Condenser cylinder and beverage maker with same

The innovative design of the condenser and mounting cylinder solves the problem of difficult evaporator tube installation, enabling convenient installation and efficient production of the condenser tube.

CN223925168UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-17NINGBO LICHU INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520516961.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-21
Publication Date
2026-02-17
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-21

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Technical Problem

The installation of evaporator tubes in existing frozen beverage manufacturing machines is difficult, resulting in low production efficiency.

Method used

The system employs a structure that combines a condenser cylinder and an installation cylinder. The inner wall of the condenser cylinder is provided with an installation protrusion and an installation channel. The condenser tube is inserted into the channel and connected by a connector, simplifying the installation process.

Benefits of technology

It improves the ease of installation and production efficiency of condenser tubes, and enhances the stability and temperature control accuracy of condenser cylinders.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a condenser cylinder and a beverage making machine with the condenser cylinder. The condenser cylinder comprises an installation cylinder, a condensation cylinder arranged on the periphery of the installation cylinder in a sleeved mode and a refrigeration cylinder arranged on the periphery of the condensation cylinder in a sleeved mode, and the condensation cylinder abuts against the inner wall of the refrigeration cylinder. A condensing tube is arranged on the condensing tube, a plurality of mounting convex parts are arranged on the inner wall of the condensing tube at intervals, mounting channels are formed in the mounting convex parts, and the condensing tube is inserted into the mounting channels.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage machine technology, specifically to a condenser cylinder and a beverage making machine having therein. Background Technology

[0002] The frozen beverage maker is a professional, highly efficient device for making frozen drinks. Through rapid cooling and mixing technology, it transforms liquid ingredients into a variety of beverages such as smoothies, milkshakes, and frozen yogurt. Its core utilizes a compressor or semiconductor refrigeration system, which can cool the ingredients to freezing point within minutes. Combined with a stirring device, it achieves a smooth, ice-free texture. This equipment also boasts advantages such as standardized temperature control, energy saving, and time efficiency. It not only improves beverage quality and production efficiency but also reduces raw material costs by using concentrated liquids or premixed powders, making it an ideal choice for modern catering and home frozen beverage production.

[0003] Existing frozen beverage manufacturing machines generally use a barrel-type evaporator structure for refrigeration. For example, the barrel-type evaporator structure disclosed in publication number "CN221944532U" includes an evaporation barrel that is closed at one end and open at the other end. An evaporation tube body is provided inside the evaporation barrel. The evaporation tube section of the evaporation tube body is arranged in an S-shape along the axial direction of the evaporation barrel and forms a cylindrical structure. The refrigerant inlet and outlet pipe sections at the beginning and end of the evaporation tube body extend out of the outer side of the evaporation barrel through open ports. The evaporation tube body of this structure forms a cylindrical structure that is close to or near the inner circumference of the evaporation barrel.

[0004] However, in the existing technology, the evaporator tube needs to be welded to the cylinder or fixed with connecting plates during installation, which makes installation difficult and significantly reduces production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the technical problems existing in the background art, this utility model proposes a condenser cylinder and a beverage making machine having the same.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows:

[0007] A condenser cylinder includes an installation cylinder, a condensing cylinder sleeved around the outer periphery of the installation cylinder, and a refrigeration cylinder sleeved around the outer periphery of the condensing cylinder, wherein the condensing cylinder abuts against the inner wall of the refrigeration cylinder.

[0008] The condenser cylinder is provided with a condenser tube, and a number of mounting protrusions are arranged at intervals on the inner wall of the condenser cylinder. The mounting protrusions form a mounting channel, and the condenser tube is inserted into the mounting channel.

[0009] Preferably, the end of the mounting cylinder is provided with a mounting panel, the mounting panel is provided with mounting holes, and the input and output ends of the condenser tube are inserted into the mounting holes. Through the above improvement, the condenser tube and the mounting cylinder are connected by connecting the mounting holes with the input and output ends of the condenser tube.

[0010] Preferably, the mounting cylinder has a positioning groove, and the mounting protrusion is arranged opposite to the positioning groove. Through the above improvements, the positioning groove and the mounting protrusion cooperate to improve the convenience of aligning the mounting hole with the condenser tube, and also improve the stability of the condenser cylinder installation.

