Ice lolly maker

Abstract

The ice-lolly machine comprises a machine shell, a first locking piece and a second locking piece, the machine shell comprises a shell body and a shielding cover, the shell body is provided with an opening and a first connecting structure, the first connecting structure is adjacent to the opening, and the shielding cover is provided with a second connecting structure connected with the first connecting structure. The shielding cover is configured to rotate relative to the shell main body under the cooperation of the first connecting mechanism and the second connecting mechanism so as to shield or expose the opening; the first locking piece is arranged on the shell main body; the second locking piece is arranged on the shielding cover; when the first locking piece and the second locking piece are locked, the shielding cover and the shell body are in a locking state, the shielding cover shields the opening, and when the first locking piece and the second locking piece are unlocked, the shielding cover can rotate relative to the shell body. Thus, a user can lift the shielding cover to one side of the shell main body after unlocking the first locking piece and the second locking piece, the shielding cover does not need to be taken down and placed independently, and the user experience is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of refrigeration, and in particular to an ice pop machine. Background Technology

[0002] An ice pop machine is a common electrical product used to make ice pops. It typically includes a housing, an ice pop container, an evaporator, and a refrigeration system. The housing holds the ice pop container, evaporator, and refrigeration system. The ice pop container holds the ice pop liquid. The evaporator is located around the ice pop container. The refrigeration system supplies a cooling medium to the evaporator, allowing the cooling medium to absorb heat from the ice pop container through the evaporator, thereby freezing the ice pop liquid.

[0003] Currently, popsicle machines on the market typically have covers to prevent the popsicle containers from being directly exposed to the outside environment, thus avoiding contamination of the popsicle liquid by external pollutants. However, when refilling the popsicle liquid or removing the popsicles, the cover must be removed from the main body, requiring the user to find space to place it. This inconvenience is not user-friendly. Utility Model Content

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a convenient popsicle machine.

[0005] The technical problem solved by this utility model embodiment is addressed by the following technical solution:

[0006] An ice pop machine includes a casing, a first locking member, and a second locking member. The casing includes a main body and a cover. The main body has an opening and a first connecting structure, which is adjacent to the opening. The cover has a second connecting structure connected to the first connecting structure. The cover is configured to rotate relative to the main body to cover or expose the opening in cooperation with the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure. The first locking member is located on the main body, and the second locking member is located on the cover. When the first locking member is locked, the cover is locked to the main body, and the cover covers the opening. When the first locking member is unlocked, the cover can rotate relative to the main body.

[0007] In some embodiments, the first connecting structure includes a first mounting base and a second mounting base, the first mounting base and the second mounting base are spaced apart, both the first mounting base and the second mounting base are provided with mounting ports, the second connecting structure includes a rotating shaft, one end of the rotating shaft is inserted into the mounting port of the first mounting base, and the other end of the rotating shaft is inserted into the mounting port of the second mounting base;

[0008] Alternatively, the first connecting structure includes a rotating shaft, and the second connecting structure includes a first mounting seat and a second mounting seat spaced apart. Both the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat are provided with mounting ports. One end of the rotating shaft is inserted into the mounting port of the first mounting seat, and the other end of the rotating shaft is inserted into the mounting port of the second mounting seat.

[0009] In some embodiments, the cover includes a cover body, a first connecting block and a second connecting block, the first connecting block and the second connecting block being connected to both sides of the cover body, the first connecting block having a second connecting structure, the second connecting block and the second locking member being located on the same side of the cover body, and the cover body being used to cover the opening.

[0010] In some embodiments, the shell body has a recessed portion, the first connecting structure and the recessed portion are both located on the same side of the opening, and the first connecting block is disposed in the recessed portion.

[0011] In some embodiments, the housing is provided with a receiving opening; the first locking member includes a locking switch, which is installed in the receiving opening; the second locking member includes a locking tongue, which is connected to the side of the cover facing the opening; when the locking tongue is inserted into the receiving opening and locked to the locking switch, the cover is fixed relative to the housing body.

[0012] In some embodiments, the popsicle machine further includes an elastic element connected to the shell body and the cover, respectively. The elastic element is configured to be in a compressed state when the cover is locked to the shell body and to return to its original shape when the cover is unlocked from the shell body.

[0013] In some embodiments, the first connection structure includes a pivot, the elastic element is a torsion spring, the torsion spring is sleeved on the pivot, and the torsion spring abuts against the shell body and the cover respectively; when the cover is unlocked from the shell body, the torsion spring restores its deformation and abuts against the cover to rotate relative to the shell body to expose the opening.

[0014] In some embodiments, the shell body has a first receiving cavity, which communicates with the opening; the popsicle machine also includes a main body, which includes an evaporation component, a refrigeration system, and a popsicle box assembly. The popsicle box assembly and the refrigeration system are both housed in the first receiving cavity and are both connected to the shell. The evaporation component is connected to the popsicle box assembly, which is exposed through the opening. The refrigeration system supplies a cooling medium to the evaporation component to absorb the heat from the popsicle box assembly.

[0015] In some embodiments, the evaporation assembly includes a support frame, a pipe assembly, and at least one evaporator. The support frame is connected to the housing, at least one evaporator is mounted on the support frame, the pipe assembly is connected to the evaporator, the input end of the pipe assembly is connected to the output end of the refrigeration system, and the output end of the pipe assembly is connected to the input end of the refrigeration system.

[0016] Alternatively, the refrigeration system includes a compressor, a condenser, and a capillary tube, all of which are connected to the housing. The output end of the compressor is connected to the input end of the condenser, the output end of the condenser is connected to one end of the capillary tube, the other end of the capillary tube is connected to the input end of the evaporation assembly, and the output end of the evaporation assembly is connected to the input end of the compressor.

