Kiwi fruit peeling device

By designing an automatically adjusting peeling knife and a modular kiwi peeling device, the problems of poor adaptability and high cost of existing devices have been solved, achieving efficient peeling and low-cost manufacturing.

CN224179084UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01SUIJIANG COUNTY YUANFA AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SUIJIANG COUNTY YUANFA AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-19
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

Existing kiwifruit peeling devices are difficult to adapt to the irregular shape of the fruit, resulting in a high rate of fruit pulp damage and poor peeling effect. At the same time, the manufacturing and transportation costs of the devices are high.

Method used

A kiwi peeling device was designed, comprising a base, a positioning and mounting mechanism, a threaded sleeve, a threaded rod, and a peeling knife assembly. The peeling knife is automatically adjusted by a compression spring and a spherical end block, and the modular design facilitates manufacturing and transportation.

Benefits of technology

This technology allows the peeling knife to fit snugly against the fruit, reducing damage to the pulp, improving peeling efficiency, and lowering the manufacturing and transportation costs of the device.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kiwi fruit peeling device. The kiwi fruit peeling device comprises a base, a positioning installation mechanism, a thread driving assembly and a self-adaptive peeling knife assembly. The rocker is rotated to drive the threaded rod to move transversely, the cross rod is driven to slide up and down along the stand column, and the peeling knife assembly is tightly attached to the surfaces of fruits under the buffering effect of the compression spring. The positioning mounting mechanism adopts a screw rod to adjust the distance between clamping plates so as to fix the device, so that the device does not shake when working on the table top; the peeling knife assembly achieves self-adaptive adjustment of the angle of a blade through a spring and a spherical end structure. The device solves the problems that traditional manual peeling is low in efficiency, and pulp is prone to being damaged by mechanical peeling, and has the advantages of being easy and convenient to operate, wide in applicability and high in peeling integrity.
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A kiwi peeling device Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kiwifruit peeling technology, specifically, to a kiwifruit peeling device. Background Technology

[0002] Kiwifruit skin is covered with fine fuzz, and traditional manual peeling is inefficient and results in a high rate of fruit damage.

[0003] A kiwifruit peeling device is disclosed in patent publication number CN 207201976 U, including a peeling table, two baffles oppositely arranged on the peeling table, and a peeling mechanism. The peeling mechanism includes a mounting base, end face cutters, a separating tube, and a transverse cylinder. The mounting base is vertically and flexibly arranged above the peeling table. There are two end face cutters, which are oppositely arranged at the lower end of the mounting base. The two end face cutters are located on both sides of the baffles. Each end face cutter has a through hole. The separating tube is driven by the transverse cylinder, and one end of the tube can pass through the two through holes in sequence. The other end of the tube is provided with a first air nozzle. This kiwifruit peeling device has the advantages of simple structure and low cost.

[0004] The aforementioned kiwifruit peeling equipment is difficult to adapt to the irregular shape of the fruit. The peeling blades cannot adapt to the shape of the kiwifruit, which easily leads to fruit pulp waste and poor peeling effect. In addition, the above-mentioned device does not adopt a modular design, which makes the manufacturing, transportation and maintenance costs of the device high.

[0005] No effective solutions have yet been proposed to address the problems in the relevant technologies. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of the problems in the related technologies, this utility model proposes a kiwi fruit peeling device to overcome the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the existing related technologies.

[0007] Therefore, the specific technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0008] A kiwifruit peeling device includes a base, a positioning and mounting mechanism on the lower front side of the base, a support on the rear side of the base, a threaded sleeve between the supports, a threaded rod screwed to the inner side of the threaded sleeve, a rocker arm on the right end of the threaded rod, a column on the left end of the base, a slider slidably mounted on the inner side of the column, a crossbar fixedly connected between the sliders, and a peeling knife assembly fixedly mounted in the center of the crossbar.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the positioning and installation mechanism includes a clamping plate, a lead screw is spirally connected to the inner side of the clamping plate, a handle is fixedly connected to the top end of the lead screw, a sliding plate is fixedly connected to the top end of the clamping plate, and the sliding plate is slidably connected to the base.

[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the support and the threaded sleeve are fixedly connected by screws.

[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a positioning rod is provided on the inner side of the base, with the horizontal positioning rod penetrating the support and the vertical positioning rod penetrating the column.

