Shower device

By integrating a shower faucet and a foaming module, the shower device solves the problems of limited functionality and material waste in existing shower systems, achieving a beautiful and convenient cleaning solution spray and material-saving effect.

WO2026044976A1PCT designated stage Publication Date: 2026-03-05ZHANG YUPENG
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Filing Date
2024-12-04
Publication Date
2026-03-05

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Technical Problem

Existing shower systems have limited shower head functionality, requiring separate storage for shower gel and shampoo, which takes up space and is cumbersome to replace. Furthermore, the shower head design is bulky, and frequent replacement of the liquids after use results in material waste.

Method used

Design a shower device that integrates a shower faucet, a water outlet, and a foaming module. The opening and closing of the water inlet channel, the water outlet channel, and the foaming module are controlled by a control valve assembly to generate foam and spray it out. The device also integrates a liquid storage bottle, an air filling device, and a mixing container to achieve the mixing and spraying of cleaning liquid and water, avoiding frequent liquid replacement.

Benefits of technology

It allows users to apply cleaning solution without having to walk around and press, resulting in a neat and attractive appearance, reducing operation steps, avoiding material waste, and enhancing the bathing experience.

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Abstract

The present application relates to a shower device. The device comprises a housing, a shower faucet, a water outlet device and a foam producing module; the housing is internally provided with a mounting cavity, the shower faucet being located in the mounting cavity; the shower faucet comprises a faucet body and a control valve assembly; the inside of the faucet body is provided with a mixing cavity and a first water outlet channel and second water outlet channels which are communicated with the mixing cavity, the number of the second water outlet channels being not less than two; the control valve assembly is used for controlling opening and closing of a water inlet channel, the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channels; the water outlet device comprises a first water outlet member and second water outlet members; the first water outlet member is communicated with the first water outlet channel; the number of the second water outlet members is the same as that of the second water outlet channels, and the second water outlet members are communicated with the second water outlet channels on a one-to-one basis; the foam producing module is located in the mounting cavity, the foam producing module being arranged between the first water outlet member and the first water outlet channel, and the foam producing module being used for mixing a cleaning solution with clean water to produce foam and spraying same out through the first water outlet member.
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Shower equipment

[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202422088930.9, filed on August 27, 2024, entitled “Bathing Device”, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This application relates to the field of bathroom technology, and more particularly to a bathing device. Background Technology

[0003] Existing shower systems primarily serve cleaning and massage functions. As people's living standards improve, their demands for quality of life and bathing experience also increase. However, existing showerheads only have a simple water flow function, and bathrooms typically require separate storage for products like shower gel and shampoo, which is not only inconvenient but also takes up valuable bathroom space. While some showerheads now offer fragrance or beauty serum functions, these usually store the desired liquid inside the handheld showerhead. This design makes the showerhead look bulky, and the liquid runs out quickly, requiring frequent replacement of the liquid reservoir, resulting in material waste and tedious replacement.

[0004] Utility Model Content

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a bathing device and a beauty device to address the aforementioned problems with existing shower systems.

[0006] A bathing device according to this application includes:

[0007] The outer casing has an installation cavity inside it;

[0008] A shower faucet is located inside the mounting cavity. The shower faucet includes a faucet body and a control valve assembly. The faucet body is provided with a mixing chamber and a water inlet channel, a first water outlet channel and a second water outlet channel communicating with the mixing chamber. The number of second water outlet channels is not less than two. The control valve assembly is used to control the opening and closing of the water inlet channel, the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel.

[0009] A water outlet device, comprising a first water outlet and a second water outlet, wherein the first water outlet is connected to the first water outlet channel, and the number of the second water outlets is the same as the number of the second water outlet channels and they are connected in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0010] A foaming module is located inside the mounting cavity and is disposed between the first water outlet and the first water outlet channel. The foaming module is used to mix the cleaning liquid with clean water to generate foam and spray it out through the first water outlet.

[0011] The shower device disclosed in this application includes a housing, a shower faucet, a water outlet device, and a foaming module. The shower faucet includes a faucet body and a control valve assembly. The faucet body has a mixing chamber and an inlet channel, a first outlet channel, and at least two second outlet channels connected to the mixing chamber. The control valve assembly can control the opening and closing of the inlet channel, the first outlet channel, and the second outlet channels. The foaming module is located between the first water outlet device and the first outlet channel. Based on the control valve assembly, the opening and closing of the inlet channel, the first outlet channel, and the second outlet channel can be switched. The foam generated by the foaming module can be sprayed onto the user's body through the first water outlet device. The user does not need to walk back and forth to press the cleaning liquid, and the cleaning liquid can be sprayed onto areas that the user cannot reach. By integrating the shower faucet and the foaming module into the mounting cavity of the housing, the shower device of this application has a neat and beautiful appearance.

