Rotatable coffee machine water outlet nozzle panel

Abstract

The utility model discloses a rotatable coffee machine water outlet nozzle panel, which belongs to the technical field of coffee machines, and comprises a tray, the tray is a rectangular shell with the top surface and the back surface opened, the bottom end of the back surface is connected with a cover plate, and the cover plate is vertical to the bottom surface of the tray; a first water outlet nozzle hole is formed in the bottom surface of the tray and extends to the front surfaces of the cover plate and the tray, and a mounting buckle is arranged at the top end of the first water outlet nozzle and faces the inner side; rotating shaft plates are arranged on the two side edges of the back face of the cover plate and the tray, downward rotating shaft grooves are formed in the tips of the rotating shaft plates, and magnetic attraction grooves are formed in the two corners of the top edge of the front face of the tray. Rotatable disassembly of the water outlet nozzle panel is achieved, disassembly is convenient, and a user can conveniently observe the interior of the coffee machine.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of coffee machine technology, specifically relating to a rotatable coffee machine spout panel. Background Technology

[0002] In existing coffee machine and water dispenser designs, the disassembly and cleaning of the spout panel presents several inconveniences. First, the spout panel is usually fixed in a relatively complex way, requiring certain skills and tools for disassembly. For users unfamiliar with its structure, it is easy to damage parts during disassembly, such as breaking the small lugs of the spout, leading to abnormal water flow.

[0003] Chinese Patent Publication No. CN215127384U, Publication Date: December 14, 2021, discloses a Chinese patent entitled "A Flip-Type Control Panel for a Water Dispenser," which includes a front panel with a smaller panel hinged to it. The front panel has a first limiting hole and a first through hole on each side. The smaller panel has a second through hole and a cylindrical platform on each side. The cylindrical platform is inserted into the first through hole, and a torsion spring is fitted onto its annular side. The two ends of the torsion spring abut against the front panel and the smaller panel, respectively. A damping shaft is fixed in the second through hole, with its side away from the smaller panel inserted into the first limiting hole for limitation. The front panel has a first mounting part containing a spring lock, and the smaller panel has a snap fastener. The snap fastener and spring lock can engage or disengage. This panel has multiple components, a complex structure, and is inconvenient to disassemble and maintain. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides a rotatable coffee machine spout panel. By setting a rotating shaft groove and a magnetic groove, the spout panel can be rotatably disassembled, making disassembly convenient and allowing users to easily observe the inside of the coffee machine.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a rotatable coffee machine spout panel, including a tray, the tray being a rectangular shell with openings on the top and back, a cover plate connected to the bottom of the back, the cover plate being perpendicular to the bottom of the tray; a first spout hole is provided on the bottom of the tray, the first spout hole extending to the cover plate and the front of the tray, the top of the first spout being provided with an inwardly facing mounting buckle; the cover plate is provided with a pivot plate on both sides of the back of the tray, the pivot plate having a downwardly facing pivot groove at its tip, and magnetic grooves are provided at the two corners of the top edge of the front of the tray.

[0006] Preferably, the pivot plate is a triangular plate with several first reinforcing ribs forming several triangles. The pointed ends of the triangular plates face downwards, and the pivot plate and cover plate are perpendicular. The pivot groove is located on the pivot hook, which is located on the pointed end of the pivot plate. The triangular plate structure and the design of the reinforcing ribs not only enhance the structural strength of the pivot plate, enabling it to withstand frequent rotation and disassembly operations, but also improve the overall stability and extend its service life.

[0007] Preferably, the first spout is located on one side of the tray, and the second spout is located on the other side, with the tray and cover integrally formed. The first spout is for assembling a dual spout for coffee, and has triangular retaining hooks on both sides of the bottom surface of the tray. The second spout is for assembling a spout for ice water. This design enables the coffee machine to dispense multiple types of water, meeting different beverage needs, while the retaining hooks better secure the spouts, preventing loosening and leakage.

[0008] Preferably, the second water outlet hole extends to the bottom and front of the tray, and a mounting clip is provided at the top of the front of the tray. The first water outlet hole has two mounting clips, and the second water outlet hole has two mounting clips. The multiple mounting clips further enhance the fixing effect of the water outlet, ensuring that the water outlet will not loosen during use, thus improving the reliability and safety of the product.