[0017] Alternatively, the housing may further include a mounting bracket connected to the housing body and located at the opening, the mounting bracket having a through-hole, the popsicle box assembly including at least one popsicle box and a support frame, the support frame being mounted on the mounting bracket and abutting against the evaporation assembly through the through-hole, at least one of the popsicle boxes being mounted on the support frame.

[0018] In some embodiments, a power module is also included, which is connected to the cooling system.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model embodiment are as follows: The popsicle machine provided in this application embodiment includes a shell, a first locking member and a second locking member. The shell includes a shell body and a cover. The shell body has an opening and a first connecting structure. The first connecting structure is arranged adjacent to the opening. The cover has a second connecting structure connected to the first connecting structure. The cover is configured to rotate relative to the shell body to cover or expose the opening under the cooperation of the first connecting mechanism and the second connecting structure. The first locking member is located on the shell body. The second locking member is located on the cover. When the first locking member is locked, the cover and the shell body are in a locked state, and the cover covers the opening. When the first locking member is unlocked, the cover can rotate relative to the shell body. In this way, after the user unlocks the first locking member, the cover can be lifted to one side of the shell body by the action of the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure. There is no need to remove the cover from the shell body and then find a space to put it. This makes it convenient for the user to add popsicle liquid through the open opening, improves the user experience, and makes it more convenient to use. Attached Figure Description

[0020] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference numerals in the accompanying drawings. These illustrations do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings are denoted as similar elements. Unless otherwise stated, the figures in the drawings are not to be limited by scale.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an ice pop machine according to one embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Partial sectional view;

[0023] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Exploded view of the structure;

[0024] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A sectional view of the middle section of the structure;

[0025] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 Exploded view of the middle section of the structure;

[0026] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 Exploded view of the middle section of the structure;

[0027] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the middle section structure from another perspective;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the mounting bracket;

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the refrigeration system and the evaporator assembly;

[0030] Figure 10 This is an exploded view of the evaporation assembly;

[0031] Figure 11 This is an exploded view of the popsicle box assembly.

[0032] In the diagram: 10, popsicle machine; 20, machine casing; 30, main body of the machine; 40, circuit board; 50, first seal; 60, display screen; 70, second seal; 80, pressure seat; 90, first locking element; 100, second locking element; 110, elastic element; 120, power module;

[0033] 41. Spring button;

[0034] 21. Shell body; 22. Storage box; 23. Base; 24. Support plate; 25. Support rod; 26. Shell cover; 27. Cover; 28. Mounting bracket;

[0035] 211. Connecting port; 212. Mounting plate; 213. First protrusion; 214. Connecting post; 215. Second protrusion; 217. Limiting frame; 218. Opening; 219. First connecting structure; 2110. Recess; 2111. First clearance opening;

[0036] 2121, air vent; 2131, first groove;

[0037] 201. First receiving cavity; 202. Storage cavity; 203. First connecting hole; 204. Second receiving cavity; 206. Receiving opening;

[0038] 221. Box body; 222. Protrusion;

[0039] 2221. Connecting hole;

[0040] 261. Third protrusion; 2151. Second groove;

[0041] 271. Second connecting structure; 272. Cover; 273. First connecting block; 274. Second connecting block;

[0042] 219a, First mounting base; 219b, Second mounting base; 219c, Mounting port; 271a, Rotating shaft;

[0043] 91. Locking switch; 101. Locking tongue;

[0044] 281. Opening;

[0045] 1101. First torsion section; 1102. Second torsion section; 1103. Elastic section;

[0046] 32. Refrigeration system; 34. Evaporator assembly; 36. Popsicle box assembly; 38. Solenoid valve;

[0047] 321. Compressor; 322. Condenser; 323. Capillary tube; 324. Fan; 325. First dryer filter; 326. Second dryer filter;

[0048] 341. Support frame; 343. Pipe assembly; 342. Evaporator; 344. Conductive plate; 345. Insulation box;

[0049] 3411. Mounting opening; 3412. Positioning shoulder; 3413. First connecting lug; 34121. First positioning hole;

[0050] 3421, Container body; 3422, First flange; 34221, Second positioning hole;

[0051] 3431. Bending pipe;

[0052] 3451. Window; 3452. Side panel; 3453. Second connecting lug;

[0053] 34521, First through hole; 34522, Second through hole;

[0054] 361. Support frame; 362. Popsicle box; 363. Box lid;

[0055] 3611, Insert; 3612, Support; 3613, Vertical side; 3621, Box body; 3622, Second protruding edge; 3631, Lifting block. Detailed Implementation

[0056] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. When an element is described as "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. The terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "vertical," "horizontal," etc., used in this specification indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0057] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0058] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0059] An ice pop machine is an electrical product used to make ice pops. It typically consists of a casing and a main body, with the main body housed within the casing. The casing protects the main body from direct external impact. The main body contains the core functional structures necessary for making ice pops, including components such as the refrigeration system, ice pop containers, and evaporation components, with specific functional structures tailored to individual needs.

[0060] like Figure 1-3As shown, one embodiment of this application provides an ice pop machine 10, which includes a housing 20, a main body 30, and a circuit board 40. The main body 30 and the circuit board 40 are both housed in the housing 20, and the housing 20 has an independent space for installing the circuit board 40, so that the circuit board 40 is independent from the main body 30. This reduces the risk that water vapor in the air will condense into water droplets and fall onto the circuit board 40 when the main body 30 transfers cold energy to the air inside the housing 20 during the ice pop making process, thereby reducing the risk that the electrical components on the circuit board 40 will malfunction due to water droplets.

