Ice discharging mechanism capable of screening ice blocks and ice making device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of ice making devices, in particular to an ice discharging mechanism capable of screening ice blocks and an ice making device. The ice discharging mechanism capable of screening the ice blocks comprises a shell, the shell is provided with a transferring device and an ice discharging device, and the transferring device is provided with an ice block containing cavity allowing the ice blocks to enter, a screening opening communicated with the ice block containing cavity and a container communicated with the screening opening. The ice discharging device is provided with an ice discharging cavity communicating with the ice block containing cavity, and the diameter of the side, close to the ice block containing cavity, of the ice discharging cavity is larger than that of the screening opening. According to the ice discharging mechanism, after the ice blocks enter the ice block containing cavity, the ice blocks meeting the specification can be screened out before the ice blocks enter the ice discharging cavity through the size limitation of the screening opening, the ice blocks on the ice discharging mechanism are more uniform and complete, the tedious process that manual screening is needed due to different sizes of the ice blocks is avoided, and therefore the ice discharging efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice-making device technology, specifically an ice-dispensing mechanism and ice-making device capable of sorting ice blocks. Background Technology

[0002] An ice-making device is a refrigeration machine that cools water through an evaporator using a refrigerant in a refrigeration system to produce ice. It is widely used in homes, restaurants, bars, hospitals, laboratories, and industrial production. Existing ice-making devices can transfer the generated ice blocks to an ice-dispensing mechanism via a transfer device. However, during the process of ice block generation and movement to the transfer device, the ice blocks easily collide and break into smaller pieces. This results in ice blocks of varying sizes being dispensed at the ice-dispensing mechanism, requiring manual sorting. This not only affects efficiency but also the user experience.

[0003] Therefore, the ice-making device needs to be improved to reduce the drawbacks of manually sorting ice cubes during dispensing and to better enhance the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] Regarding the aforementioned technical problem that ice blocks easily collide and break into smaller pieces during the ice generation and transfer process, resulting in ice blocks of varying sizes at the ice dispensing mechanism, requiring manual sorting, which not only affects efficiency but also the user experience, the technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve this problem is:

[0005] An ice-discharging mechanism for screening ice cubes includes a housing. The housing is provided with a transfer device and an ice-discharging device. The transfer device is provided with an ice cube receiving cavity for ice cubes to enter and a screening opening communicating with the ice cube receiving cavity. The ice-discharging device is provided with an ice-discharging cavity communicating with the ice cube receiving cavity. The diameter of the ice-discharging cavity on the side closer to the ice cube receiving cavity is larger than the diameter of the screening opening.

[0006] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the transfer device includes a drive device connected to one end of the housing and a rotating disk connected to the drive device. The rotating disk rotates about a horizontal axis. The ice cube receiving cavity and the screening opening are located on the rotating disk. The ice cube receiving cavity and the screening opening are provided in multiple ways and correspond one-to-one.

[0007] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the rotating disk is provided with a plurality of first connecting plates, and two adjacent first connecting plates enclose each other to form the ice block receiving cavity. The first connecting plates are inclined and are arranged at an angle to the radial direction of the rotating disk.

[0008] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the bottom of the ice cube receiving cavity is L-shaped, the screening opening is located on the side near the inlet of the ice cube receiving cavity, and the minimum diameter of the ice outlet cavity on the side near the ice cube receiving cavity is larger than the minimum diameter of the screening opening.

[0009] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the transfer device further includes a support frame located outside the rotating disk, the support frame having a support frame opening communicating with the screening opening, and a baffle near the inlet of the ice block receiving cavity.

[0010] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the support frame is provided with a support frame guide portion located between the screening opening and the support frame opening, and the support frame guide portion is inclined.

[0011] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the transfer device further includes a guide platform near the inlet of the ice block receiving cavity, the guide platform having a guide surface that gradually slopes downwards, and the bottom of the guide platform being higher than or flush with the bottom of the ice block receiving cavity.

[0012] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, when the ice block receiving cavity is connected to the ice outlet cavity, the first connecting plate is used to guide the ice block, and the angle between the first connecting plate and the horizontal plane is 15-60 degrees.

[0013] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the screening opening is located above the opening of the support frame, and the bottom height of the rotating disk is lower than the bottom height of the ice outlet cavity on the side near the ice block receiving cavity.

