An air passage valve

By designing a foot-operated gas valve, the problem of inconvenient operation of existing gas valves has been solved, achieving convenient and safe gas regulation, improving cooking efficiency, and avoiding the risk of burns to the chef's arms.

CN224380652UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-19LIANYUNGANG XINBAILILIAN HARDWARE ELECTROMECHANICAL CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
LIANYUNGANG XINBAILILIAN HARDWARE ELECTROMECHANICAL CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-14
Publication Date
2026-06-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing gas valves are inconvenient to operate during cooking, affecting cooking efficiency, and pose a risk of burns to the chef's arms if the gas is not turned off in time.

Method used

A gas valve component was designed, which uses a foot pedal assembly to control the rotation of the valve stem. The gas can be turned on and off by stepping on the valve stem. Combined with the rubber layer to provide damping effect, it ensures the convenience and safety of gas regulation.

Benefits of technology

It improves cooking efficiency, avoids burns to the chef's arm caused by failure to turn off the gas in time, and ensures the safety and convenience of the cooking process.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of air path valve parts, including valve body, sealing groove, first air hole and first rotating groove are opened in valve body, first air pipe matched with first air hole is fixedly connected on valve body, sealing ball is rotatably connected in sealing groove, second air hole matched with sealing groove is opened in sealing ball, valve rod matched with first rotating groove is integrally formed on sealing ball, foot pedal assembly for driving valve rod rotation is installed on valve rod, foot pedal assembly includes fixed ring, fixed ring is fixedly connected on valve rod, a pair of guide rails is fixedly connected on fixed ring, connecting frame is installed on guide rail, connecting frame is fixedly connected with foot pedal at the end away from guide rail. A kind of air path valve part of the utility model, cooking process can be more conveniently adjusted gas, not only improve cooking efficiency, but also effectively avoid the risk of chef's arm being burned due to inconvenience to close gas, guarantee the safety and convenience of cooking process.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of valve equipment technology, and specifically relates to a pneumatic valve. Background Technology

[0002] Gas valves control the flow of gas in pipelines, serving to cut off and regulate the gas supply. In restaurant kitchens, chefs frequently adjust gas valves during cooking to control the amount of gas used and achieve optimal cooking results.

[0003] While existing gas valves can perform on / off and adjustment functions, in practice, especially when one hand needs to hold the ladle and the other toss the wok, adjusting the gas is very inconvenient and affects cooking efficiency. Particularly when the chef removes the pot from the stove after cooking, one hand holds the pot while the other uses a spoon to hook the other end and move it off the stove. At this point, the gas is still burning, which not only wastes gas but also poses a risk of burning the chef's arm.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a pneumatic valve to address the aforementioned technical problems.

[0005] The information disclosed in this background section is intended only to enhance the understanding of the overall background of this utility model and should not be construed as an admission or in any way implying that the information constitutes prior art known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a gas valve that allows for more convenient adjustment of gas during cooking, which not only improves cooking efficiency but also effectively avoids the risk of burns to the chef's arm due to the inconvenience of turning off the gas, thus ensuring the safety and convenience of the cooking process.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, a specific embodiment of this utility model provides a pneumatic valve, including a valve body. The valve body has a sealing groove, a first vent hole, and a first rotating groove. A first air pipe matching the first vent hole is fixedly connected to the valve body. A sealing ball is rotatably connected in the sealing groove. A second vent hole matching the sealing groove is provided on the sealing ball. A valve stem matching the first rotating groove is integrally formed on the sealing ball. A foot pedal assembly for driving the valve stem to rotate is installed on the valve stem.

[0008] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the foot pedal assembly includes a fixing ring, which is fixedly connected to the valve stem. A pair of guide rails are fixedly connected to the fixing ring, and a connecting frame is installed on the guide rails. A foot pedal is fixedly connected to the end of the connecting frame away from the guide rails.

[0009] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, a leather sleeve is fitted onto the foot pedal.

[0010] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, the air circuit valve further includes a fixing plate, the fixing plate having a vertical groove matching the connecting frame, the connecting frame passing through the vertical groove, the guide rail having a sliding groove, a slider being slidably connected in the sliding groove, and the connecting frame being rotatably connected to the slider.

[0011] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, a fixed column is fixedly connected to the slider, and a second rotating groove matching the fixed column is provided on the connecting frame.