[0012] In one embodiment, the foaming module includes a storage bottle, an inflation device, a liquid extraction device, and a mixing container. The liquid inlet of the mixing container is connected to the inflation device and the first water outlet channel, respectively. The liquid inlet of the mixing container is also connected to the storage bottle through the liquid extraction device. The liquid outlet of the mixing container is connected to the first water outlet.

[0013] The bathing device in the above embodiments further defines the foaming module as consisting of at least a liquid storage bottle, an air inflation device, a liquid extraction device, and a mixing container. When the liquid extraction device delivers the cleaning liquid in the liquid storage bottle to the mixing container, the air inflation device introduces gas into the mixing container, and the control valve assembly controls the opening of the first water outlet channel connected to the first water outlet, so that the cleaning liquid, gas, and water are mixed in the mixing container to generate fine foam. Under the combined action of air pressure and water pressure, the foam can be smoothly sprayed out from the first water outlet.

[0014] In one embodiment, the foaming module further includes a first water path switching valve, which is electrically connected to the liquid extraction device and / or the air filling device. The first water path switching valve is disposed between the water outlet channel and the liquid inlet of the mixing container. The first water path switching valve is provided with a first channel and a second channel. The first channel is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container, and the second channel is connected to the first water outlet. The first water path switching valve can control the opening and closing of the first channel and the second channel.

[0015] The bathing device in the above embodiments further includes a first water path switching valve between the first water outlet channel and the liquid inlet of the mixing container. The first water path switching valve has a first channel and a second channel that can be controlled to open and close. The first channel is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container, and the second channel is connected to the first water outlet. By switching the opening and closing of the first channel and the second channel, clean water can be directly delivered to the first water outlet through the second channel. Since the first water path switching valve is electrically connected to the liquid extraction device and / or the air filling device, when the first channel is open, the first water path switching valve not only controls the liquid extraction device to work and delivers cleaning liquid to the mixing container, but also controls the air filling device to work and deliver gas to the mixing container, reducing the number of operation steps.

[0016] In one embodiment, the foaming module further includes a second water path switching valve, which is disposed between the first water path switching valve and the mixing container. The second water path switching valve is provided with a third channel and a fourth channel. The first channel is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container through the third channel, and the first channel is connected to a third water outlet through the fourth channel. The third water outlet is disposed on the outer casing. The second water path switching valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the third channel and the fourth channel.

[0017] The bathing device in the above embodiments further includes a second water switching valve between the first water switching valve and the mixing container. This second water switching valve contains a controllable third channel and a fourth channel. The third channel is connected to the inlet of the mixing container, and the fourth channel is connected to the third water outlet. By controlling the opening and closing of the third and fourth channels, a portion of the clean water can be transported through the fourth channel to the third water outlet, while another portion is transported through the third channel to the mixing container. Based on this structure, the bathing device ensures that the water volume entering the mixing container and the third water outlet is sufficient to drive the instantaneous water heater during winter bathing. This prevents the instantaneous water heater from intermittently operating due to the small amount of water required for foam production, thus solving the problem of cold water appearing for a period of time after foaming in existing foaming machines, which affects the bathing experience.

[0018] In one embodiment, the foaming module further includes a first one-way valve disposed between the second water circuit switching valve and the mixing container.

[0019] The shower device in the above embodiment is further defined by providing a first one-way valve between the second water circuit switching valve and the mixing container. Based on the above design, not only is it prevented that the foam in the mixing container will not flow back from the third water outlet, but also, when the first water outlet is in the clean water mode, that is, when the first water outlet is required to spray clean water, the clean water will not flow back from the mixing container to the third water outlet.

[0020] In one embodiment, a second one-way valve is provided between the liquid extraction device and the mixing container;

[0021] The bathing device in the above embodiments further specifies that a second one-way valve is installed on the pipe connecting the liquid extraction device and the mixing container, which can prevent the liquid in the mixing container from flowing back to the liquid extraction device.

[0022] In one embodiment, a third one-way valve is provided between the inflation device and the mixing container;

[0023] The bathing device in the above embodiments further specifies that a third one-way valve is installed on the pipe connecting the inflation device and the mixing container, which can prevent the liquid in the mixing container from flowing back to the inflation device.

[0024] In one embodiment, the foaming module further includes a first switching valve, which is disposed between the second water circuit switching valve and the third water outlet, and the third water outlet selectively connects to the second water circuit switching valve through the first switching valve.

[0025] The bathing device in the above embodiment is further defined by providing a first switching valve between the second water circuit switching valve and the third water outlet. When the first switching valve is in the open state, clean water can be delivered from the third channel to the third water outlet for discharge. When the first switching valve is in the closed state, clean water cannot be delivered from the third channel to the third water outlet for discharge, so that the decorative water curtain can be shut off when hot water is not needed for bathing.

