A sealing ring, a sealing valve structure, a double-section water quantity servo valve and a gas water heater

Abstract

The utility model discloses a sealing ring, valve structure, double section water quantity servo valve and gas water heater belong to household appliance field. The sealing ring is made of EPDM material, and the sealing ring includes first annular facade, first plane, second annular facade, spherical sealing surface, third annular facade and second plane that are sequentially arranged from outside to inside, the first annular facade, the first plane and the second annular facade enclose the clamping groove, and the clamping groove is clamped and matched with the electromagnetic valve push rod assembly. The improved sealing ring has excellent weather resistance, water resistance, steam resistance, chemical resistance, excellent elasticity and low compression permanent deformation characteristics, and is non-toxic, odorless and environmentally friendly. The sealing ring has high connection stability and is not prone to falling off and failure during long-term use. The valve structure includes the sealing ring and the support, the support is coaxial with the sealing ring and can be detachably connected, the spherical sealing surface of the support and the sealing ring is sealingly matched, the sealing property is ensured, the connection stability is high, and the support and the sealing ring are not prone to falling off and failure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a sealing ring, a sealing valve structure, a dual-stage water flow servo valve, and a gas water heater. Background Technology

[0002] Gas water heaters are common household appliances that heat cold water by burning gas. To meet people's demands for a better bathing experience, constant temperature control has become a primary requirement for gas water heater temperature control. To achieve precise control of the outlet water temperature and improve user experience, existing gas water heaters typically use water flow sensors, shape memory alloy water flow sensors, or water flow servo valves to regulate the water flow, thereby ensuring a stable inlet water flow and achieving a precise, constant water temperature.

[0003] The water flow sensor ensures stable flow by cutting the water flow through impeller rotation, but it does not have the function of reducing the inlet water flow.

[0004] Shape memory alloy water flow sensors typically employ an embedded titanium-nickel alloy wire wound into a helical spring structure. By sensing the inlet water temperature, they pre-adjust the inlet water flow rate to ensure the outlet water temperature is as close as possible to the preset temperature. However, during repeated temperature-controlled deformation (contraction / expansion), the movement of the martensitic phase transformation front of the nickel-titanium shape memory alloy wire spring can cause cumulative damage, leading to a decrease in the material's elastic modulus. After long-term use, the spring's contraction force decreases by ≥15%, and the water temperature adjustment response delay can reach more than 3 seconds. Furthermore, in winter when the inlet water temperature is low, the shape memory alloy relies on the water temperature to deform autonomously and cannot actively predict flow changes. Excessively reducing the inlet water flow rate results in a smaller outlet water flow rate, affecting the user experience.

[0005] The water flow servo valve uses a stepper motor to adjust the opening in multiple stages, working in conjunction with a gas proportional valve to achieve precise water temperature and flow stability, thus improving the user experience. However, this component has a complex manufacturing process and high cost. Under the impact of water flow, the connection stability of its sealing rings and other components is easily affected, potentially causing damage to the sealing rings and impacting the user experience. Furthermore, the sealing ring material has poor water resistance and weather resistance, and is not environmentally friendly, thereby affecting the product's market competitiveness.

[0006] Therefore, there is an urgent need to design a sealing ring, a sealing valve structure, a dual-stage water flow servo valve, and a gas water heater to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0007] The purpose of this utility model is to propose a sealing ring, a sealing valve structure, a dual-stage water flow servo valve, and a gas water heater. The dual-stage water flow servo valve can ensure a stable inlet water flow and can adjust the inlet water flow according to usage requirements. In addition, the sealing ring has high connection stability and good environmental performance.

[0008] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0009] A sealing ring is made of EPDM material; the sealing ring includes a first annular vertical surface, a first flat surface, a second annular vertical surface, a spherical sealing surface, a third annular vertical surface, and a second flat surface arranged sequentially from the outside to the inside, the first annular vertical surface, the first flat surface, and the second annular vertical surface forming a locking groove, the locking groove engaging with a solenoid valve push rod assembly.

[0010] As an optional technical solution for the aforementioned sealing ring, the connecting surface between the second annular surface and the third annular surface forms a spherical sealing surface.

[0011] As an optional technical solution for the aforementioned sealing ring, the third annular vertical surface and the second plane form a U-shaped diaphragm cavity, a central positioning hole is provided at the center of the second plane, and a side positioning hole is provided on each side of the central positioning hole.

[0012] To achieve this objective, the present invention also adopts the following technical solution:

[0013] A sealing valve structure, comprising:

[0014] The aforementioned sealing ring; and,

[0015] The bracket is coaxial with and detachably connected to the sealing ring, and the bracket is sealed in conjunction with the spherical sealing surface of the sealing ring.

[0016] As an optional technical solution for the above-mentioned sealing valve structure, the sealing ring is provided with a central positioning hole at its center, and the bracket is provided with a central positioning post at its center. The central positioning post is inserted into the central positioning hole. The end surface of the central positioning post is provided with at least two anti-detachment protrusions along its circumferential direction. The anti-detachment protrusions are used to prevent the sealing ring from falling off the bracket.

