Water supply device and faucet including same

Abstract

The present invention relates to a water supply device and a faucet including same. The present invention may comprise a case and a components-accommodating part provided in the interior of the case. The case may include a flow path guide pack receiving raw water from a raw water inlet. The flow path guide pack may be disposed closer to the raw water inlet than the components-accommodating part, in the interior of the case.

Description

Water supply device and water tap including same

[0001] The present invention relates to a water supply device and a water faucet.

[0002] A water supply device is a device that supplies water to a user. When the user operates the water supply device, stored water or externally supplied raw water can be supplied to the user through the water supply device. Examples of such water supply devices include faucets used in bathrooms or kitchens.

[0003] A faucet can supply cold water and hot water from an externally supplied raw water source to a user. The faucet can provide either the cold water or the hot water, or a mixed water of the cold water and the hot water, to the user. The faucet is provided with an inlet for the raw water to flow in, and the inlet can be connected to a raw water pipe built into a wall, which is a mounting part. When the inlet and the raw water pipe are connected, the faucet can be fixed to the wall.

[0004] Recently, faucets with built-in filters or thermostats, or even with shelf functions, are being used. For example, Korean Patent No. 10-2290122 (Prior Art 1) and Korean Patent No. 10-2074796 (Prior Art 2) disclose faucets equipped with water filters, while Korean Utility Model No. 20-0494544 (Prior Art 3) discloses faucets equipped with shelf functions.

[0005] As various functions are added to the faucet, the bending moment due to the weight of the faucet increases. This bending moment increases the load concentrated on the inlet, which may cause damage to the inlet or fatigue failure. In particular, the weight of the connecting pipes for delivering raw water to the components built into the faucet, such as the filter, is added, and the connecting pipes must extend to the filter, further increasing the weight of the entire faucet. In addition, the center of gravity of the faucet moves away from the mounting part, which causes the load concentrated on the inlet to become even greater.

[0006] To address this, in addition to the aforementioned connectors, the number of fasteners, such as screws, needed to secure the faucet to the mounting surface must increase. For example, prior art 1 includes fastening holes for securing the main body of the faucet to the mounting surface (wall). However, these fasteners not only increase the number of components, but also expose the faucet, potentially compromising its aesthetic appeal.

[0007] Meanwhile, as the functions of a faucet increase, the internal flow path within the faucet becomes more complex, and the number of components, such as pipes, required to form the flow path increases. To address this, faucets can be manufactured as cast metal. For example, the faucet described above can be molded from a brass casting. However, cast faucets are expensive to manufacture, and due to the nature of the material, post-processing is difficult, leading to a high defect rate during the manufacturing process. Furthermore, cast faucets are heavy, which can reduce stability when installed on a wall due to the large load.

[0008] The present invention is intended to solve the problems of the prior art as described above, and the purpose of the present invention is to disperse the load concentrated on the connecting portion connecting the water supply and the mounting portion due to the increased weight caused by the installation of components such as a filter and a generator.

[0009] Another object of the present invention is to bring the center of gravity of the water pump closer to the mounting part.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to have a euro guide pack placed in a water tap take charge of the inflow / distribution / discharge of water.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to reduce the increase in thickness in the front-rear direction of a water supply device even when components such as a filter and a generator are provided.

[0012] Another object of the present invention is to distribute the load of the connecting portion connecting the faucet and the mounting portion to the reinforcing plate by placing a reinforcing plate between the faucet and the mounting portion.

[0013] According to a feature of the present invention for achieving the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention may include a case and a parts storage portion provided inside the case. The case may include a flow guide pack that receives raw water from a raw water inlet. The flow guide pack may be arranged closer to the raw water inlet than the parts storage portion inside the case.

[0014] The interior of the above-mentioned Euro guide pack may be provided with a plurality of Euros. Some of the plurality of Euros may be opened toward the component storage compartment.

[0015] The above-described euro guide pack may include a first euro body and a second euro body that are coupled to each other. A plurality of euros may be provided between the first euro body and the second euro body. The first euro body and the second euro body may be coupled to each other in the direction in which the raw water flows.

[0016] The above plurality of euros may be provided in a direction orthogonal to the joining direction of the first euro body and the second euro body.

[0017] The above plurality of euros can be arranged on the same plane inside the euro guide pack.

[0018] The above-mentioned euro guide pack may include an inlet through which raw water flows in from the raw water inlet, and an outlet through which the raw water is supplied to the outside. The above-mentioned euro guide pack may further include a plurality of euros connecting the inlet and the outlet.

[0019] The plurality of said plurality of euros may include a plurality of connecting ports open toward the component storage portion.

[0020] The above inlet and the above plurality of connecting ports can be opened in opposite directions.

[0021] The above inlet, the above outlet and the above plurality of connecting ports can each be opened in different directions.

[0022] The plurality of said plurality of euros may be provided in directions orthogonal to the directions in which the inlet and the plurality of said connecting ports are opened.

[0023] The above outlet may be placed at the bottom of the euro guide pack.

[0024] A filter for purifying the raw water may be placed in the above-mentioned parts storage compartment. The filter may include a filter inlet for receiving raw water from the flow guide pack and a filter outlet for delivering purified raw water to the flow guide pack. The filter inlet and the filter outlet may each be connected to the flow paths of the flow guide pack.

[0025] The above-mentioned parts storage unit may be provided with a filter for purifying the raw water and a generator that generates power by the water pressure of the raw water purified by the filter. The filter and the generator may be connected to each other by means of channels provided in the flow guide pack.

[0026] A regulator for controlling the flow rate or temperature of water discharged to the outside of the case may be placed in the above-mentioned parts storage compartment. The regulator may be connected to the channels of the above-mentioned euro guide pack.

[0027] A reinforcing plate may be combined with the above euro guide pack. The reinforcing plate may be made of a different material from the above euro guide pack.

[0028] The surface of the above reinforcing plate can be in contact with the surface of the above euro guide pack.

[0029] The above reinforcing plate may include a first surface that contacts the euro guide pack and a second surface that contacts the case.

[0030] The above reinforcing plate can be placed between the euro guide pack and the case.

[0031] The above reinforcing plate may include a flange coupled to the raw water inlet.

[0032] The above Euro guide pack may have an inlet protruding from it that is connected to the raw water inlet. The flange may surround the inlet.

[0033] In the above case, the inlet guide can be opened. The flange can be exposed to the outside through the inlet guide.

[0034] The above flange may be provided with a flange screw thread that is connected to the nut portion of the raw water inlet.

[0035] The above Euro guide pack may have a recessed mounting groove. The above reinforcing plate may be seated in the mounting groove.

[0036] The above reinforcing plate can be insert-molded into the interior of the euro guide pack.

[0037] The above reinforcing plate may include a plate body having a plate hole formed therethrough. A flange may protrude from the plate body in the direction of the raw water inlet. A flange hole connected to the plate hole may be formed through the flange. The flange may be coupled to the raw water inlet.

[0038] A reinforcing plate may be placed on the opposite side of the euro guide pack with the case interposed therebetween. The reinforcing plate may be coupled to the raw water inlet.

[0039] The above-mentioned euro guide pack may include a first inlet and a second inlet for receiving raw water from the raw water inlet. The above-mentioned reinforcing plate may include a first plate having a first plate hole connected to the first inlet. The above-mentioned reinforcing plate may further include a second plate having a second plate hole spaced apart from the first plate and connected to the second inlet.

[0040] The water supply device and the water faucet including the same according to the present invention as discussed above have the following effects.

[0041] In the present invention, a water supply device may be provided with a flow guide pack for distributing water. The flow guide pack may be positioned closer to the raw water inlet (eccentric coupler) than the parts storage compartment of the water supply device. By positioning the flow guide pack closer to the raw water inlet than other components, such as a filter, positioned in the parts storage compartment, the load concentrated at the connection between the flow guide pack and the raw water inlet can be distributed. This can improve the durability of the water supply device, including the flow guide pack.

[0042] In addition, in the present invention, the Euro Guide Pack can be positioned so that it is erected at the rear of the water supply device case. When the Euro Guide Pack is positioned at the rear of the case, the distance at which the Euro Guide Pack protrudes forward can be shortened. This reduces the bending moment caused by the weight of components, including the Euro Guide Pack, and improves the installation safety of the water supply device.

[0043] In particular, the water guide pack of the present invention may include complex channels for the inflow / distribution / discharge of water. If such a water guide pack is placed at the rear of the case, the center of gravity of the water supply device may shift rearward. Therefore, even if the water supply device includes complex channels within the case, cracks or sagging of the connecting portion due to the overall weight of the water supply device can be prevented.

