WO2008059094A2 - Hands-free device for controlling the flow of water from a tap - Google Patents

Hands-free device for controlling the flow of water from a tap Download PDF

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WO2008059094A2
WO2008059094A2 PCT/ES2007/000666 ES2007000666W WO2008059094A2 WO 2008059094 A2 WO2008059094 A2 WO 2008059094A2 ES 2007000666 W ES2007000666 W ES 2007000666W WO 2008059094 A2 WO2008059094 A2 WO 2008059094A2
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Juan JIMÉNEZ SÁNCHEZ
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E03—WATER SUPPLY; SEWERAGE
    • E03C—DOMESTIC PLUMBING INSTALLATIONS FOR FRESH WATER OR WASTE WATER; SINKS
    • E03C1/00—Domestic plumbing installations for fresh water or waste water; Sinks
    • E03C1/02—Plumbing installations for fresh water
    • E03C1/05—Arrangements of devices on wash-basins, baths, sinks, or the like for remote control of taps
    • E03C1/052—Mechanical devices not being part of the tap, e.g. foot pedals

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  • Hands-free device for controlling the water flow of a tap.
  • the present invention is composed of a series of elements that adapted to the sink and countertops of domestic type, allows to activate and deactivate the flow of water of a tap without using the hands.
  • the same can be installed in industrial systems and in the toilets used in domestic bathrooms that are adapted for it. Background of the invention
  • the present device presents a new operating system, since instead of using our hands we use the support of the front part of our body.
  • a simple movement is enough to open or close the faucet, keeping the faucet the minimum time open and thereby achieving a series of advantages, such as significant savings in water consumption and having hands free at all times to perform tasks cleaning.
  • the device has an electrical circuit installed inside a box. This has a plug to be connected to the 24Ov power grid.
  • Figure 1 a represents a general view of the device coupled in a sink.
  • Figure 2 a represents the electrical system that activates the device of the invention.
  • an electro-valve (4) is inserted, connected by means of the cable (7) to the electrical box (8).
  • the electrical circuit has a transformer (1) that transforms the 24Ov voltage of the network into a working voltage of 12v or 6v depending on the model.
  • All components are installed inside the box (8).
  • the two components that are outside the box (8) are the solenoid valve (4) and the micropulsive belt (2).

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Abstract

The invention relates to a hands-free device for controlling the flow of water from a tap, characterised in that the device consists of one or more micro-pushbuttons affixed to the edge of the sink and activated upon contact with the user's body. Once pressed, the micro-pushbutton(s) activate the circuit installed in the electrical junction box. In addition, a strip of inductive or capacitive elements can also be used depending on the requirements of the circuit which switches the relay and simultaneously switches the electrovalve, thereby starting or stopping the flow of water from the tap.

