Wick for a reed diffuser

Abstract

To provide a suction wick of a reed diffuser which can be compactly stored in a packaging box by bending or folding the long and bulky suction wick.SOLUTION: The suction wick 10 used by being inserted into a discharge diffuser container includes a long suction wick body 20 knitted in a hollow shape by a fibrous material having a suction property, and a core material 40 having flexibility in a hollow part of the suction wick body, so that the suction wick 10 can be folded or annularly bent to be stored, and can be compactly stored in a packaging box.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a wick that is inserted into a reed diffuser container that contains an aroma solution, and absorbs the aroma solution from the container and evaporates it into the air. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, reed diffusers generally have multiple wicks inserted into a container to transpire the aroma solution contained in the container into the air, and the aroma solution absorbed by the wicks is transpired by the wicks' extending portions that extend from the top of the container. The wicks used in reed diffusers are, for example, porous plant materials such as rattan or reed, or plant branches such as willow or bamboo, and in recent years, fiber materials are sometimes used that have been hardened by means of crimping or other methods.

[0003] The wick has its lower end immersed in the aroma solution and its upper end inserted so as to extend beyond the upper end of the reed diffuser container. The wick's wicking properties allow it to draw the aroma solution upward, and the absorbed aroma solution is evaporated into the air from the portion extending beyond the upper end of the reed diffuser container, thereby volatilizing the aroma. Therefore, wicks that extend from the upper end of the reed diffuser container by approximately 100 to 300 mm are generally used. Furthermore, wicks such as the wick described in JP 2021-115364 A (Patent Document 1) are all rigid, rod-shaped wicks that cannot be bent or folded.

[0004] On the other hand, when selling such reed diffusers, the reed diffuser container (hereinafter referred to as the "container") containing the aroma solution and the wick are generally placed in a packaging container (packaging box) for sale. In this case, the wick is a hard rod and cannot be bent or folded for packaging. Moreover, the wick is, by its very nature, a long object that extends a certain distance beyond the opening at the top of the reed diffuser container when inserted, so the packaging container also needs to be long enough to match the length of the wick. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0005] [Patent Document 1] JP 2021-115364 A, page 1, Figure 1 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0006] However, packaging containers that correspond to the length of the wick may require a display space that is long and tall in the sales area, and when transporting the containers, a shipping box that corresponds to the size of the packaging container may be required, which can cause inconvenience.

[0007] The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a wick for a reed diffuser that can be stored compactly in a packaging box by bending or folding the bulky wick.

[0008] Another object of the present invention is to provide a flexible wick for a reed diffuser that can be formed into a desired shape and that can enhance decorativeness, retention stability, and transpiration properties. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] The wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 1 is a wick that is inserted into a reed diffuser container for use, and is characterized by comprising a long wick body made of a hollow woven fibrous material with wicking properties, and a flexible core material in the hollow part of the wick body.

[0010] The wick for the reed diffuser described in claim 1 comprises a long wick body made of a hollow woven fibrous material with wicking properties, and a flexible core material in the hollow part of the wick body. Therefore, the wick can be folded or bent into a ring for storage, allowing it to be stored compactly in a packaging box.

[0011] The wick of the reed diffuser described in claim 2 is characterized by having shape retention in addition to the properties of the wick of the reed diffuser described in claim 1.

[0012] In the wick of the reed diffuser described in claim 2, the wick can maintain its shape even when bent or folded into a ring, so that the wick can be inserted into a container in a desired shape, improving decorativeness and holding stability. Furthermore, multiple wicks can be shaped so that they do not overlap when inserted into a container to improve air circulation, thereby improving transpiration.

[0013] The suction wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 3 is the suction wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a minute space is provided between the inner circumferential surface of the suction wick body and the wick material.

[0014] In the wick of the reed diffuser described in claim 3, a fine space is provided between the inner surface of the wick body and the wick material, so that the aroma solution can be absorbed not only from the outer surface of the wick body but also from the inner surface, thereby improving wicking properties.

[0015] The wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 4 is the wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that a cap is provided on the end of the wick.

[0016] In the suction wick of the reed diffuser described in claim 4, a cap is provided at the end of the suction wick, which prevents the fibrous material from coming loose from the end of the suction wick body and also prevents the tip of the wick material from injuring fingers, etc.

