Simple ozone water faucet

Abstract

The application discloses a simple ozone faucet, comprising: an outer shell composed of an upper shell and a lower shell, a center pipe assembly, a circuit board and a power supply arranged in the outer shell; the center pipe assembly comprises a center pipe, an ozone module for generating ozone and a gas-water mixing structure for dissolving ozone are arranged in the center pipe, a water inlet and a water outlet are arranged at two ends of the center pipe respectively, and the water inlet is connected with a water valve; the ozone module and the power supply are electrically connected with the circuit board. Water flows into the center pipe from the water inlet, and the flow is controlled by the water valve; meanwhile, the circuit board controls the power supply to supply power to the ozone module, and the ozone module generates ozone; the ozone is fully mixed with the water flow through the gas-water mixing structure, ozone water is formed, and finally flows out from the water outlet; the outer shell protects the internal components, and the whole constitutes a complete ozone faucet system. The device covers the whole process of water inlet, ozone generation, gas-water mixing and water outlet, and can be directly replaced or installed on a traditional faucet for use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of ozone application technology, and in particular to a simple ozone faucet. Background Technology

[0002] Ozone disinfection has a wide range of applications and many application scenarios. Some scenarios require large amounts of high-concentration ozone water, such as food processing; others require small amounts of low-concentration ozone water, such as household cleaning. Currently, ozone is generated in two ways for disinfection: corona discharge and electrolysis. Corona discharge is more widely used and has been developed and applied for many years, while electrolysis has only recently begun to be developed and applied after breakthroughs in the production technology of boron-doped diamond thin film materials.

[0003] In scenarios such as household cleaning where small amounts of low-concentration ozone water are needed, ozone-generating faucets are a convenient and practical disinfection device. However, existing ozone faucets are typically complex in structure and bulky in design. Therefore, there is a need to design an ozone faucet with a simpler structure. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this application is to propose a simple ozone faucet, which aims to solve the problem that existing ozone faucets are usually structurally complex.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present application proposes a simple ozone faucet, comprising: an outer shell consisting of an upper shell and a lower shell, wherein a central tube assembly, a circuit board, and a power supply are disposed within the outer shell;

[0006] The central pipe assembly includes a central pipe, inside which is set an ozone module for generating ozone and a gas-water mixing structure for dissolving ozone. The two ends of the central pipe are respectively provided with an inlet and an outlet, and the inlet is connected to a water valve.

[0007] The ozone module and power supply are both electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0008] Optionally, the ozone module includes a proton exchange membrane, with electrode plates attached to both sides of the proton exchange membrane, and a charging plate attached to the side of each electrode plate.

[0009] Optionally, the electrode sheet is provided with a plurality of first through slots evenly distributed along a straight line, and the power supply sheet is provided with a second through slot at each of the first through slots.

[0010] Optionally, the gas-water mixing structure includes a main body, the ozone module is disposed inside the main body, and multiple parallel ozone channels are respectively disposed inside the main body on both sides corresponding to the ozone module. The multiple ozone channels are all connected to the ozone module. Water flow channels are respectively disposed inside the main body on both sides corresponding to the ozone module. The water flow channels are parallel to the ozone channels and are not connected to the ozone module.

[0011] Optionally, the main body is a cylindrical structure, and the main body is symmetrically divided into a first part and a second part with a semi-circular cross section about the ozone module.

[0012] Optionally, the central pipe includes an upper pipe and a lower pipe, which are respectively fitted onto both ends of the main body and are fixedly connected.

[0013] Optionally, the upper end of the central pipe passes through the upper housing, and a socket is provided on the side of the central pipe where it extends out of the upper housing. A pin is inserted into the socket, and a water passage hole coaxial with the central pipe is provided on the pin.

[0014] The lower end of the central pipe passes through the lower housing, and a fixing cylinder is threadedly connected to the side of the central pipe that extends out of the lower housing. The pin and the fixing cylinder abut against the upper housing and the lower housing respectively, and close the upper housing and the lower housing.

[0015] Optionally, an aerator is threadedly connected between the lower end of the central pipe and the fixed cylinder.

