Beef steak machine with adjustable distance between upper baking tray and lower baking tray

Abstract

The utility model provides a beefsteak machine with an adjustable distance between an upper baking tray and a lower baking tray, and aims to solve the problem that the distance between the upper baking tray and the lower baking tray of the beefsteak machine in the prior art cannot be adjusted according to the thickness of beefsteaks. A beefsteak machine with the distance between an upper baking tray and a lower baking tray adjustable comprises a machine body, and the upper baking tray and the lower baking tray are arranged in the machine body; the lifting device comprises a driving motor, a threaded rod arranged on an output shaft of the driving motor, a nut seat in threaded connection with the threaded rod and a connecting rod arranged between the nut seat and the upper baking tray, and the upper end and the lower end of the connecting rod are hinged to the nut seat and the upper baking tray respectively; when the driving motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forwards, the upper baking tray slides downwards to be close to the lower baking tray; when the driving motor drives the threaded rod to rotate reversely, the upper baking tray slides upwards to be away from the lower baking tray. The beefsteak baking machine is suitable for beefsteaks with different thicknesses by adjusting the distance between the upper baking tray and the lower baking tray.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of kitchen cooking tools, specifically relating to a steak machine with an adjustable gap between the upper and lower baking pans. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, to facilitate better steak cooking, some steak grilling machines have appeared on the market. These machines typically include an upper and lower grill pan, allowing for simultaneous heating of both sides of the steak during cooking. However, the upper and lower grill pans of existing steak grilling machines are fixed within the machine body. Since different steaks have varying thicknesses, existing machines struggle to ensure the upper grill pan makes contact with thinner steaks, affecting cooking efficiency. Conversely, when cooking thicker steaks, the upper and lower grill pans cannot properly close and hold the steak. Therefore, further improvements are needed. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention provides a steak machine with an adjustable gap between the upper and lower grilling plates, aiming to solve the problem in existing steak machines where the gap between the upper and lower grilling plates cannot be adjusted according to the thickness of the steak.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] A steak grill with an adjustable gap between the upper and lower grill pans, comprising:

[0006] The machine body includes an upper baking tray and a lower baking tray, with the upper baking tray sliding vertically within the machine body; and...

[0007] A lifting device is installed inside the machine body. The lifting device includes a drive motor, a threaded rod installed on the output shaft of the drive motor, a nut seat threadedly connected to the threaded rod, and a connecting rod installed between the nut seat and the upper baking tray. The upper and lower ends of the connecting rod are respectively hinged to the nut seat and the upper baking tray. A guide assembly is provided between the nut seat and the machine body to allow the nut seat to move along the axial direction of the threaded rod.

[0008] When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward, the threaded rod drives the nut seat to move, and the nut seat drives the upper baking pan to slide downward toward the lower baking pan through the connecting rod; when the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate in reverse, the threaded rod drives the nut seat to move, and the nut seat drives the upper baking pan to slide upward away from the lower baking pan through the connecting rod.

[0009] A further embodiment: The threaded rod is arranged on the upper side of the upper baking pan in the left-right direction, and the threaded rod is provided with two nut seats, one on the left and one on the right. Each nut seat is connected to the upper baking pan by a connecting rod, and the upper and lower ends of the connecting rod are respectively hinged to the corresponding nut seat and the upper baking pan.

[0010] Based on the above technical solution: by setting two nut seats on the left and right, and each nut seat is hinged to the upper baking pan with a connecting rod, when the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward or reverse, the two nut seats drive the upper baking pan to rise or fall more smoothly from the left and right sides above the upper baking pan through the connecting rod.

[0011] A further solution: When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward or reverse, the threaded rod drives the two nut seats to move in opposite directions.

[0012] A further solution: When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward, the threaded rod drives the two nut seats to move away from each other to the left and right sides respectively; and each nut seat drives the upper baking tray to slide downward and approach the lower baking tray through its corresponding connecting rod;

[0013] When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to reverse, the threaded rod drives the two nut seats to move from the left and right sides toward the middle respectively, and each nut seat drives the upper baking pan to slide upward away from the lower baking pan through its corresponding connecting rod.

