Ice mold assembly and ice making system

Abstract

The present invention relates to the technical field of ice making, and discloses an ice mold assembly and an ice making system, the ice mold assembly comprises: an ice mold provided with ice grids; the baffle is arranged on one side of the ice mold and can rotate relative to the ice mold, the baffle comprises a plate body and a flow guide part, and the flow guide part can guide water falling on the flow guide part into the ice grids. The baffle is arranged on one side of the ice mold, the baffle can prevent water from splashing to the outside when the water passes through the ice mold, the baffle comprises the flow guide part, and when water falls onto the flow guide part, the flow guide part can guide the water into the ice cube tray again, so that the amount of water splashing to the outside can be reduced, the ice making amount is ensured, and the influence on the ice making efficiency is avoided. Due to the fact that the baffle can rotate relative to the ice mold, after ice making is completed and during ice unloading, ice blocks slide out downwards, the baffle is pushed to rotate under the action of gravity, and therefore ice unloading is completed. In addition, the baffle plate also solves the problem of cold leakage, so that the ice making efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of ice making, in particular to an ice mold assembly and an ice making system. Background Art

[0002] Ice makers use circulating water to make ice. However, as the water flows through the ice mold, some of it splashes outward. Testing has shown that the amount of water splashed during a single ice-making cycle accounts for approximately 6-7% of the total water used. This splashed water absorbs ambient heat, warming up and eventually rejoining the circulating water flow, causing a slight increase in overall water temperature and reducing cooling efficiency. Furthermore, there is an ice storage bin located below the ice mold. Any splashing water that falls into the ice storage bin can accelerate ice melting, reducing ice production. Larger ice molds produce greater amounts of splashed water. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides an ice mold assembly and an ice making system to solve the problem of water splashing when flowing through the ice mold.

[0004] In a first aspect, the present invention provides an ice mold assembly, comprising:

[0005] Ice mold, equipped with ice tray;

[0006] The baffle is arranged on one side of the ice mold and can rotate relative to the ice mold. The baffle includes a plate body and a guide portion. The guide portion can guide water falling on it into the ice tray.

[0007] Beneficial Effects: By installing a baffle on one side of the ice mold, it prevents water from splashing outwards as it flows through the mold. The baffle includes a diversion section that redirects water back into the ice tray when it falls, minimizing splashing, ensuring ice production and minimizing ice-making efficiency. Because the baffle rotates relative to the ice mold, after ice making is complete, the ice slides downwards during deglazing, where gravity pushes the baffle to rotate, completing the deglazing process. Furthermore, the baffle prevents cold air from leaking out, improving ice-making efficiency.

[0008] In an optional embodiment, the ice mold is provided with a transverse partition and a longitudinal partition, the transverse partition and the longitudinal partition divide the ice mold into a plurality of ice grids, and the guide portion is opposite to the transverse partition.

[0009] Beneficial effect: The ice mold is provided with transverse partitions and longitudinal partitions, which divide the ice mold into multiple ice grids. The guide portion is opposite to the transverse partitions. Since the water flow is larger at the position opposite to the transverse partitions, the splashing water can be effectively diverted into the ice grid.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, the ice mold further includes a top plate and a bottom plate, and the flow guide portion is opposite to the top plate and the bottom plate.

[0011] Beneficial effect: When water flows through the ice mold from bottom to top, the guide plate opposite to the top plate can guide the water to the uppermost ice grid, and the guide plate opposite to the bottom plate can guide the water to the ice storage box below the ice mold.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, the guide portion is a guide groove, and the guide groove is recessed relative to the plate body.

[0013] Beneficial effect: the guide portion is a guide groove, which is recessed relative to the plate body, and can effectively guide water into the ice tray without affecting ice removal.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, the distance between the plate body and the ice mold is d, 2 mm ≤ d ≤ 6 mm.