Description

Dispositivo de manos libres para el control del caudal de agua de un grifo. Hands-free device for controlling the water flow of a tap.
DESCRIPCIÓN Objeto de Ia invenciónDESCRIPTION Object of the invention
La presente invención se compone de una serie de elementos que adaptados al fregadero y encimeras de tipo doméstico, permite activar y desactivar el caudal de agua de un grifo sin usar las manos. Lo mismo puede instalarse en sistemas de tipo industrial y en los lavabos utilizados en los cuartos de baño doméstico que estén adaptados para este. Antecedentes de Ia invenciónThe present invention is composed of a series of elements that adapted to the sink and countertops of domestic type, allows to activate and deactivate the flow of water of a tap without using the hands. The same can be installed in industrial systems and in the toilets used in domestic bathrooms that are adapted for it. Background of the invention
Se conocen algunos tipos que acoplando un pedal instalado en el suelo y presionando este con el pie el grifo se abre y al soltarlo se corta el caudal de agua. El tipo mas usado es el de muletilla de todos conocido, y el de tipo infrarrojos Este ultimo es poco conocido y presenta el inconveniente que debido a su sensibilidad les afecta los cambios de temperatura y los ambientes de vapor, estos empañan el láser y no funciona, dando fallos. Por Io cual no es un sistema eficaz para los lugares donde se den condiciones de vapor, grasas y humos, todos inevitables en Ia cocina. Descripción de Ia invenciónSome types are known that by attaching a pedal installed on the floor and pressing it with the foot, the tap opens and, when released, the water flow is cut off. The most used type is the crutch of all known, and the infrared type The latter is little known and has the disadvantage that due to its sensitivity affects temperature changes and steam environments, these blur the laser and does not work , giving failures. Therefore, it is not an effective system for places where steam, grease and smoke conditions occur, all unavoidable in the kitchen. Description of the invention
El presente dispositivo presenta un nuevo sistema de funcionamiento, ya que en lugar de utilizar las manos usamos el apoyo de Ia parte delantera de nuestro cuerpo. Un simple movimiento es suficiente para abrir ó cerrar el grifo, manteniendo el grifo el mínimo tiempo abierto y consiguiendo con ello una serie de ventajas, como un importante ahorro en el consumo de agua y tener en todo tiempo las manos libres para Ia realización de tareas de limpieza.The present device presents a new operating system, since instead of using our hands we use the support of the front part of our body. A simple movement is enough to open or close the faucet, keeping the faucet the minimum time open and thereby achieving a series of advantages, such as significant savings in water consumption and having hands free at all times to perform tasks cleaning.
Las personas discapacitadas Io tienen mucho mas fácil y rápido al abril y cerrar el grifo. También el sistema tiene una vida mas larga ya que Ia partes móviles tienen menos desgaste y con esto menos averías.People with disabilities have it much easier and faster by April and turn off the tap. The system also has a longer life since the moving parts have less wear and with this less breakdowns.
El dispositivo dispone de un circuito eléctrico instalado en el interior de una caja. Esta dispone de un enchufe para ser conectado a Ia red eléctrica de 24Ov.The device has an electrical circuit installed inside a box. This has a plug to be connected to the 24Ov power grid.
Breve descripción de los dibujos La figura 1a representa una vista general del dispositivo acoplado en un fregadero.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Figure 1 a represents a general view of the device coupled in a sink.
La figura 2a representa el sistema eléctrico que activa el dispositivo de Ia invención.Figure 2 a represents the electrical system that activates the device of the invention.
Realización preferente de Ia invención A Ia vista de las figuras adjuntas, especialmente Ia figura 1a, se observa el borde delantero de Ia encimera ó del fregadero (11). Este se instala mediante cinta adhesiva, un micropulsador (2) el cual se conecta mediante cable (9) a Ia caja de conexión eléctrica (8).Preferred embodiment of the invention In view of the attached figures, especially Figure 1 a , the leading edge of the countertop or sink (11) is observed. This is installed by means of adhesive tape, a micropulsifier (2) which is connected by cable (9) to the electrical connection box (8).
En Ia entrada (6) de alimentación de agua al grifo (10), se intercala una electro-válvula (4), conectada mediante el cable (7) a Ia caja eléctrica (8).In the inlet (6) of water supply to the tap (10), an electro-valve (4) is inserted, connected by means of the cable (7) to the electrical box (8).
El circuito eléctrico dispone de un transformador (1) que transforma Ia tensión de 24Ov de Ia red en una tensión de trabajo de 12v o 6v según modelo. Relé (3) para Ia conmutación de Ia electroválvula (4) fusible de seguridad (5).The electrical circuit has a transformer (1) that transforms the 24Ov voltage of the network into a working voltage of 12v or 6v depending on the model. Relay (3) for the switching of the solenoid valve (4) safety fuse (5).
Todos los componentes vienen instalados en el interior de Ia caja (8). Los dos componentes que están fuera de Ia caja (8) son Ia electroválvula (4) y Ia cinta micropulsador (2). All components are installed inside the box (8). The two components that are outside the box (8) are the solenoid valve (4) and the micropulsive belt (2).

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REIVINDICACIONES
1. Dispositivo de manos libres para el control del caudal de agua en un grifo caracterizado que consta de un micropulsador (2) adherido al borde del fregadero y activado por contacto del cuerpo del usuario, que al apoyarse activa el circuito instalado en Ia caja (8) de conexión eléctrica. Este circuito conmuta el relé (3) y al mismo tiempo conmuta Ia electroválvu- electroválvula (4) consiguiendo Ia apertura o cierre del caudal de agua del grifo (10).1. Hands-free device for the control of the water flow in a characterized tap that consists of a micropulsador (2) adhered to the edge of the sink and activated by contact of the body of the user, which when supported activates the circuit installed in the box ( 8) electrical connection. This circuit switches the relay (3) and at the same time switches the solenoid-solenoid valve (4) achieving the opening or closing of the tap water flow (10).
2. Dispositivo de manos libres para el control del caudal de agua en un grifo, según Ia 1a Reivindicación, caracterizado porque el micropulsador (2) puede ser simple o múltiple. Puede utilizar igualmente cinta de conjuntos inductivos o conjuntos de capacidad según Ia necesidad requerida por el circuito. 2. Hands-free device for controlling the flow of water in a tap, according to claim 1, characterized in that the micropulsifier (2) can be single or multiple. You can also use tape of inductive sets or capacity sets according to the need required by the circuit.
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US6047417A (en) * 1998-10-05 2000-04-11 Derakhshan; Soheyl Cabinet door operated faucet valve
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