[0044] In addition, the euro guide pack includes a first euro body and a second euro body that are coupled to each other, and the euros can be provided between the first euro body and the second euro body. The euros can be provided in a direction orthogonal to the coupling direction of the first euro body and the second euro body. In particular, a plurality of euros can be arranged on the same plane within the euro guide pack. In this way, the euros can have a large cross-sectional area while preventing the forward-backward length of the water supply device from increasing due to the euros. Therefore, the bending moment due to the forward-backward length of the water supply device can be reduced, and the aesthetics of the water supply device can be improved.

[0045] In particular, the first and second Euro bodies constituting the Euro guide pack can be formed from injection molded materials. This not only reduces the weight of the Euro guide pack, but also enables mass production by allowing the first and second Euro bodies to be joined by methods such as heat fusion.

[0046] In addition, in the present invention, a reinforcing plate may be attached to the euro guide pack. The reinforcing plate may be attached to the raw water inlet (eccentric coupler) in place of the euro guide pack. In this way, the load due to the weight of the water supply device can be concentrated at the connection between the raw water inlet and the reinforcing plate, rather than at the connection between the inlet of the euro guide pack and the raw water inlet. Accordingly, the durability of the euro guide pack can be improved.

[0047] Additionally, the Euroguide pack and the reinforcing plate can be in surface contact with each other. When the Euroguide pack and the reinforcing plate are in surface contact, the bonding area between them increases, allowing the weight of the Euroguide pack to be distributed toward the reinforcing plate. Consequently, the durability of the Euroguide pack can be further enhanced.

[0048] Additionally, the reinforcing plate can be positioned at the rear of the case along with the Euroguide pack. This allows the connection between the reinforcing plate and the raw water inlet to remain hidden from the front of the water supply unit. The reinforcing plate enhances installation stability while preventing the exposed connection area, thereby enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the water supply unit.

[0049] Additionally, in the present invention, the rear of the case can be positioned between the euro guide pack and the raw water inlet, and during the process of joining the euro guide pack and the raw water inlet, the euro guide pack can be firmly pressed against the rear of the case. Accordingly, the load applied to the connection between the euro guide pack and the raw water inlet can also be distributed to the rear of the case.

[0050] In addition, in the present invention, a load applied to the connection between the reinforcing plate and the raw water inlet can be transmitted to the flow guide pack via the reinforcing plate. At this time, since both surfaces of the reinforcing plate are in close contact with the flow guide pack and the rear of the case, a portion of the load transmitted to the flow guide pack can be distributed toward the case, thereby further enhancing the installation stability of the water supply device.

[0051] Additionally, in the present invention, multiple flow paths can be arranged on the same plane within the flow path guide pack. When the flow paths are arranged on the same plane, the forward and backward widths occupied by the flow paths remain constant, allowing for a more compact flow path guide pack. Furthermore, when the flow paths are arranged on the same plane, excessive bending in the flow paths is eliminated, allowing for smooth water flow.

[0052] Furthermore, in the present invention, the water guide pack is equipped with independent channels from the internal space of the water supply device, allowing for the branching and discharge of water introduced from the outside. Since water flows through the channels of the water guide pack, complex channels can be implemented without multiple hoses. This simplifies the internal structure of the water supply device and prevents problems such as reduced flow rate due to hose folding.

[0053] In addition, since the inflow / branching / discharge of water in the present invention can be exclusively handled by the euro guide pack, the internal structure of the water supply device can be made simple even if components such as a filter, a water generator, and an automatic temperature controller (thermostat) are built into the water supply device.

[0054] In addition, in the present invention, a water inlet may be opened in the same direction as the first direction in which the first and second euro bodies constituting the euro guide pack are assembled. The inlet may be made large by utilizing a large surface area on the front or back of the euro guide pack. Accordingly, water can flow smoothly through the inlet, and the water pressure around the inlet may be reduced, thereby increasing the durability of the euro guide pack.

[0055] Additionally, the water supply device of the present invention may be equipped with a water generator. The water generator generates electrical energy using water pressure and supplies it to a display, etc. Since the water generator of the present invention is located within the main body of the water supply device, rather than in a final discharge device such as a showerhead, it can provide various information to the user through the main body's display, or utilize a communication device or lighting device.

[0056] Figure 1 is an exemplary diagram showing the structure of a water faucet to which an example of a water supply device according to the present invention is applied.

[0057] Figure 2 is a side view showing an example of a water supply device according to the present invention installed on a wall.

[0058] Figure 3 is a bottom view showing the structure of an example of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0059] Figure 4 is a rear view showing the structure of an example of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0060] Figure 5 is a perspective view showing the components constituting one embodiment of the present invention in an exploded manner.

[0061] Figure 6 is a perspective view showing the case constituting one embodiment of the present invention removed and the remaining parts disassembled.

[0062] Fig. 7 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of the present invention with the case removed and the remaining parts disassembled at a different angle from Fig. 6.

[0063] Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view taken along line VIII-VIII' of Figure 5.

[0064] Figure 9 is a front view showing the remaining parts with the case constituting one embodiment of the present invention removed.

[0065] Fig. 10 is a rear view showing the remaining components with the case constituting one embodiment of the present invention removed.

[0066] Figure 11 is a plan view showing the remaining components with the case constituting one embodiment of the present invention removed.

[0067] Figure 12 is a bottom view showing the remaining components with the case constituting one embodiment of the present invention removed.

[0068] Fig. 13 is a perspective view showing the structure of a euro guide pack and a reinforcing plate constituting one embodiment of the present invention in an exploded manner.

[0069] Fig. 14 is a perspective view showing the structure of a euro guide pack and a reinforcing plate constituting an embodiment of the present invention, taken from a different angle than Fig. 13.

[0070] Fig. 15 is a cross-sectional view taken along line XV-XV' of Fig. 5.

[0071] Fig. 16 is a perspective view showing a second embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0072] Figure 17 is a perspective view showing a third embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0073] Fig. 18 is a cross-sectional view showing the structure of a euro guide pack constituting a fourth embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0074] Fig. 19 is a perspective view showing an exploded view of a euro guide pack and a reinforcing plate constituting a fifth embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0075] Fig. 20 is a cross-sectional view showing a sixth embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0076] Fig. 21 is a cross-sectional view showing a seventh embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0077] Fig. 22 is a cross-sectional view showing an eighth embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0078] Fig. 23 is a cross-sectional view showing a ninth embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0079] Fig. 24 is a cross-sectional view showing a tenth embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0080] Fig. 25 is a cross-sectional view showing an 11th embodiment of a water supply device according to the present invention.

[0081] Hereinafter, some embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to exemplary drawings. When designating components in each drawing, it should be noted that, where possible, identical components will be given the same reference numerals, even if they appear in different drawings. Furthermore, when describing embodiments of the present invention, if a detailed description of a related known structure or function is deemed to hinder understanding of the embodiments of the present invention, such detailed description will be omitted.

[0082] The present invention relates to a water supply device (10). The water supply device (10) of the present invention can provide raw water supplied from an external water source by treating the raw water in various ways. The water supply device (10) can be applied to a faucet or other water supply device. Here, the faucet can include a faucet used in a bathroom, such as a shower faucet, and a faucet used in a kitchen, such as a sink faucet. In addition, the faucet can be used as an outdoor faucet in addition to an indoor one. The water supply device (10) can also be applied to a home appliance that supplies water, such as a water purifier.

[0083] Here, the raw water is water supplied from an external source, and may be tap water. More specifically, the raw water may include cold water and hot water. For reference, hereinafter, the raw water refers to water supplied from an external source, the mixed water refers to water mixed with the cold water and the hot water, the regulated water refers to water whose flow rate has been regulated by a flow regulator (150), and the purified water refers to water from which impurities have been filtered by a filter (160).

[0084] The water supply device (10) of the present invention can provide functions such as mixing cold water and hot water, purifying water, supplying power through a generator (170), transmitting information through a display (70), receiving / sending data through a communication means, automatic control through a control device, or discharging water through multiple water outlets. Hereinafter, the structure for distributing the weight of the water supply device (10) including the flow guide pack (100) for distributing water and increasing the durability of the flow guide pack (100) will be described.

[0085] For reference, the front and rear of the water supply device (10) below refer to the X-axis direction of FIG. 1. The left and right of the water supply device (10) refer to the Y-axis direction of FIG. 1. The top and bottom of the water supply device (10) refer to the Z-axis direction of FIG. 1. In addition, the front of the water supply device (10) refers to the front of the water supply device (10) far from the installation surface (W), and is indicated as Os in FIG. 1. The rear of the water supply device (10) refers to the side toward the installation surface (W), and is indicated as Is in FIG. 1.