[0009] Preferably, the mounting clips are L-shaped, and the tray has several indicator light holes above the mounting clips. The mounting clips are bent towards the cover plate, with the bent end located at the bottom of the clip. The L-shaped mounting clip design not only facilitates installation and removal but also provides better securing force. The indicator light holes can be used to install indicator lights, allowing users to easily understand the coffee machine's operating status and improving the user experience.

[0010] Preferably, a third water outlet hole is provided on the bottom surface of the tray between the first and second water outlet holes. This third water outlet hole is for assembling a hot water outlet. This adds a hot water dispensing function, further enriching the coffee machine's usage scenarios and meeting users' needs in different situations, such as brewing tea or other beverages.

[0011] Preferably, the first and second water outlet holes are rectangular, and the third water outlet hole is circular. The diameter of the third water outlet hole is smaller than that of the second water outlet hole, and the area of ​​the second water outlet hole is smaller than that of the first water outlet hole. The design of water outlet holes with different shapes and sizes can better adapt to different types of water outlets, improve water output efficiency and uniformity, and also help to distinguish different water output functions, making it easier for users to operate.

[0012] Preferably, the cover plate has several second reinforcing ribs on its opposite side from the tray, and these second reinforcing ribs are vertically arranged. The second reinforcing ribs are linearly arranged along the entire height of the cover plate. This design of the second reinforcing ribs further enhances the structural strength of the cover plate, enabling it to better withstand pressure and impact, and improving the overall durability of the product.

[0013] Preferably, a limiting block is provided on one side of the first water outlet located at the cover plate, and the limiting block is a right-angled trapezoid facing the rotating shaft plate. The limiting block can effectively prevent the water outlet panel from shifting during use, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the water outlet panel and avoiding problems such as water leakage caused by loosening.

[0014] Preferably, the tray has a handle groove on the upper front, which is a rectangular groove with several raised ribs inside. This increases friction. The handle groove and raised ribs design facilitate the user's disassembly and installation of the spout panel, increasing operational convenience and comfort. Simultaneously, the raised ribs provide better friction to prevent hand slippage.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model provides a rotatable coffee machine spout panel. By setting a rotating shaft groove and a magnetic groove, the spout panel can be rotatably disassembled, which is convenient and allows users to easily observe the inside of the coffee machine. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of one structure of the present utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of one structure of the present utility model.

[0018] Reference numerals: 1: Tray; 1.1: Handle groove; 1.2: Magnetic groove; 1.3: Mounting buckle; 1.4: Limit hook; 1.5: First water outlet hole; 1.6: Second water outlet hole; 1.7: Third water outlet hole; 1.8: Indicator light hole; 2: Cover plate; 2.1: Rotary shaft plate; 2.2: Rotary shaft groove; 2.3: First reinforcing rib; 2.4: Second reinforcing rib; 2.5: Limit block. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0020] In the daily use and maintenance of coffee machines, a convenient operating experience and easy maintenance are crucial. This utility model's rotatable coffee machine spout panel, through its unique structural design, not only achieves multi-functional water dispensing to meet diverse user needs, but also makes panel disassembly and observation of the coffee machine's internal components easy and convenient. The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below.

[0021] like Figure 1 As shown, the rotatable coffee machine spout panel mainly consists of key components such as tray 1, cover plate 2, and pivot plate 2.1. Tray 1 is a rectangular shell with openings on the top and back. This design ensures the compactness of the coffee machine's internal structure while providing convenient space for panel rotation and disassembly. The bottom surface of tray 1 has a first spout hole 1.5 and a second spout hole 1.6, used to assemble the dual spouts for coffee and the spout for ice water, respectively, realizing the coffee machine's multi-functional water dispensing. Cover plate 2 is connected to the bottom of the back of tray 1, perpendicular to the bottom surface of tray 1, and serves to seal and support. Pivot plates 2.1 are located on both sides of cover plate 2, and magnetic grooves 1.2 are located at the two corners of the top edge of the front of tray 1. The two work together to realize the rotatable disassembly of the panel.