[0014] Based on the above technical solution: the above configuration enables the left and right nut seats to drive the left and right sides of the upper baking tray to rise or fall simultaneously through their respective connecting rods when the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward or reverse, so that the left and right sides of the upper baking tray are balanced and the lifting and lowering are more stable.

[0015] A further embodiment: Each of the nut seats is provided with two connecting rods, one in the front and one in the back, and the upper baking tray is provided with four hinge seats. The four hinge seats are respectively hinged to the four connecting rods, and the center distance between the four hinge seats and the upper baking tray is the same. The distance between the two hinge seats corresponding to the same nut seat and the nut seat is the same.

[0016] Based on the above technical solution: four hinge seats are respectively set at the four corners of the quadrilateral, so that the upper baking tray is balanced when it rises or falls, thus making the lifting and lowering more stable.

[0017] A further embodiment: The upper baking tray is provided with two supports, one on the left and one on the right. Each support extends in the front-to-back direction. Two hinge seats corresponding to the same nut seat are located on the front and back sides of the support corresponding to the nut seat and are integrally formed with the support.

[0018] Based on the above technical solution: by setting up a bracket, it is easy for the lower end of the connecting rod to be hinged to the upper baking pan.

[0019] A further embodiment: Two connecting rods are arranged side by side between the hinge seat located on the left rear and its corresponding nut seat, and two connecting rods are arranged side by side between the hinge seat located on the right front and its corresponding nut seat.

[0020] A further embodiment: The guide assembly includes a guide portion disposed on the body and a limiting portion disposed on the nut seat and sliding along the guide portion.

[0021] A further embodiment: the guide part is a guide hole, the limiting part is a column, and the column is located inside the guide hole.

[0022] Based on the above technical solution: the column slides within the restricted space of the guide hole, thereby indirectly restricting the upper and lower limits of the upper baking pan.

[0023] A further embodiment: the upper surface of the lower baking pan is provided with several meat tenderizing cones, and the lower surface of the upper baking pan is provided with several raised ribs.

[0024] Based on the above technical solution: after the upper and lower baking pans clamp the steak, the meat tenderizer on the lower baking pan can penetrate into the steak, loosening the muscle fibers. This not only makes the steak easier to cook through, but also makes it easier for the steak to absorb flavor. The ribs on the upper baking pan can pound the steak when the upper baking pan moves downwards, which, combined with the meat tenderizer on the lower baking pan, makes the steak easier to cook and absorb flavor.

[0025] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0026] This invention incorporates a lifting device within the machine body to drive the upper baking pan downwards towards the lower baking pan or upwards away from the lower baking pan. This allows for adjustment of the distance between the upper and lower baking pans to accommodate steaks of varying thicknesses, resulting in better cooking outcomes and a wider range of applications. The lifting device includes a drive motor, a threaded rod connected to the motor's output shaft, a nut seat threadedly connected to the threaded rod, and a connecting rod hinged between the nut seat and the upper baking pan. By rotating the drive motor forwards or backwards, the upper baking pan can slide downwards or upwards, resulting in a more rational structural layout. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the upper baking tray of this utility model when it is in the first position.

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the upper baking tray of this utility model when it is in the second position.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the column and guide hole of this utility model.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the upper baking tray and the lifting device of this utility model.

[0032] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified structural diagram at point A.

[0033] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a structure with raised ribs on the upper baking tray and a meat tenderizer on the lower baking tray.

[0034] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A magnified structural diagram at point B.

