Middle shell structure and ice maker

Abstract

The utility model discloses a middle shell structure and an ice maker. The middle shell structure comprises a bottom plate, a middle shell body and a middle shell body, the shelf board is located above the bottom board, a supporting set is connected between the shelf board and the bottom board, the shelf board comprises a transverse section and a longitudinal section connected to one side of the transverse section, the length direction of the transverse section is perpendicular to the length direction of the longitudinal section, a first installation area is formed between the transverse section and the bottom board, and a second installation area is formed between the transverse section and the bottom board. A second mounting area is formed between the longitudinal section and the bottom plate, and a receding area is defined by the transverse section and the longitudinal section above the bottom plate, a plurality of spaces and a connecting and supporting structure are formed, different electric devices can be mounted, the internal space of the ice maker is more standard and neat, and the ice maker is more attractive in appearance. And the stability of the internal structure of the ice maker is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an ice-making device, and more particularly to a shell structure and an ice maker. Background Technology

[0002] Ice makers are common refrigeration machinery, primarily used for the rapid production of ice cubes, and are widely used in homes, restaurants, medical facilities, laboratories, and many other fields. An ice maker comprises multiple modules, including a refrigeration module, a water circulation module, an ice cube forming module, and a control module. During production, these modules need to be assembled and combined. For example, electrical components such as the compressor, water circuit board assembly, condenser assembly, and ice-making assembly are installed inside the machine casing. Currently, these components are typically directly mounted and fixed inside the casing, or extended brackets are added to the casing for mounting them. This results in a scattered arrangement of components and poor overall structural stability. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a structure that allows for convenient installation of the internal electrical components of the ice maker. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a middle shell structure and an ice maker to solve one or more technical problems existing in the prior art, and at least provide a beneficial option or create conditions.

[0004] The solution to the technical problem of this utility model is:

[0005] A mid-shell structure includes: a base plate; a shelf located above the base plate, a support assembly connecting the shelf and the base plate, the shelf including a transverse segment and a longitudinal segment connected to one side of the transverse segment, the length direction of the transverse segment being perpendicular to the length direction of the longitudinal segment, a first mounting area being formed between the transverse segment and the base plate, a second mounting area being formed between the longitudinal segment and the base plate, and a clearance area being formed above the base plate by the transverse segment and the longitudinal segment.

[0006] This technical solution has at least the following beneficial effects: the base plate is installed inside the ice maker's casing, and the shelf is installed above the base plate via a support assembly, creating a space between the shelf and the base plate. The shelf includes transverse and longitudinal sections extending perpendicularly to each other. A clearance area for installing external electrical components is formed at the concave corner between the transverse and longitudinal sections on the top of the base plate. A first installation area for installing external electrical components is formed between the transverse section and the base plate, and a second installation area for installing external electrical components is formed between the longitudinal section and the base plate. The top side of the shelf can also provide support for installing external electrical components. This creates multiple spaces and connecting support structures for installing different electrical components, making the internal space of the ice maker more standardized and tidy, and improving the internal structural stability of the ice maker.

[0007] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the top side of the base plate protrudes upward to form a first reinforcing boss and a second reinforcing boss. The first reinforcing boss is located within the first mounting area and the second mounting area, and the second reinforcing boss is located on the side of the second mounting area away from the first mounting area. The first and second reinforcing bosses formed by the protrusion of the base plate enhance the base plate's resistance to bending and deformation, and can form support points for connecting external electrical components. When the external electrical components are installed in the first and second mounting areas, they are connected to the first and second reinforcing bosses, making the connection structure more stable.

[0008] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the support assembly includes a first support plate. The bottom side of the first support plate is bent horizontally to form a first fixed flange, which is connected to the first reinforcing boss. The side of the longitudinal section is bent downward to form a first folded edge, and the first support plate is connected to the first folded edge. In practical applications, multiple first support plates can be provided. The first folded edge formed on the bottom side of the first support plate can increase the contact area with the base plate support, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the first support plate and the base plate. The first folded edge with the side of the longitudinal section bent downward can strengthen the bending and deformation resistance of the longitudinal section and increase the contact area with the first support plate, thereby firmly installing the shelf above the base plate.

[0009] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the support assembly includes a second support plate. The side of the base plate is bent upward to form a first mounting flange, and the side of the longitudinal section is bent downward to form a second folded edge. The top side of the second support plate is connected to the second folded edge, and the bottom side of the second support plate is connected to the first mounting flange. The first mounting flange formed by bending the side of the base plate upward can enhance the bending and deformation resistance of the base plate and can be used to connect to the structural surface of the external device. The second folded edge formed by bending the side of the shelf plate downward can enhance the bending and deformation resistance of the shelf plate. Connecting the second support plate between the first mounting flange and the second folded edge can strengthen the connection between the shelf plate and the base plate at this position, making the overall structure more stable.

