Floating thermometer
The water-floating thermometer with a translucent float chamber and display device addresses the challenge of nighttime readability by immersing the temperature sensor and using a solar-powered LCD backlight for clear display, ensuring easy and accurate temperature measurement.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE202025107042
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-08
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
AI Technical Summary
Existing thermometers designed with an animal-shaped body that floats on water's surface are difficult to read, especially at night, due to their design that submerges the thermometer itself while leaving the reading inaccessible.
A water-floating thermometer with a translucent float chamber, a control board, and a display device, where the temperature measuring device is immersed in the liquid and connected to a display device that shows the temperature, equipped with a solar panel for power and an LCD backlight for visibility, ensuring easy and accurate temperature reading.
Enables easy, quick, and accurate temperature reading even at night by immersing the temperature measuring device in the liquid, protecting the control board from corrosion, and extending the device's lifespan.
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Abstract
Description
Technical field
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of thermometers, in particular a thermometer floating on water. State of the art
[0002] With societal development, people's demands on their standard of living are constantly rising, with more and more people beginning to prioritize quality of life. For example, people are starting to pay attention to thermometers for measuring liquid temperature. A thermometer is a tool that can accurately assess and measure temperatures, and it is divided into dial thermometers and digital thermometers. Different thermometers have been developed for various applications. Thermometers can measure water temperatures and are therefore widely used in rivers, wells, fish ponds, seas, etc., with their measuring range typically between -40°C and 125°C. Currently, all thermometers available on the market are designed with an animal-shaped body that floats on the water's surface, while the thermometer itself is submerged.When a thermometer is used at night, it is difficult to read the reading. Therefore, a thermometer that can solve this problem is needed. Content of the invention
[0003] To overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention offers a thermometer that floats on the water, allowing the user to read the thermometer display relatively easily, accurately and quickly, even during nighttime use.
[0004] The technical solution employed by the present invention to solve its technical problem is as follows: The present invention provides a water-floating thermometer comprising a translucent float chamber, a control board, a temperature measuring device, and a display device, wherein both the temperature measuring device and the display device are electrically connected to the control board; wherein the float chamber comprises a mounting cover and a mounting seat, and the top of the mounting seat has a first mounting opening through which the control board, the temperature measuring device, and the display device are arranged within the float chamber, wherein the mounting cover tightly closes the first mounting opening so that the float chamber can float on a liquid;wherein the temperature measuring device is attached to the underside of the mounting seat, and the underside of the mounting seat and the temperature measuring device are immersed in the liquid so that the temperature measuring device can measure the temperature of the liquid; and wherein the display device serves to display the temperature of the liquid.
[0005] As an improvement to the present invention, it further comprises a power storage module and a solar panel, wherein both the power storage module and the solar panel are electrically connected to the control main board, and the power storage module and the solar panel are arranged in the levitation chamber via the first mounting opening.
[0006] As an improvement to the present invention, an LCD backlight is further arranged on the top side of the control main board, wherein the luminous area of the LCD backlight is oriented towards the display device.
[0007] As an improvement to the present invention, it further comprises a counterweight unit, wherein the mounting seat has a stepped shape in cross-section that is narrower upwards and wider downwards in order to form a first mounting opening on the top and a receiving groove on the bottom, and wherein both the counterweight unit and the temperature measuring device are arranged in the receiving groove.
[0008] As an improvement to the present invention, the counterweight unit has a through-hole, wherein a probe of the temperature measuring device is inserted through the through-hole.
[0009] As an improvement to the present invention, the main control board is connected to the mounting cover via a first connecting element.
[0010] As an improvement of the present invention, the display device comprises a display and a display carrier, and a first socket and a second socket are further arranged on the control main board, wherein the display carrier is plugged into the first socket, the display is connected to the display carrier, and the display has a connecting pin which is plugged into the second socket to electrically connect the display to the control main board.
[0011] As an improvement to the present invention, a first stop edge is arranged on the display device, and one end of the solar panel is connected to the mounting cover via a second connecting element, wherein the first stop edge presses the other end of the solar panel against the mounting cover.
[0012] As an improvement to the present invention, a second stop edge and a third stop edge are arranged on the mounting cover, wherein the second connecting element presses one end of the solar panel against the second stop edge and the first stop edge presses the other end of the solar panel against the third stop edge.