[0035] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:

[0036] 1-Body; 11-Upper baking tray; 111-Raised rib; 112-Support; 113-Hinge seat; 114-Fixed seat; 12-Lower baking tray; 121-Meat tenderizing cone; 13-Guide hole; 2-Drive motor; 3-Threaded rod; 4-Nut seat; 41-Column; 5-Connecting rod. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely for explaining the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, this embodiment provides a steak machine with an adjustable distance between the upper and lower grill pans, including:

[0039] The machine body 1 includes an upper baking tray 11 and a lower baking tray 12 inside the machine body 1. The upper baking tray 11 is slidably disposed within the machine body 1, and a cooking zone is provided between the upper baking tray 11 and the lower baking tray 12.

[0040] A lifting device is installed inside the machine body 1. The lifting device includes a drive motor 2, a threaded rod 3 installed on the output shaft of the drive motor 2, a nut seat 4 threadedly connected to the threaded rod 3, and a connecting rod 5 installed between the nut seat 4 and the upper baking tray 11. The upper and lower ends of the connecting rod 5 are respectively hinged to the nut seat 4 and the upper baking tray 11. A guide assembly is provided between the nut seat 4 and the machine body 1 to allow the nut seat 4 to move along the axial direction of the threaded rod 3.

[0041] When the drive motor 2 drives the threaded rod 3 to rotate forward, the threaded rod 3 drives the nut seat 4 to move, and the nut seat 4 drives the upper baking pan 11 to slide downward toward the lower baking pan 12 through the connecting rod 5, so as to better cook thinner steaks and allow the lower surface of the upper baking pan 11 to heat the steak better; when the drive motor 2 drives the threaded rod 3 to rotate in reverse, the threaded rod 3 drives the nut seat 4 to move, and the nut seat 4 drives the upper baking pan 11 to slide upward away from the lower baking pan 12 through the connecting rod 5, so as to accommodate thicker steaks.

[0042] In some specific implementations, such as Figure 4 As shown, in order to facilitate the installation of the lifting device, the threaded rod 3 is arranged on the upper side of the upper baking pan 11 in the left-right direction, and the threaded rod 3 is provided with two nut seats 4 on the left and right. Each nut seat 4 is provided with a connecting rod 5 between it and the upper baking pan 11. The upper and lower ends of the connecting rod 5 are respectively hinged to the corresponding nut seat 4 and the upper baking pan 11.

[0043] In some specific implementations, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, when the drive motor 2 drives the threaded rod 3 to rotate forward or reverse, the threaded rod 3 drives the two nut seats 4 to move in opposite directions. Specifically, when the drive motor 2 drives the threaded rod 3 to rotate forward, the threaded rod 3 drives the two nut seats 4 to move away from each other to the left and right respectively. Specifically, the nut seat 4 on the left moves to the left, and the nut seat 4 on the right moves to the right; and each nut seat 4 drives the upper baking pan 11 to slide downward and approach the lower baking pan 12 through its corresponding connecting rod 5.

[0044] When the drive motor 2 drives the threaded rod 3 to reverse, the threaded rod 3 drives the two nut seats 4 to move from the left and right sides toward the center, and each nut seat 4 drives the upper baking pan 11 to slide upward away from the lower baking pan 12 through its corresponding connecting rod 5. Specifically, in one structure, the nut seat 4 located on the left side is connected to the left side of the upper baking pan 11 through a corresponding connecting rod 5, and the nut seat 4 located on the right side is connected to the right side of the upper baking pan 11 through a corresponding connecting rod 5.

[0045] In the above-described embodiment, when the drive motor 2 drives the threaded rod 3 to rotate forward, the threaded rod 3 drives the two nut seats 4 to move from the left and right sides toward the center respectively. Specifically, the nut seat 4 on the left side moves to the right and the nut seat 4 on the right side moves to the left, so that the two nut seats 4 move toward the center; and each nut seat 4 drives the upper baking pan 11 to slide downward toward the lower baking pan 12 through its corresponding connecting rod 5.