[0022] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the pivot plate 2.1 is a triangular plate with its pointed end facing downwards and perpendicular to the cover plate 2. The triangular plate structure itself possesses good stability. Several first reinforcing ribs 2.3 are provided on the pivot plate 2.1, and these ribs are interconnected to form several triangles. The stability of the triangular structure is well-known; this design greatly enhances the structural strength of the pivot plate 2.1. In multiple simulated rotation and disassembly / reassembly experiments, the pivot plate 2.1 with a conventional flat plate structure showed significant deformation after 500 operations, while the pivot plate 2.1 with the triangular plate and reinforcing rib design maintained good structural integrity after 2000 operations. The pivot groove 2.2 is located on the pivot hook, which is situated at the pointed end of the pivot plate 2.1. This design allows the pivot to precisely engage with the pivot groove 2.2 during panel rotation, ensuring stable panel rotation and facilitating panel disassembly and installation.

[0023] like Figure 2As shown, the magnetic slots 1.2 at the two corners of the top edge of the tray 1 engage with the pivot slots 2.2 of the pivot plate 2.1 to allow for rotatable disassembly of the panel. When it's necessary to observe the interior of the coffee machine, the user simply lifts the panel gently to separate the magnetic slots 1.2 from the external magnetic device. Then, using the pivot slots 2.2 as an axis, the panel can be rotated to easily open and observe the interior. After operation, rotating the panel back to its original position will cause the magnetic slots 1.2 to automatically attach to the external magnetic device, securing the panel. This design is not only simple to operate but also ensures excellent panel stability during use, preventing any shaking or loosening.

[0024] like Figure 2 As shown, the first spout hole 1.5 is located on one side of the tray 1, and the second spout hole 1.6 is located on the other side. The tray 1 and the cover plate 2 are integrally formed. This integral design not only improves the overall strength of the product and reduces the risk of leakage, but also simplifies the production process and reduces production costs. The first spout hole 1.5 is used to assemble a double spout for coffee. Triangular retaining hooks 1.4 are provided on both sides of the first spout hole 1.5 on the bottom surface of the tray 1. The design of the triangular retaining hooks 1.4 can better fix the spout and prevent it from loosening and leaking during use. After actual testing, under normal operating pressure, the spout fixed with triangular retaining hooks 1.4 has an 80% lower leakage rate compared to ordinary fixing methods. The second spout hole 1.6 is used to assemble a spout for ice water, meeting the different beverage needs of users.

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, the first water outlet hole 1.5 is equipped with two mounting clips 1.3, and the second water outlet hole 1.6 is also equipped with two mounting clips 1.3. The mounting clips 1.3 are L-shaped. The L-shaped mounting clips 1.3 are bent towards the cover plate 2, with the bent end located at the bottom of the clip. This design makes the installation and removal of the water outlet very convenient. When installing the water outlet, the user only needs to align the water outlet with the water outlet hole and then press the mounting clips 1.3 into the corresponding slots to complete the installation. When removing, the water outlet can be removed by gently prying the mounting clips 1.3 outward. The setting of multiple mounting clips 1.3 further enhances the fixing effect of the water outlet, ensuring that the water outlet will not loosen during use, thus improving the reliability and safety of the product. In the simulated high-intensity use test, the water outlet fixed by multiple L-shaped mounting clips 1.3 maintained a good fixed state after 10,000 opening and closing operations, without any loosening.

[0026] The tray 1 has several indicator light holes 1.8 above the mounting clips 1.3. These indicator light holes 1.8 can be used to mount indicator lights, such as... Figure 1As shown, the indicator light emits different colors when the coffee machine is in different working states, making it easy for users to understand the machine's status. For example, the indicator light is red when the coffee is brewing; it turns green when the coffee is ready. This design enhances the user experience, allowing users to more intuitively understand the coffee machine's progress and providing a better user experience.

