Humidifier

Abstract

The application relates to the humidifier technical field, and provides a humidifier, which comprises a shell, an air inlet chamber, a humidifying chamber and an air outlet chamber, the air inlet chamber and the air outlet chamber are respectively arranged on the opposite sides of the humidifying chamber and are communicated with the humidifying chamber, the shell is further provided with an air inlet and an air outlet, the air inlet is communicated with the air inlet chamber, the air outlet is communicated with the air outlet chamber, a humidifying net is arranged in the humidifying chamber, and an air filter element is arranged in the air inlet chamber. According to the technical scheme, the problem of air filter element failure can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of humidifier technology, and more specifically, to a humidifier. Background Technology

[0002] Mist-free humidifiers atomize water from the humidifying mesh into water vapor using a fan. To purify the air entering the humidifier, an air filter is usually added to the outside of the humidifying mesh, ensuring that the air blowing over the surface of the humidifying mesh is filtered clean air and less likely to produce odors. However, the humidifying mesh and the air filter are coaxially mounted together, forming a relationship where the air filter covers the humidifying mesh. This makes the air filter too close to the humidifying mesh. Since air filters generally do not have waterproof and moisture-proof functions, moisture from the humidifying mesh can easily be absorbed into the air filter, causing the air filter to fail. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this application is to provide a humidifier that can reduce the problem of air filter failure.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this application adopts the following technical solution: This application provides a humidifier, comprising: a housing having a humidification chamber, an air inlet chamber, and an air outlet chamber, wherein the air inlet chamber and the air outlet chamber are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the humidification chamber and are both connected to the humidification chamber; the housing also has an air inlet and an air outlet, wherein the air inlet is connected to the air inlet chamber and the air outlet is connected to the air outlet chamber; a humidification screen is disposed in the humidification chamber; and an air filter is disposed in the air inlet chamber.

[0005] In the implementation of the above scheme, the shell has a humidification chamber, an air inlet chamber, and an air outlet chamber. The air inlet chamber and the air outlet chamber are respectively located on opposite sides of the humidification chamber and are both connected to the humidification chamber. The shell also has an air inlet and an air outlet. The air inlet is connected to the air inlet chamber, and the air outlet is connected to the air outlet chamber. The humidifier also includes a humidifying screen, which is located in the humidification chamber. At the same time, the humidifier also includes an air filter, which is located in the air inlet chamber. Since the air inlet chamber is located on one side of the humidification chamber, the humidifying screen in the humidification chamber and the air filter in the air inlet chamber are respectively located in different chambers. That is, the air filter does not surround the humidifying screen. By arranging the air filter and the humidifying screen separately and increasing the distance between them, the air outside the shell first enters the air inlet chamber through the air inlet, then enters the humidification chamber, and then exits from the air outlet of the air outlet chamber. This avoids the problem that the air filter is too close to the humidifying screen, which can easily cause the air filter to become damp and eventually lead to the failure of the air filter.

[0006] In one embodiment, the air inlet chamber includes a first air inlet channel located outside the air filter and a first air outlet channel located inside the air filter, the first air inlet channel being connected to the air inlet; the humidification chamber includes a second air inlet channel located outside the humidification mesh and a second air outlet channel located inside the humidification mesh, the second air inlet channel being connected to the first air outlet channel and the second air outlet channel being connected to the air outlet chamber.

[0007] In the implementation of the above scheme, the air inlet chamber includes a first air inlet channel located outside the air filter and a first air outlet channel located inside the air filter. The first air inlet channel is connected to the air inlet. The humidification chamber includes a second air inlet channel located outside the humidification mesh and a second air outlet channel located inside the humidification mesh. The second air inlet channel is connected to the first air outlet channel, and the second air outlet channel is connected to the air outlet chamber. The humidification chamber and the air inlet chamber are divided into multiple chambers by the humidification mesh and the air filter, respectively, so that the external air of the shell can first pass through the air filter and then through the humidification mesh, which purifies the air and also humidifies it.

[0008] In one embodiment, a first partition is provided between the humidification chamber and the air inlet chamber, and the first partition is provided with a first air inlet grid that connects the second air inlet channel and the first air outlet channel.

[0009] In the implementation of the above scheme, a first partition is provided between the humidification chamber and the air inlet chamber. The first partition is provided with a first air inlet grille that connects the second air inlet channel and the first air outlet channel, so that the air passing through the air filter can enter the humidification chamber through the first air inlet grille.

[0010] In one embodiment, the humidifier further includes a water tank and a pumping device. The water tank is disposed in the air inlet chamber, and the pumping device is used to pump the liquid in the water tank to the humidification net.