[0026] In one embodiment, the number of liquid storage bottles is not less than two, the number of liquid extraction devices is the same as the number of liquid storage bottles, each liquid storage bottle is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container through one of the liquid extraction devices, and the first water circuit switching valve is also configured to selectively start and stop the liquid extraction device.

[0027] The bathing device in the above embodiments is further defined to have at least two liquid storage bottles installed on the outer shell, each liquid storage bottle corresponding to a liquid extraction device connected to a mixing container. The liquid extraction device can be selectively started and stopped through the first water path switching valve, so that shampoo foaming or shower gel foaming can be selected according to actual needs. It can also allow clean water to be directly transported from the second channel to the first water outlet for spraying.

[0028] In one embodiment, the foaming module further includes a silencer, through which the inflation device communicates with the atmosphere.

[0029] The shower device in the above embodiments further specifies that the airflow needs to pass through a silencer before entering the inflation device to reduce noise, so as to avoid the noise generated by the inflation device affecting the user experience.

[0030] In one embodiment, the foaming module further includes a battery module located within the mounting cavity, the battery module being used to power the foaming module.

[0031] The shower device in the above embodiments further specifies that a battery module is provided in the cleaning device to power the foaming module, thereby avoiding dangerous situations such as short circuits caused by using mains power in the bathroom.

[0032] In one embodiment, there are two water inlet channels, which are respectively connected to a cold water source and a hot water source; the control valve assembly includes a hot / cold water switching valve and a second switching valve, the inlet end of the hot / cold water switching valve is connected to the two water inlet channels, and the outlet end of the hot / cold water switching valve is connected to the mixing chamber. The hot / cold water switching valve is used to control the opening and closing of the water inlet channels, and the second switching valve is used to control the opening and closing of the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel.

[0033] The shower device in the above embodiment further specifies that there are two water inlet channels, one of which is connected to a hot water source and the other is connected to a cold water source. The opening and closing of the water inlet channels can be controlled by a hot and cold water switching valve, thereby controlling the water temperature discharged from the outlet channel. Specifically, the hot and cold water switching valve controls the water inlet channel connected to the cold water source to be closed, at which time the water temperature discharged from the outlet channel is the highest. The hot and cold water switching valve controls the degree of opening of the two water inlet channels to adjust the water temperature discharged from the outlet channel. In cold winter, clean water of a certain temperature is supplied to the mixing container to mix with the cleaning liquid, so that the generated foam has a certain temperature and avoids causing discomfort to the user.

[0034] In one embodiment, the second switching valve is electrically connected to the foaming module, and the second switching valve is also used to control the start and stop of the foaming module.

[0035] The bathing device in the above embodiment further specifies that the second switching valve can control the start and stop of the foaming module. When the second switching valve is in the closed state, the air inflation device and liquid extraction device of the foaming module stop working to avoid accidental triggering of the foaming module.

[0036] In one embodiment, the number of the second switch valves is the sum of the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel, and the second switch valves are respectively installed on the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel.

[0037] In one embodiment, the second switching valve is a piano key switch structure. Attached Figure Description

[0038] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a bathing device in one embodiment;

[0039] Figure 2 is a structural block diagram of a bathing device in one embodiment;

[0040] Figure 3 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the bathing device in one embodiment.

[0041] Reference numerals: 10 Housing, 101 Mounting cavity; 20 Shower faucet, 21 Faucet body, 22 Control valve assembly, 221 Hot and cold switching valve, 222 Second switching valve; 30 Water outlet device, 31 First water outlet, 32 Second water outlet, 33 Third water outlet; 40 Foaming module, 41 Storage bottle, 42 Inflation device, 43 Liquid extraction device, 44 Mixing container, 45 First water circuit switching valve, 46 Second water circuit switching valve, 47 First check valve, 48 First switching valve. Detailed Implementation

[0042] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0043] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such use of data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this application described herein.

[0044] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, this embodiment provides a bathing device, which includes:

[0045] The outer casing 10 has an installation cavity 101 inside it;

[0046] Shower faucet 20 is located in the installation cavity 101. Shower faucet 20 includes faucet body 21 and control valve assembly 22. Faucet body 21 is provided with a mixing chamber and a water inlet channel, a first water outlet channel and a second water outlet channel communicating with the mixing chamber. The number of second water outlet channels is not less than two. Control valve assembly 22 is used to control the opening and closing of water inlet channel, first water outlet channel and second water outlet channel.