[0011] Preferably, a temperature sensing unit is inserted into the end of the mounting cylinder. Through the above improvements, the temperature of the condenser cylinder can be accurately sensed using the temperature sensing unit, thereby achieving precise temperature control.

[0012] Preferably, a stirrer is fitted around the outer periphery of the refrigeration cylinder, and a drive motor is provided on the mounting panel to drive the stirrer to rotate. The stirrer has a plurality of spirally arranged stirring blades. The output end of the drive motor is connected to a drive shaft, which passes through the mounting cylinder and partially extends out of the mounting cylinder and is connected to the stirrer. With the above improvements, the stirrer is driven to rotate by the drive motor, and the stirrer can slide relative to the surface of the refrigeration cylinder, thereby scraping off the material on the surface of the refrigeration cylinder.

[0013] Preferably, the condenser includes a refrigerant pipe inserted into the installation channel and a connecting joint for connecting the refrigerant pipe, the connecting joint being U-shaped. Through these improvements, the entire installation process involves first inserting the refrigerant pipe into the installation channel and then connecting it using the connecting joint, significantly improving the convenience of condenser pipe installation.

[0014] Preferably, the mounting panel has connection holes, the refrigeration cylinder is locked to the mounting panel through the connection holes, and a shock-absorbing pad is provided between the mounting panel and the refrigeration cylinder. Through the above improvements, the shock-absorbing pad is provided between the mounting panel and the refrigeration cylinder, reducing the impact of the drive motor on the refrigeration cylinder during operation.

[0015] Preferably, the shock-absorbing pad has a shock-absorbing protrusion, which is inserted into the mounting hole, and the condenser tube is inserted into the shock-absorbing protrusion. Through the above improvement, the stability of the condenser tube installation is further improved by using the shock-absorbing protrusion and the condenser tube to cooperate.

[0016] Preferably, the drive motor is equipped with a Hall effect sensor. With the above improvements, the Hall effect sensor is located between the motor rotor and the gearbox assembly to detect abnormal speed of the motor rotor, such as stall or idling, so as to ensure the normal operation of the drive motor.

[0017] A beverage making machine includes a beverage machine body, a condenser cylinder disposed on the beverage machine body, and a cooling water tank assembly and a PTC semiconductor module disposed inside the beverage machine body. The input end of the PTC semiconductor module is connected to the output end of the cooling water tank assembly, the output end of the PTC semiconductor module is connected to the input end of the condenser tube, and the output end of the condenser tube is connected to the input end of the cooling water tank assembly.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0019] By fitting a condenser cylinder onto an installation cylinder and a refrigeration cylinder around the condenser cylinder with the condenser cylinder abutting against the inner wall of the refrigeration cylinder, temperature conduction is achieved. A condenser tube is installed on the condenser cylinder, and several installation protrusions are arranged at intervals on the inner wall of the condenser cylinder, forming an installation channel. The condenser tube is inserted into the installation channel to complete the installation of the condenser tube. Compared with the traditional installation method, the installation is more convenient and can significantly improve production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

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

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is an exploded view showing the refrigeration cylinder and the mounting cylinder of this utility model in conjunction.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the condenser tube and the mounting cylinder of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the stirrer and drive motor of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the condenser tube and condenser cylinder of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the drive motor of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the overall structure of the beverage manufacturing machine of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the condenser tube of this utility model;

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Mounting cylinder; 2. Condenser cylinder; 3. Refrigeration cylinder; 4. Condenser pipe; 5. Mounting protrusion; 6. Mounting channel; 7. Refrigeration pipe; 8. Connecting joint; 1.1. Mounting panel; 1.2. Mounting hole; 1.3. Positioning groove; 1.4. Temperature sensing unit; 2.1. Stirrer; 2.2. Drive motor; 2.3. Stirring blade; 2.4. Drive shaft; 2.5. Connecting hole; 2.6. Vibration damping pad; 2.7. Vibration damping protrusion; 2.8. Hall effect sensor; 3.1. Beverage machine body; 3.2. Cooling water tank assembly; 3.3. PTC semiconductor module; 3.4. Evaporator assembly; 3.5. Water pump; 3.6. Cooling water tank assembly; Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0032] It should be understood that although the terms upper, middle, lower, top, one end, etc., appear in this document to describe various elements, these elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish the elements from each other for ease of understanding, and are not used to define any directional or sequential restrictions.

