Beverage outlet module and brewing equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses a beverage outlet module and beverage brewing equipment, the beverage outlet module comprises an output pipeline and an adjusting device, the output pipeline is provided with a liquid inlet and a plurality of liquid outlets, the adjusting device arranged on the output pipeline comprises an operation part and an adjusting part, and the adjusting part can adjust the flow area of each flow channel through the position change of the adjusting part in the output pipeline. According to the beverage brewing equipment provided by the utility model, the flow of each liquid outlet can be adjusted through the adjusting device according to the actual conditions of different working surfaces, so that the liquid outlet amounts of the liquid outlets are basically the same, the beverage brewing equipment is particularly suitable for the situation that multiple beverages are prepared at the same time in a commercial scene, and the beverage preparation efficiency and the beverage preparation component consistency are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of beverage dispensing, and in particular to a beverage outlet module and beverage dispensing equipment. Background Art

[0002] The beverage outlet module is an important component of the beverage mixing device, which is used to connect to the fluid delivery module of the beverage mixing device to export various beverages and other fluids produced by the beverage mixing device (such as a coffee machine).

[0003] In the prior art, especially in commercial use scenarios, there is a need to prepare multiple cups of drinks at the same time. In this case, it can be achieved by connecting a single liquid inlet and multiple liquid outlets through the output pipeline of the beverage outlet module. It is understandable that this design should also ensure the consistency of the flow rate of multiple liquid outlets to ensure higher beverage preparation efficiency and uniformity of beverage preparation quantity. In particular, the working surface on which the beverage mixing equipment is placed cannot be guaranteed to be flat. How to achieve consistent liquid discharge speed of multiple liquid outlets on different working surfaces is a technical problem that needs to be solved urgently. Utility Model Content

[0004] Therefore, the utility model aims to provide a beverage outlet module and beverage mixing equipment that can adjust and achieve a consistent liquid outlet speed of multiple liquid outlets in the same output pipeline.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides a beverage outlet module, comprising:

[0006] An output pipeline having a liquid inlet and a plurality of liquid outlets, wherein the liquid inlet is used to connect to a fluid delivery pipeline in a beverage mixing device, and a plurality of flow channels are formed in the output pipeline, wherein the input end of each of the flow channels is connected to the liquid inlet, and the output end of each of the flow channels is connected to each of the liquid outlets in a one-to-one correspondence; and

[0007] The regulating device is arranged on the output pipeline, and the regulating device includes an operating part and a regulating part placed in the output pipeline. The regulating part is adjustably arranged relative to the position of each liquid outlet. When the operating part is operated, the position of the regulating part changes to adjust the flow area of ​​each flow channel.

[0008] In one embodiment, two liquid outlets are provided, and two flow channels are formed correspondingly, and the two liquid outlets are distributed on both sides of the liquid inlet in the lateral direction.

[0009] In one embodiment, the output pipeline includes a main body tube extending in the transverse direction, the liquid inlet and the two liquid outlets are respectively located on the circumferential side of the main body tube, the two liquid outlets are arranged at intervals in the transverse direction and distributed on both sides of the liquid inlet, the main body tube has a first end and a second end oppositely arranged in the transverse direction, and the main body tube has a first opening at the first end;

[0010] The regulating device is inserted into the main body tube, the operating portion is at least partially exposed from the first opening, and the regulating portion is at least partially inserted into the main body tube and separates the two flow channels.

[0011] In one embodiment, the regulating portion includes an regulating rod passing through the main tube and a diverter arranged on the regulating rod, and the diverter is arranged at the intersection of the main tube and the liquid inlet in the liquid inlet direction to separate the two flow channels.

[0012] In one embodiment, the adjusting rod is rotatably arranged relative to the main body tube, the flow divider is arranged around the outer circumference of the adjusting rod and extends obliquely along the axial direction of the adjusting rod in the circumferential direction, and the outer circumference of the flow divider partially abuts against the inner wall of the main body tube;

[0013] The operating portion is disposed at the end of the adjusting rod and is used to operate the adjusting rod to rotate.

[0014] In one embodiment, a limiting structure is provided between the main tube and the adjusting device, and the limiting structure is used to limit the rotational travel of the adjusting rod.

[0015] In one embodiment, a notch is formed on the peripheral wall of the main tube at the first end, the notch is connected to the first opening, a protrusion is provided on the peripheral side of the operating portion to be inserted into the notch, and the protrusion cooperates with the notch to form the limiting structure.

[0016] In one embodiment, a notch groove extending circumferentially is formed on the inner circumference of the main body tube at the first end, the notch groove is connected to the first opening, and a protrusion inserted into the notch groove is provided on the circumferential side of the operating part, and the protrusion cooperates with the notch groove to form the limiting structure.

