A compact food processor

Abstract

The utility model discloses a compact structure's food processor, including the host computer that is equipped with motor and the detachable of being located host computer and being equipped with the smashing cup of smashing chamber, be equipped with with motor transmission connection's smashing device in the smashing chamber, and the cup body of the upper and lower end opening and the heating disc subassembly that is fixed in the cup body lower end opening and is surrounded with cup body and forms the smashing chamber, and the heating disc subassembly includes the heating disc body of flat plate and the heating body that is integrally formed with heating disc body and is protruding downward, and the fixed platform of installing smashing device is equipped with in the middle part of heating disc body, and the heating body is surrounded in fixed platform outside, can still reduce the axial height of entire smashing cup under the premise of not influencing the smashing space in the cup body, and then make the volume of complete machine greatly reduce, and the food processor of taking and placing and storage of user is convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a compact food processing machine. Background Technology

[0002] Existing food processors, such as soy milk makers, typically include a main unit with a built-in motor and a detachable cup assembly located on top of the main unit with a built-in stirring element. After the cup assembly is placed on the main unit, the stirring element is connected to the motor for transmission. When the user uses the food processor, the motor drives the stirring element to rotate at high speed to achieve the crushing and processing of ingredients. However, the food is produced at a low temperature, making it unsuitable for direct consumption. To meet user needs, most manufacturers install heating elements at the bottom of the cup. For example, the applicant's earlier patent CN113842065A discloses a food processor with a heating element integrally formed inside the cup. The heating element heats the food inside the cup. However, this type of integrally formed heating element can only be used on metal cups. Existing food processors with glass cups typically have a bowl-shaped heating plate fixed at the bottom of the glass cup. The heating plate extends into the cup and is fixedly connected to it. This type of machine, with the heating plate extending into the cup, significantly reduces the crushing volume inside the cup. At the same time, the convex heating plate increases the axial height of the entire cup assembly, resulting in a larger overall size, which is inconvenient for users to handle and store. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a compact food processing machine that solves the technical problems of existing food processing machines having a heavy heating plate assembly structure, large installation space, and resulting in a large food processing machine volume, making it inconvenient to use and store. The invention aims to reduce the axial height of the entire grinding cup and food processing machine without affecting the grinding space inside the cup.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a compact food processing machine, including a main unit with a motor and a detachable grinding cup mounted on the main unit and having a grinding chamber inside. The grinding chamber is equipped with a grinding device that is connected to the motor for transmission. The grinding cup includes a cup body with openings at both the top and bottom, and a heating plate assembly fixed to the lower opening of the cup body and forming the grinding chamber with the cup body. The heating plate assembly includes a flat heating plate body and a heating element integrally formed with the heating plate body and protruding downwards. A fixing platform for mounting the grinding device is provided in the middle of the heating plate body, and the heating element is arranged around the outside of the fixing platform.

[0005] This application, by configuring the grinding cup as including a cup body and a heating plate assembly located below the cup body, allows users to simultaneously grind and heat food ingredients while using the food processor, meeting user needs and improving the texture of the finished product. The heating plate assembly includes a flat heating plate body and a heating element integrally formed with the heating plate body and protruding downwards. Compared to the existing bowl-shaped heating plate fixed to the cup body, the flat heating plate body is directly fixed to the bottom of the cup body, without needing to extend into the cup body for connection. This effectively increases the grinding space within the same cup body, helping to increase the single-batch grinding capacity and improving the user experience. Furthermore, the flat heating plate body effectively reduces the axial space occupied by the heating plate assembly, thereby reducing the overall axial height of the grinding cup. This makes the entire food processor structure more compact, reducing the overall axial height of the grinding cup without affecting the grinding space within the cup, thus significantly reducing the overall size of the machine and facilitating user access and storage. Furthermore, the heating element is integrally molded onto the heating plate body, which not only simplifies the installation process but also improves the thermal efficiency and structural stability of the heating element. In addition, a fixed platform for mounting the pulverizing device is provided in the middle of the heating plate body, ensuring the stability of the pulverizing device's position, and the heating element is arranged around the outside of the fixed platform, optimizing the structural layout of the heating plate assembly and avoiding interference with the fixed platform.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the food processing machine further includes a soundproof cover covering the outside of the crushing cup, with an annular soundproof cavity formed between the soundproof cover and the side wall of the cup body, and a handle rotatably connected to the side wall of the cup body, the handle being rotatably retracted into the annular soundproof cavity.