[0086] Referring to Fig. 1, the water supply device (10) is illustrated as being used as a shower faucet. The shower head may include a first water pipe (1) and a rainfall shower head (2) connected to the first water pipe (1). The shower head may include a handheld shower head (4) connected to a second water pipe (3). The second water pipe (3) may be made of a flexible hose material.

[0087] The above-described rainfall showerhead (2) and the handheld showerhead (4) can be supplied with water from the water supply device (10). The water supply device (10) can receive raw water from an external source and supply it to the rainfall showerhead (2) and the handheld showerhead (4). Although not shown in FIG. 1, the water supply device (10) can be provided with a lower outlet (25, see FIG. 3) for discharging water into a bathtub. Hereinafter, the rainfall showerhead (2) will be referred to as a first outlet, the handheld showerhead (4) as a second outlet, and the lower outlet (25) as a third outlet, respectively.

[0088] As such, in the present embodiment, the water supply device (10) may include a plurality of water outlets. Here, the water outlets may include the rainfall showerhead (2), the hand showerhead (4), and the lower water outlets (25). The water supply device (10) may internally branch water and deliver water to one or more of the plurality of water outlets.

[0089] Fig. 1 illustrates a first knob (40) of a temperature controller (140) for controlling the temperature of water. When the first knob (40) is rotated, the temperature controller (140) operates to discharge mixed water of hot water and cold water, or to discharge hot water or cold water without being mixed. The water supply device (10) may further include a second knob (50) separately from the first knob (40). The second knob (50) is for operating a flow controller (150) for controlling the flow rate of the discharged water. When the second knob (50) is rotated, the flow rate of the discharged water can be controlled.

[0090] In addition to the first knob (40) and the second knob (50), the water supply device (10) may be provided with selection levers (190). The selection levers (190) may be connected to a water outlet selector (180) to be described below. The water outlet selector (180) may allow a user to select which of the plurality of water outlets to discharge water through. In the present embodiment, the water outlet selector (180) may include a total of three selection levers (190). The three selection levers (190) may discharge water through the rainfall showerhead (2), the hand showerhead (4), and the lower water outlets (25), respectively.

[0091] The above selection levers (190) may be arranged between the temperature controller (140) and the flow controller (150). The temperature controller (140) and the flow controller (150) may be provided to be arranged at both ends of the front of the water supply device (10). The selection levers (190) may be arranged between the temperature controller (140) and the flow controller (150). In this way, the water supply device (10) can provide a unified aesthetic to the user through a symmetrical structure. The temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), and the water outlet selector (180) will be examined in detail again below.

[0092] Referring to FIG. 2, the water supply device (10) is illustrated as being installed on a wall, which is an installation surface (W). In this way, the rear surface of the water supply device (10) faces the installation surface (W), and the water supply device (10) can protrude from the installation surface (W). The water supply device (10) can be fixed to the installation surface (W) through a wall-mounted installation adapter (7a, 7b). Accordingly, a large load due to the weight of the water supply device (10) can be concentrated on the installation adapter (7a, 7b). In the present embodiment, as will be described below, the load applied to the installation adapter (7a, 7b) can be reduced through the structure of the flow guide pack (100), the arrangement of the components, and the reinforcing plate (130). As another example, the water supply device (10) can be stored in a recessed storage portion on a wall. As another example, the water supply device (10) may be supported at the bottom by an installation adapter (7a, 7b) connected to the bottom of the water supply device (10).

[0093] The above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b) can be coupled with a raw water inlet (not shown). More precisely, the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b) can be viewed as a type of coupler connecting the raw water inlet and the water supply device (10). Since the raw water supplied from the raw water inlet is delivered to the water supply device (10) through the installation adapters (7a, 7b), the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b) can also be viewed as a part of the raw water inlet. At this time, the raw water inlet can be built into the interior of the installation surface (W). The above-described raw water inlet can constitute one end of a pipe connected to an external water source. The above-described raw water inlet can be coupled to one end of the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b), and the other end of the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b) can be coupled to the water supply device (10).

[0094] As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, outlets (OH1, OH2, OH3) and a handle (165') of a filter (160) to be described later may be exposed at the bottom of the water supply device (10). A user may hold the handle (165') and detach and replace the filter unit (163) constituting the filter (160). In the present embodiment, the filter unit (163) may be mounted / detached in the vertical direction, and this structure will be described again below.

[0095] Referring to Fig. 3, which shows the lower portion of the water supply device (10), a plurality of outlets (OH1, OH2, OH3) may be opened at the lower portion of the water supply device (10). The plurality of outlets (OH1, OH2, OH3) may include a first outlet (OH1), a second outlet (OH2), and a third outlet (OH3). Separate hoses may be connected to the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2). In the present embodiment, the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) are arranged adjacent to each other, but in another example, the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) may be spaced apart from each other.

[0096] The first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) may be arranged at a position tilted toward the rear of the water supply device (10). Referring to FIG. 3, the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) may be arranged at a lower portion of the water supply device (10). That is, the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) may be arranged at a position close to the installation surface (W). In this way, when the hoses are connected to the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2), the bending moment applied to the connection portion of the installation adapter (7a, 7b) and the flow guide pack (100) or the reinforcing plate (130) described below due to the weight of the hoses can be reduced.

[0097] In this embodiment, the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) can be opened in a second direction different from the first direction, which is the coupling direction of the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120). The first direction is the same as the X-axis direction of Fig. 1, and the second direction may be a direction orthogonal to the first direction (the Z-axis direction of Fig. 1) or a direction extending obliquely from the direction orthogonal to the first direction.

[0098] The third outlet (OH3) above may be opened downward without being connected to a separate hose. Water discharged through the third outlet (OH3) may be discharged toward the floor. If a bathtub is placed below the third outlet (OH3), the third outlet (OH3) may become a lower outlet (25), and if a sink is placed, the third outlet (OH3) may become a sink outlet.

[0099] The handle (165') of the filter (160) described above may be exposed at the bottom of the water supply device (10). The handle (165') may protrude from the filter cover (165). The user may rotate the handle (165') to separate the filter unit (163) including the filter cover (165) from the water supply device (10) or to attach it to the water supply device (10).

[0100] Drawing reference numeral 75 represents an operation button (75). The operation button (75) may be used to operate a control device (not shown) located inside the water supply device (10). For example, the operation button (75) may be a reset switch. As another example, the operation button (75) may be a power switch for turning the display (70) on / off.

[0101] Referring to FIGS. 3 and 4, a rear cover (22) may be provided on the rear of the case (20). The rear cover (22) may shield the rear of the component mounting portion (23). The rear cover (22) may have a structure that protrudes toward the rear of the case (20). The rear cover (22) may be provided integrally on the rear of the case (20). The rear cover (22) may be provided with an inlet guide (22a) for connection with inlets (IH). The inlet guides (22a) may be configured as a pair for the introduction of hot and cold water. Reference numeral 22b denotes a hose passage hole through which the hose passes when extended, and reference numeral 22b' denotes a recessed portion recessed by the thickness of the hose.

[0102] The inlet connection port (118) can be exposed through the above-mentioned inlet guide (22a). The inlet connection port (118) can be viewed as a type of tube protruding from the euro guide pack (110). The inlets (IH1, IH2) can be opened through each of the pair of inlet connection ports (118).

[0103] The above inlet connector (118) is connected to the raw water inlet, so that the inlets (IH1, IH2) can receive raw water. At this time, the inlet connector (118) may be surrounded by a flange (136) and flange screw thread (138) of a reinforcing plate (130) to be described below. As shown in Fig. 4, the inlet connector (118) may be arranged to be concentric with the flange screw thread (138).

[0104] The above inlet connection port (118) is not directly connected to the installation adapter (7a, 7b), but the flange screw thread (138) of the reinforcing plate (130) may be connected to the installation adapter (7a, 7b). Therefore, the load due to the weight of the water supply device (10) may not be transmitted to the inlet connection port (118), but may be applied to the connection portion by the flange screw thread (138) and the installation adapter (7a, 7b). This structure will be described again below.

[0105] FIG. 5 illustrates an exploded view of components constituting the water supply device (10). As seen therein, the exterior and framework of the water supply device (10) may be formed by a case (20). The case (20) may have a component mounting portion (23) provided therein. The front of the component mounting portion (23) may be open, and the open portion (21) may be covered by a cover plate (30). In the present embodiment, the case (20) may be formed so that the left and right widths are longer than the height. The upper and lower surfaces of the case (20) may be a planar structure that is parallel to each other. The left and right sides of the case (20) may be curved. This shape of the case (20) is only one example, and may have various shapes. The case (20) may also be viewed as a water faucet body.

