Coffee machine
By setting up a cup bracket design with hook slots and hooks on the coffee machine panel, the problem of height fixation of the cup bracket is solved, and it is flexible to adapt to the use of coffee cups of different sizes, improving the user experience and equipment applicability and durability.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422497022.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-16
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-22
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-16
AI Technical Summary
The cup brackets of existing coffee machines are fixed in height and cannot adapt to coffee cups of different sizes, resulting in splashing and cleaning difficulties in coffee liquid, and the complex adjustment structure increases costs and learning costs.
A cup bracket with adjustable height is designed. By setting vertically distributed hook grooves and hook grooves on the panel, users can adjust the position of the cup bracket according to the height of the coffee cup, and combine it with a detachable structure for easy cleaning.
It realizes flexible use of coffee cups that are adapted to different heights, avoids liquid splash, reduces manufacturing costs, improves operability and equipment durability, simplifies the cleaning process, and extends service life.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to a household appliance, in particular to a coffee machine. Background Art
[0002] Coffee machines are now widely used as a common kitchen appliance in daily life. Existing coffee machines typically include a main unit, a panel, a water collection box, a grinding head, and an extraction head, used to grind, extract, and collect coffee beans. However, in actual use, existing coffee machines generally suffer from the following shortcomings and deficiencies:
[0003] 1. The cup holder in most existing coffee machine designs is fixed, which leads to a problem: different users may use coffee cups of different sizes. For example, taller coffee cups often cannot be placed directly on the holder, while shorter coffee cups may be too far away from the extraction head, causing coffee liquid to splash during extraction, affecting the user experience. To solve this problem, users often need to adjust the placement of the cups themselves or purchase specially adapted coffee cups, which increases the inconvenience of use.
[0004] 2. While some high-end coffee machines on the market are equipped with adjustable cup holders, these cup holders typically utilize complex mechanical or electrical mechanisms to achieve height adjustment. These complex designs not only increase manufacturing costs but can also cause mechanical wear and tear due to frequent use and adjustment, impacting the durability of the device. Furthermore, users need to learn how to operate them, and there's a risk of accidentally damaging components during repeated adjustments.
[0005] 3. In existing coffee machine designs, the cup holder is often fixed to the machine, making it difficult to clean. This is especially true when coffee spills or drips into the gap between the holder and the machine body, making cleaning even more complicated. If the cup holder cannot be easily removed or adjusted, users will encounter numerous inconveniences during daily maintenance, further impacting the long-term user experience of the coffee machine.
[0006] 4. Different users have varying needs for coffee cup types and sizes, especially in commercial environments like cafes, where cups of varying heights and capacities are common. Existing coffee machines struggle to adapt flexibly to these variations, limiting their application in diverse scenarios. Furthermore, their inflexible design limits user usage scenarios, making them difficult to adapt to the diverse needs of home, office, and commercial settings. Therefore, further improvements are necessary. Utility Model Content
[0007] The purpose of the utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a cup holder with a simple structure, easy to use and adjustable height through an innovative design, which can adapt to coffee cups of different sizes when used with coffee machines.
[0008] The purpose of the utility model is achieved in the following way: a coffee machine, which includes a main body, a panel is provided at the front end of the main body, a water receiving box is extended forward from the bottom of the panel, a grinding head and an extraction head are also provided on the upper part of the panel, and a plurality of vertically distributed hook grooves are also provided on the panel. A hook is provided on the back of a cup holder, and the cup holder is hung with the hook grooves at different heights to adjust the height of the cup holder so as to cooperate with the extraction head and collect coffee dripping from the extraction head.
[0009] Furthermore, the cup holder includes a bottom plate and a hanging plate provided at the rear end thereof and extending vertically upward, and the hook is provided on the back side of the hanging plate.
[0010] Furthermore, the bottom plate and the hanging plate are made of stainless steel plates and are integrally bent into an "L" shape, and the hook is arranged near the top of the hanging plate.
[0011] Furthermore: the hook is arranged on the front end surface of the base plate, and the base plate is fixed on the panel.
[0012] Furthermore: the hook is in the shape of a long strip and is arranged horizontally at the front end of the base plate, and a plurality of hooks are vertically distributed in an equidistant array on the base plate.