[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the rocker arm includes a fixed plate, a rocker arm is mounted on the inner side of the fixed plate, the threaded rod is slidably connected to the fixed plate, and a pin is provided on the inner side of the fixed plate.

[0013] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a cylindrical rod is fixedly connected to the top of the slider, and a compression spring is installed on the outer side of the cylindrical rod of the slider.

[0014] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the peeling knife assembly includes an upper strip plate, an adjusting rod is slidably mounted on the inner side of the upper strip plate, a spring is provided on the outer side of the adjusting rod, an end block is rotatably mounted on the outer side of the spherical end of the adjusting rod, and a peeling knife is fixedly mounted between the end blocks.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] This invention features a design incorporating a compression spring and a spherical end, allowing the peeling knife to automatically adjust its angle according to the curvature of the fruit, reducing damage to the flesh. The positioning and mounting mechanism ensures the device is fixed to a common tabletop, preventing shaking during kiwi peeling. The threaded rod and rocker arm work together to achieve millimeter-level feed of the peeling knife assembly, resulting in high operational precision. Furthermore, the components of this device can be disassembled, facilitating manufacturing and rapid transportation for easy sales. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a kiwi fruit peeling device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the positioning and installation mechanism of a kiwifruit peeling device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the threaded rod, plug-in and rocker arm of a kiwi fruit peeling device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the peeling knife assembly of a kiwi fruit peeling device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the positioning rod of a kiwifruit peeling device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] In the picture:

[0024] 1. Base; 2. Positioning and mounting mechanism; 201. Clamping plate; 202. Lead screw; 203. Handle; 204. Slide plate; 3. Support; 4. Threaded sleeve; 5. Threaded rod; 6. Insert; 7. Rocker arm; 71. Fixing plate; 72. Rocker arm; 73. Pin; 8. Column; 9. Positioning rod; 10. Slider; 11. Compression spring; 12. Crossbar; 13. Peeling knife assembly; 131. Upper strip plate; 132. Adjusting rod; 133. Spring; 134. End block; 135. Peeling knife. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To further illustrate the various embodiments, the present invention provides accompanying drawings, which are part of the disclosure of the present invention. These drawings are mainly used to illustrate the embodiments and can be used in conjunction with the relevant descriptions in the specification to explain the operating principles of the embodiments. With reference to these contents, those skilled in the art should be able to understand other possible implementation methods and the advantages of the present invention. The components in the figures are not drawn to scale, and similar component symbols are usually used to represent similar components.

[0026] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a kiwi fruit peeling device is provided.

[0027] Please refer to Figures 1-5 in the specification. A kiwi peeling device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a base 1. A positioning and mounting mechanism 2 is provided on the lower front side of the base 1. A support 3 is installed on the rear side of the base 1. A threaded sleeve 4 is installed between the supports 3. A threaded rod 5 is spirally connected to the inner side of the threaded sleeve 4. A rocker arm 7 is provided on the right end of the threaded rod 5. A column 8 is installed on the left end of the base 1. A slider 10 is slidably installed on the inner side of the column 8. A crossbar 12 is fixedly connected between the sliders 10. A peeling knife assembly 13 is fixedly installed in the center of the crossbar 12.

[0028] Rotating the handle 203 drives the lead screw 202, causing the L-shaped clamping plate 201 to clamp the edge of the table, thus fixing the entire device. The sliding plate 204 engages with the base groove to ensure that the base does not shift during clamping. Pick up the kiwi and align the center with the insert 6. Hold and lift the crossbar 12, and shake the rocker arm 7 to rotate the threaded rod 5, thereby changing the position of the kiwi. After lowering the crossbar 12, the peeling knife 135 fits against the kiwi. Under the action of the compression spring 11, the peeling knife assembly 13 fits against the kiwi, and the peeling knife 135 tilts slightly according to the shape of the kiwi. During operation, the knife always fits against the kiwi, which is beneficial for peeling.

[0029] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-5 of the specification. As a further embodiment of the present invention, the positioning and mounting mechanism 2 includes a clamping plate 201. A lead screw 202 is spirally connected to the inner side of the clamping plate 201. A handle 203 is fixedly connected to the top end of the lead screw 202. A sliding plate 204 is fixedly connected to the top end of the clamping plate 201. The sliding plate 204 is slidably connected to the base 1.

[0030] The device is snapped into place on the edge of the desktop by positioning and mounting mechanism 2.