[0017] As an optional technical solution for the above-mentioned sealing valve structure, a side positioning hole is provided on each side of the central positioning hole, and a side positioning post is provided on each side of the central positioning post, with the two side positioning posts respectively connected to the two side positioning holes one by one.

[0018] The end of the central positioning post is umbrella-shaped, and the lower part of the end is provided with a first groove, which is assembled and fixed with the central positioning hole.

[0019] The end of the side positioning post is umbrella-shaped, and the lower part of the end is provided with a second groove, which is assembled and fixed with the side positioning hole.

[0020] To achieve this objective, the present invention also adopts the following technical solution:

[0021] A two-stage water flow servo valve, comprising:

[0022] The servo valve body has an inlet and an outlet, and an inlet chamber is provided inside the servo valve body. The inlet is connected to the inlet chamber, and a first inlet hole and a second inlet hole are provided between the outlet and the inlet chamber.

[0023] A solenoid valve push rod assembly is connected to the servo valve body. The solenoid valve push rod assembly and the outlet are located at opposite ends of the servo valve body along a first direction. When the solenoid valve push rod assembly is energized, it can close the two-stage inlet holes, so that the outlet is connected to the inlet chamber only through the first-stage inlet hole. When the solenoid valve push rod assembly is not energized, the two-stage inlet holes can open, so that the outlet is connected to the inlet chamber through the first-stage inlet hole and the two-stage inlet holes respectively; and...

[0024] As described above, the sealing valve structure is disposed between the servo valve body and the solenoid valve push rod assembly. The sealing valve structure is configured to block or open the two-stage water inlet holes under the drive of the solenoid valve push rod assembly. The sealing ring is disposed close to the servo valve body along the first direction, and the bracket is disposed close to the solenoid valve push rod assembly along the first direction. The end face of the sealing ring facing the solenoid valve push rod assembly is provided with the locking groove, and the solenoid valve push rod assembly is provided with a locking boss that engages with the locking groove.

[0025] As an optional technical solution for the above-mentioned dual-stage water flow servo valve, a diaphragm cavity is formed between the sealing ring and the bracket; the two ends of the second guide hole are respectively connected to the diaphragm cavity and the first-stage water inlet hole.

[0026] To achieve this objective, the present invention also adopts the following technical solution:

[0027] A gas water heater includes the aforementioned dual-stage water flow servo valve.

[0028] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has at least the following technical effects:

[0029] The sealing ring disclosed in this utility model is made of EPDM material. The sealing ring includes, from the outside in, a first annular vertical surface, a first flat surface, a second annular vertical surface, a spherical sealing surface, a third annular vertical surface, and a second flat surface. The first annular vertical surface, the first flat surface, and the second annular vertical surface form a locking groove, which engages with the solenoid valve push rod assembly. The sealing ring made of EPDM material has excellent weather resistance, water resistance, steam resistance, and chemical resistance, as well as excellent elasticity and low compression set. It is also non-toxic, odorless, and environmentally friendly. The sealing ring's engagement with the solenoid valve push rod assembly via the locking groove ensures high connection stability and prevents detachment or failure even after long-term use, thus improving the user experience.

[0030] The valve structure disclosed in this utility model includes a sealing ring and a bracket. The bracket and the sealing ring are coaxial and detachably connected, and the spherical sealing surface of the bracket and the sealing ring are in a sealing fit. Through the spherical sealing surface, the sealing ring can better form a sealing fit with the bracket, ensuring sealing performance, high connection stability, and preventing detachment and failure during long-term use.

[0031] The dual-stage water flow servo valve disclosed in this utility model includes a servo valve body, a solenoid valve push rod assembly, and the aforementioned sealing valve structure. The servo valve body has an inlet and an outlet, and an inlet chamber is provided inside the servo valve body. The inlet is connected to the inlet chamber, and a first-stage inlet hole and a second-stage inlet hole are provided between the outlet and the inlet chamber. The solenoid valve push rod assembly is connected to the servo valve body, and the solenoid valve push rod assembly and the outlet are located at opposite ends of the servo valve body along a first direction. When the water demand is low, the solenoid valve push rod assembly, when energized, can close the second-stage inlet hole, so that the outlet is only connected to the inlet chamber through the first-stage inlet hole. At this time, only the first-stage inlet hole carries water, resulting in a small water flow rate. When the water demand is low, the second-stage inlet hole is closed after the solenoid valve push rod assembly is energized, so that the outlet is only connected to the inlet chamber through the first-stage inlet hole. In this case, only the first-stage inlet hole carries water, resulting in a small water flow rate. When the demand is high, the two-stage water inlet holes can open when the solenoid valve push rod assembly is not energized, allowing the outlet to connect to the water inlet chamber through the first and second stage water inlets respectively. At this time, water can flow through both the first and second stage water inlets simultaneously, resulting in a large water flow rate. A sealing valve structure is located between the servo valve body and the solenoid valve push rod assembly. This sealing valve structure is configured to block or open the two-stage water inlet holes under the drive of the solenoid valve push rod assembly. A sealing ring is positioned close to the servo valve body along the first direction, and a bracket is positioned close to the solenoid valve push rod assembly along the first direction. The end face of the sealing ring facing the solenoid valve push rod assembly has a locking groove, and the solenoid valve push rod assembly has a locking boss that engages with the locking groove. This dual-stage water flow servo valve uses a solenoid valve structure instead of a stepper motor to achieve two-stage control of water flow, ensuring stable water flow and post-processing adjustment of water flow. It can also adjust the inlet flow rate according to usage requirements, and at a lower cost. The sealing ring of the sealing valve structure has good connection stability and is not easily detached.

