A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion

Abstract

This utility model relates to a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion, belonging to the technical field of pipeline water supply equipment. It involves installing diverting valves above the branches of the water distributor and the branches of the water collector. Each diverting valve includes a valve body and a valve stem. A ball core is installed inside the valve body, and the ball core can rotate within the valve body. This allows the water distributor device of this application to integrate multi-channel diversion functions. The rotation of the ball enables flexible switching of the medium flow direction, reducing fluid resistance by approximately 30% compared to traditional water distributors. Simultaneously, a first valve seat and a second valve seat are provided within the valve body. The first valve seat is installed on top of the ball core, and the second valve seat is installed at the bottom of the ball core. The first and second valve seats are elastically supported and utilize a pressure self-sealing effect. That is, the pressure of the flowing medium further pushes the second valve seat to press against the ball core. The higher the internal pressure of the system, the greater the sealing specific pressure, and the better the sealing effect, thereby achieving high sealing performance within the water distributor device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline water supply equipment technology, and more particularly to a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion. Background Technology

[0002] In fluid transport systems, manifolds are key devices for fluid diversion and distribution, widely used in underfloor heating, tap water supply, and temperature control. With rising living standards and industrial development, higher demands are being placed on manifolds in terms of performance, lifespan, and ease of operation.

[0003] However, existing water distributors still have many defects and problems, which limit their further promotion and application: Existing water distributors are made of copper using a casting process. First, copper is expensive. Second, depending on the usage scenario, it is prone to rusting, bending, and clogging. Due to the material properties of copper, its crystal structure is face-centered cubic, with many slip systems and low slip resistance. When subjected to force, atoms are prone to slip deformation, making it difficult to resist plastic deformation caused by bending, thus limiting its bending resistance. In addition, the existing copper casting process is prone to deformation and bending when producing pipes with more than 5 channels, limiting its application range. At the same time, the existing water distributors use a simple sealing structure design, with high friction coefficient and insufficient elasticity of the sealing components, making it difficult to balance smooth rotation and sealing performance.

[0004] In conclusion, there is an urgent need for a water distributor device to control fluid flow and solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion. It solves the problems of existing water distributors made of copper using a casting process. Firstly, copper is expensive. Secondly, depending on the application, it is prone to rusting, bending, and clogging. Due to the material properties of copper, its crystal structure is face-centered cubic, with many slip systems and low slip resistance. Under stress, atoms easily undergo slip deformation, making it difficult to resist plastic deformation caused by bending, thus limiting its bending resistance. Furthermore, existing copper casting processes are prone to deformation and bending when producing pipes with five or more channels, limiting their application. Additionally, existing water distributors use a simple sealing structure design, with high friction coefficients and insufficient elasticity in the sealing components, making it difficult to balance smooth rotation and sealing performance.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion, comprising a water distributor branch, a water collector branch, a fixed bracket and reinforcing ribs, wherein reinforcing ribs are fixedly installed on the outer walls of the water distributor branch and the water collector branch, and the reinforcing ribs enhance the bending resistance of the pipe body.

[0007] The water distributor branch and the water collector branch are fixedly installed on the fixed bracket, and are installed on a fixed building through the fixed bracket. The water distributor branch is located at the top of the fixed bracket, and the water collector branch is installed at the bottom of the fixed bracket. The product has a lightweight design and can meet the usage needs of different scenarios.

[0008] Each of the water distributor branch and the water collector branch is equipped with an air vent valve. The air vent valve includes a connector, and the water distributor branch and the water collector branch are connected to the air vent valve through the connector. The air vent valve body is installed above the connector, and a fastener is movably installed below the air vent valve body. An air vent hole is fixedly installed on one side of the air vent valve body, and a knob is fixedly installed on the top of the air vent valve body, allowing the air vent valve to be adjusted 360 degrees to meet the needs of different scenarios.

