Ice maker

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of ice making, specifically relates to an ice maker, the ice maker includes: the body, the ice storage bin, the refrigeration subassembly, the heat preservation passageway, the ice storage bin sets up in the body, the ice storage bin has the side wall, the heat preservation passageway sets up in the inside of side wall, the refrigeration subassembly is connected with the heat preservation passageway, the heat preservation passageway is used for conducting the cold quantity to the ice storage bin inside. The body is provided with the ice storage bin, and the ice storage bin is used for storing ice blocks, and the heat preservation passageway is arranged in the side wall of the ice storage bin;The refrigeration subassembly is connected with the heat preservation passageway, and the cold quantity prepared by the refrigeration subassembly can be conducted to the side wall of the ice storage bin through the heat preservation passageway, and then the heat is conducted to the ice storage bin through the heat preservation passageway to provide better heat preservation effect for the ice storage bin, avoid the ice block in the ice storage bin melting;The heat preservation passageway is arranged in the inner wall of the ice storage bin, which not only can improve the heat preservation effect of the ice storage bin, but also can reduce the occupation of the internal space of the ice storage bin, so that the ice storage bin has larger storage space.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice making, specifically to an ice maker. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards continue to improve, ice makers are gradually entering individual households, and adding ice to various wines and beverages to make chilled drinks has become a consumer trend. Currently, the insulation components of ice makers in related technologies are either located inside or outside the ice storage compartment, using heat conduction for cooling. However, placing the insulation components outside the ice storage compartment results in poor insulation performance, while placing them inside reduces the internal space of the ice storage compartment. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, this utility model provides an ice maker. The ice maker can reduce the space occupied inside the ice storage compartment.

[0004] This utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] An ice maker, characterized in that it comprises: a main body, an ice storage chamber, a refrigeration component, and an insulation channel;

[0006] The ice storage chamber is disposed within the main body, the ice storage chamber has a side wall, the insulation channel is at least partially disposed inside the side wall, the refrigeration component is connected to the insulation channel, and the insulation channel is used to conduct cold energy into the ice storage chamber.

[0007] Furthermore, the sidewall includes a first sidewall, a second sidewall, and a third sidewall; wherein the heat-insulating channel is sequentially bent and disposed within the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the third sidewall.

[0008] Furthermore, the ice storage chamber has a first side wall and a second side wall; wherein the first side wall and the second side wall are arranged opposite to each other, and the heat preservation channel is arranged inside the first side wall and the second side wall.

[0009] Furthermore, a guide groove is provided inside the side wall, and an insulation pipe is provided in the guide groove, forming the insulation channel inside the insulation pipe.

[0010] Furthermore, the refrigeration assembly includes: a compressor, a condenser, a throttle valve, and a drive component;

[0011] The compressor is connected to the condenser, the drive unit is located on one side of the condenser, the condenser is connected to the throttle, the throttle is connected to the insulation channel, and the insulation channel is connected to the compressor; the compressor contains a cooling medium, and the compressor is used to drive the cooling medium to circulate between the insulation channel and the condenser.

[0012] Furthermore, the condenser has a recess on one side, the recess being disposed on the side of the condenser near the compressor, and the drive member is disposed within the recess, the drive member being used to blow airflow toward the side away from the compressor.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes: an ice delivery component;

[0014] The ice delivery component is installed inside the ice storage chamber and is used to transport ice blocks inside the ice storage chamber to the outside of the ice storage chamber.

[0015] Furthermore, the ice delivery assembly includes: a conveying rod and a drive mechanism;

[0016] The conveying rod is disposed in the ice storage bin, with its two ends respectively disposed at opposite ends of the ice storage bin. The driving mechanism is connected to the conveying rod and is used to drive the conveying rod to rotate.

[0017] Furthermore, the conveying rod has a cavity, and a condenser tube is disposed inside the cavity.

[0018] Furthermore, it also includes: a heat insulation layer; the heat insulation layer is disposed on the inner wall of the ice storage compartment and / or the outer wall of the ice storage compartment.

