Tea tray
By incorporating a slanted first and second tray in the tea tray and concealing the drain hole, the problems of tea residue retention and inconvenient cleaning are solved, achieving both efficient cleaning and aesthetic appeal of the tea tray.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520768569.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-22
AI Technical Summary
Existing tea tray designs cause wastewater or tea to stagnate, affecting the lifespan of teaware and making cleaning inconvenient. Furthermore, the traditional tea tray structure cannot be disassembled, making cleaning difficult.
A tea tray has been designed, comprising a first tray and a second tray, which are tilted to facilitate flow, have a concealed drain hole, and are removable for easy cleaning.
It effectively prevents tea residue from remaining, improves cleaning efficiency, ensures the aesthetics and practicality of the tea tray, and enhances cleaning convenience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tea utensil technology, and in particular to a tea tray. Background Technology
[0002] In the long-standing traditional tea culture, the tea tray is an indispensable utensil. Its main function is to hold various tea utensils and collect wastewater generated during the tea brewing process, as well as leftover tea water. Specifically, the tea utensils are securely placed on the tea tray, which is equipped with drainage holes. When rinsing the tea utensils, the wastewater and leftover tea water can be poured directly into the tea tray. Once the tea tray is full, the user then pours the water out. However, current tea tray designs still have some shortcomings. For example, tea trays typically have a flat surface, which prevents wastewater or tea from draining quickly during brewing, causing water stains to accumulate on the surface. When teaware is placed on the tray, it inevitably gets stained with these water stains. Prolonged contact between the bottom of the teaware and these water stains not only makes it prone to contamination but may also shorten its lifespan. Furthermore, most tea trays on the market use a one-piece structure, which prevents the various parts from being disassembled, making cleaning difficult and inconvenient for users. Therefore, improvements are necessary. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to address the defects and shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a tea tray with a simple and reasonable structure and convenient operation. The first tray and the second tray are set at an angle, so that wastewater or tea water is not easily retained on the surface of the first tray and the second tray. The first tray and the second tray can be easily removed from the tea tray body for users to clean and maintain.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] The present invention discloses a tea tray, comprising a tea tray body, a first tray, and a second tray. The tea tray body has a groove, with a first step and a second step at each end. The first tray and the second tray are placed within the groove. A limiting member is provided on the side wall of the tea tray body to limit the first tray. One end of the first tray near the center of the tea tray body is engaged with the limiting member, and the other end of the first tray is engaged with the first step. One end of the second tray near the center of the tea tray body rests on the first tray and is engaged with it, and the other end of the second tray rests on the second step and is engaged with it. Both the first tray and the second tray are inclined towards the center of the tea tray body. A plurality of drainage holes are provided on the end of the first tray near the center of the tea tray body, and these drainage holes are hidden below the second tray.
[0006] Furthermore, the first tray has an upward-folding first folding part at one end near the center of the tea tray body, the second tray is placed on the first folding part and is limited and engaged with the first folding part, and the other end of the first tray has a downward-folding second folding part, the bottom of the second folding part abuts against the groove, and the second folding part is limited and engaged with the first step part.
[0007] Furthermore, the bottom of the second tray is provided with a third step that cooperates with the first folding part and a fourth step that cooperates with the second step.
[0008] Furthermore, the drain hole is an oblong shape.
[0009] Furthermore, the drain holes are spaced apart along the width of the tea tray body.
[0010] Furthermore, the second tray has a V-shaped notch at one end near the center of the tea tray body, and the drain hole is hidden below the V-shaped notch.
[0011] Furthermore, both sides of the first tray are provided with a third folding portion that folds downward, and the bottom of the third folding portion abuts against the groove.
[0012] Furthermore, the upper part of the tea tray body is provided with a fourth folding part that folds outward around the four sides, and the fourth folding part is connected to the tea tray body by an arc transition.
[0013] Furthermore, all four corners of the first tray are missing.
[0014] Furthermore, a fifth step is provided at both ends of the bottom of the tea tray body.