[0047] The water outlet device 30 includes a first water outlet 31 and a second water outlet 32. The first water outlet 31 is connected to the first water outlet channel, and the number of the second water outlets 32 is the same as the number of the second water outlet channels and they are connected in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0048] Foaming module 40 is located inside mounting cavity 101 and is positioned between first water outlet 31 and first water outlet channel. Foaming module 40 is used to mix cleaning liquid with clean water to generate foam and spray it out through first water outlet 31.

[0049] The outer casing 10 can be, but is not limited to, a metal casing or a non-metal casing. For example, the outer casing 10 can be a plastic casing. The outer casing 10 can be elongated. An installation cavity 101 is formed inside the outer casing 10, and the shower faucet 20 and the foaming module 40 are disposed within the installation cavity 101. The outer casing 10 can be fixed to the bathroom wall. For example, the outer casing 10 can be fixed to the bathroom wall by screws, hooks, clips, slide rails, etc.

[0050] The faucet body 21 can be connected to an external water supply source. The faucet body 21 has a mixing chamber and an inlet channel, a first outlet channel, and a second outlet channel connected to the mixing chamber. After the external water supply source is connected to the inlet channel, clean water is successively delivered to the water outlet device 30 through the inlet channel, the mixing chamber, and the first or second outlet channel. It should be noted that the external water supply source can provide hot water and / or cold water.

[0051] The control valve assembly 22 can be used to control the opening and closing of the inlet channel, the first outlet channel, and the second outlet channel. For example, the control valve assembly 22 can control the opening of the inlet channel and the first outlet channel connected to the first outlet 31, and control the closing of the second outlet channel connected to the second outlet 32, in which case only the first outlet 31 discharges water; the control valve assembly 22 can also control the opening of the inlet channel and the second outlet channel connected to the second outlet 32, and control the closing of the outlet channel connected to the first outlet 31, in which case only the second outlet 32 ​​discharges clean water; the control valve assembly 22 can also control the opening of the inlet channel and the first outlet channel connected to the first outlet 31 and the second outlet channel connected to the second outlet 32, in which case both the first outlet 31 and the second outlet 32 ​​discharge water. The control valve assembly 22 can control the opening and closing of the inlet and outlet channels manually or electrically. For example, the control valve assembly 22 includes multiple manual valve cores, with one manual valve core corresponding to each channel. The state of the manual valve core can be switched by means of buttons, knobs, etc.

[0052] The first water outlet 31 can be a handheld shower head. There can be multiple second water outlets 32. For example, there can be three second water outlets 32, one of which is an overhead shower head, another is a spray gun, and the last is a bottom spray shower head.

[0053] The foaming module 40 can be used to mix the injected clean water and cleaning liquid to generate foam, and deliver the generated foam to the first water outlet 31. The foam discharged through the first water outlet 31 is sprayed directly onto the user's body without the user having to move around, press the shower gel or shampoo, or rub to create foam. Based on the foaming module 40 being positioned between the first water outlet 31 and the first water outlet channel, when the control valve assembly 22 controls the opening of the inlet channel and the first water outlet channel connected to the first water outlet 31, and controls the closing of the second water outlet channel connected to the second water outlet 32, the foam generated by the foaming module 40 is sprayed out from the first water outlet 31. When the control valve assembly 22 controls the opening of the inlet channel and the second water outlet channel connected to the second water outlet 32, and controls the closing of the first water outlet channel connected to the first water outlet 31, the second water outlet 32 ​​sprays out clean water. It should be noted that when the control valve assembly 22 controls the opening of the inlet channel and the first water outlet channel connected to the first water outlet 31 and controls the closing of the second water outlet channel connected to the second water outlet 32, the foaming module 40 stops foaming and stops delivering cleaning liquid. At this time, the first water outlet 31 can also spray out clean water.

[0054] The bathing device in the above embodiment includes a housing 10, a shower faucet 20, a water outlet device 30, and a foaming module 40. The shower faucet 20 includes a faucet body 21 and a control valve assembly 22. The faucet body 21 is provided with a mixing chamber and an inlet channel, a first outlet channel, and at least two second outlet channels communicating with the mixing chamber. The control valve assembly 22 can control the opening and closing of the inlet channel, the first outlet channel, and the second outlet channels. The foaming module 40 is located between the first water outlet device 31 and the first outlet channel. Based on the control valve assembly 22's ability to switch the opening and closing of the inlet channel, the first outlet channel, and the second outlet channel, the foam generated by the foaming module 40 can be sprayed onto the user's body through the first water outlet device 31. The user does not need to walk back and forth to press the cleaning liquid, and the cleaning liquid can be sprayed onto areas that the user cannot reach. By integrating the shower faucet 20 and the foaming module 40 into the mounting cavity 101 of the housing 10, the bathing device of this application has a neat and beautiful appearance.