[0032] The gas water heater disclosed in this utility model includes the aforementioned dual-stage water flow servo valve, which provides stable water flow, lower cost, and strong product competitiveness. Attached Figure Description

[0033] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this utility model will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the content of the embodiments of this utility model and these drawings without creative effort.

[0034] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the assembly of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model.

[0035] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the servo valve body of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0036] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the servo valve body of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model.

[0037] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the servo valve body of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0038] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the servo valve body of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 3 ;

[0039] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing ring structure of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0040] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing ring structure of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0041] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bracket for the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0042] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bracket for the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0043] Figure 10 This is an exploded view of the water turbine assembly of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model.

[0044] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of the assembly of the solenoid valve push rod assembly of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model.

[0045] Figure 12 This is a cross-sectional view of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model when the solenoid valve is energized.

[0046] Figure 13 This is a cross-sectional view of the dual-stage water flow servo valve provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model when the solenoid valve is not energized.

[0047] In the picture:

[0048] 100. Servo valve body; 101. Inlet; 102. Outlet; 103. First-stage inlet; 104. Second-stage inlet; 105. Temperature probe hole;

[0049] 1. Inlet pipe; 1a. Outlet end; 2. Outlet pipe; 3. Mounting base; 4. Blocking part; 5. Filter screen; 110. Hall element holder; 120. Hall element; 130. Epoxy potting compound; 140. First pin hole; 150. First pin; 160. First assembly groove; 170. Positioning step; 180. Clamp groove; 190. Clamp; 1910. Third assembly groove; 210. Temperature sensor holder; 220. Temperature sensor; 230. O-ring; 240. Pressure plate; 250. Second pin hole; 260. Second pin; 270. Temperature probe hole; 280. Second assembly groove; 410. First partition plate; 420. Second partition plate; 430. Third partition plate; 440. Sealing valve surface; 450. Rotating step;

[0050] 200. Solenoid valve push rod assembly; 15. Solenoid valve; 16. Second sleeve; 17. Magnetic rod; 18. Bearing; 19. Spring; 20. Pressing plate; 21. Top cap; 22. Rotary cap;

[0051] 300. Water turbine assembly; 6. First sleeve; 7. Flow divider blades; 8. Friction reducing components; 9. Magnetic rotor; 10. Flow stabilizer plate; 11. Protrusion; 12. Rotary groove;

[0052] 400. Valve structure; 13. Sealing ring; 14. Bracket; 131. First annular facet; 132. First plane; 133. Second annular facet; 134. Spherical sealing surface; 135. Third annular facet; 136. Second plane; 137. Central positioning hole; 138. Side positioning hole; 139. Locking groove; 1310. Diaphragm cavity; 141. Central positioning post; 142. Anti-detachment protrusion; 143. Side positioning post; 144. First groove; 145. First gathering groove; 146. First guide hole; 147. Second groove; 148. Second gathering groove; 149. Second guide hole. Detailed Implementation

[0053] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a full understanding of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0054] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0055] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0056] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0057] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0058] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0059] This embodiment discloses a dual-stage water flow servo valve. The dual-stage water flow servo valve uses a solenoid valve structure instead of the stepper motor in the prior art, and uses two-stage control of water flow to ensure stable water flow and post-position adjustment of water flow.

[0060] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, the dual-stage water flow servo valve in this embodiment includes a servo valve body 100 and a solenoid valve push rod assembly 200. The servo valve body 100 has an inlet 101 and an outlet 102. An inlet chamber is provided inside the servo valve body 100, and the inlet 101 is connected to the inlet chamber. A first-stage inlet hole 103 and a second-stage inlet hole 104 are provided between the outlet 102 and the inlet chamber. The solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 is connected to the servo valve body 100, and the solenoid valve push rod... The rod assembly 200 and the outlet 102 are located at the two ends of the servo valve body 100 along the first direction ab, respectively. When the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 is energized, it can close the two-stage water inlet hole 104 so that the outlet 102 is connected to the water inlet chamber only through the first-stage water inlet hole 103. When the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 is not energized, the two-stage water inlet hole 104 can be opened so that the outlet 102 is connected to the water inlet chamber through the first-stage water inlet hole 103 and the two-stage water inlet hole 104, respectively.

