A combination snap-together cake plate

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of cake tray technology and discloses a modular cake tray, including a base, a connecting plate fixedly connected to the upper end of the base, and a plurality of tangent grooves evenly formed on the upper surface of the connecting plate, dividing the connecting plate into a plurality of equal-sized fan-shaped blocks. Each fan-shaped block can be detachably connected to a fan-shaped tray. It also includes a pair of U-shaped positioning posts slidingly disposed around the outer edge of the base, cooperating with the tangent grooves. The tangent grooves are arranged in a straight line and evenly radiate outwards from the center of the connecting plate, and are interconnected. The advantages compared to existing technologies are: precise cutting; the U-shaped positioning posts, magnetic plates, and tangent grooves cooperate to achieve even division; the fan-shaped trays are double-fixed with magnetic insertion, stable and easy to disassemble, can be used individually to avoid cake damage, and can also be used directly as a serving plate; the sliding positioning structures are smooth and stable, and the operation is simple and highly adaptable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cake tray technology, specifically to a modular cake tray. Technical Background

[0002] In daily life, cakes are a common food for festivals, parties and other occasions, and the practicality of the tools used to serve and cut them directly affects the user experience.

[0003] Most cake pans on the market are currently of a single-piece structure, which presents several inconveniences in actual use. Firstly, the lack of a precise positioning guide structure when cutting cakes makes it easy for users to deviate from the cutting trajectory and produce uneven cuts when cutting manually. This is especially true for beginners, who may find it difficult to divide the cake into equal portions, affecting both the eating experience and the appearance. Secondly, single-piece cake pans are not convenient for removing portions of the cake. When it is necessary to remove a portion of the cake, additional tools are often required to lift it from the whole cake, which can easily lead to damage to the cake's shape and crumbs falling out. Furthermore, storing the remaining cake after it has been portioned also requires moving the entire cake pan, resulting in poor flexibility. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical issues

[0005] The technical problem this invention aims to solve is that most cake pans in the prior art are of a single-piece structure, which is not convenient for dividing the cake, and lacks a precise positioning and guiding structure when cutting the cake, making it difficult to divide the cake into equal portions.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To solve the above technical problems, this solution provides a modular cake pan, achieved through the following technical means:

[0008] A modular cake pan includes a base, a connecting plate fixedly connected to the upper end of the base, and a plurality of tangent grooves evenly formed on the upper surface of the connecting plate, which divide the connecting plate into a plurality of fan-shaped blocks of equal size. Each fan-shaped block can be detachably connected to a fan-shaped tray. The pan also includes a pair of U-shaped positioning posts that slide around the outer edge of the base and cooperate with the tangent grooves.

[0009] As an improvement, the tangential groove is provided with a number of grooves that are evenly distributed in all directions from the center of the connecting disc, and the tangential grooves on the same straight line are interconnected.

[0010] As an improvement, a pair of arc strips are symmetrically fixedly arranged on the outer edge of the upper surface of the chassis, and T-shaped through grooves are opened on the arc strips. A T-shaped arc block that mates with the T-shaped through groove is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the U-shaped positioning post.

[0011] As an improvement, several magnetic sheets are attached at equal intervals to the inner side of the upper surface of the arc strip, and a connecting piece is fixedly connected to the inner side of the T-shaped arc block near the upper end, and a magnetic sheet is also fixedly connected to the bottom end of the connecting piece.

[0012] As an improvement, six magnetic sheets are provided on the upper surface of the arc strip, and their positions correspond one-to-one with the tangent grooves and are on the same straight line.

[0013] As an improvement, a magnetic ring block is fixedly glued to the upper end of each sector-shaped block, and a circular groove is opened at the corresponding position at the bottom of the sector-shaped tray to engage with the outer ring of the magnetic ring block. A magnetic column that engages with the inner ring of the magnetic ring block is fixedly glued in the circular groove.

[0014] As an improvement, a handle is fixedly provided at the tail end of the fan-shaped tray.

[0015] (III) Technical Effects

[0016] The advantages of this utility model compared with the prior art are as follows:

[0017] 1. Through the cooperation of the U-shaped positioning posts and magnetic plates, the U-shaped positioning posts can be quickly positioned to correspond to the tangent grooves, and the two U-shaped positioning posts can be precisely aligned on the same straight line, forming a stable cutting guide channel. Simultaneously, the cutter can cut along the dual guide trajectory of the U-shaped positioning posts and the tangent grooves, effectively avoiding trajectory deviation problems encountered during manual cutting. This ensures that each cut follows the preset trajectory, ultimately achieving uniform division of the cake and improving the aesthetics and consistency of the cake cut. It is especially suitable for scenarios requiring high cutting precision. Furthermore, the six magnetic plates correspond one-to-one with the tangent grooves, meeting the common cutting needs of six equal slices of cake, offering strong adaptability.