[0009] A water distribution valve is installed above the water distributor branch and the water collector branch, respectively. The water distribution valve includes a valve body and a valve stem. A ball core is installed inside the valve body. The ball core can rotate inside the valve body. The ball core has a through hole. When the axis of the ball core through hole is the same as the axis of the valve body, water can flow through the ball core. When the axis of the ball core through hole is perpendicular to the axis of the valve body, the water flow is blocked by the ball core. The flow rate is large, the resistivity is low, and the temperature and water flow can be quickly adjusted.

[0010] A connecting groove is provided on one side of the ball core, and the ball core is connected to the valve stem through the connecting groove; a plug block is provided at the end of the valve stem near the ball core, the plug block engages with the connecting groove, a connecting rod is fixedly installed at the end of the plug block away from the ball core, and an actuator is connected to the end of the connecting rod away from the ball core.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the connecting rod is provided with symmetrically distributed slots on both sides, and the actuator is provided with a corresponding groove inside, the slots engaging with the grooves.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the actuator includes a handle, on both sides of which are symmetrically distributed rough areas. An arrow is engraved on the top plane of the handle, with the word "OFF" engraved at one end and the word "ON" engraved at the other end. A limit groove is provided on the side of the actuator near the connecting rod.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the overall length of the limiting groove is set to 90 degrees of the circumference to strictly ensure the rotation angle.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a fixing seat is fitted on the outer wall of the connecting rod, the fixing seat is fixedly connected to the valve body, and a limiting block is fixedly installed below the fixing seat, the limiting block being disposed inside the limiting groove.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a first sealing ring and a second sealing ring are provided between the connecting rod and the fixed base, adopting a multi-seal combination design. The first sealing ring and the second sealing ring are made of materials with low friction coefficient and high elasticity to ensure smooth rotation and reliable sealing.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a connecting thread is fixedly connected to the lower part of the valve body, and a fixing nut is installed on the outside of the connecting thread.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the valve stem and the actuator are connected by a square tenon or spline joint.

[0018] In a preferred embodiment of this invention, a first valve seat and a second valve seat are disposed within the valve body. The first valve seat is mounted on the top of the ball core, and the second valve seat is mounted on the bottom of the ball core. The first and second valve seats are elastically supported and are movably connected to the valve body.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the pipe bodies of the water distributor branch and the water collector branch are integrally formed from 304 stainless steel under high pressure, and all metal parts are made of stainless steel.

[0020] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the first valve seat and the second valve seat are made of modified polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) composite material.

[0021] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, one end of the water distributor branch and the water collector branch are respectively provided with a connection port, which can be connected to the external pipeline.

[0022] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the actuator can be manually controlled or automatically controlled using an electromagnetic actuator.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0024] 1. This utility model discloses a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion. A diversion valve is installed above the water distributor branch and the water collector branch, respectively. Each diversion valve includes a valve body and a valve stem. A ball core is installed inside the valve body, and the ball core can rotate within the valve body. This allows the water distributor device of this application to integrate multi-channel diversion functionality. The rotation of the ball enables flexible switching of the medium flow direction, reducing fluid resistance by approximately 30% compared to traditional water distributors. Simultaneously, a first valve seat and a second valve seat are provided within the valve body. The first valve seat is installed on top of the ball core, and the second valve seat is installed at the bottom of the ball core. The first and second valve seats are elastically supported and utilize a pressure self-sealing effect. That is, the pressure of the flowing medium further pushes the second valve seat to press against the ball core. The higher the internal pressure of the system, the greater the sealing specific pressure, and the better the sealing effect, thereby achieving high sealing performance within the water distributor device.

[0025] 2. The water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion shown in this utility model has a first sealing ring and a second sealing ring between the connecting rod and the fixed base. The device adopts a multi-seal combination design. The first and second sealing rings are made of materials with low friction coefficient and high elasticity, which serve as self-lubricating sealing rings to ensure smooth rotation and reliable sealing. They can maintain a low friction coefficient even in the absence of lubricant and have a lifespan more than twice that of existing products.

[0026] 3. The water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion shown in this utility model improves the temperature resistance to 150℃ by setting the valve seat to be made of modified polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) composite material, thus solving the problem of easy aging of traditional sealing materials under high temperature conditions.

