Ink box support of food printer

Abstract

The utility model discloses a food printer ink box support comprising a pedestal, the pedestal is provided with a storage assembly used for matching with an ink box, and the upper surface of the pedestal is provided with a protection assembly used for protecting an ink jet port of the ink box. The ink box serves as an independent product, after the ink box is placed in the containing assembly through the arrangement of the ink box support, the protection assembly just blocks the ink jet opening of the ink box, dust is prevented from entering the ink jet opening, ink is prevented from leaking out or evaporating, and the good protection effect is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of food printing equipment, and particularly relates to an ink cartridge bracket for a food printer. Background Art

[0002] The ink cartridges of existing food printers do not have independent protective brackets. Usually, a layer of plastic film is covered on the ink jet ports of the produced ink cartridges to prevent dust from entering the ink jet ports or ink from leaking out. However, the plastic film is very easy to fall off and it is difficult to truly play a protective role. Moreover, every time it is necessary to re-paste the plastic film on the replaced ink cartridge, and the operation is cumbersome. Summary of the Utility Model

[0003] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an ink cartridge bracket for a food printer, so as to solve the technical problems in the prior art that the ink cartridge does not have an independent protective bracket, and the plastic film pasted on the ink jet port of the ink cartridge is very easy to fall off and it is difficult to truly play a protective role.

[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model is realized by adopting the following scheme:

[0005] An ink cartridge bracket for a food printer includes a base, a storage component for adapting to an ink cartridge is arranged on the base, and a protection component for protecting the ink jet port of the ink cartridge is arranged on the upper surface of the base.

[0006] As an independent product, after the ink cartridge is placed into the storage component by setting the ink cartridge bracket, the protection component just blocks at the ink jet port of the ink cartridge, preventing dust from entering the ink jet port, and preventing ink from leaking out or evaporating, playing a good protection role.

[0007] Further optimization: The storage component includes a surrounding plate fixedly arranged on the upper surface of the base. The surrounding plate encloses a cavity for accommodating the ink cartridge, and a second limiting component for adapting to a corresponding first limiting piece on the ink cartridge is arranged on the surrounding plate.

[0008] Further optimization: The surrounding plate includes a first surrounding plate and a second surrounding plate; when observed from the direction perpendicular to the upper surface of the base, the top view of the surrounding plate is in the shape of " "; among them, the end face of the first surrounding plate is integrally in the shape of "匚", and the end face of the second surrounding plate is arc-shaped; in the vertical direction, there is a gap between the first surrounding plate and the second surrounding plate, and the two are not connected.

[0009] After the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the surrounding plate, the first surrounding plate can block the metal contacts on the side wall of the ink cartridge, playing a protective role to prevent the metal contacts from being damaged due to accidental collision. In addition, by separating the first surrounding plate and the second surrounding plate in the vertical direction, it is convenient for the ink cartridge to be inserted and taken out.

[0010] Further optimization, the upper ends of the two side plates of the first enclosure protrude upward and extend to form two card plates, and the upper ends of the card plates protrude inward to form a card block; the card plate and the card block constitute a second limiting component; the two side walls of the ink cartridge protrude outward to form two first limiting members; after the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure, the card block is clamped on the corresponding protrusion.

[0011] The second enclosure is not wider than the width of the ink cartridge, and is about 1 / 2-2 / 3 of the height of the ink cartridge, that is, the second enclosure is a relatively narrow sheet structure and is independently arranged, and is easily deformed when subjected to a thrust perpendicular to its surface. When the ink cartridge needs to be removed, the operator holds the base with one hand and the upper end of the ink cartridge with the other hand, and pushes the ink cartridge toward the second enclosure. The second enclosure is deformed after being pushed, and its upper end deflects outward. At this time, the upper end of the ink cartridge also deflects outward, causing the block to separate from the protrusion, and then the ink cartridge can be easily removed.

[0012] Further optimization is performed by chamfering the upper surface of the card block to form an inclined surface; from top to bottom, the distance between the two card blocks gradually decreases. The maximum distance between the two card blocks is greater than the distance between the two protrusions on the ink cartridge, and the minimum distance between the two card blocks is less than the distance between the two protrusions on the ink cartridge. The card plate is a narrow thin sheet structure, which is easily deformed when subjected to a thrust perpendicular to its surface. When the operator holds the ink cartridge and inserts it downward, the protrusion contacts the card block and is pushed outward, then the two card plates deflect outward, and the distance between them becomes larger, so that the ink cartridge is easily inserted into the cavity; during the insertion process, when the protrusion passes over the card block, the card plate rebounds under the action of the restoring force, and it just gets stuck at the upper end of the protrusion, which has a good limiting and locking effect. At this time, if the ink cartridge is directly pulled outward, it cannot be directly removed.

