Water tank assembly and barbecue oven

By designing a flexible folding tank and a quick-connect mechanism, the problems of large size and inconvenient transportation of outdoor camping water tanks have been solved, enabling convenient installation and simplified operation of the water tank assembly and improving ease of use.

CN223994774UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-17NINGBO MAICHUHAI INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-14
Publication Date
2026-03-17

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Technical Problem

Existing outdoor camping water tanks are large, inconvenient to move, and complicated to connect with barbecue grills, making them laborious to operate.

Method used

Design a sink assembly including a folding sink body made of flexible foldable material and a rigid support base. The support base is connected to a barbecue grill via a detachable connecting rod and a quick-connect mechanism. The ring-shaped design of the support base stably supports the folding sink body. The folding sink body can be folded axially to reduce space occupation, and the quick-connect mechanism enables quick fixation.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient transportation and quick installation of the sink assembly, reduces space occupation, simplifies the operation process, and improves ease of use.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a sink assembly and barbecue grill relates to outdoor camping tool field, including sink main part and sink support, sink main part includes support seat and folding sink body, folding sink body is connected with the support seat and is supported by the support seat, folding sink body is made of flexible foldable material, and the support seat is connected with the folding sink body. The supporting seat is made of a rigid material; the folding tank body is provided with an inner cavity used for containing water, and the folding tank body can be folded in the axial direction to adjust the length of the folding tank body in the axial direction; the water tank bracket comprises a first supporting piece and a second supporting piece, and the first supporting piece is fixedly connected with the second supporting piece; the first supporting piece is detachably connected to the supporting base, and the second supporting piece is connected with a quick connecting mechanism used for being fixedly connected with other equipment. The water tank overcomes the defects that a water tank in the prior art is large in size and inconvenient to carry and install.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of outdoor camping tools, and in particular to a water tank assembly and a barbecue grill. Background Technology

[0002] Outdoor camping has become a popular leisure activity. During camping, efficient and convenient cooking utensils are essential, along with the need for washing food, hands, and face. Some outdoor camping tools, such as barbecue grills, are equipped with water troughs for users to access water.

[0003] During outdoor camping, it's necessary to move camping equipment such as water tanks and barbecue grills from home to the outdoors and assemble them there. After use, the equipment needs to be disassembled and brought back home. However, existing outdoor camping water tanks are relatively large to ensure sufficient water storage capacity, and they need to be frequently disassembled and reassembled with barbecue grills and other equipment. The connection method between the water tank and the barbecue grill in current technology is quite complicated, making the operation laborious and cumbersome. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing water tanks, such as large size and inconvenience in transportation and installation, this utility model provides a water tank assembly.

[0005] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a sink assembly is provided, the sink assembly including a sink body and a sink support, the sink body including a support base and a folding sink body, the folding sink body being connected to and supported by the support base, the folding sink body being made of a flexible foldable material, the support base being made of a rigid material;

[0007] The folding tank has an inner cavity for containing water, and the folding tank can be folded axially to the length of the folding tank along the axial direction.

[0008] The sink support includes a first support member and a second support member, the first support member being fixedly connected to the second support member; the first support member is detachably connected to the support base, and the second support member is connected to a quick-connect mechanism for fixing other equipment.

[0009] Furthermore, the support base is annular, and the upper groove edge of the folded groove is coaxially connected to the inner ring of the support base.

[0010] Furthermore, the folded groove has a frustum shape with a gradually increasing diameter from bottom to top.

[0011] Furthermore, the folding groove is provided on the periphery of the folding groove, and the folding groove extends circumferentially around the folding groove; at least two folding grooves are provided in parallel and spaced apart.

[0012] Furthermore, the crease groove is a stepped groove with openings on the upper and inner sides, and the crease groove is located on the inner circumference of the folding groove body.

[0013] Furthermore, a connecting rod is fixedly provided on the lower side of the support base, and a connecting hole is provided at one end of the first support member facing the support base, and the connecting rod is engaged with the connecting hole.

[0014] Furthermore, a threaded hole is formed on the periphery of the first support member, the threaded hole is connected to the connecting hole, the threaded hole is threadedly fitted with a locking bolt, the locking bolt passes through the threaded hole and abuts against the connecting rod inserted into the connecting hole.

