An ice maker control device and an ice maker

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of ice-making equipment technology, and solves the problem that condensation easily forms inside ice makers during use, leading to damage to internal parts and affecting the lifespan of the ice maker. Specifically, it is an ice maker control device and an ice maker, including an ice maker housing. A groove is formed on the front of the ice maker housing. A refrigeration electronic module is arranged on one side inside the groove. A steam device is arranged adjacent to the refrigeration electronic module. Temperature control components are arranged on both sides of the inner wall of the ice maker housing. A refrigerator is arranged on the top of the ice maker housing. The temperature control components include a temperature and humidity sensor fixedly connected to one side inside the groove. A microcontroller is electrically connected to one side of the temperature and humidity sensor. A PTC heating element is electrically connected to the other side of the microcontroller. A cavity is formed adjacent to the groove, and a vacuum insulation plate is arranged inside the cavity.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice-making equipment technology, specifically to an ice maker control device and an ice maker. Background Technology

[0002] Ice makers can cool water to form ice cubes. Ice makers are generally equipped with a control device to control the operation of the ice maker. However, ice makers on the market generally do not have light-emitting display components such as digital tubes or LCD screens on their control devices.

[0003] Although existing ice maker control devices and technical solutions offer good safety and efficiency, their drawbacks are also more apparent. For example, condensation can easily form inside the ice maker during use, causing damage to internal parts and affecting its lifespan. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides an ice maker control device and an ice maker, which solves the problem that condensation easily forms inside the ice maker during use, leading to damage to internal parts and affecting the lifespan of the ice maker.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: an ice maker control device and an ice maker, comprising an ice maker housing, a groove on the front of the ice maker housing, a refrigeration electronic module disposed on one side inside the groove, a steam device disposed adjacent to the refrigeration electronic module, temperature control components disposed on both sides of the inner side walls of the ice maker housing, and a refrigerator outlet disposed on the top of the ice maker housing.

[0006] In one specific embodiment, the temperature control component includes a temperature and humidity sensor fixedly connected to one side of the groove, one side of the temperature and humidity sensor is electrically connected to a microcontroller, and the other side of the microcontroller is electrically connected to a PTC heating element.

[0007] In one specific embodiment, a cavity is formed at the adjacent location of the groove, and a vacuum insulation plate is disposed inside the cavity.

[0008] In one specific embodiment, a baffle is provided on the front side of the groove, and a grid plate is embedded on the front side of the baffle.

[0009] In one specific embodiment, the front of the refrigerator is threaded with a hinge, and a door stop is hinged to one side of the hinge.

[0010] In one specific embodiment, a bolt is threadedly connected to the edge of the top of the ice maker housing, and an indicator light panel is threadedly connected to the surface of the bolt.

[0011] In one specific embodiment, screws are threadedly connected to both sides of the ice maker housing, and a vent plate is threadedly connected to the surface of the screws.

[0012] The ice maker according to a second aspect of the present invention includes the ice maker control device disclosed in any of the above embodiments.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides an ice maker control device and an ice maker, which have the following advantages:

[0014] In the technical solution disclosed in this utility model, the temperature control component and the ice maker shell are used in cooperation. When the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the groove is too large, the temperature and humidity sensor can transmit the data to the inside of the microcontroller. Then the microcontroller can turn on the power of the PTC heating element. Then the PTC heating element can transfer heat energy to the surface of the cooling electronic module and steam equipment inside the groove, so as to prevent the condensation from forming on the surface.

[0015] The groove provided by this utility model has a cavity opened at the adjacent position, and a vacuum insulation plate is provided inside the cavity. A baffle is provided on the front of the groove, and a grid plate is embedded on the front of the baffle. When the ice maker shell is used for too long, its vacuum insulation plate can effectively isolate external heat energy, thereby helping to reduce the generation of condensate inside the groove. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the vacuum insulation panel structure of this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Ice maker housing; 2. Refrigeration electronic module; 3. Steam equipment; 4. Temperature control components; 41. Temperature and humidity sensor; 42. Microcontroller; 43. PTC heating element; 5. Refrigerator outlet; 6. Vacuum insulation plate; 7. Baffle; 8. Grille plate; 9. Door; 10. Bolt; 11. Indicator light panel; 12. Ventilation plate. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The following will describe in detail the implementation of this application with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, so that the implementation process of how this application uses technical means to solve technical problems and achieve technical effects can be fully understood and implemented accordingly.