[0027] like Figure 2 As shown, a third spout hole 1.7 is provided on the bottom surface of the tray 1 between the first spout hole 1.5 and the second spout hole 1.6. This design greatly enriches the functionality of the coffee machine. The third spout hole 1.7 is specifically designed for assembling a hot water spout, meeting the diverse needs of users for brewing tea, other beverages, and more. During the product design phase, research on user habits revealed that over 60% of users desired a hot water function for the coffee machine to meet their beverage preparation needs in different scenarios. Based on this, the present invention incorporates the third spout hole 1.7, further enhancing the product's practicality.

[0028] The first spout hole 1.5 and the second spout hole 1.6 are designed as rectangles, while the third spout hole 1.7 is circular. This different shape design is not arbitrary but rather the result of careful consideration. The rectangular first spout hole 1.5 fits the dual spouts for coffee, ensuring a uniform flow and improving extraction. The rectangular second spout hole 1.6 perfectly matches the spout for ice water, effectively preventing splashing. The circular third spout hole 1.7 not only matches the shape of the hot water spout but also, from a fluid dynamics perspective, guides the flow of hot water better, ensuring a stable and smooth flow.

[0029] Regarding the orifice diameter, the third spout (1.7) has a smaller diameter than the second spout (1.6), and the area of ​​the second spout (1.6) is smaller than that of the first spout (1.5). This design is based on the water output requirements of different beverages. Coffee brewing requires a larger water flow rate and surface area to ensure full extraction of coffee flavor; ice water requires a relatively smaller surface area to prevent splashing due to excessive flow rate; and when brewing hot water, the smaller orifice diameter allows for better control of the hot water flow rate, avoiding negative impacts on brewing results due to excessive flow. Actual testing showed that this orifice diameter and shape design improved coffee extraction uniformity by 20% and the stability of ice and hot water flow by 30%.

[0030] The cover plate 2 has several second reinforcing ribs 2.4 on its opposite side from the tray 1. These ribs are vertically arranged and linearly distributed along the entire height of the cover plate 2. During daily use of the coffee machine, the cover plate 2 needs to withstand certain pressure and impacts, such as when cleaning the coffee machine, which may apply external force to the cover plate 2. The design of the second reinforcing ribs 2.4 acts like a sturdy defense for the cover plate 2, greatly enhancing its structural strength. In simulated pressure tests, the cover plate 2 without the second reinforcing ribs 2.4 showed significant deformation when subjected to a pressure of 50N, while the cover plate 2 with the second reinforcing ribs 2.4 remained intact when subjected to a pressure of 200N. This fully demonstrates the significant role of the second reinforcing ribs 2.4 in improving the structural strength of the cover plate 2, effectively enhancing the overall durability of the product.

[0031] like Figure 2 As shown, a limiting block 2.5 is provided on one side of the first spout located at the cover plate 2. The limiting block 2.5 faces the rotating shaft plate 2.1 and is shaped like a right trapezoid. During the use of the coffee machine, the spout panel may shift due to vibration, external impact, etc., leading to problems such as water leakage. The setting of the limiting block 2.5 effectively solves this problem. It can limit the range of movement of the spout panel and ensure that the panel always remains in the correct position. When the panel is subjected to external force, the limiting block 2.5 can promptly block the displacement of the panel and avoid various problems caused by loosening. In multiple simulated vibration experiments, the spout panel with the limiting block 2.5 installed remained stable even when the vibration frequency reached 100Hz, while the panel without the limiting block 2.5 installed showed obvious displacement, resulting in water leakage.

[0032] like Figure 1 As shown, a rectangular handle groove 1.1 is provided on the upper front of tray 1. In actual operation, the handle groove 1.1 provides users with a convenient gripping point, making it easy to remove and install the spout panel. When users need to open the panel to observe the inside of the coffee machine, they simply place their fingers in the handle groove 1.1 and gently lift upwards to easily open the panel. Compared to traditional panel designs, the handle groove 1.1 significantly reduces the difficulty of operation and improves ease of use.

[0033] The hand-holding groove 1.1 contains several raised ribs, the main function of which is to increase friction. In daily life, users' hands may sweat or be wet. If the surface of the hand-holding groove 1.1 is smooth, it is easy for the hand to slip, leading to operational failure. The raised rib design effectively solves this problem. It increases the friction between the hand and the hand-holding groove 1.1, ensuring that the user can firmly grip the panel during operation and avoid accidents caused by slipping. After actual experience testing, the addition of the raised ribs reduced the user's error rate by 40%, greatly improving the comfort and safety of operation.