[0010] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the side of the transverse segment away from the avoidance area bends downward to form an upper connecting flange, and the base plate bends upward to form a lower connecting flange. The upper connecting flange and the lower connecting flange are located on the same plane. The upper connecting flange and the lower connecting flange respectively enhance the bending and deformation resistance of the transverse segment and the base plate, making the structure of the transverse segment and the base plate more stable. Furthermore, the upper connecting flange and the lower connecting flange, located on the same plane, can form a connection point for supporting the installation of external electrical components, facilitating the installation of external electrical components.

[0011] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the support assembly includes a third support plate. The side of the transverse segment away from the longitudinal segment is bent downwards to form a third folded edge. The bottom plate is bent upwards opposite the third folded edge to form a second mounting flange. The top side of the third support plate is connected to the third folded edge, and the bottom side of the third support plate is connected to the second mounting flange. The third support plate is bent opposite the upper connecting flange to form a limiting flange. The third folded edge and the second mounting flange respectively enhance the deformation resistance and bending resistance of the transverse segment and the bottom plate, making the structure of the transverse segment and the bottom plate more stable. Furthermore, the third support plate, connected between the third folded edge and the second mounting flange, can further enhance the structural stability of the layer and the bottom plate. In addition, the limiting flange formed by the bending of the third support plate can limit the electrical components installed between the upper connecting flange and the lower connecting flange, making the structure more stable after the external electrical components are installed.

[0012] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a clearance hole is provided on the transverse section. The clearance hole can be used to allow electrical components connected to the transverse section, such as pipes and wires, to pass through.

[0013] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a through-tube plate is provided on the bottom side of the transverse section, and the through-tube plate is provided with through-tube holes. External pipes, such as hydrogen-mixed water pipes, can pass through the through-tube holes, which facilitates the installation and organization of pipes, and further improves the convenience of installing external electrical components.

[0014] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a connecting piece is provided on the top side of the longitudinal section. The connecting piece can be used to connect and support external electrical components, further improving the convenience of installing external electrical components.

[0015] An ice maker includes a condenser assembly, a water circuit board assembly, a compressor, an ice-making assembly, and the aforementioned middle shell structure. The water circuit board assembly and the condenser assembly are disposed in a first mounting area along a direction close to the longitudinal section. The compressor is disposed in a second mounting area, and the ice-making assembly is disposed in the clearance area.

[0016] The technical solution has at least the following beneficial effects: by installing the condenser assembly, water circuit board assembly, compressor, and ice-making assembly correspondingly within the middle shell structure, the overall structure becomes more compact and can form a stable support inside, making the internal space of the ice maker more standardized and tidy, and improving the internal structural stability of the ice maker. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly explained below. Obviously, the described drawings are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Those skilled in the art can obtain other design schemes and drawings based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the middle shell structure of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the ice maker part of this utility model.

[0020] In the attached diagram: 1-base plate, 11-first reinforcing boss, 12-second reinforcing boss, 13-first mounting flange, 14-lower connecting flange, 15-second mounting flange, 21-transverse section, 211-upper connecting flange, 22-longitudinal section, 221-first folded edge, 222-second folded edge, 23-avoidance hole, 24-through pipe piece, 25-connecting piece, 31-first support plate, 311-first fixing flange, 32-second support plate, 33-third support plate, 331-limiting flange, 4-condenser assembly, 5-water circuit board assembly, 6-compressor, 7-ice making assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The following will clearly and completely describe the concept, specific structure, and technical effects of this utility model in conjunction with embodiments and accompanying drawings, so as to fully understand the purpose, features, and effects of this utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, not all of them. Other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are all within the scope of protection of this utility model. Furthermore, all connection relationships mentioned herein do not simply refer to direct connection of components, but rather to the ability to form a better connection structure by adding or reducing connecting accessories according to specific implementation conditions. The various technical features in this invention can be combined interactively without contradicting each other.

[0022] Reference Figure 1 A shell structure includes: a base plate 1; a shelf located above the base plate 1, a support assembly connecting the shelf to the base plate 1, the shelf including a transverse section 21 and a longitudinal section 22 connected to one side of the transverse section 21, the length direction of the transverse section 21 being perpendicular to the length direction of the longitudinal section 22, a first mounting area being formed between the transverse section 21 and the base plate 1, a second mounting area being formed between the longitudinal section 22 and the base plate 1, and a clearance area being formed above the base plate 1 by the transverse section 21 and the longitudinal section 22.