[0015] Beneficial effect: There is a certain gap between the plate body and the ice mold. The gap value should not be too large, otherwise the water on the baffle will not flow back to the ice tray. If it is too small, it will hinder the normal flow of water into the ice tray. Therefore, 2㎜≤d≤6㎜ can ensure that the water that normally flows onto the ice mold will not come into contact with the baffle, and can also play a blocking role for a small amount of splashing water.

[0016] In an optional embodiment, the ice mold assembly further includes a bracket, the ice mold is mounted on the bracket, and the top end of the baffle is hinged to the top end of the bracket.

[0017] Advantages: The ice mold is mounted on a bracket, and the top of the baffle is hingedly connected to the top of the bracket. This arrangement allows the ice mold assembly to be assembled as a whole, making installation easier. Because the top of the baffle is hingedly connected to the top of the bracket, the top of the baffle is higher than the ice mold, ensuring that it blocks any splashing of water flowing toward the ice mold.

[0018] In an optional embodiment, the bracket is provided with a mounting groove, and the ice mold is installed in the mounting groove.

[0019] Beneficial effect: by setting the installation groove, the ice mold can be embedded in the installation groove, the installation groove can locate the position of the ice mold, and combined with the installation position of the baffle, it can ensure that the gap between the baffle body and the ice mold is within a reasonable range.

[0020] In an optional embodiment, the bracket is provided with a water trough and a water inlet hole connected to the water trough, the water trough is provided on the top of the ice mold, and a water curtain rib is provided on the side of the water trough close to the baffle, and the water curtain rib extends along the length direction of the water trough.

[0021] Beneficial effect: When making ice or ice water, the water in the water tank is transported upward and enters the water trough through the water inlet hole, then flows out of the water trough and flows downward to the ice mold. By providing a water curtain rib on the side of the water trough close to the baffle, the water curtain rib extends along the length of the water trough. Therefore, when the water in the water trough is full, it can overflow through the water curtain rib, ensuring that the water flow can evenly cover the ice mold, avoiding some ice trays without water or ice, affecting the ice making amount.

[0022] In an optional embodiment, the side wall of the water trough close to the baffle is provided with water diversion holes, and the water diversion holes are evenly distributed along the length direction of the water trough.

[0023] Beneficial effect: After water enters the water tank through the water inlet hole, as the water level in the tank rises, the water will first flow out from multiple water diversion holes to form the first water flow. Since the water inlet speed is greater than the discharge speed of the water diversion holes, the water will continue to rise until it overflows from the surface of the water curtain ribs above the water diversion holes, forming a water curtain, thereby forming a second water flow. Under the action of the dual water flow, it can ensure that the water is evenly collected on the ice mold, so that both sides of the ice mold can be completely covered, avoiding some ice trays without water or ice, affecting the ice making capacity.

[0024] In an optional embodiment, the bracket is further provided with a plurality of water-dividing ribs, which are arranged on the side of the water trough close to the baffle. The water-dividing ribs are evenly arranged along the length direction of the bracket, and the number of the water-dividing ribs is greater than the number of the water-dividing holes.

[0025] Beneficial effect: The frame is also provided with a plurality of water dividing ribs, which are arranged on the side of the water tank close to the baffle. The water dividing ribs are evenly arranged along the length direction of the frame, and the number of the water dividing ribs is greater than the number of the water dividing holes.

[0026] In an optional embodiment, the ice mold assembly further includes an evaporator disposed on a side of the ice mold facing away from the baffle.

[0027] Beneficial effect: The evaporator is arranged on the side of the ice mold away from the baffle. The evaporator is in direct contact with the ice mold and can absorb the heat of the water in the ice mold, thereby quickly forming ice water or ice cubes.

[0028] In a second aspect, the present invention further provides an ice making system, comprising:

[0029] The ice mold assembly.