[0016] Optionally, an annular light strip is provided at the connection between the upper housing and the lower housing, and the light strip is connected to the circuit board.

[0017] Optionally, a control switch is provided on the side of the upper housing, and the control switch is electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0018] This application's technical solution utilizes an outer shell composed of an upper and lower housing. Inside the outer shell are a central tube assembly, a circuit board, and a power supply. The central tube assembly includes a central pipe containing an ozone module that generates ozone and a gas-water mixing structure for dissolving ozone. The central pipe has an inlet and an outlet at each end, with the inlet connected to a water valve. The ozone module and power supply are electrically connected to the circuit board. Water enters the central pipe through the inlet, and the flow rate is controlled by the water valve. Simultaneously, the circuit board controls the power supply to power the ozone module, which generates ozone. The ozone is thoroughly mixed with the water through the gas-water mixing structure to form ozone water, which ultimately flows out from the outlet. The outer shell protects the internal components, forming a complete ozone faucet system. This device covers the entire process from water intake, ozone generation, gas-water mixing, to water output. It can directly replace or be installed on traditional faucets. Its simple and compact structure integrates ozone generation with faucet functionality, eliminating the need for additional large equipment and making it suitable for home and other similar installation scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the simplified ozone faucet of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the explosion structure of the simplified ozone faucet of this application;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the simplified ozone faucet in this application;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the central tube assembly of the simplified ozone faucet in this application.

[0024] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0025] 1. Outer shell; 101. Upper shell; 102. Lower shell; 2. Central tube assembly; 210. Central pipe; 211. Upper pipe; 212. Lower pipe; 213. Socket; 220. Ozone module; 221. Proton exchange membrane; 222. Electrode plate; 223. Power supply plate; 224. First through slot; 225. Second through slot; 230. Gas-water mixing structure; 231. Main body; 232. Ozone channel; 233. Water flow channel; 3. Circuit board; 4. Power supply; 5. Magnetic interface; 6. Pin; 601. Water passage hole; 7. Fixing cylinder; 8. Bubble generator; 9. LED strip; 10. Control switch.

[0026] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0028] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly set on the other component; when a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to the other component.

[0029] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0030] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this application involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, if the word "and / or" appears throughout the text, it means including three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution that simultaneously satisfies A and B. Furthermore, the technical solutions of various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0031] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which this application can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this application, provided that they do not affect the effects and purposes that this application can produce.

[0032] Ozone disinfection has a wide range of applications and many application scenarios. Some scenarios require large amounts of high-concentration ozone water, such as food processing; others require small amounts of low-concentration ozone water, such as household cleaning. Currently, ozone is generated in two ways for disinfection: corona discharge and electrolysis. Corona discharge is more widely used and has been developed and applied for many years, while electrolysis has only recently begun to be developed and applied after breakthroughs in the production technology of boron-doped diamond thin film materials.

[0033] In scenarios such as household cleaning where small amounts of low-concentration ozone water are needed, ozone-generating faucets are a convenient and practical disinfection device. However, existing ozone faucets are typically complex in structure and bulky in design. Therefore, there is a need to design an ozone faucet with a simpler structure.

[0034] In view of this, this application proposes a simple ozone faucet.

[0035] In the embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 1 to 4 The aforementioned simple ozone water faucet includes: an outer shell 1 composed of an upper shell 101 and a lower shell 102; a central tube assembly 2, a circuit board 3, and a power supply 4 are disposed inside the outer shell 1; the central tube assembly 2 includes a central pipe 210, and an ozone water device is disposed inside the central pipe 210; the ozone water device includes an ozone module 220 for generating ozone and a gas-water mixing structure 230 for dissolving ozone; an inlet (upper end) and an outlet (lower end) are respectively disposed at both ends of the central pipe 210, and the inlet is connected to a water valve; the ozone module 220 and the power supply 4 are both electrically connected to the circuit board 3.