[0013] Furthermore: the top of the host is recessed downward to provide a storage area, and the top of the host is surrounded by an upwardly protruding limit bar.
[0014] Furthermore: the limit bars are arranged on the left and right sides and the back of the storage area.
[0015] The beneficial effects of the utility model are: 1. Simple structure, low production cost and improved market competitiveness;
[0016] 2. This utility model provides a number of vertically distributed hook slots on the panel and hooks on the back of the cup holder. Users can flexibly adjust the cup holder's height by hanging it on the hook slots at different heights. This design effectively solves the problem of fixed cup holder heights in existing coffee machines, can accommodate coffee cups of different heights, avoids coffee splashing, and improves the applicability and user experience of the coffee machine.
[0017] 3. The height adjustment design of the utility model adopts the cooperation of mechanical hook and hook slot, which has a simple structure and easy operation. It avoids the complicated mechanical or electric adjustment structure in the prior art, reduces manufacturing costs, and users can easily adjust the height of the cup holder without having to master complicated operation methods, greatly improving the operability and durability of the device.
[0018] 4. Because the cup holder easily hangs on the hook slot and is removable, this design makes cleaning more convenient. Users can easily remove the cup holder for cleaning, eliminating the problem of coffee residue remaining in the fixed structure. Compared to the existing technology with fixed structures that are difficult to clean, this utility model is more user-friendly in terms of maintenance and care, extending the service life of the device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0019] Figure 1 、 2 This is the effect diagram of the general assembly of the utility model.
[0020] Figure 3 This is the assembly drawing of the medium cup holder of the utility model.
[0021] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the middle cup bracket structure of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0022] The present invention will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. A coffee machine includes a main unit 1, a front panel 2 disposed at the front of the main unit 1, a water receiving box 3 extending forward from the bottom of the panel 2, a grinding head 31 and an extraction head 4 disposed on the upper portion of the panel 2, a plurality of vertically distributed hook slots 5 disposed on the panel 2, and a hook 7 disposed on the back of a cup holder 6. The cup holder 6 is hooked into the hook slots 5 at different heights to adjust the height of the cup holder 6 so that it can cooperate with the extraction head 4 and collect coffee dripping from the extraction head 4.
[0023] In one embodiment, the cup holder 6 includes a bottom plate 61 and a hanging plate 62 provided at the rear end thereof and extending vertically upward, and the hook 7 is provided on the back side of the hanging plate 62 .
[0024] In one embodiment, the bottom plate 61 and the hanging plate 62 are made of stainless steel plates and bent into an L-shape, and the hook 7 is arranged near the top of the hanging plate 62 .
[0025] In one embodiment, the hook 7 is provided on the front end surface of the base plate 8 , and the base plate 8 is fixed on the panel 2 .
[0026] In one embodiment, the hook 7 is in the shape of an elongated strip and is laterally arranged at the front end of the base plate 8 , and a plurality of hooks 7 are vertically and equidistantly arranged in an array on the base plate 8 .
[0027] In one embodiment, the top of the host 1 is recessed to form a storage area 9 , and the top of the host 1 is surrounded by an upwardly protruding limit bar 10 .
[0028] In one embodiment, the limiting bars 10 are arranged on the left and right sides and the rear of the storage area 9 .
[0029] Working Principle: The user places coffee beans into the coffee machine's grinding head 31 and turns the machine on. The grinding head grinds the beans into a fine powder. The ground coffee is then transferred to the extraction head 4 for extraction. The extraction head adds water to the ground coffee and, applying appropriate pressure, squeezes out concentrated coffee. The extracted coffee drips into a coffee cup placed on the cup holder 6 below.
[0030] A significant advantage of the present invention is that the height of the cup holder 6 can be adjusted according to the size of the coffee cup. The panel 2 is provided with a plurality of vertically arranged hook slots 5, and the back of the cup holder 6 is provided with hooks 7. Users can adjust the height of the cup holder by hooking the hooks into the hook slots 5 at different heights, depending on the height of the coffee cup. This design accommodates coffee cups of varying heights. For example, a small espresso cup can have the cup holder adjusted to a higher position, while a larger coffee cup can have the cup holder adjusted to a lower position.
