KR102647424B1 - Device for connecting water pipes of water treating apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a water connection device for a water treatment device, which is connected to a water pipe and allows water to be supplied to the water treatment device, comprising: a body having a through hole formed therein to allow water to move; an inlet disposed on one side of the body through which the water pipe is connected and water flows in; an outlet disposed on the other side of the body in a direction opposite to the inlet, through which water is discharged; a connector disposed on one side of the body to supply water toward the water processor; A flow guide ball disposed adjacent to the through hole of the body to form a raw water supply flow path between the inlet and the outlet, and to form a purified water supply flow path between the inlet and the connection port; and a flow path switching valve disposed adjacent to the flow path guide ball and selectively opening and closing the raw water supply flow path and the purified water supply flow path.

Description

{DEVICE FOR CONNECTING WATER PIPES OF WATER TREATING APPARATUS}

The present invention relates to a water connection device for a water treatment device that allows water flowing toward the water treatment device to be supplied at all times.

The content described in this part simply provides background information on an embodiment of the present invention and does not constitute prior art.

Generally, water treatment machines include industrial water purifiers, washing machines, household water purifiers, coffee machines, dishwashers, food waste processors, etc., and may also include various devices that use water.

Taking a water purifier, a type of water treatment device, as an example, a water purifier stores purified water, cools or heats the purified water, and supplies cold, purified, or hot water to the user. It is equipped with a tank to store purified water for a certain period of time and supplies it as needed.

When installing such a water purifier, the water supply valve pipe had to be connected to the water pipe to connect the connecting hose that supplies water to the water purifier, which increases the installation cost of the valve pipe and requires installation by the user rather than a professional installer. In some cases, problems such as water pipe damage or water leaks may occur.

In addition, since water must be supplied to the water purifier at all times when installing the water supply valve pipe, after installing the water supply valve pipe in the water pipe placed at the bottom of the sink, a through hole through which the connecting hose can exit is drilled in a part of the upper surface of the sink, and then water is supplied. A connecting hose is installed from the valve pipe to the water purifier. At this time, the help of a specialized tool or expert is required in the process of drilling the upper surface of the sink, and if the location of the water purifier is changed or the water purifier is not used, the through hole in the sink becomes unnecessary, and there is a risk of damage or damage to the appearance. There is.

Meanwhile, a small water purifier directly connected to the tap can be installed directly on the faucet to extract purified water. This type of small water purifier directly connected to the water supply has a filter built into it, and this filter removes foreign substances in the raw water flowing in through the faucet and supplies purified purified water.

However, since the conventional small water purifier directly connected to the tap can only supply purified water once installed on the faucet, if purified water is not needed for washing dishes or other reasons, you must disconnect the water purifier from the faucet and then use raw water. There was an inconvenient problem. Additionally, if you continue to use purified water without disconnecting the water purifier from the faucet, a problem arises in that the filter inside the water purifier must be frequently replaced.

Therefore, in the case of a small water purifier directly connected to the water supply, it must be possible to receive a constant supply of purified water rather than a one-time use, and to selectively use raw water supplied from a water pipe.

In addition to the water purifier described above, there is a need for a water connection device that can supply water to the water treatment unit at all times while selectively supplying water to the other side.

The present invention is intended to solve the problems of the prior art described above. The present invention can be easily installed by anyone between the faucet and the water lever, so that the water flowing toward the water treatment device is always supplied, and the user can selectively use the raw water supplied from the water pipe as is. The purpose is to provide a water connection device for a water treatment machine that can be used as washing water, etc.

Therefore, the present invention has the effect of facilitating self-installation and maintenance because there are no restrictions on location when installing the water treatment device and no separate specialized equipment (for example, a drill tool for penetrating a sink, etc.) is required.

However, the technical problem to be achieved by the present invention is not limited to the technical problems described above, and other technical problems may exist.