[0106] A lower outlet (25) may be provided at the lower portion of the above-mentioned component mounting portion (23). The lower outlet (25) may be connected to the third outlet (OH3). Water discharged through the third outlet (OH3) may fall downward through the lower outlet (25). The lower outlet (25) may be in the form of a long hole extending left and right.

[0107] A filter hole (26) may be opened at the bottom of the component mounting portion (23). The filter hole (26) may be formed by penetrating the bottom surface of the case (20). The filter hole (26) may be viewed as a hole through which the filter portion (163) described below is inserted and removed. The filter hole (26) may be formed in a circular shape at the lower right side of the component mounting portion (23). The shape of the filter hole (26) may have various shapes corresponding to the shape of the filter portion (163). Drawing reference numeral 27 indicates a hole through which the operation button (75) protrudes.

[0108] As shown in Fig. 5, a display (70), a flow guide pack (100), a temperature controller (140), a flow controller (150), a filter (160), a generator (170), and a water outlet selector (180) may be arranged inside the component mounting portion (23). Among the display (70), the flow guide pack (100), the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180), the display (70), the flow guide pack (100), and the generator (170) may not be exposed to the outside but may be stored in the component mounting portion (23). Some parts of the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), and the water outlet selector (180) may be exposed to the outside so that they may be manipulated or replaced.

[0109] The display (70) can provide various information to the user using the power generated from the generator (170). The display (70) may include a control device. The display (70) can display information such as the temperature of the discharged water, the flow rate, the usage period of the filter unit (163), the replacement time of the filter (160), and the currently selected discharge unit. The cover plate (30) is arranged in front of the display (70), but the cover plate (30) can transmit the light emitting unit of the display (70) forward. For this purpose, the entirety or a portion of the cover plate (30) may be made of a transparent or translucent material. When the display (70) is configured as a touch panel, the user may input an operation command by touching the surface of the cover plate (30).

[0110] Although not shown, the control device may include a communication module for communication. The communication module may include one or more of a Bluetooth communication module, a WiFi communication module, a Zigbee communication module, and an NFC communication module. The communication module may receive power through the generator (170).

[0111] The temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180) may each be connected to the flow guide pack (100). Here, connection means that water can pass between the two components. In the present embodiment, except for the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180), the components are not directly connected to each other, but may be indirectly connected through the flow guide pack (100). Accordingly, the flow path for the water flow can be exclusively taken care of by the flow guide pack (100), and the flow guide pack (100) can provide a flow path that is sufficiently wide and of a constant size therein. This structure will be described in detail again below.

[0112] Figures 6 and 7 illustrate the components arranged in the component mounting portion (23) in an exploded state. Figure 6 illustrates a view of the components as viewed from the front of the water supply device (10), and Figure 7 illustrates a view of the components as viewed from the rear of the water supply device (10). As can be seen, the flow guide pack (100) and the reinforcing plate (130) can be arranged at the rearmost position. The temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180) can be arranged in front of the flow guide pack (100).

[0113] In this embodiment, the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180) may be arranged left-right or up-down. More precisely, the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180) may be arranged vertically with different heights from each other. The temperature controller (140) and the flow controller (150) may be arranged to be spaced apart from each other in the left-right direction. The filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180) may be arranged between the temperature controller (140) and the flow controller (150). In this way, when the components except for the flow guide pack (100) are arranged left-right or up-down rather than front-to-back, the front-to-back length of the water supply device (10) can be minimized. As previously explained, if the front-rear length of the water supply device (10) is short, the bending moment applied to the installation adapter (7a, 7b) can be reduced.

[0114] The above-described flow guide pack (100) may have a plurality of flow paths (P) therein. These plurality of flow paths (P) may transfer or receive water to or from the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180). The flow guide pack (100) may be considered to be in charge of the water flow path. Of course, water also flows inside the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180), but the flow guide pack (100) may play a role in transferring water between the components.

[0115] The above-described flow guide pack (100) may be arranged closer to the installation adapter (7a, 7b), which is the raw water inlet, than to the component receiving portion (23) inside the case (20). In other words, the flow guide pack (100) may be arranged closer to the installation surface (W) than to the component receiving portion (23). It may also be considered that the flow guide pack (100) is arranged at a position farther from the cover plate (30) than the component receiving portion (23). When the flow guide pack (100) is arranged closer to the raw water inlet, the bending moment applied to the installation adapter (7a, 7b) by the weight of the flow guide pack (100) can be reduced.

[0116] The above-described flow guide pack (100) may be positioned further from the cover plate (30) than the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180). The flow guide pack (100) has a larger area than other components, and is heavier due to the added weight of the water flowing through the internal flow paths (P). When the flow guide pack (100) is positioned close to the installation surface (W), the bending moment applied to the installation adapter (7a, 7b) due to the weight of the flow guide pack (100) can be reduced.

[0117] In this embodiment, the flow guide pack (100) may be arranged closer to the installation surface (W) than the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180). An installation adapter (7a, 7b) for transmitting external water is installed on the installation surface (W). When the flow guide pack (100) is arranged closer to the installation surface (W), the path through which external water flows into the interior of the flow guide pack (100) can be shortened.

[0118] Before explaining the detailed structure of the above-described flow guide pack (100) and the flow paths (P), the reinforcing plate (130) will be examined. Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, a reinforcing plate (130) may be arranged at the rear of the flow guide pack (100). The reinforcing plate (130) may reinforce the strength of the flow guide pack (100). The flow guide pack (100) may be connected to the installation adapter (7a, 7b), which is a raw water inlet. However, a bending moment due to the weight of the water supply device (10) may be concentrated at the connection portion between the flow guide pack (100) and the installation adapter (7a, 7b). Accordingly, the flow guide pack (100) may be damaged or displaced from the installation position. The reinforcing plate (130) may prevent the flow guide pack (100) from being damaged or displaced.

[0119] The above reinforcing plate (130) may be placed at a joint where the euro guide pack (100) and the case (20) are joined to each other. Here, the joint means a portion where the euro guide pack (100) and the case (20) are in close contact with each other. In the present embodiment, the joint portion is a portion where the rear cover (22) of the case (20) and the first euro body (110) are in close contact with each other.

[0120] The above reinforcing plate (130) can be coupled to the above euro guide pack (100). The reinforcing plate (130) is made of a different material from the above euro guide pack (100), thereby increasing the durability of the above euro guide pack (100). For example, the reinforcing plate (130) can be made of a plate-shaped structure made of a metal material. As another example, the reinforcing plate (130) can be made of a reinforced plastic, such as carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP).

[0121] Specifically, the reinforcing plate (130) may have a flat plate structure. The reinforcing plate (130) may be made of a high-strength metal material. The reinforcing plate (130) may be in surface contact with the surface of the flow guide pack (100). The reinforcing plate (130) may be coupled to the first flow body (110) of the flow guide pack (100) while being in surface contact with the surface of the flow guide pack. The installation adapter (7a, 7b) may be coupled to the reinforcing plate (130). Accordingly, the installation adapter (7a, 7b) may not be directly coupled to the flow guide pack (100), but may be indirectly coupled through the reinforcing plate (130).

[0122] The above reinforcing plate (130) may be arranged in a direction parallel to the case (20) and the flow guide pack (100), respectively. As shown in FIG. 8, the reinforcing plate (130) may be erected parallel to the rear cover (22) of the case (20) and the first flow guide pack (110), respectively. When the reinforcing plate (130) is arranged in a direction parallel to the case (20) and the flow guide pack (100), the bonding area between the reinforcing plate (130) and the case (20) and the bonding area between the reinforcing plate (130) and the flow guide pack (100) may be widened. Through this, the strength reinforcement effect by the reinforcing plate (130) at the bonding portion may be enhanced.

[0123] Referring to Fig. 8, the reinforcing plate (130) can be placed inside the rear cover (22) of the case (20). The reinforcing plate (130) can be placed between the rear cover (22) and the flow guide pack (100). A first surface (Ca) of the reinforcing plate (130) can be in contact with the flow guide pack (100). A second surface (Cb) of the reinforcing plate (130) can be in contact with the rear cover (22). The load of the water supply device (10) concentrated on the flange screw thread (138) of the reinforcing plate (130) can be transmitted to the reinforcing plate (130). In addition, the load of the water supply device (10) can also be distributed to the rear cover (22) and the flow guide pack (100) that are in contact with the reinforcing plate (130).