[0019] The main body contains an ice storage compartment for storing ice. Insulation channels are located within the side walls of the ice storage compartment. The refrigeration components are connected to these channels, allowing the cooling energy generated by the refrigeration components to be conducted to the side walls of the ice storage compartment through the insulation channels. Heat is then transferred into the ice storage compartment through the insulation channels, providing better insulation and preventing the ice from melting. Placing the insulation channels within the inner wall of the ice storage compartment not only improves its insulation performance but also reduces the space occupied inside, allowing for a larger storage capacity. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of an ice maker provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the ice storage compartment provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an ice maker provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the condenser and drive component provided in the embodiments of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the ice storage bin provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the conveyor rod provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an ice maker provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0029] 100-Ice maker; 10-Body; 20-Ice storage compartment; 21-Side wall; 22-First side wall; 23-Second side wall; 24-Third side wall; 25-Guide groove; 30-Refrigeration component; 31-Compressor; 32-Condenser; 321-Recess; 33-Throttle; 34-Drive component; 40-Insulation channel; 50-Ice delivery component; 51-Conveying rod; 511-Cavity; 512-Condenser pipe; 52-Drive mechanism; 60-Insulation layer. Detailed Implementation

[0030] 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.

[0031] The terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this utility model are used to distinguish different objects, not to describe a specific order. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or apparatuses.

[0032] In this document, references to "embodiment" or "implementation" mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment or implementation may be included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0033] As people's living standards continue to improve, ice makers are gradually entering individual households, and adding ice to various wines and beverages to make chilled drinks has become a consumer trend. Currently, the insulation components of ice makers in related technologies are either located inside or outside the ice storage compartment, using heat conduction for cooling. However, placing the insulation components outside the ice storage compartment results in poor insulation performance, while placing them inside reduces the internal space of the ice storage compartment.

[0034] Therefore, this embodiment provides an ice maker. The ice maker can reduce the space occupied inside the ice storage compartment.

[0035] Please see Figure 1 An ice maker 100 includes: a main body 10, an ice storage chamber 20, a refrigeration component 30, and an insulation channel 40;

[0036] The ice storage chamber 20 is disposed inside the main body 10. The ice storage chamber 20 has a side wall 21. The heat preservation channel 40 is at least partially disposed inside the side wall 21. The refrigeration component 30 is connected to the heat preservation channel 40. The heat preservation channel 40 is used to conduct cold energy into the ice storage chamber 20.

[0037] The main body 10 is equipped with an ice storage compartment 20 for storing ice. An insulation channel 40 is installed inside the side wall 21 of the ice storage compartment 20. The refrigeration component 30 is connected to the insulation channel 40. The cooling capacity generated by the refrigeration component 30 can be conducted to the side wall 21 of the ice storage compartment 20 through the insulation channel 40. Then, the heat is conducted into the ice storage compartment 20 through the insulation channel 40 to provide a better insulation effect for the ice storage compartment 20 and prevent the ice in the ice storage compartment 20 from melting. Setting the insulation channel 40 in the inner wall of the ice storage compartment 20 can not only improve the insulation effect of the ice storage compartment 20, but also reduce the internal space occupied by the ice storage compartment 20, so that the ice storage compartment 20 can have a larger storage space.

[0038] In contrast to existing technologies where heat exchange between the ice storage chamber 20 and the insulation component is achieved through airflow, by placing the insulation channel 40 within the inner wall of the ice storage chamber 20, heat exchange between the ice storage chamber 20 and the insulation channel 40 is achieved through the side wall 21 of the ice storage chamber 20. This allows the entire ice storage chamber 20 to be cooled by the insulation channel 40, thereby lowering the temperature inside the ice storage chamber 20 and improving the cooling effect of the ice maker 100. Compared to the existing technology that uses airflow for heat exchange, the cooling efficiency and insulation effect are higher when the insulation channel 40 is placed within the inner wall of the ice storage chamber 20.

[0039] Please see Figure 2 In some embodiments, the sidewall 21 includes a first sidewall 22, a second sidewall 23, and a third sidewall 24; wherein the heat insulation channel 40 is sequentially bent and disposed within the first sidewall 22, the second sidewall 23, and the third sidewall 24.

