Kitchen drain cap

Abstract

Conventional kitchen drain caps have holes that are either too small or too large, causing various inconveniences. This will be fixed while also improving the appearance and usability. [Solution] The following kitchen drain cap has a function of separating garbage by size, leading only garbage between 1 cm and a few centimeters in size to a trash can below, and has a heart mark in the center of the cap. The kitchen drain cap 8 has partitions 2, each uniformly several millimeters in width, extending radially from the center 4 of the circle where the heart mark 3 is located toward the circumferential frame 1 inside the circumferential frame 1, and partitions 5, each uniformly several millimeters in width, provided in a concentric pattern, or partitioned by the partitions 2, and partitioned in a lattice or approximately lattice pattern by partitions 6, each uniformly several millimeters in width, evenly provided on the same plane as the circumferential frame 1, to allow garbage between 1 cm and a few centimeters in size to pass through.

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] This invention relates to a drain cap for a kitchen sink. [Background technology]

[0002] To date, various shapes have been devised. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Application Publication No. 7-10072 [Patent Document 2] Patent Publication 2018-188835 [Patent Document 3] Utility model registration No. 3160221 [Patent Document 4] Patent Publication No. 2006-342646 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] We realized that conventional kitchen drain caps had holes that were either too small or too large, causing various inconveniences, and came up with this invention to correct this problem. At the same time, we also aimed to improve the appearance and usability of the cap. If the hole is too small, the cap will quickly fill with garbage, preventing it from reaching the wastebasket underneath, and often causing problems with drainage stopping and water accumulating in the sink. On the other hand, if it is too large, cups, peelers, etc. will fall out. Also, without a cap, the accumulated garbage will be visible, so some kind of attractive cover will be necessary. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] In order to solve this problem, we have constructed the following kitchen drain cap, which guides only garbage between 1 cm and a few centimeters in size into the trash can below, has a function for separating garbage by size, and has a heart mark in the center of the cap. The kitchen drain cap 8 is provided with passage holes 7 for passing garbage ranging in size from 1 cm to several centimeters evenly on the same plane as the circular frame 1, the passage holes 7 being provided by dividing the circular frame 1 into partitions 2 each having a uniform width of several millimeters or less radially extending from the center 4 of the circle on which the heart mark 3 is provided toward the circular frame 1, by dividing the circular frame 1 into partitions 5 each having a uniform width of several millimeters or less in the form of concentric circles, by dividing the circular frame 1 into partitions 2, or by dividing the circular frame 1 into partitions 6 each having a uniform width of several millimeters or less in the form of a grid or approximately grid.

[0006] The width of the partition is the width as seen in a plan view. In the case of a plate-shaped part, the width may be only a few millimeters, but the height may be large.

[0007] The surface on which the passage holes 7 are installed is the same surface as the surface on which the frame 1 is installed, so this does not have the conventional structure in which the surface on which the passage holes are installed is slightly lower than the circumferential frame to receive the garbage.

[0008] Similar through holes have been used in the past. cap While some have holes only in a part of the frame, the present invention is characterized by having holes evenly distributed over the entire surface of the frame 1, resulting in a structure that can maximize the function of the through holes compared to conventional structures.

[0009] A size of one centimeter to several centimeters means that it can be about that size in terms of length, width, or depth, and this covers the size of most kitchen trash. However, depending on the shape and dimensions of the circumferential frame 1 and each division, holes smaller than one centimeter may occur.

