A metering module for a faucet and a faucet having a metering module

Abstract

The utility model discloses a metering module of faucet, including setting on the display of faucet main part and the flowmeter of being connected to faucet water purification outlet road, can show two above water mark on the display, whenever flowmeter records the water volume of flowing through faucet water purification outlet road is A, at least one water mark shows or disappears on the display, to show how much water volume user has used, also discloses a faucet with metering module, including faucet main body, the faucet water purification outlet road of being arranged in the faucet main body, water filter module and above -mentioned metering module, water filter module is communicated and is arranged on faucet water purification outlet road, and faucet water purification outlet road connects water source, when all water mark shows or disappears on the display, then shows that faucet has used water volume 2A at least, at this moment, user can know water volume and replaces the filter core of water filter module in time, and the water quality clean of continuous guaranteeing water purification.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the leading field. Background Technology

[0002] Faucets are common water appliances in homes. With the development of the times, faucets have evolved to have various functions, especially faucets with water purification functions. These faucets filter tap water through a water filtration module to produce purified water, which can be released by the faucet itself for drinking and cooking. However, the filter cartridge in the water filtration module needs to be replaced after completing a certain amount of filtration work in order to continuously ensure the cleanliness of the filtered water. Currently, filter cartridges are generally replaced periodically by setting a usage period. However, the actual water consumption within the usage period cannot be determined. Once the water consumption exceeds the filter cartridge's filtration limit within the usage period, the cleanliness of the purified water cannot be guaranteed. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a metering module for a faucet and a faucet with a metering module.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0005] A metering module for a faucet includes a display mounted on the faucet body and a flow meter connected to the faucet's purified water outlet. The display can show two or more water usage indicators. Whenever the flow meter records a flow rate of A through the faucet's purified water outlet, at least one water usage indicator is displayed or disappears from the display.

[0006] The flow meter is equipped with a zeroing button.

[0007] The display is a screen, and the display can also show temperature values. The flow meter is equipped with a temperature detection sensor.

[0008] A faucet with a metering module includes a faucet body, a tap water outlet and a faucet purified water outlet arranged in the faucet body, a water filter module, and the aforementioned metering module. The water filter module is connected to the faucet purified water outlet, which is connected to a tap water source. When all the water usage indicators are displayed or disappear on the display, the filter element of the water filter module is replaced.

[0009] The water filtration module includes a water inlet base and a filter element, and a quick-connect structure is provided between the water inlet base and the filter element.

[0010] The quick-connect structure includes two sliding grooves evenly distributed around the side wall of the water inlet and a locking post arranged on both sides of the filter cartridge interface. One end of the sliding groove is provided with an inlet for the locking post to enter, and the other end is provided with a limiting platform that limits the locking post after it slides in.

[0011] The faucet body is equipped with a water outlet switch and a switching switch. The water outlet switch is used to control the connection between the faucet's purified water outlet and the tap water source. The switching switch is used to control the switching of water outlets between the two types at the end of the faucet body.

[0012] The faucet body includes a base standing upright on the table and a water outlet pipe extending laterally to the top of the base. The display and water outlet switch are arranged on the base. The switch is arranged on the side of the water outlet pipe. The end of the water outlet pipe is provided with a top water outlet and a bottom water outlet, which are switched by the switch to connect one of them to output water.

[0013] The display is positioned on the front side of the seat facing the human body.

[0014] The tap water source includes a hot water inlet pipe and a cold water inlet pipe, and the water outlet switch is a mixing valve switch.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The faucet of this utility model is equipped with a metering module, which records the water consumption of the faucet through the flow meter of the metering module. The metering module includes a display, which can display two or more water consumption indicators. Whenever the flow meter records the cumulative water consumption of the faucet as A, at least one water consumption indicator will disappear or reappear on the display. When all water consumption indicators are displayed or disappear on the display, it means that the faucet has consumed at least 2A of water. At this time, the user can know the water consumption and replace the filter element of the water filtration module in a timely manner to continuously ensure the cleanliness of the purified water. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0018] Reference Figure 1A faucet with a metering module includes a faucet body 1, a faucet water purification outlet path arranged in the faucet body 1, a water filter module 2, and a metering module. The water filter module 2 is connected to the faucet water purification outlet path, which is connected to a tap water source 5. The metering module includes a display 3 mounted on the faucet body 1 and a flow meter 4 connected to the faucet's purified water outlet. The display 3 can display two or more water usage indicators 31. Whenever the flow meter 4 records a cumulative water volume of A flowing through the faucet's purified water outlet, at least one water usage indicator 31 will appear or disappear on the display 3. In this embodiment, since the optimal filtration capacity of the conventional filter element 22 is 8 tons, the display 3 can display four water usage indicators 31, and the water volume A is set to two tons. When one water usage indicator 31 disappears from the display 3, it indicates that the faucet has released two tons of purified water. When all water usage indicators 31 disappear from the display 3, it indicates that the faucet has released 8 tons of purified water, reaching the filter element's optimal filtration capacity limit, and the filter element 22 of the water filtration module 2 needs to be replaced. This allows the user to know the water usage and replace the filter element 22 in a timely manner, continuously ensuring the cleanliness of the purified water.

