Water tank detachable steam brush
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202521962546.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-09-18
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-09-12
AI Technical Summary
[0006]为了克服现在蒸汽刷更换水箱比较复杂的不足,本实用新型提供一种水箱可拆卸的蒸汽刷
[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. The handle of the handheld steam brush does not use a locking mechanism with a button or latch when connecting to the water tank. Instead, it uses a direct insertion and extraction method for unlocking. The symmetrically arranged triangular locking blocks with upper and lower bevels ensure the connection strength and allow for easy removal of the water tank. Eliminating the unlocking process results in a significantly improved user experience. 2. The locking holes are located on the symmetrical sides of the central block. The central block can be made thicker, increasing structural strength and resistance to deformation. Compared to locking holes located on the edges, this reduces the deformation interference of external forces on the locking block and related structures, enhancing the stability of the connection. 3. The smart seat and vent allow the connected water pump to easily draw water from the water tank, preventing the water from being blocked by air pressure. The water tank is located at the bottom of the main body, and the lower center of gravity makes the handheld steam brush more stable during use, making full use of the space at the bottom of the handheld steam brush body.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a structural improvement of a handheld steam brush, particularly a water tank disassembly structure. Background Technology
[0002] A handheld steam brush is a convenient garment care tool that greatly helps people solve the problem of wrinkles in their clothes in daily life.
[0003] This handheld steam brush contains a water tank, pump, and steam generator. Its compact size and lightweight design make it easy to carry and store. Whether used at home or while traveling or on business trips, it can be easily packed into your luggage for convenient clothing care anytime.
[0004] The working principle of a handheld steam brush is based on the conversion of electrical energy into heat energy, which in turn heats water into steam. When the user connects the power and turns on the switch, the current passes through the heating element, which rapidly heats the water in the tank to boiling. Once the water turns into steam, it is sprayed onto the surface of the clothing through the steam nozzle under pressure. The high-temperature steam causes the clothing fibers to expand and soften, at which point the user can easily smooth out wrinkles by simply pulling the clothing gently.
[0005] To facilitate water refilling and prevent water from entering the main body, some handheld steam brushes feature detachable water tanks. When water needs to be added, the locking mechanism is released, allowing the tank to be removed for easy access. However, this tank design requires users to perform multiple steps when refilling, such as pressing buttons or rotating specific parts. This not only wastes time and effort but also easily frustrates users, especially when they are in a hurry to iron clothes; the complicated operation significantly reduces the user experience. Utility Model Content
[0006] To overcome the shortcomings of current steam brushes which involve complex water tank replacement, this utility model provides a steam brush with a detachable water tank.
[0007] The technical solution of this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: a steam brush with a detachable water tank, comprising a main body with a brush head and a water tank assembly, wherein the water tank assembly is detachably fixed to the lower part of the main body; the main body is provided with a water pump and a steam generator; a central block is protruding from the middle of the upper end face of the water tank assembly; a smart seat is provided below the central block; the water inlet of the smart seat is opened on the central block; a normally closed return air hole is also provided on the central block; an edge protrudes from the upper end face of the water tank assembly; a positioning block groove is formed by the recess between the edge and the central block; a positioning block protrudes from the lower end of the main body; and a central... The center block has a groove, in which a water inlet and an air vent needle protrude. The water inlet is aligned with the water inlet of the smart seat, and the air vent needle is aligned with the air return hole. The water inlet is connected to a water pump via a water pipe. Symmetrical locking holes are provided on the left and right end faces of the center block, each with an upper and lower inclined surface. A locking opening is provided on the wall of the center block groove. Symmetrical locking blocks are provided within the positioning block, each with a triangular lock head at its inner end. The triangular lock head has an upper and lower inclined surface, and a spring is provided at the outer end of the locking block. The spring drives the triangular lock head to extend from the locking opening, thereby engaging the locking holes on both ends of the center block. The structure of the smart seat and air return hole adopts a common existing design and will not be elaborated further here.
[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the lower end of the main body is provided with a main body end cap, and the positioning block and positioning block groove are located on the main body end cap; the main body end cap is provided with a locking block slide groove, and the locking block is slidably disposed on the locking block slide groove.
[0009] The lock block structure is optimized such that the spring is located in the lock block groove, and a spring sleeve is provided on the rear side of the lock block. The front end of the spring is fixed on the spring sleeve, and the rear end of the spring presses against the main body end cover.
[0010] To improve the handling feel of the water tank assembly, the water tank assembly has rows of grooves on its side.
[0011] The water inlet of the water tank is concealed and located on the central block, with an openable rubber stopper. The water inlet is hidden on the upper surface of the water tank, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing appearance with no protruding parts on the steam brush.
[0012] In a preferred embodiment of a return air hole, a reset soft membrane is covered on the return air hole. The reset soft membrane normally seals the return air hole, and the reset soft membrane is opened when the air hole puncture needle is inserted into the return air hole.
[0013] In a preferred embodiment of a smart seat, the smart seat has an insertion cavity in the middle, a water channel is provided on the side wall of the insertion cavity, a sealing ball is slidably disposed in the insertion cavity, and a return spring is provided below the sealing ball. The return spring presses the sealing ball upward, thereby sealing the water inlet with the sealing ball.