[0013] The advantageous effect of the invention is as follows: The present invention provides a water-floating thermometer comprising a translucent float chamber, a control board, a temperature measuring device, and a display device, wherein both the temperature measuring device and the display device are electrically connected to the control board; wherein the float chamber comprises a mounting cover and a mounting seat, the upper side of the mounting seat having a first mounting opening through which the control board, the temperature measuring device, the display device, and the lighting device are arranged within the float chamber, the mounting cover tightly sealing the first mounting opening so that the float chamber can float on a liquid; wherein the temperature measuring device is attached to the underside of the mounting seat,and the underside of the mounting seat and the temperature measuring device are immersed in the liquid so that the temperature measuring device can measure the liquid's temperature, with the display device serving to indicate the liquid's temperature. Furthermore, the display device can show the liquid's temperature measured by the temperature measuring device, allowing the user to read the liquid's temperature at the current measurement position relatively easily, quickly, and accurately from the display device. Additionally, the mounting cover seals the first mounting opening, allowing the float chamber to float on the liquid. This effectively prevents liquid from entering the float chamber and avoids corrosion of the main control board located within the float chamber.The temperature measuring device and display device are immersed in the liquid, thus significantly increasing the lifespan and safety of the water-floating thermometer.
[0014] The foregoing description is only an overview of the technical program of the present invention. In order to better understand the technical means of the invention that can be implemented according to the content of the specification, and to make the above and other purposes, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easier to understand, the following preferred embodiments are described in detail below. Details of the drawings Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of the overall structure of the present invention; Fig. 2 shows an exploded view of the present invention; Fig. Figure 3 shows a further schematic representation of the present invention; Fig. Figure 4 shows a sectional view along the temperature measuring device; Fig. Figure 5 shows an enlarged detail view of area A. Fig. 4; Fig. Figure 6 shows an enlarged detail view of area B. Fig. 4; Fig. Figure 7 shows a sectional view along the first connecting element; Fig. Figure 8 shows an enlarged detail view of area C. Fig. 7; Fig. Figure 9 shows an enlarged detail view of area D. Fig. 7; Fig. Figure 10 shows a sectional view along the second connecting element; Fig. Figure 11 shows an enlarged detail view of area E. Fig. 10; Fig. Figure 12 shows an enlarged detail view of area F. Fig. 10; Fig. Figure 13 shows a sectional view along the display device; Fig. Figure 14 shows an enlarged detail view of area G. Fig. 13; Fig. Figure 15 shows an enlarged detail view of area H. Fig. 13. Specific embodiments
[0015] To better understand the purpose, technical solution, and advantages of this invention, the accompanying drawings and embodiments are summarized below to explain the invention in detail. It should be noted that the specific embodiments described herein serve only to illustrate the utility model and not to limit the invention. Example I
[0016] As in Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4, Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8, Fig. 9, Fig. 10, Fig. 11, Fig. 12, Fig. 13, Fig. 14 to Fig. Figure 15 shows a water-floating thermometer comprising a translucent float chamber 1, a control board 2, a temperature measuring device 3, and a display device 4, wherein both the temperature measuring device 3 and the display device 4 are electrically connected to the control board 2; wherein the float chamber 1 comprises a mounting cover 11 and a mounting seat 12, and the top of the mounting seat 12 has a first mounting opening 121 through which the control board 2, the temperature measuring device 3, and the display device 4 are arranged within the float chamber 1, the mounting cover 11 tightly sealing the first mounting opening 121 so that the float chamber 1 can float on a liquid; wherein the temperature measuring device 3 is attached to the underside of the mounting seat 12, and the underside of the mounting seat 12 and the temperature measuring device 3 are immersed in the liquid.so that the temperature measuring device 3 can measure the temperature of the liquid; and wherein the display device 4 serves to display the temperature of the liquid. By the structure described above, the thermometer comprises a translucent float chamber, a control board, a temperature measuring device, and a display device, wherein both the temperature measuring device and the display device are electrically connected to the control board. The float chamber comprises a mounting cover and a mounting seat. The top of the mounting seat has a first mounting opening through which the control board, the temperature measuring device, and the display device are arranged within the float chamber. The mounting cover tightly seals the first