[0015] Furthermore, the quick-connect mechanism includes a first hoop, a second hoop, a fastening bolt, and a fastening nut. The first hoop and the second hoop form a circular inner cavity. The first end of the first hoop is hinged to the first end of the second hoop. The fastening bolt passes through the second end of the first hoop and the second end of the second hoop. The fastening bolt and the fastening nut are threadedly engaged to fix the first hoop and the second hoop.

[0016] Furthermore, a mounting plate is rotatably connected to the upper side of the support base, and a water pump is fixedly mounted on the mounting plate, with the water outlet of the water pump facing the folded groove.

[0017] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a barbecue grill is provided, the barbecue grill including a grill body, a side plate and a water tank assembly as described above, the side plate being connected to a connecting pipe for fixed connection of the quick-connect mechanism.

[0018] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. The sink assembly includes the sink body and the sink support. The sink body includes a rigid support base and a flexible folding tank. The folding tank has an internal cavity for holding water. The folding tank is made of a flexible and foldable material, which allows it to be folded axially when not in use to reduce space occupation and facilitate the transportation of the sink assembly. When in use, the folding tank can be unfolded axially to provide a larger internal cavity for water storage.

[0020] The sink bracket is detachably connected to the support base via the first support member, thereby supporting the main body of the sink. When not in use, the sink bracket and the main body of the sink can be separated, further facilitating the transport of the sink assembly. The second support member of the sink bracket is equipped with a quick-connect mechanism, which allows the sink bracket to be quickly and easily fixed to other equipment or a countertop, providing quick and convenient support for the main body of the sink.

[0021] Therefore, this water tank assembly can overcome the problems of large size and inconvenient transportation of current water tanks.

[0022] 2. The support base is ring-shaped, and the upper edge of the groove of the folded trough is connected to the inner ring of the support base, so that the support base stably and evenly supports the folded trough along the periphery of the folded trough. The flexible folded trough is not easy to deform due to the lack of support at the edge of the groove, which would cause the folded trough to lose its shape, making the main structure of the water tank more stable.

[0023] 3. The folding tank is shaped like a frustum, with the opening area larger than the bottom area, to facilitate cleaning by the user. Its unequal diameter structure also makes it easy for the folding tank to be folded along the axial direction.

[0024] 4. At least two parallel crease grooves are arranged at intervals around the periphery of the folding groove. The thickness of the folding groove is smaller at the crease groove, so it is easy to deform and bend along the crease groove. Thus, the folding groove can be folded at least twice along at least two crease grooves to reduce the space occupied by the folding groove.

[0025] 5. The lower side of the support base is connected to the first support member through the connecting hole of the connecting rod. The first support member is connected to the first support member through the threaded hole with the locking bolt. By rotating the locking bolt, the connecting rod is pressed against the connecting rod, so that the connecting rod is not easy to move axially after being inserted into the connecting hole, thus fixing the support base and the first support member. This connection method is simple and labor-saving, and makes it convenient for users to disassemble and assemble the first support member and the support base. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of a barbecue grill according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water tank assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a water tank assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of the water tank body and water tank support according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 5This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a quick-connect structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] In the picture:

[0032] 1000. Barbecue grill; 100. Grill body; 200. Side panel; 300. Water tank assembly; 310. Water tank body; 311. Folding tank body; 3111. First tank body; 3112. Second tank body; 3113. Third tank body; 312. Crease groove; 3121. First crease groove; 3122. Second crease groove; 313. Support base; 314. Connecting rod; 320. Water tank bracket; 32 1. First support member; 3211. Connecting hole; 3212. Threaded hole; 3213. Locking bolt; 322. Second support member; 323. Quick-connect mechanism; 3231. First hoop; 3232. Second hoop; 3233. Fastening bolt; 3234. Fastening nut; 3235. Connecting notch; 330. Mounting plate; 340. Magnetic chuck; 350. Water pump; 400. Connecting pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] This embodiment discloses a barbecue grill, referring to... Figure 1 The barbecue grill 1000 includes a grill body 100, side panels 200, and a water tank assembly 300. The grill body 100 is used for heating and grilling food, and the side panels 200 are rotatably mounted on opposite sides of the grill body 100. Initially, the side panels 200 are vertically mounted to reduce the space occupied by the barbecue grill 1000; when using the barbecue grill 1000, the side panels 200 can be rotated relative to the grill body 100 to a horizontal position to support the user during food preparation. The water tank assembly 300 is connected to the side of the grill body 100 where the side panels 200 are located, and the water tank assembly 300 is used for the user to wash food or perform other operations such as washing hands and face.