[0027] 4. The water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion shown in this utility model eliminates the gap between the valve stem and the actuator by setting the valve stem and the actuator to be connected by a square tenon or spline, thereby achieving real-time control.

[0028] 5. The water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion disclosed in this utility model increases friction and improves rotation efficiency by symmetrically distributed rough areas on both sides of the handle. An arrow is engraved on the top plane of the handle, with "OFF" engraved at one end and "ON" at the other. A limit groove is provided on the side of the actuator near the connecting rod, and a limit block is fixedly installed below the fixed base, with the limit block located inside the limit groove. A perceptible limit block is placed at the end of the handle's rotation path, making the switch position and rotation direction clear, providing a clear and precise operating feel, and preventing excessive rotation.

[0029] 6. This utility model discloses a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion. The pipe bodies of the water distributor branches and water collector branches are integrally manufactured using 304 stainless steel under high pressure. All metal parts are made of stainless steel. Compared to copper water distributor devices, this improves the bending resistance of the pipe body, reduces rust, extends service life, and reduces cost. Furthermore, because stainless steel has a lower density than copper, this device is lightweight compared to existing water distributor devices, meeting the needs of various applications. Reinforcing ribs are fixedly installed on its outer wall, ensuring high pressure resistance while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance. This further enhances the strength of the pipe bodies of the water distributor branches and water collector branches, preventing bending and blockage. The application of the integral high-pressure molding process also ensures high product quality and prevents bending when producing pipe bodies with five or more channels. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a front view schematic diagram of the air vent valve in a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to this utility model;

[0032] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the water distribution valve in a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to this utility model.

[0033] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the water distribution valve in a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to this utility model (without valve body and fixing seat).

[0034] Figure 5 This is a front view of the water distribution valve in a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to this utility model (without valve body and fixing seat).

[0035] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure;

[0036] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the actuator and the fixed base in a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to this utility model.

[0037] In the diagram: 1. Diverter branch; 2. Fixed bracket; 3. Connection port; 4. Air vent valve; 41. Knob; 42. Air vent; 43. Air vent valve body; 44. Fastener; 45. Connector; 5. Actuator; 51. Rough area; 52. Arrow; 53. "OFF" marking; 54. "ON" marking; 55. Handle; 56. Limiting groove; 57. Groove; 6. Fixing nut; 7. Connecting thread; 8. Valve body; 9. Reinforcing rib; 10. Collector branch; 11. Ball core; 111. Connecting groove; 12. First valve seat; 13. Second valve seat; 14. Valve stem; 141. Insert block; 142. Connecting rod; 143. First sealing ring; 144. Second sealing ring; 145. Slot; 15. Fixed seat; 151. Limiting block; 16. Snap ring. Detailed Implementation

[0038] First, it should be noted that in different described embodiments, the same components are given the same reference numerals or the same component names. The disclosure contained throughout this specification can be applied semantically to the same components having the same reference numerals or the same component names. The location descriptions selected in the specification, such as upper, lower, lateral, etc., also refer to the directly described and illustrated figures and are semantically applied to the new location when the location changes.

[0039] Example 1:

[0040] Please refer to a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion. Figure 1-7 It includes a water distributor branch 1, a water collector branch 10, a fixed bracket 2, and a reinforcing rib 9;

[0041] like Figure 1 As shown, the pipe bodies of the water distributor branch 1 and the water collector branch 10 are made of 304 stainless steel under high pressure. All metal parts are made of stainless steel, which is inexpensive and improves the bending resistance of the pipe body while making it less prone to rust and having a longer service life. In addition, since the density of stainless steel is less than that of copper, this device is lightweight compared to existing water distributor devices, which can meet the needs of different scenarios. Reinforcing ribs 9 are fixedly installed on the outer wall. The reinforcing ribs 9 improve the bending resistance of the pipe body, further enhancing the strength of the pipe body and preventing bending and blockage. The device is aesthetically pleasing while ensuring high pressure resistance.