[0036] Specifically, water flows into the central pipe 210 through the inlet, and the flow rate is controlled by a water valve. Simultaneously, the circuit board 3 controls the power supply 4 to power the ozone module 220, which generates ozone. The ozone is then fully mixed with the water through the gas-water mixing structure 230 to form ozone water, which finally flows out from the outlet. The outer casing 1 protects the internal components, forming a complete ozone water faucet system. This device, through its integrated structural design, integrates ozone generation, gas-water mixing, and water flow control functions, transforming ordinary tap water into ozone water with disinfection capabilities after passing through the device.

[0037] Specifically, in this embodiment, the water valve can be a traditional faucet, or other similar water valves such as angle valves or mixing valves can be used; the power source 4 is a rechargeable battery, and a magnetic interface 5 is provided on the lower housing 102, which is electrically connected to the circuit board 3. Users can connect an external charging device through the magnetic interface 5 to charge the battery.

[0038] In this embodiment, the ozone module 220 includes a proton exchange membrane 221. Electrode sheets 222 are respectively attached to both sides of the proton exchange membrane 221, and charging sheets 223 are attached to the sides of the electrode sheets 222. The electrode sheets 222 are BDD electrode sheets 222. After the circuit board 3 supplies power, the charging sheets 223 conduct current to the electrode sheets 222. The electrode sheets 222 form an electrolytic environment on both sides of the proton exchange membrane 221, allowing specific ions, such as H+, to pass through. + This causes an electrolytic reaction to occur on the surface of electrode 222, generating ozone. Based on the principle of "ozone generation by electrolysis"—the proton exchange membrane 221, as an ion-conducting medium, can separate the ozone generated by electrolysis from other gases (such as hydrogen), reducing byproducts; the electrode 222 directly participates in the electrolytic reaction, ensuring stable current conduction to electrode 223 and improving ozone generation efficiency.

[0039] In this embodiment, multiple first through slots 224 are uniformly formed along a straight line on the electrode plate 222, and second through slots 225 are formed on the charging plate 223 at the corresponding positions of the first through slots 224. When water or ozone passes through the ozone module 220, it can flow through the first through slots 224 of the electrode plate 222 and the second through slots 225 of the charging plate 223, avoiding obstruction of the fluid by the electrode plate 222 and the charging plate 223. The through slot design provides a flow channel for the fluid (water or ozone) while ensuring the conductive area of ​​the electrode plate 222 and the charging plate 223, reducing fluid resistance. In addition, the through slots can increase the contact area between the water flow and the electrode plate 222, optimizing ion transport during the electrolysis process.

[0040] The working principle of the ozone module: An external power supply provides power through the connection of two electrode plates, forming a closed circuit. Two BDD electrode plates sandwich the proton exchange membrane, forming a series electrode structure with uniform current distribution. At the anode, water molecule dissociation, hydroxyl radical formation, and ozone generation occur; at the cathode, water molecule reduction to hydrogen gas occurs. The proton exchange membrane only allows H2O to pass through. + This maintains the charge balance between the two electrodes. Water molecules adsorb and dissociate on the BDD electrode surface, generating OH-. - and H + OH - The loss of electrons forms a hydroxyl radical (·OH). ·OH reacts with water molecules to generate ozone. The ozone is released into the water flow through the electrodes and the charging plate, where it is broken down and dissolved at the semi-circular ozone channel. The specific reaction formula is as follows:

[0041] Water molecules adsorb and dissociate: H₂O → OH⁻ - +H + ;

[0042] Hydroxyl radical formation: OH - -e - →·OH;

[0043] Ozone formation: 2·OH + H₂O → O₃ + 4H₂O + +4e - .