[0023] Figures 1-4 In one embodiment of this utility model, an ice maker control device and an ice maker are provided, including an ice maker housing 1. A groove is provided on the front of the ice maker housing 1, and a refrigeration electronic module 2 is provided on one side inside the groove. A steam device 3 is provided adjacent to the refrigeration electronic module 2. The refrigeration electronic module 2 and the steam device 3 facilitate the rapid production of ice by personnel. Temperature control components 4 are provided on both sides of the inner side wall of the ice maker housing 1. A refrigerator outlet 5 is provided on the top of the ice maker housing 1. The refrigerator outlet 5 facilitates the production of ice by personnel.

[0024] The specific problem addressed in this embodiment is to solve the issue of condensation easily forming inside the ice maker during use, leading to damage to internal parts and affecting the ice maker's lifespan. This invention utilizes the cooperative use of the temperature control component 4 and the ice maker shell 1. When the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the groove is too large, the temperature and humidity sensor 41 transmits the data to the microcontroller 42. The microcontroller 42 then powers on the PTC heating element 43, which in turn delivers heat energy to the surfaces of the cooling electronic module 2 and steam device 3 inside the groove, preventing condensation from forming on the surfaces.

[0025] The temperature control component 4 includes a temperature and humidity sensor 41 fixedly connected to one side of the groove. One side of the temperature and humidity sensor 41 is electrically connected to a microcontroller 42, and the other side of the microcontroller 42 is electrically connected to a PTC heating element 43. In this specific embodiment, a cavity is opened at the adjacent part of the groove, and a vacuum insulation plate 6 is arranged inside the cavity. A baffle 7 is arranged on the front of the groove, and a grid plate 8 is embedded on the front of the baffle 7. When the ice maker shell 1 is used for too long, its vacuum insulation plate 6 can effectively isolate external heat energy, thereby helping to reduce the generation of condensate inside the groove.

[0026] In this specific embodiment, a hinge is threadedly connected to the front of the refrigerator 5, and a stop door 9 is hinged to one side of the hinge. With the stop door 9, when a person needs to remove ice, the stop door 9 can be pulled directly to remove the ice, thus facilitating the removal of ice. A bolt 10 is threadedly connected to the top edge of the ice maker housing 1, and an indicator light plate 11 is threadedly connected to the surface of the bolt 10. The bolt 10 and the indicator light plate 11 facilitate the disassembly of the indicator light plate 11. Screws are threadedly connected to both sides of the ice maker housing 1, and a vent plate 12 is threadedly connected to the surface of the screws. The vent plate 12 improves the purpose of preventing condensation.

[0027] The ice maker according to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention includes the ice maker control device disclosed in any of the above embodiments. The ice maker control device of this design has good anti-condensation properties, improving the service life of the ice maker and ensuring reliable operation.

[0028] The control method of this utility model is automatic control through a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by simple programming by those skilled in the art. The power supply is also common knowledge in the field. Since this utility model is mainly used to protect mechanical devices, the control method and circuit connection will not be explained in detail.

[0029] It should be noted that, in this document, the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0030] 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, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An ice maker control device comprising an ice maker housing (1), characterized in that: The ice maker housing (1) has a groove on its front side, a refrigeration electronic module (2) is provided on one side inside the groove, a steam device (3) is provided next to the refrigeration electronic module (2), temperature control components (4) are provided on both sides of the inner side wall of the ice maker housing (1), and a refrigerator (5) is provided on the top of the ice maker housing (1). The temperature control component (4) includes a temperature and humidity sensor (41) fixedly connected to one side of the groove. One side of the temperature and humidity sensor (41) is electrically connected to a microcontroller (42), and the other side of the microcontroller (42) is electrically connected to a PTC heating element (43).

2. The ice maker control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A cavity is provided at the adjacent part of the groove, and a vacuum insulation plate (6) is provided inside the cavity.

3. The ice maker control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A baffle (7) is provided on the front side of the groove, and a grid plate (8) is embedded on the front side of the baffle (7).

4. The ice maker control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The refrigerator (5) has a hinge threaded connection on the front, and a door stop (9) is hinged to one side of the hinge.

5. The ice maker control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ice maker housing (1) has a bolt (10) threadedly connected to the edge of the top, and an indicator light panel (11) is threadedly connected to the surface of the bolt (10).

6. The ice maker control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ice maker housing (1) has screws threadedly connected to both sides, and the screws have vent plates (12) threadedly connected to their surfaces.

7. An ice maker, characterized in that, Includes the ice maker control device as described in any one of claims 1-6.

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