[0055] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the foaming module 40 includes a liquid storage bottle 41, an inflation device 42, a liquid extraction device 43, and a mixing container 44. The liquid inlet of the mixing container 44 is connected to the inflation device 42 and the first water outlet channel, respectively. The liquid inlet of the mixing container 44 is also connected to the liquid storage bottle 41 through the liquid extraction device 43. The liquid outlet of the mixing container 44 is connected to the first water outlet 31.

[0056] In the above embodiments, the foaming module 40 is further defined to consist of at least a liquid storage bottle 41, an inflation device 42, a liquid extraction device 43, and a mixing container 44. When the liquid extraction device 43 delivers the cleaning liquid in the liquid storage bottle 41 to the mixing container 44, the inflation device 42 introduces gas into the mixing container 44, and the control valve assembly 22 controls the opening of the first water outlet channel with the first water outlet 31, so that the cleaning liquid, gas and water are mixed in the mixing container 44 to generate fine foam. Under the combined action of air pressure and water pressure, the foam can be smoothly sprayed out from the first water outlet 31.

[0057] The storage bottle 41 can be used to store cleaning solutions such as shampoo, shower gel, or hair conditioner. The storage bottle 41 is detachably connected to the outer casing 10, for example, by means of a threaded connection. It should be noted that there can be multiple storage bottles 41, each connected to a corresponding extraction device 43. Multiple storage bottles 41 can hold different cleaning solutions; for example, the first storage bottle 41 can store shampoo of brand A, the second storage bottle 41 can store shampoo of brand B, and the third storage bottle 41 can store shower gel of brand C, etc. By selectively activating the corresponding extraction device 43, the cleaning solution in the designated storage bottle 41 can be delivered to the mixing container 44.

[0058] The inflation device 42 can be used to deliver external gas to the mixing container 44. The inflation device 42 can be an air pump structure, with the air inlet of the air pump structure connected to the outside atmosphere and the other end of the air pump structure connected to the mixing container 44. After the air pump structure is started, it can deliver gas to the mixing container 44.

[0059] The pumping device 43 can be used to transfer the cleaning solution in the storage bottle 41 to the mixing container 44. The pumping device 43 can be a water pump structure, for example, a positive displacement pump (peristaltic pump), gear pump, diaphragm pump, or screw pump. The inlet end of the water pump structure is connected to the storage bottle 41, and the outlet end of the water pump structure is connected to the mixing container 44. After the water pump structure is started, it can deliver the cleaning solution to the mixing container 44.

[0060] It should be noted that in some embodiments, the inflation device 42 and the liquid extraction device 43 are an integral structure.

[0061] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the foaming module 40 also includes a first water path switching valve 45, the first water path switching valve 45 is electrically connected to the liquid extraction device 43 and / or the air filling device 42, the first water path switching valve 45 is provided with a first channel and a second channel, the first channel is connected to the liquid inlet end of the mixing container 44, the second channel is connected to the first water outlet 31, and the first water path switching valve 45 is configured to control the opening and closing of the first channel and the second channel.

[0062] In the above embodiments, a first water path switching valve 45 is further defined between the first water outlet channel and the liquid inlet end of the mixing container 44. The first water path switching valve 45 is provided with a first channel and a second channel that can be controlled to open and close. The first channel is connected to the liquid inlet end of the mixing container 44, and the second channel is connected to the first water outlet 31. By switching the opening and closing of the first channel and the second channel, clean water can be directly delivered to the first water outlet 31 through the second channel. Based on the electrical connection between the first water path switching valve 45 and the liquid extraction device 43, when the first channel is open, the first water path switching valve 45 controls the liquid extraction device 43 to work and deliver cleaning liquid to the mixing container 44. Based on the electrical connection between the first water path switching valve 45 and the air inflation device 42, when the first channel is open, the first water path switching valve 45 controls the air inflation device 42 to work and deliver gas to the mixing container 44, reducing the number of operation steps.

[0063] The first water path switching valve 45 controls the opening and closing of the first channel and the second channel. Specifically, the first water path switching valve 45 controls the opening of the first channel and the closing of the second channel. At this time, clean water enters the mixing container from the first channel and mixes with the gas and cleaning liquid to generate foam, which is then sprayed out through the first water outlet 31. The first water path switching valve 45 can also control the opening of the second channel and the closing of the first channel. At this time, clean water is directly delivered from the second channel to the first water outlet 31.

[0064] The first water path switching valve 45 can also be linked to the liquid extraction device 43. Specifically, when the first water path switching valve 45 controls the opening of the first channel, the first water path switching valve 45 outputs a control signal to the liquid extraction device 43 to control the operation of the liquid extraction device 43, thereby reducing the number of operation steps. At the same time, since the liquid extraction device 43 will only start working when the first channel is open, when the first water outlet 31 requests clean water, the clean water is directly transported to the first water outlet 31 through the second channel, and the liquid extraction device 43 will not be falsely triggered, thus improving the reliability of the device.