[0061] When the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 is energized, it generates electromagnetic force to control the flow of fluid. When current passes through the electromagnetic coil, a magnetic field is generated, driving the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 to move, thereby closing the secondary inlet port 104. At this time, water can only enter from the primary inlet port 103, thus reducing the water flow rate and controlling the inlet flow rate within the range of 6.5L to 9.0L / min. When the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 is not energized, the secondary inlet port 104 is in the open state. At this time, water enters from both the primary inlet port 103 and the secondary inlet port 104 simultaneously. Under a water pressure of 0.1 to 0.5MPa, the water flow rate can reach 9.6 to 14.5L / min.

[0062] Specifically, the servo valve body 100 is generally shaped like a "7", including an inlet pipe 1, an outlet pipe 2, and a mounting base 3. The outlet pipe 2 extends along a first direction ab, and the inlet pipe 1 extends along a second direction cd. The inlet pipe 1 has an inlet 101, specifically, the lower end of the inlet pipe 1 has an inlet 101. One end of the outlet pipe 2 has an outlet 102, and the other end is fixedly connected to the mounting base 3. The solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 is connected to the mounting base 3. An inlet chamber is provided at the junction of the inlet pipe 1 and the outlet pipe 2, with the first direction ab perpendicular to the second direction cd. The side wall of the inlet pipe 1 has a Hall element seat 110 with a groove for mounting a Hall element 120 to accurately detect the magnetic signal of the water flow. The Hall element 120 is installed in the groove of the Hall element seat 110. After installation, it is sealed with epoxy potting compound 130. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4As shown, a temperature sensor holder 210 is provided on the side wall of the water outlet pipe 2. The temperature sensor holder 210 is located above the Hall element holder 110 and is used to fix the temperature sensor 220 to monitor the temperature of the water flow. To achieve a seal between the temperature sensor 220 and the temperature sensor holder 210, an O-ring 230 is provided in the temperature sensor holder 210 and fixed by a pressure plate 240.

[0063] Optionally, the inlet pipe 1, the outlet pipe 2, and the mounting base 3 are integrally molded, which is simple to process and low in cost.

[0064] Optionally, the outlet 102 and the Hall element holder 110 are not located on the same side to facilitate the core-pulling process during production.

[0065] Optionally, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the water inlet pipe 1 has first pin holes 140 on both sides of the water inlet 101. The first pin holes 140 are used to connect with the first pin 150 to connect other components. The water outlet pipe 2 has second pin holes 250 on both sides of the water outlet 102. The second pin holes 250 are used to connect with the second pin 260 to connect other components. Optionally, the first pin holes 140 and the second pin holes 250 can be either circular or square holes, depending on the actual situation. The cross-sectional shape of the first pin 150 and the second pin 260 should match the shape of the corresponding pin holes.

[0066] Based on temperature requirements, the dual-stage water flow servo valve can automatically adjust the output water flow rate at outlet 102. The aforementioned components of the dual-stage water flow servo valve work together to ensure accurate detection of parameters such as water flow rate and temperature. The signal processing circuit then converts the detection results into a usable signal output for precise temperature control. Optionally, an installation indicator arrow is provided on the outer wall of the servo valve body 100 to prevent incorrect installation.

[0067] Optionally, such as Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 5 As shown, a blocking part 4 is provided in the water inlet chamber, and a filter screen 5 is provided on the inner side of the blocking part 4. The central axis of the blocking part 4 and the central axis of the filter screen 5 are both parallel to the first direction ab. A section of water inlet hole 103 is provided on the side wall of the blocking part 4 facing the water outlet 1a of the water inlet pipe 1. Two sections of water inlet hole 104 are provided on the side of the blocking part 4 near the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200.

[0068] Optionally, both the blocking part 4 and the filter screen 5 are frustoconical structures, and the filter screen 5 is attached to the inner wall of the blocking part 4. In this structure, the top of the blocking part 4 along the first direction ab is a two-stage water inlet hole 104, and its top surface is a valve sealing surface 440, that is, a plane for opening or closing the two-stage water inlet hole 104. A water inlet hole 103 is opened on the side wall of the blocking part 4 along the second direction cd near the water inlet 101.

[0069] Optionally, such as Figure 4 As shown, each section of water inlet 103 has at least two inlets, and all section water inlets 103 are evenly spaced along the circumference, with the edges of each section water inlet 103 having a wavy curve. This dispersed inlet design avoids excessive water flow from impacting the components and allows the water flow rate to be controlled within the range of 6.5L to 9.0L / min. In this embodiment, four section water inlets 103 are provided. The wavy curve design achieves a smooth, circular transition edge, further reducing water flow impact and ensuring stable water output.