[0007] By incorporating a soundproof cover over the pulverizing cup, forming a ring-shaped soundproof cavity between the cover and the cup's side wall, the noise generated during food processing is effectively isolated by the agitator within the cup assembly. The noise is repeatedly reflected and absorbed within the cavity, significantly reducing its propagation and improving the user experience. A handle is also rotatably connected to the cup's side wall and can be retracted into the ring-shaped soundproof cavity. This allows users to easily lift the cup assembly when needed, and retract it when not in use. This design saves space and maintains the overall aesthetic appeal, reducing the machine's radial footprint and enhancing its compactness.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the food processing machine further includes a temperature controller electrically connected to the heating element, the temperature controller being fixed to the bottom wall of the heating plate.

[0009] By including a thermostat electrically connected to the heating element in the food processor, users can precisely control the heating temperature of the ingredients, ensuring uniform and efficient heating, thereby guaranteeing the quality and taste of the processed food. Simultaneously, the thermostat is fixed to the bottom wall of the heating plate, effectively utilizing the redundant space below the heating plate and further improving the space utilization efficiency of the equipment, helping to further reduce the space occupied by the grinding cup. It also shortens the distance between the thermostat and the heating element, thereby shortening the length of the connecting lines and contributing to a more compact internal structure.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the temperature controller is located between the stationary platform and the heating element.

[0011] By placing the thermostat between the fixed platform and the heating element, the space under the heating plate is made full use of the space, avoiding the situation where the thermostat is located outside the heating element, which would cause the thermostat to occupy more space in the radial direction and increase the radial dimension of the whole machine. This helps to further improve the compactness of the whole machine structure.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the stationary platform includes a fixing hole formed in the middle of the heating plate, and the crushing device includes a stirring blade and a blade shaft connected to the stirring blade and extending into the fixing hole, with a bearing provided between the blade shaft and the fixing hole.

[0013] By installing a bearing between the cutter shaft and the fixing hole, the cutter shaft can operate stably under the drive of the motor, avoiding direct contact between the cutter shaft and the fixing hole, which would cause excessive friction between the cutter shaft and the fixing hole. At the same time, it can also provide radial support for the cutter shaft, ensuring the stability of the cutter shaft rotation.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, a shaft seal is also provided above the bearing and sleeved on the outside of the cutter shaft.

[0015] By installing a shaft seal above the bearing and fitted onto the outside of the cutter shaft, the bearing is isolated from the grinding chamber, effectively preventing food residue and liquid from seeping into the bearing and ensuring the stability of bearing operation. At the same time, it also prevents food or liquid in the grinding chamber from leaking downwards through the gap between the cutter shaft and the bearing, ensuring the stability of food processing.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the grinding cup further includes a heating plate support, which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the cup body to clamp the heating plate body between the heating plate support and the bottom of the cup body.

[0017] By fixing the heating plate bracket to the bottom of the cup body, the heating plate body is clamped between the heating plate bracket and the bottom of the cup body. The heating plate body can be stably fixed by simply clamping the heating plate bracket to the cup body, which simplifies the production process and helps to improve assembly efficiency and reduce production costs.

[0018] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the heating plate support includes a base plate and a surrounding plate disposed on the base plate. The inner wall of the surrounding plate is provided with a swivel groove, and the side wall of the cup body is provided with a swivel buckle that engages with the swivel groove.

[0019] By providing a swivel groove on the inner wall of the enclosure and a snap fastener on the side wall of the cup body that engages with the swivel groove, the heating plate bracket can be fixed to the cup body by rotating the swivel groove and the snap fastener, thus fixing the heating plate body. This eliminates the need for traditional screw fixing methods and helps to further improve production efficiency.

[0020] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the heating element includes a mounting ring integrally formed with the heating plate body and protruding downwards, and a heating tube embedded in the mounting ring.

[0021] In a preferred embodiment of a compact food processing machine, the mounting ring has a mounting notch through which the heating element is exposed to the outside.