[0061] Specifically, such as Figure 2 and 3 As shown, the housing 20 includes a main body 21 and a storage box 22. The main body 21 has a first receiving cavity 201, and the storage box 22 is housed in the first receiving cavity 201 and detachably connected to the main body 21. Wherein, as... Figure 5 As shown, the storage box 22 has a storage cavity 202 and a first connecting hole 203, which connects the first receiving cavity 201 and the storage cavity 202. The circuit board 40 is housed in the storage cavity 202, and the connection terminals of the circuit board 40 pass through the first connecting hole 203 and are connected to the power module 120 of the popsicle machine 10. This avoids the circuit board 40 being directly exposed in the first receiving cavity 201, which helps to reduce the risk of water droplets condensed in the air affecting the electrical components on the circuit board 40.

[0062] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the shell body 21 is provided with a communication port 211, and the machine housing 20 also includes a mounting plate 212. The mounting plate 212 is detachably installed on the communication port 211. The mounting plate 212 is provided with a number of air holes 2121, which are used to allow air from the outside of the popsicle machine 10 to enter the first accommodating cavity 201.

[0063] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the housing 20 also includes a base 23, which is detachably connected to the housing body 21. The housing body 30 is mounted on the side of the base 23 facing the housing body 21 to protect the housing body 30. Understandably, the material of the base 23 can be set as needed, such as plastic, metal, or other materials, as long as it can support the housing body 30.

[0064] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3As shown, the housing 20 also includes a support plate 24, which is detachably mounted on the base 23. The main body 30 is mounted on the end face of the mounting plate 212 facing away from the base 23. This design better supports the main body 30 and prevents the main body 30 from directly impacting the base 23 and causing damage. In this embodiment, the support plate 24 is made of metal, and its strength is greater than that of the base 23.

[0065] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the housing 20 also includes a plurality of spaced support rods 25. The plurality of support rods 25 are detachably connected to the support plate 24 and the housing body 21 respectively. The support rods 25 are used to support the housing body 21 to enhance the support strength of the housing body 21 and reduce the risk of deformation of the housing body 21 caused by excessive external force applied to the housing body 21.

[0066] To improve the sealing performance of the connection between the storage box 22 and the shell body 21, and to reduce the impact of water droplets condensed from moisture in the air on the circuit board 40, in some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the popsicle machine 10 also includes a first sealing element 50. The first sealing element 50 is arranged around the circuit board 40 and abuts against the shell body 21 and the storage box 22 respectively. In other words, the shell body 21 and the storage box 22 together clamp the first sealing element 50, so as to seal the connection between the shell body 21 and the storage box 22, which helps to isolate the storage cavity 202 from the first receiving cavity 201. The first sealing element 50 can be a sealing ring, a sealing tape, or other materials, which can be set according to needs.

[0067] Furthermore, the popsicle machine 10 also includes a sealant (not shown). The sealant is disposed in the first connecting hole 203 and is used to fill the first connecting hole 203. That is, the sealant fills the gap between the connection terminal of the circuit board 40 and the inner wall of the first connecting hole 203, so as to isolate the receiving cavity 202 from the first accommodating cavity 201. This further reduces the risk of water droplets formed by the condensation of water vapor in the air in the first accommodating cavity 201 due to the effect of cooling, which may act on the electrical components on the circuit board 40, thereby improving the stability of the popsicle machine 10 in operation.

[0068] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, the shell body 21 has a first protrusion 213 on the side facing the storage box 22. The first protrusion 213 abuts against the four periphery of the storage box 22. The first protrusion 213 has a first groove 2131, which houses the first sealing element 50. This improves the sealing performance at the connection between the shell body 21 and the storage box 22. It should be understood that the depth of the first groove 2131 should be less than or equal to the thickness of the first sealing element 50, so that the first sealing element 50 is held between the first protrusion 213 and the storage box 22. Under the action of the first sealing element 50, the sealing performance at the connection between the first protrusion 213 and the storage box 22 is improved.

[0069] Understandably, the storage box 22 and the shell body 21 can be connected by bolts or other connectors, or by clips, or even by glue. The specific connection can be made according to the needs.

[0070] In some embodiments, the storage box 22 and the shell body 21 are connected by bolts or other connecting components. Specifically, for example... Figure 5 As shown, the storage box 22 includes a box body 221 and multiple protrusions 222. The multiple protrusions 222 are all connected to the box body 221 and are distributed at intervals around the box body 221. Each protrusion 222 is provided with a connection hole 2221. Multiple connecting posts 214 are provided on the side of the shell body 21 facing the storage box 22. The multiple connecting posts 214 are arranged around the box body 221. One connecting post 214 is connected to the connection hole 2221 of one protrusion 222 by bolts or other connecting parts. In this way, the connection between the storage box 22 and the shell body 21 can be realized.

[0071] Define the direction that is perpendicular to both the circuit board 40 and the storage box 22 as the first direction Z, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, along the first direction Z, the shell body 21 has a second accommodating cavity 204 and a second communicating hole (not shown) communicating with the second accommodating cavity 204 on the side opposite to the circuit board 40.

[0072] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the popsicle machine 10 also includes a display screen 60, which is housed in the second accommodating cavity 204. The connection terminals of the display screen 60 pass through the second connecting hole and are connected to the circuit board 40. The display screen 60 is used to display the working status of the main body 30, such as the popsicle making time, the temperature currently adjusted by the main body 30 of the popsicle machine 10, the working mode of the main body 30, etc.