[0042] like Figure 1 As shown, the water distributor branch 1 and the water collector branch 10 are fixedly installed on the fixed bracket 2. The fixed bracket 2 is installed on a fixed building. The water distributor branch 1 and the water collector branch 10 are fixed on the fixed building. The water distributor branch 1 is located at the top of the fixed bracket 2, and the water collector branch 10 is installed at the bottom of the fixed bracket 2.

[0043] like Figure 1 As shown, a water distribution valve is installed above the water distributor branch 1 and the water collector branch 10 respectively; an air vent valve 4 is installed above the water distributor branch 1 and the water collector branch 10 respectively.

[0044] like Figure 2 As shown, the air vent valve 4 is connected to the water distributor branch 1 and the water collector branch 10 through the connector 45; an air vent valve body 43 is installed above the connector 45, and a fastener 44 is movably installed below the air vent valve body 43; an air vent 42 is fixedly installed on one side of the air vent valve body 43, and a knob 41 is fixedly installed on the top of the air vent valve body 43.

[0045] like Figure 6 As shown, the water distribution valve includes a valve body 8 and a valve stem 14. A ball core 11 is installed inside the valve body 8. Furthermore, the ball core 11 can rotate inside the valve body 8. A through hole is provided inside the ball core 11. When the axial direction of the through hole of the ball core 11 is the same as the axial direction of the valve body 8, water can flow through the ball core 11. When the axial direction of the through hole of the ball core 11 is perpendicular to the axial direction of the valve body 8, the water flow is blocked by the ball core 11. This allows the water distributor device of this application to integrate multi-channel diversion function and realize flexible switching of medium flow direction through ball rotation, reducing fluid resistance by about 30% compared with traditional water distributors.

[0046] like Figure 4 As shown, a connecting groove 111 is provided on one side of the ball core 11, and the ball core 11 is connected to the valve stem 14 through the connecting groove 111; a plug block 141 is provided at one end of the valve stem 14 near the ball core 11, the plug block 141 engages with the connecting groove 111, and a connecting rod 142 is fixedly installed at the end of the plug block 141 away from the ball core 11, and an actuator 5 is connected to the end of the connecting rod 142 away from the ball core 11; the actuator 5 can be manually controlled or automatically controlled by an electromagnetic actuator.

[0047] like Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the connecting rod 142 has symmetrically distributed slots 145 on both sides, and the actuator 5 has a corresponding groove 57 inside, and the slots 145 engage with the grooves 57.

[0048] like Figure 3As shown, the handle 55 has symmetrically distributed rough areas 51 on both sides to increase friction and improve rotation efficiency. An arrow 52 is engraved on the top surface of the handle 55, with "OFF" 53 engraved at one end and "ON" 54 at the other. A limit groove 56 is provided on the side of the actuator 5 near the connecting rod 142, and a limit block 151 is fixedly installed below the fixed base 15. The limit block 151 is located inside the limit groove 56. A perceptible limit block 151 is placed at the end of the rotation path of the handle 55, making the switch position and rotation direction clear, providing a clear and precise operating feel, and preventing over-rotation.

[0049] like Figure 7 and Figure 5 As shown, the actuator 5 is provided with a limiting groove 56 on the side near the connecting rod 142; the overall length of the limiting groove 56 is set to 90 degrees of the circumference to strictly ensure the rotation angle; a fixing seat 15 is fitted on the outer wall of the connecting rod 142; the fixing seat 15 is fixedly connected to the valve body 8; a limiting block 151 is fixedly installed below the fixing seat 15; the limiting block 151 is disposed inside the limiting groove 56.

[0050] like Figure 6 As shown, a first sealing ring 143 and a second sealing ring 144 are provided between the connecting rod 142 and the fixed seat 15. While adopting a multi-seal combination design, the first sealing ring 143 and the second sealing ring 144 are made of materials with low friction coefficient and high elasticity, serving as self-lubricating sealing rings to ensure smooth rotation and reliable sealing. They can maintain a low friction coefficient even in the absence of lubricant, and their lifespan is more than twice that of existing products.

[0051] like Figure 6 As shown, a connecting thread 7 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the valve body 8, and a fixing nut 6 is installed on the outside of the connecting thread 7.