[0022] By providing an installation notch in the mounting ring and exposing the heating element to the outside through the installation notch, the heating element can be clamped and fixed during the production of the heating plate assembly. The heating element is then injection molded into the mounting ring in one piece, thus realizing the production of the heating plate assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0023] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0024] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of a food processing machine according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the pulverizing cup in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the pulverizing cup in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the heating plate assembly in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] List of components and reference numerals:

[0029] 1-Main unit; 2-Motor; 3-Cup body, 31-Swirl groove; 4-Pulverizing device; 5-Soundproof cover, 51-Annular soundproof cavity; 6-Heating plate assembly, 61-Heating plate body, 611-Fixing platform, 6111-Fixing hole, 62-Heating element, 621-Heating tube, 622-Mounting ring, 6221-Mounting notch; 7-Heating plate bracket, 71-Base plate, 72-Enclosure plate, 721-Hook; 8-Handle; 9-Shaft seal; 10-Bearing; 11-Thermostat; 12-Fuse. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To more clearly illustrate the overall concept of this utility model, a detailed description will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0031] It should be noted that many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0032] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this utility model provides a compact food processing machine, including a main unit 1 with a motor 2 inside and a detachable grinding cup mounted on the main unit 1 and having a grinding chamber inside. The grinding chamber is provided with a grinding device 4 that is connected to the motor 2 for transmission. The grinding cup includes a cup body 3 with openings at both the top and bottom and a heating plate assembly 6 fixed to the lower opening of the cup body 3 and forming a grinding chamber with the cup body 3. The heating plate assembly 6 includes a flat heating plate body 61 and a heating element 62 integrally formed with the heating plate body 61 and protruding downward. A fixing platform 611 for mounting the grinding device 4 is provided in the middle of the heating plate body 61, and the heating element 62 surrounds the outside of the fixing platform 611.

[0033] This application sets the grinding cup to include a cup body 3 and a heating plate assembly 6 located below the cup body 3, so that when users use the food processor to process food ingredients, they can heat the food ingredients at the same time as grinding them, thereby meeting the user's needs and improving the taste of the food produced. Meanwhile, the heating plate assembly 6 includes a flat heating plate body 61 and a heating element 62 integrally formed with the heating plate body 61 and protruding downwards. Compared with the existing bowl-shaped heating plate fixed to the cup body 3, on the one hand, the flat heating plate body 61 is directly fixed to the bottom of the cup body 3 without needing to extend into the cup body 3 to connect with it, which can effectively increase the crushing space of the cup body 3, helping to increase the single crushing capacity of food and improve the user experience; on the other hand, the flat shape of the heating plate body 61 can effectively reduce the space occupied by the heating plate assembly 6 in the axial direction, thereby reducing the axial height of the entire crushing cup, making the structure of the entire food processor more compact. Without affecting the crushing space inside the cup body 3, it can also reduce the axial height of the entire crushing cup, thus greatly reducing the size of the whole machine, making it easier for users to pick up, put down and store the food processor. Furthermore, the heating element 62 is integrally formed on the heating plate body 61, which not only simplifies the installation process of the heating element 62, but also improves the thermal efficiency and structural stability of the heating element 62. In addition, a fixed platform 611 for installing the crushing device 4 is provided in the middle of the heating plate body 61 to ensure the stability of the position of the crushing device 4, and the heating element 62 is arranged around the outside of the fixed platform 611 to optimize the structural layout of the heating plate assembly 6 and avoid interference with the fixed platform 611.

[0034] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, the food processing machine also includes a soundproof cover 5 covering the outside of the crushing cup. The soundproof cover 5 and the side wall of the cup body 3 form an annular soundproof cavity 51. The side wall of the cup body 3 is also rotatably connected to a handle 8, which can be rotated and stored in the annular soundproof cavity 51.