[0070] Optionally, one section of the water inlet hole 103 is shaped like a petal or leaf.

[0071] Optionally, such as Figure 5 As shown, at least two partition plates are provided between the blocking part 4 and the inner wall of the servo valve body 100 to divide the water inlet chamber into at least two chambers, namely the first chamber and the second chamber. The volume of the first chamber is smaller than the volume of the second chamber. The water outlet 1a of the water inlet pipe 1 is located in the first chamber. The edge of the water outlet 1a extends beyond the end face of the partition plate along the first direction ab, so that water can flow into the first chamber and the second chamber.

[0072] Optionally, the outlet end 1a of the water inlet pipe 1 is located at the center of the first chamber to ensure the uniformity of water output.

[0073] Optionally, the side wall of the servo valve body 100 is provided with a temperature probe hole 270 for inserting a temperature sensor 220. The temperature probe hole 270 is the inner opening of the temperature sensor seat 210, and the temperature probe hole 270 is located in the second chamber. The second chamber has a large volume and a large water capacity, which is beneficial for the temperature probe to detect the average water temperature and ensure detection accuracy.

[0074] In this embodiment, three partitions are provided: a first partition 410, a second partition 420, and a third partition 430. The first partition 410 and the second partition 420 form a first chamber, the second partition 420 and the third partition 430 form a second chamber, and the third partition 430 and the first partition 410 form a third chamber. Optionally, the first partition 410 and the second partition 420 form a 120° angle, the second partition 420 and the third partition 430 form a 150° angle, and the third partition 430 and the first partition 410 form a 90° angle. It is understood that the angles between any two partitions can be adjusted as needed, as long as the angle between the second partition 420 and the third partition 430 is greater than the angle between the first partition 410 and the second partition 420. The first partition plate 410, the second partition plate 420 and the third partition plate 430 have the same size along the first direction ab, and are all lower than the edge of the water outlet 1a, so that water can flow from the water outlet 1a of the water inlet pipe 1 into the three chambers.

[0075] In this embodiment, such as Figure 1 , Figures 6 to 9 As shown, the dual-stage water flow servo valve also includes a sealing valve structure 400, which is disposed between the servo valve body 100 and the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200. The sealing valve structure 400 includes a sealing ring 13 and a bracket 14. A spherical sealing surface 134 is formed on the sealing ring 13, and a central positioning hole 137 is provided at the center of the sealing ring 13. The bracket 14 is sealed and fitted with the spherical sealing surface 134. A central positioning post 141 is provided at the center of the bracket 14, and the central positioning post 141 is inserted and fitted with the central positioning hole 137. At least two anti-detachment protrusions 142 are provided on the end surface of the central positioning post 141 along its circumference. The anti-detachment protrusions 142 are used to prevent the sealing ring 13 from falling off the bracket 14.

[0076] Optionally, all the anti-detachment protrusions 142 are evenly distributed at equal intervals along the circumference of the central positioning post 141. This structure can improve the reliability of the connection between the sealing ring 13 and the bracket 14.

[0077] Optionally, the sealing ring 13 has an irregular structure, including a first annular surface 131, a first plane 132, a second annular surface 133, a spherical sealing surface 134, a third annular surface 135, and a second plane 136 arranged sequentially from the outside to the inside. The first annular surface 131, the first plane 132, and the second annular surface 133 form a locking groove 139, facilitating engagement with the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 and ensuring a tight seal. The connecting surface between the second annular surface 133 and the third annular surface 135 is designed as a spherical sealing surface 134, which better forms a sealing fit with the bracket 14, ensuring a tight seal. The third annular surface 135 and the second plane 136 form a U-shaped diaphragm cavity 1310, facilitating connection and assembly with the U-shaped frame on the bracket 14. The second plane 136 also has a central positioning hole 137, facilitating assembly with the central positioning post 141 on the bracket 14 and ensuring a stable and reliable connection. A side positioning hole 138 is provided on each side of the central positioning hole 137. Optionally, both the central positioning hole 137 and the side positioning hole 138 are circular holes, and the diameter of the side positioning hole 138 is smaller than the diameter of the central positioning hole 137.

[0078] Optionally, the sealing ring 13 is made of EPDM material.

[0079] Furthermore, the end of the central positioning post 141 is umbrella-shaped, and its lower part is provided with a first groove 144, which facilitates assembly and fixation with the central positioning hole 137 of the sealing ring 13 to avoid misalignment.

[0080] Furthermore, the "umbrella"-shaped end of the central positioning post 141 is provided with three anti-detachment protrusions 142, which can increase the roughness, increase the connection stability between the sealing ring 13 and the bracket 14, and prevent the sealing ring 13 from falling off.

[0081] Furthermore, the inner side of the central positioning post 141 is provided with a first gathering groove 145 and a first guide hole 146 that are connected. The first gathering groove 145 is opened on one side of the "umbrella"-shaped end, and the first guide hole 146 is opened on the other side. The end of the other side is tapered. The tapered structure can better disperse the bottom pressure and increase its stability.