[0073] In some embodiments, such as Figure 6As shown, the housing 20 also includes a cover 26, which is detachably connected to the housing body 21 and covers the second accommodating cavity 204. The cover 26 prevents external forces from directly impacting the display screen 60. At least a portion of the cover 26 is transparent, allowing the user to observe the display screen 60 through it. For example, along the first direction Z, the area of ​​the cover 26 directly above the display screen 60 is made of transparent material; or, the entire cover 26 may be made of transparent material.

[0074] In some embodiments, please refer again Figure 4 The shell body 21 has a second protrusion 215 on the side away from the circuit board 40, and the second protrusion 215 has a second accommodating cavity 204. The shell cover 26 has a third protrusion 261 on the side facing the shell body 21. The second protrusion 215 and the third protrusion 261 abut against each other to close the second accommodating cavity 204. In this way, the cooperation between the shell cover 26 and the shell body 21 can close the second accommodating cavity 204, thereby reducing the risk that the external humid air or water droplets condensed in the air will affect the normal display of the display screen 60, and improving the stability of the popsicle machine 10 during normal operation.

[0075] In other embodiments, a portion of the shell body 21 on the side opposite to the circuit board 40 is recessed to form a recess (not shown). The recess has a second receiving cavity 204. The shell cover 26 on the side facing the shell body 21 has a third protrusion 261. The recess and the third protrusion 261 abut against each other to close the second receiving cavity 204. With the cooperation of the recess and the third protrusion 261, the display screen 60 can also be isolated from the outside world, thereby reducing the risk that the humid air or water droplets condensed in the air will affect the normal display of the display screen 60.

[0076] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the popsicle machine 10 also includes a second sealing element 70. The second protrusion 215 has a second groove 2151, and the second sealing element 70 is disposed in the second groove 2151. The second sealing element 70 is located between the second protrusion 215 and the third protrusion 261. This helps to further improve the sealing performance between the cover 26 and the body 21, and is more conducive to the normal operation of the display screen 60. The second sealing element 70 can be a sealing ring, a sealing tape, or other materials, depending on the specific requirements.

[0077] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, the portion of the shell body 21 facing away from the circuit board 40 protrudes to form a limiting frame 217. The limiting frame 217 is disposed within the second accommodating cavity 204, and the second protrusion 215 is arranged around the limiting frame 217. The display screen 60 is disposed within the display frame, and the limiting frame 217 is used to constrain the movement of the display screen 60. The limiting frame 217 facilitates the positioning of the display screen 60 at the required installation location, thereby improving assembly efficiency. In this embodiment, the second connecting hole is disposed within the limiting frame 217.

[0078] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the popsicle machine 10 also includes a pressure seat 80, which is detachably connected to the side of the housing 21 away from the circuit board 40. The pressure seat 80 presses against the four periphery of the display screen 60, and has an opening that exposes the display screen 60. The pressure seat 80 further constrains the movement of the display screen 60, preventing it from detaching from the housing 21. In this embodiment, to reduce the risk of rigid damage to the display screen 60 caused by the pressure seat 80, a buffer is also provided between the display screen 60 and the pressure seat 80. The pressure seat 80 indirectly presses against the display screen 60 through the buffer. The buffer can be foam, rubber rings, or other materials, depending on actual needs.

[0079] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4-6 As shown, the circuit board 40 is equipped with multiple spring buttons 41, which are spaced apart and located within the second protrusion 215. Specifically, the second protrusion 215 encloses the multiple spring buttons 41, which are then housed within the second receiving cavity 204 to prevent the influence of external humid air on them. All the spring buttons 41 abut against the cover 26. Thus, the user only needs to press the button area located above the multiple spring buttons 41 in the cover 26 to control the main body 30 via the circuit board 40 and adjust the working status of the popsicle machine 10.

[0080] In some embodiments, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the housing 20 also includes a cover 27. The housing body 21 has an opening 218 and a first connecting structure 219. The first connecting structure 219 and the opening 218 are arranged adjacent to each other. The opening 218 communicates with the first receiving cavity 201. The cover 27 has a second connecting structure 271 connected to the first connecting structure 219. The cover 27 is configured to rotate relative to the housing body 21 to cover or expose the opening 218 in cooperation with the first connecting structure 219 and the second connecting structure 271. In this embodiment, along the first direction Z, the opening 218 is located above the housing body 30. The opening 218 is used to expose the popsicle box assembly 36 of the housing body 30, so as to facilitate the addition of popsicle liquid into the popsicle box assembly 36 for popsicle making.

[0081] In some embodiments, please combine Figure 2 and Figure 6 The popsicle machine 10 also includes a first locking member 90 and a second locking member 100. The first locking member 90 is disposed on the shell body 21, and the second locking member 100 is disposed on the cover 27. When the first locking member 90 is locked, the cover 27 and the shell body 21 are in a locked state, and the cover 27 covers the opening 218. When the first locking member 90 is unlocked, the cover 27 can rotate as if the shell body 21 were rotating.

[0082] Thus, with the cooperation of the first connecting structure 219 and the second connecting structure 271, there is no need to remove the cover 27 from the shell body 21 and find a place to store it. After the first locking member 90 is unlocked, the user can flip the cover 27 to one side relative to the shell body 21. There is no need to find a place for the shell body 21, and the popsicle liquid can be added directly through the open opening 218. This makes the operation more convenient for the user and easier to use.

[0083] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7 As shown, the cover 27 includes a cover body 272, a first connecting block 273, and a second connecting block 274. The first connecting block 273 and the second connecting block 274 are respectively connected to both sides of the cover body 272. The first connecting block 273 is provided with a second connecting structure 271. The second connecting block 274 and the second locking member 100 are both located on the same side of the cover body 272. The cover body 272 is used to cover the opening 218. The second connecting block 274 is provided so that the user can lift the cover 27 through the second connecting block 274 after unlocking the first locking member 90 and the second locking member 100, thereby improving the user experience.