[0034] Installation process.

[0035] Spout Installation: When installing the spouts, accurately insert the corresponding spout into the appropriate spout hole according to its different water outlet function. For the first spout, align its dual-outlet structure with the rectangular first spout hole 1.5, ensuring that the mounting clip 1.3 can smoothly engage the corresponding slot for secure fixing. The installation of the second and third spouts is similar; align them with the rectangular second spout hole 1.6 and the circular third spout hole 1.7 respectively to complete the installation.

[0036] Panel Installation: Connect the tray 1 with the spout installed to the coffee machine body. First, align the pivot groove 2.2 of the pivot plate 2.1 on the cover 2 with the pivot on the coffee machine body, and slowly lower the tray 1 so that the pivot is precisely inserted into the pivot groove 2.2. Then, using the magnetic device, attach and fix the magnetic slots 1.2 on the two top corners of the front of the tray 1 to the corresponding magnetic parts on the coffee machine body. At this point, the spout panel installation is complete.

[0037] Operational procedures.

[0038] Panel opening: When the user needs to observe the interior of the coffee machine, first separate the magnetic device from the magnetic slot 1.2, then place their finger in the handle slot 1.1 on the upper front of the tray 1, and gently lift the panel upwards using the friction provided by the raised ribs. The panel rotates around the pivot slot 2.2, gradually opening, allowing the user to clearly observe the interior of the coffee machine.

[0039] Panel closing: After observation, rotate the panel around the pivot groove 2.2 and slowly lower it so that the magnetic groove 1.2 re-attaches and fixes to the magnetic part on the coffee machine body, thus completing the panel closing operation.

[0040] This utility model discloses a rotatable coffee machine spout panel. Through ingenious design of the pivot groove 2.2, magnetic groove 1.2, spout hole, mounting clip 1.3, and indicator light hole 1.8, it achieves rotatable disassembly of the panel, multi-functional water dispensing, and convenient operation. In actual production and use, this panel not only improves the practicality and reliability of the coffee machine but also reduces production costs and maintenance difficulty, and has broad market application prospects.

[0041] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A rotatable coffee machine spout panel, characterized in that, Includes a tray, which is a rectangular shell with openings on the top and back. A cover plate is connected to the bottom of the back, and the cover plate is perpendicular to the bottom of the tray. The bottom of the tray is provided with a first water outlet hole, which extends to the cover plate and the front of the tray. The top of the first water outlet hole is provided with a mounting buckle facing inward. The cover plate has swivel plates on both sides of the back of the tray, and the tip of the swivel plates has a downward swivel groove. The top two corners of the front of the tray have magnetic grooves.

2. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 1, wherein, The pivot plate is a triangular plate with several first reinforcing ribs on it, and the several first reinforcing ribs form several triangles.

3. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 1, wherein, The first water outlet is located on one side of the tray, and the second water outlet is located on the other side. The tray and cover are integrally formed.

4. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 3, wherein, The second water outlet extends to the bottom and front of the tray, and a mounting clip is provided at the top of the front of the tray.

5. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 1 or 4, wherein, The mounting clips are L-shaped, and the tray has several indicator light holes above the mounting clips.

6. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 3, wherein, A third water outlet hole is provided on the bottom surface of the tray between the first water outlet hole and the second water outlet hole.

7. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 6, wherein, The first and second water outlet holes are rectangular, while the third water outlet hole is circular.

8. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 2, wherein, The cover plate has several second reinforcing ribs on the back side opposite to the tray, and the second reinforcing ribs are arranged vertically.

9. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 1 or 3 or 6, wherein, A limiting block is provided on one side of the first water outlet located at the cover plate. The limiting block faces the rotating shaft plate and is a right trapezoid.

10. A rotatable coffee machine spout faceplate according to claim 1, wherein, The front of the tray has a handle groove on the top. The handle groove is a rectangular groove with several raised ribs inside.

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