[0082] Optionally, a side positioning post 143 is provided on each side of the central positioning post 141, and the two side positioning posts 143 are respectively connected to the two side positioning holes 138 one-to-one. The lower part of the side positioning post 143 is provided with a second groove 147, which facilitates the assembly and fixation with the side positioning holes 138 of the sealing ring 13, further increasing the connection stability of the sealing ring 13 and the bracket 14 and avoiding misalignment.

[0083] Furthermore, the side positioning post 143 located below the central positioning post 141 is provided with a connected second gathering groove 148 and a second guide hole 149, which can increase its drainage flow rate. The first gathering groove 145 and the second gathering groove 148 are positioned opposite each other to form a water flow discharge backflow. The two ends of the second guide hole 149 are respectively connected to the diaphragm cavity 1310 and a section of water inlet 103, so that water flows from the diaphragm cavity 1310 into the section of water inlet 103.

[0084] Optionally, the size of the side positioning post 143 is smaller than the size of the center positioning post 141, and the size of the side positioning post 143 can be matched with the size of the side positioning hole 138.

[0085] Optionally, such as Figure 5 As shown, the inner and outer sides of the sealing valve surface 440 of the blocking part 4 are provided with rounded chamfers to ensure the sealing performance when assembled with the sealing ring 13. The sealing valve surface 440 is provided with a rotating step 450 on the lower side along the first direction ab, which facilitates rotational positioning with the central positioning post 141 on the bracket 14 and avoids misalignment and poor sealing problems.

[0086] In this embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 10 As shown, the dual-stage water flow servo valve also includes a water turbine assembly 300, which is disposed inside the water inlet pipe 1. The water turbine assembly 300 includes a first sleeve 6, a flow divider blade 7, a friction reducing component 8, a magnetic rotor 9, and a flow stabilizing plate 10. The flow divider blade 7 is fixedly disposed inside the first sleeve 6 and located at one end near the water inlet 101. The magnetic rotor 9 is disposed inside the first sleeve 6 and located downstream of the flow divider blade 7. The flow stabilizing plate 10 is detachably connected to the other end of the first sleeve 6, i.e., the end away from the water inlet 101. The two ends of the magnetic rotor 9 are rotatably connected to the flow divider blade 7 and the flow stabilizing plate 10, respectively. A friction reducing component 8 is provided between the magnetic rotor 9 and the flow divider blade 7, and between the magnetic rotor 9 and the flow stabilizing plate 10, respectively, to reduce the friction and wear of the magnetic rotor 9 during rotation, thereby extending the service life of the magnetic rotor 9 and reducing production costs.

[0087] Optionally, the magnetic rotor 9 includes a rotating shaft and blades sleeved on the rotating shaft. The flow-dividing blades 7 have a central hole, and the flow-stabilizing plate 10 has a central groove. The two ends of the rotating shaft are rotatably connected to the central hole and the groove, respectively. A friction-reducing component 8 is provided between the rotating shaft and the bottom of the central hole, and another friction-reducing component 8 is provided between the rotating shaft and the bottom of the groove. By providing friction-reducing components 8 between the rotating shaft and the flow-dividing blades 7, and between the rotating shaft and the flow-stabilizing plate 10, friction and wear during shaft rotation can be effectively reduced, thereby extending the service life of the magnetic rotor 9. Further optionally, the friction-reducing component 8 is a sphere.

[0088] Optionally, the diverting blades 7 are designed with a curved shape, which helps to disperse the water flow and reduce water flow noise. The number of diverting blades 7 can be designed according to the actual situation; in this embodiment, there are five diverting blades 7.

[0089] Optionally, the diverter blade 7 and the first sleeve 6 are integrally molded using injection molding, so that the water entering the inlet pipe 1 is dispersed and the water flow is not abnormally large or small due to fluctuations in water volume or water pressure, thereby ensuring the stability of the water flow.

[0090] Optionally, the flow stabilizer 10 is used to disperse water flow and stabilize water pressure. The flow stabilizer 10 includes an end cap and flow stabilizers. The flow stabilizers are fixedly disposed on the side of the end cap facing the first sleeve 6. There are at least two flow stabilizers, and all flow stabilizers are evenly distributed along the circumference of the end cap. By setting the flow stabilizers, the water flow can be further dispersed, avoiding fluctuations in water volume or water pressure. The number of flow stabilizers can be selected according to the actual situation. In this embodiment, four flow stabilizers are provided.

[0091] Optionally, one of the first sleeve 6 and the flow stabilizer 10 is provided with a protrusion 11, and the other is provided with an L-shaped rotating groove 12, with the protrusion 11 and the rotating groove 12 being detachably connected. Specifically, when the first sleeve 6 and the flow stabilizer 10 are assembled, the first sleeve 6 and the flow stabilizer 10 are fastened by rotating the protrusion 11 into the L-shaped rotating groove 12. In this embodiment, the protrusion 11 is provided on the flow stabilizer 10, and the rotating groove 12 is provided on the first sleeve 6.