As a technical means for achieving the above-mentioned technical problem, the water connection device for a water treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention is a water connection device for a water treatment device that is connected to a water pipe and allows water to be supplied to the water treatment device, A body with a through hole formed to allow water to move; an inlet disposed on one side of the body through which the water pipe is connected and water flows in; an outlet disposed on the other side of the body in a direction opposite to the inlet, through which water is discharged; A connector disposed on one side of the body to supply water toward the water processor; A flow guide ball disposed adjacent to the through hole of the body to form a raw water supply flow path between the inlet and the outlet, and to form a purified water supply flow path between the inlet and the connection port; and a flow path switching valve disposed adjacent to the flow path guide ball to selectively open and close the raw water supply flow path and the purified water supply flow path.

The directions in which the raw water supply channel and the purified water supply channel are opened are perpendicular to each other.

The water connection device for a water treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention may further include a handle disposed on the other side of the body in a direction opposite to the connector and connected to the flow path switching valve.

The flow path switching valve includes an opening and closing member having a protrusion formed at one end; And it may further include a coupling member that couples the opening and closing member and the handle.

The flow guide ball has an opening/closing groove formed on at least one surface into which the protrusion of the opening/closing member is inserted.

The flow guide ball has through holes formed on at least three sides, and two of the through holes facing each other communicate with each other.

The flow path switching valve allows the purified water supply flow path to be always open by having one of the through holes located in the inlet direction and at least one of the remaining through holes located in the connector direction.

The water connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention further includes a fitting member disposed in the connector and connected to a connection hose that supplies water to the water processor.

A thread is formed on the inner peripheral surface of the outlet, and is connected to the faucet by screwing.

According to the problem-solving means of the present invention described above, the present invention can be easily installed between the faucet and the water lever, and the water flowing toward the water treatment device is always supplied, and the user can selectively use the raw water supplied from the water pipe as washing water, etc. It has the effect of making it usable.

The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

1 is an external view illustrating the configuration of a water supply connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view illustrating the configuration of a water supply connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a perspective view explaining the configuration of a flow guide ball according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining the overall shape of the flow guide ball of FIG. 3.
Figure 5 is a diagram illustrating a flow path conversion process of a water supply connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is an exemplary diagram for explaining the flow path switching state of the water supply connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view illustrating the configuration of a hose connector of a water supply connection device for a water treatment device according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 8 is an exploded perspective view explaining the configuration of the hose connector of Figure 7.

Below, with reference to the attached drawings, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. However, the present invention may be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. In order to clearly explain the present invention in the drawings, parts that are not related to the description are omitted, and similar parts are given similar reference numerals throughout the specification.

Throughout the specification, when a part is said to be “connected” to another part, this is not only the case when it is “directly connected”, but also when there is another component in between, and when there is another element in between. This also includes cases where they are “electrically connected.” Additionally, when a part "includes" a certain component, this means that it may further include other components rather than excluding other components, unless specifically stated to the contrary.

The following examples are detailed descriptions to aid understanding of the present invention and do not limit the scope of the present invention. Accordingly, inventions of the same scope and performing the same function as the present invention will also fall within the scope of rights of the present invention.

Additionally, each configuration, process, process, or method included in each embodiment of the present invention may be shared within the scope of not being technically contradictory to each other.

Hereinafter, a water supply connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

Here, the water purifier includes an industrial water purifier, a washing machine, a household water purifier, a coffee machine, a dishwasher, a food waste disposer, etc., and may also include various devices that use water.

Figure 1 is an external view illustrating the configuration of a water connection device for a water treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view explaining the configuration of a water connection device for a water treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the water connection device 100 for a water treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention is connected to a water pipe to supply water to the water treatment device, and includes a body 100 and an inlet 111. , outlet 112, connector 120, flow guide ball 130, flow path switching valve 140, and handle 150, but is not limited thereto.

The body 100 has a through hole 110a formed therein to allow water to move therein.

The inlet 111 is disposed on one side of the body 100 and connected to a water pipe to allow water to flow in, and the outlet 112 is disposed on the other side of the body 100 in a direction opposite to the inlet 111 to discharge water. . At this time, the outlet 112 may have a thread 112a formed on its inner surface and be connected to the faucet 200 by screwing.

