Spherical ice maker with automatic ice unloading structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses a spherical ice maker with an automatic deicing structure, which relates to the technical field of ice makers, and adopts the technical scheme that the spherical ice maker comprises a main body, the main body is provided with an ice storage cavity and a deicing component arranged in the ice storage cavity, the deicing component comprises a placement groove, the placement groove is formed in the main body corresponding to the center position of the ice storage cavity, and the deicing component is arranged in the placement groove. A motor is installed in the placing groove, a rotating shaft is installed at the output end of the motor, the rotating shaft penetrates through the main body and extends into the ice storage cavity, stirring rods are installed at the end, located in the ice storage cavity, of the rotating shaft in a mirror image mode, a scraping plate is installed on each stirring rod, and sliding plates are installed at the four corners of the ice storage cavity. The deicing device has the advantages that the problems that in the background technology, when the inner wall of the storage cavity is iced, a natural melting method and a hot water deicing method are generally adopted, the two methods have limitation, when the ice layer is thick, several hours or even longer time are needed to completely melt the ice layer, and the deicing effect is reduced are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of ice making machines, and more particularly to a spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-shedding structure. Background Art

[0002] A spherical ice maker is a refrigeration device specially used to produce spherical ice cubes. This device usually uses advanced refrigeration technology to freeze water into spherical ice cubes through a specific mold or ice-making process.

[0003] A spherical ice machine with automatic ice removal is specifically designed for producing spherical ice. Combining spherical ice production with automatic ice removal, this device aims to provide an efficient, convenient, and hygienic ice production process. Specifically, this ice machine uses a built-in, specialized mold or ice-making mechanism to freeze water into perfectly spherical ice cubes. Simultaneously, its automatic ice removal mechanism automatically detects and initiates the de-icing process after ice cubes are formed, completing the de-icing process without manual intervention. This feature not only improves production efficiency but also ensures the cleanliness and sanitation of the ice cubes by reducing human contact and handling.

[0004] During the ice-making process, water is cooled below freezing and solidifies into ice. Unfrozen water flows into the water storage tank and is recirculated by the water pump. When the ice reaches the desired thickness, it enters the defrosting state. The high-pressure hot air discharged from the compressor is directed to the evaporator through the reversing valve, replacing the low-temperature liquid refrigerant. This forms a layer of water film between the ice and the evaporator, causing the ice to fall off and fall into the ice storage tank. During this process, if the ice inside the ice maker is not removed in time and accumulates together, it may block air circulation, resulting in the ice maker's insulation measures being unable to completely prevent heat transfer, and ice will form on the inner wall of the storage chamber. When ice forms on the inner wall of the storage chamber, natural melting and hot water de-icing are generally used. Both methods have their limitations. When the ice layer is thick, it may take several hours or even longer to completely melt, resulting in reduced de-icing effectiveness.

[0005] Therefore, in order to solve the above technical problems, the present application proposes a spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-shedding structure. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-shedding structure.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a spherical ice maker with an automatic ice-removing structure, comprising a main body, an ice storage chamber being formed on the main body, and an ice-removing assembly being arranged in the ice storage chamber, the ice-removing assembly comprising a placement slot, a placement slot being formed on the main body corresponding to the center of the ice storage chamber, a motor being installed in the placement slot, a rotating shaft being installed at the output end of the motor, the rotating shaft passing through the main body and extending into the ice storage chamber, a stirring rod being mounted on a mirror image at one end of the rotating shaft located inside the ice storage chamber, and a scraper being mounted on each stirring rod;

[0008] Slide plates are installed at the four corners of the ice storage cavity.

[0009] Preferably, each of the scrapers is arc-shaped and fits the ice storage chamber, and each of the slide plates is arc-shaped and consistent with the scraper, so that the scraper can fit the ice storage chamber and can move more smoothly, reducing damage to the scraper caused by jamming or excessive resistance. At the same time, the arc-shaped plates serve as buffer layers at the four corners of the ice storage chamber, which can absorb the impact force generated when the scraper shovels ice to a certain extent, protecting the main structure of the ice storage chamber from damage.