[0044] In this embodiment, the gas-water mixing structure 230 includes a main body 231, and an ozone module 220 is disposed inside the main body 231. Multiple parallel ozone channels 232 are respectively disposed inside the main body 231 corresponding to both sides of the ozone module 220. All ozone channels 232 are connected to the ozone module 220. Water flow channels 233 are respectively disposed inside the main body 231 corresponding to both sides of the ozone module 220. The water flow channels 233 are parallel to the ozone channels 232 and are not connected to the ozone module 220. After the water enters the main body 231, it splits into two paths. One part enters the central pipe 210 through the water flow channel 233, and the other part enters the ozone channel 232. The ozone module 220 electrolyzes the water to generate ozone and injects it into the ozone channel 232, allowing the ozone-containing water to enter the central pipe 210 through the ozone channel 232. Finally, the ozone water passing through the ozone channel 232 and the water passing through the water flow channel 233 mix rapidly as they enter the central pipe 210. The water entering the main body 231 is diverted through multiple ozone channels 232 and water flow channels 233. The multiple ozone channels 232 arranged in parallel disperse the water flow and increase the contact area with the ozone module 220, while also increasing the contact between ozone gas and water, thereby improving the mixing efficiency of ozone gas and water. In addition, by first diverting the water and then recombining it, the speed of the water flow is changed, and the ozone gas is allowed to fully contact the water, thereby improving the uniformity of the mixing.

[0045] In this embodiment, the main body 231 is a cylindrical structure, symmetrically divided into a first part and a second part with a semi-circular cross-section, centered on the ozone module 220. The first and second parts of the main body 231 are symmetrically joined together with the ozone module 220 as the center to form a complete cylindrical structure. After joining, the ozone channels 232 and water flow channels 233 on both sides are naturally aligned, forming a closed fluid path. The symmetrical structural design ensures that the flow channels on both sides of the ozone module 220 are evenly distributed, avoiding fluid deviation caused by structural asymmetry. The cylindrical main body 231 is adapted to the circular inner wall of the central pipe 210, facilitating installation and fixation, and the cylindrical structure of the main body 231 has a stronger pressure-bearing capacity.

[0046] In this embodiment, the central pipe 210 includes an upper pipe 211 and a lower pipe 212, which are respectively fitted onto both ends of the main body 231 and are fixedly connected. The upper pipe 211 and the lower pipe 212 are fitted onto both ends of the main body 231 and formed a complete central pipe 210 through a fixed connection (such as threads or snaps). Water flows into the upper pipe 211 from the inlet, flows through the flow channel inside the main body 231, and then flows from the lower pipe 212 to the outlet. Dividing the central pipe 210 into upper and lower parts and fixing the main body 231 by fitting them together ensures the integrity of the water flow channel 233 and facilitates the disassembly and maintenance of the main body 231 and its internal components.

[0047] In this embodiment, the upper end of the central pipe 210 passes through the upper housing 101, and a socket 213 is provided at the position where the central pipe 210 extends out of the upper housing 101. A pin 6 is inserted into the socket 213, and a water passage hole 601 coaxial with the central pipe 210 is provided on the pin 6. The lower end of the central pipe 210 passes through the lower housing 102, and a fixing cylinder 7 is threadedly connected at the position where the central pipe 210 extends out of the lower housing 102. The pin 6 and the fixing cylinder 7 abut against the upper housing 101 and the lower housing 102 respectively, and close the upper housing 101 and the lower housing 102. The pin 6 is inserted into the insertion hole 213 at the upper end of the central pipe 210, and its water passage hole 601 ensures water flow. At the same time, the pin 6 abuts against the outside of the upper housing 101. The fixing cylinder 7 is threadedly connected to the lower end of the central pipe 210 and abuts against the outside of the lower housing 102. Through the combined action of the pin 6 and the fixing cylinder 7, the upper housing 101 and the lower housing 102 are tightly closed and fixed.

[0048] In this embodiment, an aerator 8 is threadedly connected between the lower end of the central pipe 210 and the fixed cylinder 7. After the ozone water flows out from the lower end of the central pipe 210, it first passes through the aerator 8, which disperses the water flow and mixes in air, forming a gentle water flow containing bubbles, before flowing out through the fixed cylinder 7. The aerator 8 refines the water flow through a mesh or porous structure, allowing the water flow to mix with air and reducing the impact force of the water flow; at the same time, the generation of bubbles can further promote the dissolution of residual ozone in the water.