The connector 120 protrudes from one side of the body 100 and allows water to be supplied to the water treatment device. The connector 120 may further include a fitting member 121 connected to the connection hose 125 connected to the water processor.

At this time, the connector 120 may be formed in an 'ㅡ' shape or an 'ㄱ' shape. If the connector 120 is formed in an 'ㄱ' shape, the coupling portion coupled to the connector 120 and the body 100 is formed to be rotatable, so that the connecting hose 125 can be freely arranged.

In addition, a filter member (not shown) for a water purifier may be disposed inside the connector 120, and in this case, the water connection device for a water processor 100 may be used as a small water purifier directly connected to the water supply itself. Accordingly, the raw water supplied through the purified water supply passage is purified by the filter member while passing through the connector 120, and drinking water can be discharged into the connection hose 125.

The flow guide ball 130 is disposed inside the body 100 to form a raw water supply flow path between the inlet 111 and the outlet 112, and to form a purified water supply flow path between the inlet 111 and the connection port 120. Let it form. At this time, it is preferable that the directions in which the raw water supply channel and the purified water supply channel are opened are perpendicular to each other.

The flow path switching valve 140 is disposed adjacent to the flow guide ball 130 and can selectively open and close the raw water supply flow path and the purified water supply flow path. The flow path switching valve 140 includes an opening and closing member 141 having a protrusion 141a formed at one end, and a coupling member 142 connected to the handle 150 on the other side of the opening and closing member 141.

The handle 150 is disposed on the other side of the body 100 in a direction opposite to the connector 120, is connected to the flow path switching valve 140, and can control the flow path switching valve 140. This handle 150 is rotated in a preset direction according to the user's intention, and in conjunction with the rotation of the handle 150, the flow path switching valve 140 is switched to one of the raw water supply flow path and the purified water supply flow path to supply water. This can be supplied selectively.

Since the inlet 111 located at the top of the body 100 and the outlet 112 located at the bottom of the body 100 in the direction opposite to the inlet 111 are arranged in the vertical direction, the raw water supply flow path is The water flowing in from the water pipe is discharged from the top to the bottom as raw water and supplied for use as washing water, etc.

Meanwhile, since the purified water supply flow path is arranged in a direction perpendicular to the raw water supply flow path, water supplied from the inlet 111 can be supplied to the water purifier through the connection hose 125 through the connection port 120.

Meanwhile, the packing member 160 is disposed around the inlet 111, the outlet 112, the connector 120, and the flow path switching valve 140 to prevent water leakage and ensure that each component has a close contact structure.

FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating the configuration of a flow path guide ball according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a diagram explaining the overall shape of the flow path guide ball of FIG. 3.

Referring to Figures 3 and 4, the flow guide ball 130 is formed in a spherical shape, and through holes are formed in the first curved surface 131, the second curved surface 132, and the third curved surface 133. At this time, the first curved surface 131, the second curved surface 132, and the third curved surface 133 are arranged at right angles to each other, and the second curved surface 132 and the third curved surface 133 are arranged on the same straight line. The through hole of the second curved surface 132 and the through hole of the third curved surface 133 are connected.

In addition, the flow guide ball 130 has an opening and closing groove 134a formed on the fourth curved surface 134, and the protrusion 141a of the flow path switching valve 140 is inserted into the opening and closing groove 134a.

Holes are not formed in the fifth curved surface 135 opposite the first curved surface 131 and the sixth curved surface 136 opposite the fourth curved surface 134.

Figure 5 is a diagram illustrating a flow path conversion process of a water supply connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The flow path switching valve 140 switches the flow path through a pair of protrusions 141a and an opening/closing groove 134a to open and close the raw water supply flow path or the purified water supply flow path.

