Multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for humidifiers

Abstract

To provide a multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier that has a detachable structure and allows a user to select from a plurality of additive packs. [Solution] This device is a multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier, comprising an upper case 1, an additive (not shown), and a lower case 2. The upper case has an internal chamber, which is divided into multiple storage compartments 12 by partitions 11, each of which has a side wall with a through hole 13 communicating with the outside, and the chambers penetrate the bottom of the upper case. Additives such as antibacterial agents, degreasing agents, and fragrances are placed in the storage compartments. The lower case has an internal cavity 21 that penetrates the bottom, and a connecting hole 22 in the top that communicates with the cavity. The bottom of the upper case is detachably fixed to the top of the lower case, providing both airtightness and replaceability.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This invention relates to a multi-functional antibacterial cartridge for humidifiers that is attached to the water supply path of the humidifier and provides antibacterial, degreasing, and fragrance functions. [Background technology]

[0002] A humidifier is a household appliance used to increase the humidity in a room.

[0003] There are three types of humidifiers: ultrasonic, evaporative, and heated. They effectively adjust air humidity and are useful for preventing and treating diseases, beauty and moisturizing, and protecting furniture. They can also be connected to boilers or central air conditioning systems to humidify the entire building. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, if humidifiers are not cleaned regularly, mold and other microorganisms that grow inside them can be released into the air along with the water mist and inhaled by the user's respiratory system, potentially causing health problems such as "humidifier lung."

[0005] To solve the above problems, conventional antibacterial cartridges use antibacterial and bacteriostatic additives such as silver ion antibacterial agents, polyhexamethyleneguanidine, activated carbon, and composite antibacterial materials. However, because these cartridges have a one-piece molded structure, even if the internal additives are consumed, the entire cartridge must be replaced, even though the cartridge itself is reusable, resulting in resource waste and an economic burden.

[0006] In view of these circumstances, it is desirable to provide a multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier that has a simple, detachable structure and allows users to select from multiple types of additive packs. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a multi-functional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier, comprising an upper case, an additive, and a lower case. The upper case has a chamber therein, and a partition wall within the chamber that divides the chamber into at least two storage compartments. The chambers penetrate the bottom of the upper case, and each storage compartment has a side wall formed with a through hole that connects to the outside. The additive is disposed in each storage compartment. The lower case has a cavity therein, and the cavity penetrates the bottom of the lower case, and a connecting hole that connects to the cavity is formed in the top surface. The bottom of the upper case is removably fixed to the top surface of the lower case, so that the top surface of the lower case seals the bottom of the upper case.

[0008] In addition, the multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is characterized in that through holes communicating with each of the storage chambers are formed on the top surface of the upper case.

[0009] In addition, the multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is characterized in that an internal thread is formed on the bottom surface of the inner wall of the lower case.

[0010] In addition, the multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is characterized in that an anti-slip rib is formed on the bottom of the outer wall of the lower case.

[0011] In addition, the multi-functional antibacterial cartridge for humidifiers of the present invention is characterized in that an engaging claw is provided on the bottom surface of the side wall of the upper case, and an engaging groove that fits into the engaging claw is formed on the top surface of the lower case.

[0012] In addition, the multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is characterized in that the engagement groove is provided with an engagement block that engages with the engagement claw.

[0013] The multi-functional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is also characterized in that a water guide groove is formed in the outer wall of the upper case along the axial direction.

[0014] In addition, the multi-functional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is characterized in that the through holes are arranged on both sides of the water guide groove.

[0015] In addition, the multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is characterized in that a water passage hole communicating with the cavity is formed on the side wall of the lower case.

[0016] In addition, the multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier of the present invention is characterized in that the outer walls of the upper case and the lower case are integrated to form a truncated cone with a smaller upper part and a larger lower part. [Effects of the Invention]

[0017] According to this device, the upper and lower cases are separable, and different additive packs can be selectively loaded into the multiple chambers, allowing users to freely combine functions such as antibacterial, degreasing, fragrance, etc. Furthermore, the lower case is internally threaded, allowing it to be directly screwed onto the water supply pipe in the humidifier's water tank, and the water vent and water guide groove work together to ensure a stable water supply even when the water level is low. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0018] [Figure 1] 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] 1 is a schematic diagram of an assembly structure according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 3] 1 is a perspective view of an upper case according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 4] 1 is a perspective view of a lower housing according to an embodiment of the present invention; DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0019] In order to explain in more detail the technical means and effects for achieving the object of the invention contemplated by the invention, the specific embodiments, structures, features and effects of the invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings and preferred embodiments.

