving pipe, second receiving pipe, and connecting pipe, preventing excessive bending, improving the hose's lifespan, and enhancing the efficiency of the storage device.
[0024] The following describes in detail some embodiments of the water outlet hose storage device of this application with reference to Figures 1 to 7. The water outlet hose storage device of some embodiments of this application includes a storage body 10. In some embodiments, the storage body 10 includes two side plates 11 disposed opposite to each other, a connecting rib 12 for connecting the side plates 11, a cam 13 disposed on one of the side plates 11 away from the connecting rib 12, and a rotating bearing 14 disposed on the outside of the cam 13. In some embodiments, the guide portion 20 is disposed inside the storage unit body 10 to guide the flexible tube and prevent it from bending. The guide portion 20 includes a guide member 21, one end of which is connected to the side plate 11 and the other end is connected to the connecting rib 12 of the storage unit body 10. In some embodiments, the bend 30 is detachably mounted on the side of the cam 13 away from the side plate 11 via the connecting tube 31 to prevent excessive bending of the hose connected to the storage unit body 10.
[0025] In this embodiment, by inserting the hose into the bend 30 and passing it through the cam 13, it extends into the guide groove 22 of the guide 20. The other end of the guide member 21 of the guide 20 is welded to the connecting rib 12. Thus, the hose can extend into the storage body 10 from the outside without bending, and then wrap around the connecting rib 12. Under the limitation of the first receiving pipe 32 and the second receiving pipe 36, the hose at the bend 30 will not bend at a large angle, thus preventing the hose structure from being damaged by bending, resulting in water leakage or even breakage. Furthermore, since the first receiving pipe 32 and the connecting pipe 31 can rotate in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the connecting pipe 31, when the hose bends and stress concentration occurs, some stress and torsional force can be released by the natural rotation of the first receiving pipe 32, avoiding damage to the hose.
[0026] In this embodiment, since the cam 13 is fixedly connected to the side plate 11, the cam is fixedly connected to the connecting pipe 31, while the connection between the connecting pipe 31 and the first receiving pipe 32 is rotatable. That is, when retracting or extending the hose, the handle 16 will drive the side plate 11 to rotate, which in turn drives 13 and the connecting pipe 31 to rotate synchronously. The first receiving pipe 32 can rotate asynchronously with the side plate 11. In other words, when the inserted hose is coiled for retraction or released for extension, the portion of the hose inserted into the bend 30 will continuously accumulate torsional force, causing the portion of the hose extending from the second receiving pipe 36 (hereinafter referred to as the hose extension) to rotate under the action of torsional force. If the connecting pipe 31 and the first receiving pipe 32 are fixedly connected and rotate synchronously, the hose extension will continuously accumulate torsional force, thereby damaging the hose structure. However, the asynchronous rotation of the connecting pipe 31 and the first receiving pipe 32 causes the first receiving pipe 32 to rotate asynchronously. It eliminates some of the torsional force during rotation and eliminates the effect of hose retraction on the hose extension.
[0027] Referring to Figures 4 and 5, in some embodiments, the guide portion 20 further includes a guide groove 22 for accommodating a hose provided along the length direction of the guide member 21, and a strap 23 for fixing the hose in the guide groove 22. The strap 23 is provided on both sides of the arc-shaped groove of the guide member 21. The strap 23 can be a nylon rope, a plastic rope, a cable tie, or other rope that can be used to fix the hose. In this embodiment, a nylon rope is preferred.
[0028] Referring to Figures 4 and 5, in some embodiments, the bending portion 30 further includes a first receiving tube 32 rotatably sleeved on the outside of the connecting tube 31 and an inner bearing 33 disposed between the connecting tube 31 and the first receiving tube 32. The inner bearing 33 can reduce the friction between the connecting tube 31 and the first receiving tube 32 and improve the rotation effect.