[0124] As shown in Fig. 8, a mounting groove (Ka) may be sunk into the euro guide pack (100). The reinforcing plate (130) may be seated in the mounting groove (Ka). Accordingly, the reinforcing plate (130) may not move in the up, down, left, or right directions, and its position may be fixed. A relative mounting groove (not indicated by a drawing symbol) may also be sunk into the rear cover (22) at a position corresponding to the mounting groove (Ka).

[0125] The first surface (Ca) of the reinforcing plate (130) may be formed smaller than the rear surface of the flow guide pack (100). The reinforcing plate (130) may not protrude outwardly from the flow guide pack (100). Referring to Fig. 10, the reinforcing plate (130) may not protrude outwardly from the flow guide pack (100) in any direction, up, down, left, or right.

[0126] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, a pair of plate holes (131a, 131b) may be opened in the reinforcing plate (130). Among the pair of plate holes (131a, 131b), the first plate hole (131a) may be a portion through which cold water flows in. Among the pair of plate holes (131a, 131b), the second plate hole (131b) may be a portion through which hot water flows in. The first plate hole (131a) may be connected to the first adapter (7a) among the installation adapters (7a, 7b), and the second plate hole (131b) may be connected to the second adapter (7b) among the installation adapters (7a, 7b).

[0127] A flange fastening hole (132) may be provided around the plate hole (131a, 131b). The flange fastening hole (132) is a fastening hole for connection with a flange (136). When a fastening hole (not shown) passes through the flange fastening hole (132) and is fastened to the fastening groove (139) of the flange (136), the flange (136) may be fixed to the reinforcing plate (130). The flange (136) is for assembly with the installation adapter (7a, 7b), and may be provided with a flange screw thread (138) on its surface.

[0128] A service hole (133) may be opened in the above reinforcing plate (130). The service hole (133) is for maintenance of the water supply device (10). The service hole (133) may be connected to the through hole (119a) of the first flow body (110). After the service plug (B1) passes through the service hole (133), if it is fastened to the through hole (119a) of the first flow body (110), the service hole (133) and the through hole (119a) may be maintained in a normally closed state. When the service plug (B1) is removed and washing water or high-temperature steam is injected into the inside of the flow guide pack (100) through the service hole (133), the flow paths (P) and each component inside the flow guide pack (100) may be cleaned.

[0129] A body fastening hole (135) may be opened in the above reinforcing plate (130). The body fastening hole (135) is for coupling the reinforcing plate (130) and the first euro body (110). A fastening member (not shown) passing through the body fastening hole (135) may be assembled into a fixing hole (119b) of the first euro body (110). Accordingly, the reinforcing plate (130) may be coupled to the first euro body (110). The body fastening hole (135) may be arranged at an edge of the reinforcing plate (130).

[0130] In this embodiment, the reinforcing plate (130) may be stored together with the component mounting portion (23) while being coupled to the euro guide pack (100). At this time, the flange (136) of the reinforcing plate (130) may be exposed rearward through the inflow guide (22a) of the rear cover (22). The flange (136) may be provided with a flange screw thread (138). The flange screw thread (138) may protrude rearward through the inflow guide (22a). Fig. 8 illustrates the flange screw thread (138) protruding.

[0131] The nut portion (8a, 8b) of the installation adapter (7a, 7b) can be assembled to the flange screw thread (138) of the flange (136). In this way, raw water can be supplied into the interior of the flow guide pack (100) through the adapter inlet (7a', 7b') of the installation adapter (7a, 7b). That is, in the present embodiment, the raw water inlet, the installation adapter (7a, 7b), may not be directly coupled to the flow guide pack (100), but may be coupled to the reinforcing plate (130).

[0132] For reference, the adapter inlets (7a', 7b') of the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b) can be connected to a raw water supply pipe (not shown) fixed to the above-described installation surface (W). Referring to FIG. 13, the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b) will be briefly examined. The above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b) can be configured as a pair. Cold water can be supplied through the first adapter (7a) of the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b). Hot water can be supplied through the second adapter (7b) of the above-described installation adapters (7a, 7b). The first adapter inlet (7a') of the first adapter (7a) can be opened, and the second adapter inlet (7b') of the second adapter (7b) can be opened. Therefore, the above installation adapter (7a, 7b) can be viewed as a raw water inlet connected to the raw water supply pipe.

[0133] Drawing symbol 8a denotes a first nut portion provided on the first adapter (7a), and drawing symbol 8b denotes a second nut portion provided on the second adapter (7b). In the present embodiment, the first adapter inlet (7a') and the first nut portion (8a) are not coaxial with each other but have an eccentric structure. The first adapter (7a) can be viewed as a type of eccentric coupler. This eccentric structure enables compensation for an error in the spacing between a pair of raw water supply pipes built into the installation surface (W). Drawing symbols 8a' and 8b' denote adapter holes respectively connected to the adapter inlets (7a' and 7b'). The adapter holes (8a' and 8b') can be connected to flange holes (137) penetrating the flange (136).

[0134] The above-described euro guide pack (100) can be erected at the rear of the component mounting portion (23). Here, erecting means that both ends of the euro guide pack (100) having a width greater than the thickness of the euro guide pack (100) based on the joining direction of the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) constituting the euro guide pack (100) are arranged in the vertical direction. In other words, it can be seen that both ends having the longest section among the edges of the joining surfaces where the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) are joined to each other are arranged in the vertical direction.

[0135] Referring to Fig. 9, the flow guide pack (100) can be installed at the rearmost portion of the water supply device (100). The temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180) can be arranged so that all or part of them overlap the front of the flow guide pack (100) in the front-back direction. In this way, the temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180) can be connected to the flow guide pack (100) at the portion where they overlap with the flow guide pack (100).

[0136] Referring to FIGS. 11 and 12, the euro guide pack (100) can be placed in the first region (T1) of the component mounting portion (23). The temperature controller (140), the flow controller (150), the filter (160), the generator (170), and the water outlet selector (180) can be placed in the second region (T2) of the component mounting portion (23). The first region (T1) and the second region (T2) are arbitrary divisions of the component mounting portion (23). Here, the second region (T2) can be provided at a position closer to the front surface of the case (20) than the first region (T1). Conversely, the first region (T1) can be provided closer to the installation surface (W) than the second region (T2). The above Euro Guide Pack 1 is placed in the first area (T1) and may not encroach on the second area (T2). This allows the component mounting portion (23) to be utilized efficiently.

[0137] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, the euro guide pack (100) may include a first euro body (110) and a second euro body (120). The first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) may have shapes corresponding to each other. When the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) are combined with each other, they may have the same area so that neither one protrudes further outside the periphery. When the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) are combined, a plurality of euros (P) may be formed between them.

[0138] Referring to Fig. 13, the first flow path portions (Pa) may be provided in a sunken shape in the first flow path body (110). Referring to Fig. 14, the second flow path portions (Pb) may be provided in a sunken shape in the second flow path body (120). The first flow path portion (Pa) and the second flow path portion (Pb) may have corresponding shapes and positions. Referring to Fig. 8, the first flow path portion (Pa) and the second flow path portion (Pb) may form continuous flow paths (P) in the front-rear direction.

[0139] The above-mentioned flow paths (P) can form an independent path from the component mounting portion (23). Since the flow paths (P) are provided inside the flow guide pack (100), the flow paths (P) can be separated from the component mounting portion (23) to form an independent path.

[0140] The above-described plurality of paths (P) may be composed of independent individual paths (P). The individual paths (P) may (i) transmit water introduced through the inlet (IH) to each component, (ii) connect components, and (iii) discharge water passing through the components through the outlet (OH). The individual paths (P) may have independent paths. Here, independence may mean that each individual path (P) is not connected to each other but has a separate path.

[0141] The first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) may be provided with a first contact portion (FA1) and a second contact portion (FA2) corresponding to each other, respectively. The first contact portion (FA1) may protrude from the surface of the first euro body (110) toward the second euro body (120). Conversely, the second contact portion (FA2) may protrude from the surface of the second euro body (120) toward the first euro body (110). The first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2) may be in close contact with each other to form the channels (P). When the first adhesion part (FA1) and the second adhesion part (FA2) are in close contact, the first adhesion part (FA1) and the second adhesion part (FA2) become a kind of wall that is continuous in the front-back direction, and the flow paths (P) can be created between the walls.

[0142] In the portion where the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) face each other, the flow paths (P) can be formed in the remaining portion except for the portion where the first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2) are in close contact. That is, since the first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2) form a kind of wall that is continuous in the front-back direction, the flow paths (P), which are empty spaces, can be formed in the remaining portion except for the portion where the first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2) are in close contact.

