Ice outlet opening and closing structure and water purifying and ice making integrated machine

Abstract

An ice outlet opening and closing structure, comprising a hollow channel shell and a baffle arranged in the channel shell, the baffle being capable of opening and closing the channel shell, characterized in that the baffle is reversibly arranged in the channel shell through a torsion spring on one side; in the ice outlet opening state, the ice block gravity acts on the baffle and overcomes the torsion spring elastic force, the baffle is reversed to open the ice outlet opening; in the ice outlet opening closed state, the baffle is closed by the torsion spring elastic force. The utility model also discloses a water purifying and ice making integrated machine. The state switching between ice outlet and closed channel does not need electricity or manual intervention, and the ice outlet is automatically opened and closed through mechanical linkage; the whole structure is simple and reliable, energy consumption, manufacturing cost and maintenance cost are reduced, and the stability of long-term use is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an ice block outlet opening and closing structure, and also to a water purification and ice making integrated machine. Background Technology

[0002] With the upgrading of consumption and the popularization of health concepts, water purifiers have become an important part of modern homes and have been widely integrated into people's lives. These devices not only meet users' needs for high-quality drinking water through fine filtration technology, but also enhance the user experience through integrated functional design—their built-in heating module can instantly supply hot water at different temperature zones, and the cooling system can output refreshing iced drinks. The emergence of water purifiers and ice makers (also known as ice purifiers) with ice-making functions further expands the usage scenarios, creating a "full-dimensional drinking water solution".

[0003] The ice outlet structure of integrated water purifier and ice maker machines typically uses either an electric valve or a manual baffle to control ice dispensing. Electric valves, driven by a motor, require electricity, have complex structures, high failure rates, and high energy consumption. Manual baffles require manual operation, are prone to wear over time, and may not automatically reset, leading to inconvenience and insufficient sealing. Existing technologies often use rigid contact or gap fits to achieve a seal at the ice outlet. These structures tend to leave gaps when the baffle is closed, exposing the ice to air, accelerating melting, and introducing dust and other impurities. This can cause the ice to come into contact with the external environment, leading to contamination or impurities entering the ice storage tank. Utility Model Content

[0004] The first technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide an ice outlet opening and closing structure that can automatically switch between ice dispensing and closing, in view of the above-mentioned technical status quo.

[0005] The second technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a water purification and ice making integrated machine that can automatically switch between ice dispensing and shutting off, in view of the above-mentioned technical status quo.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the first technical problem mentioned above is: an ice outlet opening and closing structure, including a hollow channel shell and a baffle disposed in the aforementioned channel shell, the bottom of the aforementioned channel shell forms an ice outlet port, and the baffle can open and close the ice outlet port, characterized in that one side of the baffle can be flipped and disposed in the channel shell by a torsion spring;

[0007] When the ice outlet is in the ice-discharging state, the weight of the ice acts on the baffle and overcomes the torsion spring force, and the baffle flips to open the ice outlet.

[0008] When the ice outlet is closed, the baffle is closed by the force of the torsion spring.

[0009] To improve sealing, a sealing strip is provided on the outer periphery of the baffle. When the ice outlet port is closed, the aforementioned sealing strip is in sealed contact with the inner wall of the channel housing.

[0010] The preferred installation structure of the sealing strip is as follows: the outer edge of the baffle has a strip-shaped groove, and the sealing strip is embedded in the strip-shaped groove. Furthermore, the sealing strip is U-shaped, enclosing three sides of the baffle.

[0011] The outer end of the sealing strip has an outwardly protruding tip. The sealing strip forms a surface contact seal with the inner wall of the channel housing, and the tip forms a line contact seal with the inner wall of the channel housing. The sealing silicone design, which combines line and surface seals, forms a dynamic sealing interface around the baffle, allowing the baffle to open and close freely while preventing the intrusion of external impurities.

[0012] Preferably, the cross-section of the tip is triangular.

[0013] The preferred design for the installation of the torsion spring and the flipping structure of the baffle is as follows: a bushing is provided on one side of the inner cavity of the channel housing, and correspondingly, a shaft portion adapted to the aforementioned bushing is provided on one side of the baffle. The aforementioned shaft portion is rotatably disposed within the bushing, and the torsion spring is sleeved on the shaft portion and its two ends abut against the inner wall of the channel housing.

[0014] The inner cavity of the channel housing has an inclined surface, the side of the bushing away from the inclined surface is located inside the channel housing, the top of the baffle has a shaft portion, and the lower end can abut against the end of the inclined surface to achieve closure.

[0015] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the second technical problem mentioned above is: a water purification and ice making integrated machine with an ice outlet opening and closing structure.

[0016] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this invention are as follows: When ice is not being removed, the torsion spring keeps the baffle closed. When ice needs to be removed, the ice block's own weight acts on the baffle, overcoming the torsion spring's force, causing the baffle to flip open and the ice block to fall. When the ice block has fallen or ice removal is cancelled, the torsion spring returns the baffle to the closed state. The switching between the ice removal and closing channels requires no electricity or manual intervention; the ice outlet automatically opens and closes through mechanical linkage. The structure is simple and reliable, reducing energy consumption, manufacturing costs, and maintenance costs, and is suitable for improving long-term stability. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the example in the off state.