[0014] To facilitate water intake, the bottom of the water inlet has a cross-shaped inlet that will not be completely blocked by the sealing ball, thus preventing water from flowing through.
[0015] When using this utility model, the water tank needs to be filled with water. Then, the water tank assembly is installed into the lower end of the main body from bottom to top. In the initial stage of installation, the positioning block is gradually inserted into the positioning block groove. The outer side of the positioning block is limited by the edge, and a central block is also inserted in the middle to strengthen the positioning. The two sides of the central block push the lower inclined surface of the triangular lock head, causing the lock block to retract inward until the triangular lock head slides to the locking hole position and locks into the locking hole, thus completing the fixation of the entire water tank assembly to the main body.
[0016] When you need to disassemble the water tank, simply pull the water tank down. The inclined surface on the water tank's locking hole presses against the inclined surface on the lock head, causing the locking block to retract inward. The water tank assembly can then be easily separated to perform the water filling operation.
[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. The handle of the handheld steam brush does not use a locking mechanism with a button or latch when connecting to the water tank. Instead, it uses a direct insertion and extraction method for unlocking. The symmetrically arranged triangular locking blocks with upper and lower bevels ensure the connection strength and allow for easy removal of the water tank. Eliminating the unlocking process results in a significantly improved user experience. 2. The locking holes are located on the symmetrical sides of the central block. The central block can be made thicker, increasing structural strength and resistance to deformation. Compared to locking holes located on the edges, this reduces the deformation interference of external forces on the locking block and related structures, enhancing the stability of the connection. 3. The smart seat and vent allow the connected water pump to easily draw water from the water tank, preventing the water from being blocked by air pressure. The water tank is located at the bottom of the main body, and the lower center of gravity makes the handheld steam brush more stable during use, making full use of the space at the bottom of the handheld steam brush body. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the present invention.
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembly and assembly of the water tank assembly of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembly and assembly of the main body end cap and the main body of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the smart seat of this utility model.
[0022] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the locking block of this utility model. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the water tank assembly of this utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0024] Example 1
[0025] Combined with appendix Figures 1 to 6 A steam brush with a detachable water tank includes a main body 1 with a brush head and a water tank assembly 2, the water tank assembly 2 being detachably fixed below the main body 1; the main body 1 contains a water pump and a steam generator; a central block 3 protrudes from the center of the upper end face of the water tank assembly, a smart seat 4 is located below the central block 3, the water inlet 5 of the smart seat 4 is located on the central block 3, the central block 3 also has a normally closed vent 6, the upper end face of the water tank assembly also has a protruding edge 7, the recess between the edge 7 and the central block 3 forms a positioning block groove 8; a positioning block 9 protrudes from the lower end of the main body 1, the positioning block 9 has a central block groove 10, the central block groove 10 has a protruding water inlet 11 and a vent. The water inlet 11 is aligned with the water outlet 5 of the smart seat 4, and the air vent 12 is aligned with the air return hole 6. The water inlet 11 is connected to the water pump through a water pipe. The left and right end faces of the central block 3 are symmetrically provided with locking holes 13, each with an upper inclined surface 14 and a lower inclined surface 15. The wall of the central block groove 10 is provided with a locking opening 16. The positioning block 9 is symmetrically provided with locking blocks 17, each with a triangular locking head 18 at its inner end. The triangular locking head 18 has an upper inclined surface 19 and a lower inclined surface 20. The outer end of the locking block 17 is provided with a spring 21, which drives the triangular locking head 18 to extend from the locking opening 16, thereby locking the triangular locking head 18 into the locking holes 13 on both ends of the central block 3. The structure of the smart seat 4 and the air return hole 6 adopts the existing common structure, which will not be elaborated further here.
[0026] In a preferred embodiment, the lower end of the main body 1 is provided with a main body end cover 22, and the positioning block 9 and the positioning block groove 8 are located on the main body end cover 22; the main body end cover 22 is provided with a locking block slide groove 23, and the locking block 17 is slidably disposed on the locking block slide groove 23.
[0027] The structure of the locking block 17 is optimized such that the spring 21 is provided in the locking block groove 23, and a spring sleeve 24 is provided on the rear side of the locking block 17. The front end of the spring 21 is fixed on the spring sleeve 24, and the rear end of the spring 21 presses against the main body end cover 22.
[0028] To improve the handling feel of the water tank assembly 2, the water tank assembly 2 has a row of grooves on its side.
[0029] The water inlet of the water tank is concealed and located on the central block 3. An openable rubber stopper 25 is provided on the inlet. The water inlet is hidden on the upper surface of the water tank, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing appearance with no protruding parts on the steam brush.
[0030] In a preferred embodiment of the vent 6, a reset soft membrane is covered on the vent 6. The reset soft membrane normally seals the vent 6, and the vent needle 12 pushes open the reset soft membrane when it is inserted into the vent 6.
