JPH0810729A - Ultrasonic washing device - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To enhance the versatility of an ultrasonic washing device and to enhance washing effect by providing this device with a main body unit disposed with a driving circuit of an ultrasonic vibrator and a washing unit provided with an ultrasonic vibrator connected via an electric cord thereto in a waterproof case. CONSTITUTION:This ultrasonic washing device 1 is composed of the main body unit 2, the washing unit 3 and the electric cord 4 subjected to insulation coating. The main body unit 2 has a case 6 having a housing part 5 to be leaned and housed with the washing unit 3 units at a central part, a power source switch SW1, a timer switch SW2, a cord winding operation button B, etc. On the other hand, the washing unit 3 is composed of a hollow circular synthetic resin case 9 and the ultrasonic vibrator 10 arranged in the internal space of this case 9 and is formed to a waterproof structure to prevent infiltration of the water therein by gaskets 14, 15, 17. The rear surface of the lower case 12 is provided with plural suction cups 18 for fixing the washing unit 3.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an ultrasonic cleaning device having improved versatility.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Those that use ultrasonic waves to wash items to be washed are widely known, and those used for washing dishes for business use, those that are integrated into a sink and used for washing dishes at home, There are those used for cleaning glasses and accessories (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 4-156987). All of these devices have an ultrasonic vibrating body attached to the bottom of a container that stores water, or similar parts, and this ultrasonic vibrating body is driven at a predetermined frequency to generate ultrasonic waves in water, and the vibration generated thereby It has a structure that removes dirt.

[0003]

However, in the conventional ultrasonic cleaning device, since the ultrasonic vibrator is fixed to the bottom of a dedicated container, the ultrasonic cleaning should be performed, for example, using a sink in a general household. Alternatively, it has a structure in which ultrasonic cleaning cannot be performed using a washbasin or the like, which lacks versatility.

Therefore, the present invention has been made in consideration of the above points, and its main problem is to increase the versatility of the ultrasonic cleaning apparatus, and also to improve the cleaning effect and usability. And so on.

[0005]

An ultrasonic cleaning apparatus of the present invention has a main body unit in which a drive circuit for driving an ultrasonic vibrator is disposed in a case, the drive circuit and a predetermined length. And a cleaning unit in which the ultrasonic vibrator connected via an electric cord is arranged in a case having a waterproof structure, and the cleaning unit is attached to the main unit within the range of the length of the electric cord. It is characterized by being configured to be movable relative to it.

Further, the cleaning unit may be provided with a water flow generating means which is detachably attached to the waterproof case.

Further, the water flow generating means may be constructed so as to eject the water supplied from the water supply.

Further, it is possible to provide a guard which covers the upper surface of the cleaning unit at a predetermined interval.

Further, the cleaning unit may be provided with fixing means for fixing itself to a desired position.

The fixing means may be constituted by a suction cup.

The main body unit may include a storage portion for storing the cleaning unit.

[0012]

Since the ultrasonic cleaning apparatus of the present invention is configured as described above, the cleaning unit connected to the main unit via the power cord can be attached to any container or water storage portion for containing the cleaning object. Therefore, versatility can be improved and usability can be improved.

Further, if the cleaning unit is provided with a detachable water flow generating means, it is possible to prevent re-adhesion of stains dropped by ultrasonic cleaning by the water flow and enhance the cleaning effect. Furthermore, if the water flow generating means is configured to eject water supplied from the water supply, the configuration can be simplified.

Further, by providing a guard for covering the upper surface of the cleaning unit at a predetermined interval, it is possible to prevent contact between the cleaning object and the upper surface of the cleaning unit and prevent damage to the cleaning object.

Further, if the cleaning unit is provided with a fixing means for fixing itself to a desired position, it is possible to prevent the cleaning unit from moving in water and maintain a good cleaning state. If the suction cup is used, reliable fixing can be performed with a simple structure.

If the main body unit is provided with a storage portion for storing the cleaning unit, the cleaning unit can be easily stored and the storage space can be reduced.

[0017]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1, an ultrasonic cleaning apparatus 1 according to the present invention
Is mainly composed of the main body unit 2, the cleaning unit 3 and the electric cord 4 for connecting them, which is insulated and coated with a predetermined length (about 1 to 2 m).

The main body unit 2 has a case 6 provided with a storage portion 5 formed by a groove in the vertical direction for storing the cleaning unit 3 in the center thereof, a power switch SW1 arranged on the outer side of the case 6, and a timer. Switch SW
2. An operation panel section 7 including a cord winding operation button B, an electric circuit unit (not shown) arranged inside the case 6, and a cord reel (not shown) for winding the electric cord 4. And a power cord 8 for connecting to a commercial power source. The width of the groove forming the storage portion 5 is set to be slightly wider than the thickness of the cleaning unit 3. The case 6 is made of synthetic resin. The timer switch SW2 is used to set the operating time of the cleaning unit 3. In the electric circuit unit, various circuits such as a driving circuit for driving an ultrasonic vibrating body of the cleaning unit 3 described later via the electric cord 4 and a timer circuit for measuring the driving time are incorporated. There is.

