Material opening structure and baking equipment
By using the same first and second troughs in the feed inlet structure of the waffle machine, and setting an overflow trough and overflow box, the problems of high manufacturing cost and inconvenient overflow of the feed inlet structure are solved, achieving the effects of cost saving and convenient installation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-02
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
The existing waffle machine's feed inlet structure has high manufacturing costs and is not convenient for receiving overflow liquid, requiring two molds to be installed at different locations.
Design a material inlet structure in which the first and second tanks have the same structure to form a material inlet, and an overflow groove is provided on the tank to facilitate the installation of the overflow box. The overflow box is snapped into the tank for easy disassembly and cleaning.
By using a shared mold to manufacture the tank, the manufacturing cost of the material outlet structure was reduced. Furthermore, the design of the overflow trough and overflow box effectively solved the overflow problem and simplified the installation and cleaning process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of baking equipment technology, and in particular to a feed inlet structure and baking equipment. Background Technology
[0002] A waffle maker typically consists of two interlocking baking pans. Waffles are made by filling a cavity between the two pans with batter and then baking them. Currently, the filling port of existing waffle makers is usually located on the upper side or directly above the baking pans, with excess batter overflowing through an overflow outlet on one side. The problem is that this single-sided overflow design requires careful positioning of the two baking pans during installation, and also necessitates the use of two molds, resulting in high manufacturing costs. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a feed inlet structure and baking equipment to solve the problems of high manufacturing cost and inconvenience in receiving overflow liquid in the existing feed inlet structure.
[0004] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] The feed inlet structure includes:
[0006] The first groove has a first groove, and the upper and lower ends of the first groove are connected through each other.
[0007] The second tank has a second groove, which is connected at both ends. The first tank and the second tank have the same structure. The openings of the first groove and the second groove are opposite each other and their walls abut each other to form a filling port. The filling direction of the filling port is vertical.
[0008] The injection port is provided with two overflow grooves, which are arranged to extend away from the injection port;
[0009] An overflow box is provided below the overflow trough. The receiving port of the overflow box is positioned directly opposite the overflow trough to receive the overflowing liquid. The overflow box is snapped into the first tank and / or the second tank.
[0010] In some embodiments, when the two overflow channels intersect with the mating surfaces of the first channel and the second channel, an overflow box is provided, the overflow box having a U-shaped structure, the two ends of the U-shaped structure being fitted onto the first channel and engaging with the first channel, or the two ends of the U-shaped structure being fitted onto the second channel and engaging with the second channel.
[0011] In some embodiments, when the two overflow channels are respectively located on both sides of the mating surface of the first channel and the second channel, there are two overflow boxes, both of which are U-shaped structures. The two ends of the two U-shaped structures are respectively fitted onto the first channel and the second channel and respectively snapped into the first channel and the second channel.
[0012] In some embodiments, the outer side wall of the first groove and / or the second groove is provided with a snap-fit groove, and the overflow box is provided with a snap-fit part that engages with the snap-fit groove.
[0013] In some embodiments, the first groove and the second groove are respectively provided with two snap-fit grooves, and the two snap-fit grooves are spaced apart at both ends of the first groove and the second groove along the mating surface of the first groove and the second groove.
[0014] In some embodiments, the feed inlet structure further includes a base, which is disposed around the outer walls of the first and second troughs and located below the overflow trough, and the snap-fit groove is disposed on the base.
[0015] Baking equipment includes a first baking tray and a second baking tray. The first baking tray and the second baking tray are provided with the material inlet structure provided by this utility model at the top of the vertical direction. The bottom end of the first groove of the material inlet structure is connected to the top of the first baking tray to form a first structure, and the bottom end of the second groove is connected to the top of the second baking tray to form a second structure. The first structure and the second structure have the same structure and are arranged opposite to each other.
[0016] In some embodiments, the first baking tray and the first groove are integral structures, and the second baking tray and the second groove are integral structures.
[0017] In some embodiments, the baking equipment further includes two housings rotatably connected, with mounting grooves at the top of the two housings. The first baking tray and the second baking tray are respectively disposed inside the two housings, and the outer walls of the first groove and the second groove respectively abut against the inner walls of the two mounting grooves. The base of the feed inlet structure is disposed on the housing.