[0014] Furthermore, another objective of this invention is to provide an ice-making device, including the ice dispensing mechanism described above.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] The design of this invention allows small ice cubes to enter the screening opening after entering the ice cube receiving cavity, thus enabling the selection of ice cubes that meet the specifications before entering the ice discharging cavity. This results in more uniform and complete ice cubes obtained by the ice discharging mechanism, avoiding the tedious process of manual screening due to varying ice cube sizes and further improving ice discharging efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the ice-making device of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 AA sectional view.

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 2 BB cross-sectional view.

[0020] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the ice-making device of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of an ice-dispensing mechanism that can filter ice blocks according to the present invention.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of an ice dispensing mechanism that can filter ice cubes according to the present invention.

[0023] Figure 7 This is another schematic diagram of an ice dispensing mechanism that can filter ice cubes according to this utility model.

[0024] Figure 8 This is another schematic diagram of an ice dispensing mechanism that can filter ice cubes according to this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 8 An ice-discharging mechanism for screening ice cubes is shown, comprising a housing 1. The housing 1 is provided with a transfer device 2 and an ice-discharging device 3. The transfer device 2 is provided with an ice cube receiving cavity 21 for ice cubes to enter and a screening opening 22 communicating with the ice cube receiving cavity 21. The ice-discharging device 3 is provided with an ice-discharging cavity 31 communicating with the ice cube receiving cavity 21. The diameter of the ice-discharging cavity 31 on the side closer to the ice cube receiving cavity 21 is larger than the diameter of the screening opening 22.

[0027] The design of this invention allows small ice cubes to enter the screening opening after entering the ice cube receiving cavity, thus enabling the selection of ice cubes that meet the specifications before entering the ice discharging cavity. This results in more uniform and complete ice cubes obtained by the ice discharging mechanism, avoiding the tedious process of manual screening due to varying ice cube sizes and further improving ice discharging efficiency.

[0028] Optionally, in some embodiments, a container 23 connected to the screening opening 22 is connected to one side of the transfer device. The container can collect small ice cubes, reduce the amount of ice cubes scattered around the ice dispensing mechanism, and at the same time, it can recycle water resources.

[0029] Preferably, the container is located below the transfer device.

[0030] Specifically, during the movement of ice blocks from the transfer device to the ice dispensing device, because the diameter of the ice dispensing chamber near the ice block holding chamber is larger than the diameter of the screening opening, larger and intact ice blocks can pass smoothly through the screening opening and remain in the ice block holding chamber. Then, as the transfer device enters the ice dispensing chamber, smaller ice blocks formed by collisions and breakage during the previous ice block generation and transfer process will fall into the connected container through the screening opening. This effectively achieves the screening of ice block size, ensuring that the ice blocks output by the ice dispensing device are of relatively uniform size, eliminating the need for tedious manual screening work and greatly improving the consistency of ice block quality.

[0031] Specifically, there are no restrictions on the shape of the ice dispensing device. The opening shape can be regular, such as circular or polygonal, or it can be irregular. The channel of the ice dispensing cavity can allow ice blocks to enter and exit. Therefore, at the entrance of the ice dispensing cavity, that is, the minimum diameter of the ice dispensing cavity on the side near the ice block receiving cavity, it will be larger than the minimum diameter of the screening opening. As a result, small ice blocks will enter the screening opening, while ice blocks of the right size can be transferred to the entrance of the ice dispensing cavity without falling into the screening opening.

[0032] Of course, a single ice cube container can be equipped with one or more screening openings.

[0033] like Figures 4 to 7 The ice dispensing mechanism shown includes a transfer device 2, which is connected to a housing 1 at one end and a rotating disk 5 connected to the driving device 4. The rotating disk 5 rotates around a horizontal axis. The ice receiving cavity 21 and the screening opening 22 are located on the rotating disk 5. The ice receiving cavity 21 and the screening opening 22 are provided in multiple and correspond one-to-one.

[0034] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation thereof, the rotating disk is driven by a drive device to achieve automated transfer of ice blocks. Compared with traditional manual transfer, this greatly improves efficiency and reduces labor costs.

