A shower head and structure that controls water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button

Abstract

The structure controls water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button and includes an operating member (21), a transmission member (22), a water channel switching member (23), and a circuit control module. The operating member (21) switches water channels by rotating the water channel switching member (23) via the transmission member (22). The water channel switching member (23) drives the circuit control module during the water channel switching process. The showerhead also includes a showerhead body (1) and the structure for controlling water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with the single button described above. Because the showerhead can control water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button, it is easy to operate and has a simple appearance.

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to plumbing equipment, and more particularly to a water channel switching control device at the water outlet end of plumbing equipment. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventional water channel switching devices at the water outlet of water-related products, such as shower heads with electronic parts, usually require multiple buttons, one button for switching the water droplets and one button for switching the circuit, but in this case, the appearance design and convenience of use are greatly limited. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] The main technical problem that the present invention aims to solve is to provide a structure that allows a single button to control water channel switching and circuit opening and closing, which eliminates the drawbacks of conventional showerheads, such as the complexity of operation and the limitations of appearance. [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a structure for controlling water channel switching and opening and closing of a circuit with a single button, the structure includes an operating member, a transmission member, a water channel switching member, and a circuit control module. The operating member switches the water channel by rotating the water channel switching member via the transmission member, and the water channel switching member drives the circuit control module during the water channel switching process.

[0005] In a preferred embodiment, the circuit control module is an electronic switch, and the water path switching member is provided with a pressing member, which abuts against or separates from the electronic switch during the water path switching process.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment, the circuit control module is a positive conductive pin and a negative conductive pin, and a pressing member is provided on the water path switching member, and the pressing member conductively connects the positive conductive pin and the negative conductive pin during the water path switching process.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, the pressing member is disposed on the upper or lower surface of the ratchet along the axial direction of the ratchet and rotates in conjunction with the ratchet.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the pressing members are multiple and symmetrically distributed in rotation in the axial direction of the ratchet.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the pressing member, the water distribution dial and the ratchet are connected via an interlocking shaft.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the pressing member is mounted on the ratchet pawl and swings in conjunction with the ratchet pawl.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the electronic switch is a self-locking switch.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the operating member is a button, the transmission member includes a swing member and a sliding member, both ends of the swing member are in contact with the button and the sliding member, respectively, and the swing shaft of the swing member is disposed between both ends of the swing member.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, one end of the sliding member remote from the swinging member is operatively connected to a ratchet pawl for engaging or disengaging the ratchet pawl with the ratchet teeth of a ratchet.

[0014] The present invention further provides a structure for controlling the switching of water paths and opening and closing of a circuit with a single button, the structure including an operating member, a transmission member, a water path switching member, a pressing member and an electronic switch.

[0015] The operating member swings a pressing member via a transmission member to turn on or off the electronic switch. The pressing member rotates a water channel switching member during the swinging process to switch the water channel.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, the pressing member has a sliding groove formed along a radial direction of the circular arc when swinging, the operating member is a push button, and the transmission member has one end connected to slide along the sliding groove and the other end connected to move in conjunction with the push button along the moving direction of the push button.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment, the waterway switching Materials The water diversion dial includes a water diversion dial. The water diversion dial is fixedly connected to a pressing member. The pressing member rotates the water diversion dial to connect the water passage holes of the water diversion dial to different water discharge nozzles.

[0018] The present invention further provides a showerhead including a showerhead body and the above-mentioned structure for controlling the switching of water paths and opening and closing of a circuit with a single button. Effect of the Invention