That is, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, when the handle 150 is located in the first direction (for example, vertical direction), the flow path switching valve 140 is linked with the handle 150 and has a protrusion. (141a) and the opening/closing groove (134a) are positioned in the direction facing the connector (120). Therefore, the through hole of the first curved surface 131 is located on the connector 120 side, and the through hole of the second curved surface 132 and the through hole of the third curved surface 133 are located on the inlet 111 and outlet 112 sides, respectively, so that raw water Both the supply flow path and the purified water supply flow path are open.

However, as shown in FIG. 5, when the handle 150 is rotated in a preset direction and positioned in the second direction (for example, horizontal direction), the flow path switching valve 140 has a protrusion 141a and The opening/closing groove (134a) is positioned in the direction facing the inlet (111). Therefore, the through hole of the first curved surface 131 is located on the inlet 111 side, and one of the through hole of the second curved surface 132 and the through hole of the third surface 133 is located in a direction in communication with the connector 120. The raw water supply channel is closed, and the purified water supply channel is open.

Since no through hole is formed in the fifth curved surface 135 opposite the first curved surface 131, when the first curved surface 131 is located on the inlet 111 side, it is disposed in the direction opposite to the inlet 111. Since the fifth curved surface 135 is located at the outlet 112, the raw water supply flow path between the inlet 111 and the outlet 112 is closed.

In this way, the flow path switching valve 140 uses a pair of protrusions 141a and an opening/closing groove 134a so that one of the three through holes is located in the direction of the inlet 111, and at least one of the remaining through holes is located in the direction of the inlet 111. By ensuring that the through hole is in a direction communicating with the connector 120, the purified water supply passage is always open.

Figure 6 is an exemplary diagram for explaining the flow path switching state of the water supply connection device for a water processor according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 6, when the water lever 210 is lowered, both the raw water supply channel and the purified water supply channel are closed, so water is not supplied to the faucet 200 and the connecting hose 125 (see (a)). ).

When the water lever 210 is raised and the handle 150 is positioned in the second direction, the raw water supply passage is closed and raw water is not discharged from the faucet 200, and the purified water supply passage is open, so the connection hose ( 125), it can be seen that water is being supplied (see (b)).

When the water lever 210 is raised and the handle 150 is positioned in the first direction, both the raw water supply flow path and the purified water supply flow path are open, so water flows from both the water tap 200 and the connecting hose 125. This may be in a supplied state (see (c)).

FIG. 7 is a cross-sectional view illustrating the configuration of a hose connector of a water connection device for a water treatment device according to another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 8 is an exploded perspective view illustrating the configuration of the hose connector of FIG. 7.

Referring to Figures 7 and 8, the hose connector 300 connects the connector 120 and the connection hose 125, and is composed of the connector 120, the hose connector 300, and the connection hose 120. Ensure that water is supplied to the water purifier through the purified water supply channel. This hose connector 300 is formed in an 'ㄱ' or 'ㄴ' shape, but in some cases, it may also be formed in an 'ㅡ' shape or a 'T' shape.

When the hose connector 300 is formed in an 'ㄱ' shape, the first connection pipe 310 is coupled to the fitting member 121 of the connector 120 at one end, and is approximately 90 degrees from the other end of the first connection pipe 310. It includes an elbow pipe 320 bent at a angle of °, and a second connection pipe 330 connected to the elbow pipe 320 at one end and connected to the connection hose 125 at the other end.

At this time, the diameter of the second connection pipe 330 is formed to be larger than the diameter of the first connection pipe 310. In addition, the second connection pipe 330 has a packing member 160 and a hose connection sleeve 340 sequentially disposed on the inside, and a connection hose 125 can be inserted inside the hose connection sleeve 340. The fitting member 341 is disposed so that.

The fitting members 121 and 341 may have at least one groove formed at one end in the longitudinal direction. When the fitting members 121 and 341 are inserted into the connector 120 or the hose connection sleeve 340, at least one groove is tightened and the diameter is reduced, so that the fitting members 121 and 341 can be easily inserted into the connector 120 or the hose connection sleeve 340. Let it happen. In addition, after the fitting members 121 and 341 are inserted into the connector 120 or the hose connection sleeve 340, at least one groove is returned to its original position and the fitting members 121 and 341 are connected to the connector 120. Alternatively, it is tightly fixed to the inside of the hose connection sleeve 340 to prevent separation.