[0010] Preferably, a water storage cavity is provided on the main body, and a water injection port is provided on the main body at a position corresponding to the water storage cavity, so as to facilitate the filling of water into the water storage cavity.

[0011] Preferably, a drainage hole is provided at the ice storage chamber, and a plug is slidably installed in the drainage hole to facilitate control of the opening and closing of the drainage hole.

[0012] Preferably, a cover plate is rotatably mounted on the main body corresponding to the position of the ice storage cavity, and the cover plate can cover the ice storage cavity to facilitate dust prevention and heat preservation.

[0013] Preferably, an ice-making chamber is provided on the main body, an evaporator is installed in the ice-making chamber, and an ice tray is rotatably installed at the lower end of the evaporator in the ice-making chamber, and a conveying plate is rotatably installed at one end of the ice tray close to the ice storage chamber to facilitate conveying the prepared ice cubes into the ice storage chamber.

[0014] Preferably, a water storage chamber is provided at the lower end of the main body corresponding to the ice making chamber, and a drainage groove is provided between the water storage chamber and the water storage chamber to facilitate the transfer of unused water in the ice tray to the water storage chamber.

[0015] Preferably, a water pump is installed in the water storage chamber, and a water outlet pipe is installed at one end of the water pump. The water outlet pipe extends into the ice making chamber away from the end of the water pump and is aligned with the ice tray, so as to facilitate the transfer of water in the water storage chamber to the ice tray.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] 1. In the utility model, an ice storage assembly is arranged in the ice storage chamber, and the motor is started to rotate the rotating shaft. When the rotating shaft rotates, the two stirring rods will rotate together, so that the hot water in the ice storage chamber can distribute the heat more evenly through the stirring of the stirring rods, thereby accelerating the melting process of the ice cubes. When the two stirring rods rotate, the two scrapers will rotate along the inner wall of the ice storage chamber, so as to scrape off the ice cubes on the inner wall of the ice storage chamber through the scrapers, thereby solving the problem in the background technology that when the inner wall of the storage chamber is frozen, the natural melting method and the hot water de-icing method are generally used. Both methods have their limitations. When the ice layer is thick, it may take several hours or even longer to completely melt, which will lead to a reduced de-icing effect.

[0018] 2. In the present invention, the slide plates are arranged at the four corners of the ice storage chamber. The arc-shaped slide plates can better fit the scraper into the ice storage chamber and make the scraper move more smoothly, reducing damage to the scraper caused by jamming or excessive resistance. At the same time, the arc-shaped plates serve as buffer layers at the four corners of the ice storage chamber, which can absorb the impact force generated when the scraper shovels ice to a certain extent, thereby protecting the main structure of the ice storage chamber from damage. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this application. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the main body cross-sectional view in the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the evaporator in the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 It is a structural diagram of the water storage chamber in the utility model.

[0024] 1. Main body; 2. Water inlet; 3. Water storage chamber; 4. Ice storage chamber; 5. Cover; 6. Drain hole; 7. Ice making chamber; 8. Evaporator; 9. Ice tray; 10. Conveyor plate; 11. Water storage chamber; 12. De-icing assembly; 1201. Placement slot; 1202. Motor; 1203. Rotating shaft; 1204. Stirring rod; 1205. Scraper; 1206. Slide plate; 13. Water pump; 14. Water outlet pipe; 15. Drain trough; 16. Plug. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] like Figure 1-4As shown, the utility model provides a spherical ice maker with an automatic ice-removing structure, comprising a main body 1, an ice storage chamber 4 is provided on the main body 1, which is used to store ice cubes, and an ice-removing assembly 12 arranged in the ice storage chamber 4, which is used to start a motor 1202 to rotate a rotating shaft 1203. When the rotating shaft 1203 rotates, it will drive two stirring rods 1204 to rotate together, so that the hot water in the ice storage chamber 4 can be stirred more evenly by the stirring rods 1204. When the two stirring rods 1204 rotate, they will drive two scrapers 1205 to rotate along the inner wall of the ice storage chamber 4, so that the scrapers 1205 can scrape off the ice cubes on the inner wall of the ice storage chamber 4, thereby effectively improving the efficiency of ice removal.