[0029] Referring to Figure 6, in some embodiments, the bending portion 30 further includes a bearing 34, a rotating block 35 cooperating with the bearing 34, and a second receiving pipe 36 connected to the first receiving pipe 32. The bearing 34 is disposed at the end of the first receiving pipe 32 away from the connecting pipe 31, and the first receiving pipe 32 is rotatably connected to the rotating block 35 via the bearing 34. The rotating block 35 is disposed on the second receiving pipe 36. The connection between the bearing 34 and the rotating block 35 allows bending at a certain angle. However, the bending angle is limited by the installation position on the first receiving pipe 32 and the second receiving pipe 36 (refer to Figure 6), restricting its rotation to a certain angle range. Consequently, the bending angle of the hose inserted inside the first receiving pipe 32 and the second receiving pipe 36 is also limited. In other words, the rotatable structure of the bearing 34 and the rotating block 35 allows the first receiving pipe 32 and the second receiving pipe 36 to be bent at a certain angle. The hose can only be bent within a certain range to avoid damage to the structure caused by bending of the hose at the connection.
[0030] Referring to Figures 6 and 7, in some embodiments, the bend 30 further includes a first groove 37 formed on the first receiving pipe 32 and a second groove 38 formed on the second receiving pipe 36, and both the first groove 37 and the second groove 38 are arc-shaped.
[0031] In some embodiments, the first groove 37 is disposed at the end of the first receiving pipe 32 away from the connecting pipe 31, and the arc-shaped opening faces the opposite direction to the connecting pipe 31. Two sets of second grooves 38 are provided, respectively disposed at both ends of the second receiving pipe 36.
[0032] In some embodiments, the center lines of the arc-shaped openings of the first groove 37 and the second groove 38 are both perpendicular to the axis of the bearing seat 34 and the rotating block 35.
[0033] In this embodiment, when the first receiving tube 32 and the second receiving tube 36 are rotated to different angles, the hose inserted therein will experience slight displacement at the junction of the first receiving tube 32 and the second receiving tube 36, as well as within the second receiving tube 36. If both the first receiving tube 32 and the second receiving tube 36 are set as standard cylindrical hollow tubes, it will hinder the displacement of the hose, preventing it from moving smoothly and causing scratches on the surface of the hose, thus damaging the hose structure. The arc-shaped first groove 37 and the second groove 38 are designed based on the above problems.
[0034] In some embodiments, the first receiving pipe 32, the second receiving pipe 36, the cam 13, and the connecting pipe 31 are all hollow pipes, and their internal hollow spaces are all connected to the guide groove 22 of the guide 21. The interconnection of the central control spaces within the above components provides a channel for accommodating the hose.
[0035] Referring to Figures 1 and 2, in some embodiments, the storage unit body 10 further includes a tripod 15 for supporting the storage unit body 10 and a handle 16 for rotating the side plate 11. The tripod 15 is rotatably connected to the side plate 11 via a rotating bearing 14. The handle 16 is disposed on the side of the side plate 11 away from the bend 30 and near the tripod 15. The handle 16 is used to shake the side plate 11. The handle 16 is connected to the side plate 11, and a bearing is provided between the side plate 11 and the tripod 15. By rotating the Z-shaped handle 16, the side plate 11 and the connecting rib 12 can be rotated. At this time, the hose is coiled and stored on the storage unit body 10.
[0036] In this embodiment, one end of the hose is inserted into the guide groove 22, allowing it to pass sequentially through the cam 13, the first receiving tube 32, and the second receiving tube 36 along the guide groove 22. The binding strap 23 is then tightened to secure the hose. By shaking the handle 16, the side plate 11 can be rotated to retract the hose. During this process, the curvature of the guide groove 22 prevents the connecting rib 12 from bending the hose during retraction. The bending portion 30 eliminates the impact of hose retraction on the hose extension. Meanwhile, the rotatable first receiving tube 32 and second receiving tube 36 prevent the continuous accumulation of torque on the hose extension from damaging the hose structure, extending the service life of the hose. It also eliminates the need to adjust the placement angle of the retractor body 10, improving work efficiency. Furthermore, the rotatable first receiving tube 32 and second receiving tube 36 of the bending portion 30 limit the bending angle of the hose extension, preventing excessive bending from damaging the hose structure.