[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The tea tray described in this utility model has a groove in its body, which can be used to collect wastewater generated during the tea brewing process and the remaining tea water after brewing. A first tray and a second tray are respectively arranged in the groove, with the second tray placed on the first tray. Both the first tray and the second tray are inclined towards the center of the tea tray body to guide the flow. Several drainage holes are also provided on the end of the first tray near the center of the tea tray body. Because the first tray and the second tray are inclined, tea water or wastewater can more easily flow into the groove through the drainage holes, avoiding the stagnation of tea water or wastewater and ensuring the cleanliness of the tea tray. The drainage holes are hidden under the second tray, and the hidden design makes the tea tray more beautiful overall. In addition, the first tray and the second tray can be easily removed from the tea tray body for users to clean and maintain, effectively improving cleaning efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second tray;
[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the tea tray's structure.
[0021] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the first tray.
[0022] Figures 1-6 In the middle: 1. Tea tray body; 11. First step; 12. Second step; 13. Groove; 14. Fourth fold; 15. Limiting piece; 16. Fifth step; 2. First tray; 21. Drain hole; 22. First fold; 23. Second fold; 24. Third fold; 25. Notch; 3. Second tray; 31. Third step; 32. Fourth step; 33. V-shaped notch. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0024] like Figures 1-6 The tea tray shown includes a tea tray body 1, a first tray 2, and a second tray 3. (See attached image) Figure 5The tea tray body 1 has a groove 13 inside, which can be used to collect wastewater generated during the tea brewing process and the remaining tea water after brewing. The groove 13 has a first step 11 and a second step 12 at its two ends, respectively. (See reference...) Figure 1 The first tray 2 and the second tray 3 are placed within the groove 13, with the first tray 2 and the second tray 3 located at opposite ends of the groove 13, as shown in the reference. Figure 5 The side wall of the tea tray body 1 is provided with a limiting member 15 that cooperates with the first tray 2 for limiting. (See reference) Figure 3 The first tray 2, with one end near the center of the tea tray body 1, is engaged with the limiting member 15 and is limited by the limiting member 15. Preferably, the limiting member 15 is a pin. In this embodiment, two pins are provided, respectively located on the inner walls of both sides of the tea tray body 1, to support and limit the position of the first tray 2 and prevent it from moving. The other end of the first tray 2 is limited by the first step portion 11, serving as a limiting function. The second tray 3 is located above the first tray 2. The second tray 3, with one end near the center of the tea tray body 1, rests on the first tray 2 and is limited by the first tray 2. Preferably, in this embodiment, the first tray 2, with one end near the center of the tea tray body 1, is provided with an upwardly folded first folding portion 22. The second tray 3 rests on the first folding portion 22 and is limited by the first folding portion 22, serving to support and limit the position of the second tray 3. The other end of the first tray 2 is provided with a downwardly folded second folding portion 23. The bottom of the second folding portion 23 abuts against the groove 13, serving as a support to ensure the position of the first tray 2 is secure. The overall stability of tray 2 is ensured, and the second folding part 23 is matched with the first step part 11 to limit the position of the first tray 2, preventing the first tray 2 from shifting undesirably and affecting its use. The other end of the second tray 3 rests on the second step part 12 and is matched with the second step part 12 to support and limit the position of the second tray 3. Both the first tray 2 and the second tray 3 are inclined towards the center of the tea tray body 1 to guide the flow. Several drainage holes 21 are also provided on the end of the first tray 2 near the center of the tea tray body 1. Since the first tray 2 and the second tray 3 are inclined, tea or wastewater can more easily flow into the groove 13 through the drainage holes 21, avoiding the stagnation of tea or wastewater and ensuring the cleanliness of the tea tray. The drainage holes 21 are hidden under the second tray 3. The hidden design makes the tea tray more beautiful. In addition, the first tray 2 and the second tray 3 can be easily removed from the tea tray body 1 for users to clean and maintain, effectively improving cleaning efficiency.
[0025] Preferably, the first tray 2 is made of stainless steel, which is corrosion-resistant and easy to clean, and the second tray 3 is made of wood. The first tray 2 can be used to pour water or to place guest teacups, which is convenient and practical. The second tray 3 can be used to place tea brewing utensils such as kettles.
[0026] Preferably, in this embodiment, refer to Figure 4 The bottom of the second tray 3 is provided with a third step 31 that cooperates with the first folding part 22 and a fourth step 32 that cooperates with the second step 12, which can better limit the position of the second tray 3 and prevent it from moving undesirably.