[0031] In a preferred embodiment of the smart seat 4, the smart seat 4 has an insertion cavity 26 in the middle, a water channel 27 is provided on the side wall of the insertion cavity 26, a sealing ball 28 is slidably disposed in the insertion cavity 26, and a return spring 29 is provided below the sealing ball 28. The return spring 29 presses the sealing ball 28 upward, thereby sealing the water inlet 5.
[0032] To facilitate water intake, the bottom of the water inlet 11 has a cross-shaped water inlet 30. The cross-shaped water inlet 30 will not be completely blocked by the sealing ball 28, thus preventing water from flowing through.
[0033] When using this utility model, the water tank needs to be filled with water, and then the water tank assembly 2 is installed into the lower end of the main body 1 from bottom to top. In the initial stage of installation, the positioning block 9 is gradually inserted into the positioning block groove 8. The outer side of the positioning block 9 is limited by the edge, and the center block 3 is also inserted in the middle to strengthen the positioning. The two sides of the center block 3 push the lower inclined surface 20 of the locking head of the triangular lock head 18 to make the locking block 17 retract until the triangular lock head 18 slides to the position of the locking hole 13 and is locked into the locking hole 13, thus completing the fixation of the entire water tank assembly 2 and the main body 1.
[0034] When the water tank needs to be disassembled, simply pull the water tank down. The inclined surface 14 on the water tank's locking hole presses against the inclined surface 19 on the lock head, causing the locking block 17 to retract inward. The water tank assembly 2 can then be easily separated to perform the water filling operation.
[0035] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. The handle of the handheld steam brush does not use a locking mechanism with a button or latch when connecting to the water tank. Instead, it uses a direct insertion and extraction method for unlocking. The symmetrically arranged triangular locking blocks with upper and lower bevels ensure the connection strength and allow for easy removal of the water tank. Eliminating the unlocking process results in a significantly improved user experience. 2. The locking holes are located on the symmetrical sides of the central block. The central block can be made thicker, increasing structural strength and resistance to deformation. Compared to locking holes located on the edges, this reduces the deformation interference of external forces on the locking block and related structures, enhancing the stability of the connection. 3. The smart seat and vent allow the connected water pump to easily draw water from the water tank, preventing the water from being blocked by air pressure. The water tank is located at the bottom of the main body, and the lower center of gravity makes the handheld steam brush more stable during use, making full use of the space at the bottom of the handheld steam brush body.
Claims
1. A steam brush with a detachable water tank, comprising a main body with a brush head and a water tank assembly, the water tank assembly being detachably fixed to the lower part of the main body; the main body is provided with a water pump and a steam generator, characterized in that: A central block protrudes from the middle of the upper surface of the water tank assembly. A smart seat is located below the central block, with its water inlet on the central block. The central block also has a normally closed vent hole. An edge protrudes from the upper edge of the water tank assembly, and a recess between the edge and the central block forms a positioning groove. A positioning block protrudes from the lower end of the main body, containing a central block groove. An inlet nozzle and a vent needle protrude from the central block groove. The inlet nozzle is aligned with the water inlet of the smart seat. The air vent is aligned with the air return vent; the water inlet is connected to the water pump via a water pipe; symmetrical locking holes are provided on the left and right end faces of the center block, each locking hole having an upper inclined surface and a lower inclined surface; a locking opening is provided on the groove wall of the center block, and locking blocks are symmetrically provided inside the positioning block. The inner end of each locking block has a triangular lock head, which has an upper inclined surface and a lower inclined surface. A spring is provided on the outer end of the locking block, and the spring drives the triangular lock head to extend from the locking opening, thereby locking the triangular lock head into the locking holes on both end faces of the center block.
2. The detachable water tank for a steam brush according to claim 1, wherein: The lower end of the main body is provided with a main body end cover, and the positioning block and positioning block groove are located on the main body end cover; the main body end cover is provided with a locking block slide groove, and the locking block is slidably mounted on the locking block slide groove.
3. The detachable water tank for the steam brush according to claim 2, wherein: The spring is located in the sliding groove of the lock block, and a spring sleeve is provided on the rear side of the lock block. The front end of the spring is fixed on the spring sleeve, and the rear end of the spring presses against the end cap of the main body.
4. The detachable water tank for a steam brush according to claim 1, wherein: The water tank assembly has rows of grooves on its side.
5. The detachable water tank for a steam brush according to claim 1, wherein: The water inlet of the water tank is located on the central block, and the water inlet is equipped with an openable rubber stopper.
6. The detachable water tank for a steam brush according to claim 1, wherein: A reset soft membrane covers the vent hole. The reset soft membrane normally seals the vent hole. When the vent needle is inserted into the vent hole, it pushes open the reset soft membrane.
7. The detachable water tank for a steam brush according to claim 1, wherein: The smart seat has an insertion cavity in the middle, and a water channel is provided on the side wall of the insertion cavity. A sealing ball is slidably placed in the insertion cavity, and a return spring is provided below the sealing ball. The return spring presses the sealing ball upward, thereby sealing the water inlet.
8. The detachable water tank for a steam brush according to claim 7, wherein: The bottom of the water inlet has a cross-shaped inlet.