mounting opening so that the float chamber can float on a liquid. The temperature measuring device is attached to the underside of the mounting seat.The underside of the mounting seat and the temperature sensor are immersed in the liquid, allowing the sensor to measure its temperature. The display shows the liquid's temperature, enabling the user to not only measure the temperature but also read the temperature at the current measurement point. This allows the user to easily, quickly, and accurately determine the liquid's temperature at the current measurement location. Furthermore, the mounting cover seals the first mounting opening, allowing the float chamber to remain suspended in the liquid. This effectively prevents liquid from entering the float chamber and protects the control board located within it from corrosion.The temperature measuring device and display device are immersed in the liquid, thus significantly increasing the lifespan and safety of the water-floating thermometer. Example II
[0017] As in Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4, Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8, Fig. 9, Fig. 10, Fig. 11, Fig. 12, Fig. 13, Fig. 14 to Fig.Figure 15 shows a water-floating thermometer comprising a translucent float chamber 1, a control board 2, a temperature measuring device 3, and a display device 4, wherein both the temperature measuring device 3 and the display device 4 are electrically connected to the control board 2; wherein the float chamber 1 comprises a mounting cover 11 and a mounting seat 12, the upper side of the mounting seat 12 having a first mounting opening 121 through which the control board 2, the temperature measuring device 3, and the display device 4 are arranged within the float chamber 1, the mounting cover 11 tightly sealing the first mounting opening 121 so that the float chamber 1 can float on a liquid; wherein the temperature measuring device 3 is attached to the underside of the mounting seat 12, and the underside of the mounting seat 12 and the temperature measuring device 3 are immersed in the liquid.so that the temperature measuring device 3 can measure the temperature of the liquid; and wherein the display device 4 serves to display the temperature of the liquid. By the structure described above, the thermometer comprises a translucent float chamber, a control board, a temperature measuring device, and a display device, wherein the temperature measuring device, the display device, and the illumination device are electrically connected to the control board. The float chamber comprises a mounting cover and a mounting seat. The top of the mounting seat has a first mounting opening through which the control board, the temperature measuring device, and the display device are arranged within the float chamber. The mounting cover tightly seals the first mounting opening so that the float chamber can float on a liquid. The temperature measuring device is attached to the underside of the mounting seat.The underside of the mounting seat and the temperature sensor are immersed in the liquid, allowing the sensor to measure its temperature. The display shows the liquid's temperature, enabling the user to not only measure the temperature but also read the temperature at the current measurement point. This allows the user to easily, quickly, and accurately determine the liquid's temperature at the current measurement location. Furthermore, the mounting cover seals the first mounting opening, allowing the float chamber to remain suspended in the liquid. This effectively prevents liquid from entering the float chamber and protects the control board located within it from corrosion.The temperature measuring device and display device are immersed in the liquid, thus significantly increasing the lifespan and safety of the water-floating thermometer.
[0018] The temperature measuring device is electrically connected to the main control board via electrical line 32.
[0019] In this embodiment, it further comprises a power storage module 6 and a solar panel 7, wherein both the power storage module 6 and the solar panel 7 are electrically connected to the main control board 2, and wherein the power storage module 6 and the solar panel 7 are arranged within the levitation chamber 1 via the first mounting opening 121.
[0020] The structure described above allows for solar power to be supplied via the solar panel. The solar panel converts the captured light energy into electrical energy and stores it in the battery to power the control board, the temperature measuring device, the display device, and the lighting device. This is not only environmentally friendly but also saves the user the hassle of recharging and replacing the battery of the floating thermometer, thus significantly increasing the convenience of temperature measurement and extending the lifespan of the floating thermometer.
[0021] In this embodiment, an LCD backlight 8 is further arranged on the top side of the control board 2, with the luminous area 81 of the LCD backlight 8 oriented towards the display device 4. Due to the structure described above, the light from the LCD backlight illuminates the pixels on the display device, enabling the display device to show the temperature value of the liquid relatively clearly even under conditions of high ambient brightness, thus allowing the user to observe the change in the temperature value of the liquid accurately and in real time.