[0018] In some embodiments, the overflow box of the feed inlet structure is disposed in conjunction with the outer side wall of the housing.
[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0020] The material inlet structure provided by this utility model includes a first tank, a second tank, and an overflow box. The second tank and the first tank have the same structure, and the openings of the first groove of the first tank and the second groove of the second tank are opposite each other and their walls abut each other, forming the material inlet of the material inlet structure. Thus, the first tank and the second tank can be manufactured using a single mold, saving manufacturing costs for the material inlet structure. Two overflow grooves are provided through the material inlet, and the bottom of the second overflow groove extends away from the material inlet, making it easy to place the overflow box directly below the overflow groove to collect the liquid, thus solving the overflow problem. The snap-fit connection between the overflow box and the first tank and / or the second tank facilitates the disassembly, cleaning, and installation of the overflow box. Attached Figure Description
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the closed state structure of the baking equipment provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram of region A in the middle;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a partially exploded structural diagram of the baking equipment provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0024] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram of region B in the middle;
[0025] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram of region C in the middle;
[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the baking equipment in the open state provided in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the closed state structure of the baking equipment provided in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the baking equipment in the open state provided in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.
[0029] In the picture:
[0030] 100. Waffle maker; 101. First baking tray; 102. Second baking tray; 103. Housing;
[0031] 1. First tank; 2. Second tank; 21. Bottom of first tank; 22. Tank wall; 3. Overflow box; 31. Snap-fit part; 4. Overflow groove; 41. Bottom of second tank; 5. Base; 51. Snap-fit groove. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.
[0033] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0034] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0035] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," and "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.
[0036] Example 1:
[0037] like Figures 1-6As shown, Embodiment 1 of this utility model provides a feed inlet structure, taking its application in a waffle maker 100 as an example. The waffle maker 100 includes a first baking tray 101, a second baking tray 102, and two housings 103 rotatably connected. The rotating shaft is arranged in a vertical direction. The top of the two housings 103 is provided with a mounting groove. The first baking tray 101 and the second baking tray 102 are respectively disposed inside the two housings 103. The top of the first baking tray 101 and the second baking tray 102 in the vertical direction is provided with the feed inlet structure provided by this utility model. The outer peripheral wall of the feed inlet structure fits against the groove wall of the mounting groove. When the two housings 103 are rotated and fastened, the first baking tray 101 and the second baking tray 102 are fastened together to form a cavity. The feed inlet structure forms a feeding port, and the liquid for making waffles can be injected into the cavity through the feeding port of the feed inlet structure.
[0038] The material inlet structure provided in this embodiment includes a first groove 1, a second groove 2, and an overflow box 3. The first groove 1 has a first groove, and the upper and lower ends of the first groove are connected through each other. The second groove 2 has a second groove, and the upper and lower ends of the second groove are connected through each other. The structures of the first groove 1 and the second groove 2 are the same. The openings of the first groove and the second groove are opposite each other and the groove walls 22 abut against each other to form a material inlet. The material inlet is injected in the vertical direction. Figure 1 (Z-direction); the injection port is provided with two overflow grooves 4. It can be understood that the first tank body 1 and the second tank body 2 are both provided with overflow grooves 4 that connect to the injection port; the second bottom 41 of the overflow groove 4 extends away from the injection port; the overflow box 3 is located below the overflow groove 4, and the receiving port of the overflow box 3 is set directly opposite the overflow groove 4 to receive the overflow liquid. The overflow box 3 is snapped into the first tank body 1 and / or the second tank body 2.
[0039] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the feed inlet structure provided by this utility model is set directly above the waffle machine 100 in the vertical direction (Z direction). The two housings 103 of the waffle machine 100 can rotate and open around the Z-axis. In the feed inlet structure, the first groove 1 and the second groove 2 have the same structure and are arranged opposite to each other. That is, the openings of the first groove of the first groove 1 and the second groove of the second groove 2 are opposite to each other and the end faces of the groove walls 22 abut against each other, forming the feed inlet of the feed inlet structure. The second groove 2 has the same structure as the first groove 1, so that the first groove 1 and the second groove 2 can be manufactured using a single mold, saving the manufacturing cost of the feed inlet structure. By setting an overflow groove 4 on the first groove 1 and the second groove 2, the second bottom 41 of the overflow groove 4 extends in a direction away from the center of the feed inlet, making it easy to place the overflow box 3 directly below the overflow groove 4 to receive the liquid, thus solving the overflow problem. The snap-fit connection between the overflow box 3 and the first groove 1 and / or the second groove 2 makes it easy to disassemble, clean and install the overflow box 3.