[0143] The first adhesion portion (FA1) and the second adhesion portion (FA2) may be fused to each other. Here, fusion means being fixed in a state of being in close contact with each other. The first adhesion portion (FA1) and the second adhesion portion (FA2) may be fused to each other by a vibration fusion, thermal fusion, or ultrasonic fusion method. The thermal fusion may be implemented by heating, softening, and melting the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) fixed to two jigs by pressing them with a hot plate heated to a temperature slightly higher than the melting temperature of the material, and then removing the hot plate when the fusion portion is sufficiently melted, pressing them together, and then cooling them until they are solidified to fuse them.

[0144] As another example, the first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2) may be joined by a bonding method. As another example, the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) may be joined to each other using a separate fastener such as a screw. In this case, the first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2) may be sealed using a sealing member made of rubber.

[0145] Referring to FIG. 13, the first euro body (110) constituting the euro guide pack (100) may be provided with an inlet (IH). The inlet (IH) is a part for supplying external raw water into the inside of the euros (P). Cold water and hot water may be supplied through the inlet (IH). In the present embodiment, the inlet (IH) includes a first inlet (IH) for introducing cold water and a second inlet (IH) for introducing hot water. As another example, only one inlet (IH) may be provided in the first euro body (110).

[0146] The inlet (IH) may be opened in the front-back direction in the first euro body (110). More precisely, the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) are coupled to each other in the first direction (front-back direction), and the inlet (IH) may also be opened in the first direction. In this case, the inlet (IH) may be provided to penetrate a wide portion of the first euro body (110), and the diameter of the inlet (IH) may be increased. When the diameter of the inlet (IH) is increased, external raw water may smoothly flow in through the inlet (IH). When the diameter of the inlet (IH) is small, the water pressure in the inlet (IH) increases, and there is a risk that cracks and water leakage may occur in the fusion portion between the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120). In this embodiment, the water pressure can be reduced by also opening the inlet (IH) in the first direction.

[0147] The first euro body (110) may be equipped with an outlet (OH). The outlet (OH) may be a portion through which water passing through the euro guide pack (100) is discharged to the outside. Here, the outside refers to a space through which water is discharged through the outlet. A separate hose may be connected to the outlet (OH) to allow water to be discharged from a remote location.

[0148] In the present embodiment, the outlet (OH) may include a first outlet (OH1), a second outlet (OH2), and a third outlet (OH3). The first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) are arranged adjacent to each other, but as another example, the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) may be spaced apart from each other.

[0149] As shown in Fig. 6, the first outlet (OH1) and the second outlet (OH2) may be arranged in the first euro body (110). On the other hand, the third outlet (OH3) may be arranged in the water outlet selector (180), not the first euro body (110). Referring to Fig. 15, the moving guide (191) constituting the water outlet selector (180) may be provided with a guide water outlet pipe (192) whose one end is inserted into the euro guide pack (100), and a third outlet (OH3) may be provided at the end of the guide water outlet pipe (192). As another example, the guide water outlet pipe (192) of the moving guide (191) may be omitted, and the third outlet (OH3) may be provided in the euro guide pack (100).

[0150] Referring to Fig. 14, the first euro body (110) may be provided with the through hole (119a). The service plug (B1) may be coupled to the through hole (119a). Fixing holes (119b) into which the fasteners are fastened may be arranged at the edge of the first euro body (110). Drawing reference numeral 119c indicates an additional fixing hole corresponding to the additional fastening hole of the reinforcing plate (130). A separate fastener (not shown) may be fastened to the additional fixing hole (119c) to increase the fastening force between the reinforcing plate (130) and the first euro body (110).

[0151] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, the first euro body (110) may be provided with a plurality of euros (P). Each of the plurality of euros (P) may perform different functions. The plurality of euros (P) may extend in the left-right direction. The plurality of euros (P) may also extend in an inclined direction in some sections.

[0152] The above plurality of euros (P) can be arranged on the same plane inside the euro guide pack (100). In FIGS. 8 and 15, the drawing symbol SP indicates a plane crossing the inside of the euro guide pack (100). Here, the same plane means an imaginary plane, and may refer to the plane formed by the Y-axis and the Z-axis in FIG. 1.

[0153] The plurality of flow paths (P) may be provided in a direction orthogonal to the coupling direction of the first flow path (110) and the second flow path (120). In the present embodiment, the plurality of flow paths (P) may have directions orthogonal to the directions in which the inlets (IH1, IH2) and the connecting ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) are opened. Accordingly, it is possible to reduce the hydraulic pressure applied in the direction that separates the first flow path (110) and the second flow path (120). In addition, the plurality of flow paths (P) may be provided over a wide range by utilizing the widths of the first flow path (110) and the second flow path (120).

[0154] Meanwhile, looking at the second euro body (120), the second euro body (120) can be made into a flat plate structure like the first euro body (110). Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, the second euro body (120) can have a second passage corresponding to the first passage of the first euro body (110) formed in a sunken shape. The second passage (Pb) can be connected to the first passage (Pa) to form a single path.

[0155] The second euro body (120) may be provided with a plurality of connection ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127). The connection ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) are for connecting the euros (P) to components arranged on the outside of the euro guide pack (100). Some of the connection ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) may form a portion through which water is discharged from the euro guide pack (100). Therefore, some of the connection ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) may be viewed as forming outlets.

[0156] The above connecting ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) may be formed in the second euro body (120) in the front-back direction (X-axis direction in FIG. 1), which is the coupling direction of the second euro body (120) and the first euro body (110). It may be said that some of the plurality of euros (P) are opened in the direction of the component storage portion (23). The inlets (IH1, IH2) and the plurality of connecting ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) may be opened in opposite directions. The inlets (IH1, IH2), the outlets (OH1, OH2, OH3) and the plurality of connecting ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) may be opened in different directions, respectively.

[0157] In this way, when the connecting ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) are opened in the first direction in which the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) are coupled to each other, the connecting ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) can be arranged in various positions by utilizing the wide surface of the second euro body (120). In addition, when the connecting ports (122, 123, 124, 125, 126, 127) are opened in the first direction in which the first euro body (110) and the second euro body (120) are coupled to each other, components such as the generator (170) and the filter (160) can be arranged in parallel in front of the euro guide pack (100).

[0158] The above-described connection may include a temperature control connection (122) connected to the temperature controller (140). The temperature control connection (122) may be connected to a first inlet pipe (142a, see FIG. 7), a second inlet pipe (142b, see FIG. 7), and a discharge pipe (142c, see FIG. 7) of the temperature controller (140), respectively. To this end, the temperature control connection (122) may include a first temperature control connection (122a), a second temperature control connection (122b), and a third temperature control connection (122c).

[0159] The above-described connection may include a flow control connection (123) connected to the flow controller (150). The flow control connection (123) may be arranged on the opposite side of the temperature control connection (122). The flow control connection (123) may be connected to a control inlet (152a, see FIG. 7) and a control outlet (152b, see FIG. 7) of the flow controller (150), respectively. For this purpose, the flow control connection (123) may include a first flow control connection (123a) and a second flow control connection (123).

[0160] The above-described connection may include a filter connection (124) connected to the filter (160). The filter connection (124) may be connected to a filter inlet (162a, see FIG. 7) and a filter outlet (162b, see FIG. 7) of the filter (160), respectively. To this end, the filter connection (124) may include a first filter connection (124a) and a second filter connection (124b).

[0161] The above-mentioned connection may include a generator connection (125) connected to the generator (170). The generator connection (125) may be connected to the generator inlet (172, see FIG. 7) of the generator (170).

[0162] The above-described connection may include a selector connection (126) connected to the outlet selector (180). The selector connection (126) may be connected to a plurality of selector outlets (189, see FIG. 7) provided in the outlet selector (180), respectively. To this end, as shown in FIG. 13, the selector connection (126) may include a first selector connection (126a), a second selector connection (126b), and a third selector connection (126c).

[0163] The above connection port may include an outlet connection port (127) connected to a selector outlet pipe (186, see FIG. 15) of the outlet selector (180). The outlet connection port (127) can discharge purified water toward the third outlet (OH3) through the selector outlet pipe (186).

[0164] Referring to Fig. 13, the second euro body (120) is provided with fixing parts for fixing the components. The fixing parts may protrude forward from the surface of the second euro body (120), i.e., in the direction of the cover plate (30). Fasteners (not shown) such as screws may be fastened to the fixing parts to fix the components. Reference numeral 128a denotes a first fixing part for fixing the temperature controller (140). Reference numeral 128b denotes a second fixing part for fixing the generator (170). Reference numeral 128c denotes a third fixing part for fixing the flow controller (150). Reference numeral 128d denotes a fourth fixing part for fixing the filter (160). Reference numeral 128e denotes a fifth fixing part for fixing the water outlet selector (180).