[0035] Specifically, the rotating disk is vertically oriented, with its horizontal axis passing through the center and parallel to the horizontal plane. A drive mechanism rotates the disk around this horizontal axis, reducing unnecessary space occupation and fully utilizing the circular motion of the disk. This results in a relatively compact transfer and screening structure, allowing the ice-holding cavities to systematically receive ice blocks in the ice-making or ice-conveying areas. During rotation, the ice blocks are carried to the screening openings, with multiple ice blocks undergoing transfer and screening simultaneously in each rotation cycle. Multiple ice-holding cavities increase the number of ice blocks transferred, thereby improving the overall ice-making efficiency of the device. Multiple screening openings allow for screening of ice blocks during rotation, preventing wasted time due to missed screenings. This ensures efficient coordination between the screening and transfer processes, enabling the ice-making device to continuously and stably output qualified, screened ice blocks.

[0036] Specifically, the arrangement of multiple ice-containing chambers and screening openings ensures that in each rotation cycle, ice blocks, whether located at the edge or center of the rotating disk, have the opportunity to enter the ice-containing chamber and pass through the screening opening for size sorting. This ensures that each ice block enters its corresponding ice-containing chamber first and passes through the screening opening, effectively separating whole ice blocks from broken ice, improving screening efficiency, and guaranteeing the consistency and quality of the output ice blocks, thereby reducing the need for manual intervention. Furthermore, the movement of ice blocks within their respective chambers reduces the chance of collisions, lowering the risk of ice breakage and thus maintaining the integrity of the ice blocks.

[0037] like Figures 2 to 7 The ice dispensing mechanism shown is capable of sorting ice cubes. The rotating disk 5 is provided with a plurality of first connecting plates 51. Two adjacent first connecting plates 51 enclose each other to form the ice cube receiving cavity 21. The first connecting plates 51 are inclined.

[0038] Specifically, the first connecting plate being inclined means that the first connecting plate and the radial direction of the rotating disk form a certain angle.

[0039] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation, the first connecting plate is inclined and encloses an ice-containing cavity. During the rotation of the rotating disk, the inclined first connecting plate enables the ice to be in a relatively stable position within the ice-containing cavity. When the ice enters the ice-containing cavity from the ice-making area, the inclined surface guides the ice to slide smoothly into the appropriate position, preventing the ice from getting stuck at the entrance of the ice-containing cavity. Simultaneously, during rotation, the inclined design helps prevent multiple ice blocks from piling up together within the ice-containing cavity.

[0040] Specifically, in conventional designs, the first connecting plate extends radially along the rotating disk. If the two first connecting plates are horizontally spaced, ice blocks tend to squeeze and overlap each other within the ice block receiving cavity, causing premature breakage during transfer or affecting the accuracy of screening. However, an inclined design allows the ice blocks to slide within the ice block receiving cavity with a certain guiding tendency. When multiple ice blocks enter the cavity simultaneously, the squeezed ice blocks are guided out of the cavity by the first connecting plate, ensuring that each ice block can pass through the screening opening independently, thus improving screening efficiency and the stability of ice block transfer.

[0041] Additionally, as the ice block rotates with the rotating disc to the ice outlet cavity, the inclined first connecting plate facilitates the smooth sliding of the ice block towards the outlet cavity under the influence of gravity. This makes it easier for the ice block to move from the ice block receiving cavity towards the ice outlet cavity, reducing the possibility of the ice block remaining at the outlet of the ice block receiving cavity.

[0042] In addition, the ice-containing cavity formed by multiple first connecting plates increases the strength and stability of the rotating disk. Since each cavity contains ice blocks of similar size, the uniform force makes the rotating disk more stable during rotation, reducing the risk of ice block breakage due to vibration or shaking.

[0043] like Figures 4 to 7 The ice dispensing mechanism shown has an ice-sifting chamber 21 with an L-shaped bottom and a screening opening 22 located on the side near the entrance of the ice-sifting chamber 21.

[0044] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation thereof, the L-shaped bottom of the ice-holding cavity increases the stability of the ice within the cavity. When the ice is placed inside the cavity, its bottom contacts the two sides of the L-shaped structure, forming a more stable support structure, reducing the risk of shaking and slipping during transfer. The L-shaped bottom of the ice-holding cavity provides sufficient space for the ice to stay and move.

[0045] Optionally, in some embodiments, small ice cubes fall directly into the screening opening after entering the ice cube receiving cavity, reducing collisions with the inner wall of the ice cube receiving cavity.

[0046] Optionally, in some embodiments, after the small ice cubes enter the ice cube receiving cavity, they are supported by the inner wall of the cavity. As the rotating disk rotates, the ice cubes gradually move towards the screening opening under the guidance of the bottom of the L-shaped ice cube receiving cavity. Due to the buffering effect of a certain travel distance, the ice cubes have sufficient time to adjust their posture and be screened according to the size of the screening opening, reducing the collision force and frequency between the ice cubes and the walls of the ice cube receiving cavity.