[0010] The heart mark placed in the center functions as an item to convey gratitude, as it represents the hope that the vegetables used in cooking will become rich compost and be returned to the earth to nurture new life, marking the beginning of a great cycle and the first step toward a world without waste. Effect of the Invention

[0011] Part 1 The through hole 7 of the present invention allows garbage with a size of about 1 cm to several cm to pass through and lead it to the garbage container below, but does not allow garbage larger than that to pass through, so that garbage can be sorted by size and troubles such as cups, bowls, peelers, etc. placed in the washing area can be prevented from falling into the trash container below without being noticed. Part 2 You might also think about putting a cap on the trash can to make the trash less visible, but is that really important? On the contrary, since the contents of the trash can are hidden, it is difficult to see what is inside, so you might not notice if it is overflowing with trash. In this regard, the passage hole of the present invention is large, and the structure allows you to clearly see the state of the trash can inside, making it easy to know when to throw out the trash. Part 3 Also, the heart mark on the drain cap helps camouflage accumulated debris. Part 4 Heart marks have a soothing appearance, so they can be expected to have a relaxing effect when working in the kitchen.

[0012] Usage 1 Larger trash that does not go through the hole is stopped at the cap, at which point it can be thrown directly into the separate larger trash can by hand. If you allow only trash between 1 and a few centimeters in size to pass through and lead it to the trash container below, most cooking waste will fall smoothly into the trash can below, and only the remaining larger trash will be left in the drain.However, since the larger trash is easy to grab with your hands, as soon as you notice this, you can move it to another trash can. Usage 2 After you've finished using the vegetables, they may turn into rich compost and return to the earth to nurture new life. This is a great cycle, a step towards a waste-free world, so as a sign of gratitude to the vegetables after you've finished using them, you can pass them through the drainage hole in the heart-shaped drainage cap.

[0013] The following describes the present invention in comparison with the prior art. Comparison with Patent Document 1: Japanese Utility Model Application Publication No. 7-10072. The holes in this document are obviously too small to allow for debris over 1 cm to pass through. Also, the center of the surface on which the holes are located in the periphery of the frame is specially raised, and the structure is not flat. In this regard, the passage hole of the present invention can allow dust particles ranging in size from 1 cm to several centimeters to pass through. In addition, the through hole of the present invention is a planar structure provided within the circumferential frame 1, on the same plane as the frame 1 is installed, so that the invention in the cited document 1 is different from the present invention.

[0014] Patent Document 2 Comparison with JP 2018-188835 The lid 3 of Patent Document 2 has only two passage holes in the center. In addition, the lid 3 is structured to cover the inside so that it is difficult to see inside. In contrast to this, the passage holes of the present invention are evenly provided on all flat surfaces within the circumferential frame 1. And it is easy to see inside through the large passage holes. From the above, it can be understood that Patent Document 2 and the present invention are different inventions. In addition, the reason why Patent Document 2 has only two through holes is that the designers did not think of increasing the number of through holes, or even if they did, they decided that there was no point in adding any more through holes. In other words, the present invention has been developed by constructing a device having many large through holes, which was previously thought to be meaningless, into a meaningful invention. Focusing on the usefulness of the function of sorting garbage into sizes ranging from 1 to several centimeters, the structure of the cap with holes evenly distributed over the entire surface was not a mere whim but the result of numerous prototype experiments, and is not something that even a person skilled in the art would easily come up with.

[0015] Patent Document 3 Comparison with Utility Model Registration No. 3160221 It is clear that it is impossible for a 1 cm particle of dust to pass through the holes in the filter, which is the part equivalent to the cap in Patent Document 3. In addition, the width of the part dividing the holes is not uniform but irregular. In this regard, the passage hole of the present invention is large enough to allow debris ranging from 1 cm to several cm in size to pass through. Furthermore, the passage holes of the present invention are divided by dividing sections (3, 4, 5) having a uniform width of within a few millimeters, and therefore the present invention is different from Patent Document 3.

