JPH0118226Y2 - - Google Patents

Description

[Detailed description of the invention] (a) Industrial application field The present invention relates to a scale removal spatula for removing scale accumulated on the inside of a sink drain in a kitchen.

(b) Conventional technology The drains of sinks used for washing dishes, etc. have recently become large in diameter (approximately 10 to 20 cm), and they are equipped with removable wire mesh, etc., and are equipped with deodorizing mechanisms to filter washing water. However, it is well known that fine residue can mix with oil, etc., adhere to the inside of the drain, and accumulate as grime. At present, no special purpose has been devised.

(c) Problems to be solved by the invention As mentioned above, residues from washing at the drain outlet are usually removed using a wire mesh, but it is possible to effectively remove the accumulation of minute residues, i.e., scales, that have adhered to the inner circumferential surface and bottom of the drain outlet. What is desired is a means to remove it.

(d) Means for solving the problem Therefore, in the present invention, both ends of a rectangular spatula body made of a single elastic body made of synthetic resin or metal are formed into a tapered shape, and the spatula body is formed into a tapered shape. A triangular notch is cut on both sides of the central part of the spatula body, and the corner of the tip edge of one half of the spatula body is further tapered to form an arc shape, and the other half is wound in a spiral shape. It is designed to act as a handle, and its elasticity allows the other half to be inserted along the inner circumferential surface of the drain hole to scrape away the dirt that has accumulated on the inner circumferential surface and bottom of the drain hole. .

Hereinafter, the gist of the present invention will be explained based on the embodiments shown in the drawings.

(E) Embodiment Figure 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of the scale removal spatula of the present invention, Figure 2 is a developed plan view of the spatula, and Figure 3 shows the spatula inserted into a drain port. It is a partially cutaway side view.

In the drawing, 1 is a single synthetic resin spatula body that has a rectangular shape, and has notches 2 on both sides of the center.
2 is cut and formed into a tapered shape toward both ends, and if necessary, the corner portion 1b of the tip edge 1a is preferably further tapered to form an arc shape.

Next, one half piece 3' forming the main body 1 is wound spirally to form a handle 4 using its elasticity, as shown in the first figure.

Note that the spatula main body 1 may be made of metal as long as it has elasticity.

(f) Function To explain how the spatula of the present invention having the above-mentioned configuration is used, FIG. At this time, the main body 1 is inserted into the drain hole inner peripheral surface 12 in a curved state due to the elasticity of the spatula itself, but the notches 2, 2
As a result, the vertical curvature of the half piece 3 is easily and elastically performed, and when the main body 1 is rotated along the inner circumferential surface 12 of the drain port, the vertical edges 1c, 1c of the half piece 3 are bent easily and elastically.
However, it is effective in scraping off dirt 13 by resiliently sliding against the inner circumferential surface 12.

Further, the tip edge 1a of the half piece 3 is useful for scraping off the dirt accumulated on the bottom 14 of the drain port 10.

Of course, it is possible to remove the cover 15, but this is cumbersome as it requires tools such as a screwdriver or pliers, and it is usually possible to scrape off most of the dirt using the half piece 3. .

(g) Effects of the invention As described above, according to the invention, by simply removing the wire mesh 11 of the drain port 10, it is possible to easily clean the dirt on the annular bottom 14, where fingers cannot pass through. Since the main body 1 itself has elasticity and the notches 2, 2 are provided, the vertical edges 1c, 1c come into close contact with the inner circumferential surface 12, making it possible to reliably scrape off scale.

In addition, the spatula of the present invention is constructed from a single piece and has a very simple structure, so the cost is low, and the handle 4 is formed on the other half 3' side of the spatula body 1. It has many advantages, such as ease of operation, and is extremely effective to keep in the kitchen.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of the scale removal spatula of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a developed plan view thereof, and FIG. 3 is a partially cutaway side view of a drain port showing the spatula in use.

Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] A spatula body 1 made of a single rectangular elastic body tapered from the center to the ends is provided, and triangular notches 2, 2 are provided on both sides of the center of the spatula body 1. The corner 1 of the tip edge 1a of one half piece 3 of the spatula main body 1 is formed by cutting.
A scum removing spatula is formed by further tapering b and 1b to form an arc shape, and winding the other half piece 3' in a spiral shape.