[0018] Figure 2 This is an enlarged view of the baffle.

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Exploded view of the center baffle and sealing strip.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a perspective sectional view of the embodiment in the closed state.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional sectional view from another perspective of the embodiment.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the embodiment in the open state. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0024] like Figures 1-5 As shown, the ice outlet opening and closing structure in this embodiment is applicable to an integrated water purifier and ice maker. Specifically, it includes a hollow channel housing 1 and a baffle 2 disposed within the channel housing 1. The bottom of the channel housing 1 forms an ice outlet port 12, and the baffle 2 can open and close the ice outlet port 12. One side of the baffle 2 is rotatably disposed within the channel housing 1 via a torsion spring 3. Specifically, a bushing 11 is provided on one side of the inner cavity of the channel housing 1. Correspondingly, the top of the baffle 2 has a shaft portion 22 adapted to the bushing 11. The shaft portion 22 is rotatably disposed within the bushing 11, and the torsion spring 3 is sleeved on the shaft portion 22 and its two ends abut against the inner wall of the channel housing 1.

[0025] A sealing strip 4 is provided on the outer periphery of the baffle 2. When the ice outlet port 12 is closed, the sealing strip 4 is in sealed contact with the inner wall of the channel housing 1. The outer edge of the baffle 2 has a strip groove 21, and the sealing strip 4 is embedded in the strip groove 21. The sealing strip 4 is U-shaped. The outer end of the sealing strip 4 has an outwardly protruding tip 41. In this embodiment, the tip 41 has a triangular cross-section.

[0026] The inner cavity of the channel housing 1 has an inclined surface 13. The side of the bushing 11 away from the inclined surface is located inside the channel housing 1. The lower end of the baffle 2 can abut against the end of the inclined surface 13 to achieve closure.

[0027] like Figure 6 As shown, when the ice outlet port 12 is in the ice-discharging state, the weight of the ice acts on the baffle 2 and overcomes the elastic force of the torsion spring 3. After the baffle 2 flips, the ice outlet port 12 is opened; as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, when the ice outlet port 12 is in the closed state, the baffle 2 is closed by the spring force of the torsion spring 3. The sealing strip forms a zero-gap seal with the inner cavity of the channel housing. When the ice has finished falling or when ice retrieval is cancelled, the torsion spring force returns the baffle to the closed state.

Claims

1. An ice outlet opening and closing structure, comprising a hollow channel shell (1) and a baffle (2) disposed within the channel shell (1), wherein an ice outlet port (12) is formed at the bottom of the channel shell (1), and the baffle (2) is capable of opening and closing the ice outlet port (12), characterized in that... The baffle (2) is mounted inside the channel housing (1) on one side via a torsion spring (3); When the ice outlet port (12) is in the ice outlet state, the weight of the ice block acts on the baffle (2) and overcomes the elastic force of the torsion spring (3). After the baffle (2) flips over, the ice outlet port (12) is opened. When the ice outlet port (12) is closed, the baffle (2) is closed by the spring force of the torsion spring (3).

2. The ice outlet opening and closing structure according to claim 1, characterized in that... The outer periphery of the baffle (2) is provided with a sealing strip (4). When the ice outlet port (12) is in the closed state, the aforementioned sealing strip (4) is in sealed contact with the inner wall of the channel housing (1).

3. The ice outlet opening and closing structure according to claim 2, characterized in that... The outer edge of the baffle (2) has a strip groove (21), and the sealing strip (4) is embedded in the strip groove (21).

4. The ice outlet opening and closing structure according to claim 3, characterized in that... The sealing strip (4) is U-shaped.

5. The ice outlet opening and closing structure according to claim 2, characterized in that... The outer end of the sealing strip (4) has an outwardly protruding tip (41).

6. The ice outlet opening and closing structure according to claim 5, characterized in that... The cross-section of the tip (41) is triangular.

7. The ice outlet opening and closing structure according to claim 1, characterized in that... The inner cavity of the channel housing (1) is provided with a bushing (11). Correspondingly, the side of the baffle (2) has a shaft portion (22) adapted to the aforementioned bushing (11). The aforementioned shaft portion (22) is rotatably disposed in the bushing (11). The torsion spring (3) is sleeved on the shaft portion (22) and always forces the baffle (2) to remain closed.

8. The ice outlet opening and closing structure according to claim 7, characterized in that... The inner cavity of the channel housing (1) has an inclined surface (13), the side of the bushing (11) away from the inclined surface (13) is located inside the channel housing, the top of the baffle (2) has a shaft (22), and the lower end can abut against the end of the inclined surface (13) to achieve closure.

9. A water purification and ice-making integrated machine having the ice outlet opening and closing structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

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