[0030] Beneficial Effects: This ice-making system features a baffle on one side of the ice mold to prevent water from splashing outwards. The baffle includes a diverter that redirects water back into the ice tray when it falls onto the baffle, thereby reducing splashing, ensuring ice production and minimizing ice-making efficiency. Because the baffle rotates relative to the ice mold, after ice making is complete, the ice slides downwards during deglazing, where gravity pushes the baffle to rotate, completing the deglazing process. Furthermore, the baffle prevents cold air from leaking out, improving ice-making efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the specific embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0032] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of an ice mold assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0034] Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of an ice mold assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0036] Figure 5 An exploded view of an ice mold assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of an ice mold;

[0038] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the baffle;

[0039] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the bracket.

[0040] Description of reference numerals:

[0041] 1. Ice mold; 101. Ice tray; 102. Horizontal partition; 103. Vertical partition; 104. Top plate; 105. Bottom plate; 2. Baffle; 201. Plate body; 202. Diverter; 203. Hinge shaft; 3. Bracket; 301. Side plate; 302. Hinge hole; 303. Mounting through hole; 304. Through groove; 305. Water trough; 306. Water inlet hole; 307. Water curtain rib; 308. Water distribution hole; 309. Water distribution rib; 4. Nut; 5. Evaporator. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0043] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate and simplify the description of the present invention. They are not intended to indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0044] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed, detachable, or integral connections; mechanical or electrical connections; direct or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0045] In addition, the technical features involved in different embodiments of the present invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0046] Ice makers use circulating water to make ice. However, as the water flows through the ice mold, some of it splashes outward. Testing has shown that the amount of water splashed during a single ice-making cycle accounts for approximately 6-7% of the total water used. This splashed water absorbs ambient heat, warming up and eventually rejoining the circulating water flow, causing a slight increase in overall water temperature and reducing cooling efficiency. Furthermore, there is an ice storage bin located below the ice mold. Any splashing water that falls into the ice storage bin can accelerate ice melting, reducing ice production. Larger ice molds produce greater amounts of splashed water.

[0047] There are two ways to deal with the water after the ice melts. One is to discharge it to the outside, and the other is to recycle it for ice making. Considering the problem of bacteria, commercial ice making machines all discharge it to the outside. Therefore, the ice making machine also has a performance indicator of 24-hour water consumption. The splashing of water causes the 24-hour water consumption to increase.

[0048] However, since household ice makers have a small internal cavity and it is not convenient to connect an external drainage pipe in a home environment, they will recycle the water. Since the splashed water is close to the ambient temperature, the overall water temperature will rise, affecting the ice making efficiency.

[0049] In addition, there is a porous spray pipe above the ice mold, through which water is diverted. Due to the surface tension of water, when encountering a dispersive force (such as gravity or external force), it tends to maintain a compact shape and is not easily stretched or dispersed. The water cannot evenly cover the ice mold, resulting in some ice trays without water or ice, which ultimately leads to a reduction in ice production.

[0050] The following combination Figures 1 to 8 , describing embodiments of the present invention.

[0051] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in one aspect, an ice mold assembly is provided, comprising an ice mold 1 and a baffle 2 .

[0052] The ice mold 1 is provided with an ice tray 101 ; the baffle 2 is provided on one side of the ice mold 1 and can rotate relative to the ice mold 1 , and the baffle 2 includes a plate body 201 and a guide portion 202 , and the guide portion 202 can guide water falling thereon into the ice tray 101 .

[0053] In this embodiment, a baffle 2 is provided on one side of the ice mold 1 to prevent water from splashing outward when flowing through the ice mold 1. The baffle 2 includes a diverter 202. When water falls onto the diverter 202, it redirects the water back into the ice tray 101, thereby reducing the amount of water splashing outward, ensuring ice production and minimizing ice-making efficiency. Because the baffle 2 can rotate relative to the ice mold 1, after ice making is complete, the ice cubes slide downward during deglazing, and gravity pushes the baffle 2 to rotate, completing the deglazing process. Furthermore, the baffle 2 prevents cold air from leaking out, improving ice-making efficiency.

[0054] Specifically, during normal ice making, if Figure 3 As shown, the baffle 2 is in a vertical state. After ice making is completed, when the ice is removed, the ice cubes slide downward and the baffle 2 is pushed to rotate under the action of gravity. The baffle 2 is in an inclined state, and the gap between the baffle 2 and the ice mold 1 increases, so that the ice can be removed smoothly.

