Waffle machine

By designing a side baking ring that can be assembled into a ring structure and an L-shaped handle, combined with a staggered one-piece injection molding structure of protrusions and grooves, the problem of inconvenient operation of waffle makers has been solved, enabling one-handed removal of waffles and flexible baking modes, thus improving ease of use and baking quality.

CN224251229UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-19YUYAO OUBEI ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
YUYAO OUBEI ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-15
Publication Date
2026-05-19

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Technical Problem

Existing waffle machines are inconvenient to operate, requiring both hands to operate simultaneously, making it difficult to remove waffles with one hand.

Method used

The design incorporates side baking rings and L-shaped handles that can be assembled into a complete ring structure. Combined with a staggered, one-piece injection-molded structure of protrusions and grooves, it enables one-handed opening and closing operation. Furthermore, the rotational connection and longitudinal movement of the upper and lower baking pans support flexible baking modes.

Benefits of technology

It enables one-handed operation to remove waffles, improving ease of use and baking quality, while also considering aesthetics, portability, and versatility.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of kitchenware, in particular to a waffle machine, which comprises an upper baking tray and a lower baking tray which are rotatably connected, and further comprises two side baking rings which can be spliced to form a complete annular structure, L-shaped grips are fixed on the two side baking rings, and one ends, far away from the side baking rings, of the two L-shaped grips are rotatably connected. One-hand opening and closing operation is achieved through the side baking rings capable of being spliced and the L-shaped grip rotationally connected, the waffle taking-out process is simplified, accurate alignment of the baking tray and the side baking rings is guaranteed through the staggered integrated injection molding structure of the protruding blocks and the grooves, the baking quality is improved, in addition, the upper baking tray can longitudinally move to adjust the distance, the flexible baking mode with / without the side baking rings is compatible, and the baking efficiency is improved. And meanwhile, the overall structure of the device gives consideration to attractiveness, portability and mold machining convenience, and use convenience and functional diversity are remarkably improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchenware technology, specifically a waffle maker. Background Technology

[0002] A waffle maker is a sealed appliance used to bake waffles.

[0003] For example, in the waffle machine disclosed in patent publication number CN212140207U, when in use, the first set of rings and the second set of rings are first placed into the lower baking pan, and then the raw materials are placed into the lower baking pan and positioned between the first set of rings and the second set of rings. Then the upper baking pan and the lower baking pan are covered and heated. Under the action of the upper and lower molds, the shaped waffles have patterns formed on both the upper and lower surfaces, and at the same time, under the action of the side molds, patterns are formed on the sides.

[0004] This results in a lack of convenience in its use, requiring both hands to operate simultaneously. To address this, we propose a waffle machine. Utility Model Content

[0005] One of the technical problems to be solved by this application is: how to propose a waffle machine structure that facilitates one-handed operation and removal of waffles.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this application provides a waffle machine, including an upper baking pan and a lower baking pan rotatably connected, and two side baking rings that can be assembled into a complete ring structure. Each of the two side baking rings is fixed with an L-shaped handle, and the ends of the two L-shaped handles away from the side baking rings are rotatably connected.

[0007] In some embodiments, a protrusion is provided at the bottom of any of the L-shaped grips, and a groove is provided at the top;

[0008] Furthermore, the other L-shaped grip has a protrusion at the top and a groove at the bottom;

[0009] The upper and lower baking pans are also provided with matching protrusions and grooves.

[0010] In some embodiments, after the two side grill rings are assembled, the two L-shaped handles are in the shape of a door and are located between the upper grill plate and the lower grill plate and overlap with their handles longitudinally.

[0011] In some embodiments, while the upper baking pan and the lower baking pan are rotatably connected, the upper baking pan can also move longitudinally relative to the lower baking pan.

[0012] In some embodiments, a protrusion is provided on the side of the lower baking pan away from its handle, and a through longitudinal extension hole is provided in the protrusion. Two limiting portions are provided on the side of the upper baking pan away from its handle. The protrusion is located between the two limiting portions, and a rotating shaft through the extension hole is fixed between the two limiting portions.

[0013] This utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0014] The L-shaped handle, which connects to the side baking ring and rotates, allows for one-handed opening and closing, simplifying the waffle removal process. The staggered, one-piece injection-molded structure of the protrusions and grooves ensures precise alignment between the baking tray and the side baking ring, improving baking quality. In addition, the upper baking tray can be moved vertically to adjust the spacing, allowing for flexible baking modes with or without the side baking ring to meet different size requirements. At the same time, the overall structure of the device takes into account aesthetics, portability, and ease of mold processing, significantly improving ease of use and functional versatility. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a side view of the structural plan of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model with the upper baking tray omitted.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the lower baking tray structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the side baking ring structure in the assembled state of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 Diagram of the bottom structure.

[0021] In the diagram: 1-Upper baking tray; 2-Lower baking tray; 3-Side baking ring; 4-L-shaped handle; 5-Protrusion; 6-Groove; 7-Raised part; 8-Extension hole; 9-Limiting part. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Example 1: Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 3 This utility model provides a technical solution: a waffle machine, including an upper baking pan 1 and a lower baking pan 2 rotatably connected, and also includes two side baking rings 3 that can be assembled into a complete ring structure, the side baking rings 3 being placed between the upper baking pan 1 and the lower baking pan 2;

[0024] In addition, L-shaped handles 4 are fixed on both side grilling rings 3, and the ends of the two L-shaped handles 4 away from the side grilling rings 3 are rotatably connected.