[0035] A connecting pipe 400 is connected to the side plate 200. The connecting pipe 400 is vertically arranged and fixedly connected to the furnace body 100. In this embodiment, the connecting pipe 400 is a U-shaped pipe, with its middle part fixed parallel to the bottom of the furnace body 100, and its two ends bent upwards and hinged to the side plate 200. The water tank assembly 300 is fixedly connected to the vertically bent part of the connecting pipe 400.

[0036] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The sink assembly 300 includes a sink body 310 and a sink support 320. The sink support 320 is fixedly connected between the connecting pipe 400 and the sink body 310 to vertically support the sink body 310, so that the sink body 310 is at a height suitable for user operation.

[0037] The main body 310 of the sink includes a support base 313 and a folding tank body 311. The folding tank body 311 has an inner cavity for containing water, and is connected to and supported by the support base 313. The support base 313 is fixedly connected to the sink bracket 320. Thus, water is contained in the folding tank body 311, the support base 313 vertically supports the folding tank body 311, and the sink bracket 320 supports the support base 313.

[0038] In this embodiment, the folding tank 311 is made of a flexible foldable material, allowing it to be folded axially to its axial length. When not in use, the folding tank 311 can be folded axially to reduce space occupation and facilitate the transport of the water tank assembly 300; when in use, it can be axially unfolded to provide a larger internal cavity for water storage.

[0039] In this embodiment, the support base 313 is made of a rigid material so that it can stably support the folding groove 311 and maintain its shape. Specifically, in this embodiment, the folding groove 311 can be made of silicone, and the support base 313 can be made of rigid plastic. Furthermore, in other embodiments, the folding groove 311 and the support base 313 can also be made of other suitable materials.

[0040] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 In this embodiment, when the folding groove 311 unfolds axially, it takes the shape of a frustum with a gradually increasing diameter from bottom to top. This makes the groove opening area larger than the bottom area, facilitating cleaning operations using the water tank. Simultaneously, its unequal diameter structure allows the larger diameter upper portion to accommodate the smaller diameter lower portion folded axially, further simplifying axial folding of the folding groove 311. Furthermore, in other embodiments, the folding groove 311 can also unfold into a pyramidal, cylindrical, cubic, or other suitable shape.

[0041] A crease groove 312 is provided on the periphery of the folding groove 311, and the crease groove 312 extends circumferentially around the folding groove 311. At the crease groove 312, the thickness of the folding groove 311 is smaller, so it is easy to deform and bend along the crease groove 312, thereby realizing the folding of the folding groove 311 along the axial direction and reducing the space occupied by the folding groove 311.

[0042] Preferably, at least two crease grooves 312 are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, so that the folding groove 311 can be folded at least twice along at least two crease grooves 312, further reducing the space occupied by the folding groove 311 after axial folding.

[0043] Specifically, in this embodiment, two crease grooves 312 are provided. The lower crease groove 312 is defined as the first crease groove 3121, and the upper crease groove 312 is defined as the second crease groove 3122. The two crease grooves 312 divide the folding groove 311 into three sections, defined from bottom to top as the first groove 3111, the second groove 3112, and the third groove 3113. When the folding groove 311 needs to be folded, the first groove 3111 folds upward relative to the second groove 3112 along the first crease groove 3121, so that the first groove 3111 folds into the second groove 3112; the third groove 3113 folds downward relative to the second groove 3112 along the second crease groove 3122, so that the third groove 3113 folds out of the second groove 3112. This folds the axial length of the folding groove 311 to 1 / 3 of its original length, reducing the space occupied by the folding groove 311.

[0044] Of course, in other embodiments, the number of crease grooves 312 may be one or more, which can be set according to the axial length of the water tank.

[0045] In this embodiment, the crease groove 312 is a stepped groove with open upper and inner sides to facilitate cleaning of the interior of the crease groove 312 and reduce scale buildup. In other embodiments, the crease groove 312 may also be an annular groove with two opposite sides.