[0047] Specifically, due to the L-shaped bottom design, the ice cubes are better supported and protected within the ice cube holding cavity, reducing the risk of breakage due to collisions or compression during transfer and sorting. Simultaneously, the design of the sorting opening being located away from the entrance of the ice cube holding cavity prevents ice cubes from getting stuck in the sorting opening when rapidly entering the cavity, and avoids situations where ice cubes located outside the cavity may jam the transfer device.

[0048] Of course, the bottom of the ice cube receiving cavity 21 can be straight, circular, or arc-shaped to accommodate ice cubes of different sizes.

[0049] In addition, compared to the bottom of the straight ice cube receiving cavity, the bottom of the L-shaped ice cube receiving cavity allows for larger ice cubes to be screened. Moreover, the bottom of the L-shaped ice cube receiving cavity is closer to the depth of the ice cube receiving cavity, that is, the axial extension length of the first connecting part. During the screening process, ice cubes that are closer to the correct size can be screened.

[0050] like Figures 4 to 8 The ice dispensing mechanism shown includes a transfer device 2 that can sort ice blocks. The transfer device 2 also includes a support frame 6 located outside the rotating disk 5. The support frame 6 has a support frame opening 61 that communicates with the sorting opening 22 and a baffle 62 near the entrance of the ice block receiving cavity 21.

[0051] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation thereof, the support frame provides additional support for the rotating disk, enhancing the structural stability of the entire transfer device. The support frame can reinforce and stabilize the rotating disk, reducing its shaking amplitude, ensuring that the transfer and screening process of ice blocks between the ice block holding cavity and the screening opening can proceed smoothly. This helps to reduce the risk of ice block breakage caused by vibration or shaking during the ice block transfer process, while also extending the service life of the transfer device.

[0052] Specifically, the connection between the support frame opening and the screening opening provides a smoother transfer path for the ice cubes. Driven by the rotating disc, small ice cubes can more easily pass through the screening opening into the support frame opening and then be conveyed to the container. A baffle near the entrance to the ice cube receiving cavity acts as a buffer. When ice cubes are fed into the ice cube receiving cavity, the baffle reduces the impact force of the ice cubes, minimizing direct collisions between the ice cubes and the cavity, thus reducing the risk of ice cube breakage. At the same time, the baffle also prevents ice cubes from leaving the ice cube receiving cavity without being screened.

[0053] like Figures 4 to 7 The ice dispensing mechanism shown is capable of sorting ice cubes. The support frame 6 is provided with a support frame guide 63 located between the sorting opening 22 and the support frame opening 61. The support frame guide 63 is inclined.

[0054] Optionally, in some embodiments, the support frame guide portion may be disposed on one side of the support frame opening or on both sides of the support frame opening. The support frame guide portion is inclined from top to bottom and towards the support frame opening.

[0055] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation, the inclined support frame guide provides a smoother and more natural transfer path for the ice cubes. Driven by the rotating disc, after the ice cubes pass through the screening opening, their own weight allows them to slide more easily along the inclined surface of the guide, thus smoothly entering the container from the support frame opening. The inclined design of the support frame guide helps reduce jamming of the ice cubes during transfer, avoiding the risk of ice cube breakage or equipment damage due to jamming. When the ice cubes slide down, their movement is restricted by the inclined surface of the support frame guide, which can buffer the impact force of small ice cubes falling into the container and reduce collisions between the ice cubes and the internal structure of the support frame.

[0056] Additionally, when the rotating disc rotates, some ice blocks will get stuck in the screening opening. When the screening opening is misaligned with the support frame opening, the support frame guide can support the ice blocks that extend into the screening opening, so that the ice blocks contact the inclined support frame guide during rotation and slowly slide upward to the bottom of the ice block receiving cavity. When the ice blocks move to the ice outlet cavity, they can slide down under the action of the inclined first connecting plate.

[0057] like Figure 8 The ice dispensing mechanism shown includes an ice sorting device 2, which further includes a guide platform 7 near the entrance of the ice receiving cavity 21. The guide platform 7 has a guide surface 71 that gradually slopes downwards, and the bottom of the guide platform 7 is higher than or flush with the bottom of the ice receiving cavity 21.

