Food waste disposer

Abstract

The utility model discloses a food waste disposer, and relates to the field of waste disposal. According to the food waste disposer, the positioning mechanism is matched with other parts, so that the food waste disposer can flexibly cope with the distance difference between different household kitchen water tanks and a cabinet body, and the mounting height and position of the device can be quickly adjusted by screwing a hand-screwing bolt, pulling a positioning ring and rotating a threaded cylinder; the installation adaptability of the product is improved, the device can almost adapt to various complex space structures below the kitchen sink, the multiple fixing plates, the positioning frame and the supporting base are tightly matched to effectively prevent the supporting base from shaking in the using process, and the threaded barrel accurately adjusts the height of the supporting base to ensure reasonable dispersion of the weight of the device body. A rubber positioning pad at the bottom of the supporting seat further enhances the friction force with the cabinet body, so that the stability of the food waste disposer during operation is guaranteed, the use experience of a user is improved, and meanwhile, the damage to the water tank and the cabinet body caused by long-term shaking is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of waste disposal, specifically a food waste disposer. Background Technology

[0002] In modern life, with the improvement of people's living standards, the amount of food waste generated in the kitchen is increasing day by day. Food waste mainly includes leftovers, leftover rice, vegetable leaves, fruit peels, fish bones, vegetable stalks, eggshells, tea dregs, bones, and shells. This waste not only includes raw materials and finished products needed for family meals, but also covers a large amount of kitchen residue. If not handled properly, food waste is prone to breed bacteria and produce odors, which will have an adverse impact on the living environment and people's health. Therefore, efficient and reasonable handling of food waste has become an important task to ensure the quality of life and environmental hygiene.

[0003] Currently, various methods and devices have emerged on the market to handle food waste. Food waste disposers are one of the most common and practical tools. They grind food waste into small particles, which are then drained into the pipes with the help of water flow, preventing the waste from flowing directly into the sewer and causing blockages when washing the sink. Existing food waste disposers usually have basic grinding functions and can handle common food waste. Some products are also constantly being upgraded, adding functions such as automatic cleaning and overload protection, which improves the user experience to a certain extent. At the same time, there have been improvements in appearance design and ease of installation, making it easier to integrate into the kitchen environment and perform installation operations.

[0004] However, in actual use, it has been found that existing food waste disposers have shortcomings in terms of installation and stability. Due to the significant differences in the space structure under the sink in different family kitchens, and the varying distances between the sink and the cabinets below, existing food waste disposers often cannot flexibly adapt to these differences. After installation, some food waste disposers cannot effectively distribute their own weight, causing excessive pressure on the bottom of the sink, which may damage the sink with long-term use. Moreover, if the disposer is not stable during use, it will cause shaking and noise, affecting the user experience. Therefore, how to improve the installation adaptability and operational stability of food waste disposers in different kitchen environments has become an urgent problem to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Therefore, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a food waste disposer to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background section.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a food waste disposer, comprising a body, wherein a positioning ring is slidably mounted on the outer wall of the body, and a positioning mechanism for limiting the positioning ring is provided on the body and the positioning ring;

[0007] A fixing plate is installed at the bottom of the positioning ring, and a support base is provided below the fixing plate. The support base is equipped with a positioning frame that is slidably connected to the fixing plate, and a threaded cylinder corresponding to the fixing plate is rotatably installed on the top of the support base. The outer wall of the fixing plate is provided with threads that are threadedly connected to the threaded cylinder.

[0008] The positioning mechanism includes a rack installed on the outer wall of the device body, a positioning block slidably mounted on the positioning ring, and teeth corresponding to the rack installed at the end of the positioning block. When the positioning block slides towards the device body, the teeth on its outer wall will connect with the core of the rack.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solutions, the sliding installation of the positioning ring and the body, as well as the positioning mechanism, lay the foundation for height adjustment; the connection design of the positioning ring with the fixing plate, support base, etc., constructs a stable support system, allowing the product to adapt to different distances between the sink and the cabinet, thus enhancing its practicality.

[0010] Furthermore, multiple fixing plates are installed at equal angles at the bottom of the positioning ring, and the number is greater than two, and the width of the fixing plates is less than the distance between the fixing plates.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solutions, the support is made more stable and the force is more even, avoiding shaking or damage caused by uneven support.