[0017] In one embodiment, a first sealing ring is disposed on the adjusting rod, and the first sealing ring is located between the operating portion and the liquid outlet of the two liquid outlets that is relatively close to the first opening.

[0018] In one embodiment, the adjustment device is detachably inserted into the main body tube.

[0019] In one embodiment, the adjusting device is provided with a clamping portion at the other end opposite to the operating portion, and the main body tube is provided with a clamping fitting at the second end portion, and the clamping portion cooperates with the clamping fitting so that the adjusting device is clamped and fixed to the main body tube.

[0020] In one embodiment, the main body tube is provided with a second opening at the second end, and a second sealing ring is provided on the adjusting portion, and the second sealing ring is located between the clamping portion and the liquid outlet relatively close to the second opening among the two liquid outlets.

[0021] In one embodiment, a convex structure or a concave structure is provided on an end surface of the operating portion facing the outer side of the first opening.

[0022] In one embodiment, there are a plurality of output pipelines, and each output pipeline is provided with the regulating device.

[0023] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model also provides a beverage mixing device, including the beverage outlet module as described above.

[0024] The technical solution provided by the utility model has the following advantages:

[0025] The utility model provides a beverage outlet module and a beverage mixing device. The beverage outlet module includes an output pipeline and a regulating device. The output pipeline has a liquid inlet and multiple liquid outlets. The regulating device arranged on the output pipeline includes an operating part and a regulating part. The regulating part can adjust the flow area of ​​each flow channel in the output pipeline by changing its position. When the beverage mixing device is placed on different working surfaces, the operating part can be operated according to the actual situation of the working surface to adjust the position of the regulating part to adjust the flow area of ​​each flow channel, so that the liquid flow rate of each flow channel is similar, and the flow rate of each liquid outlet is basically the same, thereby ensuring a higher beverage preparation efficiency and uniformity of beverage preparation quantity. In the embodiment provided by the utility model, the beverage mixing device can adjust the flow rate of each liquid outlet according to the actual situation of different working surfaces, so that the liquid output of each liquid outlet is basically the same, which is particularly suitable for preparing multiple beverages at the same time in commercial scenarios, thereby improving the beverage preparation efficiency and consistency of beverage preparation quantity. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0027] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of an embodiment of a beverage outlet module provided by the utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a partial three-dimensional structure of the beverage outlet module;

[0029] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the beverage outlet module in another perspective;

[0030] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the beverage outlet module in another perspective;

[0031] Figure 5 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the beverage outlet module;

[0032] Figure 6 for Figure 2 A schematic cross-sectional view of a beverage outlet module;

[0033] Figure 7 for Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the central adjustment device.

[0034] Description of reference numerals:

[0035] 100-beverage outlet module; 10-output pipeline; 11-liquid inlet; 12-liquid outlet; 101-flow channel; 20-adjusting device; 21-operating part; 211-bump; 212-recessed structure; 22-adjusting part; 221-adjusting rod; 222-flow diverter; 23-clamping part; 231-claw; 30-main tube; 31-first end; 310-first opening; 311-notch; 312-notch groove; 32-second end; 320-second opening; 321-boss; 40-first sealing ring; 50-second sealing ring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] 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, rather than all of the embodiments. The utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with the embodiments. It should be noted that the embodiments of the utility model and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other without conflict.

[0037] It should be noted that the terms "first", "second", etc. in the specification and claims of the utility model and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects, and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence.

[0038] The present invention provides a beverage outlet module 100 and a beverage mixing device having the beverage outlet module 100. The present invention does not limit the specific type of the beverage mixing device, which may be, but is not limited to, a coffee machine, a soybean milk machine, a juicer, a tea machine, etc. For ease of understanding, the following embodiments are described by taking the beverage mixing device as a coffee machine as an example.

[0039] The beverage preparation device provided by the utility model includes a fluid delivery module and a beverage outlet module 100. The fluid delivery module is arranged in the machine body, and specifically may include a pump body, a brewing module, a milk foam generating device, a hot water boiler, etc. The beverage outlet module 100 has an output pipeline 10 connected to the fluid delivery module, and the output pipeline 10 is connected to the outside of the machine body, so that the fluid can be output according to the beverage preparation requirements, for example, coffee liquid, direct drinking water and milk foam formed by extracting powdered materials can be output.