[0092] In this embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the water inlet pipe 1 has a first assembly groove 160 at the upper part of the water inlet 101, and the water outlet pipe 2 has a second assembly groove 280 with an O-ring at the water outlet 102. The first assembly groove 160 and the second assembly groove 280 form a mirror seal.

[0093] Optionally, a positioning step 170 is provided on the upper side of the first assembly groove 160 for fixing and positioning the assembly components. A clamp groove 180 is provided at the part connected to the positioning step 170, and a third assembly groove 1910 is provided on the upper side of the clamp groove 180 for installing the water turbine assembly 300.

[0094] In this embodiment, such as Figure 11As shown, the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 includes a solenoid valve 15, a second sleeve 16, a magnetic rod 17, a bearing 18, a spring 19, a pressure plate 20, and a top cap 21. The solenoid valve 15 is connected to the mounting base 3 via a flange. The second sleeve 16 is mounted on the solenoid valve 15. The magnetic rod 17 is installed inside the second sleeve 16. The bearing 18 is connected in parallel with the magnetic rod 17. The spring 19 is nested around the outer periphery of the bearing 18. The pressure plate 20 presses the spring 19 onto the bearing 18 and is then pressed and assembled onto the bearing 18 by the top cap 21. The second sleeve 16 is connected to the sealing valve structure 400. Specifically, the second sleeve 16 has a locking step, which engages with the locking groove 139 on the sealing ring 13 in the sealing valve structure 400, thereby achieving the connection between the air valve structure and the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200.

[0095] When the solenoid valve 15 is energized, it generates electromagnetic force to control the flow of fluid. When the current passes through the solenoid coil, a magnetic field is generated, which attracts the magnetic rod 17 and drives the bearing 18 to move, thereby opening or closing the sealing valve face 440. This controls the servo valve body 100 to switch back and forth between the first inlet 101 and the second inlet 101, thereby controlling the flow rate of the incoming water.

[0096] The assembly method of the dual-stage water flow servo valve in this embodiment will be described below.

[0097] A friction-reducing component 8 is installed in the center hole of the flow divider blade 7. The flow divider blade 7 and the first sleeve 6 are integrally molded and located at the lower part of the water inlet pipe 1. The magnetic rotor 9 is installed above the friction-reducing component 8. Another friction-reducing component 8 is embedded in the groove of the flow stabilizer plate 10. The protrusion 11 on the flow stabilizer plate 10 and the rotating groove 12 on the first sleeve 6 are assembled to form the water turbine assembly 300.

[0098] Furthermore, the servo valve body 100 is provided with a positioning step 170, and the assembled water wheel assembly 300 is embedded in the water inlet 101 of the servo valve body 100. It is pressed and fixed in the clamp groove 180 by the clamp 190 to ensure tightness and stability.

[0099] Furthermore, the frustum-shaped filter screen 5 is embedded inside the blocking part 4.

[0100] Furthermore, the second sleeve 16 is embedded in the central hole of the solenoid valve 15, and the nut 22 is connected to the second sleeve 16 to fix it on the solenoid valve 15.

[0101] Furthermore, the magnetic rod 17 is installed inside the second sleeve 16, the bearing 18 is connected in parallel with the magnetic rod 17, the spring 19 is nested on the bearing 18, and the pressing plate 20 is assembled on the bearing 18 by pressing the spring 19 and is pressed and connected to the bearing 18 by the top cap 21, forming the structure of the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200.

[0102] Furthermore, the sealing ring 13 and the bracket 14 are fixedly connected by the central positioning post 141 and the side positioning posts 143 on both sides to form a sealing valve structure 400, and are connected to the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 through the locking groove 139.

[0103] Furthermore, the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 and the servo valve body 100 are connected to the mounting base 3 via screw fastening flanges.

[0104] like Figure 12 As shown, the assembled dual-stage water flow servo valve generates electromagnetic force to control fluid flow after the solenoid valve 15 is energized. When current passes through the solenoid coil, a magnetic field is generated, attracting the magnetic rod 17 and driving the bearing 18 to move, thereby closing the sealing surface 440 of the second-stage inlet 104. At the same time, the water flow in the diaphragm chamber 1310 is discharged to the first-stage inlet 103 through the second guide hole 149 of the side positioning column 143. At this time, the water flow can only enter the outlet pipe 2 from the first-stage inlet 103, thereby achieving the effect of reducing the water flow rate and controlling the inlet flow rate in the range of 6.5L to 9.0L / min.

[0105] like Figure 13 As shown, when the solenoid valve 15 is not energized, the solenoid valve push rod assembly 200 does not move, and the sealing valve structure 400 opens the second-stage water inlet 104 under the push of the water flow. At this time, water enters the first-stage water inlet 103 and the second-stage water inlet 104 at the same time. Under a water pressure of 0.1 to 0.5 MPa, the water flow rate can reach 9.6 to 14.5 L / min.

