Telescopic water pan and dish rack
The horizontally retractable drip tray design solves the problems of large space occupation and poor adaptability of fixed drip trays, achieving space saving and convenient cleaning, and improving the hygiene performance and service life of the drip tray.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIANGMEN LEDE HOME FURNISHING CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-05
AI Technical Summary
The existing water trays are fixed structures, which take up a lot of space, have poor adaptability, and are not easy to clean, affecting hygiene and operating costs.
It adopts a horizontally pull-out telescopic water tray design. By combining the first and second water trays, the space can be dynamically adjusted, enhancing adaptability and cleaning convenience. The snap-fit structure and limit design ensure stability and easy disassembly.
Significantly saves space, reduces costs, improves hygiene and lifespan, and enhances flexibility and convenience of use.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen accessories technology, and in particular to a telescopic drip tray and a dish rack with a telescopic drip tray. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, most drip trays on the market are fixed in design. For example, they are typically paired with dish racks and are directly attached to the bottom or side of the rack, without any extension or adjustment. However, in this case, the fixed drip tray occupies a fixed volume regardless of whether it needs to catch water from dishes. In space-constrained environments such as dishwashers or kitchen cabinets, the drip tray still takes up considerable space when there are only a few dishes, leading to low storage efficiency. This is especially true in household dishwashers, where fixed drip trays may affect the adjustability of the racks and reduce space adaptability. For example, different models of dish racks or dishwashers may require different sized drip trays, and fixed drip trays cannot be adjusted flexibly, resulting in poor compatibility and requiring users to purchase multiple sizes of accessories, increasing operating costs. Furthermore, drip trays tend to accumulate limescale, food residue, and other stains after prolonged use, potentially breeding bacteria and affecting hygiene, but existing drip trays are not easily removed for cleaning. Utility Model Content
[0003] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this utility model proposes a telescopic water receiving tray, which, through a horizontally pull-out double water receiving tray structure, achieves dynamic space adjustment, saves storage space, is compatible with various equipment, improves versatility, and is easy to disassemble and clean, thus improving cleaning convenience and hygiene performance.
[0004] This utility model also proposes a dish rack with the above-mentioned telescopic water receiving tray.
[0005] The telescopic water receiving tray according to this utility model includes:
[0006] First water tray;
[0007] The second water tray can be horizontally pulled out and installed on the first water tray;
[0008] The first water receiving tray has a first mounting part at the end opposite to the center of the second water receiving tray, and the second water receiving tray has a second mounting part at the end opposite to the center of the first water receiving tray. The first mounting part and the second mounting part are located at the same horizontal position so as to horizontally install the first water receiving tray and the second water receiving tray.
[0009] The telescopic drip tray according to this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: Through the combined design of the horizontally pull-out first and second drip trays, the dynamic adjustment function of the drip tray space is realized. In the unloaded state, the second drip tray can be at least partially stored inside the first drip tray, significantly reducing the occupied volume. Compared with traditional fixed drip trays, it can save at least 30% of the lateral space when unloaded. It is particularly suitable for space-constrained scenarios such as household dishwashers or kitchen storage cabinets, as well as applications that adapt to telescopic dish racks, effectively improving the flexibility of adjustment and space adaptability. Simultaneously, the first and second mounting parts adopt a horizontally aligned installation structure design, which not only achieves rapid and adaptable installation of the first and second drip trays, solving the problem of poor adaptability caused by the fixed size of traditional fixed drip trays and reducing the cost for users to purchase various specifications of accessories, but also allows the first and second drip trays to be easily removed for cleaning, reducing the risk of bacterial growth. This solves the problems of traditional fixed drip trays being difficult to remove and clean, easily accumulating dirt and breeding bacteria, significantly improving the hygiene performance and service life of the drip tray.
[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first mounting part is used to snap-fit the first water receiving tray.
[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, one end of the first mounting part is integrally connected to the first water receiving tray, and the other end can elastically deform outward.
[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the telescopic water receiving tray has a first mounting part forming a first snap-fit groove, which gradually narrows in the vertical downward direction.
[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the telescopic water receiving tray has two track blocks at one end of the first water receiving tray away from the first mounting part. The two track blocks are arranged opposite each other in the width direction of the first water receiving tray. Guide rails are provided on both sides of the second water receiving tray. The guide rails are inserted into the track blocks one by one and slide in cooperation with the track blocks.
[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the outer surface of the second water receiving tray abuts against the inner surface of the first water receiving tray.
[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a limit structure is provided at the joint between the first water receiving tray and the second water receiving tray to prevent the second water receiving tray from separating from the first water receiving tray when it is pulled outward.