[0055] In one embodiment, the ice mold 1 is provided with a transverse partition 102 and a longitudinal partition 103 , which divide the ice mold 1 into a plurality of ice trays 101 . The guide portion 202 is opposite to the transverse partition 102 .

[0056] In this embodiment, the ice mold 1 is provided with a transverse partition 102 and a longitudinal partition 103, which divide the ice mold 1 into a plurality of ice trays 101. The guide portion 202 is opposite to the transverse partition 102. Since the water flow is larger at the position opposite to the transverse partition 102, the splashing water can be effectively diverted into the ice tray 101.

[0057] Specifically in one embodiment, the transverse partition 102 is tilted and tilted downward in the direction close to the baffle 2. This tilt of the transverse partition 102 facilitates the flow of water, facilitates ice removal, and prevents water from accumulating in the ice tray 101.

[0058] Specific as Figure 6 As shown, there are two transverse partitions 102 , and the two transverse partitions 102 are arranged in parallel.

[0059] In one embodiment, the ice mold 1 further includes a top plate 104 and a bottom plate 105 , and the guide portion 202 is opposite to the top plate 104 and the bottom plate 105 .

[0060] In this embodiment, when water flows through the ice mold 1 from bottom to top, the guide plate opposite to the top plate 104 can guide the water to the uppermost ice tray 101, and the guide plate opposite to the bottom plate 105 can guide the water to the ice storage box below the ice mold 1.

[0061] In one embodiment, the guide portion 202 is a guide groove, which is recessed relative to the plate body 201 .

[0062] In this embodiment, the guide portion 202 is a guide groove, which is recessed relative to the plate body 201 and can effectively guide water into the ice tray 101 without affecting ice removal.

[0063] Specifically in one embodiment, Figure 3As shown, the center of the middle diversion groove is directly opposite the transverse partition 102. The water flow is greater at the position opposite the transverse partition 102, which can effectively guide the splashing water into the ice tray 101. The diversion groove at the top side is opposite the top plate 104 and can guide the water flowing out of the water tank 305 into the top ice tray 101. The diversion groove at the bottom side is opposite the bottom plate 105 and can guide the water into the ice storage box below the ice mold 1.

[0064] In an embodiment not shown in the figures, the guide portion 202 may be a guide plate extending downwardly and obliquely away from the plate body 201 . After water falls onto the guide plate, the guide plate guides the water into the ice tray 101 .

[0065] In one embodiment, the distance between the plate body 201 and the ice mold 1 is d, 2 mm ≤ d ≤ 6 mm.

[0066] In this embodiment, there is a certain gap between the plate body 201 and the ice mold 1. The gap value should not be too large, otherwise the water on the baffle 2 will not flow back to the ice tray 101. If it is too small, it will hinder the normal flow of water into the ice tray 101. Therefore, 2mm≤d≤6mm can ensure that the water normally flowing onto the ice mold 1 will not come into contact with the baffle 2, and can also play a blocking role against a small amount of splashing water.

[0067] Specifically in one embodiment, the gap between the plate body 201 and the ice mold 1 is 2 mm, which can ensure that water normally flowing onto the ice mold 1 will not come into contact with the baffle 2 and can also block a small amount of splashing water.

[0068] Specifically in one embodiment, the gap between the plate body 201 and the ice mold 1 is 4 mm, which can ensure that water normally flowing onto the ice mold 1 will not come into contact with the baffle 2 and can also block a small amount of splashing water.

[0069] Specifically in one embodiment, the gap between the plate body 201 and the ice mold 1 is 6 mm, which can ensure that water normally flowing onto the ice mold 1 will not come into contact with the baffle 2 and can also block a small amount of splashing water.

[0070] As a preferred embodiment, the gap between the plate body 201 and the ice mold 1 is 4 mm.