[0049] In this embodiment, a ring-shaped light strip 9 is provided at the connection between the upper housing 101 and the lower housing 102, and the light strip 9 is connected to the circuit board 3. The circuit board 3 controls the light strip 9 to light up, turn off, or change color according to the working status of the ozone module 220. The light from the light strip 9 shines through the connection between the upper and lower housings 102, visually indicating whether the device is generating ozone water, thus visualizing the working status. In addition, the light strip 9 also serves a decorative purpose, making the overall device more aesthetically pleasing.

[0050] In this embodiment, a control switch 10 is provided on the side of the upper housing 101, and the control switch 10 is electrically connected to the circuit board 3. The user sends a command to the circuit board 3 by operating the control switch 10 on the side of the upper housing 101; the circuit board 3 controls the power supply 4 to supply power to the ozone module 220 according to the command, thereby realizing the start and stop of ozone generation.

[0051] This application's technical solution utilizes an outer shell composed of an upper and lower housing. Inside the outer shell are a central tube assembly, a circuit board, and a power supply. The central tube assembly includes a central pipe, within which is an ozone water device. This ozone water device comprises an ozone module that generates ozone and a gas-water mixing structure that dissolves ozone. The central pipe has an inlet and an outlet at each end, with the inlet connected to a water valve. The ozone module and power supply are electrically connected to the circuit board. Water enters the central pipe through the inlet, and the flow rate is controlled by the water valve. Simultaneously, the circuit board controls the power supply to power the ozone module, which generates ozone. The ozone is thoroughly mixed with the water through the gas-water mixing structure to form ozone water, which ultimately flows out from the outlet. The outer shell protects the internal components, forming a complete ozone water faucet system. This device covers the entire process from water intake, ozone generation, gas-water mixing, to water output. It can directly replace or be installed on traditional faucets. Its simple and compact structure integrates ozone generation with faucet functionality, eliminating the need for additional large equipment and making it suitable for home and other similar installation scenarios.

[0052] The above description is merely an optional embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive concept of this application and the contents of the specification and drawings of this application, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A simple ozone faucet, characterized in that, include: An outer shell consisting of an upper shell and a lower shell, wherein a central tube assembly, a circuit board, and a power supply are disposed within the outer shell; The central pipe assembly includes a central pipe, inside which is set an ozone module for generating ozone and a gas-water mixing structure for dissolving ozone. The two ends of the central pipe are respectively provided with an inlet and an outlet, and the inlet is connected to a water valve. The ozone module and power supply are both electrically connected to the circuit board.

2. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ozone module includes a proton exchange membrane, with electrode plates attached to both sides of the proton exchange membrane, and a charging plate attached to the side of each electrode plate.

3. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The electrode sheet has multiple first through slots evenly formed along a straight line, and the power supply sheet has second through slots formed at the corresponding positions of the first through slots.

4. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The gas-water mixing structure includes a main body, with the ozone module disposed inside the main body. Multiple parallel ozone channels are arranged inside the main body on both sides corresponding to the ozone module, and all ozone channels are connected to the ozone module. Water flow channels are arranged inside the main body on both sides corresponding to the ozone module, and the water flow channels are parallel to the ozone channels and are not connected to the ozone module.

5. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The main body is a cylindrical structure, and it is symmetrically divided into a first part and a second part with a semi-circular cross-section, centered on the ozone module.

6. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The central pipe includes an upper pipe and a lower pipe, which are respectively fitted onto both ends of the main body and are fixedly connected.

7. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the central pipe passes through the upper housing, and a socket is provided on the side of the central pipe where it extends out of the upper housing. A pin is inserted into the socket, and a water passage hole coaxial with the central pipe is provided on the pin. The lower end of the central pipe passes through the lower housing, and a fixing cylinder is threadedly connected to the side of the central pipe that extends out of the lower housing. The pin and the fixing cylinder abut against the upper housing and the lower housing respectively, thereby closing the upper housing and the lower housing.

8. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 7, characterized in that, An aerator is threadedly connected between the lower end of the central pipe and the fixed cylinder.

9. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, An annular light strip is provided at the connection between the upper housing and the lower housing, and the light strip is connected to the circuit board.

10. The simple ozone faucet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A control switch is provided on the side of the upper housing, and the control switch is electrically connected to the circuit board.

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