[0040] It should be noted that in the present invention, the up-down direction refers to the direction roughly parallel to gravity, the lateral direction refers to the direction roughly parallel to the width of the beverage mixing device, and the front-back direction is roughly parallel to the depth of the beverage mixing device, wherein the rearward direction is the direction toward the inside of the device, and the forward direction is the direction away from the device, i.e., toward the operator. The front-back direction and the lateral direction are both perpendicular to the up-down direction and perpendicular to each other.

[0041] In this embodiment, the output pipeline 10 has a liquid inlet 11 and a plurality of liquid outlets 12. The liquid inlet 11 is used to connect to the fluid delivery pipeline in the beverage mixing device. A plurality of flow channels 101 are formed in the output pipeline 10. The input end of each of the flow channels 101 is connected to the liquid inlet 11, and the output end of each of the flow channels 101 is connected to each of the liquid outlets 12 one by one. In this way, it is possible to prepare multiple servings of the same type of beverage at the same time. Preferably, two of the liquid outlets 12 are provided, and two of the flow channels 101 are formed correspondingly, and the two liquid outlets 12 are distributed on both sides of the liquid inlet 11 in the horizontal direction. Thus, two servings of the same type of beverage can be prepared at the same time.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment, the beverage outlet module 100 may be provided with a plurality of the output pipelines 10, each of the output pipelines 10 is used to output a fluid, and the liquid inlet 11 and / or the inner diameter of each output pipeline 10 may be designed according to the type of fluid it conveys, so that a suitable output pipeline 10 may be selected according to the needs of beverage preparation to output the required type of liquid and prepare beverages of various flavors.

[0043] For further information, see Figures 1 to 7The beverage outlet module 100 further includes a regulating device 20 disposed on the output pipeline 10 . It can be understood that when there are multiple output pipelines 10 , multiple regulating devices 20 can be correspondingly disposed, with one regulating device 20 disposed in each output pipeline 10 .

[0044] like Figures 2 to 5 As shown, the regulating device 20 includes an operating part 21 and an regulating part 22 disposed in the output pipeline 10. The regulating part 22 is adjustable relative to the position of each of the liquid outlets 12. When the operating part 21 is operated, the position of the regulating part 22 changes to adjust the flow area of ​​each of the flow channels 101. In this embodiment, when the beverage mixing device is placed on different working surfaces, the operating part 21 can be operated according to the actual situation of the working surface to adjust the position of the regulating part 22 to adjust the flow area of ​​each flow channel 101, so that the liquid flow rate of each flow channel 101 is similar, and the flow rate of each liquid outlet 12 is basically the same, thereby ensuring a higher beverage preparation efficiency and uniformity of beverage preparation quantity. The beverage mixing device can adjust the flow rate of each liquid outlet 12 according to the actual situation of different working surfaces, so that the liquid output of each liquid outlet 12 is basically the same, which is particularly suitable for preparing multiple beverages at the same time in commercial scenarios, and improves the beverage preparation efficiency and consistency of beverage preparation quantity.

[0045] It can be understood that the specific structure of the output pipeline 10 can be designed according to actual needs, and the structure of the regulating device 20 can also be various, which are compatible with the specific structure of the output pipeline 10. Generally speaking, the output pipeline 10 includes a main body tube 30 extending laterally, the liquid inlet 11 and the two liquid outlets 12 are respectively located on the circumference of the main body tube 30, and the two liquid outlets 12 are arranged at intervals in the transverse direction and distributed on both sides of the liquid inlet 11. The regulating device 20 can be configured to respectively adjust the flow area of ​​the two flow channels 101 connecting the two liquid outlets 12, or to adjust the flow area ratio between the two flow channels 101, so as to achieve that the flow areas of the two flow channels 101 are basically the same, so that the liquid flow rates of the two liquid outlets 12 are basically the same.

[0046] In a preferred embodiment, see Figures 2 to 6 The regulating device 20 is inserted into the main body tube 30, the operating part 21 is at least partially exposed from the first opening 310, and the regulating part 22 is at least partially inserted into the main body tube 30 and separates the two flow channels 101. In this way, when an adjustment operation is required, the operating part 21 can be operated to adjust the flow area ratio between the two flow channels 101, so that the flow rates of the two liquid outlets 12 are basically consistent, meeting the requirements of beverage preparation. Preferably, Figure 7As shown, the end surface of the operating portion 21 facing the outer side of the first opening 310 is provided with a convex structure or a concave structure 212. In this way, the operating portion 21 can be operated by a tool such as a screwdriver or a wrench, so that the adjusting portion 22 moves accordingly.