[0011] In the implementation of the above solution, the humidifier also includes a water tank and a pumping device. The water tank is located in the air inlet chamber. Compared with the water tank being located below the air filter, this reduces the overall height of the humidifier, thereby improving aesthetics and space utilization. The pumping device is used to pump the liquid in the water tank to the humidifying screen, thereby wetting the humidifying screen.

[0012] In one embodiment, the air filter is arranged around the water tank.

[0013] In the implementation of the above solution, the air filter is arranged around the water tank. On the one hand, compared with the water tank being placed below the air filter, the overall height of the humidifier can be reduced. On the other hand, the air filter can be maximized so that it can cover multiple air inlets.

[0014] In one embodiment, the humidifier further includes a water tank and a pumping device. The water tank is located below the air inlet chamber, and the pumping device is used to pump the liquid in the water tank to the humidifying net.

[0015] In the implementation of the above solution, the humidifier also includes a water tank and a pumping device. The water tank is located below the air inlet chamber, and the pumping device is used to pump the liquid in the water tank to the humidifying net, so that the water tank and the air filter are located at different heights in the housing, which facilitates the replacement and disassembly of the air filter, and also facilitates the maintenance of the water tank.

[0016] In one embodiment, a second partition is provided between the air outlet chamber and the humidification chamber, and a second air inlet grille is provided at the position opposite to the second air outlet channel on the second partition.

[0017] In the implementation of the above scheme, a second partition is provided between the air outlet chamber and the humidification chamber. The second partition is provided with a second air inlet grid at the position opposite to the second air outlet channel. That is, the second partition is provided with a second air inlet grid that connects the second air outlet channel and the air outlet chamber. This allows the humidified air passing through the humidification net to enter the air outlet chamber through the second air outlet.

[0018] In one embodiment, the humidifier further includes a fan assembly disposed in the air outlet chamber, and the air outlet is located at the top of the air outlet chamber.

[0019] In the implementation of the above solution, the humidifier also includes a fan assembly, which is located in the air outlet chamber. When the fan assembly is started, it can draw air from outside the casing into the air inlet chamber through the air inlet. The air inlet chamber is also connected to the humidification chamber. The air enters the humidification mesh in the humidification chamber and then enters the air outlet chamber, and is discharged from the air outlet at the top of the air outlet chamber, thereby improving the humidification effect. In one embodiment, along the height direction of the housing, the air inlet chamber includes a bottom wall disposed opposite to the first partition, and a stop member is provided on the side wall of the air inlet chamber. The two ends of the air filter element abut against the bottom wall and the stop member respectively. A gap is formed between the stop member and the first partition member. The projection of the stop member along the height direction of the housing covers at least a portion of the first air inlet grille. The gap connects the first air outlet channel and the first air inlet grille.

[0020] In the implementation of the above solution, along the height direction of the housing, the air inlet chamber includes a bottom wall opposite to the first partition, and a stop is provided on the side wall of the air inlet chamber. The two ends of the air filter element along the height direction abut against the bottom wall and the stop respectively, and a gap is formed between the stop and the first partition. This allows space for the air entering the humidification chamber to flow out, and avoids the stop blocking the first air inlet grille. The projection of the stop along the height direction of the housing covers at least a part of the first air inlet grille, and the gap connects the first air outlet channel and the first air inlet grille, so that the first air inlet grille and the stop are not misaligned, and the air passing through the air filter element can enter the first air inlet grille through the first air outlet channel.

[0021] In one embodiment, the top of the air outlet chamber is provided with a display screen and a water inlet, and the water inlet is connected to the water tank.

[0022] In the implementation of the above solution, a display screen is provided on the top of the air outlet chamber, which makes it convenient for users to view and operate the humidifier. The top of the air outlet chamber is also provided with a water inlet, which is connected to the water tank, so that water can be added without removing the water tank. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a humidifier provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of a humidifier provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a humidifier provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a humidifier provided in another embodiment of this application; Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a humidifier provided in another embodiment of this application.

