CN219971868U - Water tank device and purifier - Google Patents

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a water tank device and a water purifier. The water tank device includes: a fixing frame; a water tank; the upper end of the hanging component is connected to the fixing frame, the lower end of the hanging component is connected to the water tank, and the water tank can swing in a vertical plane relative to the fixing frame. When the surface on which the fixing frame is placed is parallel to the horizontal direction, the water tank can be in an initial position. When the surface on which the fixing frame is placed is not parallel to the horizontal direction (i.e., the surface is inclined), water in the water tank flows to a lower side. Under the action of gravity, the water tank swings to the lower side in the vertical plane. The water tank may swing toward the initial position so as to swing to or near the initial position. Therefore, even when the surface is not parallel to the horizontal direction, the tank can swing to the initial position as much as possible. In this way, the difference in height between the upper side and the lower side of the tank is small, even zero. Therefore, the actual volume of the water tank is reduced by a small amount or not reduced.

Description

Water tank device and purifier

Technical Field

The utility model relates to the technical field of water purification, in particular to a water tank device and a water purifier with the same.

Background

Along with the improvement of living standard, the requirements of people on water quality are also higher. At present, various water purifiers are available in the market, and raw water is filtered mainly through a filter element so as to produce purified water.

The existing water purifier is usually provided with a water tank. Taking a water tank as a clean water tank as an example, clean water produced by the water purifier can be stored in the clean water tank in advance. When the user needs to use the purified water, the purified water can be taken out from the purified water tank. Therefore, the water purifier can realize quick water outlet.

However, the water tank is generally fixed to the frame of the water purifier. When the table surface on which the water purifier is placed is not parallel to the horizontal direction, water in the water tank may overflow from the lower side. Therefore, the actual usage volume of the water tank is reduced. And when the water tank is provided with a liquid level sensor, the liquid level detected by the liquid level sensor can have inaccurate phenomenon, so that the problems of triggering overflow alarm and the like are caused.

Disclosure of Invention

In order to at least partially solve the problems of the prior art, according to one aspect of the present utility model, a water tank arrangement is provided. The water tank device includes: a fixing frame; a water tank; and the upper end of the hanging assembly is connected to the fixing frame, the lower end of the hanging assembly is connected to the water tank, and the water tank can swing in a vertical plane relative to the fixing frame.

In practical application, when the surface on which the fixing frame is placed is parallel to the horizontal direction, the water tank can be in an initial position. When the surface on which the fixing frame is placed is not parallel to the horizontal direction (i.e., the surface is inclined), water in the water tank flows to a lower side. Thus, the water tank swings to a lower side in the vertical plane under the action of gravity. In this way, the water tank can swing toward the initial position, and thus can swing to or near the initial position. Therefore, even when the surface is not parallel to the horizontal direction, the tank can swing to the initial position as much as possible. In this way, the difference in height between the upper side and the lower side of the tank is small, even zero. Therefore, the actual volume of the water tank is reduced by a small amount or not reduced. And, when the water tank is provided with parts such as liquid level detector, the accuracy of liquid level that liquid level detector detected is higher. Therefore, the water tank device provides a basis for normal use of the liquid level detector and the like.

Illustratively, the hanger assembly includes a connecting rod and a connecting member, the connecting rod being pivotally connected to the connecting member, the connecting member being configured to be upper and/or lower. The structure of the hanging assembly is simple, and the manufacturing cost is low. And the mechanical strength of the hanging assembly is higher, so that the hanging assembly can be prevented from being broken by the water tank.

Illustratively, the connecting rod includes an end portion, a first arc surface is provided on the end portion, a second arc surface adapted to the first arc surface is provided on the connecting member, and the first arc surface is pivotable relative to the second arc surface. So arranged, the connecting rod can pivot universally relative to the connecting piece. Thus, the water tank can swing towards the initial position no matter the surface on which the fixing frame is placed is inclined towards any direction.

Illustratively, the fixing frame and/or the water tank are/is provided with a third arc surface, the connecting rod further comprises a rod part connected to the end part, the rod part penetrates through the second arc surface, the third arc surface and the second arc surface are surrounded to form a pivoting cavity, and the end part is accommodated in the pivoting cavity. So set up, the connecting rod is better for the effect of the universal pivot of connecting piece.