[0022] In this embodiment, it further comprises a counterweight unit 13, wherein the mounting seat 12 has a stepped cross-section that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom to form a first mounting opening 121 on the top and a receiving groove 122 on the bottom, and wherein both the counterweight unit 13 and the temperature measuring device 3 are arranged in the receiving groove 122. The counterweight unit 13 has a through-hole 131, and a probe 31 of the temperature measuring device 3 is inserted through the through-hole 131. Due to the structure described above, the light from the LCD backlight illuminates the pixels on the display device, so that the display device can show the temperature value of the liquid relatively clearly even under conditions of high ambient brightness, allowing the user to observe the change in the temperature value of the liquid accurately and in real time.
[0023] In this embodiment, the main control board 2 is connected to the mounting cover 11 via a first connecting element 14. The display device 4 comprises a display 41 and a display carrier 42, and a first socket 21 and a second socket 22 are arranged on the main control board 2, the display carrier 42 being inserted into the first socket 21, the display 41 being connected to the display carrier 42, the display 41 having a connecting pin 411 which is inserted into the second socket 22 to electrically connect the display 41 to the main control board 2. Specifically, a first stop edge 43 is arranged on the display device 4, and one end of the solar panel 7 is connected to the mounting cover 11 via a second connecting element 15, the first stop edge 43 pressing the other end of the solar panel 7 against the mounting cover 11.Furthermore, a second stop edge 111 and a third stop edge 112 are arranged on the mounting cover 11, wherein the second connecting element 15 presses one end of the solar panel 7 against the second stop edge 111 and the first stop edge 43 presses the other end of the solar panel 7 against the third stop edge 112. Additionally, a first connector block 421 is provided on the display carrier 42, the first connector block 421 being inserted into the first socket 21. Due to the structure described above, the device is characterized by a rational design, a compact structure, and a secure connection. This ensures efficient assembly between the main control board, the display device, and the solar panel. Moreover, the compact structure prevents the main control board, the display device, and the solar panel from loosening, thus further extending the service life of the floating thermometer.The first and second connecting elements are screws. However, screw heads or other connecting elements with a joining effect can also be used. Specifically, an EVA foam 422 is positioned between the display and the display carrier. Because EVA foam has high softness and elasticity, it exhibits good damping properties. This effectively prevents relative displacement between the display and the display carrier and also prevents the display carrier from damaging the display. This further extends the service life of the floating thermometer.
[0024] In this embodiment, the mounting seat 12 further comprises a sealing ring 123. When the mounting cover 11 seals the first mounting opening 121, the inner wall of the first mounting opening 121 and the outer wall of the mounting cover 11 press the sealing ring 123 together, thus sealing the mounting cover 11 in the first mounting opening 121. The structure described above effectively achieves a sealing closure of the mounting cover at the first mounting opening, forming a sealed float chamber. This prevents liquid from entering the float chamber, which would lead to damage or short circuits of the electronic components, such as the main control board, within the float chamber.
[0025] It further includes a silicone push-button element 114. A button 23 is also provided on the main control board 2, and a second mounting opening 113 is provided in the mounting cover 11. Both the silicone push-button element 114 and the second mounting opening 113 are located above the button 23, and the silicone push-button element 114 seals the second mounting opening 113. The structure described above effectively prevents liquid from entering the float chamber through the second mounting opening. Furthermore, the user can press the button via the silicone push-button element, thus effectively enabling the control and adjustment of the water-floating thermometer by pressing the button. For example, the on / off state of the lighting device can be controlled by pressing the button.Another example is controlling the on or off state of the display device by pressing the button, etc.
[0026] In this embodiment, the mounting cover 11 further features a suspension opening 115. The suspension opening 115 serves to suspend the thermometer that floats on the water. Thanks to the structure described above, the user can securely suspend and use the water-floating thermometer via the suspension opening 115 in scenarios such as a pool. This simplifies operation and improves the user experience.
[0027] In this embodiment, the mounting cover 11 seals the mounting seat via a third connecting element 116.
[0028] In this embodiment, the mounting cover 11 comprises a first cover 117 and a second cover 118, wherein the first cover 117 is closed to the second cover 118 via a fourth connecting element 119. The third and fourth connecting elements are screws. However, screw heads or other connecting elements with a joining effect can also be used.