[0047] Preferred, please see Figure 6 and Figure 7 The regulating part 22 includes an regulating rod 221 inserted into the main tube 30, and a flow divider 222 arranged on the regulating rod 221. The flow divider 222 is arranged at the intersection of the main tube 30 and the liquid inlet 11 in the liquid inlet direction to separate the two flow channels 101. In this way, when the regulating rod 221 is driven to move by the operating part 21, the flow divider 222 arranged on its upper part can change position, thereby adjusting the flow area ratio of the two flow channels 101. Preferably, the regulating rod 221, the operating part 21 and the flow divider 222 are arranged in one piece.

[0048] In an optional embodiment, the flow divider 222 may be configured to move axially with the adjusting rod 221. In a preferred embodiment, see Figure 6 and Figure 7 , the adjusting rod 221 is rotatably arranged relative to the main tube 30, the diverter 222 is arranged around the outer circumference of the adjusting rod 221, and extends obliquely along the axial direction of the adjusting rod 221 in the circumferential direction, and the outer circumference of the diverter 222 partially abuts against the inner wall of the main tube 30 to avoid cross-flow between the two flow channels 101. The operating part 21 is arranged at the end of the adjusting rod 221, and is used to operate the adjusting rod 221 to rotate. In this embodiment, the adjusting rod 221 is arranged to be rotatable, and the diverter 222 is correspondingly arranged to be an inclined elliptical ring, so that the adjustment operation can be conveniently performed, and the flow ratio between the two flow channels 101 can be fine-tuned, and the adjustment accuracy is higher.

[0049] Preferably, a limiting structure is provided between the main tube 30 and the adjusting device 20, and the limiting structure is used to limit the rotation stroke of the adjusting rod 221. In this way, the adjusting rod 221 is prevented from excessive rotation and failure, and the limiting structure allows the operator to intuitively see the adjustment position of the adjusting rod 221 relative to the conveying pipeline, so that precise adjustment can be performed according to actual conditions, thereby improving the convenience of the adjustment operation.

[0050] In an optional embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 7The peripheral wall of the main tube 30 is provided with a notch 311 at the first end 31, and the notch 311 is connected to the first opening 310. The peripheral side of the operating portion 21 is provided with a protrusion 211 inserted into the notch 311, and the protrusion 211 and the notch 311 are limitedly matched to form the limiting structure. The limiting structure can realize the rotation limit of the adjustment rod 221, and the contact limit between the protrusion 211 and the end surface of the main tube 30 can also limit the position of the adjustment rod 221 in the axial direction.

[0051] In another embodiment, please continue to refer to Figure 5 and Figure 7 The inner circumference of the main body tube 30 is formed with a circumferentially extending notch groove 312 at the first end portion 31, and the notch groove 312 is connected to the first opening 310. The circumferential side of the operating portion 21 is provided with a protrusion 211 inserted into the notch groove 312, and the protrusion 211 and the notch groove 312 are limited to form the limiting structure. The limiting structure can realize the rotation limit of the adjustment rod 221, and the contact limit between the protrusion 211 and the notch groove 312 can also limit the position of the adjustment rod 221 in the axial direction.

[0052] Preferred, please see Figure 6 and Figure 7 The adjusting rod 221 is provided with a first sealing ring 40, and the first sealing ring 40 is located between the operating portion 21 and the liquid outlet 12 of the two liquid outlets 12 that is relatively close to the first opening 310. Preferably, an annular groove is formed on the outer periphery of the adjusting rod 221 to accommodate the first sealing ring 40, so as to prevent the first sealing ring 40 from being displaced after long-term use.

[0053] In order to facilitate the cleaning of the output pipeline 10, the regulating device 20 is preferably detachably inserted in the main body tube 30. In this way, after long-term use, the regulating device 20 can be disassembled to thoroughly clean the beverage outlet module 100 to ensure its hygiene and facilitate maintenance.

[0054] In order to realize the detachable connection between the adjusting device 20 and the main tube 30, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 6The adjusting device 20 is provided with a clamping portion 23 at the other end opposite to the operating portion 21, and the main body tube 30 is provided with a clamping fitting at the second end 32. The clamping portion 23 cooperates with the clamping fitting so that the adjusting device 20 is clamped and fixed to the main body tube 30. Specifically, the clamping portion 23 includes a plurality of claws 231 arranged at the end of the adjusting rod 221 away from the operating portion 21. The plurality of claws 231 are arranged at intervals in the circumferential direction, and a groove is provided on the outer circumferential surface of each claw 231. The groove cooperates with a boss 321 protruding from the inner wall at the second end 32 of the main body tube 30 to limit the axial position of the adjusting member. The structure is simple and reliable, and the disassembly and assembly are convenient.