[0065] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the foaming module 40 also includes a second water circuit switching valve 46, which is disposed between the first water circuit switching valve 45 and the mixing container 44. The second water circuit switching valve 46 is provided with a third channel and a fourth channel. The first channel is connected to the liquid inlet end of the mixing container 44 through the third channel, and the first channel is connected to the third water outlet 33 through the fourth channel. The third water outlet 33 is disposed on the outer shell 10. The second water circuit switching valve 46 is configured to control the opening and closing of the third channel and the fourth channel.

[0066] In the above embodiments, a second water switching valve 46 is further provided between the first water switching valve 45 and the mixing container 44. The second water switching valve 46 is provided with a third channel and a fourth channel that can be controlled to open and close. The third channel is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container 44, and the fourth channel is connected to the third water outlet 33. By controlling the opening and closing degree of the third channel and the fourth channel, part of the clean water can be transported to the third water outlet 33 through the fourth channel and the other part can be transported to the mixing container 44 through the third channel. Based on the above structure, the bathing device of this application ensures that the amount of water entering the mixing container 44 and the third water outlet 33 is sufficient to drive the instant water heater to work when bathing in winter. This avoids the instant water heater from intermittently working due to the small amount of water required to make foam, thereby solving the problem of cold water appearing for a period of time after the existing foaming machine produces foam, which affects the bathing experience.

[0067] The second water path switching valve 46 controls the opening and closing of the third and fourth channels. Specifically, the second water path switching valve 46 controls the third channel to be open and the fourth channel to be closed. In this case, clean water enters the mixing container from the third channel. However, the amount of water entering the mixing container 44 is relatively large, which can easily affect the foaming effect. The second water path switching valve 46 can also control the fourth channel to be open and the third channel to be closed. In this case, clean water is directly delivered to the third water outlet 33 from the fourth channel. The second water path switching valve 46 can also control the third and fourth channels to be partially open. In this case, some clean water can enter the mixing container 44 through the third channel, and the other part of clean water can enter the third water outlet 33 through the fourth channel, thereby reducing the amount of water entering the mixing container 44. The third water outlet 33 can be a decorative water curtain to create a certain atmosphere.

[0068] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that the foaming module 40 also includes a first one-way valve 47, which is disposed between the second water switching valve 46 and the mixing container 44.

[0069] In the above embodiment, a first one-way valve 47 is further provided between the second water circuit switching valve 46 and the mixing container 44. Based on the above design, not only is it prevented that the foam in the mixing container 44 will not flow back from the third water outlet 33, but also, when the first water outlet 31 is in the clean water mode, that is, when the first water outlet 31 is required to spray clean water, the clean water will not flow back from the mixing container 44 to the third water outlet 33.

[0070] In addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that a second one-way valve is provided between the liquid extraction device 43 and the mixing container 44;

[0071] The bathing device in the above embodiment further specifies that the second one-way valve is installed on the pipe connecting the liquid extraction device 43 and the mixing container 44, which can prevent the liquid in the mixing container 44 from flowing back to the liquid extraction device 43.

[0072] In addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that a third one-way valve is provided between the inflation device 42 and the mixing container 44;

[0073] The bathing device in the above embodiment further specifies that a third one-way valve is installed on the pipe connecting the inflation device 42 and the mixing container 44, which can prevent the liquid in the mixing container 44 from flowing back to the inflation device 42.

[0074] As shown in Figure 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the foaming module 40 also includes a first switching valve 48, which is disposed between the second water circuit switching valve 46 and the third water outlet 33, and the third water outlet 33 selectively connects to the second water circuit switching valve 46 through the first switching valve 48.

[0075] In the above embodiment, a first switching valve 48 is further provided between the second water circuit switching valve 46 and the third water outlet 33. When the first switching valve 48 is in the open state, clean water can be delivered from the third channel to the third water outlet 33 for discharge. When the first switching valve 48 is in the closed state, clean water cannot be delivered from the third channel to the third water outlet 33 for discharge, so that the decorative water curtain can be shut off when hot water is not needed for bathing.

[0076] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the number of liquid storage bottles 41 is not less than two, the number of liquid extraction devices 43 is the same as the number of liquid storage bottles 41, each liquid storage bottle 41 is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container 44 through a corresponding liquid extraction device 43, and the first water circuit switching valve 45 is also configured to selectively start and stop the liquid extraction device 43.