[0019] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the flow meter 4 is equipped with a reset button 41. When a new filter element 22 is replaced, pressing the reset button 41 clears the recorded data of the flow meter 4 and simultaneously resets the display of the water usage indicator 31 on the display 3. That is, the water usage indicator 31 is reset when all of it is displayed on the display 3 or when it disappears completely. Preferably, the display 3 is a screen, which has high integration, is clear and easy to observe, and can display more content, such as temperature value 32, which, in conjunction with the temperature sensor on the flow meter 4, displays the current water temperature from the faucet.

[0020] The water filtration module 2 can be a water purifier, a water dispenser, or a water filtration component that is equipped with the faucet. As a preferred option, the water filtration module 2 is the latter, including a water inlet base 21 and a filter element 22. The water inlet base 21 is connected to the water outlet of the faucet. A quick-connect structure is provided between the water inlet base 21 and the filter element 22 to allow for quick disassembly and replacement of the filter element 22. Specifically, the quick-connect structure includes two sliding grooves 23 evenly distributed around the side wall of the water inlet base 21 and retaining posts 24 arranged on both sides of the filter element 22 interface. One end of the sliding groove 23 has an inlet for the retaining post 24 to enter, and the other end has a limiting platform that limits the retaining post 24 after it slides in.

[0021] As a preferred embodiment, the faucet body 1 includes a base 11 erected on the countertop and a water outlet pipe 12 extending laterally from the top of the base 11. The faucet body 1 is equipped with a water outlet switch 13 and a switch 14. The water outlet switch 13 controls the connection between the faucet's purified water outlet and the tap water source 5. The switch 14 controls the switching between two water outlets at the end of the faucet body 1. Specifically, the water outlet pipe 12 has a top outlet and a bottom outlet, one of which is switched on by the switch 14. The top outlet allows users to drink purified water directly from the top of the faucet, while the bottom outlet allows users to collect purified water using a container. Preferably, the display 3 of the metering module and the water outlet switch 13 are arranged on the base 11, and the switch 14 is arranged on the side of the water outlet pipe 12 to clearly distinguish the operating position. Furthermore, the display 3 is positioned on the front side of the base 11 facing the user, making it easier for the user to read and observe.

[0022] As a preferred embodiment, the tap water source 5 includes a hot water inlet pipe and a cold water inlet pipe. The water outlet switch 13 is a mixing valve switch. The hot water inlet pipe and the cold water inlet pipe converge and mix at the water outlet switch 13. The user can adjust the mixing ratio by operating the water outlet switch 13 according to the temperature value 32 displayed on the display 3, thereby adjusting the water temperature of the faucet's purified water outlet. The faucet's purified water outlet is equipped with an independently arranged flow meter 4 and a water filter module 2, and the purified water pipe is exposed in the space under the countertop for the convenience of the user.

Claims

1. A metering module for a faucet, characterized in that: Includes a display (3) installed on the faucet body (1) and a flow meter (4) connected to the faucet's purified water outlet. The display (3) can display two or more water usage indicators (31). Whenever the flow meter (4) records the amount of water flowing through the faucet's purified water outlet as A, at least one water usage indicator (31) will be displayed or disappear on the display (3).

2. The metering module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flow meter (4) is equipped with a zeroing button (41).

3. The metering module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The display (3) is a display screen, and the display (3) can also display temperature values ​​(32). The flow meter (4) is equipped with a temperature detection sensor.

4. A faucet with a metering module, characterized in that: It includes a faucet body (1), a faucet water outlet path arranged in the faucet body (1), a water filter module (2), and a metering module as described in any one of claims 1 to 3. The water filter module (2) is connected to the faucet water outlet path, which is connected to a tap water source (5). When all the water usage indicators (31) are displayed or disappear on the display (3), the filter element (22) of the water filter module (2) is replaced.

5. The faucet according to claim 4, characterized in that: The water filtration module (2) includes a water inlet seat (21) and a filter element (22), and a quick-connect structure is provided between the water inlet seat (21) and the filter element (22).

6. The faucet according to claim 5, characterized in that: The quick-connect structure includes two sliding grooves (23) evenly distributed around the side wall of the water inlet (21) and a locking post (24) arranged on both sides of the filter element (22) interface. One end of the sliding groove (23) is provided with an inlet for the locking post (24) to enter, and the other end is provided with a limiting platform that limits the locking post (24) after it slides in.

7. The faucet according to claim 4, characterized in that: The faucet body (1) is provided with a water outlet switch (13) and a switching switch (14). The water outlet switch (13) is used to control the connection between the faucet's purified water outlet and the tap water source (5). The switching switch (14) is used to control the switching of water outlets between the two types of outlets at the end of the faucet body (1).

8. The faucet according to claim 7, characterized in that: The faucet body (1) includes a seat (11) standing upright on the table and a water outlet pipe (12) extending laterally to the top of the seat (11). The display (3) and the water outlet switch (13) are arranged on the seat (11). The switch (14) is arranged on the side of the water outlet pipe (12). The end of the water outlet pipe (12) is provided with a top water outlet and a bottom water outlet, which are switched by the switch (14) to connect and output water.

9. The faucet according to claim 8, characterized in that: The display (3) is arranged on the front side of the seat (11) facing the human body.

10. The faucet according to claim 7, characterized in that: The tap water source (5) includes a hot water inlet pipe and a cold water inlet pipe, and the water outlet switch (13) is a mixing valve switch.

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