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] The structure provided by the present invention for controlling water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button operates a water channel switching mechanism with a single button. During the water channel switching process, the water channel switching mechanism further rotates or swings a pressing member to press an electronic switch and trigger an electronic function to be turned on or off. Therefore, since it is possible to control water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button, the drawbacks of conventional showerheads, such as complicated operation and limited appearance, are eliminated. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0021] [Figure 1-1] FIG. 1-1 is a cross-sectional view of a showerhead according to a first preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 1-2] FIG. 1-2 is a schematic diagram of the water flow state when the electronic switch of the showerhead in the preferred embodiment 1 of the present invention is not pressed. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is a plan view of the showerhead in the first preferred embodiment of the present invention when the electronic switch is not pressed. [Figure 3-1] FIG. 3-1 is a cross-sectional view of the showerhead according to the first preferred embodiment of the present invention when an electronic switch is pressed. [Figure 3-2] FIG. 3-2 is a schematic diagram of the water flow state when the electronic switch of the shower head in the preferred embodiment 1 of the present invention is pressed. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a plan view of the showerhead according to the first preferred embodiment of the present invention when the electronic switch is pressed. [Diagram 5] FIG. 5 is a plan view of the showerhead according to the second preferred embodiment of the present invention when the electronic switch is not pressed. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a plan view of the showerhead according to the second preferred embodiment of the present invention when the electronic switch is pressed. [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a plan view of the showerhead according to the third preferred embodiment of the present invention when the electronic switch is pressed. [Figure 8] FIG. 8 is a plan view of the showerhead according to the third preferred embodiment of the present invention when the electronic switch is not pressed. [Figure 9] FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view of a showerhead according to a third preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a plan view of a showerhead according to a fourth preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 11] FIG. 11 is a plan view of a showerhead according to a fifth preferred embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0022] The following describes the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention clearly and concisely, in combination with the drawings related to the embodiments of the present invention. It should be noted that the embodiments described herein are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, and are not all of the embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative labor are all within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0023] In the description of the present invention, it should be explained that the directions or positional relationships indicated by terms such as "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", "top / bottom end", etc. are directions or positional relationships based on the drawings, and are merely for convenience and simplification of the description of the present invention, and do not expressly or imply that the subject devices or components have a specific orientation and must be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Thus, they should not be construed as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are merely for convenience of description, and should not be construed as expressing or implying relative importance.

[0024] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "mounted", "installed", "covered / covered", "connected" and the like should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" may be a fixed connection, a removable connection, an integral connection, a mechanical connection, or an electrical connection. It may also be a direct connection, an indirect connection via an intermediate medium, or a communication inside two members. Those skilled in the art can interpret the specific meaning of the above terms in the present invention according to the specific situation. EXAMPLES

[0025] 1 to 4, the present embodiment provides a showerhead including a showerhead body 1. Within the showerhead body 1, a shower water channel 4 and a microcurrent water channel 5, as well as a main control panel 31 for generating a microcurrent, are installed.

[0026] The showerhead body 1 is further provided with a structure for controlling the switching of water channels and the opening and closing of the circuit with a single button. With a single operating member, it is possible to switch the water channel from normal shower water to microcurrent water, and also to control the generation of microcurrent by the main control panel.

[0027] The structure of the present invention for controlling the switching of water channels and the opening and closing of a circuit with a single button specifically includes an operating member 21, a transmission member 22, a water channel switching member 23, and a circuit control module. The circuit control module in this embodiment is an electronic switch 24. A pressing member 231 linked to the electronic switch 24 is installed on the water channel switching member 23. The operating member 21 switches the water channels by rotating the water channel switching member 23 via the transmission member 22. During the water channel switching process, the pressing member 231 abuts against or separates from the electronic switch 24, turning the electronic switch 24 on or off.

[0028] The water channel switching member 23 in this embodiment includes a ratchet 232 and a water diversion dial 233 that are connected to work in conjunction with each other, and a ratchet claw 234 that works in conjunction with the transmission member 22. The ratchet 232 rotates the water diversion dial 233, thereby connecting the water passage holes of the water diversion dial 233 to different water discharge nozzles.

[0029] In the interlocking system of the pressing member 231 and the water channel switching member 23 in this embodiment, the pressing member 231 rotates with the rotation of the water diversion dial 233. Therefore, the pressing member 231 is installed on the upper or lower surface of the ratchet 232 along the axial direction of the ratchet 232, and rotates in conjunction with the ratchet 232. As a result, when the ratchet 232 rotates, the pressing member 231 and the water diversion dial 233 rotate in synchronization with the rotation of the ratchet 232. Specifically, the pressing member 231, the water diversion dial 233, and the ratchet 232 are connected via an interlocking shaft 25.

[0030] The water diversion dial 233 rotates continuously in one direction in response to the operation of the operating member 21. Therefore, in order to ensure that pressing the operating member 21 twice can complete one on / off cycle of the electronic switch 24, it is necessary to provide a plurality of pressing members 231, which are symmetrically distributed so as to rotate in the axial direction of the ratchet 232.

[0031] In this embodiment, the operating member 21 is a button, and the transmission member 22 includes a swinging member 221 and a sliding member 222. Both ends of the swinging member 221 are in contact with the button and the sliding member 222, respectively. The swinging shaft of the swinging member 221 is installed between both ends of the swinging member. One end of the sliding member 222 that is separated from the swinging member 221 is connected to the ratchet pawl 234 so as to be interlocked with the ratchet pawl 234, and the ratchet pawl 234 is engaged with or disengaged from the ratchet teeth of the ratchet 232. When the ratchet pawl 234 is disengaged from the ratchet teeth of the ratchet 232, the ratchet 232 rotates by one ratchet tooth to rotate the water distribution dial 233 and the pressing member 231. After that, the ratchet pawl 234 returns to its position and engages with the next ratchet tooth of the ratchet 232, stopping the rotation of the ratchet 232. As a result, the water diversion dial 233 stops at a position communicating with the shower waterway or a position communicating with the microcurrent waterway. The pressing member 231 also stops at a position separating or pressing the electronic switch 24.