[0058] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation thereof, the guide platform and its inclined guide surface provide a smooth and natural transition area for the ice block. When the ice block is fed into the transfer device, the inclined guide surface allows the ice block to slide smoothly into the entrance of the ice block receiving cavity under the action of gravity, reducing the risk of the ice block getting stuck at the entrance due to inaccurate entry or breaking due to impact.

[0059] Specifically, the bottom of the guide platform is higher than or flush with the bottom of the ice-containing cavity. As the ice blocks slide down the guide surface, their entry into the ice-containing cavity is relatively slow, ensuring that the ice blocks are placed stably upon entering the cavity and reducing the risk of ice blocks getting stuck outside the cavity due to height differences. The inclined guide surface helps the ice blocks to disperse naturally during the introduction process, reducing the risk of ice blocks accumulating or getting stuck at the entrance of the cavity and ensuring that the ice blocks can enter the ice-containing cavity smoothly.

[0060] like Figures 2 to 7 The ice dispensing mechanism shown is capable of sorting ice cubes. When the ice cube receiving cavity 21 is connected to the ice dispensing cavity 31, the first connecting plate 51 is used to guide the ice cubes. The angle between the first connecting plate 51 and the horizontal plane is 15-60 degrees.

[0061] Specifically, when the ice-containing cavity is connected to the ice-discharging cavity, the first connecting plate used to support the ice is inclined and can guide the ice.

[0062] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation, the first connecting plate 51 is used to guide the ice blocks at a 15-60 degree angle formed between the first connecting plate and the horizontal plane, reducing the impact force on the ice blocks during transmission and lowering the risk of ice blocks breaking due to collisions. This helps maintain the integrity of the ice blocks and improves the quality of ice output. When the ice blocks enter the ice output cavity from the ice block receiving cavity, they can slide smoothly along the inclined surface of the first connecting plate, which helps the ice blocks fall naturally under the action of gravity, thereby improving the transmission efficiency of the ice blocks. The ice blocks can pass through the guide structure more quickly and enter the ice output cavity, reducing the jamming caused by the ice blocks being too horizontal or the collision caused by the ice blocks falling due to the ice blocks being too steep.

[0063] Specifically, a 15-degree tilt angle allows ice blocks to slide at a relatively gentle speed. For more fragile ice blocks, this slow sliding prevents them from breaking due to excessive speed and avoids accumulation or jamming caused by an unsuitable angle. A larger 60-degree angle allows ice blocks to enter the ice outlet cavity more efficiently when rapid transfer is needed, making it particularly suitable for situations requiring fast ice making and quick ice dispensing. This angle design improves the compatibility of the ice-making device with various ice block shapes; whether round, square, or irregularly shaped, ice blocks can be effectively transferred from the ice block receiving cavity to the ice outlet cavity under the guidance of the first connecting plate.

[0064] like Figures 3 to 8 The ice dispensing mechanism shown has an ice-sifting opening 22 located above the support frame opening 61, and the bottom height of the rotating disk 5 is lower than the bottom height of the ice dispensing cavity 31 on the side near the ice-containing cavity 21.

[0065] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation, the screening opening is located above the support frame opening, so that when small ice blocks pass through the screening opening, they can fall smoothly into the support frame opening in a straight line under the action of gravity. The small ice blocks will not come into contact with other ice block receiving cavities during the falling process, and the small ice blocks will not cause the rotating disk to jam. There is no need to set other parts on the rotating disk for the ice blocks to pass through and move, thereby improving the ice block transmission efficiency and reducing the ice dispensing delay caused by ice block jamming or stagnation.

[0066] Specifically, because the bottom of the rotating disk is lower than the bottom of the ice outlet cavity near the ice block receiving cavity, the ice blocks are transported from bottom to top to the ice outlet cavity. Small ice blocks can pass through the screening opening more easily during rotation. This reduces the risk of ice block accumulation and blockage at the screening opening, ensuring smooth ice block transport. The height difference design between the rotating disk and the ice outlet cavity allows the rotating disk to move the ice blocks upwards against gravity. When the ice block receiving cavity and the ice outlet cavity are connected, the ice blocks can move more naturally along the first connecting plate to the ice outlet cavity under the influence of gravity.

[0067] like Figures 1 to 8 An ice-making device shown is capable of sorting ice blocks, including the ice dispensing mechanism described above.