[0012] Furthermore, the support base has multiple sets of through slots at equal angles, and the through slots penetrate the support base, and a rubber positioning pad is provided at the bottom of the support base.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solutions, the through groove of the support base reduces weight, saves materials, lowers costs, and facilitates handling. At the same time, the rubber positioning pad increases the friction between the support base and the cabinet, preventing displacement during use, improving stability, reducing noise and wear on the cabinet, and enhancing the user experience.

[0014] Furthermore, the positioning frame consists of a set of arc-shaped plates and two sets of rectangular plates. The arc-shaped plates in the positioning frame are slidably connected to the outer wall of the fixing plate without threads, and the two sets of rectangular plates in the positioning frame are slidably connected to the outer walls on both sides of the fixing plate. The width of the rectangular plates is less than the thickness of the fixing plate.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the rotation of the support base is precisely restricted, ensuring that it can only slide up and down, making the adjustment more stable and accurate, ensuring effective support, and enhancing the reliability of the product.

[0016] Furthermore, multiple handles are installed at equal angles on the outer wall of the threaded cylinder.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the handle provides a force point for the user to rotate the threaded cylinder, increasing friction and making it easier and more convenient to adjust the height of the support seat, improving operational convenience, reducing adjustment difficulty, and enhancing product usability.

[0018] Furthermore, the positioning ring can only slide on the device body, and the inner wall of the positioning ring has multiple sets of limiting grooves corresponding to the rack.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the positioning ring can be moved stably and avoid shaking or deviation. The limiting groove is used to prevent the rack from affecting the normal sliding of the positioning ring.

[0020] Furthermore, the positioning mechanism includes a hand-tightening bolt threaded into the positioning ring and rotatably connected to the positioning block, and the positioning ring has an adjustment groove corresponding to the positioning block.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, no additional tools are needed; the longitudinal movement of the positioning ring can be quickly released or restricted by hand, enabling flexible adjustment of the positioning ring height and improving the product's usability.

[0022] In summary, the present invention has the following main advantages:

[0023] This invention, through the cooperation of the positioning mechanism and other components, enables the food waste disposer to flexibly adapt to the varying distances between kitchen sinks and cabinets in different households. By simply tightening the hand-tightening bolts, pulling the positioning ring, and rotating the threaded cylinder, the installation height and position of the device can be quickly adjusted, greatly improving the product's installation adaptability. It can accommodate almost any complex space structure under a kitchen sink. Multiple evenly distributed fixing plates provide a stable support base. The tight fit between the positioning frame and the support base effectively prevents the support base from shaking during use. The precise adjustment of the support base height by the threaded cylinder ensures the reasonable distribution of the disposer's weight. The rubber positioning pad at the bottom of the support base further enhances the friction between the disposer and the cabinet, reducing shaking and noise caused by machine vibration during use. This ensures the stability of the food waste disposer during operation, improves the user experience, and also avoids damage to the sink and cabinet caused by prolonged shaking. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram illustrating the use of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning ring of this utility model after it has been cut open;

[0027] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the components of this utility model.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Body; 2. Positioning ring; 3. Fixing plate; 4. Support base; 5. Positioning frame; 6. Threaded cylinder; 7. Handle; 8. Rack; 81. Limiting groove; 9. Positioning block; 10. Hand-tightening bolt; 11. Adjustment groove. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0030] This invention aims to provide a food waste disposer that can adapt to different kitchen environments, is stable to install, and offers a good user experience, thereby addressing the shortcomings of existing products in terms of installation and operational stability.

[0031] The embodiments of this utility model will be described below based on its overall structure.

[0032] A food waste disposer, such as Figure 1 - Figure 4 As shown, the core components of this food waste disposer include a body 1, a positioning ring 2, a fixing plate 3, a support base 4, a positioning frame 5, and a threaded cylinder 6. The body 1 serves as the main part, and its outer wall is slidably connected to the positioning ring 2. The positioning ring 2 can move up and down along the outer wall of the body 1. This design provides a basis for adjusting the position according to actual installation needs. Multiple fixing plates 3 are installed at equal angles at the bottom of the positioning ring 2, and the number is more than two. The width of the fixing plates 3 is smaller than the distance between the fixing plates 3. This layout ensures the stability of the structure and leaves space for connection and adjustment with other components. A support base 4 is set below the fixing plate 3, and the support base 4 is connected to the fixing plate 3 through the positioning frame 5 and the threaded cylinder 6.