[0025] Icons: 1-Housing; 11-Air inlet; 12-Air outlet; 13-Air inlet chamber; 14-Humidification chamber; 15-Air outlet chamber; 2-Humidification screen; 3-Air filter; 4-Water tank; 5-Pumping device; 6-Fan assembly; 7-First partition; 71-First air inlet grille; 8-Second partition; 81-Second air inlet grille; 9-Stop. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, in the description of this application, terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, this application embodiment provides a humidifier, including a housing 1. The housing 1 has a humidification chamber 14, an air inlet chamber 13, and an air outlet chamber 15. The air inlet chamber 13 and the air outlet chamber 15 are respectively located on opposite sides of the humidification chamber 14 and are both connected to the humidification chamber 14. The housing 1 is also provided with an air inlet 11 and an air outlet 12. The air inlet 11 is connected to the air inlet chamber 13, and the air outlet 12 is connected to the air outlet chamber 15. The humidifier also includes a humidifying screen 2, which is disposed inside the humidification chamber 14. Simultaneously, the humidifier also includes an air filter 3, which is disposed inside the air inlet chamber 13. 13 is located on one side of the humidification chamber 14, so that the humidification net 2 in the humidification chamber 14 and the air filter 3 in the air inlet chamber 13 are respectively placed in different chambers. That is, the air filter 3 is not surrounded by the humidification net 2. The air filter 3 and the humidification net 2 are arranged separately, and the distance between them is extended. The air outside the housing 1 first enters the air inlet chamber 13 through the air inlet 11, then enters the humidification chamber 14, and then exits from the air outlet 12 of the air outlet chamber 15. This avoids the problem that the air filter 3 is too close to the humidification net 2, which can easily cause the air filter 3 to get damp and eventually lead to the failure of the air filter 3. In addition, if the air filter 3 contains activated carbon, and the air filter 3 is arranged around the humidifying net 2, the activated carbon in the air filter 3 will also become saturated with the moisture in the humidifying net 2, thus losing its adsorption function; however, in the embodiment of this application, the air filter 3 and the humidifying net 2 are separated, which can prevent the air filter 3 from losing its adsorption function.

[0029] Optionally, the shell 1 can be cylindrical, cuboid, or other polygonal.

[0030] Optionally, the height direction of housing 1 refers to the fact that mist-free humidifiers are generally placed vertically.

[0031] Optionally, both the air inlet 11 and the air outlet 12 can be in the shape of a grid hole, and the air inlet 11 can be provided on multiple side walls of the housing 1, and the air outlet 12 can also be provided on the side wall of the housing 1 or at the top position.

[0032] like Figure 3 and 5 As shown, optionally, the air inlet chamber and the air outlet chamber are located on opposite sides of the humidification chamber, which means that along the height direction of the shell 1, the air outlet 12 is located above the air inlet 11, the humidification chamber 14 is located above the air inlet chamber 13, and the air outlet chamber 15 is located above the humidification chamber 14, so that the air passing through the humidification net 2 enters from the bottom of the shell 1 and exits from the top, so that the humidified air can be evenly diffused to the external environment.

[0033] In one embodiment, the air inlet chamber 13 includes a first air inlet channel located outside the air filter element 3 and a first air outlet channel located inside the air filter element 3. The first air inlet channel is connected to the air inlet 11. The humidification chamber 14 includes a second air inlet channel located outside the humidification mesh 2 and a second air outlet channel located inside the humidification mesh 2. The second air inlet channel is connected to the first air outlet channel, and the second air outlet channel is connected to the air outlet chamber 15. The humidification chamber 14 and the air inlet chamber 13 are divided into multiple chambers by the humidification mesh 2 and the air filter element 3, respectively, so that the external air of the housing 1 can first pass through the air filter element 3 and then through the humidification mesh 2, which purifies the air and also humidifies it.

[0034] Optionally, the outer side of the air filter 3 refers to the side of the air filter 3 closest to the air inlet 11, and the inner side refers to the inner circumference of the air filter 3.

[0035] Optionally, both the humidifying mesh 2 and the air filter 3 are hollow structures.

[0036] like Figure 3 and 5 As shown, in one embodiment, a first partition 7 is provided between the humidification chamber 14 and the air inlet chamber 13. The first partition 7 is provided with a first air inlet grille 71 that connects the second air inlet channel and the first air outlet channel, so that the air passing through the air filter 3 can enter the humidification chamber 14 through the first air inlet grille 71.

[0037] Optionally, the first partition 7 divides the housing 1 into a humidification chamber 14 and an air inlet chamber 13.

[0038] Optionally, the first partition 7 can be connected to the housing 1 around its perimeter, and the upper surface of the first partition 7 is used to support the base.

[0039] Optionally, multiple first air inlet grilles 71 are provided, with multiple first air inlet grilles 71 arranged around the perimeter of the first partition 7. In this way, the middle area of ​​the first partition 7 can be used to support the air filter element 3, and the first air inlet grilles 71 around the perimeter can be used to intake air.