[0033] like Figure 1-10 As shown, a condenser cylinder includes an installation cylinder 1, a condensing cylinder 2 sleeved on the outer periphery of the installation cylinder 1, and a refrigeration cylinder 3 sleeved on the outer periphery of the condensing cylinder 2, wherein the condensing cylinder 2 abuts against the inner wall of the refrigeration cylinder 3.

[0034] Specifically, the condenser cylinder 2 is provided with a condenser tube 4, and a number of mounting protrusions 5 are arranged at intervals on the inner wall of the condenser cylinder 2. The mounting protrusions 5 form a mounting channel 6, and the condenser tube 4 is inserted into the mounting channel 6.

[0035] During the installation of the condenser tube 4, the installation of the condenser tube 4 can be completed simply by inserting it into the installation channel 6. Compared with the traditional installation method, the condenser tube 4 is installed by welding, which greatly improves the convenience of installation and can also greatly improve production efficiency.

[0036] Preferably, the mounting protrusion 5 is integrally formed on the inner wall of the condenser cylinder 2 to further increase the structural strength of the mounting protrusion 5.

[0037] Furthermore, the end of the mounting cylinder 1 is provided with a mounting panel 1.1, and the mounting panel 1.1 is provided with a mounting hole 1.2. The input end and output end of the condenser tube 4 are inserted into the mounting hole 1.2. The mounting hole 1.2 is used to connect with the input end and output end of the condenser tube 4 to achieve the alignment connection between the condenser cylinder 2 and the mounting cylinder 1.

[0038] In addition, the condenser 4 includes a refrigerant pipe 7 inserted into the installation channel 6, and a connecting joint 8 for connecting the refrigerant pipe 7. The connecting joint 8 is U-shaped. During the entire installation process, the refrigerant pipe 7 is first inserted into the installation channel 6, and the refrigerant pipe 7 is connected by the connecting joint 8, which greatly improves the convenience of installing the condenser 4.

[0039] The connecting joint 8 is located at one end of the condenser cylinder 2. After all the refrigeration pipes 7 are installed, the connecting joint 8 is used to connect the refrigeration pipes 7 to form a complete condenser cylinder 4.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, as a further explanation of the embodiment of the mounting cylinder 1, the mounting cylinder 1 is provided with a positioning groove 1.3, and the mounting protrusion 5 is disposed opposite to the positioning groove 1.3. By using the positioning groove 1.3 to cooperate with the mounting protrusion 5, the convenience of aligning the mounting hole 1.2 with the condenser tube 4 is improved, and the stability of the condenser cylinder 2 installation is also improved.

[0041] In some other embodiments, the mounting protrusion 5 can be placed into the positioning groove 1.3, and the positioning groove 1.3 can cooperate with the mounting protrusion 5, which can not only improve the convenience of installing the condenser cylinder 2, but also improve the reliability of the installation of the condenser cylinder 2.

[0042] Preferably, a temperature sensing unit 1.4 is inserted into the end of the mounting cylinder 1. The temperature sensing unit 1.4 can accurately sense the temperature of the condenser cylinder 2, thereby achieving precise temperature control.

[0043] like Figures 4 to 6 As shown, to further explain the cooperation between the refrigeration cylinder 3 and the stirrer 2.1, the stirrer 2.1 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the refrigeration cylinder 3, and the mounting panel 1.1 is equipped with a drive motor 2.2 for driving the stirrer 2.1 to rotate. The stirrer 2.1 has a number of spirally arranged stirring blades 2.3.

[0044] Furthermore, the output end of the drive motor 2.2 is connected to a drive shaft 2.4, which passes through the mounting cylinder 1 and partially extends out of the mounting cylinder 1. The end of the drive shaft 2.4 extending out of the mounting cylinder 1 is connected to the stirrer 2.1.

