Foldable draining rack and water tank

Abstract

The utility model provides a foldable draining rack and a water tank, and belongs to the technical field of kitchen utensils. The draining rack solves the problems that in the prior art, a draining rack is large in occupied space, inconvenient to store, unstable in cooperation with a tank body and the like. The foldable draining rack comprises at least two draining assemblies, each draining assembly comprises a draining plate, a first cover plate and a second cover plate, one of the first cover plate and the second cover plate is detachably connected with the draining plate, and the other one of the first cover plate and the second cover plate locks connection among the first cover plate, the second cover plate and the draining plate; the connecting piece comprises a first connecting end and a second connecting end, the first connecting end and the second connecting end are clamped between the first cover plate and the second cover plate in the corresponding draining assembly respectively, a deformation part is arranged between the first connecting end and the second connecting end, and the two draining assemblies are flatly laid or folded through the deformation part. The folding table has the advantages of being foldable, convenient to store and capable of being placed stably.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen utensils technology, specifically a foldable drain rack and sink. Background Technology

[0002] In daily kitchen use, dish racks are common tools for draining water from dishes and utensils. Most existing dish racks have a fixed structure, take up a lot of space, and are inconvenient to store and carry. When not in use, they are difficult to fold and store, which is especially wasteful for users with small kitchens. Existing foldable dish racks simply use silicone sleeves to hold the ends together, which are prone to coming loose and are unsightly. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a foldable drain rack and sink to solve the problems of existing drain racks occupying a lot of space, being inconvenient to store, and not being stable when combined with the sink.

[0004] This utility model can be achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0005] A foldable drain rack includes:

[0006] At least two draining components, and each draining component includes a draining plate, a first cover plate and a second cover plate, wherein one of the first cover plate and the second cover plate is detachably connected to the draining plate, and the other of the first cover plate and the second cover plate locks the connection between the first cover plate, the second cover plate and the draining plate.

[0007] The connector includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end, and the first connecting end and the second connecting end are respectively clamped between the first cover plate and the second cover plate in the corresponding drain assembly. A deformation part is provided between the first connecting end and the second connecting end, and the two drain assemblies can be laid flat or folded through the deformation part.

[0008] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, a first snap-fit ​​portion and a first blocking portion are provided on one of the first cover plate and the second cover plate, and the first snap-fit ​​portion and the first blocking portion are integrated into the first cover plate or the second cover plate, or the first snap-fit ​​portion and the first blocking portion are respectively located in either the first cover plate or the second cover plate, wherein the area between the first snap-fit ​​portion and the first blocking portion serves as the installation position of the connecting end in the connector.

[0009] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, a first latching part is provided on the first cover plate, and a second latching part is provided on the second cover plate, wherein the first latching part and the second latching part are staggered in the horizontal direction.

[0010] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, a first cover plate is provided with a first latching part and a first blocking part, and a second cover plate is provided with a second latching part and a second blocking part. The first latching part and the second latching part are staggered in the horizontal direction, and the positions of the first blocking part and the second blocking part correspond to each other.

[0011] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, the first snap-fit ​​part is a first slot, the second snap-fit ​​part is a second slot, and the opening direction of the first slot is opposite to the opening direction of the second slot. The connector is arranged in an I-shape.

[0012] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, a first limiting part is provided on the first cover plate, a second limiting part is provided on the drain plate, and a third limiting part is provided on the second cover plate. After the second cover plate is connected to the drain plate, the third limiting part corresponds to the position of the second limiting part. When the second cover plate is connected to the first cover plate, the first limiting part passes through the second limiting part and the third limiting part in sequence.

[0013] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, a first positioning part is provided on the first cover plate, and a second positioning part is provided on the second cover plate. When the first cover plate and the second cover plate are connected, the first positioning part and the second positioning part form an interlocking engagement.

[0014] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, a first latching part is provided on the first cover plate, and a second latching part is provided on the second cover plate. When the first cover plate and the second cover plate are connected, the first latching part and the second latching part form a latching engagement to lock the connection between the first cover plate, the second cover plate, and the drain plate.

[0015] In the aforementioned foldable drain rack, when there are multiple drain components, two adjacent drain components form a group, wherein the folding direction or laying direction of any two groups of drain components are opposite.