Illustratively, the hanger assembly includes a plurality of hanger assemblies disposed at intervals along the horizontal direction. Through setting up a plurality of suspension assemblies, can improve the mechanical strength of connection to can be applicable to the water tank of jumbo size.

Illustratively, the lower ends of the plurality of hanger assemblies are connected to four corners of the water tank, respectively. Thus, the stress of the hanging components is relatively uniform.

Illustratively, the mount includes a bottom plate and a pair of oppositely disposed side plates extending upwardly from edges of the bottom plate, the tank being received between the bottom plate and the pair of side plates. The fixing frame can protect the water tank, so that the water tank can be prevented from being damaged by external force.

Illustratively, a level detector is provided on the tank. The level detector may be used to detect the level of the liquid in the tank.

Illustratively, the water tank is provided with a weight in the center of the horizontal direction. Through setting up the balancing weight, can make the focus of water tank and the water tank be on a vertical line along the center of horizontal direction as far as to can make the water tank be in initial position as far as possible.

According to another aspect of the present utility model, there is also provided a water purifier. The water purifier comprises any one of the water tank devices.

In the summary, a series of concepts in a simplified form are introduced, which will be further described in detail in the detailed description section. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.

Advantages and features of the utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Drawings

The following drawings are included to provide an understanding of the utility model and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. Embodiments of the present utility model and their description are shown in the drawings to explain the principles of the utility model. In the drawings of which there are shown,

fig. 1 is a perspective view of a water tank apparatus according to an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model;

fig. 2 is a front view of the water tank apparatus shown in fig. 1;

fig. 3 is an exploded view of the water tank apparatus shown in fig. 1;

fig. 4 is a perspective view of the mount shown in fig. 3;

fig. 5 is a perspective view of the case shown in fig. 3;

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the connector shown in FIG. 3; and

fig. 7 is a perspective view of the connecting rod shown in fig. 3.

Wherein the above figures include the following reference numerals:

100. a fixing frame; 110. a bottom plate; 111. opening holes; 120. a side plate; 121. an opening; 200. a water tank; 210. a case; 220. a cover body; 230. a seal; 241. a third arc surface; 242. a first connection hole; 250. a water passing port; 300. a hanging assembly; 310. a connecting rod; 311. an end portion; 312. a stem portion; 313. a first arc surface; 320. a connecting piece; 321. a second arc surface; 322. a second connection hole; 400. a liquid level detector; 500. and (5) balancing weights.

Detailed Description

In the following description, numerous details are provided to provide a thorough understanding of the utility model. However, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the following description illustrates preferred embodiments of the utility model by way of example only and that the utility model may be practiced without one or more of these details. Furthermore, some technical features that are known in the art have not been described in detail in order to avoid obscuring the utility model.

According to one aspect of the present utility model, a water tank apparatus is provided. The water tank arrangement may be used for storing water. The water tank arrangement may be applied to any suitable device including, but not limited to, a water purifier or a heating device. Therefore, according to another aspect of the present utility model, there is also provided a water purifier. The water purifier can be a bench-type water purifier or a central water purifier and the like. The water tank device and the water purifier according to the embodiments of the present utility model will be described in detail with reference to specific embodiments.

As shown in fig. 1 to 7, the water tank apparatus may include a fixing frame 100, a water tank 200, and a hanging assembly 300.

The structure of the fixing frame 100 may be arbitrary, including but not limited to a fixing rod, a fixing plate, or a bracket. In an embodiment in which the water tank apparatus is applied to a water purifier, the fixing frame 100 may be a frame of the water purifier. Mount 100 may be placed on the floor, counter top, or any other suitable surface.

The water tank 200 may have a storage space therein to store water. The tanks include, but are not limited to, raw tanks, clean tanks or concentrate tanks. Of course, other liquids than water may be stored in the tank if necessary. For convenience of description, the water tank device and the water purifier according to the embodiment of the present utility model will be described below by taking the storage of water in the water tank 200 as an example.