[0029] The advantageous effect of the invention is as follows: The present invention provides a water-floating thermometer comprising a translucent float chamber, a control board, a temperature measuring device, and a display device, wherein both the temperature measuring device and the display device are electrically connected to the control board; wherein the float chamber comprises a mounting cover and a mounting seat, the upper side of the mounting seat having a first mounting opening through which the control board, the temperature measuring device, the display device, and the lighting device are arranged within the float chamber, the mounting cover tightly sealing the first mounting opening so that the float chamber can float on a liquid; wherein the temperature measuring device is attached to the underside of the mounting seat,and the underside of the mounting seat and the temperature measuring device are immersed in the liquid so that the temperature measuring device can measure the liquid's temperature, with the display device serving to indicate the liquid's temperature. Furthermore, the display device can show the liquid's temperature measured by the temperature measuring device, allowing the user to read the liquid's temperature at the current measurement position relatively easily, quickly, and accurately from the display device. Additionally, the mounting cover seals the first mounting opening, allowing the float chamber to float on the liquid. This effectively prevents liquid from entering the float chamber and avoids corrosion of the main control board located within the float chamber.The temperature measuring device and display device are immersed in the liquid, thus significantly increasing the lifespan and safety of the water-floating thermometer.
[0030] The foregoing is only one embodiment to further illustrate the technical content of the present invention and to facilitate the reader's understanding, but it does not mean that the embodiment of the present invention is limited to this one, and all technical extensions or new inventions made according to the present invention are protected by the present invention. The scope of protection of the invention is governed by the claims.
Claims
[1] Floating thermometer, characterized by, comprising a translucent float chamber (1), a control board (2), a temperature measuring device (3) and a display device (4), wherein both the temperature measuring device (3) and the display device (4) are electrically connected to the control board (2); wherein the float chamber (1) comprises a mounting cover (11) and a mounting seat (12), and the top of the mounting seat (12) has a first mounting opening (121) through which the control board (2), the temperature measuring device (3) and the display device (4) are arranged inside the float chamber (1), wherein the mounting cover (11) tightly closes the first mounting opening (121) so that the float chamber (1) can float on a liquid;wherein the temperature measuring device (3) is attached to the underside of the mounting seat (12), and the underside of the mounting seat (12) and the temperature measuring device (3) are immersed in the liquid so that the temperature measuring device (3) can measure the temperature of the liquid; and wherein the display device (4) serves to display the temperature of the liquid. [2] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 1, characterized by , further comprising a power storage module (6) and a solar panel (7), wherein both the power storage module (6) and the solar panel (7) are electrically connected to the control main board (2), and both the power storage module (6) and the solar panel (7) are arranged in the levitation chamber (1) via the first mounting opening (121). [3] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 1, characterized by, that an LCD backlight (8) is further arranged on the top of the control main board (2), wherein the luminous area (81) of the LCD backlight (8) is oriented towards the display device (4). [4] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 1, characterized by , that it further comprises a counterweight unit (13) wherein the mounting seat (12) has a step shape in cross-section that is narrower upwards and wider downwards in order to form a first mounting opening (121) on the top and a receiving groove (122) on the bottom, and wherein both the counterweight unit (13) and the temperature measuring device (3) are arranged in the receiving groove (122). [5] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 4, characterized by , that the counterweight unit (13) has a through-hole (131) wherein a probe (31) of the temperature measuring device (3) is inserted through the through-hole (131). [6] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 1, characterized by , that the main control board (2) is connected to the mounting cover (11) via a first connecting element (14). [7] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 6, characterized by , that the display device (4) comprises a display (41) and a display carrier (42), wherein a first socket (21) and a second socket (22) are further arranged on the control main board (2), the display carrier (42) is inserted into the first socket (21), and the display (41) is connected to the display carrier (42); wherein the display (41) has a connecting pin (411) which is inserted into the second socket (22) to electrically connect the display (41) to the control main board (2). [8] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 2, characterized by, that a first stop edge (43) is arranged on the display device (4), and that one end of the solar panel (7) is connected to the mounting cover (11) via a second connecting element (15), wherein the first stop edge (43) presses the other end of the solar panel (7) against the mounting cover (11). [9] Water-floating thermometer according to claim 8, characterized by , that a second stop edge (111) and a third stop edge (112) are arranged on the mounting cover (11), wherein the second connecting element (15) presses one end of the solar panel (7) against the second stop edge (111) and the first stop edge (43) presses the other end of the solar panel (7) against the third stop edge (112).