[0016] This utility model also provides a water tank, including:

[0017] A tank with an installation plane is recessed along the installation plane to form a washing chamber, wherein the opening of the washing chamber is set in a stepped shape;

[0018] The foldable drain rack can be placed at the stepped position at the opening of the washing chamber, wherein when the foldable drain rack is placed at the stepped position, the plane of the highest point of the foldable drain rack is flush with the installation plane.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0020] 1. Foldable design: The two drain boards are connected by connectors. The buckle and positioning structure between the first cover and the lower second cover enables the drain rack to be foldable, making it easy to store and carry, and saving kitchen space.

[0021] 2. Stable connection: The connectors are fixed by clamping the cover plate, making the connection more secure and aesthetically pleasing. The limiting, positioning and buckle structure ensures a stable connection between the first cover plate, the second cover plate and the drain plate. The magnetic strip and anti-slip texture design make the drain rack stable on the sink and not easy to slip.

[0022] 3. Space saving: When the drain rack is unfolded and placed on the steps, the highest point is flush with the installation plane. It does not take up extra vertical space and can make use of the edge area of ​​the sink. It avoids the waste of washing chamber space caused by traditional drain racks being stacked in the sink. At the same time, it can also serve as an extension of the countertop, which can expand the usable area of ​​the countertop and make full use of the sink space. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a foldable drain rack according to this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is an assembly diagram of the upper cover plate and the lower cover plate;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the water tank.

[0026] In the diagram, 10 is the drain plate; 11 is the second limiting part.

[0027] 20. First cover plate; 21. First snap-fit ​​part; 22. First blocking part; 23. First limiting part; 24. First latching part; 25. First positioning part; 26. Drain hole;

[0028] 30. Second cover plate; 31. Second latching part; 32. Second blocking part; 33. Third limiting part; 34. Second snap-fit ​​part; 35. Second positioning part;

[0029] 40. Connecting parts; 41. Deformation parts;

[0030] 50. Tank; 51. Washing chamber. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The following are specific embodiments of the present invention, which are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

[0032] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the present invention provides a foldable drain rack, comprising:

[0034] At least two draining components, and each draining component includes a draining plate 10, a first cover plate 20 and a second cover plate 30, wherein one of the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 is detachably connected to the draining plate 10, and the other of the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 locks the connection between the first cover plate 20, the second cover plate 30 and the draining plate 10.

[0035] The connector 40 includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end, and the first connecting end and the second connecting end are respectively clamped between the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 in the corresponding drain assembly. A deformation part 41 is provided between the first connecting end and the second connecting end, and the two drain assemblies can be laid flat or folded through the deformation part 41.

[0036] The present invention provides a foldable drain rack in which the two ends of the connector 40 are respectively clamped between the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30, thereby solving the problem of preventing the connector 40 from falling off. In addition, a deformation part 41 is provided between the two ends of the connector 40, which realizes the folding between two adjacent drain components through the deformation part 41, reducing the storage space of the drain rack.

[0037] Preferably, the first cover plate 20 is provided with a first snap-fit ​​portion 21 and a first blocking portion 22, and the second cover plate 30 is provided with a second snap-fit ​​portion 31 and a second blocking portion 32. When the first cover plate 20 is connected to the second cover plate 30, the first snap-fit ​​portion 21 and the second snap-fit ​​portion 31 cooperate to achieve snap-fit ​​fixing of the end of the connector 40. The positions of the first blocking portion 22 and the second blocking portion 32 are corresponding and form an abutment with the end of the connector 40.

[0038] It is worth mentioning that, through the clamping cooperation of the first snap-fit ​​part 21 and the second snap-fit ​​part 31, and the abutting cooperation of the first blocking part 22 and the second blocking part 32, the connector 40 is firmly fixed between the two drain plates 10, making it difficult to loosen or shift, thus ensuring the structural stability of the drain rack during folding and unfolding. From an aesthetic perspective, the connection design between the snap-fit ​​part and the connector 40 is concealed, with no excess connector 40 exposed. The design is simple and neat, meeting functional requirements while also providing a minimalist and aesthetically pleasing visual effect.