[0165] Regarding the above controller, the controller may include a temperature controller (140) and a flow controller (150). Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, the temperature controller (140) may be provided with a first inlet pipe (142a), a second inlet pipe (142b), and a discharge pipe (142c). Cold water may be introduced into the first inlet pipe (142a). The first inlet pipe (142a) may be connected to the first temperature control connection port (122a) of the flow guide pack (100). Hot water may be introduced into the second inlet pipe (142b). The second inlet pipe (142b) may be connected to the second temperature control connection port (122b) of the flow guide pack (100). The cold water, hot water, or mixed water may be discharged through the discharge pipe (142c). The above discharge pipe (142c) can be connected to the third temperature control connection port (122c) of the euro guide pack (100).

[0166] A first knob connection part (143) may be provided on the front of the above temperature controller (140). The first knob connection part (143) may be connected to the first knob (40). The first knob connection part (143) may be configured as a type of gear.

[0167] The temperature controller (140) can control the temperature by mixing the introduced cold water and hot water. At this time, the temperature controller (140) can be viewed as a type of valve. In the present embodiment, the temperature controller (140) can implement a constant temperature function that maintains the temperature of the mixed water around a set temperature. The temperature controller (140) can control the ratio of the cold water and hot water to be mixed by adjusting the opening degree of the valve that opens and closes internally.

[0168] The above flow controller (150) can control the discharge amount of the mixed water and deliver it to the filter (160). The flow controller (150) can be provided with a control inlet (152a) and a control outlet (152b). The mixed water can be introduced into the control inlet (152a). The control water whose flow rate is controlled inside the flow controller (150) can be discharged through the control outlet (152b). The control inlet (152a) and the control outlet (152b) of the flow controller (150) can be connected to the first flow control connection port (123a) and the second flow control connection port (123) of the flow guide pack (100), respectively.

[0169] A second knob connection part (153) may be provided on the front of the flow controller (150). The second knob connection part (153) may be connected to the second knob (50). The second knob connection part (153) may be configured as a type of gear. Drawing reference numeral 155 indicates a front fastening part, and the front fastening part (155) may be coupled to the cover plate (30) through a separate fastening hole (not shown). The front fastening part (155) may protrude toward the cover plate (30).

[0170] Looking at the filter (160), the filter (160) may be provided with a filter inlet (162a) and a filter outlet (162b). The filter inlet (162a) and the filter outlet (162b) may be provided at the upper portion of the filter (160). The filter inlet (162a) and the filter outlet (162b) may each be opened toward the flow guide pack (100). The filter inlet (162a) may be positioned closer to the edge of the filter (160) than the filter outlet (162b). The conditioned water introduced into the filter inlet (162a) may be introduced into the first filter space of the filter unit built into the filter (160) and then discharged into the second filter space, where it may be purified.

[0171] A filter cover (165) may be provided at the bottom of the filter (160). The filter cover (165) may be exposed to the lower portion of the case (20) when the filter (160) is mounted on the water supply device (10). A handle (165') may be provided on the filter cover (165). The handle (165') may be gripped and rotated by a user when replacing the filter unit.

[0172] FIGS. 6 and 7 illustrate the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180). Referring to the generator (170), the generator (170) may be a water current generator (170) that utilizes a high-speed water current caused by the flow of purified water. Although not illustrated, the generator (170) may include an impeller rotated by the water pressure of purified water and a small power generation means connected to the impeller. The electrical energy generated in the power generation means may be transmitted to a battery. The generator (170) may have a built-in battery, or the display (70) may have a battery. The generator (170) and the display (70) may be electrically connected via a wire (not illustrated).

[0173] The generator (170) may be provided with a generator inlet (172) and a generator outlet (182). The generator inlet (172) may be a portion where purified water flows in, and the generator outlet (182) may be a portion where purified water that has completed generation is discharged. The generator inlet (172) may be connected to a generator connection port (125) of a flow guide pack (100). Drawing reference numeral 171 may be a fixing bracket (171) for fixing the generator (170). The fixing bracket (171) may be fixed to a mounting plate (184) of the water outlet selector (180). The generator outlet (182) may be viewed as a part of the water outlet selector (180).

[0174] The generator outlet (182) may be opened downward. The generator outlet (182) may be connected to the selector inlet (181a) of the water outlet selector (180). In the present embodiment, the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180) may be connected without passing through the flow guide pack (100). As another example, the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180) may be connected to each other through the flow guide pack (100).

[0175] Looking at the above-mentioned water outlet selector (180), the water outlet selector (180) may be provided with a water storage space (181, see FIG. 6) inside. The water outlet selector (180) may be formed in an approximately hexahedral structure. A selector cover (185) may be provided in front of the water outlet selector (180). The selector cover (185) may have a flat plate structure. The selector cover (185) may shield the front of the water outlet selector (180). Selection levers (190), which are a type of button, may pass through the selector cover (185).

[0176] Referring to FIG. 7 and FIG. 15, the selector cover (185) may be provided with a selector outlet pipe (186). The selector outlet pipe (186) may extend forward and backward to the upper portion of the selector cover (185). The selector outlet pipe (186) may be connected to the outlet connection port (127) of the euro guide pack (100). In addition, since one end of the guide outlet pipe (192) provided in the selector levers (190) is provided with a third outlet (see FIG. 6), purified water may ultimately be discharged through the third outlet (OH3).

[0177] The generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180) may be arranged at different heights. When the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180) are stacked vertically, the overall volume occupied by the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180) in the component mounting portion (23) can be reduced. When the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180) are stacked vertically, a short path may be formed to directly connect the generator (170) and the water outlet selector (180).

[0178] The water supply device (10) may be provided with selection levers (190). The selection levers (190) may be connected to a water outlet selector (180) to be described below. The water outlet selector (180) may allow a user to select which of the plurality of water outlets to discharge water through. In the present embodiment, the water outlet selector (180) may include a total of three selection levers (190a, 190b, 190c). The three selection levers (190) may discharge water through the rainfall showerhead (2), the hand showerhead (4), and the lower water outlets (25), respectively. The three selection levers (190a, 190b, 190c) may be connected to the water outlet selector (180), respectively.

[0179] Fig. 16 illustrates a second embodiment of a water supply device (10) according to the present invention. As shown therein, the water supply device (10A) may be equipped with a rotationally operated water outlet selector (290). The water outlet selector (290) may be rotated in the direction of the arrow. When the water outlet selector (290) is rotated, purified water passing through the flow guide pack (100) may be selectively discharged through the first outlet (OH1), the second outlet (OH2), or the third outlet (not shown). Reference numeral 290a denotes a bathtub spout, and the bathtub spout (290a) may be connected to the third outlet disposed inside.

[0180] For example, when the water outlet selector (290) is rotated counterclockwise, purified water can be discharged through the first outlet (OH1). When the water outlet selector (290) is rotated clockwise, purified water can be discharged through the second outlet (OH2). When the water outlet selector (290) is aligned forward as shown in FIG. 30, purified water can be discharged through the third outlet. For this operation, a branch valve connected to the water outlet selector (290) may be arranged inside the water supply device (10A).

[0181] Fig. 17 illustrates a third embodiment of a water supply device (10B) according to the present invention. As shown in Fig. 17, the water supply device (10B) may be equipped with only one control knob (390). The control knob (390) may be rotated in a first direction (arrow ① direction) or a second direction (arrow ② direction). The first direction is a rotation center around the Y-axis of Fig. 1, and the second direction is a rotation center around the X-axis.

[0182] When the above control knob (390) is rotated in the first direction, the controller provided inside the water supply device (10B) can control the discharge flow rate. In addition, when the control knob (390) is rotated in the second direction, the controller provided inside the water supply device (10B) can control the discharge temperature. In this way, in the present embodiment, the controller can control both the flow rate and the temperature. Drawing reference numeral 391 indicates the grip portion of the control knob (390).

[0183] FIG. 18 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a flow guide pack (100) constituting a fourth embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As seen therein, the first flow body (110) and the second flow body (120) constituting the flow guide pack (100) may each be provided with a first contact portion (FA1) and a second contact portion (FA2) that are in close contact with each other. At this time, the first contact portion (FA1) may have a recessed contact groove (FA1a), and the second contact portion (FA2) may be provided with a contact rib (FA1b) that is inserted into the contact groove (FA1a). Accordingly, the area in which the first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2) come into contact with each other may be widened. In addition, it is also possible to prevent water or foreign substances from flowing between the first contact portion (FA1) and the second contact portion (FA2).