The hose connection sleeve 340 has a pipe-shaped exterior, one end is inserted into the second connection pipe 330, and an annular protruding protrusion 340a is formed at the other end into which the connection hose 125 is inserted. It can be. At this time, the protruding protrusion 340a protrudes at a certain thickness from the outer peripheral surface of the other end of the hose connection sleeve 340, but does not protrude beyond the outer peripheral surface of the second connection pipe 330. Additionally, the hose connection sleeve 340 may have one end tapered to facilitate insertion into the inner diameter of the second connection pipe 330.

In this way, the hose connector 300 can change the direction of water flow in the purified water supply passage according to the bent angle of the elbow pipe 320, and it becomes easy to disconnect and reconnect the connection hose 125 of the water purifier. As a result, maintenance, such as replacement of the connection hose 125, can be facilitated.

The description of the present invention described above is for illustrative purposes, and those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention can be easily modified into other specific forms without changing the technical idea or essential features of the present invention. will be. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive. For example, each component described as single may be implemented in a distributed manner, and similarly, components described as distributed may also be implemented in a combined form.

The scope of the present invention is indicated by the claims described below rather than the detailed description above, and all changes or modified forms derived from the meaning and scope of the claims and their equivalent concepts should be construed as being included in the scope of the present invention. do.

100: Water connection device for water treatment machine
110: body
110a: Through hole
111: inlet
112: outlet
120: connector
121: fitting member
130: Euro guide ball
134a: Opening and closing groove
140: Euro switching valve
141: Opening and closing member
141a: protrusion
142: combined presiding
150: handle
300: hose connector

Claims (9)

In the water connection device for a water treatment device that is connected to a water pipe and allows water to be supplied to the water treatment device,
A body with a through hole formed therein to allow water to move therein;
an inlet disposed on one side of the body through which the water pipe is connected and water flows in;
an outlet disposed on the other side of the body in a direction opposite to the inlet, through which water is discharged;
A connector disposed on one side of the body to supply water toward the water processor;
A flow guide ball disposed adjacent to the through hole of the body to form a raw water supply flow path between the inlet and the outlet, and to form a purified water supply flow path between the inlet and the connection port; and
A flow path switching valve disposed adjacent to the flow guide ball and configured to open and close the raw water supply flow path while maintaining the purified water supply flow path in an open state,
The directions in which the raw water supply channel and the purified water supply channel are opened are perpendicular to each other,
The flow guide ball has through holes formed in each of a first curved surface, a second curved surface, and a third curved surface, and the through holes of the second curved surface and the through holes of the third curved surface are arranged on the same straight line,
The flow path switching valve is,
When the through hole of the second curved surface among the through holes of the flow guide ball is located in the inlet direction, the through hole of the first curved surface is located in a direction communicating with the connector,
When the through hole of the first curved surface is located in the inlet direction, the through hole of the second curved surface and the through hole of the third curved surface are located in a direction communicating with the connector, so that the purified water supply passage is always open. ,
Water connection device for water treatment machine. delete According to paragraph 1,
A water connection device for a water treatment device, which is disposed on the other side of the body in a direction opposite to the connector and further includes a handle connected to the flow path switching valve. According to paragraph 3,
The flow path switching valve is,
An opening and closing member having a protrusion formed at one end; and
A water connection device for a water treatment machine, further comprising a coupling member that couples the opening and closing member and the handle. According to paragraph 4,
The Euro guide ball is,
A water supply connection device for a water treatment machine, wherein an opening and closing groove into which the protrusion of the opening and closing member is inserted is formed on at least one surface. delete delete According to paragraph 1,
The water supply connection device for a water treatment device further includes a fitting member disposed in the connection port and connected to a connection hose that supplies water to the water treatment device. According to paragraph 1,
A water connection device for a water treatment device in which a thread is formed on the inner peripheral surface of the outlet and is connected to the faucet by screwing.

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