Wine mellowing device

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model discloses a mellow wine device which comprises a supporting seat, an electric valve is installed in the supporting seat, a shell is fixedly connected to the supporting seat, a heat preservation barrel is installed in the shell, a wine storage groove is formed in the upper portion in the heat preservation barrel, a spiral wine guide pipe is installed on the lower portion in the heat preservation barrel, and the upper end of the spiral wine guide pipe is communicated with the wine storage groove. The lower end of the spiral wine guide pipe hermetically penetrates through the bottom of the heat-insulating cylinder and is communicated with the electric valve; a linear module is vertically installed on one side of the shell, a sliding seat of the linear module is fixedly connected with a vertically-arranged vacuum cup, and the bottom of the vacuum cup communicates with the inner lower portion of the heat preservation cylinder through a hose. A heating element or a refrigerating element is not arranged, the structure is simple, and implementation is easy; boiling water or ice water can be guided into the heat preservation cylinder in the mode that the horizontal height of the vacuum heat preservation cup is increased or decreased. Heat exchange with the wine is achieved through the spiral wine guide pipe, quick cooling or quick heating can be achieved, and great convenience is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of wine aging equipment, and in particular to a wine aging equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Wine aging equipment can promote the evaporation of impurities in wine, while also accelerating aging, softening tannins, and improving the taste. The ideal drinking temperature for fine wines is relatively wide, but generally between 15-20℃ or 40-45℃.

[0003] 15-20℃: This temperature range best showcases the aroma and taste of the wine, suitable for consumers who prefer a delicate flavor. 40-45℃: This temperature range is suitable for consumers who prefer a fuller flavor, highlighting the wine's aroma and spiciness. The specific temperature range chosen depends not only on the type of wine and room temperature but also on personal taste preferences.

[0004] Existing wine processors typically require heating and cooling components, resulting in complex structures and difficulty in rapidly cooling or heating wine, thus failing to meet usage requirements. Therefore, we propose a wine processor with a simple structure that facilitates rapid cooling or heating. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a wine aging device to solve the problem that the existing wine aging devices have complex structures and are not easy to cool or heat quickly.

[0006] A wine aging device includes a support base, an electric valve installed inside the support base, a housing fixedly connected to the support base, an insulation cylinder installed inside the housing, a wine storage tank in the upper inner part of the insulation cylinder, and a spiral wine guide tube installed in the lower inner part of the insulation cylinder. The upper end of the spiral wine guide tube is connected to the wine storage tank, and the lower end of the spiral wine guide tube is sealed through the bottom of the insulation cylinder and connected to the electric valve.

[0007] A linear module is vertically mounted on one side of the housing. A vertically arranged vacuum insulated cup is fixedly connected to the sliding seat of the linear module. The bottom of the vacuum insulated cup is connected to the lower part of the insulated cylinder through a flexible tube.

[0008] Preferably, a microcontroller is installed inside the support base, and the electric valve and the linear module are both controlled by the microcontroller.

[0009] Preferably, a room temperature sensor is installed on one side of the support base, and a water temperature sensor is installed on the vacuum insulated cup. The signal output terminals of the room temperature sensor and the water temperature sensor are respectively connected to the signal input terminal of the microcontroller.

[0010] Preferably, the bottom baffle of the wine storage tank is provided with a wine inlet, which is connected to the upper end of the spiral wine guide pipe, and the outlet of the electric valve is connected to the wine outlet on the support base.

[0011] Preferably, the upper end of the aforementioned shell is fitted with a dust cover, and the bottom of the dust cover is provided with a protrusion, which leaves a gap at the bottom of the dust cover to facilitate maintaining normal atmospheric pressure above the wine storage tank.

[0012] Preferably, the above-mentioned heat preservation cylinder is provided with an exhaust port on one side of its upper part, and the shell is provided with air holes.

[0013] Preferably, one end of the aforementioned hose extends through the lower inner side of both the housing and the insulation cylinder.

[0014] Preferably, the bottom of the vacuum insulated cup is connected to a drain outlet, a plug is installed on the drain outlet, a threaded cap is installed on the top of the vacuum insulated cup, a vent hole is opened on the threaded cap, and a transparent water level observation window with graduations is provided on the surface of the vacuum insulated cup.