[0027] Preferably, in this embodiment, refer to Figure 6 The drain hole 21 is an oblong hole. Specifically, the two ends of the oblong hole are semi-circular and the middle is rectangular. Preferably, in this embodiment, the drain holes 21 are spaced apart along the width of the tea tray body 1, which is more aesthetically pleasing and can improve drainage efficiency.
[0028] Preferably, in this embodiment, refer to Figure 2 The second tray 3 has a V-shaped notch 33 at one end near the center of the tea tray body 1. The drain hole 21 is hidden below the V-shaped notch 33, avoiding the visual disharmony caused by the drain hole 21 being directly exposed. The design of the V-shaped notch 33 also makes the tea tray body 1 more beautiful.
[0029] Preferably, in this embodiment, refer to Figure 6 Both sides of the first tray 2 are provided with a third folding part 24 that folds downward. The bottom of the third folding part 24 abuts against the groove 13, which can better provide support and improve the overall stability of the first tray 2.
[0030] Preferably, in this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 The upper part of the tea tray body 1 is provided with a fourth folding part 14 that folds outward around the upper four sides. The fourth folding part 14 and the tea tray body 1 are connected by an arc, which prevents possible scratches or bumps. The arc edge treatment also brings an extremely comfortable tactile experience.
[0031] Preferably, in this embodiment, refer to Figure 6 The four corners of the first tray 2 are notched at 25 degrees to avoid potential damage caused by excessive sharpness.
[0032] Tea trays are usually placed on tea tables, and some tea tables have a tea table groove. Preferably, in this embodiment, the bottom ends of the tea tray body 1 are provided with a fifth step 16. By providing the fifth step 16, the tea tray body 1 can be more stably installed in the tea table groove that is compatible with it, avoiding shaking or displacement that may occur during use.
[0033] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes or modifications made to the structure, features and principles described in the claims of the present utility model patent application are included in the scope of the present utility model patent application.
Claims
1. A tea tray, comprising a tea tray body (1), characterized in that: It also includes a first tray (2) and a second tray (3). The tea tray body (1) is provided with a groove (13). The two ends of the groove (13) are respectively provided with a first step (11) and a second step (12). The first tray (2) and the second tray (3) are placed in the groove (13). The side wall of the tea tray body (1) is provided with a limiting member (15) that cooperates with the first tray (2). One end of the first tray (2) near the center of the tea tray body (1) is locked on the limiting member (15) and cooperates with the limiting member (15). The other end of the first tray (2) is connected to the first step (12). The first tray (11) is positioned and engaged with the second tray (3). One end of the second tray (3) near the center of the tea tray body (1) rests on the first tray (2) and is positioned and engaged with the first tray (2). The other end of the second tray (3) rests on the second step (12) and is positioned and engaged with the second step (12). The first tray (2) and the second tray (3) are both inclined toward the center of the tea tray body (1). Several drain holes (21) are also provided on the end of the first tray (2) near the center of the tea tray body (1). The drain holes (21) are hidden below the second tray (3).
2. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first tray (2) has an upward folding part (22) at one end near the center of the tea tray body (1). The second tray (3) is placed on the first folding part (22) and is limited to the first folding part (22). The other end of the first tray (2) has a downward folding part (23). The bottom of the second folding part (23) abuts against the groove (13) and is limited to the first step part (11).
3. A tea tray according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the second tray (3) is provided with a third step (31) that is limited to the first folding part (22) and a fourth step (32) that is limited to the second step (12).
4. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drain hole (21) is a waist-shaped hole.
5. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drain holes (21) are spaced apart along the width of the tea tray body (1).
6. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second tray (3) has a V-shaped notch (33) at one end near the center of the tea tray body (1), and the drain hole (21) is hidden below the V-shaped notch (33).
7. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first tray (2) has a third folding part (24) that folds down on both sides, and the bottom of the third folding part (24) abuts against the groove (13).
8. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper part of the tea tray body (1) is provided with a fourth folding part (14) that folds outward around the four sides, and the fourth folding part (14) and the tea tray body (1) are in a rounded transition.
9. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first tray (2) has four missing corners (25).
10. A tea tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the tea tray body (1) is provided with a fifth step (16) at both ends.