[0016] Patent Document 4 Comparison with JP 2006-342646 The shape of Patent Document 4 has some similarities to the present invention, but since there is no heart mark in the center of the cap, Patent Document 4 differs from the present invention. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0017] [Figure 1] Overall view of Example 1 [Diagram 2] Overall view of Example 1 [Diagram 3] Overall view of Example 2 [Figure 4] Overall view of Example 2 [Diagram 5] Overall view of Example 2 [Figure 6] Overall view of the grid shape of Example 3 [Figure 7] Overall view of the roughly parallel cross shape of Example 3 [Figure 8] Overall view of the roughly parallel cross shape of Example 3 [Figure 9] Overall view of Example 4 [Figure 10] Overall view of Example 5 [Figure 11] Overall view of rubber part with slits [Figure 12] Overall view of Example 7 in the case of the rubber part of FIG. 11 [Figure 13] Overall view of rubber part with slits [Figure 14] Overall view of Example 7 in the case of the rubber part of FIG. 13 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0018] Various embodiments are presented below. EXAMPLES

[0019] A kitchen drain cap 8 is shown in Figures 1 and 2. The cap has circular frame 1 with partitions 2 each having a uniform width of several millimeters extending radially from the center 4 of the circle on which the heart mark 3 is located toward the circular frame 1, or with partitions 5 each having a uniform width of several millimeters arranged concentrically, and the cap has passage holes 7 for passing garbage ranging in size from 1 cm to several centimeters evenly provided on the same plane as the circular frame 1. EXAMPLES

[0020] Figures 3, 4, and 5 show a kitchen drain cap 8, which has a circular frame 1 with uniform partitions 2 of a few millimeters in width extending radially from the center 4 of the circle where the heart mark 3 is located toward the circumferential frame 1, and has passage holes 7 for passing garbage ranging in size from 1 cm to a few centimeters evenly provided on the same plane as the circumferential frame 1. EXAMPLES

[0021] Figs. 6, 7 and 8 show a kitchen drain cap 8 having a circular frame 1 with passage holes 7 for passing garbage ranging from 1 cm to several centimeters evenly arranged on the same plane as the circular frame 1, the passage holes 7 being divided into a lattice pattern or approximately lattice pattern by uniformly spaced partitions 6 each having a width of several millimeters or less, and a heart mark 3 at the center 4 of the circle. EXAMPLES

[0022] The central part of the surface within the circumferential frame 1 may be slightly elevated. However, as shown in Figure 9, the flatness must not be compromised. This will reduce the clogging of the passage hole 7 by debris, and reduce problems with drainage stopping due to accumulated debris. EXAMPLES

[0023] As shown in Figure 10, the shape of the partitions (2, 5, 6) can be selected from a variety of cross-sectional shapes within a few millimeters, such as wire, rod, or string, depending on the situation. EXAMPLES

[0024] The materials of the circular frame 1 and the partitions (2, 5, 6) can be metal, plastic, etc., depending on the situation, and the partition shape can be free from radial, concentric, or lattice shapes. For example, it may be possible to add more artistic elements to the shape. EXAMPLES

[0025] An example in which a rubber part 9 with slits (FIGS. 11 and 13) is connected to a drain cap 8 is shown in FIGS. The rubber part 9 allows garbage to pass through but also conceals the contents of the trash can, making it more convenient. It would also be a good idea to combine these into one cap part. EXAMPLES

[0026] Only the heart mark 3 can be made of a special color or material, making the heart mark stand out and increasing its commercial value. [Explanation of symbols]

[0027] 1. Circular frame, frame 2 Radially extending partition, partition 3 Heart symbol 4. Center of the circle 5. Concentrically formed partitions, partitions 6 A partition formed in a grid or approximately grid shape. 7 Passing hole 8 Drain cap 9 Rubber parts

Claims

[Claim 1] A kitchen drain cap 8 has a circular frame 1 with a heart mark 3 at its center 4, which can camouflage garbage accumulated in a wastebasket below, has a soothing effect in appearance, and conveys gratitude to vegetables after use. The frame 1 is provided with partitions (2, 5, 6) with a width of several millimeters or less, which are radially extended from the center 4 of the circle toward the frame 1, or in concentric circles, or in a grid or approximately grid shape, and through which garbage of a size of 1 cm to several centimeters can pass. The partitions are provided on the same plane as the frame 1.

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