[0015] Preferably, the upper section of the spiral wine guide tube is made of copper, the middle section is made of aluminum, and the lower section is made of iron; and both the inner and outer surfaces of the spiral wine guide tube are electroplated with a Teflon non-stick layer.

[0016] Implementing the embodiments of this utility model will have the following beneficial effects:

[0017] The aforementioned wine-making equipment was adopted;

[0018] It does not require heating or cooling elements, has a simple structure, and is easy to implement;

[0019] By directly pouring boiling water or ice water into the vacuum insulated cup, and then guiding the boiling water or ice water into the insulated cylinder by raising or lowering the level of the vacuum insulated cup, heat exchange with the liquid is achieved through the spiral wine guide tube, which can quickly cool or heat the liquid, making it very convenient.

[0020] By controlling the height of the linear module, the height of the vacuum thermos cup can be adjusted, thereby adjusting the amount of water injected into the thermos. Different amounts of water can quickly adjust the heat conduction efficiency or heat preservation, which is very convenient.

[0021] Automatic temperature regulation and constant temperature maintenance can be achieved by using a water temperature sensor, a room temperature sensor, and a temperature range selected via a button, along with a microcontroller and its built-in timer. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

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[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the wine maker in one embodiment;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the wine maker in one embodiment;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the wine maker in one embodiment;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a vacuum insulated cup in one embodiment;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a block diagram showing the electrical connections of components on a wine maker in one embodiment.

[0029] Reference numerals: 100, Support base; 101, Display screen; 102, Room temperature sensor; 200, Housing; 201, Vent; 300, Dust cover; 301, Protrusion; 400, Vacuum insulated cup; 401, Threaded cap; 402, Vent hole; 403, Water level observation window; 404, Water temperature sensor; 405, Drain outlet; 406, Flexible hose; 407, Connecting wire; 500, Linear module; 600, Spiral wine guide tube; 700, Insulation cylinder; 701, Wine storage tank; 702, Bottom baffle; 703, Wine inlet; 704, Exhaust outlet; 800, Electric valve. Detailed Implementation

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used herein in the specification of the application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application; the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing drawings of this application, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. The terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, or foregoing drawings of this application are used to distinguish different objects, not to describe a particular order.

[0031] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0032] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0033] Example 1

[0034] Please see Figure 1-5 A wine aging device includes a support base 100, an electric valve 800 installed inside the support base 100, a housing 200 fixedly connected to the support base 100, an insulation cylinder 700 installed inside the housing 200, the upper part of the insulation cylinder 700 being configured as a wine storage tank 701, and a spiral wine guide tube 600 installed in the lower part of the insulation cylinder 700. The upper end of the spiral wine guide tube 600 is connected to the wine storage tank 701, and the lower end of the spiral wine guide tube 600 is sealed through the bottom of the insulation cylinder 700 and connected to the electric valve 800; wherein the electric valve 800 consists of a ball valve and a forward and reverse motor for driving the ball valve, or the electric valve 800 is configured as a solenoid valve.

[0035] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 In the middle, a linear module 500 is vertically installed on one side of the housing 200. A vertically arranged vacuum thermos cup 400 is fixedly connected to the sliding seat of the linear module 500. The bottom of the vacuum thermos cup 400 is connected to the lower part of the thermos cylinder 700 through a hose 406.

[0036] During implementation, boiling water or ice water is poured into the vacuum thermos cup 400. The linear module 500 can be controlled by a button, which directly drives the vacuum thermos cup 400 to move up and down, guiding the boiling water or ice water into the thermos 700. Heat exchange with the liquid is achieved through the spiral wine guide tube 600, enabling rapid cooling or heating.

[0037] Specifically, a microcontroller is installed inside the support base 100, and both the electric valve 800 and the linear module 500 are controlled by the microcontroller. The button is electrically connected to the microcontroller, and can be used to operate either the electric valve 800 or the linear module 500.

[0038] like Figure 2As shown, the bottom baffle 702 of the wine storage tank 701 is provided with a wine inlet 703, which is connected to the upper end of the spiral wine guide tube 600. The outlet of the electric valve 800 is connected to the wine outlet on the support base 100. In use, the wine is poured into the wine storage tank 701, and the wine flows down into the spiral wine guide tube 600. When the electric valve 800 is opened, the wine can be dispensed.