[0020] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to the present invention includes an upper case 1, a lower case 2, and an additive (not shown). The additive includes an antibacterial agent, a descaling agent, a fragrance, etc. Examples of the antibacterial agent include silver ion antibacterial agents, polyhexamethyleneguanidine, activated carbon, and composite antibacterial materials. Different types of antibacterial packs can be obtained by selecting any one of these materials to form the antibacterial pack. A descaling agent can also be selected to prevent the formation of scale (limescale) in the humidifier from affecting its humidifying performance. A fragrance can also be selected to impart a specific fragrance to the humidified water vapor, improving the air quality while humidifying.

[0021] As shown in Figure 3, a chamber is provided inside the upper case 1, and the inside of this chamber is divided into two storage compartments 12 by a partition wall 11. The chamber penetrates the bottom surface of the upper case 1, and a through hole 13 that communicates with the outside is formed in the side wall of each storage compartment 12. To allow water to flow sufficiently into the storage compartments 12, a through hole 14 that communicates with the storage compartments is formed in the top surface of the upper case 1.

[0022] The additive is placed in the storage chamber 12 .

[0023] As shown in Figure 4, a cavity 21 is provided inside the lower case 2, and the cavity 21 penetrates the bottom surface of the lower case 2, and a connection hole 22 communicating with the cavity 21 is formed in the top surface of the lower case 2.

[0024] The bottom surface of upper case 1 is detachably fixed to the top surface of lower case 2, whereby the top surface of lower case 2 seals the bottom surface of upper case 1. In this embodiment, the connection between upper case 1 and lower case 2 is an engagement connection (snap-fit ​​connection). That is, engagement claws 16 are provided on the bottom surface of the side walls of upper case 1, engagement grooves 24 that fit into said engagement claws 16 are provided on the top surface of lower case 2, and engagement blocks 25 that engage with said engagement claws 16 are installed in said engagement grooves 24.

[0025] In this embodiment, an internal thread 23 is formed on the bottom surface of the inner wall of the lower case 2. This allows the lower case 2 to be directly threaded onto the water supply pipe in the water tank of the humidifier, ensuring that the water flowing through the water supply pipe passes through the additive in the upper case 1.

[0026] In this embodiment, in order to make the rotational connection of the lower case 2 easier, an anti-slip rib 26 is provided on the bottom of the outer wall of the lower case 2 .

[0027] In this embodiment, a water guide groove 15 is provided on the outer wall of the upper case 1 along the axial direction, and holes 13 are located on both sides of the groove. When the liquid level in the humidifier's water tank drops, water can flow along the water guide groove 15 and through the holes 13 into the storage chamber.

[0028] In this embodiment, a water hole 27 communicating with the cavity 21 is provided on the side wall of the lower case 2 to ensure that sufficient water is supplied to the water supply pipe of the humidifier.

[0029] In this embodiment, the outer walls of the upper case 1 and the lower case 2 form a truncated cone shape with a smaller upper part and a larger lower part as a whole, which is a shape that achieves both aesthetic appeal and water flow efficiency.

[0030] The above-described embodiments are merely examples of the present invention, and various changes, modifications, or equivalent arrangements made by those skilled in the art are within the technical scope of the present invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0031] 1 Upper Case 2 Lower case 11 Bulkhead 12 Containment Room 13 Through hole 14 Through holes 15 Water Channel 16 Engagement claw 21 Cavity 22 Connection hole 23 Internal thread 24 Engagement groove 25 Engagement block 26 Anti-slip rib 27 Water vent

Claims

1. A multi-functional antibacterial cartridge for use in a humidifier, comprising: an upper case having an internal chamber, the chamber being divided into at least two storage compartments by a partition wall, each storage compartment having a side wall with a through hole communicating with the outside, and the chamber penetrating a bottom surface of the upper case; an additive disposed in each of the storage chambers; a lower case having a cavity penetrating the bottom surface therein and a connection hole communicating with the top surface; Equipped with The bottom surface of the upper case is removably fixed to the top surface of the lower case, whereby the top surface of the lower case seals the bottom surface of the upper case. This multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier is characterized by the above.

2. 2. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 1, wherein a through hole communicating with each of the storage chambers is formed in the top surface of the upper case.

3. 2. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 1, wherein an internal thread is formed on the bottom of the inner wall of the lower case.

4. 4. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 3, wherein an anti-slip rib is formed on the bottom of the outer wall of the lower case.

5. 2. A multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 1, characterized in that an engaging claw is provided on the bottom surface of the side wall of the upper case, and an engaging groove that fits into the engaging claw is formed on the top surface of the lower case.

6. 6. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 5, wherein the engagement groove is provided with an engagement block that engages with the engagement claw.

7. 2. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 1, wherein a water guide groove is formed along the axial direction on the outer wall of the upper case.

8. 8. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 7, wherein the through holes are arranged on both sides of the water guide groove.

9. 2. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 1, wherein a water passage hole communicating with the cavity is formed in a side wall of the lower case.

10. 2. The multifunctional antibacterial cartridge for a humidifier according to claim 1, wherein the outer walls of the upper case and the lower case are integrally formed into a truncated cone having a smaller upper portion and a larger lower portion.

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