[0084] In some embodiments, such as Figure 6 As shown, the shell body 21 is provided with a recessed portion 2110. The first connecting structure 219 and the recessed portion 2110 are both located on the same side of the open opening 218. The first connecting block 273 is provided in the recessed portion 2110. Providing the recessed portion 2110 is beneficial for positioning the connection position between the cover 27 and the shell body 21, and is beneficial for improving the assembly efficiency between the cover 27 and the shell body 21.

[0085] Understandably, the first connecting structure 219 and the second connecting structure 271 can have various configurations, which can be set according to needs, as long as the shielding cover 27 can rotate relative to the shell body 21. For example, as Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the first connecting structure 219 includes a first mounting base 219a and a second mounting base 219b, which are spaced apart. Both the first mounting base 219a and the second mounting base 219b are provided with mounting openings 219c. The second connecting structure 271 includes a rotating shaft 271a, one end of which is inserted into the mounting opening 219c of the first mounting base 219a, and the other end of which is inserted into the mounting opening 219c of the second mounting base 219b. This allows the cover 27 to rotate relative to the shell body 21. For example, the first connecting structure 219 includes a rotating shaft 271a, and the second connecting structure 271 includes a first mounting base 219a and a second mounting base 219b spaced apart. Both the first mounting base 219a and the second mounting base 219b have mounting openings 219c. One end of the rotating shaft 271a is inserted into the mounting opening 219c of the first mounting base 219a, and the other end of the rotating shaft 271a is inserted into the mounting opening 219c of the second mounting base 219b. In this embodiment, as... Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the first connecting structure 219 includes a first mounting base 219a and a second mounting base 219b spaced apart, and both the first mounting base 219a and the second mounting base 219b are provided with mounting ports 219c. The second connecting structure 271 includes a rotating shaft 271a, and the two ends of the rotating shaft 271a are respectively inserted into the mounting ports 219c of the first mounting base 219a and the second mounting base 219b.

[0086] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the housing 20 is provided with a receiving opening 206. The first locking member 90 includes a locking switch 91, which is installed in the receiving opening 206. The second locking member 100 includes a locking tongue 101, which is connected to the side of the cover 27 facing the opening 218. When the locking tongue 101 is inserted into the receiving opening 206 and locked to the locking switch 91, the cover 27 is fixed relative to the housing body 21, preventing the cover 27 from flipping arbitrarily relative to the housing body 21.

[0087] In use, when the cover 27 is rotated relative to the housing body 21 to the position of covering the opening, pressure is applied to the area of ​​the cover 27 where the latch 101 is provided. The latch 101 will lock with the locking switch 91. At this time, the cover 27 and the housing body 21 are relatively fixed, that is, the cover 27 and the housing body 21 are in a locked state. When pressure is applied again to the area of ​​the cover 27 where the latch 101 is provided, the locking switch 91 will unlock with the latch 101, and the cover 27 can rotate relative to the housing body 21 so that the user can lift the cover 27 to expose the opening 218.

[0088] It is understood that the receiving opening 206 can be located on the housing body 21 or on other parts of the housing 20, depending on the specific needs. In this embodiment, the receiving opening 206 is located on other parts of the housing 20, specifically, as shown in... Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 8 As shown, the housing 20 also includes a mounting bracket 28, which is installed at the opening 218 of the housing body 21. The mounting bracket 28 has a receiving opening 206 and a through opening 281. The housing body 21 has a first clearance opening 2111, which communicates with the receiving opening 206. A first locking member 90 is installed in the receiving opening 206.

[0089] In some embodiments, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the popsicle machine 10 also includes an elastic element 110, which is connected to both the shell body 21 and the cover 27. The elastic element 110 is configured to be in a compressed state when the cover 27 is locked to the shell body 21, and to return to its original shape when the cover 27 is unlocked from the shell body 21. Thus, under the action of the elastic element 110, it is advantageous for the user to easily lift the cover 27 after unlocking the first locking member 90 and the second locking member 100, without requiring the user to manually lift the cover 27, thereby improving the user experience.

[0090] The elastic element 110 can be a spring, a torsion spring, or any other type, depending on the specific requirements, as long as it can spring up the cover 27. In this embodiment, the elastic element 110 is a torsion spring, which is sleeved on the rotating shaft 271a. The torsion spring abuts against the shell body 21 and the cover 27 respectively. When the cover 27 is unlocked from the shell body 21, the torsion spring restores its deformation and pushes the cover 27 to rotate relative to the shell body 21 to expose the opening 218.

[0091] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7As shown, the torsion spring includes a first torsion part 1101, a second torsion part 1102, and an elastic part 1103. The first torsion part 1101 is sleeved on one end of the rotating shaft 271a, and the second torsion part 1102 is sleeved on the other end of the rotating shaft 271a. One end of the first torsion part 1101 and the second torsion part 1102 are respectively connected to the two ends of the elastic part 1103. The other end of the first torsion part 1101 abuts against the shell body 21, and the other end of the second torsion part 1102 abuts against the shell body 21. The elastic part 1103 abuts against the side of the cover 27 facing the opening 218. When in use, when the cover 27 is locked to the shell body 21, the first twisting part 1101, the second twisting part 1102, and the elastic part 1103 are all in a twisted state. When the cover 27 is unlocked from the shell body 21, the first twisting part 1101, the second twisting part 1102, and the elastic part 1103 all return to their original deformation, and the elastic part 1103 pops up the cover 27, which makes it convenient for the user to operate the popsicle machine 10.