[0039] It is worth mentioning that the first blocking part 22 and the second blocking part 32 can be set selectively, that is, the first blocking part 22 and the second blocking part 32 do not need to be set synchronously.

[0040] When the first blocking part 22 is provided, the second blocking part 32 may not be provided. In this case, the first cover plate 20 is provided with the first snap-fit ​​part 21 and the first blocking part 22, and the second cover plate 30 is provided with only the second snap-fit ​​part 31. The first snap-fit ​​part 21 and the second snap-fit ​​part 31 are used to clamp and fix the end of the connector 40, and the first blocking part 22 is used to limit the contact of the connector 40 in the horizontal direction.

[0041] When the second blocking part 32 is provided, the first blocking part 22 may not be provided. In this case, only the first snap-fit ​​part 21 is provided on the first cover plate 20, and the second snap-fit ​​part 31 and the second blocking part 32 are provided on the second cover plate 30. The first snap-fit ​​part 21 and the second snap-fit ​​part 31 are used to clamp and fix the end of the connector 40, and the second blocking part 32 is used to limit the contact of the connector 40 in the horizontal direction.

[0042] It is worth mentioning that when only one limiting part is set, the structure of the first cover plate 20 or the second cover plate 30 can be simplified, and the production cost of the corresponding cover plate can be reduced. However, it will not affect the installation and limiting of the connector 40.

[0043] Preferably, the first snap-fit ​​portion 21 and the second snap-fit ​​portion 31 are staggered in the horizontal direction. After the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 are connected, the staggered arrangement can cause the connector 40 to deform into an S-shape. This design causes the connector 40 to be subjected to two opposite constraint forces in the vertical direction, effectively preventing the connector 40 from moving laterally or detaching.

[0044] Preferably, the first snap-fit ​​portion 21 is a first snap-fit ​​groove, and the second snap-fit ​​portion 31 is a second snap-fit ​​groove, with the opening direction of the first snap-fit ​​groove being opposite to the opening direction of the second snap-fit ​​groove, and it cooperates with the I-shaped connector 40, wherein the connector 40 is arranged in an I-shape. During installation, simply align the end of the connector 40 with the first snap-fit ​​groove and the second snap-fit ​​groove, and the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 can be pressed to complete the insertion, reducing the assembly difficulty.

[0045] Preferably, the first cover plate 20 is provided with a first limiting part 23, the drain plate 10 is provided with a second limiting part 11, and the second cover plate 30 is provided with a third limiting part 33. The first limiting part 23 is a circular groove, the second limiting part 11 is an open circular groove, and the third limiting part 33 is a cylindrical positioning post. When the first cover plate 20 is connected to the drain plate 10, the positions of the first limiting part 23 and the second limiting part 11 correspond. When the first cover plate 20 is connected to the drain plate 10, the two circular grooves correspond. When the second cover plate 30 is connected to the first cover plate 20, the cylindrical positioning post passes through the two grooves sequentially. This design, through the geometric adaptation of the circular grooves and the cylindrical positioning post, restricts the relative displacement and rotation of each component, enhancing structural stability.

[0046] Preferably, the first cover plate 20 is provided with a first positioning part 25, and the second cover plate 30 is provided with a second positioning part 35. The first positioning part 25 is a cylinder, and the second positioning part 35 is a cylindrical slot. When the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 are connected, the first positioning part 25 and the second positioning part 35 form an interlocking fit to achieve precise positioning and ensure that the parts are coaxially aligned during assembly; the auxiliary locking helps guide the parts to be correctly aligned and improves the convenience of installation.

[0047] Preferably, the first cover plate 20 is provided with a first latching part 24, and the second cover plate 30 is provided with a second latching part 34. When the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 are connected, the first latching part 24 and the second latching part 34 form a latching engagement, locking the connection between the first cover plate 20, the second cover plate 30, and the drain plate 10. Specifically, this includes latches on both sides of the first cover plate 20 and latching holes on both sides of the second cover plate 30. The latches have barbed structures at their ends, and the latching holes have corresponding limiting grooves on their inner walls. When the latches are inserted into the latching holes, the barbed structures and the limiting grooves form a mechanical engagement, restricting the separation of the first cover plate 20 and the second cover plate 30 in the longitudinal direction and constraining relative displacement in the lateral direction, thereby constructing a stable connection system.