[0035] By configuring the food processor to include a soundproof cover 5 covering the outside of the grinding cup, and forming an annular soundproof cavity 51 between the soundproof cover 5 and the side wall of the cup body 3, the noise generated during food processing is effectively isolated by the annular soundproof cavity 51 as the food is processed by the stirring element within the cup body 3. The noise is repeatedly reflected and absorbed within the annular soundproof cavity 51, effectively reducing the transmission of noise to the outside and improving the user experience. Simultaneously, a handle 8 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the cup body 3, and the handle 8 can be rotated and stored within the annular soundproof cavity 51. This allows the user to easily lift the entire cup body 3 when needed, by rotating the handle 8 to a comfortable grip position. When the cup body 3 is not needed, the handle 8 can be rotated and stored within the annular soundproof cavity 51. This allows the annular soundproof cavity 51 to achieve sound insulation and noise reduction while also storing the handle 8, saving space and maintaining an overall aesthetic appeal. This helps reduce the radial space occupied by the entire machine, further improving the compactness of the overall structure.

[0036] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 4 As shown, the food processing machine also includes a temperature controller 11 electrically connected to the heating element 62, and the temperature controller 11 is fixed to the bottom wall of the heating plate body 61.

[0037] By including a temperature controller 11 electrically connected to the heating element 62 in the food processor, users can precisely control the heating temperature of the food ingredients, ensuring uniform and efficient heating and thus guaranteeing the quality and taste of the processed food. Simultaneously, the temperature controller 11 is fixed to the bottom wall of the heating plate 61, effectively utilizing the redundant space below the heating plate 61 and further improving the space utilization efficiency of the equipment, helping to further reduce the space occupied by the grinding cup. It also shortens the distance between the temperature controller 11 and the heating element 62, thereby shortening the length of the connecting lines and further improving the overall compactness of the machine's internal structure.

[0038] It should be noted that this application does not specifically limit the location of the thermostat 11. As one preferred embodiment of this application, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the temperature controller 11 is located between the fixed platform 611 and the heating element 62.

[0039] By setting the temperature controller 11 between the fixed platform 611 and the heating element 62, the space under the heating plate 61 is made full use of the space. This avoids the situation where the temperature controller 11 is located outside the heating element 62, which would cause the temperature controller 11 to occupy more space in the radial direction and increase the radial dimension of the whole machine. This helps to further improve the compactness of the whole machine structure.

[0040] Preferably, such as Figure 4As shown, the food processing machine also includes a fuse 12, which is also fixed between the fixed platform 611 and the heating element 62, and is located on the opposite side of the temperature controller 11, which will not be described in detail here.

[0041] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 3 As shown, the fixed platform 611 includes a fixed hole 6111 formed in the middle of the heating plate body 61, and the crushing device 4 includes a stirring blade and a blade shaft connected to the stirring blade and extending into the fixed hole 6111. A bearing 10 is provided between the blade shaft and the fixed hole 6111.

[0042] By providing a bearing 10 between the cutter shaft and the fixing hole 6111, the cutter shaft can operate stably under the drive of the motor 2, avoiding direct contact between the cutter shaft and the fixing hole 6111, which would cause excessive friction between the cutter shaft and the fixing hole 6111. At the same time, it can also provide radial support for the cutter shaft and ensure the stability of the cutter shaft rotation.

[0043] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, a shaft seal 9 is also provided above the bearing 10 and sleeved on the outside of the cutter shaft.

[0044] By providing a shaft seal 9 above the bearing 10 and fitted onto the outside of the cutter shaft, the bearing 10 is isolated from the grinding chamber, effectively preventing food residue and liquid from seeping into the bearing 10 and ensuring the stability of the bearing 10's operation. At the same time, it also prevents food or liquid in the grinding chamber from leaking downwards through the gap between the cutter shaft and the bearing 10, ensuring the stability of food processing.

[0045] It should be noted that this application does not specifically limit the method of fixing the heating plate 61. As one preferred method of this application, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the pulverizing cup also includes a heating plate support 7, which is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the cup body 3 to clamp the heating plate body 61 between the heating plate support 7 and the bottom end of the cup body 3.

[0046] By fixing the heating plate bracket 7 to the bottom of the cup body 3, the heating plate body 61 is clamped between the heating plate bracket 7 and the bottom of the cup body 3. The heating plate body can be stably fixed by simply clamping the heating plate bracket 7 and the cup body 3, which simplifies the production process and helps to improve assembly efficiency and reduce production costs.

