A pot with foldable pot handle

Abstract

The application discloses a pot with foldable handles, which comprises a pot body, a first handle assembly and a second handle assembly. The first handle assembly is provided with a first connecting body connected to the pot body and a hand holding body hingedly connected to the first connecting body. The second handle assembly is provided with a second connecting body, a first handle part and a second handle part hingedly connected to the second connecting body. The first handle part and the second handle part are hingedly connected to the second connecting body through a hinge rod. The second connecting body is connected to the pot body through a rivet. The first handle part and the second handle part are symmetrically arranged. The pot with foldable handles adopts two different foldable handle adaptation pot bodies, and can also adapt to one or both of the two according to the shape of the actual pot body. The handle can be better folded and stored, the occupied space is reduced, the transportation, storage and packaging are facilitated, and the space utilization is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to cookware technology, and more particularly to a pot with a foldable handle. Background Technology

[0002] As pots and pans are used more and more, the number of pots and pans in a household is also increasing. However, due to the limited space in the kitchen, the handle of the second pot is a necessary item that takes up a lot of space and is indispensable.

[0003] Existing pot handles are generally fixed to one side of the pot body, forming an integral structure. While this design is structurally robust, the handle cannot be folded for storage because it is fixed to the pot body or is an integral structure. When not in use, it occupies a significant amount of space, reducing space utilization, and is also inconvenient for packaging and transportation.

[0004] CN113423313B discloses an easy-to-fold rotating pot handle holder. Although the pot handle on this pot can be folded, it can only be stored outside the pot body and will take up some space.

[0005] In addition, CN213909671U and CN207461911U also use foldable handles, but they all require a suitable pot body structure to fold completely, and their structure cannot be adapted to other pot body structures. Summary of the Invention

[0006] To address the shortcomings of the existing technology, this invention proposes a pot with a foldable handle.

[0007] The technical solution of this invention is implemented as follows:

[0008] A pot with a foldable handle, characterized in that it comprises:

[0009] The pot body, on which a matching lid is provided,

[0010] A first handle assembly is mounted on a pot body. The first handle assembly includes a first connecting body connected to the pot body and a handheld body hinged to the first connecting body. The handheld body and the first connecting body are connected by a hinge shaft. The first connecting body has a locking part and fixing parts located on both sides of the locking part. A cylinder is mounted on the fixing part, and a through chamber is located in the middle of the cylinder. An elastic element is located in the through chamber, and the hinge shaft is located in the through chamber. The elastic element is located at the lower end of the hinge shaft and contacts it. The handheld body consists of a handheld part and symmetrical hinge arms and locking arms. The locking arm is located in the middle of the symmetrically arranged hinge arms and is connected to both ends of the hinge shaft. The lower end of the locking arm has a locking end with a locking groove that mates with the locking part. When the handheld body is pressed down, the elastic element is compressed within the through chamber, the locking arm moves downward, and the handheld body rotates around the hinge shaft, keeping the locking part in the locking groove.

[0011] A second handle assembly is disposed opposite to the first handle assembly. The second handle assembly is mounted on the outer wall of the pot body. The second handle assembly includes a second connecting body, and a first handle portion and a second handle portion hinged to the second connecting body. The first handle portion and the second handle portion are hinged to the second connecting body via a hinge rod. The second connecting body is connected to the pot body via rivets. The first handle portion and the second handle portion are symmetrically arranged.

[0012] The first handle portion includes an end body, a terminal body, and multiple intermediate bodies for connecting the end body and the terminal body. The end body, intermediate bodies, and terminal bodies are hinged together. The terminal body on the first handle portion has a T-shaped block, and the terminal body on the second handle portion has a T-shaped groove that mates with the T-shaped block.

[0013] The end body rotates radially about the hinge rod, the intermediate body rotates axially about the end bodies, and the final body rotates axially about the intermediate bodies.

[0014] In this invention, the articulated arm is provided with a clearance area.

[0015] In this invention, when the locking groove is separated from the locking part, the elastic element is in a compressed state.