In the embodiment shown in the drawings, the water tank 200 may include a tank body 210, a cover 220, and a seal 230. The case 210 may have an opening. The cover 220 may cover the opening of the case 210. The case 210 and the cover 220 may surround to form the storage space. The sealing member 230 may be clamped between the case 210 and the cover 220, so that the sealing between the case 210 and the cover 220 is good. The seal 230 includes, but is not limited to, a seal ring. It is understood that the water tank 200 may be provided with a water passing port 250. The water passing port 250 may be connected to other waterway components through a hose such as a silicone tube. Water may flow into the storage space through the water passing port 250 or may flow out of the storage space. The water passing port 250 may be provided at any suitable location on the water tank 200. Generally, the water passing port 250 may be provided at the bottom of the tank 210.

The upper end of hanger assembly 300 may be coupled to mount 100 by welding, threaded connection, or a connector connection, among other suitable means. The lower end of hanger assembly 300 may be connected to tank 200 by welding, threaded connection, or a connector connection, among other suitable means. Under the action of the hanging assembly 300, the water tank 200 is swingable in a vertical plane with respect to the fixing frame 100. The vertical face may include a plurality of faces extending in a vertical direction. Hanger assembly 300 may include any suitable structure. In some embodiments, the hanger assembly 300 may include a flexible cord such as a wire rope; alternatively, the upper end of the hanger assembly 300 is pivotable in a vertical plane with respect to the mount 100; alternatively, the lower end of hanger assembly 300 is pivotable in a vertical plane relative to tank 200.

In practice, when the surface on which the mount 100 is placed is parallel to the horizontal direction, the water tank 200 may be in the initial position. In the initial position, tank 200 may extend generally horizontally or at a small angle to the horizontal. When the surface on which the fixing frame 100 is placed is not parallel to the horizontal direction (i.e., the surface is inclined), water in the water tank 200 flows to a lower side. In this way, the water tank 200 swings to a lower side in a vertical plane by gravity. In this way, the water tank 200 may swing toward the initial position, and thus may swing to or near the initial position. Therefore, even when the surface is not parallel to the horizontal direction, the water tank 200 can swing to the initial position as much as possible. In this way, the height difference between the upper side and the lower side of the water tank 200 is small, even zero. Therefore, the actual usage volume of the water tank 200 is reduced by a small amount or not reduced. Also, when the water tank 200 is provided with the liquid level detector 400 and the like, the accuracy of the liquid level detected by the liquid level detector 400 is high. Thus, the tank arrangement provides a basis for normal use of the level detector 400 and the like.

Illustratively, the tank arrangement may further comprise a liquid level detector 400. Level detector 400 may be provided on tank 200. The liquid level detector 400 includes, but is not limited to, a liquid level sensor or a liquid level relay. Level detector 400 may be used to detect the level of liquid within tank 200. For example, when level detector 400 detects that the level of liquid within tank 200 is below a low level threshold, level detector 400 may send a corresponding signal to cause the corresponding component to refill the interior of tank 200. When level detector 400 detects that the level of liquid within tank 200 is above a high level threshold, level detector 400 may send a corresponding signal to cause the corresponding component to cease replenishing water within tank 200. The low and high liquid level thresholds may be selected by those skilled in the art according to actual use requirements. In any case, the low and high level thresholds are typically preset at the time of production or installation of the tank assembly, as is known for tank assemblies.

Illustratively, tank 200 may also include a counterweight 500. The counterweight 500 can be made of a material with high metal isopycnic density. The weight 500 may be disposed at the center of the water tank 200 in the horizontal direction. The weight 500 may be provided on the case 210, the cover 220, or in the storage space of the water tank 200. In the embodiment shown in the figures, the weight 500 may be disposed at the bottom of the tank body 210 of the water tank 200. Illustratively, in an embodiment in which the bottom of the tank 210 is provided with the water passing port 250, the weight 500 may have a ring shape. The ring-shaped balancing weight 500 may be sleeved on the water passing port 250. When the level detector 400 and the like are provided on the water tank 200, the center of gravity of the water tank 200 is shifted, which may cause the water tank 200 to be unable to be in the initial position. By providing the weight 500, the center of gravity of the water tank 200 and the center of the water tank 200 in the horizontal direction can be aligned as much as possible, so that the water tank 200 can be positioned at the initial position as much as possible.