[0039] Specifically, a dust cover 300 is fitted onto the upper part of the housing 200. A protrusion 301 is provided at the bottom of the dust cover 300, creating a gap at the bottom to maintain normal atmospheric pressure above the wine storage tank 701, facilitating smooth wine dispensing. An exhaust port 704 is provided on one side of the upper part of the insulation cylinder 700, and an air hole 201 is provided on the housing 200. The exhaust port 704 and air hole 201 facilitate the smooth introduction of boiling water or ice water into the insulation cylinder 700. During implementation, one end of a flexible hose 406 passes through the lower inner part of both the housing 200 and the insulation cylinder 700. The hose 406 is designed to be long enough not to interfere with the normal operation of the linear module 500.

[0040] In implementation, the vacuum insulated cup 400 has a drain outlet 405 connected to its bottom, with a plug installed on the drain outlet 405. A threaded cap 401 is installed on the top of the vacuum insulated cup 400, with a vent hole 402 on the threaded cap 401. A graduated transparent water level observation window 403 is provided on the surface of the vacuum insulated cup 400. In implementation, the drain outlet 405 facilitates drainage after use, while the vent hole 402 helps maintain air pressure balance. Simultaneously, the water level observation window 403 allows observation of the liquid level. Each time boiling or cold water is added, the vacuum insulated cup 400 is first lowered to its lowest position, and then boiling or cold water is added until the designated mark is reached.

[0041] Example 2

[0042] Unlike Embodiment 1, a room temperature sensor 102 is installed on one side of the support base 100, and a water temperature sensor 404 is installed on the vacuum insulated cup 400. The signal output terminals of the room temperature sensor 102 and the water temperature sensor 404 are respectively connected to the signal input terminal of the microcontroller. The water temperature sensor 404 is a high-temperature resistant sensor, and the connecting wire 407 on the water temperature sensor 404 is a spring wire, which does not affect the lifting and lowering of the linear module 500. The support base 100 also has a display screen 101 connected to the microcontroller for easy temperature display and selection.

[0043] Specifically, it can automatically adjust and maintain a constant temperature by using a water temperature sensor 404, a room temperature sensor 102, and selecting a temperature range via a button, and by utilizing a microcontroller and its built-in timer.

[0044] If the room temperature is 5°C and the added boiling water is 95°C, and the wine needs to be heated to 40°C, the microcontroller can directly control the vacuum thermos cup 400 to rise a distance 'a'. After rising a distance 'a', boiling water is injected into the lower part of the thermos cylinder 700 to start heat exchange. After 10 seconds of heat exchange, the vacuum thermos cup 400 descends a distance 'b', and some of the hot water inside the thermos cylinder 700 flows back into the vacuum thermos cup 400. At this height, the remaining hot water in the vacuum thermos cup 400 and the evaporated heat can maintain the temperature of the wine.

[0045] Among them, distance a, distance b, and temperature data are obtained based on product process and testing, and recorded in the memory of the microcontroller. When in use, the program can be executed automatically to achieve automation.

[0046] Example 3

[0047] Unlike Example 2, the upper section of the spiral wine guide tube 600 is made of copper, the middle section is made of aluminum, and the lower section is made of iron; and both the inner and outer surfaces of the spiral wine guide tube 600 are electroplated with a Teflon non-stick layer.

[0048] Among them, the thermal conductivity of copper, aluminum, and iron decreases in that order. Iron has poor thermal conductivity, which is suitable for use when there is a large temperature difference between the vacuum thermos 400 and the thermos 700. This avoids the situation where the local temperature of the liquid is too high due to excessively high thermal conductivity. As the temperature difference between the vacuum thermos 400 and the thermos 700 decreases, the liquid level in the thermos 700 rises and passes through the aluminum and copper parts in sequence, thereby improving the efficiency of heat exchange, which is very convenient.

[0049] Example 4

[0050] Unlike Example 1, this example discloses a more specific spiral wine guide tube 600.

[0051] The spiral wine guide tube 600 has a hollow structure with multiple spirals. After the wine flows into the spiral wine guide tube 600 from the wine inlet 703, it gradually flows downward along the inner wall of the spiral wine guide tube 600. The spiral angle of the spiral wine guide tube 600 is between 4-10°, the pitch is small, and the arrangement of each spiral is relatively dense, so the flow speed of the wine is relatively slow. The number of spirals is about 8-15. The size of the spiral wine guide tube 600 can be modified according to the needs to change the volume of wine it can hold.