[0046] In this embodiment, the crease groove 312 is disposed on the inner peripheral side of the folding groove 311, resulting in better appearance consistency on the outer side of the missing folding groove 311. Furthermore, in other embodiments, the crease groove 312 may also be disposed on the outer peripheral side of the folding groove 311.

[0047] Reference Figure 3 The support base 313 is ring-shaped, and the upper groove edge of the folded groove 311 is coaxially connected to the inner ring of the support base 313. This allows the support base 313 to stably and evenly support the folded groove 311 along the periphery of the folded groove 311. The flexible folded groove 311 is not prone to deformation due to the lack of support at some groove edges, which would cause the folded groove 311 to lose its shape. This makes the structure of the water tank body 310 more stable.

[0048] Reference Figures 1 to 3 A mounting plate 330 is provided on the upper side of the support base 313, and a water pump 350 is fixedly mounted on the mounting plate 330. The water outlet of the water pump 350 faces the folded trough 311. A water pump is installed inside the water pump 350, and the water pump 350 is connected to the water tank through a water pipe to deliver water to the water tank assembly 300 for user use.

[0049] In this embodiment, the mounting plate 330 is pivotally connected to the support base 313, so that the mounting plate 330 can rotate relative to the support base 313 to adjust the position of the water outlet of the water pump 350, so that the user can take water as needed.

[0050] In this embodiment, a magnetic chuck 340 is fixedly installed on the mounting plate 330, and the base of the water pump 350 is made of ferromagnetic material, so that the water pump 350 can be directly magnetically attached to the magnetic chuck 340 when installing the water pump 350, which facilitates the installation and removal of the water pump 350.

[0051] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 The sink support 320 includes a first support member 321 and a second support member 322. In this embodiment, both the first support member 321 and the second support member 322 are tubular components. The first support member 321 is vertically arranged, and the second support member 322 is horizontally fixedly connected to the first support member 321. The first support member 321 is detachably connected to the support base 313, and the second support member 322 is connected to a quick-connect mechanism 323, which connects the second support member 322 to the connecting pipe 400 on the furnace body 100.

[0052] Reference Figure 4 A connecting rod 314 is fixedly provided on the lower side of the support base 313. In this embodiment, the connecting rod 314 is vertically connected to the lower side of the support base 313. The first support member 321 has a connecting hole 3211 at one end facing the support base 313. The connecting rod 314 is fitted into the connecting hole 3211, thereby realizing the connection between the first support member 321 and the support base 313.

[0053] The first support member 321 has a threaded hole 3212 on its circumference, which connects to the connecting hole 3211. A locking bolt 3213 is threaded into the threaded hole 3212, with the head of the bolt 3213 protruding from the threaded hole 3212. When the connecting rod 314 is inserted into the connecting hole 3211, the user can rotate the locking bolt 3213 clockwise, causing it to pass through the threaded hole 3212 and press against the connecting rod 314 inserted into the connecting hole 3211. This friction locks the connecting member, preventing axial movement of the connecting rod 314 after insertion into the connecting hole 3211, thus fixing the support base 313 to the first support member 321. When it is necessary to disassemble the support base 313 and the first support member 321, the locking bolt 3213 can be rotated counterclockwise to release the locking of the connecting rod 314, allowing it to be pulled out of the connecting hole 3211. This connection method is simple and effortless, making it convenient for users to assemble and disassemble the first support component 321 and the support base 313.

[0054] Reference Figures 3 to 5The quick-connect mechanism 323 includes a first clamp 3231, a second clamp 3232, a fastening bolt 3233, and a fastening nut 3234. The first clamp 3231 is fixedly connected to the end of the second support member 322 away from the first support member 321. The first clamp 3231 and the second clamp 3232 together form a circular inner cavity for gripping the connecting pipe 400, and the diameter of the inner cavity is smaller than the outer diameter of the connecting pipe 400.

[0055] The first end of the first hoop 3231 is hinged to the first end of the second hoop 3232. The fastening bolt 3233 passes through the second end of the first hoop 3231 and the second end of the second hoop 3232. The fastening bolt 3233 and the fastening nut 3234 are threaded together to fix the first hoop 3231 and the second hoop 3232.