As shown in the sectional view of FIG. 2, the cleaning unit 3 is mainly composed of a hollow circular synthetic resin case 9 and an ultrasonic vibrating body 10 arranged in the internal space of the case 9. ing. The case 9 includes upper and lower circular cases 11 and 12, a ring-shaped frame body 13, and ring-shaped packings 14 and 15, and surrounds the upper and lower cases 11 and 12 with the ring-shaped packing 14 interposed. The ring-shaped frame body 13 is arranged facing each other around the upper case 11 via the packing 15, and the ring-shaped frame body 13 is screwed to the lower case to be assembled. Ultrasonic vibrator 1
Reference numeral 0 is composed of, for example, a piezoelectric vibrating element, and is arranged concentrically on the back surface of the upper case 11 which also functions as a vibrating plate, and is closely fixed. Electric cord 4 connected to the ultrasonic vibrator 10
Is led out through a hole 16 formed in the lower case 12, and this hole 16 portion is closed by a silicon-based packing 17. In this way, the case 9 has a waterproof structure in which water is prevented from entering the inside by the packings 14, 15 and 17. In order to enhance stability during cleaning, this case 9 is set so that it is submerged in water when properly selected in materials and shapes, but in order to facilitate cleaning near the water surface. It is also possible to set it so that it floats on the water surface when it is turned upside down. On the back surface of the lower case 12, a plurality of suction cups 1 for fixing the cleaning unit 3 at a predetermined position.
8 and 18 are attached.

Next, a usage state of the ultrasonic cleaning device 1 having the above-mentioned structure will be described. First of all, as shown in FIG. 4, a container 20 for containing a cleaning product is prepared, and this container 2
The cleaning unit 3 is attached and fixed to the bottom of 0 using suction cups 18, 18. Then, after pouring a predetermined amount of water into the container 20, desired washing items such as dishes and accessories are arranged on the washing unit 3. Add detergent if necessary. Next, when the power switch SW1 is pressed to turn on the power, an internal electric circuit starts to operate, a voltage of a predetermined frequency (for example, 38 kHz) is applied to the ultrasonic vibrating body 10 via the power cord 4, and the ultrasonic wave is transmitted. The vibrating body 10 vibrates and ultrasonic waves are generated from the upper case 11 which also functions as a diaphragm. This ultrasonic wave
It has the effect of propagating in water to remove stains from the wash product in water. When the cleaning is completed, the power is turned off by pressing the power switch SW1 again, and the ultrasonic vibrator 10
The generation of ultrasonic waves from the computer stops. If the timer switch SW2 is pressed during cleaning, a predetermined time (for example, 10
Minutes) after which the power is automatically turned off. Container 2
Since the cleaning unit 3 removed from 0 can be stored in a state of leaning against the storage portion 5 of the main body unit 2 as shown in FIG. 3, it can be stored compactly. The electric cord 4 can be stored compactly because the cord reel inside the electric cord 4 performs a winding operation by operating the cord winding operation button B and can be wound and stored on this cord reel.

As described above, since the cleaning unit 3 can be freely moved within the length range of the electric cord 4 and can be attached to a desired position by using the suction cups 18 and 18, a dedicated container is provided as in the conventional case. It is not necessary, and the overall shape can be reduced in size and weight. Furthermore, the cleaning unit 3
By setting various outer diameters, it can be applied to various containers that can store water, such as sinks for sinks, bathtubs, washing tubs for washing machines, washbasins, buckets, washbasins, and cups. The sex can be extremely enhanced.