[0040] In some embodiments, when the two overflow channels 4 intersect with the mating surfaces of the first channel 1 and the second channel 2, an overflow box 3 is provided. The overflow box 3 has a U-shaped structure, with the first channel 1 sleeved at both ends of the U-shaped structure and snapped into the first channel 1, or the second channel 2 sleeved at both ends of the U-shaped structure and snapped into the second channel 2.
[0041] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, taking the second tank 2 as an example, the second tank is arranged vertically. The first tank bottoms 21 of the first tank and the second tank are arranged opposite each other. The top of the tank wall 22 on both sides of the first tank bottom 21 of the second tank along the X direction is opened with overflow grooves 4. The overflow grooves 4 connect the top of the injection port and the two sides of the tank wall 22. The two overflow grooves 4 are arranged at both ends of the material port structure along the X direction. At this time, the mating surface of the first tank 1 and the second tank 2 passes through the two overflow grooves 4 at the same time, that is, intersects with the overflow grooves 4. It can be understood that the tank wall 22 of the first tank 1 and the second tank 2 are respectively provided with the partial groove structure of the two overflow grooves 4. After splicing and fastening, the overflow grooves 4 are formed. The top of the overflow box 3 is an open receiving port, and both ends are extended along the Y direction so that the receiving port can be completely received below the overflow grooves 4. The second bottom 41 of the overflow trough 4 is lower than the top end face of the inlet structure. The length of the second bottom 41 of the overflow trough 4 extending away from the center of the inlet allows the liquid in the overflow trough 4 to overflow to the top of the overflow box 3 and fall into the overflow box 3, facilitating the setting and installation of the overflow box 3. In this embodiment, the overflow box 3 is snapped onto the second trough 2 along the Y direction. In other embodiments, the overflow box 3 can also be snapped onto the first trough 1 along the Y direction, which is flexible and convenient to install. The overflow box 3 is located on both sides of the housing 103 along the Y direction and fits against the outer wall of the housing 103, providing good stability and saving installation space. It is understood that... Figure 2 and Figure 3 The two overflow channels 4 shown are symmetrically arranged about the mating surfaces of the first channel 1 and the second channel 2. The overflow box 3 extends to the top of the opposite housing 103 at both ends to achieve overflow collection. The overflow box 3 is subjected to balanced force and has good installation stability. When the two overflow channels 4 are asymmetrical about the mating surfaces, that is, when the mating surfaces pass through the non-centerline position of the overflow channels 4, the overflow box 3 can still achieve overflow collection by extending to the top of the opposite housing 103 at both ends or beyond the top of the housing 103 along the Y direction. Moreover, the overflow box 3 can still be arbitrarily set on the left or right housing 103 and snapped in place.
[0042] In some embodiments, the outer side wall of the first groove 1 and / or the second groove 2 is provided with a snap-fit groove 51, and the overflow box 3 is provided with a snap-fit part 31 that engages with the snap-fit groove 51.
[0043] like Figures 3-5As shown, two sets of snap-fit slots 51 are provided along the X-direction. The two sets of snap-fit slots 51 are located at the ends of the first groove 1 and the second groove 2, respectively. Each set of two snap-fit slots 51 are spaced apart along the mating surface (Y-direction). When the overflow box 3 is installed along the Y-direction, the two snap-fit parts 31 on the overflow box 3 along the X-direction are respectively snapped into the two opposite snap-fit slots 51 in each set. The snap-fit part 31 can be a protruding structure protruding from the outer wall of the overflow box 3, specifically located at the corner of the U-shaped structure. The snap-fit method facilitates the installation and disassembly of the overflow box 3. By providing a set of snap-fit slots 51 on the first groove 1 and the second groove 2 respectively, the overflow box 3 can be installed by snapping into any set of snap-fit slots 51, making the operation more flexible and convenient.