[0013] Further optimization, the thickness of the second enclosure gradually increases from top to bottom; after the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure, the lower end of the inner surface of the second enclosure fits with the corresponding side wall of the ink cartridge, and there is a gap between the upper end and the corresponding side wall of the ink cartridge. With this design, in a natural state, the upper port size of the cavity formed by the enclosure is slightly larger than the end face size of the ink cartridge, making it easy to insert the ink cartridge into the cavity.

[0014] Further optimization, the protective component is a flexible member arranged on the bottom surface of the cavity. After the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure, the lower end of the ink cartridge squeezes the flexible member, so that the flexible member can well block the inkjet port of the ink cartridge. The flexible setting prevents the inkjet port of the ink cartridge from being damaged after being squeezed.

[0015] Further optimization is that a plastic film is attached to the upper surface of the flexible member to play an isolating role and prevent the flexible member from polluting the inkjet port of the ink cartridge.

[0016] Further optimization is that the flexible member is bonded to the upper surface of the base for easy replacement.

[0017] Further optimization is that the upper surface of the base is provided with a limiting groove, and the flexible member is arranged in the limiting groove. When the upper end of the ink cartridge is pushed outward to remove it, the lower end of the ink cartridge applies a reverse thrust to the flexible member, which easily causes the flexible member to shift; the problem can be well solved by providing the limiting groove.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. The utility model provides an ink cartridge holder. After the ink cartridge is placed in the storage component, the protective component just seals the ink jet port of the ink cartridge to prevent dust from entering the ink jet port, and ink from leaking or evaporating, thereby playing a good protective role.

[0020] 2. By separating the first enclosure and the second enclosure in the vertical direction, and the second enclosure being a relatively narrow sheet structure, it is easy to deform when subjected to a thrust perpendicular to its surface. This design facilitates the insertion and removal of the ink cartridge.

[0021] 3. By designing a flexible protection component, after the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure, the lower end of the ink cartridge is squeezed against the flexible component, so that the flexible component can well block the inkjet port of the ink cartridge; in addition, the flexible setting prevents the inkjet port of the ink cartridge from being damaged after being squeezed. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] Figure 1 It is the three-dimensional structural intention of the food printer cartridge holder;

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A top view of

[0024] Figure 3 It is the structural diagram of the ink cartridge;

[0025] Figure 4 It is a structural diagram after the ink cartridge and the bracket are combined. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the embodiments of the utility model clearer, the technical solution of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0027] like Figure 1-4 As shown, the ink cartridge holder of the food printer includes a base 11, on which a storage component for matching with the ink cartridge is disposed, and on the upper surface of the base a protective component for protecting the ink jet port of the ink cartridge is disposed.

[0028] In this embodiment, the storage component includes a surrounding plate fixedly arranged on the upper surface of the base. The surrounding plate encloses a cavity for accommodating the ink cartridge, and a second limiting component adapted to a corresponding first limiting member on the ink cartridge is arranged on the surrounding plate. The surrounding plate includes a first surrounding plate 12 and a second surrounding plate 13; when viewed downward from the direction perpendicular to the upper surface of the base, the top view of the surrounding plate is in the shape of " ". In the vertical direction, there is a gap between the first surrounding plate and the second surrounding plate, and they are not connected. Among them, the end face of the first surrounding plate is integrally in the shape of "匚"; the end face of the second surrounding plate is arc-shaped, and the thickness of the second surrounding plate 13 gradually increases from top to bottom. The upper ends of the two side plates of the first surrounding plate protrude upward and extend to form two clamping plates 14, and the upper ends of the clamping plates bulge inward to form clamping blocks 15. The upper surface of the clamping block is chamfered to form an inclined surface; from top to bottom, the distance between the two clamping blocks gradually becomes smaller. The clamping plates and the clamping blocks constitute the second limiting component, as shown in Figure 1 、 2 . Two outward protrusions 22 on the two side walls of the ink cartridge 2 are two first limiting members, as shown in Figure 3 ; after the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the surrounding plate, the clamping block 15 is clamped on the corresponding protrusion 22, as shown in Figure 4 .

[0029] In this embodiment, the protection component 16 is a flexible member arranged on the bottom surface of the cavity. The flexible member is a silica gel block, and a plastic film is coated on the silica gel; a limiting groove is arranged on the upper surface of the base, and the flexible member is adhesively arranged in the limiting groove.

[0030] In other embodiments, the flexible member can be made of other materials, such as sponge, etc. It can also be connected to the base in other ways.