Next, an instrument used as a part of the cleaning unit 3 added to the case 9 will be described. What is shown in FIG. 5 is a first accessory 30 that is attached to and detached from the cleaning unit 3 in order to spout tap water and enhance the cleaning effect of the cleaning object.
Then, the ring-shaped body 31 having a hollow inside and the ring-shaped body 3
1 and a hose 32 whose one end is connected.
The ring-shaped body 31 has a circular space 33 in the center of which the case 9 constituting the cleaning unit 3 is fitted, and a plurality of ejection holes 34, 34 communicating with the interior are formed at an upper surface of the ring-shaped body 31. Is a groove 35 through which the electric cord 4 passes.
Are formed. Therefore, when cleaning, as shown in FIG. 6, the case 9 is placed in the central circular space 33 of the ring-shaped body 31.
The electric cord 4 in the groove 35, and the hose 3
It is used by connecting 2 to the tap J of the water supply. Then, after this is attached to the container 20 or the like in the same manner as described above, when water is supplied to the ring-shaped body 31 from the tap water, the water is ejected from the ejection holes 34, 34 to generate a water flow, and the washing object is washed. be able to. By performing this together with ultrasonic cleaning, the cleaning effect is further enhanced. The ring-shaped body 31 can also be stored in the storage portion of the main body unit 2 while being attached to the case 9. In this way, if tap water is used as the water flow generation means, a water faucet is provided near the sink, the bathroom, and the washing machine, so that it can be used and the configuration is simplified. It is possible and easy to handle. Other than this, as the water flow generating means, it is also possible to employ a configuration in which the rotating blade is rotated using an electric motor such as a motor to generate a water flow.

The one shown in FIG. 7 is a second accessory (guard) 4 for preventing contact between the cleaning unit 3 and the cleaning object.
0, it is composed of a ring-shaped frame 41, a plurality of wire rods 42, 42 attached to the ring-shaped frame 41 at equal intervals, and a corrosion-resistant member that is submerged in water and has four legs 43.
The inner diameter of the ring-shaped frame 41 is set to be approximately the same as the outer diameter of the ring-shaped body 31 so as not to interfere with the water ejected from the ejection holes 34, 34. The length of the leg 43 is 4
It is set to be slightly longer than the total height of the case 9 and the suction cup 18 so as to maintain a predetermined space between the case 2 and the case 9. Therefore, when cleaning, as shown in FIG.
By disposing the guard 40, it is possible to arrange the cleaning items on the guard 40 and prevent contact between the cleaning items and the case 9.

[0024]

As described above, according to the ultrasonic cleaning apparatus of the present invention, the cleaning unit, which is connected to the main unit via the power cord, can be attached to any container or water storage portion for containing the cleaning object. Therefore, versatility can be improved and usability can be improved.

Further, if the cleaning unit is provided with a detachable water flow generating means, it is possible to prevent re-adhesion of dirt dropped by ultrasonic cleaning by the water flow and enhance the cleaning effect. Furthermore, if the water flow generating means is configured to eject water supplied from the water supply, the configuration can be simplified.

Further, by providing a guard which covers the upper surface of the cleaning unit at a predetermined interval, it is possible to prevent contact between the cleaning object and the upper surface of the cleaning unit and prevent damage to the cleaning object.

Further, if the cleaning unit is provided with a fixing means for fixing itself to a desired position, it is possible to prevent the cleaning unit from moving in water and maintain a good cleaning state. If the suction cup is used, reliable fixing can be performed with a simple structure.

If the main body unit is provided with a storage portion for storing the cleaning unit, the cleaning unit can be easily stored and the storage space can be reduced.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of an ultrasonic cleaning device of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a sectional view of the cleaning unit according to the embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a stored state of the cleaning unit of the embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing an example of a usage state of the cleaning unit of the embodiment.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing an accessory of the cleaning unit of the embodiment.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing an example of a usage state of the embodiment.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing accessories of the cleaning unit of the embodiment.

FIG. 8 is a perspective view showing an example of a usage state of the embodiment.

[Explanation of symbols]

 2 Main unit 3 Cleaning unit 4 Electric cord 5 Storage section 9 Case 10 Ultrasonic vibrator 18 Sucker 30 First accessory 40 Second accessory

 ─────────────────────────────────────────────────── ─── Continuation of the front page (72) Inventor Tachi Wakui 3 201 Minamiyoshikata, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture Tottori Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd.

Claims (7)

[Claims] 1. A main body unit in which a drive circuit for driving the ultrasonic vibration body is disposed in a case, and the ultrasonic vibration body connected to the drive circuit via an electric cord having a predetermined length. An ultrasonic wave, comprising: a cleaning unit arranged in a waterproof case, wherein the cleaning unit is movable with respect to the main unit within the length of the electric cord. Cleaning device. 2. The ultrasonic cleaning apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the cleaning unit is provided with water flow generating means that is attachable to and detachable from the waterproof case. 3. The ultrasonic cleaning apparatus according to claim 2, wherein the water flow generating means is configured to eject water supplied from a water supply. 4. The ultrasonic cleaning device according to claim 1, further comprising a guard that covers the upper surface of the cleaning unit at a predetermined interval. 5. The ultrasonic cleaning apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the cleaning unit includes fixing means for fixing itself at a desired position. 6. The ultrasonic cleaning apparatus according to claim 5, wherein the fixing means is a suction cup. 7. The ultrasonic cleaning apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the main body unit includes a storage portion for storing the cleaning unit.