[0048] It is worth mentioning that two hooks are provided on each of the front and rear sides of the first cover plate 20, and two corresponding holes are provided on each of the front and rear sides of the second cover plate 30. The presence of a snap-fit ​​structure on both sides of the cover plate prevents overall loosening due to force applied from one side. Visually, the hooks and holes are concealed within the edge contour of the cover plate, resulting in a smooth surface without protruding parts. This maintains the overall simplicity of the product and avoids potential wear issues from exposed connectors. Furthermore, the absence of direct force points on both outer walls makes the snap-fit ​​structure more difficult to pry open, enhancing structural stability. Additionally, when the drain plate 10 bears heavy items such as tableware and fruits and vegetables, both ends experience downward pressure. If connected only by a single-sided snap-fit, the other side may warp due to lack of restraint, causing the drain plate 10 to bend and deform, thus loosening the drain assembly. Therefore, snap-fit ​​structures are provided on both the front and rear sides of the cover plate. The snap-fit ​​structure on the opposite side, through the tension provided by the hole structure, counteracts the torque generated by the pressure, improving the structural stability of the drain assembly.

[0049] Preferably, a drain hole 26 is provided at the bottom of the first cover plate 20 to prevent water accumulation inside the drain assembly. The drain hole 26 allows water that seeps into the assembly during dishwashing or draining to flow directly into the tank 50, preventing water residue from breeding bacteria or producing odors. It also ensures that the drain rack remains dry during use, extending the service life of each component and optimizing the user experience.

[0050] Preferably, in this example, three draining components are provided, with two connectors 40 between any two draining components. This increases the number of draining components, expands the load-bearing area, and allows users to place more tableware for draining simultaneously, effectively improving efficiency. Two adjacent draining components form a group, and the folding or laying directions of any two groups of draining components are opposite. The connectors 40 give the drain rack a foldable characteristic; when not in use, it can be easily folded up, reducing space occupation and facilitating storage. When unfolded, the connectors 40 provide stable support for the draining board 10, ensuring the drain rack remains balanced when tableware is placed on it, preventing easy wobbling or deformation, and guaranteeing the stability and reliability of the entire draining process.

[0051] Preferably, an anti-slip texture is provided on the bottom of the first cover plate 20 or the second cover plate 30 to improve placement stability. The anti-slip texture increases the friction of the contact surface, effectively preventing the drain assembly from sliding and shifting when under load or when impacted by water flow, and especially avoiding the risk of tableware falling and breaking due to accidental sliding.

[0052] Preferably, magnetic strips are provided on the edge of the drain board 10, which have the function of keeping the structure of the same set of drain components aligned after folding. They are evenly arranged along the edge of the drain board 10. When the drain components are folded, the magnetic strips on the edges of adjacent drain components are automatically aligned and maintain a stable relative position through the mutual attraction of opposite magnetic poles, so as to avoid the drain components being misaligned or loose after folding, and ensure that the structure is compact and neat when stored.

[0053] This utility model also provides a water tank, including:

[0054] The tank 50 has an installation plane and is installed on the countertop in the kitchen or other usage scenarios. It sinks down along the installation plane to form a washing chamber 51, wherein the opening of the washing chamber 51 is set in a stepped shape.

[0055] The aforementioned foldable drain rack can be placed at the stepped position at the opening of the washing chamber 51. When the foldable drain rack is placed at the stepped position, the plane where the highest point of the foldable drain rack is located is flush with the installation plane.

[0056] It's worth noting that when the drain rack is unfolded and placed on the steps, its highest point is flush with the mounting surface. This saves on extra vertical space and utilizes the sink edge area, avoiding the wasted space in the washing chamber caused by traditional drain racks stacked inside the sink. It also serves as an extension of the countertop, increasing usable countertop area and maximizing sink space. The stepped structure provides a horizontal support surface for the drain rack, and its own locking and clamping mechanisms prevent wobbling or slipping. When folded, the drain rack can be stored snugly along the edge of the steps, reducing the risk of collision.