[0045] The refrigeration cylinder 3 is installed inside the beverage compartment. As the refrigeration cylinder 3 starts to refrigerate, when the beverage is poured onto the surface of the refrigeration cylinder 3, the beverage will condense on the surface of the refrigeration cylinder 3. The drive motor 2.2 drives the stirrer 2.1 to rotate, and the stirrer 2.1 can slide relative to the surface of the refrigeration cylinder 3, thereby scraping off the substance on the surface of the refrigeration cylinder 3.

[0046] like Figure 8 As shown, preferably, a Hall component 2.8 is provided inside the drive motor 2.2. The Hall component 2.8 is located between the motor rotor and the gearbox assembly and is used to detect abnormal speed of the motor rotor, such as stall or idling.

[0047] In other embodiments, magnets may be provided on the drive shaft 2.4 or on the transmission components of the drive shaft 2.4, and the magnets may be fixed with epoxy resin glue or mechanical clips to ensure that they do not fall off during long-term operation. The Hall component 2.8 is fixed on an adjacent stationary component, maintaining a gap of 1 to 5 mm with the rotating magnet, so as to accurately detect the speed, direction or position information of the motor.

[0048] Specifically, during operation, the Hall effect sensor 2.8 detects the speed or power of the drive motor 2.2. Standard data is set in the control circuit. If the data detected by the Hall effect sensor 2.8 is greater than the standard data, the control circuit determines that the drive motor 2.2 is in a stalled or low-sugar state and issues a stall or low-sugar alarm. The control circuit then automatically shuts down the drive motor 2.2. If no one intervenes after a period of time, the motor will automatically return to standby mode. The shutdown period is set in the program.

[0049] After the drive motor 2.2 has been working for a certain period of time, the Hall component 2.8 judges the power change value of the drive motor 2.2 during that period. If the change value is less than the first set change value, it is judged that there is a shortage of materials. At this time, the control circuit will quote a shortage of materials and shut down the motor. If no one intervenes after a period of time, it will automatically return to the standby state. The shutdown period is set in the program.

[0050] When making alcoholic beverages, after the drive motor 2.2 has been running for a certain period of time, the Hall component 2.8 judges the power change value of the drive motor 2.2 during that period. If the change value is less than the second change value, it is judged as high alcohol content, and the control circuit issues a high alcohol alarm. At this time, the motor and other components continue to run, and after running for a set time, the beverage is made and the second change value is reached, and the heat preservation program is entered. If the beverage is not made or the second change value is not reached, the program alarms again for a period of time and then enters standby mode.

[0051] like Figure 3 , Figure 5As shown, a further explanation of the installation of the refrigeration cylinder 3 is provided: a connection hole 2.5 is formed on the mounting panel 1.1, and the refrigeration cylinder 3 is locked onto the mounting panel 1.1 through the connection hole 2.5. A shock-absorbing pad 2.6 is provided between the mounting panel 1.1 and the refrigeration cylinder 3. The shock-absorbing pad 2.6 is provided between the mounting panel 1.1 and the refrigeration cylinder 3 to reduce the vibration transmission generated by the drive motor 2.2 during operation, thereby improving the stability of the refrigeration cylinder 3 installation.

[0052] Furthermore, a shock-absorbing protrusion 2.7 is formed on the shock-absorbing pad 2.6. The shock-absorbing protrusion 2.7 is inserted into the mounting hole 1.2, and the condenser tube 4 is inserted into the shock-absorbing protrusion 2.7. By using the shock-absorbing protrusion 2.7 to cooperate with the condenser tube 4, the stability of the installation of the condenser tube 4 and the condenser cylinder 2 is further improved.

[0053] like Figure 9 As shown, as a further explanation of the embodiment of the beverage making machine having the above-mentioned refrigeration cylinder 3, it includes a beverage machine body 3.1, a condenser cylinder is disposed on the beverage machine body 3.1, and a cooling water tank assembly 3.2 and a PTC semiconductor module 3.3 are disposed inside the beverage machine body 3.1. The input end of the PTC semiconductor module 3.3 is connected to the output end of the cooling water tank assembly 3.2, the output end of the PTC semiconductor module 3.3 is connected to the input end of the condenser pipe 4, and the output end of the condenser pipe 4 is connected to the input end of the cooling water tank assembly 3.2.