[0018] 2. The magnetic interlocking structure between the fan-shaped tray and the connecting plate ensures stability after assembly and allows for easy disassembly. When you need to take part of the cake, simply apply vertical upward force with the handle to easily remove the corresponding fan-shaped tray along with the cake, without needing additional tools to lift the cake, effectively preventing damage to the cake's shape and spillage. Furthermore, the separately removed fan-shaped tray can be used directly as a serving plate, enhancing usability, while remaining cake can be left on the other fan-shaped trays for later storage and retrieval, offering greater flexibility.

[0019] 3. The sector-shaped tray and connecting plate adopt a dual-fit structure of "circular groove and outer ring of magnetic block insertion + magnetic column and inner ring of magnetic block magnetic attraction". Compared with a single magnetic connection, radial positioning is more accurate and axial fastening is stronger, which can effectively prevent the sector-shaped tray from shifting when placed or slightly bumped. The magnetic connection method also ensures convenient disassembly without complicated operation. At the same time, the U-shaped positioning column achieves stable sliding through the cooperation of T-shaped arc block and T-shaped through groove, and achieves precise positioning through magnetic sheet. The sliding process is smooth and the stability after positioning is high, avoiding the positioning column shifting during cutting and affecting the cutting accuracy. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a modular cake pan.

[0022] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of the base of a modular cake pan;

[0023] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a fan-shaped tray for modular cake pans;

[0024] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of the U-shaped positioning column for a modular cake pan;

[0025] Figure 5 A top view of the overall structure of the modular cake pan;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a side view of the overall structure of a modular cake pan.

[0027] As shown in the figure, 1. base, 2. connecting plate, 3. tangent groove, 4. fan-shaped tray, 5. U-shaped positioning post, 6. arc strip, 7. T-shaped through groove, 8. magnetic ring block, 9. magnetic sheet, 10. handle, 11. round groove, 12. magnetic post, 13. T-shaped arc block, 14. connecting piece. Detailed Implementation

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more. Additionally, the term "comprising" and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0029] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0030] A modular cake pan, such as Figure 1 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 As shown, it includes:

[0031] The device includes a chassis 1, with a connecting plate 2 fixedly connected to the upper end of the chassis 1. The upper surface of the connecting plate 2 is evenly provided with several tangent grooves 3. These tangent grooves 3 divide the connecting plate 2 into several fan-shaped blocks of equal size. There are six tangent grooves 3, which are evenly distributed in all directions from the center of the connecting plate 2. The tangent grooves 3 on the same straight line are interconnected, ultimately dividing the connecting plate into six fan-shaped blocks of equal size. This design provides a guide channel for subsequent cutting.

[0032] like Figure 3 As shown, each sector-shaped block is detachably connected to a sector-shaped tray 4. A magnetic ring block 8 is fixedly glued to the upper end of each sector-shaped block. A circular groove 11 is provided at the bottom of the sector-shaped tray 4 to engage with the outer ring of the magnetic ring block 8. A magnetic post 12, which magnetically attracts the inner ring of the magnetic ring block 8, is fixedly glued into the circular groove 11. The circular groove 11 engages with the outer ring of the magnetic ring block 8 for radial positioning, preventing misalignment of the sector-shaped tray 4 during assembly. The magnetic post 12 engages with the inner ring of the magnetic ring block 8 for axial fastening, ensuring stable placement of the sector-shaped tray 4 after assembly.

[0033] The fan-shaped tray 4 is fixedly provided with a handle 10 at its tail end. The handle 10 provides a convenient point of force for disassembly. When it is necessary to take out part of the cake, simply apply a vertical upward force through the handle 10 to overcome the magnetic attraction force and easily take out the corresponding fan-shaped tray 4 along with the cake on it. There is no need to use additional tools to lift the cake, which effectively avoids damage to the cake shape and the falling of crumbs.

[0034] like Figure 2 , Figure 4 As shown, the base also includes a pair of U-shaped positioning posts 5 that slide along the outer edge of the base 1 and engage with the tangent groove 3. A pair of arc strips 6 are symmetrically fixed along the outer edge of the upper surface of the base 1. T-shaped through grooves 7 are formed on the arc strips 6. A T-shaped arc block 13, engaging with the T-shaped through groove 7, is fixedly connected to the bottom end of each U-shaped positioning post 5. The T-shaped through groove 7 and the T-shaped arc block 13 at the bottom end of the U-shaped positioning post 5 form a sliding engagement, ensuring that the U-shaped positioning post 5 can slide stably along the arc strip 6, avoiding jamming or displacement during sliding. The T-shaped through groove 7 is open at the upper end of the arc strip 6 and interconnected on both sides of the arc strip 6. The T-shaped arc block 13 can slide smoothly in and out of the T-shaped through groove 7, making assembly convenient. When not in use, it can be slid out without affecting the overall aesthetics of the cake.