[0092] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the main body 30 includes a refrigeration system 32, an evaporation assembly 34, and an ice pop box assembly 36. The refrigeration system 32 is connected to the evaporation assembly 34, and the evaporation assembly 34 is connected to the ice pop box assembly 36. The ice pop box assembly 36 is used to hold ice pop liquid. The refrigeration system 32 is used to supply a cooling medium to the evaporation assembly 34 to absorb the heat of the ice pop box assembly 36, so that the ice pop liquid held in the ice pop box assembly 36 is frozen into ice pops.

[0093] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 9 As shown, the refrigeration system 32 includes a compressor 321, a condenser 322, and a capillary tube 323. The compressor 321, condenser 322, and capillary tube 323 are all connected to the support plate 24. The output end of the compressor 321 is connected to the input end of the condenser 322. The output end of the condenser 322 is connected to one end of the capillary tube 323. The other end of the capillary tube 323 is connected to the input end of the evaporation assembly 34. The output end of the evaporation assembly 34 is connected to the input end of the compressor 321.

[0094] like Figure 9 As shown, Figure 9A schematic diagram of the connection between the refrigeration system 32 and the evaporator assembly 34 is shown. When the refrigeration switch is turned on, the compressor 321 starts working. The cooling medium passes through the condenser 322 and then through the capillary tube 323, entering from the input end of the evaporator assembly 34. It is then transported along the conveying path of the evaporator assembly 34 and exited from the output end of the evaporator assembly 34, returning to the compressor 321, thus completing one refrigeration cycle. With the heat exchange between the cooling medium transported along the conveying path of the evaporator assembly 34 and the popsicle box assembly 36, the heat of the popsicle box assembly 36 is gradually absorbed to achieve the purpose of freezing, so as to freeze the popsicle liquid contained in the popsicle box assembly 36, thereby making popsicles.

[0095] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the refrigeration system 32 also includes a fan 324, which is mounted on the support plate 24 and adjacent to the condenser 322. The air outlet of the fan 324 faces the condenser 322, and the fan 324 is used to blow air onto the condenser 322 to accelerate the dissipation of heat from the condenser 322. In this embodiment, the fan 324 is located on one side of the mounting plate 212 so that external air enters the first accommodating cavity 201 through the air hole 2121 and is then blown onto the condenser 322 by the fan 324.

[0096] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the refrigeration system 32 also includes a first dryer filter 325, which is connected between the capillary tube 323 and the condenser 322. The first dryer filter 325 is used to filter out the moisture mixed in with the cooling medium output from the condenser 322 to ensure that the cooling medium is delivered to the capillary tube 323.

[0097] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the refrigeration system 32 also includes a second dryer filter 326, which is connected between the input end of the compressor 321 and the output end of the evaporation assembly 34. The second dryer filter 326 is used to dry the cooling medium output from the evaporation assembly 34 so that the dried cooling medium can be delivered to the compressor 321.

[0098] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 10As shown, the evaporator assembly 34 includes a support frame 341, a pipe assembly 343, and at least one evaporator 342. The support frame 341 is connected to the housing 20. At least one evaporator 342 is mounted on the support frame 341. The pipe assembly 343 is connected to the evaporator 342. The input end of the pipe assembly 343 is connected to the output end of the refrigeration system 32, and the output end of the pipe assembly 343 is connected to the input end of the refrigeration system 32. In this embodiment, the support frame 341 is provided with three mounting openings 3411. There are three evaporators 342, with one evaporator 342 mounted in one mounting opening 3411, so that the support frame 341 can support three evaporators 342 simultaneously. It should be noted that the number of evaporators 342 is not limited to the three mentioned in this embodiment; the number can be arbitrary and can be designed according to user needs.

[0099] It should be understood that the number of installation openings 3411 varies with the number of evaporators 342. If there are two evaporators 342, then there are two installation openings 3411; if there are four evaporators 342, then there are four installation openings 3411.

[0100] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10 As shown, the support frame 341 is provided with at least one positioning shoulder 3412 and at least one first connecting lug 3413. One positioning shoulder 3412 is arranged around a mounting opening 3411, and each positioning shoulder 3412 is provided with a first positioning hole 34121 around its periphery. The first positioning hole 34121 is used to connect with the evaporator 342.

[0101] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10 As shown, the evaporator 342 includes a container body 3421 and a first protruding edge 3422 connected to it. The first protruding edge 3422 is located at the open end of the container body 3421 and is arranged around the container body 3421. The first protruding edge 3422 is mounted on a positioning shoulder 3412. Under the constraint of the positioning shoulder 3412, the container body 3421 and the support frame 341 are relatively fixed. In this embodiment, a second positioning hole 34221 is provided around the periphery of the first protruding edge 3422. The second positioning hole 34221 is used for positioning and connecting with the first positioning hole 34121, thereby realizing the relative fixation of the evaporator 342 and the support frame 341.

[0102] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10As shown, the pipe assembly 343 includes at least two sets of curved pipes 3431 and at least one series pipe (not shown). Each pair of curved pipes 3431 is connected in series via a series pipe, allowing the cooling medium to flow along the first set of curved pipes 3431, then through the series pipe, and finally to the second set of curved pipes 3431. In this embodiment, the two sets of curved pipes 3431 are respectively located on opposite sides of an evaporator 342, which facilitates faster absorption of heat from the evaporator 342 by the cooling medium. In this embodiment, there are three evaporators 342, each with curved pipes 3431 on opposite sides. Adjacent sets of curved pipes 3431 are connected via series pipes, enabling the cooling medium to flow along a predetermined path from the curved pipe 3431 on one side of the first evaporator 342 and exit from the curved pipe 3431 on the side of the last evaporator 342, ultimately flowing to the input end of the refrigeration system 32.