[0040] like Figure 3 and 5As shown, in one embodiment, the humidifier also includes a water tank 4 and a pumping device 5. The water tank 4 is located inside the air inlet chamber 13. Compared with the water tank 4 being located below the air filter 3, this reduces the overall height of the humidifier, thereby improving aesthetics and space utilization. The pumping device 5 is used to pump the liquid in the water tank 4 to the humidifying net 2, thereby wetting the humidifying net 2.

[0041] Optionally, the liquid in water tank 4 can be tap water, distilled water, or purified water, etc.

[0042] Optionally, in some cases, the air intake chamber 13 can be divided into two areas along the horizontal direction, one part for housing the air filter 3 and the other part for housing the water tank 4.

[0043] Optionally, the pumping device 5 includes a water pump, which can be located inside the water tank 4, outside the water tank 4, or on the housing 1. The pumping device 5 also includes a water distributor and a base, which are respectively located at both ends of the humidifying net 2 along the height direction of the housing 1. The water distributor is located at the upper end of the humidifying net 2, and the base is located at the lower end of the humidifying net 2. The water distributor can be connected to the water pump through a water pipe. The base can be connected to the water tank 4 through a water outlet pipe. The water distributor is used to distribute water to the humidifying net 2 to moisten the humidifying net 2, while the base is used to collect excess water from the humidifying net 2 and discharge the excess water into the water tank 4.

[0044] like Figure 2 and 3 As shown, in one embodiment, the air filter 3 is arranged around the water tank 4. On the one hand, compared with the water tank 4 being arranged below the air filter 3, the overall height space of the humidifier can be reduced. On the other hand, the air filter 3 can be maximized as much as possible, so that the air filter 3 can cover multiple air inlets 11.

[0045] Optionally, the air filter 3 can be of type n, with one side allowing the water tank 4 to be pulled out; of course, the water tank 4 can also be non-pull-out.

[0046] Optionally, in the scheme where the air filter 3 surrounds the water tank 4, a first water outlet can be provided at the bottom of the first partition 7, and a second water outlet can be provided at the base. Water in the base can flow directly into the water tank 4 through the second water outlet and the first water outlet. Of course, the four walls of the water tank 4 can also be sealed to the first partition 7 to prevent air from directly entering the central area of ​​the humidifying net 2 through the first water outlet and the second water outlet. Otherwise, the air would be discharged to the outside without being humidified by the humidifying net 2, affecting the humidification efficiency.

[0047] like Figure 4 and 5As shown, in one embodiment, the humidifier also includes a water tank 4 and a pumping device 5. The water tank 4 is located below the air inlet chamber 13. The pumping device 5 is used to pump the liquid in the water tank 4 to the humidifying net 2, so that the water tank 4 and the air filter 3 are located at different heights in the housing 1, which facilitates the replacement and disassembly of the air filter 3, and also facilitates the maintenance of the water tank 4.

[0048] Optionally, in this embodiment, the pumping device 5 may include a water pump, which may be installed inside the water tank 4.

[0049] Optionally, the housing 1 may also have a liquid storage chamber. Along the height direction of the housing 1, the liquid storage chamber and the humidification chamber 14 are located on both sides of the air inlet chamber 13, and the water tank 4 may be installed in the liquid storage chamber.

[0050] like Figure 3 and 5 As shown, in one embodiment, a second partition 8 is provided between the humidification chamber 14 and the air outlet chamber 15. The second partition 8 is provided with a second air inlet grille 81 at a position opposite to the second air outlet channel. That is, the second partition 8 is provided with a second air inlet grille 81 that connects the second air outlet channel and the air outlet chamber 15, so that the humidified air passing through the humidification net 2 can enter the air outlet chamber 15 through the second air outlet 12.

[0051] Optionally, the second partition 8 is sealed to the housing 1 on all four sides. The upper end of the second partition 8 provides support for the volute and the lower end is sealed to the water distributor. This allows the air entering the second air inlet channel to pass through the humidifying net 2 and then enter the second air outlet channel.

[0052] Optionally, the second air inlet grille 81 is located in the middle of the second partition 8 and is connected to the air inlet 11 of the volute. The second air inlet grille 81 is directly opposite the center of the humidifying net 2. In this way, humid air can enter the volute through the second air inlet grille 81 and be discharged by the fan.

[0053] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the humidifier also includes a fan assembly 6, which is disposed in the air outlet chamber 15. When the fan assembly 6 is started, it can draw air from outside the housing 1 into the air inlet chamber 13 through the air inlet 11. The air inlet chamber 13 is connected to the humidification chamber 14. The air enters the humidification mesh 2 in the humidification chamber 14 and enters the air outlet chamber 15, and is discharged from the air outlet 12 at the top of the air outlet chamber 15, thereby improving the humidification effect.