[0056] The head of the fastening bolt 3233 is hinged to the second end of the first hoop 3231. The second end of the second hoop 3232 has a connecting notch 3235, into which the fastening bolt 3233 can be rotatably inserted. The fastening nut 3234 is located on the side of the second hoop 3232 away from the first hoop 3231 and is screwed onto the fastening bolt 3233 to press the second end of the first hoop 3231 and the second end of the second hoop 3232 together.

[0057] Specifically, when connecting the connecting pipe 400 to the quick-connect mechanism 323, the first hoop 3231 and the second hoop 3232 are fitted around the connecting pipe 400. Then, the first hoop 3231 and the second hoop 3232 are rotated in opposite directions so that the second end of the first hoop 3231 fits into the second end of the second hoop 3232. Then, the fastening bolt 3233 is rotated so that the fastening bolt 3233 is engaged in the connecting notch 3235. Finally, the fastening nut 3234 is rotated to clamp the first hoop 3231 and the second hoop 3232, so that the first hoop 3231 and the second hoop 3232 hold the connecting pipe 400 tightly, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the water tank support 320 and the furnace body 100.

[0058] 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 sink assembly comprising: The sink assembly (300) comprises a sink body (310) and a sink support (320), the sink body (310) comprises a support seat (313) and a folding tank body (311), the folding tank body (311) is connected to the support seat (313) and supported by the support seat (313), the folding tank body (311) is made of flexible foldable material, and the support seat (313) is made of rigid material; The folding tank body (311) has an inner cavity for containing water, and the folding tank body (311) can be folded in the axial direction to the length of the folding tank body (311) in the axial direction; The sink support (320) comprises a first support (321) and a second support (322), the first support (321) is fixedly connected with the second support (322); the first support (321) is detachably connected to the support seat (313), and the second support (322) is connected with a quick connection mechanism (323) for fixedly connecting other devices.

2. A sink assembly as defined in claim 1, wherein, The support seat (313) is annular, and the upper side notch edge of the folding tank body (311) is coaxially connected to the inner ring of the support seat (313).

3. A sink assembly as defined in claim 1, wherein, The folding tank body (311) is a circular truncated cone from bottom to top, and the diameter gradually increases.

4. A sink assembly as defined in claim 3, wherein, The folding tank body (311) is provided with a crease groove (312) on the circumferential side, the crease groove (312) extends along the circumferential annular of the folding tank body (311) for one turn, and the crease grooves (312) are parallel and spaced apart.

5. A sink assembly as defined in claim 4, wherein, The crease groove (312) is a stepped groove with open upper side and inner side, and the crease groove (312) is arranged on the inner circumferential side of the folding tank body (311).

6. A sink assembly as defined in claim 1, wherein, A connecting rod (314) is fixedly arranged on the lower side of the support seat (313), one end of the first support (321) towards the support seat (313) is provided with a connecting hole (3211), and the connecting rod (314) is fitted in the connecting hole (3211).

7. A sink assembly as defined in claim 6, wherein, A threaded hole (3212) is formed in the circumferential side of the first support (321), the threaded hole (3212) is communicated with the connecting hole (3211), a locking bolt (3213) is threadedly fitted in the threaded hole (3212), and the locking bolt (3213) is inserted into the connecting rod (314) in the connecting hole (3211).

8. A sink assembly as defined in claim 1, wherein, The quick connecting mechanism (323) comprises a first hoop body (3231), a second hoop body (3232), a fastening bolt (3233) and a fastening nut (3234), the first hoop body (3231) and the second hoop body (3232) enclose a circular inner cavity; a first end of the first hoop body (3231) is hingedly connected to a first end of the second hoop body (3232), the fastening bolt (3233) passes through a second end of the first hoop body (3231) and a second end of the second hoop body (3232), and the fastening bolt (3233) and the fastening nut (3234) are threadedly connected to fix the first hoop body (3231) and the second hoop body (3232).

9. A sink assembly as defined in claim 1, wherein, A mounting plate (330) is rotatably connected to an upper side of the support base (313), and a water presser (350) is fixedly arranged on the mounting plate (330), with a water outlet of the water presser (350) facing the folding groove body (311).

10. A barbecue grill characterized by, The barbecue oven (1000) comprises an oven body (100), a side plate (200) and the water tank assembly (300) according to any one of claims 1-9, and the side plate (200) is connected with a connecting pipe (400) for fixing connection of the quick connecting mechanism (323).