[0016] In this invention, the pot lid is provided with multiple vent holes, and the hinge arm and locking arm are placed in the vent holes.

[0017] In this invention, the end body is composed of a hinge portion, a first main body portion and a first semicircular portion. The hinge portion is hinged to a second connecting body via a hinge rod. The second connecting body is provided with a receiving groove for accommodating the hinge portion. A first mounting hole is provided at the connection between the first main body portion and the first semicircular portion. A first sector-shaped hole communicating with the first mounting hole is provided on the first semicircular portion.

[0018] In this invention, the intermediate body is composed of a first mating part, a second main body part, and a second semicircular part. The first mating part and the second semicircular part are arranged opposite to each other. The first mating part has a first circular groove in the middle that mates with the second semicircular part. A first connecting post is provided in the middle of the first circular groove. A sphere is provided on the first connecting post. The sphere is connected to the first connecting post by bolts. A second mounting hole is provided at the connection between the second semicircular part and the second main body part. The first mating part has a notch that mates with the second mounting hole. The second semicircular part has a second fan-shaped hole that communicates with the second mounting hole.

[0019] In this invention, the first connecting post is disposed in the first sector hole and / or the second sector hole, and the sphere is disposed in the first mounting hole and / or the second mounting hole.

[0020] In this invention, the final body consists of a third main body and a second mating part. The second mating part has a second circular groove in the middle, a second connecting post in the middle of the second circular groove, and a notch on the second mating part.

[0021] In this invention, the sector angle of the first sector hole and the second sector hole is 90°.

[0022] In this invention, the diameter of the first mounting hole is equal to the diameter of the second mounting hole, the height of the first sector hole is equal to the height of the second sector hole, and the diameter of the first mounting hole is greater than the height of the first sector hole.

[0023] The pot with a foldable handle according to the present invention has the following advantages: The pot with a foldable handle uses two different folding handles to adapt to the pot body, and one or both can be used depending on the actual shape of the pot. This allows for better folding and storage of the handle, reducing space occupation, facilitating transportation, storage, and packaging, and improving space utilization. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the pot structure with a foldable handle according to the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Top view;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Cross-sectional view at point AA;

[0027] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of section B in the image;

[0028] Figure 5for Figure 1 Exploded view;

[0029] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the first handle assembly structure;

[0030] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure in another direction;

[0031] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Exploded view;

[0032] Figure 9 for Figure 5 Exploded view of the second handle assembly and handle sleeve structure;

[0033] Figure 10 for Figure 9 Exploded view of the second handle assembly structure in the image;

[0034] Figure 11 for Figure 10 Exploded view of the second handle section in the diagram;

[0035] Figure 12 for Figure 11 Perspective view of the sphere and bolt structure in the image;

[0036] Figure 13 for Figure 11 Perspective view of the end body structure in the middle;

[0037] Figure 14 for Figure 13 A schematic diagram of the structure in another direction;

[0038] Figure 15 for Figure 11 Perspective view of the second connector and rivet structure;

[0039] Figure 16 for Figure 11 Perspective view of the intermediate structure in the middle;

[0040] Figure 17 for Figure 16 A schematic diagram of the structure in another direction;

[0041] Figure 18 for Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the final body structure in the middle;

[0042] Figure 19 for Figure 18 A schematic diagram of the structure in another direction;

[0043] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of another state of the second handle assembly structure in this invention;

[0044] Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram of the folded state of the second connector, end body, and intermediate body structure in this invention.

[0045] Figure 22 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the locked state;

[0046] Figure 23 A schematic diagram of the structure for storing and folding the first handle assembly into the pot body.