[0031] This height adjustment function not only allows the coffee machine to accommodate a variety of cup sizes, but also prevents splashing when coffee drips from a high position, keeping the area around the coffee machine tidy. Furthermore, the design is simple in structure and easy to operate, allowing users to adjust the height with a simple click, greatly improving ease of use.
[0032] When the cup holder 6 is adjusted to the appropriate height, the user places a coffee cup on top of it, and the coffee drips from the extraction head 4 into the cup, preventing splashing and ensuring accurate coffee flow into the cup. At different adjustment heights, the drip path of the coffee perfectly matches the position of the coffee cup, providing precise liquid reception and ensuring a smooth user experience.
[0033] In addition, the main unit 1 of the present invention features a recessed storage area 9 on top, surrounded by a retaining bar 10. This area can be used to temporarily store coffee cups, coffee beans, or other coffee accessories, making it convenient for users to access these items during operation. Furthermore, the retaining bar prevents items from falling, enhancing device safety.
[0034] The storage area provides additional storage space, increasing versatility while maintaining a compact design, improving efficiency. The restraint bar ensures the stability of items placed in the storage area, preventing them from falling, making it particularly practical for use in various scenarios, such as home, office, or cafe.
[0035] It should be noted that the cup holder 6 is used in conjunction with the hook slot 5 via the hook 7. This design allows the cup holder to be easily removed and reinstalled. After using the coffee machine, the user can easily remove the cup holder for cleaning, avoiding the problem of liquid residue in the fixed part causing difficult cleaning.
[0036] Compared with traditional fixed cup holders, the detachable cup holder design of this utility model not only facilitates cleaning work, but also reduces the difficulty of maintenance, thereby extending the service life of the device. Users can regularly clean the holder and hook slot to maintain the hygiene of the device, further improving the practicality and durability of the device.
[0037] In summary, the operating principle of this utility model is simple and efficient. The cup holder's height can be adjusted through the coordination of the hook slot and hook, allowing the coffee machine to flexibly accommodate coffee cups of varying sizes, thereby improving user convenience and device usability. Furthermore, the design of the storage area and limit bar increases the coffee machine's practical functionality, meeting the needs of multiple scenarios. In short, this utility model not only simplifies the structural design but also offers significant advantages in user experience and device maintenance. Therefore, it is suitable for widespread adoption.
[0038] The above shows and describes the basic principles and main features of the present invention and the advantages of the present invention. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions are merely illustrative of the principles of the present invention. Various changes and improvements may be made to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such changes and improvements shall fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed.
Claims
1. A coffee machine comprising a main unit (1), wherein a panel (2) is provided at the front end of the main unit (1), a water receiving box (3) is extended forward from the bottom of the panel (2), and a grinding head (31) and an extraction head (4) are further provided on the upper portion of the panel (2), characterized in that: The panel (2) is also provided with a plurality of vertically distributed hook slots (5), and a hook (7) is provided on the back of the cup holder (6). The cup holder (6) is hooked with the hook slots (5) at different heights to adjust the height of the cup holder (6) so as to cooperate with the extraction head (4) and receive the coffee dripping from the extraction head (4).
2. The coffee machine according to claim 1, wherein: The cup holder (6) comprises a bottom plate (61) and a hanging plate (62) provided at the rear end thereof and extending vertically upwards, and the hook (7) is provided on the back side of the hanging plate (62).
3. The coffee machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom plate (61) and the hanging plate (62) are made of stainless steel plates and are integrally bent into an "L" shape. The hook (7) is arranged near the top of the hanging plate (62).
4. The coffee machine according to claim 1, wherein: The hook (7) is arranged on the front end surface of the base plate (8), and the base plate (8) is fixed on the panel (2).
5. The coffee machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The hook (7) is arranged in a long strip at the front end of the base plate (8) in a horizontal direction, and a plurality of hooks (7) are distributed in an array at equal intervals vertically on the base plate (8).
6. The coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the host (1) is recessed downwards to provide a storage area (9), and the top of the host (1) is surrounded by a limiting bar (10) that protrudes upwards.
7. The coffee machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The limiting bars (10) are arranged on the left and right sides and the rear of the storage area (9).