[0184] Meanwhile, in the present embodiment, the reinforcing plate (130) may be integrally provided with a flange (136). The flange (136) may be fixed to the surface of the reinforcing plate (130). The flange (136) may be welded to the reinforcing plate (130), or a portion of the reinforcing plate (130) may be bent to form the flange (136).

[0185] Fig. 19 illustrates a fifth embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As seen therein, the reinforcing plate (130) may include a first plate (130A) having a first plate hole (131a) connected to the first inlet (IH1), and a second plate (130B) having a second plate hole (131b) connected to the second inlet (IH2). The first plate (130A) and the second plate (130B) may be configured as separate pieces spaced apart from each other. The first plate (130A) and the second plate (130B), which are separated from each other, may not transmit the load applied thereto to each other.

[0186] Fig. 20 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a sixth embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As can be seen, the reinforcing plate may be omitted from the water supply device. A flow guide pack (100) is provided inside the water supply device, and the flow guide pack (100) may be directly attached to the rear cover (22). A first flow body (110) constituting the flow guide pack (100) may be provided with a pack screw thread (110a). The pack screw thread (110a) may be directly fastened to the nut portion (8a, 8b). The load applied to the pack screw thread (110a) may be distributed to the rear cover (22) via the flow guide pack (100).

[0187] Fig. 21 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a seventh embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As seen therein, a cover opening (22d) may be provided on the rear cover (22) of the water supply device. A reinforcing plate (130) may be exposed rearward through the cover opening (22d). Even if the cover opening (22d) exists, the reinforcing plate (130) may not be exposed to the outside because it faces the installation surface (W, see Fig. 2). The cover opening (22d) may reduce the overall weight of the water supply device, and may simplify the structure of the case (20).

[0188] Fig. 22 illustrates a cross-sectional view of an eighth embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As shown therein, a reinforcing plate (130) can be attached to the rear cover (22) of the water supply device. In this embodiment, the reinforcing plate (130) is positioned on the outside, not the inside, of the case (20). The reinforcing plate (130) may be attached to the rear cover (22), or may pass through the rear cover (22) and be attached to the flow guide pack (100).

[0189] FIG. 23 illustrates a sectional view of a ninth embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As seen therein, the water supply device may be provided with a plurality of reinforcing plates (130a, 130b). Among the plurality of reinforcing plates (130a, 130b), the first reinforcing plate (130a) may be arranged between the rear cover (22) and the flow guide pack (100). The second reinforcing plate (130b) may be in close contact with the surface of the rear cover (22) from the outside of the case (20). That is, the second reinforcing plate (130b) may face the first reinforcing plate (130a) with the rear cover (22) interposed therebetween. The plurality of reinforcing plates (130a, 130b) arranged in parallel in this manner may further enhance the strength of the rear cover (22) and the flow guide pack (100).

[0190] FIG. 24 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a tenth embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As seen therein, the water supply device is provided with a reinforcing plate (130), and the reinforcing plate (130) can be insert-molded into the flow guide pack (100). The insert portion (M), which is a part of the flow guide pack (100), can pass through the insert hole (134) of the reinforcing plate (130). Accordingly, the first surface (Ca) and the second surface (Cb) of the reinforcing plate (130) can each be in surface contact with the surface of the flow guide pack (100). In this embodiment, since the reinforcing plate (130) is fixed by the insert portion (M), a separate fastener for assembling the reinforcing plate (130) to the flow guide pack (100) can be omitted.

[0191] FIG. 25 illustrates a cross-sectional view of an eleventh embodiment of a water supply device (10F) according to the present invention. As can be seen therein, the water supply device is provided with a reinforcing plate (130), and the reinforcing plate (130) may be provided inside the flow guide pack (100). The reinforcing plate (130) may be built into the flow guide pack (100) through insert injection. Accordingly, all surfaces of the reinforcing plate (130), including the first surface (Ca) and the second surface (Cb), may be in surface contact with the surface of the flow guide pack (100). In this embodiment, since the reinforcing plate (130) is built into the flow guide pack (100), a separate fastener for assembling the reinforcing plate (130) to the flow guide pack (100) may be omitted.

[0192] The above description is merely an illustrative illustration of the technical idea of ​​the present invention, and those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications and variations can be made without departing from the essential characteristics of the present invention. Therefore, the embodiments disclosed in the present invention are intended to illustrate, rather than limit, the technical idea of ​​the present invention, and the scope of the technical idea of ​​the present invention is not limited by these embodiments. The scope of protection of the present invention should be interpreted by the following claims, and all technical ideas within a scope equivalent thereto should be interpreted as being included in the scope of the rights of the present invention.

Claims

1. Case; A parts storage compartment provided inside the above case; and A euro guide pack coupled to the above case and receiving raw water from a raw water inlet; The above Euro guide pack is a water supply device positioned closer to the raw water inlet than the above parts storage unit.

2. A water supply device according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of channels are provided inside the euro guide pack, and some of the plurality of channels are opened toward the component storage section.

3. In claim 1, the Euro guide pack 1st Eurobody; and A second body coupled to the first body and forming a plurality of passages between the first body and the second body; A water supply device in which the first euro body and the second euro body are connected to each other in the direction in which the raw water flows.

4. In claim 3, a water supply device in which the plurality of euros are provided in a direction orthogonal to the direction in which the first euro body and the second euro body are coupled.

5. In claim 3, a water supply device in which the plurality of euros are arranged on the same plane inside the euro guide pack.

6. In claim 1, the Euro guide pack An inlet through which raw water flows in from the above raw water inlet; An outlet supplying the above raw water to the outside; and A water supply device comprising a plurality of channels connecting the inlet and the outlet.

7. In claim 6, a water supply device including a plurality of connecting ports open toward the component receiving portion.

8. In claim 1, the parts storage section A filter for purifying the above raw water; and A generator that generates electricity by the water pressure of the raw water purified by the above filter is placed; A water supply device in which the above filter and the above generator are connected to each other by the Euros provided in the Euro guide pack.

9. A water supply device according to claim 1, wherein a reinforcing plate is arranged in the case to face the euro guide pack.

10. A water supply device according to claim 9, wherein the reinforcing plate is positioned relatively closer to the raw water inlet than the euro guide pack.

11. In claim 9, the reinforcing plate includes a flange coupled to the raw water inlet, and a portion of the flange is exposed to the outside of the case. The above Euro guide pack has an inlet protruding from it that is connected to the raw water inlet, and the flange is a water supply device that surrounds the inlet.

12. A water supply device according to claim 1, wherein a reinforcing plate is arranged at a joint where the case and the euro guide pack are joined to each other, and the reinforcing plate is arranged in a direction parallel to the case and the euro guide pack, respectively.

13. In claim 1, a reinforcing plate is arranged between the euro guide pack and the case, and the reinforcing plate A first surface facing the surface of the above Euro guide pack; and A water supply device comprising a second surface provided on the opposite side of the first surface and facing the surface of the case.

14. A water supply device according to claim 1, wherein a reinforcing plate is arranged on the opposite side of the euro guide pack with the case interposed therebetween.

15. A water supply device according to claim 1, wherein a reinforcing plate is insert-molded into the inside of the euro guide pack.

16. In claim 1, a reinforcing plate is arranged in the case to face the euro guide pack, and the reinforcing plate Plate body with a plate hole through it; A flange protruding from the plate body in the direction of the raw water inlet and having a flange hole through which the flange hole is connected to the plate hole; The above flange is a water supply device connected to the above raw water inlet.

17. In claim 1, a reinforcing plate is arranged in the case, The above Euro guide pack includes a first inlet and a second inlet that receive raw water from the raw water inlet, The above reinforcing plate A first reinforcing plate having a first plate hole connected to the first inlet; and A water supply device comprising a second reinforcing plate having a second reinforcing plate hole spaced apart from the first plate and connected to the second inlet.

18. Case; A filter provided inside the above case; A flow guide part having a flow path connected to the raw water inlet inside; and A water supply device comprising a reinforcing plate coupled to at least one of the case or the euro guide portion.

19. A water supply device according to claim 18, wherein the case and the euro guide portion are made of a resin material, and the reinforcing plate is insert-molded into either the case or the euro guide portion.

20. Case; A parts storage compartment provided inside the above case; and Includes a Euro guide pack that receives raw water from a raw water inlet; The above Euro guide pack is a faucet placed closer to the raw water inlet than the parts storage compartment inside the case.

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