Illustratively, the mount 100 may include a bottom plate 110 and a pair of side plates 120. A pair of side plates 120 may extend upward from the edges of the bottom plate 110. The pair of side plates 120 may be disposed opposite to each other. As such, mount 100 may be generally U-shaped. The bottom panel 110 and the pair of side panels 120 may be connected by any suitable means, such as welding or molding. The water tank 200 may be accommodated between the bottom plate 110 and the pair of side plates 120. The base plate 110 may be placed on the surface. The water tank 200 may swing between the pair of side plates 120 in a vertical plane parallel to the pair of side plates 120. Of course, by providing a sufficient distance between the water tank 200 and the pair of side plates 120, the water tank 200 may also be swung between the pair of side plates 120 in a vertical plane perpendicular to the pair of side plates 120. The fixing frame 100 may protect the water tank 200, thereby preventing the water tank 200 from being damaged by external force.

Illustratively, in embodiments in which the bottom of the housing 210 is provided with the water passing port 250, the bottom plate 110 may be provided with the opening 111. The aperture 111 may be aligned with the water port 250. In this manner, hoses such as silicone tubing may be passed through the apertures 111 so as to be communicated to other waterway components.

Illustratively, the side plate 120 may be provided with an opening 121. So configured, the consumable material of the side plate 120 is small. Also, the opening 121 may facilitate the passage of cables from the level detector 400 and the like.

Illustratively, the hanger assembly 300 may include a connecting rod 310 and a connector 320. The connecting rod 310 is pivotally connected to the connecting member 320. The connector 320 may be configured as an upper end of the hanger assembly 300 and/or as a lower end of the hanger assembly 300. That is, the link 320 is pivotably connected to the upper end of the link 310, or the link 320 is pivotably connected to the lower end of the link 310; alternatively, the connection member 320 may be two to be pivotably connected to the upper and lower ends of the connection lever 310, respectively. Connector 320 may be coupled to mount 100 and/or hanger assembly 300 by any suitable means, such as welding, threaded connection, or a connector connection. So arranged, the hanging assembly 300 has simple structure and low manufacturing cost. Further, the hanging assembly 300 has high mechanical strength, so that it can be prevented from being broken by the water tank 200.

Illustratively, the connecting rod 310 may include an end 311. The end 311 may be provided with a first circular arc surface 313. The connector 320 may be provided with a second arc surface 321. The second circular arc surface 321 may be adapted to the first circular arc surface 313. The first arc surface 313 is pivotable with respect to the second arc surface 321. So configured, the connecting rod 310 can be universally pivoted relative to the connector 320. In this way, the water tank 200 can swing toward the initial position regardless of the inclination of the surface on which the mount 100 is placed toward any direction.

Illustratively, mount 100 and/or tank 200 may have a third arcuate surface 241 disposed thereon. The connecting rod 310 may also include a stem 312. The stem 312 may be connected to the end 311 by any suitable means, such as welding, threading, or clamping. The rod portion 312 may pass through the second circular arc surface 321. The third circular arc surface 241 and the second circular arc surface 321 may enclose to form a pivoting cavity. Specifically, the second circular arc surface 321 may have a large-sized opening and a small-sized opening that are oppositely disposed. The large-sized opening may be connected to the third circular arc surface 241. The size of the large-sized opening may be adapted to the size of the third circular arc surface 241. The size of the small-sized opening may be smaller than the size of the end 311. The size of the small-sized opening may be greater than the size of the stem 312. The stem 312 may pass through a small-sized opening. An end 311 of the connecting rod 310 may be received in the pivot cavity. So arranged, the connecting rod 310 is universally pivotable relative to the connector 320. During the actual assembly, the rod portion 312 may be first passed through the second circular arc surface 321, and then the fixing frame 100 and/or the water tank 200 may be coupled with the coupling member 320, so that the end 311 of the coupling lever 310 may be received in the pivot chamber.

Illustratively, the water tank 200 may be provided with a first coupling hole 242. The connection member 320 may be provided with a second connection hole 322. The first connection hole 242 may be aligned with the second connection hole 322. The tank arrangement may further comprise a fixture. The fixing member may pass through the first and second connection holes 242 and 322 so that the water tank 200 and the connection member 320 may be connected. Similarly, the fixing frame 100 and the connecting piece 320 may be connected in this manner, and for brevity, a description thereof will be omitted.

Illustratively, the hanger assembly 300 may include a plurality, including but not limited to four as shown in the figures, for example, two, three, or others, as long as at least two. The plurality of hanger assemblies 300 may be disposed at intervals in the horizontal direction. By providing a plurality of hanging assemblies 300, the mechanical strength of the connection can be improved, and thus can be applied to the large-sized water tank 200.