[0033] The positioning mechanism in this embodiment is key to achieving flexible installation. It consists of a rack 8 mounted on the outer wall of the device body 1, a positioning block 9 slidably mounted on the positioning ring 2, a hand-tightening bolt 10 threadedly mounted inside the positioning ring 2 and rotatably connected to the positioning block 9, and an adjustment groove 11 inside the positioning ring 2 corresponding to the positioning block 9. When it is necessary to adjust the position of the positioning ring 2 on the device body 1, the user tightens the hand-tightening bolt 10. Since the hand-tightening bolt 10 is threadedly connected to the positioning ring 2 and rotatably connected to the positioning block 9, and the positioning block 9 is restricted by the adjustment groove 11, the bolt 8 is adjusted according to the position of the positioning block 9. Based on the lever principle, the rotation of the hand-tightening bolt 10 will cause the positioning block 9 to slide within the adjusting groove 11. When the positioning block 9 slides towards the body 1, the teeth at the end of the positioning block 9 engage with the rack 8, thereby restricting the position of the positioning ring 2. When the positioning block 9 slides away from the body 1, the teeth separate from the rack 8, and the longitudinal restriction of the positioning ring 2 is released. At this time, the user can manually pull the positioning ring 2 up and down according to the distance between the sink and the cabinet. After adjusting it to a suitable position, the hand-tightening bolt 10 is tightened again to re-engage the teeth of the positioning block 9 with the rack 8 and fix the positioning ring 2.

[0034] Meanwhile, multiple sets of limiting grooves 81 corresponding to the rack 8 are opened on the inner wall of the positioning ring 2. By setting the limiting grooves 81, the rack 8 will not affect the normal lifting and lowering movement of the positioning ring 2.

[0035] For example, a threaded cylinder 6 is rotatably mounted on the top of the support base 4. The outer wall of the fixing plate 3 is provided with threads that match the threaded cylinder 6. When it is necessary to adjust the height of the support base 4, the user can achieve this by rotating the threaded cylinder 6. Multiple handles 7 are installed at equal angles on the outer wall of the threaded cylinder 6 to facilitate the user's application of force to rotate the threaded cylinder 6. Since the threaded cylinder 6 is rotatably connected to the support base 4, and the support base 4 is restricted from rotating by the positioning frame 5 and the fixing plate 3, the support base 4 will slide up and down along the fixing plate 3 when the threaded cylinder 6 is rotated. The positioning frame 5 consists of a set of arc-shaped plates and two sets of rectangular plates. The arc-shaped plates are slidably connected to the outer wall of the fixing plate 3 without threads, and the two sets of rectangular plates are slidably connected to the outer walls on both sides of the fixing plate 3. The width of the rectangular plates is... The thickness is less than that of the fixed plate 3. This structural design allows the positioning frame 5 to effectively restrict the rotation of the support base 4 while ensuring the smoothness of the support base 4 during its up-and-down sliding. Multiple through slots are opened at equal angles on the support base 4, which reduces its own weight and saves materials. The rubber positioning pad at the bottom enhances the stability and anti-slip properties when in contact with the cabinet. In actual use, if the gap between the bottom of the appliance 1 and the cabinet is small, the user can directly rotate the threaded cylinder 6 through the handle 7 to make the support base 4 slide down until the bottom of the support base 4 is in contact with the cabinet, providing support for the appliance 1. If the gap is large, the position of the positioning ring 2 should be adjusted first through the positioning mechanism, and then the height of the support base 4 should be adjusted in the above manner.

[0036] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: after the body 1 is connected to the bottom of the stainless steel sink, when the bottom of the body 1 is not in contact with the cabinet (or the ground or other supporting surfaces under the body, which will be referred to as the cabinet in the following description), the position of the support base 4 is adjusted according to the actual distance.