[0054] Optionally, a portion of the peripheral wall of the housing 1 can serve as the peripheral wall of the air outlet 15, and the air outlet 12 can be located on the peripheral wall of the air outlet 15 or on the top of the air outlet 15.

[0055] Optionally, the fan assembly 6 includes a fan and a volute. The fan is fixed inside the volute, which provides stable support for the fan. The air outlet of the volute is connected to the air outlet 12, so that the humidified air passing through the fan assembly 6 is discharged outside the housing 1.

[0056] like Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, along the height direction of the housing 1, the air inlet chamber 13 includes a bottom wall disposed opposite to the first partition 7. A stop member 9 is provided on the side wall of the air inlet chamber 13. The two ends of the air filter element 3 along the height direction abut against the bottom wall and the stop member 9 respectively. A gap is formed between the stop member 9 and the first partition 7, so that the air entering the humidification chamber 14 can have space to flow out, and the stop member 9 is prevented from blocking the first air inlet grille 71. The projection of the stop member 9 along the height direction of the housing 1 covers at least a part of the first air inlet grille 71. The gap connects the first air outlet channel and the first air inlet grille 71, so that the first air inlet grille 71 and the stop member 9 are not misaligned, and the air passing through the air filter element 3 can enter the first air inlet grille 71 through the first air outlet channel.

[0057] Optionally, the stop 9 can extend horizontally and be through in the middle; of course, the stop 9 can also extend vertically and be connected to one end of the air filter 3.

[0058] In some cases, the outer periphery of the first air inlet grille 71 around the first partition 7 may also include a stop, that is, the stop 9 can be omitted, and the upper end of the air filter 3 along the height direction can directly abut against the stop.

[0059] As one implementation, the top of the air outlet chamber 15 is equipped with a display screen, which makes it convenient for users to view and operate the humidifier. The top of the air outlet chamber 15 is also equipped with a water inlet, which is connected to the water tank 4, so that water can be added without removing the water tank 4.

[0060] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

[0061] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

[0062] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

Claims

1. A humidifier, characterized in that, include: The housing has an air inlet chamber, a humidification chamber, and an air outlet chamber. The air inlet chamber and the air outlet chamber are respectively located on opposite sides of the humidification chamber and are both connected to the humidification chamber. The housing also has an air inlet and an air outlet. The air inlet is connected to the air inlet chamber, and the air outlet is connected to the air outlet chamber. A humidifying filter is installed in the humidifying chamber; An air filter element is installed in the air intake chamber.

2. The humidifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air inlet chamber includes a first air inlet channel located outside the air filter and a first air outlet channel located inside the air filter, wherein the first air inlet channel is connected to the air inlet. The humidification chamber includes a second air inlet channel located outside the humidification net and a second air outlet channel located inside the humidification net. The second air inlet channel is connected to the first air outlet channel, and the second air outlet channel is connected to the air outlet chamber.

3. The humidifier according to claim 2, characterized in that, A first partition is provided between the humidification chamber and the air inlet chamber, and the first partition is provided with a first air inlet grid that connects the second air inlet channel and the first air outlet channel.

4. The humidifier according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The humidifier also includes a water tank and a pumping device. The water tank is located in the air inlet chamber, and the pumping device is used to pump the liquid in the water tank to the humidification net.

5. The humidifier according to claim 4, characterized in that, The air filter is arranged around the water tank.

6. The humidifier according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The humidifier also includes a water tank and a pumping device. The water tank is located below the air inlet chamber, and the pumping device is used to pump the liquid in the water tank to the humidification net.

7. The humidifier according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, A second partition is provided between the air outlet chamber and the humidification chamber, and a second air inlet grille is provided at the position opposite to the second air outlet channel on the second partition.

8. The humidifier according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The humidifier also includes a fan assembly disposed in the air outlet chamber, and the air outlet is located at the top of the air outlet chamber.

9. The humidifier according to claim 3, characterized in that, Along the height direction of the housing, the air inlet chamber includes a bottom wall disposed opposite to the first partition, and a stop member is provided on the side wall of the air inlet chamber. The two ends of the air filter element abut against the bottom wall and the stop member respectively. A gap is formed between the stop member and the first partition member. The projection of the stop member along the height direction of the housing covers at least a portion of the first air inlet grille. The gap connects the first air outlet channel and the first air inlet grille.

10. The humidifier according to claim 4, characterized in that, The top of the air outlet chamber is equipped with a display screen and a water inlet, which is connected to the water tank.

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