[0054] Furthermore, the beverage machine body 3.1 is also equipped with an evaporator assembly 3.4 and a cooling water tank assembly 3.6. The PTC semiconductor module 3.3 forms a water cooling channel and a cooling channel for cooling the PTC. The output end of the cooling water tank assembly 3.6 is connected to the input end of the cooling channel through a water pump 3.5. The output end of the cooling channel is connected to the evaporator assembly 3.4, and the evaporator assembly 3.4 is connected to the cooling water tank assembly 3.6.

[0055] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without contributing any inventive step, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by patent law.

Claims

1. A condenser shell, characterized in that, It includes an installation cylinder (1), a condenser cylinder (2) sleeved on the outer periphery of the installation cylinder (1), and a refrigeration cylinder (3) sleeved on the outer periphery of the condenser cylinder (2), wherein the condenser cylinder (2) abuts against the inner wall of the refrigeration cylinder (3); The condenser cylinder (2) is provided with a condenser tube (4), and a number of mounting protrusions (5) are arranged at intervals on the inner wall of the condenser cylinder (2). The mounting protrusions (5) form a mounting channel (6), and the condenser tube (4) is inserted into the mounting channel (6).

2. A condenser shell according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the mounting cylinder (1) is provided with a mounting panel (1.1), and the mounting panel (1.1) is provided with a mounting hole (1.2), and the input end and output end of the condenser tube (4) are inserted into the mounting hole (1.2).

3. A condenser shell according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting cylinder (1) has a positioning groove (1.3), and the mounting protrusion (5) is arranged opposite to the positioning groove (1.3).

4. A condenser shell according to claim 1, characterized in that, A temperature sensing unit (1.4) is inserted into the end of the mounting cylinder (1).

5. A condenser shell according to claim 2, characterized in that, A stirrer (2.1) is fitted around the outer periphery of the refrigeration cylinder (3). A drive motor (2.2) for driving the stirrer (2.1) to rotate is provided on the mounting panel (1.1). The stirrer (2.1) has a plurality of spirally arranged stirring blades (2.3). The output end of the drive motor (2.2) is connected to a drive shaft (2.4). The drive shaft (2.4) passes through the mounting cylinder (1) and partially extends out of the mounting cylinder (1) and is connected to the stirrer (2.1).

6. A condenser shell according to claim 1, characterized in that, The condenser tube (4) includes a refrigeration tube (7) inserted in the installation channel (6) and a connecting joint (8) connecting the refrigeration tube (7), the connecting joint (8) being U-shaped.

7. A condenser shell according to claim 2, characterized in that, A connection hole (2.5) is formed on the mounting panel (1.1), the refrigeration cylinder (3) is locked to the mounting panel (1.1) through the connection hole (2.5), and a shock-absorbing pad (2.6) is provided between the mounting panel (1.1) and the refrigeration cylinder (3).

8. A condenser shell according to claim 7, characterized in that, The shock-absorbing pad (2.6) has a shock-absorbing protrusion (2.7) formed on it. The shock-absorbing protrusion (2.7) is inserted into the mounting hole (1.2). The condenser tube (4) is inserted on the shock-absorbing protrusion (2.7).

9. A condenser shell according to claim 5, characterized in that, The drive motor (2.2) is equipped with a Hall element (2.8).

10. A beverage making machine, comprising a condenser cylinder as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The device includes a beverage machine body (3.1), a condenser cylinder is mounted on the beverage machine body (3.1), and a cooling water tank assembly (3.2) and a PTC semiconductor module (3.3) are installed inside the beverage machine body (3.1). The input end of the PTC semiconductor module (3.3) is connected to the output end of the cooling water tank assembly (3.2), the output end of the PTC semiconductor module (3.3) is connected to the input end of the condenser pipe (4), and the output end of the condenser pipe (4) is connected to the input end of the cooling water tank assembly (3.2).

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