[0057] It should be noted that in this utility model, the use of terms such as "first," "second," and "a" is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. In the description of this utility model, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly defined. The terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two elements or the interaction between two elements, unless otherwise explicitly defined. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0058] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other, but only if they are based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the protection scope claimed by this utility model.

[0059] The specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative examples illustrating the spirit of this utility model. Those skilled in the art to which this utility model pertains may make various modifications or additions to the described specific embodiments or use similar methods to substitute them, without departing from the spirit of this utility model or exceeding the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A foldable drain rack, characterized in that, include: At least two draining components, and each draining component includes a draining plate (10), a first cover plate (20) and a second cover plate (30), wherein one of the first cover plate (20) and the second cover plate (30) is detachably connected to the draining plate (10), and the other of the first cover plate (20) and the second cover plate (30) locks the connection between the first cover plate (20), the second cover plate (30) and the draining plate (10); The connector (40) includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end, and the first connecting end and the second connecting end are respectively clamped between the first cover plate (20) and the second cover plate (30) in the corresponding drain assembly. A deformation part (41) is provided between the first connecting end and the second connecting end, and the two drain assemblies can be laid flat or folded through the deformation part (41).

2. The foldable drain rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first snap-fit ​​portion (21) and a first blocking portion (22) are provided on one of the first cover plate (20) and the second cover plate (30), and the first snap-fit ​​portion (21) and the first blocking portion (22) are integrated into the first cover plate (20) or the second cover plate (30), or the first snap-fit ​​portion (21) and the first blocking portion (22) are located in either the first cover plate (20) or the second cover plate (30), wherein the area between the first snap-fit ​​portion (21) and the first blocking portion (22) serves as the installation position of the connecting end in the connector (40).

3. The foldable drain rack according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first cover plate (20) is provided with a first snap-fit ​​part (21), and the second cover plate (30) is provided with a second snap-fit ​​part (31), wherein the first snap-fit ​​part (21) and the second snap-fit ​​part (31) are staggered in the horizontal direction.

4. The foldable drain rack according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first cover plate (20) is provided with a first latching part (21) and a first blocking part (22), and the second cover plate (30) is provided with a second latching part (31) and a second blocking part (32). The first latching part (21) and the second latching part (31) are offset in the horizontal direction, and the positions of the first blocking part (22) and the second blocking part (32) correspond to each other.

5. The foldable drain rack according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that, The first latching part (21) is the first latching slot, the second latching part (31) is the second latching slot, and the opening direction of the first latching slot is opposite to the opening direction of the second latching slot. The connector (40) is arranged in an I-shape.

6. The foldable drain rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first cover plate (20) is provided with a first limiting part (23), the drain plate (10) is provided with a second limiting part (11), and the second cover plate (30) is provided with a third limiting part (33). When the second cover plate (30) is connected to the drain plate (10), the third limiting part (33) corresponds to the position of the second limiting part (11). When the second cover plate (30) is connected to the first cover plate (20), the first limiting part (23) passes through the second limiting part (11) and the third limiting part (33) in sequence.

7. The foldable drain rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first cover plate (20) is provided with a first positioning part (25), and the second cover plate (30) is provided with a second positioning part (35). When the first cover plate (20) and the second cover plate (30) are connected, the first positioning part (25) and the second positioning part (35) form an insertion fit.

8. The foldable drain rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first cover plate (20) is provided with a first latching part (24), and the second cover plate (30) is provided with a second latching part (34). When the first cover plate (20) and the second cover plate (30) are connected, the first latching part (24) and the second latching part (34) form a latching engagement to lock the connection between the first cover plate (20), the second cover plate (30) and the drain plate (10).

9. The foldable drain rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, When there are multiple drain components, two adjacent drain components form a group, and the folding direction or laying direction of any two groups of drain components is opposite.

10. A water tank, characterized in that, include: A tank (50) with an installation plane is recessed along the installation plane to form a washing chamber (51), wherein the opening of the washing chamber (51) is set in a stepped shape; The foldable drain rack according to any one of claims 1 to 9 can be placed at a stepped position at the opening of the washing chamber (51), wherein when the foldable drain rack is placed at the stepped position, the plane of the highest point of the foldable drain rack is flush with the mounting plane.

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