[0077] In the above embodiment, at least two liquid storage bottles 41 are installed on the outer shell 10. Each liquid storage bottle 41 corresponds to a liquid extraction device 43 and is connected to the mixing container 44. The liquid extraction device 43 can be selectively started and stopped through the first water circuit switching valve 45, so that the shampoo foaming or shower gel foaming can be selected according to actual needs. It can also allow clean water to be directly transported from the second channel to the first water outlet 31 and sprayed out.

[0078] The number of liquid storage bottles 41 is not less than two. For example, there are two liquid storage bottles 41, one of which stores shampoo and the other of which stores shower gel. There are two liquid extraction devices 43, one of which is used to deliver shampoo to the mixing container 44 and the other of which is used to deliver shower gel to the mixing container 44.

[0079] The first water path switching valve 45 can selectively activate the liquid extraction device 43. For example, the first water path switching valve 45 includes a valve core, a valve cap, and two microswitches. Two microswitches are distributed on the left and right sides of the valve core, and each microswitch is electrically connected to one of the liquid extraction devices 43. The valve cap is rotatably connected to the valve core, and the valve cap has a protrusion adapted to the microswitches. When the protrusion rotates to the microswitch on the left side of the valve core, the liquid extraction device 43 connected to the shampoo is activated. When the protrusion rotates to the microswitch on the right side of the valve core, the liquid extraction device 43 connected to the shower gel is activated. When the protrusion rotates to the gap between the two microswitches, neither liquid extraction device 43 is activated. At this time, the first channel is closed, the second channel is open, and clean water is directly delivered from the second channel to the first water outlet 31 and sprayed out.

[0080] In addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the foaming module 40 also includes a silencer, and the inflation device 42 is connected to the atmosphere through the silencer.

[0081] In the above embodiments, the airflow is further limited to passing through a silencer before entering the inflation device 42, so as to avoid the noise generated by the inflation device 42 affecting the user experience.

[0082] The silencer includes a sleeve, which is a shell structure with open ends. Sound-absorbing cotton is installed inside the sleeve. When airflow enters the silencer, the noise generated is absorbed by the sound-absorbing cotton, thereby reducing the noise generated by the inflation device 42.

[0083] In addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the foaming module 40 also includes a battery module, which is located in the mounting cavity 101 and is used to supply power to the foaming module 40.

[0084] The above embodiments further specify that the cleaning device is equipped with a battery module to power the foaming module 40, so as to avoid dangerous situations such as short circuits caused by using mains power in the bathroom.

[0085] The battery module can be a rechargeable battery, which can be removed from the housing 10 for charging, avoiding the use of mains power and reducing the risk of short circuits caused by high humidity in the bathroom.

[0086] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the number of water inlet channels is two, and the two water inlet channels are respectively connected to a cold water source and a hot water source; the control valve assembly 22 includes a cold and hot switching valve 221 and a second switching valve 222, the liquid inlet end of the cold and hot switching valve 221 is respectively connected to the two water inlet channels, and the liquid outlet end of the cold and hot switching valve 221 is connected to the mixing chamber. The cold and hot switching valve 221 is used to control the opening and closing of the water inlet channels, and the second switching valve 222 is used to control the opening and closing of the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel.

[0087] In the above embodiment, the number of water inlet channels is further limited to two, one of which is connected to a hot water source and the other is connected to a cold water source. The opening and closing of the water inlet channels can be controlled by the hot and cold water switching valve 221, thereby controlling the water temperature discharged from the outlet channel. Specifically, the hot and cold water switching valve 221 controls the water inlet channel connected to the cold water source to be closed, at which time the water temperature discharged from the outlet channel is the highest. The hot and cold water switching valve 221 controls the degree of opening of the two water inlet channels to adjust the water temperature discharged from the outlet channel. In cold winter, clean water of a certain temperature is supplied to the mixing container 44 to mix with the cleaning liquid, so that the generated foam has a certain temperature to avoid causing discomfort to the user.

[0088] In addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the second switching valve 222 is electrically connected to the foaming module 40, and the second switching valve 222 is also used to control the start and stop of the foaming module 40.

[0089] In the above embodiments, the second switching valve 222 is further defined to control the start and stop of the foaming module 40. Specifically, when the second switching valve 222 is in the closed state, the liquid extraction device 43 and the air filling device 42 of the foaming module 40 stop working. Only when the second switching valve 222 is in the open state will the liquid extraction device 43 and the air filling device 42 start working.

[0090] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that: the number of second switch valves 222 is the sum of the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel, and the second switch valves 222 are respectively disposed on the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel.

[0091] The number of second water outlet channels can be multiple. For example, there are three second water outlet channels and one first water outlet channel. The first water outlet channel is connected to the handheld shower head, one second water outlet channel is connected to the overhead shower head, another second water outlet channel is connected to the spray gun, and the last second water outlet channel is connected to the basin shower head. Correspondingly, there are four second switch valves 222, which are respectively installed on each of the first and second water outlet channels.