[0044] In some embodiments, the feed inlet structure further includes a base 5, which is disposed around the outer wall of the first groove 1 and the second groove 2 and located below the overflow groove 4, and a snap-fit groove 51 is disposed on the base 5.
[0045] like Figure 2 To facilitate the installation of the snap-fit slot 51, a base 5 is provided on the outer peripheral wall of the first groove 1 and the second groove 2. The base 5 is detachably installed on the top of the housing 103 or the first groove 1 or the second groove 2. Preferably, the base 5 comprises two identical parts, which are respectively located on the bottom outer wall of the first groove 1 and the second groove 2. The base 5 is detachably connected to the top of the two housings 103 so that when the two housings 103 are opened, the two parts of the base 5 can be opened and closed, and can also drive the corresponding overflow box 3 to open and close. The opening and closing action does not affect the disassembly and assembly of the overflow box 3. The two identical base parts 5 have the same structure and are arranged opposite each other. Multiple pairs can be made using a single mold, saving manufacturing costs.
[0046] Example 2:
[0047] Based on the material inlet structure provided in Embodiment 1, this embodiment only describes the differences. In this embodiment, the two overflow grooves 4 at the material inlet are located on both sides of the mating surface of the first groove 1 and the second groove 2, respectively. There are two overflow boxes 3, both of which are U-shaped. The two ends of the two U-shaped structures are respectively fitted onto the first groove 1 and the second groove 2 and respectively snapped into the first groove 1 and the second groove 2.
[0048] like Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, in this embodiment, two overflow channels 4 are symmetrically arranged at the ends of the first bottom 21 of the first channel body 1 and the second channel body 2. The first channel body 1 and the second channel body 2 are axially symmetrical about the center lines along the Y and X directions of the injection port. The overflow channels 4 connect the inner and outer sides of the injection port and the top end of the injection port. The first channel body 1 and the second channel body 2 have the same structure and are arranged opposite each other. Therefore, the first channel body 1 and the second channel body 2 can be manufactured using a single mold, saving production costs and improving production efficiency. In this embodiment, two overflow boxes 3 are used, which are respectively attached to the bases 5 on the outer periphery of the first channel body 1 and the second channel body 2 to receive the overflow liquid from the two overflow channels 4. It can be understood that, depending on the position of the two overflow channels 4, two overflow boxes 3 with the same structure can be selected, which has good versatility and is easy to operate.
[0049] It is understandable that, based on the above-mentioned two overflow channels 4 being respectively set at the first bottom 21 of the first tank body 1 and the second tank body 2, the two overflow channels 4 can also be partially set at the first bottom 21 and partially set at the tank wall 22, so that the two overflow channels 4 are centrally symmetrical about the center point of the injection port. In this case, since the two overflow channels 4 are still located on both sides of the mating surface and intersect with the mating surface, the use of two overflow boxes 3 can realize the separate reception of the two overflow channels 4. In this embodiment, when two overflow boxes 3 are used, the two ends of the two overflow boxes 3 abut against the rear end faces of the first tank body 1 and the second tank body 2 respectively, so as to form a circumferential receiving port on the outer periphery of the first tank body 1 and the second tank body 2.
[0050] Example 3:
[0051] This embodiment four provides a baking device, which includes two rotatably connected housings 103, and also includes a first baking tray 101 and a second baking tray 102. The top of the first baking tray 101 and the second baking tray 102 in the vertical direction are provided with the material inlet structure provided in embodiment one or embodiment two. The first groove 1 is provided at the top of the first baking tray 101 to form a first structure, and the second groove 2 is provided at the top of the second baking tray 102 to form a second structure. The first structure and the second structure have the same structure.
[0052] It is understood that the first and second structures have the same structure and are positioned opposite each other on the inner walls of the two shells 103. Therefore, the first and second structures can share a single mold during manufacturing, saving manufacturing costs and improving manufacturing efficiency. The resulting baking equipment has a first baking tray 101 integrated with the first trough 1, and a second baking tray 102 integrated with the second trough 2. This simplifies the manufacturing process and reduces manufacturing costs.