[0032] When in use, as shown in Figs. 1-1, 1-2, and 2, the shower head is in a state where the shower water channel 4 is connected. When it is desired to switch the water discharge function, the button-like operating member 21 is pressed to swing the swinging member 221, thereby moving the sliding member 222. Then, the other end of the sliding member 222 is connected to the ratchet pawl 234 so as to move in conjunction with it, and the ratchet pawl 234 is separated from the ratchet teeth of the ratchet 232 (for example, Figs. 3-1, 3-2, and 4). This causes the ratchet 232 to rotate by one ratchet tooth, causing the water distribution dial 233 and the pressing member 231 to rotate. After that, the ratchet pawl 234 returns to its original position and engages with the next ratchet tooth of the ratchet 232, stopping the rotation of the ratchet 232. As a result, the water distribution dial 233 stops at a position communicating with the microcurrent waterway 5, and the pressing member 231 also stops at a position pressing the electronic switch 24. As a result, the electronic switch 24 turns on, the main control panel 32 for generating the microcurrent receives power, and the indicator 31 lights up. As a result, it is possible to realize both waterway switching control and circuit opening and closing control with a single button. EXAMPLES

[0033] 5 and 6, this embodiment differs from the first embodiment in the following respects. That is, the pressing member 231 is installed on the ratchet pawl 234 and swings in conjunction with the ratchet pawl 234. The pressing member 231 of this embodiment swings instead of rotating as in the first embodiment.

[0034] When the operating member 21 moves the ratchet pawl 234, the pressing member 231 swings, thereby triggering the electronic switch 24. When the operating member 21 is not operated, the ratchet pawl 234 is in a position where it engages with the ratchet pawl 234 of the ratchet 232, and its position changes only in the process of operating the operating member 21. Since the pressed state of the electronic switch 24 cannot be constantly maintained, in this embodiment, the electronic switch 24 is a self-locking switch. The electronic switch 24 can be switched between on and off simply by being touched, and it is not necessary to keep the electronic switch 24 pressed all the time.

[0035] The remaining part is similar to that of the first embodiment and will not be described in detail. EXAMPLES

[0036] 7 to 9, this embodiment differs from the first embodiment in the following respects. That is, the operating member 21 directly swings the pressing member 26 via the transmission member 22 to turn on or off the electronic switch 24. In addition, the pressing member 26 rotates the water channel switching member 23 during the swinging process to switch the water channel.

[0037] In order to realize the swinging of the pressing member 26, a sliding groove 261 is provided in the pressing member 26 along the radial direction of the arc when swinging. The operating member 21 is a push button. One end of the transmission member 22 is connected to slide in the sliding groove 261, and the other end is connected to move in conjunction with the push button along the moving direction of the push button. When the push button is pressed, one end of the transmission member 22 slides in the sliding groove 261, causing the pressing member 26 to swing.

[0038] Waterway switching by pressing member 26 Materials In order to achieve the above swing, the waterway switching Materials includes a water diversion dial 233. The water diversion dial 233 is fixedly connected to a pressing member 26. The pressing member 26 rotates the water diversion dial to connect the water passage holes of the water diversion dial 233 to different water discharge nozzles.

[0039] In this embodiment, the pressing member 26 is fixedly connected to the water diversion dial 233 by a screw 235 . EXAMPLES

[0040] 10, this embodiment differs from the first embodiment in the following respect. That is, there are two electronic switches 24. In this way, when the pressing member 231 comes into contact with one electronic switch 24, it can be separated from the other electronic switch 24. This makes it possible to achieve the purpose of turning on one circuit and turning off the other circuit in order to switch electronic functions. EXAMPLES

[0041] 11, the circuit control module is a positive conductive pin 27 and a negative conductive pin 28. The structure of the water path switching member is the same as that of the first embodiment. When the ratchet 232 rotates, one pressing member 231 is connected to the positive conductive pin 27, and the other pressing member 231 is connected to the negative conductive pin 27. Therefore, by simply making the ratchet out of a conductive material, when the ratchet 231 rotates, the positive conductive pin 27 and the negative conductive pin 28 can be electrically connected or disconnected, thereby realizing the on / off of electronic functions.

[0042] As described above, the structure of the present invention for controlling water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button switches water channels by rotating the water channel switching member via the transmission member with the operating member. The water channel switching member drives the circuit control module during the water channel switching process, thereby realizing water channel switching and circuit opening and closing control with a single button. The present invention can be used for various types of water outlets such as bathroom shower heads and kitchen shower heads.