[0071] In one embodiment, the ice mold assembly further includes a bracket 3 , the ice mold 1 is mounted on the bracket 3 , and the top end of the baffle 2 is hinged to the top end of the bracket 3 .

[0072] In this embodiment, the ice mold 1 is mounted on a bracket 3, and the top of the baffle 2 is hingedly connected to the top of the bracket 3. The arrangement of the bracket 3 allows the ice mold assembly to be assembled as a whole, facilitating installation. Since the top of the baffle 2 is hingedly connected to the top of the bracket 3, the top of the baffle 2 is higher than the ice mold 1, ensuring that it can block any splashing of water flowing toward the ice mold 1.

[0073] Specifically in one embodiment, Figure 8 As shown, the bracket 3 includes two side panels 301 at the top, and the top of the side panels 301 is provided with a hinge hole 302, as shown in FIG. Figure 7 As shown, hinge shafts 203 are provided at both ends of the top of the baffle 2 , and the hinge shafts 203 are hinged in the hinge holes 302 .

[0074] Specifically, the hinge shaft 203 and the baffle 2 are formed integrally.

[0075] Specific as Figure 8 As shown, the top of the hinge hole 302 has an opening, and the width of the opening is smaller than the diameter of the hinge hole 302. During assembly, the hinge shaft 203 can be installed from top to bottom, and the hinge shaft 203 squeezes the opening to open the opening, thereby being installed into the hinge hole 302. After being assembled into place, the opening is reset to prevent the hinge shaft 203 from falling out.

[0076] In one embodiment, the bracket 3 is provided with a mounting groove, and the ice mold 1 is installed in the mounting groove.

[0077] In this embodiment, by setting a mounting groove, the ice mold 1 can be embedded in the mounting groove, and the mounting groove can locate the position of the ice mold 1. Combined with the installation position of the baffle 2, it can ensure that the gap between the plate body 201 of the baffle 2 and the ice mold 1 is within a reasonable range.

[0078] Specifically in one embodiment, Figure 6 and Figure 8 As shown, the shape of the mounting groove is consistent with that of the ice mold 1. The ice mold 1 includes a top plate 104 and a bottom plate 105. Both the top plate 104 and the bottom plate 105 are tilted, with the top plate 104 tilted downward and the bottom plate 105 tilted upward away from the baffle 2. The mounting groove has a top wall and a bottom wall, with the top wall tilted downward and the bottom wall tilted upward away from the baffle 2. This tilt of the bottom plate 105 ensures that no water accumulates in the bottommost ice tray 101, facilitating ice removal.

[0079] Specifically in one embodiment, the ice mold 1 is fixed to the bracket 3 via a nut 4 .

[0080] Specifically, the bracket 3 is provided with a mounting through hole 303 , and the ice mold 1 is provided with a stud. After the stud passes through the mounting through hole 303 , the nut 4 is tightened on the stud to fix the ice mold 1 on the bracket 3 .

[0081] Specific as Figure 5 As shown, there are four nuts 4 in total.

[0082] Specifically in one embodiment, a through groove 304 is further provided on the bracket 3 below the mounting groove. The bottom wall of the through groove 304 is inclined, and the lowermost end of the baffle 2 extends downwardly toward the through groove 304, so that the water flowing down from the ice mold 1 can be diverted into the through groove 304, and then slide out of the bracket 3 and flow downward to the ice storage box and the water tank.

[0083] In one embodiment, a water trough 305 and a water inlet 306 connected to the water trough 305 are provided on the bracket 3. The water trough 305 is provided on the top of the ice mold 1. A water curtain rib 307 is provided on the side of the water trough 305 close to the baffle 2. The water curtain rib 307 extends along the length direction of the water trough 305.

[0084] In this embodiment, when making ice or ice water, the water in the water tank is transported upward and enters the water trough 305 through the water inlet hole 306, and then flows out of the water trough 305 and flows downward toward the ice mold 1. By providing a water curtain rib 307 on one side of the water trough 305 close to the baffle 2, the water curtain rib 307 extends along the length of the water trough 305. Therefore, when the water in the water trough 305 is full, the water can overflow through the water curtain rib 307, ensuring that the water flow can evenly cover the ice mold 1, thereby preventing some ice trays 101 from being without water or ice, which affects the ice production amount.