[0040] Understandably, the ice storage chamber 20 has a first side wall 22, a second side wall 23, and a third side wall 24. The first side wall 22, the second side wall 23, and the third side wall 24 are arranged sequentially to form a U-shaped insulation structure. Each of the first side wall 22, the second side wall 23, and the third side wall 24 has an insulation channel 40, which also forms a U-shaped structure to ensure uniform heat transfer within the ice storage chamber 20. This improves the insulation effect of the ice storage chamber 20, allowing it to maintain a lower temperature and enhancing its overall insulation performance.

[0041] Please see Figure 2 In some embodiments, the ice storage chamber 20 has a first side wall 22 and a second side wall 23; wherein the first side wall 22 and the second side wall 23 are arranged opposite to each other, and the heat preservation channel 40 is arranged inside the first side wall 22 and the second side wall 23.

[0042] Understandably, the ice storage chamber 20 has a first side wall 22 and a second side wall 23, which are arranged opposite to each other. Insulation channels 40 are provided inside the first side wall 22 and the second side wall 23. In this way, the insulation channels 40 in the first side wall 22 and the second side wall 23 can radiate heat into the ice storage chamber 20 from opposite directions, which can improve the cooling rate inside the ice storage chamber 20 and make the temperature inside the ice storage chamber 20 more uniform. This not only improves the cooling effect inside the ice storage chamber 20, but also improves the insulation effect of the ice storage chamber 20.

[0043] Please see Figure 2In some embodiments, guide grooves 25 are provided in the first sidewall 22 and / or the second sidewall 23 and / or the third sidewall 24, and the heat preservation channel 40 is disposed in the guide grooves 25.

[0044] In some embodiments, a guide groove 25 is provided in the side wall 21, and a heat-insulating pipe is provided in the guide groove 25, and the heat-insulating channel 40 is formed in the heat-insulating pipe.

[0045] Understandably, guide grooves 25 are provided inside the first side wall 22, the second side wall 23, and the third side wall 24, that is, guide grooves 25 are provided inside the side wall 21. The guide groove 25 is a circular hollow part 511. The interior of the guide groove 25 is used to fix and install the insulation channel 40. The guide groove 25 can be slotted on the side wall 21 of the ice storage chamber 20 according to the setting method of the insulation channel 40. Setting the insulation channel 40 in the guide groove 25 can effectively fix the insulation channel 40, avoid displacement caused by vibration or long-term use, and improve the stability of the ice storage machine. The above-mentioned guide grooves 25 can be set in an S-shape or U-shape on the side wall 21 of the ice storage chamber 20. The length and spacing of the guide grooves 25 can be determined according to the volume of the ice storage chamber 20.

[0046] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, the refrigeration assembly 30 includes: a compressor 31, a condenser 32, a throttle 33, and a drive element 34;

[0047] The compressor 31 is connected to the condenser 32, the drive unit 34 is disposed on one side of the condenser 32, the condenser 32 is connected to the throttle 33, the throttle 33 is connected to the insulation channel 40, and the insulation channel 40 is connected to the compressor 31; the compressor 31 is provided with a cooling medium, and the compressor 31 is used to drive the cooling medium to circulate between the insulation channel 40 and the condenser 32.

[0048] Understandably, the refrigeration assembly 30 is used for refrigeration. The refrigeration assembly 30 includes a compressor 31, a condenser 32, a throttle valve 33, and a drive unit 34. The compressor 31, condenser 32, and drive unit 34 are all located outside the ice storage compartment 20. The drive unit 34 is mounted on the condenser 32 and is used to cool the condenser 32. The compressor 31 and condenser 32 are connected by copper pipes. The condenser 32 is connected to the throttle valve 33 by copper pipes. The throttle valve 33 is connected to the insulation channel 40 by copper pipes. 40 is installed in the ice storage chamber 20; when the compressor 31 generates high-temperature and high-pressure gas, when it passes through the condenser 32, the drive component 34 installed on the condenser 32 can dissipate heat for the condenser 32. After dissipation, the gas enters the throttle 33 and then flows into the insulation channel 40. This enables the insulation channel 40 to generate cold energy. After the cold energy generated by the insulation channel 40 is conducted through the ice storage chamber 20, the internal temperature of the ice storage chamber 20 is reduced, thereby achieving the insulation effect inside the ice storage chamber 20.