[0053] In the baking equipment provided in this embodiment, such as the waffle maker 100, the top of the housing 103 is provided with an installation groove. The rotating shafts of the two housings 103 are arranged along the Z direction and located on one side of the two housings 103. The first baking tray 101 and the second baking tray 102 are respectively arranged inside the two housings 103, and the outer walls of the first groove 1 and the second groove 2 respectively abut against the inner walls of the two installation grooves. The base 5 of the material outlet structure is arranged on the housing 103 and located at the top. The two ends of the overflow box 3 of the material outlet structure are fitted with the first groove 1 or the second groove 2. The middle part of the overflow box 3 is attached to the outer wall of the housing 103 away from the first baking tray 101 or the second baking tray 102, which increases the contact area between the overflow box 3 and the housing 103 and improves the installation stability of the overflow box 3.
[0054] In this embodiment, the overflow box 3 is arranged on the outer side of the two housings 103 along the Y direction. The overflow box 3 does not need to be removed when the housings 103 are opened and closed. The overflow box 3 fits well with the outer side wall of the housing 103, which helps to improve the installation stability of the overflow box 3 and makes reasonable use of the external space of the two housings 103 along the Y direction.
[0055] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A feed inlet structure, characterized in that, The feed inlet structure includes: The first groove (1) has a first groove, and the upper and lower ends of the first groove are connected through each other. The second tank (2) has a second groove, and the upper and lower ends of the second groove are connected. The first tank (1) and the second tank (2) have the same structure. The openings of the first groove and the second groove are opposite to each other and the groove walls (22) abut against each other to form a material injection port. The material injection direction of the material injection port is along the vertical direction. The injection port is provided with two overflow grooves (4), and the overflow grooves (4) are arranged to extend away from the injection port; Overflow box (3), the overflow box (3) is located below the overflow trough (4), the receiving port of the overflow box (3) is set facing the overflow trough (4) to receive the overflow liquid, and the overflow box (3) is snapped into the first tank body (1) and / or the second tank body (2).
2. The feed inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the two overflow channels (4) intersect with the mating surfaces of the first channel (1) and the second channel (2), the overflow box (3) is provided. The overflow box (3) has a U-shaped structure. The two ends of the U-shaped structure are fitted with the first channel (1) and snapped with the first channel (1), or the two ends of the U-shaped structure are fitted with the second channel (2) and snapped with the second channel (2).
3. The feed inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the two overflow channels (4) are located on both sides of the mating surface of the first channel (1) and the second channel (2), there are two overflow boxes (3). Both overflow boxes (3) are U-shaped. The two ends of the two U-shaped structures are respectively fitted with the first channel (1) and the second channel (2) and respectively snapped into the first channel (1) and the second channel (2).
4. The feed inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer side wall of the first tank (1) and / or the second tank (2) is provided with a snap-fit groove (51), and the overflow box (3) is provided with a snap-fit part (31) that engages with the snap-fit groove (51).
5. The feed inlet structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first groove (1) and the second groove (2) are respectively provided with two snap-fit grooves (51), and the two snap-fit grooves (51) are arranged at intervals at both ends of the first groove (1) and the second groove (2) along the mating surface of the first groove (1) and the second groove (2).
6. The feed inlet structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The feed inlet structure also includes a base (5), which is arranged around the outer wall of the first groove (1) and the second groove (2) and located below the overflow groove (4). The snap-fit groove (51) is provided on the base (5).
7. Baking equipment, characterized in that, The invention includes a first baking pan (101) and a second baking pan (102). The top of the first baking pan (101) and the second baking pan (102) along the vertical direction is provided with a feeding port structure as described in any one of claims 1-6. The bottom end of the first groove (1) of the feeding port structure is connected to the top end of the first baking pan (101) to form a first structure, and the bottom end of the second groove (2) is connected to the top end of the second baking pan (102) to form a second structure. The first structure and the second structure have the same structure and are arranged opposite to each other.
8. The baking apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first baking pan (101) and the first groove (1) are an integral structure, and the second baking pan (102) and the second groove (2) are an integral structure.
9. The baking apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes two housings (103) that are rotatably connected. The top of the two housings (103) is provided with a mounting groove. The first baking tray (101) and the second baking tray (102) are respectively located inside the two housings (103) and the outer walls of the first groove (1) and the second groove (2) respectively abut against the inner walls of the two mounting grooves. The base (5) of the feed port structure is located on the housing (103).
10. The baking apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, The overflow box (3) of the material outlet structure is fitted to the outer side wall of the housing (103).