[0037] The water hose storage device of this embodiment, through the rotational arrangement of the first and second receiving pipes, and in conjunction with the first and second grooves provided thereon, limits the bending angle of the hose extension while ensuring that the hose extension can smoothly make slight displacements within the first and second receiving pipes. This avoids excessive bending of the hose, which could damage the hose structure, and also prevents scratches on the hose surface. At the same time, the connecting pipe of the bent part and the first receiving pipe can rotate relative to each other, preventing the torsional force generated by the rotatable connecting pipe during hose storage and release. This avoids damage to the hose due to the accumulation of torque, effectively improving the service life of the hose and the working efficiency of the storage device.
[0038] Based on the above embodiments of this utility model, in the absence of explicit denial or conflict, the technical features of one embodiment can be advantageously combined with one or more other embodiments. Although this application has been described with reference to preferred embodiments, various modifications can be made thereto and components can be replaced with equivalents without departing from the scope of this application. In particular, the technical features mentioned in the various embodiments can be combined in any manner, provided there is no structural conflict. This application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A water outlet hose storage device characterized by comprising: include: The storage body (10) includes two side plates (11) arranged opposite to each other, a connecting rib (12) for connecting the side plates (11), a cam (13) disposed on one of the side plates (11) away from the connecting rib (12), and a rotating bearing (14) disposed on the outside of the cam (13). A guide section (20), disposed inside the main body (10) of the storage unit, is used to guide the flexible hose to prevent it from bending. The guide section (20) includes a guide member (21), one end of which is connected to the side plate (11), and the other end is connected to the connecting rib (12) of the main body (10) of the storage unit; and A bend (30) is detachably mounted on the side of the cam (13) away from the side plate (11) via a connecting pipe (31) to prevent excessive bending of the hose connected to the storage unit body (10).
2. The water outlet hose storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide part (20) also includes a guide groove (22) for accommodating a hose that is opened along the length direction of the guide member (21), and a strap (23) for fixing the hose in the guide groove (22). The strap (23) is provided on both sides of the arc-shaped groove of the guide member (21).
3. The water outlet hose storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bending portion (30) also includes a first receiving pipe (32) rotatably sleeved on the outside of the connecting pipe (31) and an inner bearing (33) disposed between the connecting pipe (31) and the first receiving pipe (32). The inner bearing (33) can reduce the friction between the connecting pipe (31) and the first receiving pipe (32) and improve the rotation effect.
4. The water outlet hose storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that The bent portion (30) further includes a bearing seat (34), a rotating block (35) that cooperates with the bearing seat (34), and a second receiving pipe (36) that is connected to the first receiving pipe (32). The bearing seat (34) is disposed at the end of the first receiving pipe (32) away from the connecting pipe (31), and the first receiving pipe (32) is rotatably connected to the rotating block (35) through the bearing seat (34). The rotating block (35) is disposed on the second receiving pipe (36).
5. The water outlet hose storage device according to claim 4, characterized in that The bent portion (30) further includes a first groove (37) constructed on the first receiving pipe (32) and a second groove (38) constructed on the second receiving pipe (36), and both the first groove (37) and the second groove (38) are arc-shaped; The first receiving pipe (32), the second receiving pipe (36), the cam (13) and the connecting pipe (31) are all hollow pipes, and the internal hollow spaces are all connected to the guide groove (22) of the guide (21).
6. The water outlet hose storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that The first groove (37) is disposed at the end of the first receiving pipe (32) away from the connecting pipe (31), and the arc-shaped opening faces the opposite direction to the connecting pipe (31). The second groove (38) is provided in two sets, respectively disposed at both ends of the second receiving pipe (36).
7. The water outlet hose storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The center lines of the arc-shaped openings of the first groove (37) and the second groove (38) are both perpendicular to the axis of the bearing seat (34) and the rotating block (35).
8. The water outlet hose storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage unit body (10) also includes a tripod (15) for supporting the storage unit body (10) and a handle (16) for rotating the side plate (11). The tripod (15) is rotatably connected to the side plate (11) via a rotating bearing (14). The handle (16) is located on the side of the side plate (11) away from the bend (30) and close to the tripod (15). The handle (16) is used to shake the side plate (11).