[0047] In the diagram: 1. Pot body; 2. First handle assembly; 3. Second handle assembly; 4. Second connecting body; 5. Intermediate body; 6. End body; 7. Pot lid; 8. Handle; 9. Vent hole; 10. Hinge arm; 11. Locking arm; 12. Handheld body; 13. First connecting body; 14. Hinge shaft; 15. Locking part; 16. Fixing part; 17. Cylindrical body; 18. Through chamber; 19. Elastic element; 20. Cylindrical hole; 21. Handheld part; 22. Locking end; 23. Locking groove; 24. First handle portion; 25. Second handle portion; 26. Hinge rod; 27. Rivet; 28. Through hole; 29. ​​Rivet head hole; 30. End body; 31. T-block. T-slot 32, hinge part 33, first main body part 34, first semicircular part 35, receiving groove 36, first mounting hole 37, first sector hole 38, first inclined surface 39, second inclined surface 40, first mating part 41, second main body part 42, second semicircular part 43, first circular groove 44, first connecting post 45, ball 46, bolt 47, second mounting hole 48, notch 49, second sector hole 50, second connecting post 51, fixing hole 52, third main body part 53, second mating part 54, second circular groove 55, handle sleeve 56, sealing part 57, avoidance area 58. Detailed Implementation

[0048] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0049] like Figures 1 to 23 As shown, the pot with a foldable handle of the present invention includes a pot body 1, a first handle assembly 2, and a second handle assembly 3. The first handle assembly 2 is disposed opposite the second handle assembly 3, and the user can use the second handle assembly 3 alone or in combination with the first handle assembly 2 and the second handle assembly 3.

[0050] In this application, the first handle assembly 2 can be mounted on the soup pot. By symmetrically arranging the first handle assembly 2, the soup pot can be easily lifted. Furthermore, when folded and stored in the middle area of ​​the pot body 1 without the use of storage or shipping packaging, the overall footprint of the pot body 1 can be reduced, facilitating storage and transportation.

[0051] The second handle assembly 3 in this application is used on a wok or frying pan, facilitating one-handed operation to directly lift the pan body 1. When in use, the user can lift the second handle assembly 3 with one hand. When not in use, the second handle assembly 3 can be stored separately. It is separated to both sides of the second connecting body 4 and fitted close to the outer shape of the pan body 1 to minimize space occupation. The middle body 5 of the second handle assembly 3 can fit close to the edge shape of the pan body 1, and can also rotate axially and radially around the end body 6, adapting to pan bodies 1 of different shapes, reducing limitations, and achieving handle compatibility with all pan bodies 1.

[0052] A lid 7 is provided on the pot body 1, and a handle 8 is provided on the lid 7. The lid 7 also has multiple vent holes 9, with a hinge arm 10 and a locking arm 11 housed within the vent holes 9. When the handle 12 is not folded into the pot body 1, the lid 7 can be used normally, venting through the vent holes 9. During storage, transportation, or packaging, the handle 12 can be folded into the pot body 1, and the hinge arm 10 and locking arm 11 can be stored through the vent holes 9.

[0053] Example 1

[0054] The first handle assembly 2 includes a first connecting body 13 connected to the pot body 1 and a handheld body 12 hinged to the first connecting body 13. The handheld body 12 and the first connecting body 13 are connected by a hinge shaft 14. The first connecting body 13 has a locking part 15 and fixing parts 16 located on both sides of the locking part 15. The fixing part 16 has a cylinder 17 with a through chamber 18 in the middle. An elastic element 19 is provided in the through chamber 18. The hinge shaft 14 is located in the through chamber 18, and the elastic element 19 is located at the lower end of the hinge shaft 14 and in contact with it. The cylinder 17 also has a cylindrical hole 20 communicating with the through chamber 18, and the elastic element 19 is located in the cylindrical hole 20.

[0055] The handheld body 12 consists of a handheld part 21 and symmetrically arranged hinged arms 10 and locking arms 11. The locking arms 11 are located in the middle of the symmetrically arranged hinged arms 10, and the hinged arms 10 are connected to both ends of the hinge shaft 14. The lower end of the locking arm 11 is provided with a locking end 22, and the locking end 22 is provided with a locking groove 23 that mates with the locking part 15. When the handheld body 12 is pressed down, the elastic element 19 is compressed within the through chamber 18, the locking arm 11 moves down, and the handheld body 12 rotates around the hinge shaft 14, keeping the locking part 15 in the locking groove 23.