[0023] Within this shell structure, the base plate 1 is installed inside the ice maker's casing. The shelves are installed above the base plate 1 via a support assembly, creating a space between the shelves and the base plate 1. The shelves include a transverse section 21 and a longitudinal section 22 extending perpendicularly to each other. A clearance area for installing external electrical components is formed at the concave corner between the transverse section 21 and the longitudinal section 22 above the base plate 1. A first mounting area for installing external electrical components is formed between the transverse section 21 and the base plate 1, and a second mounting area for installing external electrical components is formed between the longitudinal section 22 and the base plate 1. The top side of the shelves can also provide support for installing external electrical components. This creates multiple spaces and connecting support structures, allowing for the installation of different electrical components, making the internal space of the ice maker more standardized and tidy, and improving the stability of the internal structure of the ice maker.

[0024] To improve the structural stability of the base plate 1, in this embodiment, a first reinforcing boss 11 and a second reinforcing boss 12 are formed by an upward protrusion on the top side of the base plate 1. The first reinforcing boss 11 is located within the first mounting area and the second mounting area, and the second reinforcing boss 12 is located on the side of the second mounting area away from the first mounting area. The first reinforcing boss 11 and the second reinforcing boss 12 formed by the protrusion of the base plate 1 enhance the bending and deformation resistance of the base plate 1, and can form support points for connecting external electrical components. When the external electrical components are installed in the first mounting area and the second mounting area, they are connected to the first reinforcing boss 11 and the second reinforcing boss 12, making the connection structure more stable.

[0025] The support assembly is used to fix the shelf to the base plate 1. It has various support structure forms. Specifically, the support assembly includes a first support plate 31. The bottom side of the first support plate 31 is bent horizontally to form a first fixing flange 311. The first fixing flange 311 is connected to the first reinforcing boss 11. The side of the longitudinal section 22 is bent downward to form a first folded edge 221. The first support plate 31 is connected to the first folded edge 221. The first folded edge 221 formed on the bottom side of the first support plate 31 can increase the contact area with the base plate 1 and improve the stability of the connection between the first support plate 31 and the base plate 1. The first folded edge 221 with the side of the longitudinal section 22 bent downward can strengthen the bending and deformation resistance of the longitudinal section 22 and increase the contact area with the first support plate 31, thereby firmly installing the shelf above the base plate 1.

[0026] Furthermore, the support assembly includes a second support plate 32. The side of the base plate 1 is bent upward to form a first mounting flange 13, and the side of the longitudinal section 22 is bent downward to form a second flange 222. The top side of the second support plate 32 is connected to the second flange 222, and the bottom side of the second support plate 32 is connected to the first mounting flange 13. The first mounting flange 13 formed by bending the side of the base plate 1 upward can enhance the bending and deformation resistance of the base plate 1 and can be used to connect to the structural surface of the external device. The second flange 222 formed by bending the side of the shelf downward can enhance the bending and deformation resistance of the shelf. Connecting the second support plate between the first mounting flange 13 and the second flange 222 can strengthen the connection between the shelf and the base plate 1 at this position, making the overall structure more stable.

[0027] In this embodiment, the side of the transverse segment 21 away from the clearance area bends downward to form an upper connecting flange 211, and the base plate 1 bends upward to form a lower connecting flange 14. The upper connecting flange 211 and the lower connecting flange 14 are located on the same plane. The upper connecting flange 211 and the lower connecting flange 14 respectively enhance the bending and deformation resistance of the transverse segment 21 and the base plate 1, making the structure of the transverse segment 21 and the base plate 1 more stable. Furthermore, the upper connecting flange 211 and the lower connecting flange 14, located on the same plane, can form a connection point for supporting the installation of peripheral electrical components, facilitating the installation of peripheral electrical components.

[0028] The support assembly can also be used to connect peripheral electrical components. Specifically, the support assembly includes a third support plate 33. The side of the transverse segment 21 away from the longitudinal segment 22 is bent downward to form a third folded edge. The bottom plate 1 is bent upward to form a second mounting flange 15 opposite to the third folded edge. The top side of the third support plate 33 is connected to the third folded edge, and the bottom side of the third support plate 33 is connected to the second mounting flange 15. The third support plate 33 is bent to form a limiting flange 331 opposite to the upper connecting flange 211. The third fold and the second mounting flange 15 respectively enhance the deformation resistance and bending resistance of the transverse section 21 and the base plate 1, making the structure of the transverse section 21 and the base plate 1 more stable. Furthermore, the third support plate 33 is connected between the third fold and the second mounting flange 15, which can further enhance the structural stability of the shelf and the base plate 1. In addition, the limiting flange 331 formed by bending the third support plate 33 can limit the electrical components installed between the upper connecting flange 211 and the lower connecting flange 14, making the structure more stable after the external electrical components are installed.