[0092] As shown in Figure 1, in addition to the features of the above embodiments, this embodiment further specifies that the second switching valve 222 is a piano key switch structure.

[0093] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0094] The above embodiments merely illustrate several implementation methods of this application, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed. However, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A bathing device, characterized in that, The outer casing (10) has an installation cavity (101) inside it; A shower faucet (20) is located in the mounting cavity (101). The shower faucet (20) includes a faucet body (21) and a control valve assembly (22). The faucet body (21) is provided with a mixing chamber and a water inlet channel, a first water outlet channel and a second water outlet channel communicating with the mixing chamber. The number of second water outlet channels is not less than two. The control valve assembly (22) is used to control the opening and closing of the water inlet channel, the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel. Water outlet device (30), the water outlet device (30) includes a first water outlet (31) and a second water outlet (32), the first water outlet (31) is connected to the first water outlet channel, and the number of the second water outlets (32) is the same as the number of the second water outlet channels and they are connected in a one-to-one correspondence; Foaming module (40) is located in the mounting cavity (101). The foaming module (40) is disposed between the first water outlet (31) and the first water outlet channel. The foaming module (40) is used to mix the cleaning liquid with clean water to generate foam and spray it out through the first water outlet (31).

2. The bathing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The foaming module (40) includes a storage bottle (41), an inflation device (42), a liquid extraction device (43), and a mixing container (44). The liquid inlet of the mixing container (44) is connected to the inflation device (42) and the first water outlet channel, respectively. The liquid inlet of the mixing container (44) is also connected to the storage bottle (41) through the liquid extraction device (43). The liquid outlet of the mixing container (44) is connected to the first water outlet (31).

3. The bathing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The foaming module (40) further includes a first water path switching valve (45), which is electrically connected to the liquid extraction device (43) and / or the air filling device (42). The first water path switching valve (45) is provided with a first channel and a second channel. The first channel is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container (44), and the second channel is connected to the first water outlet (31). The first water path switching valve (45) is configured to control the opening and closing of the first channel and the second channel.

4. The bathing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The foaming module (40) further includes a second water circuit switching valve (46), which is disposed between the first water circuit switching valve (45) and the mixing container (44). The second water circuit switching valve (46) is provided with a third channel and a fourth channel. The first channel is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container (44) through the third channel, and the first channel is connected to the third water outlet (33) through the fourth channel. The third water outlet (33) is disposed on the outer shell (10). The second water circuit switching valve (46) is configured to control the opening and closing of the third channel and the fourth channel.

5. The bathing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The foaming module (40) further includes a first one-way valve (47), which is disposed between the second water circuit switching valve (46) and the mixing container (44); And / or, A second one-way valve is provided between the liquid extraction device (43) and the mixing container (44); And / or, A third one-way valve is provided between the inflation device (42) and the mixing container (44); And / or, The foaming module (40) further includes a first switching valve (48), which is disposed between the second water circuit switching valve (46) and the third water outlet (33). The third water outlet (33) selectively connects to the second water circuit switching valve (46) through the first switching valve (48).

6. The bathing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The number of the liquid storage bottles (41) is not less than two, the number of the liquid extraction devices (43) is the same as the number of the liquid storage bottles (41), each of the liquid storage bottles (41) is connected to the liquid inlet of the mixing container (44) through one of the liquid extraction devices (43), and the first water circuit switching valve (45) is also configured to selectively start and stop the liquid extraction device (43).

7. The bathing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The foaming module (40) also includes a silencer, and the inflation device (42) is connected to the atmosphere through the silencer; And / or, The foaming module (40) also includes a battery module located in the mounting cavity (101) and is used to power the foaming module (40).

8. The bathing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of water inlet channels is two, and the two water inlet channels are respectively connected to a cold water source and a hot water source; the control valve assembly (22) includes a cold and hot switching valve (221) and a second switching valve (222). The liquid inlet end of the cold and hot switching valve (221) is respectively connected to the two water inlet channels, and the liquid outlet end of the cold and hot switching valve (221) is connected to the mixing chamber. The cold and hot switching valve (221) is used to control the opening and closing of the water inlet channels, and the second switching valve (222) is used to control the opening and closing of the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel.

9. The bathing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The number of the second switch valves (222) is the sum of the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel, and the second switch valves (222) are respectively installed on the first water outlet channel and the second water outlet channel; And / or, The second switching valve (222) is electrically connected to the foaming module (40), and the second switching valve (222) is also used to control the start and stop of the foaming module (40).

10. The bathing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The second switching valve (222) has a piano key switch structure.

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