[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the telescopic water receiving tray includes a first stop bar disposed on the inner surface of the first water receiving tray and a second stop bar disposed on the outer surface of the second water receiving tray. The first stop bar is located on the path of the second stop bar when the second water receiving tray is pulled outward, so as to prevent the second water receiving tray from detaching from the first water receiving tray.
[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the telescopic water receiving tray has a concave-convex structure in the axial cross-section of the first water receiving tray, and a convex-concave structure in the axial cross-section of the second water receiving tray.
[0018] The dish rack according to this utility model includes the telescopic drip tray described in this utility model;
[0019] First shelf;
[0020] The second shelf can be pulled out horizontally from the first shelf, and both the first shelf and the second shelf can be used to vertically insert and place dishes;
[0021] The first shelf has a first connecting crossbar at its bottom, located on the side of the first shelf away from the center of the second shelf, and the first mounting part is installed on the first connecting crossbar; the second shelf has a second connecting crossbar at its bottom, located on the side of the second shelf away from the center of the first shelf, and the second mounting part is installed on the second connecting crossbar.
[0022] The dish rack according to this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: integrating the telescopic drip tray into the dish rack allows the rack and drip tray to extend and retract in tandem, optimizing space utilization efficiency. It can accommodate more dishes in a limited space while ensuring that the drainage function is not affected. At the same time, the modular design allows for independent replacement of damaged parts, reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, the telescopic adjustment function allows the dish rack to adapt to different numbers of dishes, improving the flexibility and convenience of use. It is suitable for various scenarios such as home and commercial use.
[0023] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0024] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the telescopic water receiving tray according to an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0026] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the telescopic water receiving tray according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second water receiving tray of the telescopic water receiving tray in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 4 This is an enlarged cross-sectional view of the first snap-fit groove of the telescopic water receiving tray in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the dish rack according to an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0030] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the dish rack according to an embodiment of this utility model.
[0031] Explanation of icon numbers:
[0032] First water receiving tray 100; First retaining groove 101; First mounting part 110; Track block 120; First stop bar 130;
[0033] Second water receiving tray 200; Second mounting part 210; Guide rail 220; Second stop bar 230;
[0034] First shelf 300; First connecting crossbar 310;
[0035] Second shelf 400; second connecting crossbar 410. Detailed Implementation
[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0038] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.
[0039] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0040] In the description of this utility model, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0041] Currently, most drip trays on the market are fixed in design. For example, they are typically paired with dish racks and are directly attached to the bottom or side of the rack, without any extension or adjustment. However, in this case, the fixed drip tray occupies a fixed volume regardless of whether it needs to catch water from dishes. In space-constrained environments such as dishwashers or kitchen cabinets, the drip tray still takes up considerable space when there are only a few dishes, leading to low storage efficiency. This is especially true in household dishwashers, where fixed drip trays may affect the adjustability of the racks and reduce space adaptability. For example, different models of dish racks or dishwashers may require different sized drip trays, and fixed drip trays cannot be adjusted flexibly, resulting in poor compatibility and requiring users to purchase multiple sizes of accessories, increasing operating costs. Furthermore, drip trays tend to accumulate limescale, food residue, and other stains after prolonged use, potentially breeding bacteria and affecting hygiene, but existing drip trays are not easily removed for cleaning.
[0042] Therefore, such as Figures 1 to 4As shown, the telescopic water receiving tray proposed in this utility model includes a first water receiving tray 100 and a second water receiving tray 200 that can be horizontally pulled out from the first water receiving tray 100. The first water receiving tray 100 is provided with a first mounting part 110 at one end away from the center of the second water receiving tray 200, and the second water receiving tray 200 is provided with a second mounting part 210 at one end away from the center of the first water receiving tray 100. The first mounting part 110 and the second mounting part 210 are located at the same horizontal position to horizontally install the first water receiving tray 100 and the second water receiving tray 200. It should be noted that the combination design of the horizontally pull-out first drip tray 100 and the second drip tray 200 realizes the dynamic adjustment function of the drip tray space. In the unloaded state, the second drip tray 200 can be at least partially stored inside the first drip tray 100, significantly reducing the volume occupied. Compared with the traditional fixed drip tray, it can save at least 30% of the horizontal space when unloaded. It is particularly suitable for space-constrained scenarios such as household dishwashers or kitchen storage cabinets, as well as for use with telescopic dish racks, effectively improving the flexibility of adjustment and space adaptability. Meanwhile, the first installation part 110 and the second installation part 210 adopt the same horizontal installation and matching structure design, which not only realizes the quick and adaptable installation of the first water receiving tray 100 and the second water receiving tray 200, solving the problem of poor adaptability caused by the fixed size of traditional fixed water receiving trays, reducing the cost for users to purchase various specifications of accessories, but also allows the first water receiving tray 100 and the second water receiving tray 200 to be easily removed for cleaning, reducing the risk of bacterial growth, solving the problem that traditional fixed water receiving trays are not easy to remove and clean, and are prone to accumulating dirt and growing bacteria, significantly improving the hygiene performance and service life of the water receiving trays.