[0103] It should be noted that the input end of the evaporator assembly 34 refers to the end of the multiple sets of curved pipes 3431 connected in series, which is connected to the output end of the refrigeration system 32. The output end of the evaporator assembly 34 refers to the end of the multiple sets of curved pipes 3431 connected in series, which is connected to the input end of the refrigeration system 32. The transport path of the evaporator assembly 34 refers to the path constructed from the input end of the multiple sets of curved pipes 3431 connected in series along the pipe to the output end of the multiple sets of curved pipes 3431 connected in series.

[0104] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10 As shown, the evaporation assembly 34 also includes at least two conductive plates 344, with each pair of conductive plates 344 positioned on opposite sides of an evaporator 342. A bent tube 3431 is located on the end face of the conductive plate 344 facing away from the evaporator 342. This arrangement increases the contact area between the conductive plates 344 and the evaporator 342, thereby improving heat exchange efficiency. In this embodiment, the bent tube 3431 is connected to the conductive plate 344 by heat fusion, and the conductive plate 344 is connected to the evaporator 342 by adhesive bonding.

[0105] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10As shown, the evaporation assembly 34 also includes an insulation box 345, which is connected to the support plate 24 and the support frame 341 is connected to the insulation box 345. The evaporator 342 and the tube assembly 343 are both housed in the insulation box 345. The insulation box 345 is used to keep the evaporator 342 and the tube assembly 343 warm so as to prevent the high outside temperature from affecting the evaporator 342's absorption of heat from the popsicle box assembly 36. In this embodiment, the insulation box 345 is provided with a window 3451 and a detachably connected side plate 3452. The side plate 3452 is used to cover the window 3451. The side plate 3452 is provided with a first through hole 34521 and a second through hole 34522. The first through hole 34521 is used to allow the output end of the refrigeration system 32 to be connected to the input end of the pipe assembly 343 through a pipe. The second through hole 34522 is used to allow the output end of the pipe assembly 343 to be connected to the input end of the refrigeration system 32 through another pipe. This helps to ensure that the refrigeration system 32 stably delivers cooling medium to the evaporation assembly 34.

[0106] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10 As shown, multiple second connecting lugs 3453 are provided on all four sides of the insulated box 345. One second connecting lug 3453 is connected to one first connecting lug 3413 to achieve relative fixation between the support frame 341 and the insulated box 345.

[0107] In some embodiments, the insulated box 345 is filled with insulating material (not shown), which wraps around the evaporator 342 and the pipe assembly 343. This helps to further reduce the impact of external temperature on the evaporator 342 and the pipe assembly 343, ensuring the cooling medium effectively absorbs heat from the popsicle box assembly 36 through the evaporator 342, thereby improving the efficiency of popsicle production. The insulating material can be a foaming agent or other materials, depending on the specific requirements.

[0108] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the popsicle box assembly 36 includes a support frame 361 and at least one popsicle box 362. The support frame 361 is mounted on the mounting frame 28 and has at least one insertion port 3611. Each insertion port 3611 communicates with a through port 281. One popsicle box 362 is inserted into an evaporator 342 through one insertion port 3611. In this embodiment, the support frame 361 has three spaced-apart insertion ports 3611, and there are three popsicle boxes 362. One popsicle box 362 is inserted into one insertion port 3611 and extends into the container body 3421. In this way, the heat of the popsicle box 362 can be transferred through the container body 3421, thereby achieving the purpose of refrigeration. In use, the popsicle box 362 is filled with popsicle liquid. Under the action of the cooling medium supplied by the refrigeration system 32 to the evaporation assembly 34, the popsicle liquid in the popsicle box 362 will freeze into popsicles.

[0109] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the popsicle box 362 includes a connected box body 3621 and a second protruding edge 3622. The second protruding edge 3622 is located at the open end of the box body 3621 and surrounds the box body 3621. The second protruding edge 3622 abuts against the edge of the insertion port 3611, allowing the box body 3621 to be supported by the support frame 361. In this embodiment, the box body 3621 is used to contain popsicle liquid to be frozen. The popsicle liquid can be, but is not limited to, milk, sugar water, or other liquids used to make popsicles, and can be selected according to the user's needs.

[0110] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the support frame 361 includes a support portion 3612 and a vertical side portion 3613. The vertical side portion 3613 is connected to the support portion 3612 and is arranged around the support portion 3612. The support portion 3612 is provided with multiple insertion ports 3611. The vertical side portion 3613 is arranged perpendicularly to the surface of the support portion 3612 to block the four sides of the support portion 3612, preventing the popsicle liquid overflowing from the popsicle box 362 from flowing out from the edge of the support portion 3612 and into the shell body 21. This facilitates the user's cleaning of the popsicle machine 10 and helps improve the user's sample handling efficiency.

[0111] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the popsicle box assembly 36 also includes a lid 363, which is disposed on the support frame 361 and covers multiple ports 3611 to prevent the popsicle liquid from being contaminated by the box body 3621 when the cover 27 is lifted. In this embodiment, the support portion 3612 of the support frame 361 is provided with a recessed groove, and at least one port 3611 is disposed in the recessed groove. The lid 363 closes to the recessed groove to cover at least one port 3611.

[0112] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the lid 363 is provided with a lifting block 3631, which protrudes from the surface of the lid 363. The lifting block 3631 is used by the user to lift the lid 363 to remove it from the recessed groove, so that the user can take out the popsicle or add popsicle liquid into the box 3621. In this embodiment, there are two lifting blocks 3631, which are arranged at intervals.