[0055] Preferably, the main tube 30 is provided with a second opening 320 at the second end 32, so that the output pipeline 10 is easier to clean and repair. Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, a second sealing ring 50 is disposed on the adjusting portion 22 , and the second sealing ring 50 is located between the clamping portion 23 and the liquid outlet 12 relatively close to the second opening 320 among the two liquid outlets 12 .

[0056] Obviously, the above described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, ordinary technicians in this field can make other different forms of changes or modifications without creative work, which should fall within the scope of protection of the utility model.

Claims

1. A beverage outlet module, characterized in that: include: An output pipeline having a liquid inlet and a plurality of liquid outlets, wherein the liquid inlet is used to connect to a fluid delivery pipeline in a beverage mixing device, and a plurality of flow channels are formed in the output pipeline, wherein the input end of each of the flow channels is connected to the liquid inlet, and the output end of each of the flow channels is connected to each of the liquid outlets in a one-to-one correspondence; and The regulating device is arranged on the output pipeline, and the regulating device includes an operating part and a regulating part placed in the output pipeline. The regulating part is adjustably arranged relative to the position of each liquid outlet. When the operating part is operated, the position of the regulating part changes to adjust the flow area of ​​each flow channel.

2. The beverage outlet module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The liquid outlets are provided with two, and the flow channels are correspondingly formed with two, and the two liquid outlets are distributed on both sides of the liquid inlet in the horizontal direction.

3. The beverage outlet module according to claim 2, characterized in that The output pipeline includes a main body tube extending in the transverse direction, the liquid inlet and the two liquid outlets are respectively located on the circumferential side of the main body tube, the two liquid outlets are arranged at intervals in the transverse direction and distributed on both sides of the liquid inlet, the main body tube has a first end and a second end oppositely arranged in the transverse direction, and the main body tube has a first opening at the first end; The regulating device is inserted into the main body tube, the operating portion is at least partially exposed from the first opening, and the regulating portion is at least partially inserted into the main body tube and separates the two flow channels.

4. The beverage outlet module according to claim 3, characterized in that: The regulating part includes an regulating rod penetrating the main body tube and a flow divider arranged on the regulating rod. The flow divider is arranged at the intersection of the main body tube and the liquid inlet in the liquid inlet direction to separate the two flow channels.

5. The beverage outlet module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The adjusting rod is rotatably arranged relative to the main body tube, the flow divider is arranged around the outer circumference of the adjusting rod and extends obliquely along the axial direction of the adjusting rod in the circumferential direction, and the outer circumference of the flow divider partially abuts against the inner wall of the main body tube; The operating portion is disposed at the end of the adjusting rod and is used to operate the adjusting rod to rotate.

6. The beverage outlet module according to claim 5, characterized in that A limiting structure is provided between the main body tube and the adjusting device, and the limiting structure is used to limit the rotation stroke of the adjusting rod.

7. The beverage outlet module according to claim 6, characterized in that The peripheral wall of the main body tube is provided with a notch at the first end, the notch is connected to the first opening, and the peripheral side of the operating portion is provided with a protrusion inserted into the notch, the protrusion and the notch are limitedly matched to form the limiting structure.

8. The beverage outlet module according to claim 6, characterized in that The inner circumference of the main body tube is formed with a circumferentially extending notch groove at the first end, the notch groove is connected to the first opening, and the peripheral side of the operating part is provided with a protrusion inserted into the notch groove, the protrusion and the notch groove are limitedly matched to form the limiting structure.

9. The beverage outlet module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The regulating rod is provided with a first sealing ring, and the first sealing ring is located between the operating portion and the liquid outlet relatively close to the first opening among the two liquid outlets.

10. The beverage outlet module according to any one of claims 3 to 9, characterized in that The adjusting device is detachably inserted into the main body tube.

11. The beverage outlet module according to claim 10, characterized in that The adjusting device is provided with a clamping part at the other end opposite to the operating part, and the main body tube is provided with a clamping fitting at the second end, and the clamping part cooperates with the clamping fitting so that the adjusting device is clamped and fixed to the main body tube.

12. The beverage outlet module according to claim 11, characterized in that The main body tube is provided with a second opening at the second end portion, and the adjusting portion is provided with a second sealing ring, which is located between the clamping portion and the liquid outlet relatively close to the second opening among the two liquid outlets.

13. A beverage outlet module according to any one of claims 3 to 9, characterized in that The end surface of the operating portion facing the outer side of the first opening is provided with a convex structure or a concave structure.

14. The beverage outlet module according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that There are multiple output pipelines, and each output pipeline is respectively provided with the regulating device.

15. A beverage preparation device, characterized in that: Comprising a beverage outlet module as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 14.

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