[0029] In some embodiments, a clearance hole 23 is provided on the transverse segment 21. The clearance hole 23 can be used to allow clearance for electrical components connected to the transverse segment 21, such as pipes and wires.

[0030] In some embodiments, a through-hole is provided on the bottom side of the transverse section 21. External pipes, such as hydrogen-mixed water pipes, can pass through the through-hole, facilitating the installation and organization of pipes and further improving the convenience of installing external electrical components.

[0031] In some embodiments, a connecting piece 25 is provided on the top side of the longitudinal section 22. The connecting piece 25 can provide support for connecting peripheral electrical components, further improving the convenience of installing peripheral electrical components.

[0032] like Figure 2 As shown, an ice maker includes a condenser assembly 4, a water circuit board assembly 5, a compressor 6, an ice-making assembly 7, and the aforementioned middle shell structure. The water circuit board assembly 5 and the condenser assembly 4 are disposed in the first installation area along a direction close to the longitudinal section 22. The compressor 6 is disposed in the second installation area, and the ice-making assembly 7 is disposed in the clearance area.

[0033] In this ice maker, the condenser assembly 4, water circuit board assembly 5, compressor 6, and ice-making assembly 7 are installed in the middle shell structure, making the overall structure more compact and forming a stable support inside. This makes the internal space of the ice maker more standardized and tidy, and improves the stability of the internal structure of the ice maker.

[0034] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described. Those skilled in the art can make various equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. All such equivalent modifications or substitutions are included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A mid-shell structure, characterized in that: include: Base plate (1); A shelf is located above the base plate (1). A support assembly is connected between the shelf and the base plate (1). The shelf includes a transverse section (21) and a longitudinal section (22) connected to one side of the transverse section (21). The length direction of the transverse section (21) is perpendicular to the length direction of the longitudinal section (22). A first installation area is formed between the transverse section (21) and the base plate (1). A second installation area is formed between the longitudinal section (22) and the base plate (1). A clearance area is formed above the base plate (1) by the transverse section (21) and the longitudinal section (22).

2. The middle shell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom plate (1) has a first reinforcing boss (11) and a second reinforcing boss (12) protruding upwards on its top side. The first reinforcing boss (11) is located in the first mounting area and the second mounting area, and the second reinforcing boss (12) is located on the side of the second mounting area away from the first mounting area.

3. A middle shell structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The support assembly includes a first support plate (31), the bottom side of the first support plate (31) is bent in the horizontal direction to form a first fixed flange (311), the first fixed flange (311) is connected to the first reinforcing boss (11), the side of the longitudinal section (22) is bent downward to form a first folded edge (221), and the first support plate (31) is connected to the first folded edge (221).

4. A middle shell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly includes a second support plate (32), the side of the bottom plate (1) is bent upward to form a first mounting flange (13), the side of the longitudinal section (22) is bent downward to form a second flange (222), the top side of the second support plate (32) is connected to the second flange (222), and the bottom side of the second support plate (32) is connected to the first mounting flange (13).

5. A middle shell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transverse segment (21) bends downward on the side away from the avoidance area to form an upper connecting flange (211), and the base plate (1) bends upward to form a lower connecting flange (14). The upper connecting flange (211) and the lower connecting flange (14) are located on the same plane.

6. A middle shell structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The support assembly includes a third support plate (33), the transverse segment (21) is bent downward on the side away from the longitudinal segment (22) to form a third folded edge, the bottom plate (1) is bent upward on the position opposite to the third folded edge to form a second mounting flange (15), the top side of the third support plate (33) is connected to the third folded edge, the bottom side of the third support plate (33) is connected to the second mounting flange (15), and the third support plate (33) is bent on the position opposite to the upper connecting flange (211) to form a limiting flange (331).

7. A middle shell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transverse section (21) is provided with a clearance hole (23).

8. A middle shell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom side of the transverse section (21) is provided with a tube-through plate (24), and the tube-through plate (24) is provided with a tube-through hole.

9. A middle shell structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting piece (25) is provided on the top side of the longitudinal section (22).

10. An ice maker, characterized in that: The device includes a condenser assembly (4), a water circuit board assembly (5), a compressor (6), an ice-making assembly (7), and a shell structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 9. The water circuit board assembly (5) and the condenser assembly (4) are disposed in the first mounting area along a direction close to the longitudinal section (22), the compressor (6) is disposed in the second mounting area, and the ice-making assembly (7) is disposed in the clearance area.

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