[0113] In some embodiments, please combine again Figure 2 and Figure 9The main body 30 also includes a solenoid valve 38. One end of the solenoid valve 38 is connected to the output end of the compressor 321, and the other end of the solenoid valve 38 is connected to the input end of the pipe assembly 343. The solenoid valve 38 can directly supply cooling medium to the input end of the pipe assembly 343 according to user needs. At this time, the temperature of the cooling medium directly supplied from the compressor 321 is higher than the temperature of the popsicle after molding. The high temperature cooling medium can be used to slightly heat the popsicle, so that the part of the popsicle in contact with the box 3621 is slightly melted, which makes it easier for the popsicle to be demolded from the box 3621, which is beneficial to improving the user experience.

[0114] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the popsicle machine 10 also includes a power module 120, which is connected to the refrigeration system 32 and the circuit board 40. The power module 120 is used to provide different voltages to the refrigeration system 32 so that each component of the refrigeration system 32 is at the normal operating voltage.

[0115] In use, the user can first unlock the cover 27 from the shell body 21, and then lift the cover 27 relative to the shell body 21 to expose the opening 218. Then, remove the lid 363 from the support frame 361 and add popsicle liquid into the box 3621. After filling with popsicle liquid, close the lid 363 again, and then turn on the cooling switch of the cooling system 32 to supply cooling medium to the evaporation component 34 to freeze the popsicle liquid. After the predetermined cooling time is reached, stop the cooling and lift the support frame 361 along with multiple popsicle boxes 362 from the mounting frame 28. Finally, remove the formed popsicles from the box 3621 individually.

[0116] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the description and drawings of this utility model, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An ice pop machine, characterized in that, include: A housing includes a housing body and a cover. The housing body has an opening and a first connecting structure. The first connecting structure is disposed adjacent to the opening. The cover has a second connecting structure connected to the first connecting structure. The cover is configured to rotate relative to the housing body to cover or expose the opening when the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure cooperate. A first locking element is provided on the shell body; A second locking element is provided on the cover; When the first locking member is locked to the first locking member, the cover and the shell body are in a locked state, the cover covers the opening, and when the first locking member is unlocked, the cover can rotate as if the shell body were locked.

2. The popsicle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connecting structure includes a first mounting base and a second mounting base, which are spaced apart. Both the first mounting base and the second mounting base are provided with mounting ports. The second connecting structure includes a rotating shaft, one end of which is inserted into the mounting port of the first mounting base, and the other end of which is inserted into the mounting port of the second mounting base. Alternatively, the first connecting structure includes a rotating shaft, and the second connecting structure includes a first mounting seat and a second mounting seat spaced apart. Both the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat are provided with mounting ports. One end of the rotating shaft is inserted into the mounting port of the first mounting seat, and the other end of the rotating shaft is inserted into the mounting port of the second mounting seat.

3. The popsicle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover includes a cover body, a first connecting block and a second connecting block. The first connecting block and the second connecting block are respectively connected to both sides of the cover body. The first connecting block is provided with the second connecting structure. The second connecting block and the second locking member are both located on the same side of the cover body. The cover body is used to cover the opening.

4. The popsicle machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The shell body has a recessed portion, and the first connecting structure and the recessed portion are both located on the same side of the opening, with the first connecting block located in the recessed portion.

5. The popsicle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a receiving opening; The first locking member includes a locking switch, which is installed in the receiving port. The second locking member includes a locking tongue, which is connected to the side of the cover facing the open port. When the locking tongue is inserted into the receiving port and locked to the locking switch, the cover is fixed relative to the shell body.

6. The popsicle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an elastic element, which is connected to the shell body and the cover respectively. The elastic element is configured to be in a compressed state when the cover is locked to the shell body, and to return to its original shape when the cover is unlocked from the shell body.

7. The popsicle machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first connecting structure includes a rotating shaft, the elastic element is a torsion spring, the torsion spring is sleeved on the rotating shaft, and the torsion spring abuts against the shell body and the cover respectively; When the cover is unlocked from the shell body, the torsion spring returns to its original deformation and pushes the cover to rotate relative to the shell body to expose the opening.

8. The popsicle machine according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The shell body is provided with a first receiving cavity, which is in communication with the opening; The popsicle machine also includes a main body, which includes an evaporation component, a refrigeration system, and a popsicle box assembly. The popsicle box assembly and the refrigeration system are both housed in the first accommodating cavity and are both connected to the housing. The evaporation component is connected to the popsicle box assembly, which is exposed through the opening. The refrigeration system is used to supply a cooling medium to the evaporation component to absorb the heat from the popsicle box assembly.

9. The popsicle machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, The evaporation assembly includes a support frame, a pipe assembly, and at least one evaporator. The support frame is connected to the housing, at least one evaporator is mounted on the support frame, the pipe assembly is connected to the evaporator, the input end of the pipe assembly is connected to the output end of the refrigeration system, and the output end of the pipe assembly is connected to the input end of the refrigeration system. Alternatively, the refrigeration system includes a compressor, a condenser, and a capillary tube, all of which are connected to the housing. The output end of the compressor is connected to the input end of the condenser, the output end of the condenser is connected to one end of the capillary tube, the other end of the capillary tube is connected to the input end of the evaporation assembly, and the output end of the evaporation assembly is connected to the input end of the compressor. Alternatively, the housing may further include a mounting bracket connected to the housing body and located at the opening, the mounting bracket having a through-hole, the popsicle box assembly including at least one popsicle box and a support frame, the support frame being mounted on the mounting bracket and abutting against the evaporation assembly through the through-hole, at least one of the popsicle boxes being mounted on the support frame.

10. The popsicle machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes a power module, which is connected to the refrigeration system.

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