[0046] When the drive motor 2 drives the threaded rod 3 to reverse, the threaded rod 3 drives the two nut seats 4 to move away from each other to the left and right, respectively. Each nut seat 4 also drives the upper baking pan 11 to slide upward away from the lower baking pan 12 via its corresponding connecting rod 5. Specifically, in one configuration, the nut seat 4 on the left is connected to the right side of the upper baking pan 11 via a corresponding connecting rod 5, and the nut seat 4 on the right is connected to the left side of the upper baking pan 11 via a corresponding connecting rod 5.

[0047] In some specific implementations, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, to make the upper baking pan 11 slide more smoothly up and down, each of the nut seats 4 is provided with two connecting rods 5, one in front and one in back, between it and the upper baking pan 11. The upper baking pan 11 has four hinge seats 113, which are hinged to the four connecting rods 5 respectively. The center distance between the four hinge seats 113 and the center of the upper baking pan 11 is the same, and the distance between the two hinge seats 113 corresponding to the same nut seat 4 is the same. Specifically, the front side of the nut seat 4 on the left is hinged to the hinge seat 113 on the left front side via its corresponding connecting rod 5, and the rear side of the nut seat 4 on the left is hinged to the hinge seat 113 on the left rear side via its corresponding connecting rod 5. The principle is the same for the nut seat 4 and hinge seat 113 on the right side. This allows the two nut seats 4 to drive the four corners of the upper baking pan 11 to rise or fall simultaneously via the four connecting rods 5, ensuring that the upper baking pan 11 is balanced in force during rise or fall, resulting in smoother lifting and lowering.

[0048] In some specific implementations, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the upper baking pan 11 is provided with two supports 112, one on the left and one on the right. Each support 112 extends in the front-to-back direction. Two hinge seats 113, corresponding to the same nut seat 4, are located on the front and rear sides of the support 112 corresponding to the nut seat 4, and are integrally formed with the support 112. In one specific structure, each support 112 has a fixing seat 114 at its front and rear ends for fixed connection to the upper baking pan 11 via pins or the like. The hinge seat 113 is specifically an upwardly extending hinge plate, which facilitates the lower end of the connecting rod 5 to be hinged to it via pins or the like.

[0049] To further strengthen the structure, two connecting rods 5 are arranged side-by-side between the hinge seat 113 located on the left rear and its corresponding nut seat 4, and two connecting rods 5 are also arranged side-by-side between the hinge seat 113 located on the right front and its corresponding nut seat 4. Specifically, the upper ends of the two parallel connecting rods 5 are hinged to their corresponding nut seats 4 via two pins, and their lower ends are hinged to their corresponding hinge seats 113 via two pins.

[0050] In some specific implementations, such as Figure 3 As shown, the guiding assembly includes a guiding portion disposed on the body 1 and a limiting portion disposed on the nut seat 4 and sliding along the guiding portion. Specifically, the guiding portion is a guide hole 13, and the limiting portion is a column 41 located within the guide hole 13. For each nut seat 4, the body 1 has two guide holes 13 arranged side-by-side, and the nut seat 4 has two columns 41 arranged side-by-side, with each column 41 located within one of the two guide holes 13.

[0051] The guide part can also be a guide rail or a guide groove, and the sliding part is a slider that slides along the guide rail or guide groove.

[0052] In some specific implementations, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, in order to better cook the steak, the upper surface of the lower baking pan 12 is provided with several meat tenderizers 121, and the lower surface of the upper baking pan 11 is provided with several ribs 111. The meat tenderizers 121 are evenly distributed on the upper surface of the lower baking pan 12. When the lifting device drives the upper baking pan 11 to move downward, the upper baking pan 11 and the lower baking pan 12 clamp the steak for grilling. The meat tenderizers 121 can pierce small holes in the steak, so that the steak fibers are relaxed, the heat is even, and it is easier to absorb the flavor.

[0053] Alternatively, the lower surface of the upper baking pan 11 may be provided with a plurality of meat tenderizing cones 121, and the upper surface of the lower baking pan 12 may be provided with a plurality of raised ribs 111.