[0085] Specifically in one embodiment, the length of the water curtain rib 307 is equal to the length of the ice mold 1 .

[0086] In one embodiment, water diversion holes 308 are provided on the side wall of the water trough 305 close to the baffle 2 , and the water diversion holes 308 are evenly distributed along the length direction of the water trough 305 .

[0087] In this embodiment, after water enters the water tank 305 through the water inlet hole 306, as the water level in the water tank 305 rises, the water will first flow out from the multiple water diversion holes 308 to form a first water flow. Since the water inflow speed is greater than the discharge speed of the water diversion holes 308, the water will continue to rise until it overflows from the surface of the water curtain rib 307 above the water diversion holes 308, forming a water curtain, thereby forming a second water flow. Under the action of the dual water flow, it can be ensured that the water is evenly integrated into the ice mold 1, so that both the left and right sides of the ice mold 1 can be completely covered, thereby preventing some ice trays 101 from being without water or ice, which affects the ice production capacity.

[0088] The mixing of the first water flow and the second water flow can further ensure that the water flow can evenly cover the ice mold 1, thereby preventing some ice trays 101 from being without water or ice, thereby affecting the ice production.

[0089] In one embodiment, a plurality of water-dividing ribs 309 are further provided on the bracket 3 , and the water-dividing ribs 309 are provided on one side of the water trough 305 close to the baffle 2 . A plurality of water-dividing ribs 309 are evenly arranged along the length direction of the bracket 3 , and the number of the water-dividing ribs 309 is greater than the number of the water-dividing holes 308 .

[0090] In this embodiment, a plurality of water-dividing ribs 309 are evenly arranged along the length direction of the bracket 3, and the number of the water-dividing ribs 309 is greater than the number of the water-dividing holes 308, which can further evenly distribute the water flow and evenly cover the ice mold 1, thereby preventing some ice trays 101 from being without water or ice, thereby affecting the ice production.

[0091] In one embodiment, the ice mold assembly further includes an evaporator 5 disposed on a side of the ice mold 1 facing away from the baffle 2 .

[0092] In this embodiment, the evaporator 5 is disposed on the side of the ice mold 1 away from the baffle 2. The evaporator 5 is in direct contact with the ice mold 1 and can absorb the heat of the water in the ice mold 1, thereby quickly forming ice water or ice cubes.

[0093] According to another aspect of an embodiment of the present invention, an ice making system is provided, comprising the ice mold assembly provided in the above embodiment.

[0094] This ice-making system, by providing a baffle 2 on one side of the ice mold 1, can prevent water from splashing outward when flowing through the ice mold 1. The baffle 2 includes a guide portion 202. When water falls on the guide portion 202, the guide portion 202 can redirect the water back into the ice tray 101, thereby reducing the amount of water splashing outward, ensuring the amount of ice produced, and avoiding any impact on ice-making efficiency. Because the baffle 2 can rotate relative to the ice mold 1, after ice making is completed, when the ice is shed, the ice cubes slide downward and, under the action of gravity, push the baffle 2 to rotate, thus completing the shed. In addition, the baffle 2 also serves to prevent the problem of cold energy leakage, thereby improving ice-making efficiency.

[0095] In one embodiment, the ice-making system further includes a compressor, a condenser, a throttling component, a drying filter, a water tank, a circulating water pipe, a circulating pump, and an ice storage box.