[0049] Please see Figure 4 In some embodiments, the condenser 32 has a recess 321 on one side, the recess 321 being disposed on the side of the condenser 32 near the compressor 31, and the drive member 34 being disposed within the recess 321, the drive member 34 being used to blow airflow toward the side away from the compressor 31.

[0050] Understandably, a recess 321 is provided on either side of the condenser 32. The recess 321 is used to install the drive component 34. Installing the drive component 34 in the recess 321 can reduce the volume occupied by the refrigeration component 30 in the ice maker 100. After the drive component 34 is installed in the recess 321, the recess 321 can also protect the drive component 34. When the drive component 34 drives the airflow, the airflow forms a restricted flow path in the recess 321, which can reduce the airflow dissipation, thereby increasing the airflow through the condenser 32, improving the heat exchange efficiency of the condenser 32, and thus making the thermal conductivity higher.

[0051] In some embodiments, the condenser 32 includes: a plurality of heat dissipation fins;

[0052] The heat dissipation fins are spaced apart, and there is a flow channel between two adjacent heat dissipation fins. The driving member 34 is used to drive airflow through the flow channel.

[0053] Understandably, the condenser 32 includes multiple heat dissipation fins, which are spaced apart and form a flow channel between adjacent heat dissipation fins, allowing airflow to pass through. When the drive unit 34 drives the airflow, it can make the airflow contact with the multiple heat dissipation fins, thus enabling the airflow to fully exchange heat with the heat dissipation fins. This allows the airflow to better cool the condenser 32 per unit time, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the condenser 32.

[0054] Please see Figure 5 In some embodiments, it also includes: an ice delivery assembly 50;

[0055] The ice delivery component 50 is disposed inside the ice storage chamber 20, and the ice delivery component 50 is used to transport ice blocks inside the ice storage chamber 20 to the outside of the ice storage chamber 20.

[0056] Understandably, the ice storage machine can automatically dispense ice through the ice delivery component 50. Specifically, the ice storage machine is equipped with an instruction input module. When the user operates the instruction input module, the ice storage machine can process the user's input instructions and control the ice delivery component 50 to work, so that the ice delivery component 50 delivers ice from the ice storage compartment 20 for the user's use. The preset output can be set according to the usage scenario. For example, the preset amount of ice can be output according to the type of beverage.

[0057] Please see Figure 5 In some embodiments, the ice delivery assembly 50 includes: a delivery rod 51 and a drive mechanism 52;

[0058] The conveying rod 51 is disposed in the ice storage chamber 20, and the two ends of the conveying rod 51 are respectively disposed at opposite ends of the ice storage chamber 20. The driving mechanism 52 is connected to the conveying rod 51 and is used to drive the conveying rod 51 to rotate.

[0059] Understandably, the ice delivery assembly 50 can transport ice blocks from the ice storage compartment 20 to the user end for use. The ice delivery assembly 50 includes a conveying rod 51 and a driving component 34. The conveying rod 51 is disposed inside the ice storage compartment 20, with its two ends respectively disposed at opposite ends (opposite sides in the length direction) of the ice storage compartment 20. The driving mechanism 52 is disposed outside the ice storage compartment 20 and is connected to the conveying rod 51. Thus, the driving component 34 can drive or drive the conveying rod 51 to rotate. A spiral blade is disposed on the outer periphery of the conveying rod 51. When the conveying rod 51 rotates, it can drive the spiral blade to rotate, thereby transporting the ice blocks inside the ice storage compartment 20 to the outside of the ice storage compartment 20 through the spiral blade, thus realizing the delivery of ice blocks.

[0060] Please see Figure 6In some embodiments, the conveying rod 51 has a cavity 511, and a condenser tube 512 is disposed inside the cavity 511.