[0052] Furthermore, the valve stem 14 and the actuator 5 are connected by a square tenon or spline joint to eliminate the gap between the valve stem and the actuator and achieve real-time control.

[0053] like Figure 6As shown, a first valve seat 12 and a second valve seat 13 are provided inside the valve body 8. The first valve seat 12 and the second valve seat 13 are made of modified polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) composite material. The first valve seat 12 is installed on the top of the ball core 11, and the second valve seat 13 is installed on the bottom of the ball core 11. Furthermore, the first valve seat 12 and the second valve seat 13 are elastically supported valve seats, movably connected to the valve body 8, and employ a pressure self-sealing effect. That is, the pressure of the flowing medium will further push the second valve seat 13 to press against the ball core 11. The higher the internal pressure of the system, the greater the sealing specific pressure, and the better the sealing effect, thereby achieving high sealing performance inside the water distributor device. At the same time, the first valve seat 12 and the second valve seat 13 are made of modified polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) composite material, and the temperature resistance is improved to 150℃, solving the problem of easy aging of traditional sealing materials under high temperature conditions.

[0054] like Figure 1 As shown, one end of the water distributor branch 1 and the water collector branch 10 is respectively provided with a connection port 3, which can be connected to the external pipeline.

[0055] This utility model discloses a water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion. It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0056] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion, characterized in that, It includes a water distributor branch (1) and a water collector branch (10), the pipe bodies of which are made of stainless steel integral high pressure forming.

2. The water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water distribution valve is installed above the water distributor branch (1) and the water collector branch (10), respectively. The water distribution valve includes a valve body (8) and a valve stem (14). A ball core (11) is installed inside the valve body (8). The ball core (11) can rotate inside the valve body (8). A through hole is provided inside the ball core (11). When the axial direction of the through hole of the ball core (11) is the same as the axial direction of the valve body (8), the water flow can pass through the ball core (11); when the axial direction of the through hole of the ball core (11) is perpendicular to the axial direction of the valve body (8), the water flow is blocked by the ball core (11).

3. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 2, characterized in that: A connecting groove (111) is provided on one side of the ball core (11), and the ball core (11) is connected to the valve stem (14) through the connecting groove (111); a plug block (141) is provided at one end of the valve stem (14) near the ball core (11), the plug block (141) engages with the connecting groove (111), and a connecting rod (142) is fixedly installed at one end of the plug block (141) away from the ball core (11), and an actuator (5) is connected at one end of the connecting rod (142) away from the ball core (11).

4. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting rod (142) has symmetrically distributed slots (145) on both sides, and the actuator (5) has a corresponding groove (57) inside, and the slots (145) engage with the grooves (57).

5. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 3, characterized in that: The actuator (5) includes a handle (55), on both sides of which are symmetrically distributed rough sections (51).

6. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 5, characterized in that: An arrow (52) is engraved on the top plane of the handle (55), with the word "OFF" (53) engraved at one end and the word "ON" (54) engraved at the other end.

7. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 3, characterized in that: The actuator (5) is provided with a limiting groove (56) on the side near the connecting rod (142); the overall length of the limiting groove (56) is set to 90 degrees of the circumference.

8. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 7, characterized in that: The outer wall of the connecting rod (142) is fitted with a fixing seat (15), the fixing seat (15) is fixedly connected to the valve body (8), and a limit block (151) is fixedly installed below the fixing seat (15), the limit block (151) is located inside the limit groove (56).

9. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 8, characterized in that: A first sealing ring (143) and a second sealing ring (144) are provided between the connecting rod (142) and the fixed seat (15). The first sealing ring (143) and the second sealing ring (144) are made of a material with a low coefficient of friction and high elasticity.

10. A water distributor device for controlling fluid diversion according to claim 2, characterized in that: The valve body (8) is provided with a first valve seat (12) and a second valve seat (13). The first valve seat (12) is installed on the top of the ball core (11), and the second valve seat (13) is installed on the bottom of the ball core (11). The first valve seat (12) and the second valve seat (13) are elastically supported valve seats and are movably connected to the valve body (8).

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