[0043] Specifically, in some embodiments of this utility model, the first mounting part 110 is used to snap-fit the first water receiving tray 100, so that the first water receiving tray 100 can be quickly fixed, for example, referring to Figure 5 and Figure 6 The first drip tray 100 can be quickly installed on the dish rack without additional tools, improving assembly efficiency. Furthermore, compared to traditional screw fixing, the snap-fit fixing method is more convenient and reduces the problem of screw loosening due to long-term vibration, enhancing the installation stability of the first drip tray 100 and extending its service life. Further, in some embodiments of this utility model, referring to… Figure 1 and Figure 2One end of the first mounting part 110 is integrally connected to the first water receiving tray 100, while the other end can elastically deform outwards. This ensures the connection strength between the first mounting part 110 and the first water receiving tray 100, while also giving the first mounting part 110 a certain deformation capacity, allowing it to adapt to installation environments of different sizes and avoiding installation difficulties caused by manufacturing tolerances or installation errors. Furthermore, the elastic deformation structure can absorb some impact force, reducing fatigue damage during long-term use and improving overall durability. Additionally, referring to… Figure 4 The first mounting portion 110 forms a first snap-fit groove 101, which gradually narrows in the vertically downward direction. It is understood that the narrowed groove, in its contracted state, can form a tighter snap-fit, preventing the first water receiving tray 100 from accidentally slipping off, enhancing installation stability, reducing wear after long-term use, and improving reliability.
[0044] It should be noted that the structure and function of the second mounting part 210 on the second water receiving pan 200 can be referred to the structure and function of the first mounting part 110 on the first water receiving pan 100, and will not be described in detail here.
[0045] Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments of this utility model, two track blocks 120 are provided at the end of the first water receiving tray 100 away from the first mounting part 110. The two track blocks 120 are arranged opposite each other in the width direction of the first water receiving tray 100. Guide rails 220 are provided on both sides of the second water receiving tray 200. The guide rails 220 are inserted into the track blocks 120 one by one and slide in cooperation with the track blocks 120. On the one hand, the sliding cooperation between the track blocks 120 and the guide rails 220 of the second water receiving tray 200 realizes the smooth pull-out movement of the water receiving tray 100, reduces the operating resistance, and allows the user to easily adjust the position of the water receiving tray. On the other hand, the cooperation between the track blocks 120 and the guide rails 220 can also limit the lateral movement path of the second water receiving tray 200 relative to the first water receiving tray 100, avoid the deviation or jamming caused by uneven force, and improve the user experience.
[0046] In some embodiments of this utility model, the first water receiving tray 100 and the second water receiving tray 200 can be slidably connected by the track block 120 and the guide rail 220, respectively, and can also be referred to Figure 1 The outer surface of the second drip tray 200 abuts against the inner surface of the first drip tray 100, which can also independently create a sliding fit between the first drip tray 100 and the second drip tray 200. Furthermore, it forms a continuous flow surface, allowing water to flow smoothly and preventing localized water accumulation. The abutting design also prevents dirt from entering the drip tray, reducing the possibility of bacterial growth and improving hygiene. In addition, the tight fit reduces noise during sliding, improving the user experience.
[0047] In some embodiments of this utility model, a limiting structure is provided at the joint between the first water receiving tray 100 and the second water receiving tray 200 to prevent the second water receiving tray 200 from separating from the first water receiving tray 100 when it is pulled outward. This effectively prevents the second water receiving tray 200 from moving excessively outward and detaching from the first water receiving tray 100 during the pulling process, avoiding loss or damage to components. Simultaneously, the limiting structure also provides additional support when the second water receiving tray 200 is fully extended, enhancing the stability of the overall structure and ensuring stability under load, thus improving durability. Specifically, refer to... Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments of this utility model, the limiting structure includes a first stop bar 130 disposed on the inner surface of the first water receiving tray 100 and a second stop bar 230 disposed on the outer surface of the second water receiving tray 200. The first stop bar 130 is located on the path of the second stop bar 230 as the second water receiving tray 200 is pulled outward, so as to prevent the second water receiving tray 200 from disengaging from the first water receiving tray 100. In this way, a clear resistance feedback can be provided when the second water receiving tray 200 is pulled to the limit position relative to the first water receiving tray 100, so as to avoid the user damaging the components due to excessive force and improve the reliability of use.