[0026] The de-icing assembly 12 includes a placement groove 1201. The placement groove 1201 is opened at the center position of the main body 1 corresponding to the ice storage chamber 4, which is used to realize the function of the anti-fall motor 1202. The motor 1202 is installed in the placement groove 1201, which is used to provide power for the rotating shaft 1203. The output end of the motor 1202 is installed with the rotating shaft 1203, which is used to transmit the two stirring rods 1204. The rotating shaft 1203 extends through the main body 1 and extends into the ice storage chamber 4. The end of the rotating shaft 1203 inside the ice storage chamber 4 is mirror-mounted with the stirring rod 1204, which is used to achieve stirring through the stirring rod 1204. The hot water in the ice storage chamber 4 can distribute heat more evenly, thereby accelerating the melting process of the ice cubes. Each stirring rod 1204 is installed with a scraper 1205, which is used to scrape and remove ice cubes on the four walls, which can effectively enhance the de-icing effect.

[0027] Slide plates 1206 are installed at the four corners of the ice storage chamber 4. Each scraper 1205 is arc-shaped and fits in with the ice storage chamber 4. Each slide plate 1206 is arc-shaped and consistent with the scraper 1205. It is used to make the scraper 1205 fit in the ice storage chamber 4, and also make the scraper 1205 move more smoothly, reducing damage to the scraper 1205 caused by jamming or excessive resistance. At the same time, the arc-shaped plate serves as a buffer layer at the four corners of the ice storage chamber 4, which can absorb the impact force generated by the scraper 1205 when shoveling ice to a certain extent, thereby protecting the main body 1 structure of the ice storage chamber 4 from damage.

[0028] A water storage chamber 3 is provided on the main body 1 for storing water. A water injection port 2 is provided on the main body 1 at a position corresponding to the water storage chamber 3 for injecting water into the water storage chamber 3 .

[0029] A drainage hole 6 is provided at the ice storage chamber 4 for draining water. A plug 16 is slidably mounted in the drainage hole 6 for controlling the opening and closing of the drainage port.

[0030] A cover plate 5 is rotatably installed on the main body 1 corresponding to the position of the ice storage chamber 4, which is used to prevent dust and avoid splashing of hot water when stirring hot water. The cover plate 5 can cover the ice storage chamber 4, which is used to achieve complete coverage.

[0031] An ice-making chamber 7 is provided on the main body 1, and an evaporator 8 is installed in the ice-making chamber 7, which is used to turn the water in the ice tray 9 into ice cubes. An ice tray 9 is rotatably installed at the lower end of the evaporator 8 in the ice-making chamber 7, which is used to store water that has been iced quickly. A conveying plate 10 is rotatably installed at one end of the ice tray 9 close to the ice storage chamber 4, which is used to push the formed ice cubes into the ice storage chamber 7.

[0032] A water storage chamber 11 is provided at the lower end of the main body 1 corresponding to the ice making chamber 7, which is used to store water in the ice tray 9. A drainage groove 15 is provided between the water storage chamber 11 and the water storage chamber 3, which is used to transport the water in the water storage chamber 11 to the water storage chamber 3.

[0033] A water pump 13 is installed in the water storage chamber 3, which is used to pump water. A water outlet pipe 14 is installed at one end of the water pump 13, which is used to transport water to the ice tray 9. The water outlet pipe 14 extends from one end of the water pump 13 to the ice making chamber 7 and is aligned with the ice tray 9, which is used to accurately transport water within the time limit.