[0056] To facilitate the retraction of the hinge arm 10 into the pot body 1, a clearance area 58 is provided on the hinge arm 10, which allows the edge of the pot body 1 to be placed within it.

[0057] When the locking groove 23 is separated from the locking part 15, the elastic member 19 is in a compressed state, so that the elastic member 19 fixes the hinge shaft 14 in the through chamber 18.

[0058] like Figure 6 As shown, the first handle assembly 2 is in the unlocked state, as... Figure 22 As shown, the first handle assembly 2 is in the locked state. In the unlocked state, the locking end 22 contacts the b-side of the locking part 15. In the locked state, the locking part 15 enters the locking groove 23, so that the locking groove 23 contacts the a-side and b-side of the locking part 15.

[0059] The compression of the elastic element 19 in the locked state is greater than that in the unlocked state, which causes the reverse force of the elastic element 19 to push the hinge shaft 14, thereby fixing the locking groove 23 and the locking part 15, making it less likely to fall off easily, thus making it convenient to lift the pot body 1 through the first handle assembly 2.

[0060] When unlocking, press down on the handpiece 12, keeping the hinge shaft 14 pressing down on the elastic element 19, so that the locking groove 23 disengages from the locking part 15, and then rotate the handpiece 12, so that the handpiece 12 rotates into the pot body 1, realizing the storage and folding of the handpiece 12.

[0061] Example 2

[0062] The handle shape varies depending on the type of pot body 1. In this application, the pot body 1 has two handles, which allows for easy lifting of the first handle assembly 2 and the second handle assembly 3 with both hands when the pot body 1 is filled with heavy food. For other pot bodies 1, the first handle assembly 2 and the second handle assembly 3 of this application can be used as needed.

[0063] The second handle assembly 3 is located opposite the first handle assembly 2 and is mounted on the outer wall of the pot body 1. The second handle assembly 3 includes a second connecting body 4, and a first handle portion 24 and a second handle portion 25 that are hinged to the second connecting body 4. The first handle portion 24 and the second handle portion 25 are hinged to the second connecting body 4 via a hinge rod 26. The second connecting body 4 is connected to the pot body 1 via a rivet 27. The first handle portion 24 and the second handle portion 25 are symmetrically arranged.

[0064] The second connector 4 has a through hole 28 through which a rivet 27 passes and a rivet head hole 29 in the middle.

[0065] The first handle portion 24 includes an end body 6, a terminal body 30, and multiple intermediate bodies 5 for connecting the end body 6 and the terminal body 30. The end body 6, intermediate bodies 5, and terminal body 30 are hinged together. The terminal body 30 on the first handle portion 24 has a T-shaped block 31, which is hinged to the terminal body 30 on the first handle portion 24. The terminal body 30 on the second handle portion 25 has a T-shaped groove 32 that mates with the T-shaped block 31. Through the cooperation of the T-shaped block 31 and the T-shaped groove 32, the first handle portion 24 and the second handle portion 25 are fixed, thereby making the entire second handle assembly 3 secure.

[0066] The end body 6 rotates radially around the hinge rod 26, the intermediate body 5 rotates axially around the end bodies 6, and the final body 30 rotates axially around the intermediate bodies 5. This allows the second handle assembly 3 in this application to rotate and fit around the center of the pot body 1, and also to rotate according to the tilt angle of the pot wall to ensure complete fit and reduce the occupied area.

[0067] The end body 6 is composed of a hinge part 33, a first main body part 34 and a first semicircular part 35. The hinge part 33 is hinged to the second connecting body 4 through a hinge rod 26. The second connecting body 4 is provided with a receiving groove 36 for accommodating the hinge part 33. The connection between the first main body part 34 and the first semicircular part 35 is provided with a first mounting hole 37. The first semicircular part 35 is provided with a first fan-shaped hole 38 that communicates with the first mounting hole 37.

[0068] The receiving groove 36 is provided with a first inclined surface 39, and the hinge part 33 is provided with a second inclined surface 40 that cooperates with the first inclined surface 39.