Illustratively, lower ends of the plurality of hanging assemblies 300 may be connected to four corners of the water tank 200, respectively. Thus, the plurality of hanger assemblies 300 are more uniformly stressed.

In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the azimuth or positional relationships indicated by the azimuth terms such as "front", "rear", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "transverse", "vertical", "horizontal", and "top", "bottom", etc., are generally based on the azimuth or positional relationships shown in the drawings, merely for convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, and these azimuth terms do not indicate and imply that the apparatus or elements referred to must have a specific azimuth or be constructed and operated in a specific azimuth, without limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model; the orientation terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer relative to the outline of the components themselves.

For ease of description, regional relative terms, such as "above … …," "above … …," "upper surface at … …," "above," and the like, may be used herein to describe regional positional relationships of one or more components or features to other components or features illustrated in the figures. It will be understood that the relative terms of regions include not only the orientation of the components illustrated in the figures, but also different orientations in use or operation. For example, if the element in the figures is turned over entirely, elements "over" or "on" other elements or features would then be included in cases where the element is "under" or "beneath" the other elements or features. Thus, the exemplary term "above … …" may include both orientations of "above … …" and "below … …". Moreover, these components or features may also be positioned at other different angles (e.g., rotated 90 degrees or other angles), and all such cases are intended to be encompassed herein.

It is noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of exemplary embodiments according to the present utility model. As used herein, the singular is also intended to include the plural unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, and furthermore, it is to be understood that the terms "comprises" and/or "comprising" when used in this specification are taken to specify the presence of stated features, steps, operations, components, assemblies, and/or combinations thereof.

It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," and the like in the description and the claims of the present utility model and the above figures are used for distinguishing between similar objects and not necessarily for describing a particular sequential or chronological order. It is to be understood that the data so used may be interchanged where appropriate such that embodiments of the utility model described herein may be implemented in sequences other than those illustrated or otherwise described herein.

The present utility model has been illustrated by the above-described embodiments, but it should be understood that the above-described embodiments are for purposes of illustration and description only and are not intended to limit the utility model to the embodiments described. In addition, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the present utility model is not limited to the embodiments described above, and that many variations and modifications are possible in light of the teachings of the utility model, which variations and modifications are within the scope of the utility model as claimed. The scope of the utility model is defined by the appended claims and equivalents thereof.

Claims (10)

1. A cistern apparatus, comprising:

a fixing frame;

a water tank; and

the upper end of the hanging assembly is connected to the fixing frame, the lower end of the hanging assembly is connected to the water tank, and the water tank can swing in a vertical plane relative to the fixing frame.

2. The water tank apparatus of claim 1, wherein the hanger assembly includes a connecting rod and a connecting member, the connecting rod being pivotally connected to the connecting member, the connecting member being configured as the upper end and/or the lower end.

3. The cistern arrangement according to claim 2, wherein said connecting rod comprises an end portion provided with a first arc surface, said connecting member being provided with a second arc surface adapted to said first arc surface, said first arc surface being pivotable relative to said second arc surface.

4. A cistern arrangement according to claim 3, wherein the mounting bracket and/or the cistern is provided with a third arcuate surface, the connecting rod further comprising a rod portion connected to the end portion, the rod portion passing through the second arcuate surface, the third arcuate surface and the second arcuate surface circumscribing a pivot cavity, the end portion being received in the pivot cavity.

5. The water tank apparatus of claim 1, wherein the hanging assembly includes a plurality of hanging assemblies spaced apart in a horizontal direction.

6. The water tank apparatus as recited in claim 5, wherein the lower ends of the plurality of hanging assemblies are respectively connected to four corners of the water tank.

7. The cistern arrangement according to claim 1, wherein said mounting bracket includes a base plate and a pair of oppositely disposed side plates extending upwardly from the edges of said base plate, said cistern being received between said base plate and said pair of side plates.

8. The water tank apparatus of claim 1, wherein a liquid level detector is provided on the water tank.

9. The water tank apparatus of claim 1, wherein the water tank is provided with a weight block at a center in a horizontal direction.

10. A water purifier comprising a water tank device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9.