[0096] When ice water or ice cubes are needed, the high-temperature and high-pressure gas from the compressor enters the condenser to release heat, then enters the throttling component to become a low-temperature and low-pressure working medium, and then enters the evaporator 5. The circulating pump is turned on, and the circulating pump transports the water in the water tank to the water tank 305 through the circulating water pipe. After the water enters the water tank 305 through the water inlet hole 306, as the water level in the water tank 305 rises, the water will first flow out from multiple water diversion holes 308 to form a first water flow. Since the water inlet speed is greater than the discharge speed of the water diversion holes 308, the water will continue to rise until it overflows from the surface of the water curtain rib 307 above the water diversion holes 308, forming a water curtain, thereby forming a second water flow. Under the action of the double water flow, it can ensure that the water is evenly collected on the ice mold 1, so that the left and right sides of the ice mold 1 can be completely covered, thereby preventing some ice trays 101 from being without water or ice, which affects the ice making amount. The water in the water tank 305 flows downward to the ice mold 1, and the evaporator 5 takes away the heat of the water in the ice mold 1, causing the water temperature to slowly drop. The generated ice water or ice cubes flow to the ice storage box, which is connected to the water tank, so the ice water will flow downward into the water tank.

[0097] During defrosting, the defrosting solenoid valve opens, the condenser is closed, the circulating pump does not work, and the high-temperature and high-pressure gas from the compressor enters the evaporator 5 through the defrosting solenoid valve to release heat. The evaporator 5 releases heat to the ice cubes in the ice mold 1, so that the ice cubes can break away from the ice mold 1 and slide into the ice storage box.

[0098] During ice removal, the entire ice block slides downward along the transverse partition 102 under the action of gravity, thereby pushing the baffle 2 to rotate and complete ice removal. After ice removal is completed, the baffle 2 returns to its initial vertical state under the action of gravity for the next round of ice making.

[0099] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art may make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations are all within the scope defined by this application.

Claims

1. An ice mold assembly, characterized in that: include: An ice mold (1) provided with an ice tray (101); The baffle (2) is arranged on one side of the ice mold (1) and can rotate relative to the ice mold (1). The baffle (2) includes a plate body (201) and a guide portion (202). The guide portion (202) can guide water falling thereon into the ice tray (101).

2. The ice mold assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The ice mold (1) is provided with a transverse partition (102) and a longitudinal partition (103), wherein the transverse partition (102) and the longitudinal partition (103) divide the ice mold (1) into a plurality of ice grids (101), and the guide portion (202) is opposite to the transverse partition (102).

3. The ice mold assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The ice mold (1) further comprises a top plate (104) and a bottom plate (105), and the flow guide portion (202) is opposite to the top plate (104) and the bottom plate (105).

4. The ice mold assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The guide portion (202) is a guide groove, and the guide groove is recessed relative to the plate body (201).

5. The ice mold assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The distance between the plate body (201) and the ice mold (1) is d, 2 mm ≤ d ≤ 6 mm.

6. The ice mold assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that The ice mold assembly further comprises a bracket (3), the ice mold (1) is mounted on the bracket (3), and the top end of the baffle (2) is hinged to the top of the bracket (3).

7. The ice mold assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The bracket (3) is provided with a mounting groove, and the ice mold (1) is mounted in the mounting groove.

8. The ice mold assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The bracket (3) is provided with a water trough (305) and a water inlet (306) connected to the water trough (305); the water trough (305) is provided on the top of the ice mold (1); a water curtain rib (307) is provided on one side of the water trough (305) close to the baffle (2); and the water curtain rib (307) extends along the length direction of the water trough (305).

9. The ice mold assembly according to claim 8, wherein: The water trough (305) is provided with water diversion holes (308) on the side wall close to the baffle (2), and the water diversion holes (308) are evenly distributed along the length direction of the water trough (305).

10. The ice mold assembly according to claim 9, wherein: The bracket (3) is further provided with a plurality of water-dividing ribs (309), which are arranged on a side of the water trough (305) close to the baffle (2). A plurality of water-dividing ribs (309) are evenly arranged along the length direction of the bracket (3), and the number of the water-dividing ribs (309) is greater than the number of the water-dividing holes (308).

11. The ice mold assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5 and 7 to 10, characterized in that The ice mold assembly further comprises an evaporator (5) arranged on a side of the ice mold (1) facing away from the baffle (2).

12. An ice making system, characterized in that: include: The ice mold assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 11.

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