[0048] Refer to Figure 1 In some embodiments of this utility model, the first water receiving tray 100 has a concave-convex structure in its axial cross-section, and the second water receiving tray 200 has a convex-concave structure in its axial cross-section. This can enhance the strength of the first water receiving tray 100 and the second water receiving tray 200, prevent deformation, and the convex-concave structure is embedded and cooperates with the concave-convex structure, so that the second water receiving tray 200 can be pulled out more stably.
[0049] Refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 The dish rack according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a telescopic drip tray, a first shelf 300, and a second shelf 400 that can be horizontally pulled out from the first shelf 300. Both the first shelf 300 and the second shelf 400 allow dishes to be vertically inserted, allowing water to drip downwards. Specifically, the bottom of the first shelf 300 has a first connecting crossbar 310 located on the side of the first shelf 300 away from the center of the second shelf 400, and a first mounting part 110 is mounted on the first connecting crossbar 310. The bottom of the second shelf 400 has a second connecting crossbar 410 located on the side of the second shelf 400 away from the center of the first shelf 300, and a second mounting part 210 is mounted on the second connecting crossbar 410.
[0050] According to the embodiments of this utility model, the dish rack integrates a telescopic drip tray into the dish rack, enabling the rack and drip tray to extend and retract in tandem, thus optimizing space utilization efficiency. It can accommodate more dishes in a limited space while ensuring that the drainage function is not affected. At the same time, the modular design allows for independent replacement of damaged parts, reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, the telescopic adjustment function allows the dish rack to adapt to different numbers of dishes, improving the flexibility and convenience of use. It is suitable for various scenarios such as home and commercial settings.
[0051] Other components and operations of the dish rack according to the embodiments of this utility model are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.
[0052] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A telescopic water receiving tray, characterized in that, include: First water tray; The second water tray can be horizontally pulled out and installed on the first water tray; The first water receiving tray has a first mounting part at the end opposite to the center of the second water receiving tray, and the second water receiving tray has a second mounting part at the end opposite to the center of the first water receiving tray. The first mounting part and the second mounting part are located at the same horizontal position so as to horizontally install the first water receiving tray and the second water receiving tray.
2. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first mounting part is used to snap on and install the first water receiving tray.
3. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 2, characterized in that: One end of the first mounting part is integrally connected to the first water receiving tray, and the other end can elastically deform outward.
4. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The first mounting part forms a first snap-fit groove, which gradually narrows in the vertical downward direction.
5. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two track blocks are provided at one end of the first water receiving tray away from the first mounting part. The two track blocks are arranged opposite each other in the width direction of the first water receiving tray. Guide rails are provided on both sides of the second water receiving tray. The guide rails are inserted into the track blocks one by one and slide in cooperation with the track blocks.
6. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 1 or 5, characterized in that: The outer surface of the second water receiving tray abuts against the inner surface of the first water receiving tray.
7. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 6, characterized in that: A limiting structure is provided at the joint between the first water receiving tray and the second water receiving tray to prevent the second water receiving tray from separating from the first water receiving tray when it is pulled outward.
8. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 7, characterized in that: The limiting structure includes a first stop bar disposed on the inner surface of the first water receiving tray and a second stop bar disposed on the outer surface of the second water receiving tray. The first stop bar is located on the path of the second stop bar when the second water receiving tray is pulled outward, so as to prevent the second water receiving tray from detaching from the first water receiving tray.
9. The telescopic water receiving tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first water receiving tray has a concave-convex structure in its axial cross-section, and the second water receiving tray has a convex-concave structure in its axial cross-section.
10. A dish rack, characterized in that: Includes the telescopic water receiving tray as described in any one of claims 1 to 9; First shelf; The second shelf can be pulled out horizontally from the first shelf, and both the first shelf and the second shelf can be used to vertically insert and place dishes; The first shelf has a first connecting crossbar at its bottom, located on the side of the first shelf away from the center of the second shelf, and the first mounting part is installed on the first connecting crossbar; the second shelf has a second connecting crossbar at its bottom, located on the side of the second shelf away from the center of the first shelf, and the second mounting part is installed on the second connecting crossbar.