[0069] The intermediate body 5 consists of a first mating part 41, a second main body part 42, and a second semicircular part 43. The first mating part 41 and the second semicircular part 43 are arranged opposite each other. The first mating part 41 has a first circular groove 44 in the middle that mates with the second semicircular part 43. A first connecting post 45 is provided in the middle of the first circular groove 44. A ball 46 is provided on the first connecting post 45, and the ball 46 is connected to the first connecting post 45 by a bolt 47. A second mounting hole 48 is provided at the connection between the second semicircular part 43 and the second main body part 42. The first mating part 41 has a notch 49 that mates with the second mounting hole 48. The second semicircular part 43 has a second fan-shaped hole 50 that communicates with the second mounting hole 48. The width of the first mating part 41 is half the width of the second main body part 42.

[0070] The sphere 46 is used to mate with the first connecting post 45 and / or the second connecting post 51, allowing the first connecting post 45 and / or the second connecting post 51 to be connected to the intermediate body 5 or the end body 6 via the sphere 46. The sphere 46 is provided with fixing holes 52 for positioning the first connecting post 45 and / or the second connecting post 51. This allows the end body 6 and / or the intermediate body 5 to rotate around the sphere 46 within the first sector-shaped hole 38 and / or the second sector-shaped hole 50, and also around the first semicircular portion 35 and / or the second semicircular portion 43.

[0071] A first connecting post 45 is disposed in a first sector-shaped hole 38 and / or a second sector-shaped hole 50, and a sphere 46 is disposed in a first mounting hole 37 and / or a second mounting hole 48. The sector angle of the first sector-shaped hole 38 and the second sector-shaped hole 50 is 90°. The diameter of the first mounting hole 37 is equal to the diameter of the second mounting hole 48, and the height of the first sector-shaped hole 38 is equal to the height of the second sector-shaped hole 50. The diameter of the first mounting hole 37 is greater than the height of the first sector-shaped hole 38. This facilitates the connecting post to rotate around the center of the sphere 46 within the sector-shaped holes. Because the diameter of the sphere 46 is greater than the height of the first sector-shaped hole 38 and the second sector-shaped hole 50, i.e., greater than the diameter of the connecting post, the sphere 46 cannot detach from the first sector-shaped hole 38 and the second sector-shaped hole 50. When installing the ball 46, it can only be installed in the first mounting hole 37 and / or the second mounting hole 48, and the first connecting post 45 and / or the second connecting post 51 can only be installed in the first sector hole 38 and / or the second sector hole 50.

[0072] The final body 30 consists of a third main body 53 and a second mating part 54. The second mating part 54 has a second circular groove 55 in the middle, and a second connecting post 51 in the middle of the second circular groove 55. The second mating part 54 has a notch 49. The notch 49 is used to allow the ball 46 to be installed when the first mating part 41 or the second mating part 54 coincides with the first mounting hole 37 or the second mounting hole 48.

[0073] In this application, the first semicircular portion 35 and the second semicircular portion 43, the first mounting hole 37 and the second mounting hole 48, the first sector hole 38 and the second sector hole 50, the first mating portion 41 and the second mating portion 54 have the same function, but are located on different components.

[0074] The number of intermediate bodies 5 is increased according to the length of the second handle assembly 3.

[0075] like Figure 9 As shown, the second handle assembly 3 is in a folded state, at which point the intermediate body 5 and the end body 30 cannot rotate within the first sector hole 38 and / or the second sector hole 50. Figure 20 As shown, Figure 9Another schematic diagram shows that the first handle portion 24 and the second handle portion 25 rotate around the axis of the connecting column, so that the first handle portion 24 and the second handle portion 25 can rotate around the hinge rod 26, so that the first handle portion 24 and the second handle portion 25 separate and move closer to the pot wall of the pot body 1.

[0076] like Figure 21 As shown, the two end bodies 6 rotate and separate around the hinge rod 26, while the two intermediate bodies 5 rotate around the first connecting post 45 and / or the second connecting post 51 at a certain angle, so that the intermediate bodies 5 can match the inclination angle of the outer wall of the pot body 1.