[0054] Working principle explanation:

[0055] When cooking thinner steaks, the user uses a button or similar device to drive the lifting mechanism, causing the upper grill pan 11 to slide downwards towards the lower grill pan 12, allowing both sides of the steak to be seared simultaneously. When cooking thicker steaks, the user uses a button or similar device to drive the lifting mechanism, causing the upper grill pan 11 to slide upwards away from the lower grill pan 12, allowing the cooking area between the upper and lower grill pans 11 to accommodate thicker steaks.

[0056] This utility model is not limited to the above-mentioned optional embodiments. Under the premise of non-contradiction, the various solutions can be combined arbitrarily. Anyone can derive other forms of products under the guidance of this utility model. However, no matter what changes are made in their shape or structure, all technical solutions that fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A steak grill with an adjustable gap between the upper and lower grill pans, characterized in that, include: The machine body includes an upper baking tray and a lower baking tray, with the upper baking tray sliding vertically within the machine body; and... A lifting device is installed inside the machine body. The lifting device includes a drive motor, a threaded rod installed on the output shaft of the drive motor, a nut seat threadedly connected to the threaded rod, and a connecting rod installed between the nut seat and the upper baking tray. The upper and lower ends of the connecting rod are respectively hinged to the nut seat and the upper baking tray. A guide assembly is provided between the nut seat and the machine body to allow the nut seat to move along the axial direction of the threaded rod. When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward, the threaded rod drives the nut seat to move, and the nut seat drives the upper baking pan to slide downward toward the lower baking pan through the connecting rod; when the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate in reverse, the threaded rod drives the nut seat to move, and the nut seat drives the upper baking pan to slide upward away from the lower baking pan through the connecting rod.

2. The steak machine with adjustable distance between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 1, characterized in that, The threaded rod is arranged on the upper side of the upper baking pan in a left-right direction, and the threaded rod is provided with two nut seats, one on the left and one on the right. Each nut seat is connected to the upper baking pan by a connecting rod, and the upper and lower ends of the connecting rod are respectively hinged to the corresponding nut seat and the upper baking pan.

3. A steak grill with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward or reverse, the threaded rod causes the two nut seats to move in opposite directions relative to each other.

4. A steak grill with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to rotate forward, the threaded rod drives the two nut seats to move away from each other to the left and right sides respectively; and each nut seat drives the upper baking tray to slide down and approach the lower baking tray through its corresponding connecting rod. When the drive motor drives the threaded rod to reverse, the threaded rod drives the two nut seats to move from the left and right sides toward the middle respectively, and each nut seat drives the upper baking pan to slide upward away from the lower baking pan through its corresponding connecting rod.

5. A steak machine with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each of the nut seats is provided with two connecting rods, one in the front and one in the back, and the upper baking tray is provided with four hinge seats. The four hinge seats are respectively hinged to the four connecting rods, and the center distance between the four hinge seats and the upper baking tray is the same. The distance between the two hinge seats corresponding to the same nut seat and the nut seat is the same.

6. A steak machine with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 5, characterized in that, The upper baking tray is provided with two supports, one on the left and one on the right. Each support extends in the front-to-back direction. Two hinge seats corresponding to the same nut seat are located on the front and back sides of the support corresponding to the nut seat and are integrally formed with the support.

7. A steak machine with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 6, characterized in that, Two connecting rods are arranged side by side between the hinge seat located on the left rear and its corresponding nut seat, and two connecting rods are arranged side by side between the hinge seat located on the right front and its corresponding nut seat.

8. A steak grill with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide assembly includes a guide portion disposed on the body and a limiting portion disposed on the nut seat and sliding along the guide portion.

9. A steak machine with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 8, characterized in that, The guide part is a guide hole, and the limiting part is a column, with the column located inside the guide hole.

10. A steak grill with adjustable spacing between the upper and lower grill pans according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the lower baking pan is provided with several meat tenderizing cones, and the lower surface of the upper baking pan is provided with several raised ribs.

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