[0037] When the gap between the bottom of the vessel 1 and the cabinet is small, the user then rotates the threaded cylinder 6 through the handle 7. Since the threaded cylinder 6 and the support base 4 are rotatably connected, and the support base 4 is restricted by the positioning frame 5 and the fixing plate 3, the support base 4 will not rotate, causing the support base 4 to slide downward until the bottom of the support base 4 is in contact with the cabinet. At this time, the support base 4 will be supported by the cabinet. Since the support base 4 supports the fixing plate 3 through the threaded cylinder 6, and the fixing plate 3 is fixedly connected to the positioning ring 2, the vessel 1 will be supported at this time, thereby avoiding the pressure of the weight of the vessel 1 on the bottom of the stainless steel sink, and increasing the applicability of the vessel 1. In addition, since the position of the positioning ring 2 has not changed during the above adjustment process, and the setting position of the fixing plate 3 and the positioning frame 5 corresponds to the position of the rack 8, the rack 8 will not be directly exposed in the user's field of vision after the adjustment, thus ensuring aesthetics to a certain extent.

[0038] When the gap between the bottom of the appliance body 1 and the cabinet is large, first tighten the hand-tightening bolt 10. Since the hand-tightening bolt 10 is threadedly connected to the positioning ring 2 and rotatably connected to the positioning block 9, and since the positioning block 9 is restricted by the adjusting groove 11, the hand-tightening bolt 10 will drive the positioning block 9 to slide into the positioning ring 2 under the action of the screw principle during rotation. This will cause the teeth at the end of the positioning block 9 to separate from the rack 8. At this time, the longitudinal restriction of the positioning ring 2 will be released. Then the user can pull down the positioning ring 2 so that its position on the outer wall of the appliance body 1 begins to descend. After sliding to a suitable position, tighten the hand-tightening bolt 10 again to fix the positioning ring 2. Then adjust the position of the support base 4 as described above until it is in contact with the cabinet to support the appliance body 1, further improving its applicability.

[0039] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, these specific embodiments are merely explanations of the present invention and are not intended to limit the invention. The specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art may make modifications, substitutions, and variations to the embodiments as needed without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, provided that such modifications, substitutions, and variations are within the scope of the claims of the present invention and are protected by patent law.

Claims

1. A food waste disposer, characterized in that, Includes a body (1), on which a positioning ring (2) is slidably mounted, and the body (1) and the positioning ring (2) are provided with a positioning mechanism for limiting the positioning ring (2); The positioning ring (2) is equipped with a fixing plate (3) at the bottom, and a support base (4) is provided below the fixing plate (3). The support base (4) is equipped with a positioning frame (5) that is slidably connected to the fixing plate (3), and a threaded cylinder (6) corresponding to the fixing plate (3) is rotatably installed on the top of the support base (4). The outer wall of the fixing plate (3) is provided with a thread that is threadedly connected to the threaded cylinder (6). The positioning mechanism includes a rack (8) installed on the outer wall of the body (1), a positioning block (9) is slidably installed on the positioning ring (2), and the end of the positioning block (9) is equipped with teeth corresponding to the rack (8). When the positioning block (9) slides towards the body (1), its outer wall teeth will connect with the core of the rack (8).

2. A food waste disposer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing plates (3) are installed at equal angles at the bottom of the positioning ring (2), and the number of fixing plates (3) is greater than two. The width of the fixing plates (3) is less than the distance between the fixing plates (3).

3. A food waste disposer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support base (4) has multiple sets of through slots at equal angles, and the through slots penetrate the support base (4). A rubber positioning pad is provided at the bottom of the support base (4).

4. A food waste disposer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning frame (5) consists of a set of arc plates and two sets of rectangular plates. The arc plates in the positioning frame (5) are slidably connected to the outer wall of the fixing plate (3) without threads, and the two sets of rectangular plates in the positioning frame (5) are slidably connected to the outer walls on both sides of the fixing plate (3). The width of the rectangular plates is less than the thickness of the fixing plate (3).

5. A food waste disposer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The threaded cylinder (6) has multiple handles (7) installed at equal angles on its outer wall.

6. A food waste disposer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning ring (2) can only slide on the body (1), and the inner wall of the positioning ring (2) has multiple sets of limiting grooves (81) corresponding to the rack (8).

7. A food waste disposer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning mechanism includes a hand-tightening bolt (10) threadedly installed in the positioning ring (2) and rotatably connected to the positioning block (9), and the positioning ring (2) has an adjustment groove (11) corresponding to the positioning block (9).

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