[0034] Working principle: When the walls of the ice storage chamber 4 are frozen, first add hot water into the ice storage chamber 4, then close the cover 5, and then start the motor 1202 to rotate the shaft 1203. When the shaft 1203 rotates, it will rotate with the two stirring rods 1204, so that the hot water in the ice storage chamber 4 can distribute heat more evenly through the stirring of the stirring rods 1204, thereby accelerating the melting process of the ice cubes, which helps to avoid local overheating or overcooling and ensure that the ice in the entire ice storage chamber 4 is The ice cubes can be evenly heated and melted quickly. When the two stirring rods 1204 rotate, the two scrapers 1205 will rotate along the inner wall of the ice storage chamber 4, so as to scrape off the ice cubes on the inner wall of the ice storage chamber 4 through the scrapers 1205, which can effectively increase the de-icing effect. At the same time, the curved slide 1206 can better enable the scrapers 1205 to fit the ice storage chamber 4, and can also make the scrapers 1205 move more smoothly, reducing damage to the scrapers 1205 caused by jamming or excessive resistance.

[0035] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not constitute any form of limitation to the present invention. Any ordinary technician in this industry can smoothly implement the present invention as shown in the drawings and described above. However, any equivalent changes, modifications and evolutions made by technicians familiar with this profession without departing from the scope of the technical solution of the present invention using the technical content disclosed above are all equivalent embodiments of the present invention. At the same time, any equivalent changes, modifications and evolutions made to the above embodiments based on the essential technology of the present invention are still within the scope of protection of the technical solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. A spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-shedding structure, comprising a main body (1), an ice storage chamber (4) being provided on the main body (1), and characterized in that: A de-icing assembly (12) is arranged in the ice storage chamber (4), the de-icing assembly (12) comprising a placement groove (1201), the main body (1) is provided with a placement groove (1201) at a central position corresponding to the ice storage chamber (4), a motor (1202) is installed in the placement groove (1201), a rotating shaft (1203) is installed at the output end of the motor (1202), the rotating shaft (1203) passes through the main body (1) and extends into the ice storage chamber (4), a stirring rod (1204) is installed in a mirror image at one end of the rotating shaft (1203) inside the ice storage chamber (4), and each stirring rod (1204) is installed with a scraper (1205); Slide plates (1206) are installed at the four corners of the ice storage chamber (4).

2. The spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-removing structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the scrapers (1205) is in an arc shape and is in contact with the ice storage chamber (4); each of the slide plates (1206) is in an arc shape and is consistent with the scraper (1205).

3. The spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-removing structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: A water storage cavity (3) is provided on the main body (1), and a water injection port (2) is provided on the main body (1) at a position corresponding to the water storage cavity (3).

4. The spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-removing structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: A drainage hole (6) is provided at the position of the ice storage chamber (4), and a plug (16) is slidably installed in the drainage hole (6).

5. The spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-removing structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: A cover plate (5) is rotatably mounted on the main body (1) at a position corresponding to the ice storage cavity (4), and the cover plate (5) can cover the ice storage cavity (4).

6. The spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-removing structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: An ice-making chamber (7) is provided on the main body (1), an evaporator (8) is installed in the ice-making chamber (7), and an ice tray (9) is rotatably installed at the lower end of the evaporator (8) in the ice-making chamber (7), and a conveying plate (10) is rotatably installed at one end of the ice tray (9) close to the ice storage chamber (4).

7. The spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-removing structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: The main body (1) is provided with a water storage chamber (11) at the lower end corresponding to the ice making chamber (7), and a drainage groove (15) is provided between the water storage chamber (11) and the water storage chamber (3).

8. The spherical ice making machine with an automatic ice-removing structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: A water pump (13) is installed in the water storage chamber (3), and a water outlet pipe (14) is installed at one end of the water pump (13). The end of the water outlet pipe (14) away from the water pump (13) extends into the ice making chamber (7) and is aligned with the ice tray (9).

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