[0047] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, the heating plate support 7 includes a base plate 71 and a surrounding plate 72 disposed on the base plate 71. The inner wall of the surrounding plate 72 is provided with a swivel groove 31, and the side wall of the cup body 3 is provided with a swivel buckle 721 that engages with the swivel groove 31.

[0048] By providing a swivel groove 31 on the inner wall of the enclosure 72 and a snap fastener 721 on the side wall of the cup body 3 that engages with the swivel groove 31, when the heating plate bracket 7 is connected to the cup body 3, the swivel groove 31 and the snap fastener 721 can be rotated to achieve a fixed connection between the heating plate bracket 7 and the cup body 3, thereby fixing the heating plate body 61. This eliminates the need for the traditional screw fixing method and helps to further improve production efficiency.

[0049] Of course, the groove 31 and the buckle 721 are not limited to the above-mentioned settings. They can also be provided inside the enclosure 72 and the groove 31 that engages with the buckle 721 can be provided on the side wall of the cup body 3.

[0050] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 3 As shown, the heating element 62 includes a mounting ring 622 integrally formed with the heating plate body 61 and protruding downward, and a heating tube 621 embedded in the mounting ring 622.

[0051] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the mounting ring 622 has a mounting notch 6221, through which the heating element 621 is exposed to the outside.

[0052] By providing an installation notch 6221 in the mounting ring 622 and exposing the heating element 621 to the outside through the installation notch 6221, the heating element 621 can be clamped and fixed through the installation notch 6221 during the production of the heating plate assembly 6, and the heating element 621 can be injection molded into the mounting ring 622 by integral injection molding, thus realizing the production of the heating plate assembly 6.

[0053] The technical solutions protected by this utility model are not limited to the above embodiments. It should be noted that any combination of the technical solutions of any embodiment with one or more other embodiments is within the protection scope of this utility model. Although this utility model has been described in detail above with general descriptions and specific embodiments, some modifications or improvements can be made to it, which will be obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, all such modifications or improvements made without departing from the spirit of this utility model are within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A compact food processing machine, comprising a main unit with a motor inside and a detachable grinding cup mounted on the main unit and having a grinding chamber therein, wherein the grinding chamber is provided with a grinding device that is drively connected to the motor, characterized in that, The grinding cup includes a cup body with openings at both the top and bottom, and a heating plate assembly fixed to the lower opening of the cup body and forming the grinding chamber with the cup body. The heating plate assembly includes a flat heating plate body and a heating element integrally formed with the heating plate body and protruding downwards. A fixing platform for mounting the grinding device is provided in the middle of the heating plate body, and the heating element is arranged around the outside of the fixing platform.

2. The food processing machine with a compact structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The food processing machine also includes a soundproof cover covering the outside of the crushing cup, and an annular soundproof cavity is formed between the soundproof cover and the side wall of the cup body. The side wall of the cup body is also rotatably connected to a handle, which can be rotated and stored in the annular soundproof cavity.

3. The compact food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The food processing machine also includes a temperature controller electrically connected to the heating element, and the temperature controller is fixed to the bottom wall of the heating plate.

4. The compact food processing machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The temperature controller is located between the fixed platform and the heating element.

5. A compact food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixed platform includes a fixed hole formed in the middle of the heating plate body, and the crushing device includes a stirring blade and a blade shaft connected to the stirring blade and extending into the fixed hole. A bearing is provided between the blade shaft and the fixed hole.

6. A compact food processing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, A shaft seal is also provided above the bearing and fitted onto the outside of the cutter shaft.

7. A compact food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The grinding cup also includes a heating plate support, which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the cup body to clamp the heating plate body between the heating plate support and the bottom of the cup body.

8. A compact food processing machine according to claim 7, characterized in that, The heating plate support includes a base plate and a surrounding plate disposed on the base plate. The inner wall of the surrounding plate is provided with a swivel groove, and the side wall of the cup body is provided with a swivel buckle that engages with the swivel groove.

9. A compact food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heating element includes a mounting ring integrally formed with the heating plate and protruding downwards, and a heating tube embedded in the mounting ring.

10. A compact food processing machine according to claim 9, characterized in that, The mounting ring has a mounting notch, through which the heating element is exposed to the outside.

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