[0043] The above description is merely a preferred specific embodiment of the present invention, and does not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Any equivalent replacement or modification made by a person skilled in the art based on the technical solutions and improved ideas of the present invention within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention shall be included in the scope of protection of the present invention. [Industrial Applicability]

[0044] The present invention provides a structure for controlling water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button. The operating member of the structure switches water channels by rotating a water channel switching member via a transmission member. The water channel switching member drives the circuit control module during the water channel switching process, thereby realizing water channel switching and circuit opening and closing control with a single button. The present invention is well designed and can be widely used. It can also be used with various types of water outlets such as shower heads.

Claims

1. A structure that controls waterway switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button, The device includes an operating member which is a single button, a transmission member, a water path switching member, and a circuit control module; The operating member switches the water path by rotating the water path switching member via the transmission member, and the water path switching member drives the circuit control module during the water path switching process. The circuit control module is a positive conductive pin and a negative conductive pin, and a pressing member is installed on the water path switching member, and during the water path switching process, the pressing member conductively connects the positive conductive pin and the negative conductive pin. This structure controls the switching of water paths and the opening and closing of a circuit with a single button.

2. The water channel switching member includes a ratchet and a water diversion dial connected to be interlocked, and a ratchet claw interlocked with a transmission member, and the ratchet rotates the water diversion dial to connect the water passage holes of the water diversion dial to different water outlet nozzles.A structure for controlling water channel switching and opening and closing of circuits with a single button as described in claim 1.

3. The structure for controlling the switching of water channels and the opening and closing of circuits with a single button as described in claim 2, characterized in that the pressing member is installed on the upper or lower surface of the ratchet along the axial direction of the ratchet and rotates in conjunction with the ratchet.

4. 4. The structure for controlling the switching of water channels and the opening and closing of circuits with a single button as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that the pressing members are plural and symmetrically distributed so as to rotate in the axial direction of the ratchet.

5. 5. The structure for controlling water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button according to claim 4, wherein the water distribution dial and the ratchet are connected via an interlocking shaft.

6. 3. A structure for controlling the switching of water channels and the opening and closing of circuits with a single button as claimed in claim 2, wherein the pressing member is installed on the ratchet pawl and swings in conjunction with the ratchet pawl.

7. The structure for controlling the switching of water channels and the opening and closing of circuits with a single button as described in any one of claims 3 to 6, characterized in that the transmission member includes a swinging member and a sliding member, both ends of the swinging member abut against the button and the sliding member, respectively, and the swinging shaft of the swinging member is installed between both ends of the swinging member.

8. A structure for controlling waterway switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button as described in claim 7, characterized in that one end of the sliding member that is separated from the oscillating member is connected in conjunction with the ratchet pawl to engage or disengage the ratchet pawl with the ratchet teeth of the ratchet.

9. A structure that controls waterway switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button, The device includes an operating member which is a single button, a transmission member, a waterway switching member, a pressing member, and an electronic switch, The operating member swings the pressing member via the transmission member to turn on or off the electronic switch, and the pressing member rotates the water channel switching member during the swinging process to switch the water channel, The structure is characterized in that a sliding groove is provided in the pressing member along the radial direction of the arc when swinging, the operating member is a push button, and the transmission member is connected at one end to slide along the sliding groove and at the other end to move in conjunction with the push button along the moving direction of the push button.

10. The structure for controlling water channel switching and opening and closing of circuits with a single button as described in claim 9, characterized in that the water channel switching member includes a water diversion dial, the water diversion dial is fixedly connected to a pressing member, and the pressing member rotates the water diversion dial to connect the water passage holes of the water diversion dial to different water outlet nozzles.

11. A showerhead comprising a showerhead body and a structure for controlling water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 10.

12. A shower head comprising a shower head body and a structure for controlling water channel switching and circuit opening and closing with a single button, The structure for controlling the switching of water channels and opening and closing of circuits with a single button is as follows: The device includes an operating member which is a single button, a transmission member, a water path switching member, and a circuit control module; The operating member switches the water path by rotating the water path switching member via the transmission member, and the water path switching member drives the circuit control module during the water path switching process. The shower head body includes a shower water channel, a microcurrent water channel, and a main control panel for generating microcurrent. The button switches the waterway by rotating a waterway switching member via a transmission member, and the waterway switching member drives the circuit control module during the waterway switching process. The showerhead is characterized in that the circuit control module is a positive conductive pin and a negative conductive pin, a pressing member is installed on the water path switching member, and during the water path switching process, the pressing member conductively connects the positive conductive pin and the negative conductive pin.

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