[0031] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-5 in the specification. As a further embodiment of the present invention, the support 3 and the threaded sleeve 4 are fixedly connected by screws.

[0032] This completes the fixing of the threaded sleeve 4.

[0033] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-5 of the specification. As a further embodiment of the present invention, a positioning rod 9 is provided on the inner side of the base 1. The horizontal positioning rod 9 passes through the support 3, and the vertical positioning rod 9 passes through the column 8.

[0034] This enables modular assembly.

[0035] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-5 of the specification. As a further embodiment of the present invention, the rocker arm 7 includes a fixing plate 71, a rocker arm 72 is installed on the inner side of the fixing plate 71, the threaded rod 5 is slidably connected to the fixing plate 71, and a pin 73 is provided on the inner side of the fixing plate 71.

[0036] It is easy for personnel to operate.

[0037] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-5 of the specification. As a further embodiment of the present invention, a cylindrical rod is fixedly connected to the top of the slider 10, and a compression spring 11 is installed on the outside of the cylindrical rod of the slider 10.

[0038] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-5 of the specification. As a further embodiment of the present invention, the peeling knife assembly 13 includes an upper strip plate 131. An adjusting rod 132 is slidably installed on the inner side of the upper strip plate 131. A spring 133 is provided on the outer side of the adjusting rod 132. An end block 134 is rotatably installed on the outer side of the spherical end of the adjusting rod 132. A peeling knife 135 is fixedly installed between the end blocks 134.

[0039] In use, rotating the handle 203 drives the lead screw 202, causing the L-shaped clamping plate 201 to clamp the edge of the table, thus fixing the entire device. The sliding plate 204 engages with the base groove to ensure that the base does not shift during clamping. Pick up the kiwi and align the center with the insert 6. Hold and lift the crossbar 12, and shake the rocker arm 7 to rotate the threaded rod 5, thereby changing the position of the kiwi. After lowering the crossbar 12, the peeling knife 135 fits against the kiwi. Under the action of the compression spring 11, the peeling knife assembly 13 fits against the kiwi, and the peeling knife 135 tilts slightly according to the shape of the kiwi. During operation, the knife always fits against the kiwi, which is beneficial for peeling.

[0040] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model shall be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A kiwifruit peeling device, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: The base (1) has a positioning and installation mechanism (2) at the lower front side, a support (3) is installed at the rear side of the base (1), a threaded sleeve (4) is installed between the supports (3), a threaded rod (5) is spirally connected to the inner side of the threaded sleeve (4), a rocker arm (7) is provided at the right end of the threaded rod (5), a column (8) is installed at the left end of the base (1), a slider (10) is slidably installed on the inner side of the column (8), a crossbar (12) is fixedly connected between the sliders (10), and a peeling knife assembly (13) is fixedly installed in the center of the crossbar (12).

2. The kiwifruit peeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning and installation mechanism (2) includes a clamping plate (201), a lead screw (202) is spirally connected to the inner side of the clamping plate (201), a handle (203) is fixedly connected to the top end of the lead screw (202), a sliding plate (204) is fixedly connected to the top end of the clamping plate (201), and the sliding plate (204) is slidably connected to the base (1).

3. The kiwifruit peeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support (3) and the threaded sleeve (4) are fixedly connected by screws.

4. The kiwifruit peeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (1) is provided with a positioning rod (9) on its inner side. The horizontal positioning rod (9) passes through the support (3), and the vertical positioning rod (9) passes through the column (8).

5. The kiwifruit peeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rocker arm (7) includes a fixed plate (71), a rocker arm (72) is installed on the inner side of the fixed plate (71), the threaded rod (5) is slidably connected to the fixed plate (71), and a pin (73) is provided on the inner side of the fixed plate (71).

6. The kiwifruit peeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A cylindrical rod is fixedly connected to the top of the slider (10), and a compression spring (11) is installed on the outside of the cylindrical rod of the slider (10).

7. The kiwifruit peeling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The peeling knife assembly (13) includes an upper plate (131), an adjusting rod (132) is slidably mounted on the inner side of the upper plate (131), a spring (133) is provided on the outer side of the adjusting rod (132), an end block (134) is rotatably mounted on the outer side of the spherical end of the adjusting rod (132), and a peeling knife (135) is fixedly mounted between the end blocks (134).

Citation Information

Patent Citations

  • Kiwi fruit peeling apparatus

    CN207201976U