[0106] This embodiment also provides a gas water heater including the aforementioned dual-stage water flow servo valve, thus possessing all the advantages of the aforementioned dual-stage water flow servo valve, which will not be repeated here. The derivation process of the beneficial effects of the gas water heater in this embodiment is largely similar to the derivation process of the beneficial effects of the aforementioned dual-stage water flow servo valve, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0107] Obviously, the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and the technical principles employed. Those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described herein, and various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions can be made without departing from the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, although the present invention has been described in detail through the above embodiments, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Many other equivalent embodiments may be included without departing from the concept of the present invention, and the scope of the present invention is determined by the scope of the appended claims.

[0108] Note that in the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "some embodiments," "other embodiments," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

Claims

1. A sealing ring, characterized in that, The sealing ring (13) is made of EPDM material; the sealing ring (13) includes a first annular surface (131), a first plane (132), a second annular surface (133), a spherical sealing surface (134), a third annular surface (135), and a second plane (136) arranged sequentially from the outside to the inside. The first annular surface (131), the first plane (132), and the second annular surface (133) form a locking groove (139), which engages with the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200).

2. The sealing ring according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting surface between the second annular facade (133) and the third annular facade (135) forms a spherical sealing surface (134).

3. The sealing ring according to claim 1, characterized in that, The third annular facade (135) and the second plane (136) form a U-shaped diaphragm cavity (1310). A central positioning hole (137) is provided at the center of the second plane (136), and a side positioning hole (138) is provided on each side of the central positioning hole (137).

4. A sealing valve structure, characterized in that, include: The sealing ring (13) as described in any one of claims 1-3; and, The bracket (14) is coaxial with the sealing ring (13) and detachably connected. The bracket (14) and the spherical sealing surface (134) of the sealing ring (13) are sealed together.

5. The sealing valve structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sealing ring (13) has a central positioning hole (137) at its center, and the bracket (14) has a central positioning post (141) at its center. The central positioning post (141) is inserted into the central positioning hole (137). The end surface of the central positioning post (141) has at least two anti-detachment protrusions (142) along its circumferential direction. The anti-detachment protrusions (142) are used to prevent the sealing ring (13) from falling off the bracket (14).

6. The sealing valve structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, A side positioning hole (138) is provided on each side of the central positioning hole (137), and a side positioning post (143) is provided on each side of the central positioning post (141). The two side positioning posts (143) are respectively connected to the two side positioning holes (138) one by one. The end of the central positioning post (141) is umbrella-shaped, and the lower part of the end is provided with a first groove (144), which is assembled and fixed with the central positioning hole (137). The end of the side positioning post (143) is umbrella-shaped, and the lower part of the end is provided with a second groove (147), which is assembled and fixed with the side positioning hole (138).

7. A dual-stage water flow servo valve, characterized in that, include: The servo valve body (100) has an inlet (101) and an outlet (102) on it. The servo valve body (100) has an inlet chamber inside it. The inlet (101) is connected to the inlet chamber. A first inlet hole (103) and a second inlet hole (104) are provided between the outlet (102) and the inlet chamber. A solenoid valve push rod assembly (200) is connected to the servo valve body (100). The solenoid valve push rod assembly (200) and the outlet (102) are located at opposite ends of the servo valve body (100) along a first direction. When the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200) is energized, it can close the two-stage inlet holes (104), so that the outlet (102) is connected to the inlet chamber only through the first-stage inlet hole (103). When the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200) is not energized, the two-stage inlet holes (104) can be opened, so that the outlet (102) is connected to the inlet chamber through the first-stage inlet hole (103) and the two-stage inlet holes (104) respectively; and, The sealing valve structure (400) as described in any one of claims 4-6 is disposed between the servo valve body (100) and the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200), and the sealing valve structure (400) is configured to block the two-stage water inlet hole (104) under the drive of the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200); the sealing ring (13) is disposed close to the servo valve body (100) along the first direction, the bracket (14) is disposed close to the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200) along the first direction, the sealing ring (13) has the locking groove (139) on its end face facing the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200), and the solenoid valve push rod assembly (200) has a locking boss that engages with the locking groove (139).

8. The dual-stage water flow servo valve according to claim 7, characterized in that, A diaphragm cavity (1310) is formed between the sealing ring (13) and the bracket (14); a central positioning post (141) is provided at the center of the bracket (14), and a side positioning post (143) is provided on each side of the central positioning post (141). A second guide hole (149) is provided in the side positioning post (143) located below the central positioning post (141). The two ends of the second guide hole (149) are respectively connected to the diaphragm cavity (1310) and the first section water inlet (103).

9. A gas water heater, characterized in that, Includes the dual-stage water flow servo valve as described in claim 7 or 8.

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