[0031] In this application, the maximum distance between the two clamping blocks is greater than the distance between the two protrusions on the ink cartridge, and the minimum distance between the two clamping blocks is less than the distance between the two protrusions on the ink cartridge. The clamping plate is a relatively narrow thin plate structure and is prone to deformation when a thrust perpendicular to its surface is applied. When the operator holds the ink cartridge and inserts it downward, the protrusion contacts the clamping block and receives an outward thrust, then the two clamping plates deflect outward, and the distance between them becomes larger, so the ink cartridge is easily inserted into the cavity; during the insertion process, when the protrusion passes over the clamping block, the clamping plate rebounds under the action of the restoring force and just clamps on the upper end of the protrusion, achieving a good limiting and locking effect. After the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the surrounding plate, the lower end of the inner surface of the second surrounding plate is in contact with the corresponding side wall of the ink cartridge, and there is a gap between the upper end and the corresponding side wall of the ink cartridge; at this time, the lower end face of the ink cartridge 2 presses the flexible member, so that the flexible member can well block the ink jet port 21 of the ink cartridge; in addition, the flexible setting prevents the ink jet port of the ink cartridge from being damaged after being squeezed.

[0032] At this time, if the ink cartridge is directly pulled outwards, the ink cartridge cannot be directly taken out.

[0033] The second enclosure is a relatively narrow sheet structure and is independently arranged. It is easy to deform when subjected to a thrust perpendicular to its surface. When the ink cartridge needs to be removed, the operator holds the base with one hand and the upper end of the ink cartridge with the other hand, and pushes the ink cartridge in the direction of the second enclosure. The second enclosure is deformed after being thrust, and its upper end deflects outward. At this time, the upper end of the ink cartridge also deflects outward, causing the block to separate from the protrusion, and the ink cartridge can be easily removed. When the upper end of the ink cartridge is pushed outward to remove it, the lower end of the ink cartridge applies a reverse thrust to the flexible member, which easily causes the flexible member to shift. This problem can be well solved by setting a limit groove.

[0034] In this embodiment, the base and the enclosure are integrally formed and made of plastic material. The surface area of ​​the base 11 is large. With this design, after the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure, the center of gravity of the overall structure is low, the structural stability is good, and it is not easy to tip over. Because the ink jet port of the ink cartridge faces downward, the ink in the ink cartridge gathers at the ink jet port under the action of gravity, so that even if there is little ink, it can still print smoothly and ensure the printing effect.

[0035] In other embodiments, the base and the enclosure may be in other shapes, such as the enclosure being a hollow frame structure; or may be made of other materials, such as stainless steel, aluminum, etc.

[0036] Based on the above ideal embodiments of the utility model, the relevant staff can make various changes and modifications without deviating from the technical concept of the utility model through the above description. The technical scope of the utility model is not limited to the content of the specification, and its technical scope must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. Food printer cartridge holder, characterized in that, It includes a base, on which is arranged a storage component for matching with the ink cartridge, and on the upper surface of the base is arranged a protective component for protecting the ink jet port of the ink cartridge; the storage component includes an enclosure fixedly arranged on the upper surface of the base, the enclosure forming a cavity for accommodating the ink cartridge, and on the enclosure is arranged a second limiting component for matching with the corresponding first limiting piece on the ink cartridge.

2. The ink cartridge holder for a food printer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surrounding plate includes a first surrounding plate and a second surrounding plate; when viewed downward from the direction perpendicular to the upper surface of the base, the top view of the surrounding plate is in the shape of "< "; wherein, the end face of the first surrounding plate is integrally in the shape of "匚", and the end face of the second surrounding plate is arc-shaped; in the vertical direction, there is a gap between the first surrounding plate and the second surrounding plate, and the two are not connected.

3. The food printer ink cartridge holder according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper ends of the two side plates of the first enclosure protrude upward and extend to form two clamping plates, and the upper ends of the clamping plates protrude inward to form a clamping block; the clamping plate and the clamping block constitute a second limiting component; the two side walls of the ink cartridge protrude outward to form two first limiting members; after the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure, the clamping block is clamped on the corresponding protrusion.

4. The ink cartridge holder for a food printer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The upper surface of the card block is chamfered to form an inclined surface; from top to bottom, the distance between the two card blocks gradually decreases.

5. The ink cartridge holder for a food printer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The thickness of the second enclosure gradually increases from top to bottom; after the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure, the lower end of the inner surface of the second enclosure fits with the corresponding side wall of the ink cartridge, and there is a gap between the upper end and the corresponding side wall of the ink cartridge.

6. The ink cartridge holder for a food printer according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The protective component is a flexible member arranged on the bottom surface of the cavity. After the ink cartridge is inserted into the cavity formed by the enclosure plate, the flexible member can block the ink jet port of the ink cartridge.

7. The ink cartridge holder for a food printer according to claim 6, characterized in that: A plastic film is attached to the upper surface of the flexible member.

8. The ink cartridge holder for a food printer according to claim 6, characterized in that: The flexible member is bonded to the upper surface of the base.

9. The ink cartridge holder for a food printer according to claim 6, characterized in that: A limiting groove is arranged on the upper surface of the base, and the flexible member is arranged in the limiting groove.

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