[0068] Furthermore, as a preferred embodiment of this utility model and not a limitation thereof, when making beverages, ice cubes of significantly different sizes can affect the taste and appearance of the beverage. Traditional ice-making devices require manual sorting of ice cubes, consuming additional manpower and time resources, resulting in low efficiency of the overall ice-making process. The design of this utility model allows ice cubes to be sorted into the correct size before entering the ice-discharging chamber, thanks to the size limitation of the sorting opening. This results in more uniform and complete ice cubes on the discharging mechanism, avoiding the tedious process of manual sorting due to varying sizes, thereby improving ice discharging efficiency.

[0069] This invention reduces the impact and collision of ice blocks during transportation, lowers the risk of ice block breakage, improves the quality of ice blocks, ensures the uniformity and consistency of ice blocks, and ensures that ice blocks are smoothly and efficiently transferred to the ice outlet cavity after ice making. This improves the overall working efficiency of the ice making device and enhances the stability, durability and adaptability of the equipment.

[0070] Example 1

[0071] like Figures 1 to 8 An ice-discharging mechanism for screening ice cubes is shown, comprising a housing 1. The housing 1 is provided with a transfer device 2 and an ice-discharging device 3. The transfer device 2 is provided with an ice cube receiving cavity 21 for ice cubes to enter and a screening opening 22 communicating with the ice cube receiving cavity 21. The ice-discharging device 3 is provided with an ice-discharging cavity 31 communicating with the ice cube receiving cavity 21. The diameter of the ice-discharging cavity 31 on the side closer to the ice cube receiving cavity 21 is larger than the diameter of the screening opening 22.

[0072] The transfer device 2 includes a drive device 4 connected to the housing 1 at one end and a rotating disk 5 connected to the drive device 4. The rotating disk 5 rotates around a horizontal axis. The ice cube receiving cavity 21 and the screening opening 22 are located on the rotating disk 5. The ice cube receiving cavity 21 and the screening opening 22 are provided in multiple and correspond one-to-one.

[0073] The rotating disk 5 is provided with multiple first connecting plates 51. Two adjacent first connecting plates 51 enclose each other to form the ice block receiving cavity 21. The first connecting plates 51 are inclined. The first connecting plates 51 are arranged at an angle to the radial direction of the rotating disk 5. When the ice block receiving cavity 21 is connected to the ice outlet cavity 31, the first connecting plates 51 are used to guide the ice blocks. The angle between the first connecting plates 51 and the horizontal plane is 15-60 degrees.

[0074] The design of this invention allows ice cubes to be screened out to meet specifications before entering the ice dispensing cavity 31, thanks to the size limitation of the screening opening 22 after entering the ice cube receiving cavity 21. This results in more uniform and complete ice cubes on the ice dispensing device 3, avoiding the tedious process of manual screening due to varying sizes of ice cubes, thereby improving ice dispensing efficiency.

[0075] Example 2

[0076] The difference between Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is that the angle between the first connecting plate 51 and the horizontal plane is 60 degrees.

[0077] Example 3

[0078] The difference between Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is that the angle between the first connecting plate 51 and the horizontal plane is 25 degrees.

[0079] Example 4

[0080] The difference between Embodiment 4 and Embodiment 1 is that the angle between the first connecting plate 51 and the horizontal plane is 45 degrees.

[0081] Example 5

[0082] Example 5, based on Example 1, also has the following implementation method:

[0083] The bottom of the ice container 21 is L-shaped, and the screening opening 22 is located on the side near the entrance of the ice container 21.

[0084] Example 6

[0085] Example 6, based on Example 1, also has the following implementation method:

[0086] The transfer device 2 further includes a support frame 6 located outside the rotating disk 5. The support frame 6 has a support frame opening 61 communicating with the screening opening 22, and a baffle 62 near the entrance of the ice cube receiving cavity 21. The support frame 6 has a support frame guide portion 63 located between the screening opening 22 and the support frame opening 61, and the support frame guide portion 63 is inclined. The support frame guide portion 63 is inclined from top to bottom and towards the support frame opening 61.

[0087] The support frame guide 63 can be provided as one or two, arranged opposite to each other.

[0088] Example 7

[0089] Based on Example 1, Example 7 also has the following implementation method: The transfer device 2 further includes a guide platform 7 near the entrance of the ice block receiving cavity 21. The guide platform 7 is provided with a guide surface 71 that gradually slopes downward from top to bottom. The bottom of the guide platform 7 is higher than or flush with the bottom of the ice block receiving cavity 21.