[0017] The wick for a reed diffuser according to claim 5, wherein a cap is provided on an end of the wick.

[0018] In the suction wick of the reed diffuser described in claim 5, a cap is provided at the end of the suction wick, which prevents the fibrous material from coming loose from the end of the suction wick body and also prevents the tip of the wick material from injuring fingers, etc.

[0019] A reed diffuser according to claim 6, comprising the wick of the reed diffuser according to claim 1 or 2.

[0020] In the reed diffuser described in claim 6, the wick includes a long wick body made of a hollow woven fibrous material with wicking properties, and a flexible core material in the hollow portion of the wick body. This allows the wick to be folded or bent into a ring for storage, enabling compact storage in a packaging box. Furthermore, if the wick is shape-retaining, it can maintain its shape even when bent or bent into a ring, allowing the wick to be inserted into a container in a desired shape and placed therein, enhancing decorativeness and storage stability. Furthermore, when multiple wicks are inserted into a container, they can be shaped so that they do not overlap to allow for good air circulation, thereby enhancing the evaporation of the aroma solution. [Effects of the Invention]

[0021] The wick for a reed diffuser according to claim 1 comprises a long wick body made of a hollow woven fibrous material with wicking properties, and a flexible core material in the hollow portion of the wick body. Therefore, the wick can be folded or bent into a ring for storage, allowing it to be stored compactly in a packaging box.

[0022] The wick for a reed diffuser according to claim 2 has the same shape-retaining properties as the wick for a reed diffuser according to claim 1, so that the wick can maintain its shape even when bent or folded into a ring, and can be inserted into a container in a desired shape, thereby improving decorativeness and holding stability. Furthermore, when multiple wicks are inserted into a container, they can be shaped so that they do not overlap to improve air circulation, thereby improving the evaporation of the aroma solution.

[0023] According to the wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 3, in addition to the features of the wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 1 or 2, a fine space is provided between the inner surface of the wick body and the wick material, so that the aroma solution can be absorbed not only from the outer surface of the wick body but also from the inner surface, thereby improving wicking properties.

[0024] According to the suction wick for a reed diffuser recited in claim 4, in the suction wick for a reed diffuser recited in claim 1 or 2, a cap is further provided at the end of the suction wick, which prevents the fibrous material from coming loose from the end of the suction wick body and also prevents the tip of the wick material from injuring fingers, etc.

[0025] According to the suction wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 5, in addition to the suction wick for a reed diffuser described in claim 3, a cap is provided at the end of the suction wick, which prevents the fibrous material from coming loose from the end of the suction wick body and also prevents the tip of the wick material from injuring fingers, etc.

[0026] The reed diffuser described in claim 6 includes the wick of the reed diffuser described in claim 1 or 2. The wick includes a long wick body made of a hollow woven fibrous material with wicking properties, and a flexible core material in the hollow portion of the wick body. This allows the wick to be folded or bent into a ring for storage, enabling compact storage in a packaging box. Furthermore, if the wick is shape-retaining, it can maintain its shape even when bent or bent into a ring. This allows the wick to be inserted into a container in a desired shape, enhancing decorativeness and storage stability. Furthermore, when multiple wicks are inserted into a container, they can be shaped so that they do not overlap to allow for good air circulation, thereby enhancing the evaporation of the aroma solution. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0027] [Figure 1] FIG. 2 is a front view of the wick of the reed diffuser according to the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a partially enlarged view of FIG. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is an enlarged vertical cross-sectional view of FIG. [Figure 4] 1A and 1B are schematic diagrams showing examples of packaging states, in which FIG. 1A is a schematic diagram showing a state in which the suction core is bent into a ring shape, and FIG. 1B is a schematic diagram showing a state in which the suction core is bent in two. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a usage state. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing another example of a usage state. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0028] Hereinafter, the best mode for carrying out the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings.

[0029] FIG. 1 is a front view of a wick of a reed diffuser according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a partially enlarged view of FIG. 1, and FIG. 3 is a vertically enlarged end view of FIG.

[0030] In Figures 1 to 3, reference numeral 10 denotes a wick for a reed diffuser according to the present invention (hereinafter referred to as "wick"), which is composed of a long wick body 20 made of a hollow woven fibrous material with wicking properties, and a flexible, shape-retaining core material 40 inserted into the hollow portion of wick body 20.