[0035] Several magnetic sheets 9 are evenly spaced and pasted on the inner side of the upper surface of the arc strip 6. A connecting piece 14 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the T-shaped arc block 13 near the upper end, and a magnetic sheet 9 is also fixedly connected to the bottom end of the connecting piece 14. There are six magnetic sheets 9 on the upper surface of the arc strip 6, and their positions correspond one-to-one with the tangent groove 3, and they are on the same straight line. To ensure the U-shaped positioning post 5 is stably fixed by magnetic attraction when it slides to the corresponding position, preventing displacement during cutting, the two U-shaped positioning posts 5 are slidably set on the two arc strips 6 respectively. In use, simply move the U-shaped positioning post 5 to the same straight line and fix it with the magnetic piece 9. Through the cooperation of the U-shaped positioning post 5 and the magnetic piece 9, the U-shaped positioning post 5 can be quickly positioned to the position corresponding to the tangent groove 3. The two U-shaped positioning posts 5 can be precisely aligned on the same straight line. The cutter can cut along the dual guide trajectory of the U-shaped positioning post 5 and the tangent groove 3, effectively avoiding the trajectory deviation problem during manual cutting. This ensures that each cut is made along the preset trajectory, ultimately achieving uniform division of the cake and improving the aesthetics and consistency of the cake cutting. A stable cutting guide channel is formed. After the cutter passes through the two U-shaped positioning posts 5, it can continue to cut downwards along the tangent groove 3 until it reaches the bottom of the tangent groove 3, completing the uniform cut.

[0036] In the specific implementation of this embodiment:

[0037] In use, align the bottom circular groove 11 of each sector tray 4 with the corresponding magnetic ring block 8 of the connecting plate 2 and insert it. The magnetic post 12 magnetically attracts and secures the magnetic ring block 8, completing the tray assembly. Place the cake on the assembled sector tray 4. Slide the U-shaped positioning posts 5 on the two arc strips 6, using the magnetic sheet 9 to align them on the same straight line and precisely fit the corresponding tangent groove 3. Pass the cutter through the two U-shaped positioning posts 5 and cut downwards along the tangent groove 3 to the bottom, completing the even division. Apply a vertical upward force to the handle 10 of the target sector tray 4 to separate the magnetic post 12 from the magnetic ring block 8, allowing you to remove the tray and the cake on top. The individually removed sector tray 4 can be used directly as a serving plate, improving ease of use. Remaining cake can still be left on the other sector trays 4 for later storage and retrieval, offering greater flexibility. After use, the sector trays 4 can be disassembled and stacked for storage. The U-shaped positioning posts 5... It can be slid to the end of the curved bar for storage, making it convenient, efficient, and easy to store.

[0038] The parts not disclosed in this utility model are all prior art, and their specific structures and working principles will not be described in detail.

[0039] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0040] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A modular cake pan, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: The upper end of the chassis (1) is fixedly connected to a connecting plate (2). The upper surface of the connecting plate (2) is evenly provided with several tangent grooves (3). The several tangent grooves (3) divide the connecting plate (2) into several fan-shaped blocks of equal size. Each fan-shaped block can be detachably connected to a fan-shaped tray (4). It also includes a pair of U-shaped positioning posts (5) that are slidably arranged on the outer ring of the chassis (1) and cooperate with the tangent grooves (3).

2. The modular cake pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tangent groove (3) is provided in six parts and is evenly distributed in all directions from the center of the connecting plate (2). The tangent grooves (3) on the same straight line are interconnected.

3. The modular cake pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pair of arc strips (6) are symmetrically fixed on the outer edge of the upper surface of the chassis (1). T-shaped through grooves (7) are provided on the arc strips (6). A T-shaped arc block (13) that cooperates with the T-shaped through groove (7) is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the U-shaped positioning post (5).

4. A modular cake pan according to claim 3, characterized in that: Several magnetic sheets (9) are attached to the inner side of the upper surface of the arc strip (6) with equal gaps. A connecting piece (14) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the T-shaped arc block (13) near the upper end. A magnetic sheet (9) is also fixedly connected to the bottom end of the connecting piece (14).

5. A modular cake pan according to claim 4, characterized in that: There are six magnetic sheets (9) on the upper surface of the arc strip (6), and their positions correspond one-to-one with the tangent groove (3) and are on the same straight line.

6. A modular cake pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the fan-shaped blocks has a magnetic ring block (8) fixedly glued to its upper end. The bottom of the fan-shaped tray (4) has a corresponding circular groove (11) that is inserted into the outer ring of the magnetic ring block (8). A magnetic column (12) that is magnetically attracted to the inner ring of the magnetic ring block (8) is fixedly glued in the circular groove (11).

7. A modular cake pan according to claim 6, characterized in that: The fan-shaped tray (4) has a handle (10) fixedly installed at its tail end.

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