[0025] In practical use, by holding the two L-shaped handles 4 with one hand, the opening and closing of the two side baking rings 3 can be directly controlled, making it convenient to remove the baked waffles. The overall structure is simpler and more practical.

[0026] Example 2: Please refer to Figures 4-6 This utility model proposes another technical solution: a protrusion 5 is provided at the bottom of any L-shaped grip 4, and a groove 6 is provided at the top;

[0027] Furthermore, the other L-shaped grip 4 has a protrusion 5 on the top and a groove 6 on the bottom;

[0028] Furthermore, grooves 6 and protrusions 5 that match protrusions 5 and grooves 6 are also provided on the upper baking pan 1 and the lower baking pan 2 respectively.

[0029] The protrusion 5 and the groove 6 are integrally injection molded with the corresponding side baking ring 3, upper baking tray 1 and lower baking tray 2 respectively. At the same time, considering the convenience of injection mold processing and manufacturing, the protrusion 5 is a cylinder and the groove 6 is a circular groove, both of which are designed without sharp edges to effectively facilitate the manufacturing of the mold.

[0030] Furthermore, the purpose of this design is to pre-position the side baking ring 3, which forms a complete ring structure, by engaging the protrusion 5 on the lower baking tray 2 with the groove 6 on the L-shaped handle 4 before making waffles. This ensures the precise installation of the side baking ring 3. At the same time, the protrusion 5 and groove 6 on the two L-shaped handles 4 are designed to be staggered vertically. This is to ensure the precise alignment of the upper baking tray 1 and the side baking ring 3 when the upper baking tray 1 is engaged for baking. Combined with the constraint of the lower baking tray 2, this ensures the precise alignment of the entire waffle machine and guarantees high-quality waffle baking.

[0031] Example 3: Please refer to Figures 1-3 As shown, this utility model provides another technical solution: after the two side baking rings 3 are assembled, the two L-shaped handles 4 are in the shape of a door and are located between the upper baking pan 1 and the lower baking pan 2 and overlap with their handles longitudinally.

[0032] This design not only ensures a consistent and aesthetically pleasing overall appearance, but also facilitates the opening of the upper baking tray 2 throughout the entire use of the waffle maker, while also improving the comfort of holding it while carrying it.

[0033] Example 4: Please refer to 1- Figure 4 As shown, this utility model provides another technical solution: while the upper baking pan 1 and the lower baking pan 2 are rotatably connected, the upper baking pan 1 can also move longitudinally relative to the lower baking pan 2.

[0034] Specifically, a protrusion 7 is provided on the side of the lower baking pan 2 away from its handle, and a through longitudinal extension hole 8 is provided in the protrusion 7. Two limiting parts 9 are provided on the side of the upper baking pan 1 away from its handle. The protrusion 7 is located between the two limiting parts 9, and a rotating shaft with the through extension hole 8 is fixed between the two limiting parts 9.

[0035] In practical use, the rotating shaft passes through the extension hole 8, which first satisfies the opening and closing of the upper baking pan 1 relative to the lower baking pan 2. The design of the protrusion 7 and the limiting part 9 is used for the setting of the extension hole 8. In this way, the rotating shaft passing through the extension hole 8 can move up and down within the extension hole 8, so that the upper baking pan 1 can move away from or closer to the lower baking pan 2. This is used to adjust the distance between the lower baking pan 2 and the upper baking pan 1. The purpose of this design is that after the side baking ring 3 is removed, by adjusting the distance between the upper baking pan 1 and the lower baking pan 2, the upper baking pan 1 and the lower baking pan 2 can be directly kept in closed contact. This means that even without the side baking ring 3, the normal baking of waffles can still be guaranteed, thereby increasing the flexibility of the size of the baked waffles, which can be selected according to needs.

[0036] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A waffle maker, comprising an upper baking pan (1) and a lower baking pan (2) rotatably connected, characterized in that: It also includes two side grilling rings (3) that can be assembled into a complete ring structure. Each of the two side grilling rings (3) is fixed with an L-shaped handle (4), and the ends of the two L-shaped handles (4) away from the side grilling rings (3) are rotatably connected.

2. The waffle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A protrusion (5) is provided at the bottom of any of the L-shaped grips (4), and a groove (6) is provided at the top. Furthermore, the other L-shaped grip (4) is provided with a protrusion (5) on the top and a groove (6) on the bottom. The upper baking pan (1) and the lower baking pan (2) are also provided with matching protrusions (5) and grooves (6) respectively.

3. The waffle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: After the two side baking rings (3) are assembled, the two L-shaped handles (4) are in the shape of a door and are located between the upper baking pan (1) and the lower baking pan (2) and overlap with their handles longitudinally.

4. The waffle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: While the upper baking pan (1) and the lower baking pan (2) are rotatably connected, the upper baking pan (1) can also move longitudinally relative to the lower baking pan (2).

5. The waffle machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A protrusion (7) is provided on the side of the lower baking pan (2) away from its handle. A through longitudinal extension hole (8) is provided in the protrusion (7). Two limiting parts (9) are provided on the side of the upper baking pan (1) away from its handle. The protrusion (7) is located between the two limiting parts (9), and a rotating shaft with the through extension hole (8) is fixed between the two limiting parts (9).