[0031] The wicking fibrous material that constitutes the wicking core body 20 is preferably, for example, a natural material such as hemp or cotton, but is not limited to these materials. It may also be a wicking, volatile synthetic resin fiber. The synthetic resin fiber may be a multifilament or a monofilament. It may also be a blend of natural and synthetic resin fibers, and any fibrous material that has wicking, volatility, and flexibility may be used.

[0032] The fibrous material having the above-mentioned wicking properties is then woven into a hollow shape to form the wick body 20. Because it is woven into a hollow shape, a hollow portion is provided in the radial center, and a core material 40 that is flexible and can maintain its shape is inserted into this hollow portion to form the wick 10.

[0033] The core material 40 is mainly made of a wire material made of metal stretched into a long, thin line shape, and is preferably made of low-carbon steel (iron wire), brass (brass wire), copper (conductor wire), aluminum (aluminum wire), etc., which have flexibility and shape retention, but is not limited to these. The core material 40 may also be coated with a synthetic resin, such as polyvinyl chloride.

[0034] Furthermore, the core material 40 may be formed as a thin, linear wire made of, for example, a synthetic resin such as silicone, which does not have shape retention. In this case, even if the core material does not have shape retention, as long as it is flexible, it can be folded in half or in thirds or rolled into a ring, allowing for compact storage.

[0035] A cap 30 is fitted onto the end of the suction core 10, and the cap 40 prevents the suction core body 20 from coming loose at the end, and also contributes to preventing injury to fingers and the like due to the end of the core material 40. Furthermore, the cap 30 may be provided on both ends of the suction core 10, as shown in Fig. 1, or on either one end.

[0036] The length of the suction wick 10 varies depending on the height of the container B in which the suction wick 10 is used, but is determined by the height of the container B and the length by which the suction wick 10 extends from the top of the container B. It is generally about 200 mm to 500 mm. Its outer diameter is preferably about 3 mm to 5 mm, but is not limited to this. The length of the core 40 may be adjusted to match the length of the suction wick 10, and its outer diameter may be determined taking into account the length of the core 40. It is typically about 1 mm to 2 mm, but is not limited to this.

[0037] The dimensions of the wick 10 may be set so that a minute gap S is formed between the inner peripheral surface of the wick body 20 and the outer peripheral surface of the wick material 40. In this case, the aroma solution A can be sucked up not only from the outer peripheral surface of the wick body 20 but also from the inner peripheral surface, thereby improving the wicking ability of the aroma solution A.

[0038] Fig. 4 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a packaged state, Fig. 5 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a used state, and Fig. 6 is a schematic diagram showing another example of a used state. In Fig. 4 to Fig. 6, A indicates the aroma solution, and B indicates the container.

[0039] The suction core 10 having the above-described configuration is flexible and can be folded in half or in thirds as shown in FIG. 4(b), or rolled into a ring shape as shown in FIG. 4(a), allowing for compact storage.

[0040] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 5, if the wick 10 is flexible and has shape-retaining properties, it is possible to fold the wick 10 in half and insert it, or to slightly expand the folded bottom portion so that it can be inserted stably into the container B, and furthermore, the upper portion can be appropriately shaped as desired to enhance decorativeness. Of course, it is also possible to insert the wick 10 into the container B as a single piece, as shown in Figure 6. In this case, no cap is required at the bottom end of the wick 10. [Explanation of symbols]

[0041] 10 Reed diffuser wick 20 Suction core body 30 Cap 40 Core material S space A. Aroma solution B. Aroma solution container

Claims

1. A wick that is inserted into a reed diffuser container. a long wicking core body that is hollowly woven from a fibrous material having wicking properties; A wick for a reed diffuser, characterized in that a flexible core material is provided in the hollow portion of the wick body.

2. 2. The wick of a reed diffuser according to claim 1, wherein the wick further has shape-retaining properties.

3. 3. The wick for a reed diffuser according to claim 1, wherein a minute space is provided between the inner peripheral surface of the wick body and the wick material.

4. 3. The wick for a reed diffuser according to claim 1, wherein a cap is provided on an end of the wick.

5. 4. The wick for a reed diffuser according to claim 3, wherein a cap is provided on an end of the wick.

6. A reed diffuser comprising the wick of claim 1 or 2.

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