[0090] Example 8

[0091] Based on Example 1, Example 8 also has the following implementation method: the screening opening 22 is located above the support frame opening 61, and the bottom height of the rotating disk 5 is lower than the bottom height of the side of the ice outlet cavity 31 near the ice block receiving cavity 21.

[0092] Example 9

[0093] Example 9, based on Example 1, further includes the following implementation: an ice-making device capable of screening ice cubes, comprising the ice-discharging mechanism as described above. A container 23 communicating with the screening opening 22 is provided on the lower side of the transfer device 2. The minimum diameter of the ice-discharging cavity 31 on the side near the ice cube receiving cavity 21 is larger than the minimum diameter of the screening opening 22. This invention reduces the impact and collision of ice cubes during transport, lowers the risk of ice cube breakage, improves the quality of the ice cubes, ensures the uniformity and consistency of the ice cubes, and ensures that the ice cubes are smoothly and efficiently transferred to the ice-discharging cavity after ice making. This improves the overall working efficiency of the ice-making device and enhances the stability, durability, and adaptability of the equipment.

[0094] The above examples are merely illustrative of the technical content of this utility model to facilitate reader understanding, but do not imply that the implementation of this utility model is limited to these embodiments. Any technical extensions or re-creations made based on this utility model are protected by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the claims.

Claims

1. An ice-dispensing mechanism capable of sorting ice blocks, comprising a housing (1), wherein the housing (1) is provided with a transfer device (2) and an ice-dispensing device (3), characterized in that: The transfer device (2) is provided with an ice block holding cavity (21) for ice blocks to enter and a screening opening (22) communicating with the ice block holding cavity (21). The ice discharging device (3) is provided with an ice discharging cavity (31) communicating with the ice block holding cavity (21). The diameter of the ice discharging cavity (31) on the side closer to the ice block holding cavity (21) is larger than the diameter of the screening opening (22).

2. The ice dispensing mechanism for screening ice blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer device (2) includes a drive device (4) connected to the housing (1) at one end and a rotating disk (5) connected to the drive device (4). The rotating disk (5) rotates around the horizontal axis. The ice cube receiving cavity (21) and the screening opening (22) are located on the rotating disk (5). The ice cube receiving cavity (21) and the screening opening (22) are provided in multiple and correspond one-to-one.

3. The ice dispensing mechanism for screening ice blocks according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotating disk (5) is provided with a plurality of first connecting plates (51), and two adjacent first connecting plates (51) enclose each other to form the ice block receiving cavity (21). The first connecting plates (51) are inclined and are set at an angle to the radial direction of the rotating disk (5).

4. The ice dispensing mechanism for screening ice blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the ice container (21) is L-shaped, the screening opening (22) is located on the side near the entrance of the ice container (21), and the minimum diameter of the ice outlet cavity (31) on the side near the ice container (21) is greater than the minimum diameter of the screening opening (22).

5. An ice dispensing mechanism capable of sorting ice blocks according to claim 3, characterized in that: The transfer device (2) also includes a support frame (6) located outside the rotating disk (5), the support frame (6) having a support frame opening (61) communicating with the screening opening (22) and a baffle (62) near the entrance of the ice block receiving cavity (21).

6. The ice dispensing mechanism for screening ice blocks according to claim 5, characterized in that: The support frame (6) is provided with a support frame guide (63) located between the screening opening (22) and the support frame opening (61), and the support frame guide (63) is inclined.

7. The ice dispensing mechanism for screening ice blocks according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer device (2) also includes a guide platform (7) near the entrance of the ice container (21), the guide platform (7) having a guide surface (71) that gradually slopes downwards, and the bottom of the guide platform (7) being higher than or flush with the bottom of the ice container (21).

8. An ice dispensing mechanism for screening ice blocks according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the ice block receiving cavity (21) is connected to the ice outlet cavity (31), the first connecting plate (51) is used to guide the ice block, and the angle between the first connecting plate (51) and the horizontal plane is 15-60 degrees.

9. An ice dispensing mechanism for screening ice blocks according to claim 5, characterized in that: The screening opening (22) is located above the support frame opening (61), and the bottom height of the rotating disk (5) is lower than the bottom height of the ice outlet cavity (31) on the side close to the ice block receiving cavity (21).

10. An ice-making apparatus, characterized in that: Includes the ice-discharging mechanism as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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