[0061] Understandably, the conveyor rod 51 has an internal cavity. To further improve the insulation effect inside the ice storage chamber 20, a condenser pipe 512 is installed inside the conveyor rod 51, that is, a condenser pipe 512 is installed in the cavity 511. The condenser pipe 512 can be connected to a throttle valve, which enables the insulation channel 40 to generate cooling capacity, thereby further reducing the temperature of the conveyor rod 51. Since the conveyor rod 51 is connected to the motor, and the motor is located outside the ice storage chamber 20, the conveyor rod 51 can also conduct heat from outside the ice storage chamber 20 to the inside of the ice storage chamber 20 to a certain extent, thus affecting the insulation effect of the ice storage chamber 20. In order to reduce the impact of the conveyor rod 51 on the temperature inside the ice storage chamber 20, a condenser pipe 512 is installed inside the conveyor rod 51 to reduce the temperature of the conveyor rod 51, thereby reducing the impact of the conveyor rod 51 on the temperature inside the ice storage chamber 20.

[0062] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, it further includes: a heat insulation layer 60; the heat insulation layer 60 is disposed on the inner sidewall 21 of the ice storage chamber 20 and / or the outer sidewall 21 of the ice storage chamber 20.

[0063] It is understandable that a heat insulation layer 60 is provided on the outside or inside of the ice storage chamber 20, or the heat insulation layer 60 can be provided on both the inside and outside of the ice storage chamber 20. The heat insulation layer 60 can insulate the temperature inside the ice storage chamber 20. When the temperature of the ice storage chamber 20 is low, the heat insulation layer 60 can prevent the cold energy inside the ice storage chamber 20 from leaking out, delay the cooling time of the ice storage, and reduce energy waste.

[0064] In this utility model, the terms "embodiment" and "implementation" mean that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment can be included in at least one embodiment of this utility model. The appearance of these phrases in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor are they independent or alternative embodiments mutually exclusive with other embodiments. Those skilled in the art will understand, explicitly and implicitly, that the embodiments described in this utility model can be combined with other embodiments. Furthermore, it should be understood that the features, structures, or characteristics described in the various embodiments of this utility model can be arbitrarily combined to form another embodiment that does not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, provided there is no contradiction between them.

[0065] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the above preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions to the technical solution of this utility model should not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model.

Claims

1. An ice maker, characterized in that, include: The main body, ice storage compartment, refrigeration components, and insulated passageway; The ice storage chamber is disposed within the main body, the ice storage chamber has a side wall, the insulation channel is at least partially disposed within the side wall, the refrigeration component is connected to the insulation channel, and the insulation channel is used to conduct cold energy into the ice storage chamber.

2. The ice maker according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sidewall includes a first sidewall, a second sidewall, and a third sidewall; wherein the heat insulation channel is sequentially arranged inside the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the third sidewall.

3. The ice maker according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sidewall includes a first sidewall and a second sidewall; wherein the first sidewall and the second sidewall are disposed opposite to each other, and the heat insulation channel is disposed inside the first sidewall and the second sidewall.

4. The ice maker according to claim 1, characterized in that, A guide groove is provided inside the side wall, and an insulation pipe is provided in the guide groove, forming the insulation channel inside the insulation pipe.

5. The ice maker according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The refrigeration components include: a compressor, a condenser, a throttle valve, and a drive unit; The compressor is connected to the condenser, the drive unit is located on one side of the condenser, the condenser is connected to the throttle, the throttle is connected to the insulation channel, and the insulation channel is connected to the compressor; the compressor contains a cooling medium, and the compressor is used to drive the cooling medium to circulate between the insulation channel and the condenser.

6. The ice maker according to claim 5, characterized in that, The condenser has a recess on one side, the recess being located on the side of the condenser close to the compressor, and the drive member is located within the recess, the drive member being used to blow airflow away from the compressor.

7. The ice maker according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, Also includes: Ice delivery components; The ice delivery component is installed inside the ice storage chamber and is used to transport ice blocks inside the ice storage chamber to the outside of the ice storage chamber.

8. The ice maker according to claim 7, characterized in that, The ice delivery assembly includes: a conveying rod and a drive mechanism; The conveying rod is disposed in the ice storage bin, with its two ends respectively disposed at opposite ends of the ice storage bin. The driving mechanism is connected to the conveying rod and is used to drive the conveying rod to rotate.

9. The ice maker according to claim 8, characterized in that, The conveying rod has a cavity, and a condenser tube is installed inside the cavity.

10. The ice maker according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, Also includes: A heat insulation layer; the heat insulation layer is disposed on the inner wall of the ice storage compartment and / or the outer wall of the ice storage compartment.

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