[0077] To improve the overall aesthetics of the second handle assembly 3, a handle sleeve 56 can be added. The handle sleeve 56 has a certain degree of elasticity and can be fitted onto the second handle assembly 3. The handle sleeve 56 has symmetrical closing portions 57, which are located at the receiving groove 36.

[0078] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A pot with a foldable handle, characterized in that, include: The pot body, on which a matching lid is provided, A first handle assembly is mounted on a pot body. The first handle assembly includes a first connecting body connected to the pot body and a handheld part hinged to the first connecting body. The handheld part and the first connecting body are connected by a hinge shaft. The first connecting body has a locking part and fixing parts located on both sides of the locking part. A cylinder is mounted on the fixing part, and a through chamber is located in the middle of the cylinder. An elastic element is located in the through chamber, and the hinge shaft is located in the through chamber. The elastic element is located at the lower end of the hinge shaft and contacts it. The handheld part consists of a handheld part and symmetrical hinge arms and locking arms. The locking arm is located in the middle of the symmetrically arranged hinge arms and is connected to both ends of the hinge shaft. The lower end of the stop arm is provided with a locking end, which has a locking groove that mates with the locking part. When the hand-held body is pressed down, the elastic element is compressed within the through chamber, the locking arm moves down, and the hand-held body rotates around the hinge axis, keeping the locking part in the locking groove. A second handle assembly is provided opposite to the first handle assembly. The second handle assembly is mounted on the outer wall of the pot body. The second handle assembly includes a second connecting body, and a first handle portion and a second handle portion hinged to the second connecting body. The first handle portion and the second handle portion are hinged to the second connecting body via a hinge rod. The second connecting body is connected to the pot body via rivets. The first handle portion and the second handle portion are symmetrically arranged. The first handle portion includes an end body, a terminal body, and multiple intermediate bodies for connecting the end body and the terminal body. The end body, intermediate bodies, and terminal bodies are hinged together. The terminal body on the first handle portion has a T-shaped block, and the terminal body on the second handle portion has a T-shaped groove that mates with the T-shaped block. The end body rotates radially about the hinge rod, the intermediate body rotates axially about the distance between the end bodies, and the final body rotates axially about the distance between the intermediate bodies. The articulated arm is provided with a clearance area; When the locking groove is separated from the locking part, the elastic element is in a compressed state; The pot lid is provided with multiple vent holes, and the hinge arm and locking arm are placed in the vent holes; The end body is composed of a hinge part, a first main body part and a first semicircular part. The hinge part is hinged to the second connecting body through a hinge rod. The second connecting body is provided with a receiving groove for accommodating the hinge part. The connection between the first main body part and the first semicircular part is provided with a first mounting hole. The first semicircular part is provided with a first fan-shaped hole communicating with the first mounting hole. The intermediate body is composed of a first mating part, a second main body part, and a second semicircular part. The first mating part and the second semicircular part are arranged opposite to each other. The first mating part has a first circular groove in the middle that mates with the second semicircular part. A first connecting post is provided in the middle of the first circular groove. A sphere is provided on the first connecting post. The sphere is connected to the first connecting post by bolts. A second mounting hole is provided at the connection between the second semicircular part and the second main body part. The first mating part has a notch that mates with the second mounting hole. The second semicircular part has a second fan-shaped hole that communicates with the second mounting hole.

2. The pot with a foldable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connecting post is disposed in the first sector hole and / or the second sector hole, and the sphere is disposed in the first mounting hole and / or the second mounting hole.

3. The pot with a foldable handle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The final body is composed of a third main body and a second mating part. The second mating part has a second circular groove in the middle, a second connecting post in the middle of the second circular groove, and a notch on the second mating part.

4. The pot with a foldable handle according to claim 3, characterized in that, The sector angle of the first sector hole and the second sector hole is 90°.

5. The pot with a foldable handle according to claim 4, characterized in that, The diameter of the first mounting hole is equal to the diameter of the second mounting hole, the height of the first sector hole is equal to the height of the second sector hole, and the diameter of the first mounting hole is greater than the height of the first sector hole.

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