[0052] The diameter of each spiral can be equal, making the overall spiral wine guide tube 600 cylindrical. Alternatively, the diameter of each spiral can be unequal, making the longitudinal section of the overall spiral wine guide tube 600 elliptical. The wall thickness of the spiral wine guide tube 600 is approximately 1-3mm, which ensures the strength of the spiral wine guide tube 600 without taking up too much volume.

[0053] After the wine has completely flowed into the spiral wine guide tube 600, the wine inlet 703 comes into contact with the air. At this time, the impurities such as methanol contained in the wine evaporate from the wine inlet 703. Since it takes a certain amount of time for the wine to move from the wine inlet 703 to the wine outlet, when the wine flows out of the wine outlet, the impurities contained in it are reduced, and the wine tastes more fragrant and mellow.

[0054] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. The accompanying drawings show preferred embodiments of this application, but do not limit the patent scope of this application. This application can be implemented in many different forms; rather, the purpose of providing these embodiments is to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the disclosure of this application. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing specific embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any equivalent structures made using the content of this application's specification and drawings, directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields, are similarly within the scope of patent protection of this application.

Claims

1. An alcohol server, characterized by, The utility model provides a wine cooling device, including: Supporting base (100) is installed with electric valve (800) in, fixedly connected with shell (200) on supporting base (100), the inside installation of shell (200) has heat preservation cylinder (700), the inner upper portion of heat preservation cylinder (700) is arranged as wine storage groove (701), and the inner lower portion of heat preservation cylinder (700) is installed with spiral wine guide pipe (600), the upper end of spiral wine guide pipe (600) is communicated with wine storage groove (701), and the lower end of spiral wine guide pipe (600) is sealed and penetrates the bottom of heat preservation cylinder (700) and is communicated with electric valve (800); The vertical installation of shell (200) one side has linear module (500), the sliding seat of linear module (500) is fixedly connected with the vertical arrangement vacuum cup (400), and the bottom of vacuum cup (400) is communicated with the inner lower portion of heat preservation cylinder (700) through hose (406).

2. The alcohol wine device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Single-chip microcomputer controller is installed in supporting base (100), and electric valve (800) and linear module (500) are all controlled by single-chip microcomputer controller.

3. The alcohol server of claim 2, wherein: Room temperature sensor (102) is installed on the side of supporting base (100), water temperature sensor (404) is installed on vacuum cup (400), and the signal output end of room temperature sensor (102) and the signal output end of water temperature sensor (404) are connected with the signal input end of single-chip microcomputer controller respectively.

4. The alcohol server of claim 1, wherein: The bottom baffle (702) of wine storage groove (701) is provided with wine inlet (703), the upper end of spiral wine guide pipe (600) is communicated with wine inlet (703), and the outlet of electric valve (800) is communicated with wine outlet on supporting base (100).

5. The alcohol server of claim 1, wherein: Dust cover (300) is sleeved on the upper end of shell (200), the bottom of dust cover (300) is provided with protrusion (301), the lower part of dust cover (300) is left with gap through protrusion (301), so that the normal atmospheric pressure above wine storage groove (701) is kept.

6. The alcohol server of claim 1, wherein: The upper portion one side of heat preservation cylinder (700) is provided with exhaust port (704), and air hole (201) is arranged on shell (200).

7. The alcohol server of claim 1, wherein: One end of hose (406) penetrates the inner lower portion one side of shell (200) and heat preservation cylinder (700).

8. The alcohol server of claim 1, wherein: The bottom of vacuum cup (400) is connected with drain (405), the plug cover is installed on drain (405), the top of vacuum cup (400) is installed with screw cover (401), the breathable hole (402) is formed in screw cover (401), and the transparent water level observation window (403) with scale is arranged on the surface of vacuum cup (400).

9. The alcohol server of claim 1, wherein: The upper segment of spiral wine guide pipe (600) is made of copper, the middle segment is made of aluminum, and the lower segment is made of iron, and the inner and outer surfaces of spiral wine guide pipe (600) are coated with Teflon non-stick layer.

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