[0012] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, a limiting plate is fixedly connected to the end of the fixed column away from the slider, and a limiting groove matching the limiting plate is provided on the bottom wall of the groove of the connecting frame.

[0013] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, the vertical groove is wrapped with a rubber layer.

[0014] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, a deep groove bearing is embedded in the fixing plate, and the valve stem is fixedly connected to the rotating inner ring of the deep groove bearing.

[0015] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, bolts are provided on the fixing plate.

[0016] In one or more embodiments of this utility model, the first air pipe is provided with an external thread, the first air pipe is threadedly connected to a second air pipe, and the second air pipe is provided with an internal thread that matches the external thread.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the gas valve of this utility model can more conveniently adjust the gas during cooking, which not only improves cooking efficiency, but also effectively avoids the risk of chef's arm being burned due to the inconvenience of turning off the gas, thus ensuring the safety and convenience of the cooking process. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a pneumatic valve in one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a pneumatic valve component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a foot pedal assembly of a pneumatic valve in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure at point A;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a pneumatic valve in one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0024] Explanation of key figure labels:

[0025] 1. Valve body; 11. Sealing groove; 12. First vent hole; 13. First rotating groove; 14. First air pipe; 141. External thread; 15. Second air pipe; 151. Internal thread; 2. Sealing ball; 21. Second vent hole; 22. Valve stem; 23. Retaining ring; 24. Guide rail; 241. Slide groove; 25. Sliding block; 26. Fixed column; 261. Limiting plate; 27. Connecting frame; 271. Second rotating groove; 2711. Limiting groove; 28. Foot pedal; 281. Leather sleeve; 3. Fixing plate; 31. Deep groove bearing; 32. Vertical groove; 321. Rubber layer; 33. Bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of this utility model, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0027] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a gas valve component according to one embodiment of this utility model includes a valve body 1, which has a sealing groove 11, a first vent hole 12, and a first rotating groove 13. A first gas pipe 14 matching the first vent hole 12 is welded to the valve body 1. A sealing ball 2 is rotatably connected in the sealing groove 11. A second vent hole 21 matching the sealing groove 11 is formed on the sealing ball 2. A valve stem 22 matching the first rotating groove 13 is integrally formed on the sealing ball 2. When the valve stem 22 is rotated, the sealing ball 2 rotates in the sealing groove 11. When the second vent hole 21 and the sealing groove 11 form a passage, the gas valve component forms a passage, and the gas in the first gas pipe 14 can be passed to the gas stove.

[0028] To facilitate control of the valve stem 22 rotation, a foot pedal assembly for driving the valve stem 22 rotation is installed on the valve stem 22. The foot pedal assembly includes a retaining ring 23, which is sleeved on the valve stem 22. A pair of guide rails 24 are welded to the retaining ring 23, and a connecting bracket 27 is installed on the guide rails 24. A foot pedal 28 is welded to the end of the connecting bracket 27 away from the guide rails 24.

[0029] Specifically, when the chef needs to open the gas valve, they step on the foot pedal 28 located on the right side, causing the valve stem 22 to rotate clockwise. As the foot pedal 28 is repeatedly pressed down, the first vent 12 and the second vent 21 are connected, allowing gas to flow through the gas valve to the stovetop. Of course, by controlling the distance the foot pedal 28 moves, the rotation angle of the valve stem 22 can be controlled, thus controlling the opening size of the gas valve. This eliminates the need for manual operation when cooking.

[0030] If you need to close the air passage valve, step on the left foot pedal 28. The valve stem 22 will turn counterclockwise, and the second vent 21 will move away from the first vent 12, thus closing the air passage valve.

[0031] It is worth noting that when installing the gas valve, it should be installed close to the ground. Preferably, when the gas valve is in the closed state, the height between the left foot pedal 28 and the ground should be 5-8cm, which is convenient for the chef to control the opening and closing of the gas valve with their feet.

[0032] Furthermore, a leather cover 281 is fitted onto the foot pedal 28. The leather cover 281 is detachably fitted onto the foot pedal 28, providing an anti-slip function and facilitating removal and cleaning when there is a lot of oil residue after prolonged use.

[0033] It is worth noting that, since the pair of foot pedals 28 move in a circle around the valve stem 22, the distance between the pair of foot pedals 28 is large, and the footprint is large.

[0034] To solve the above problems, such as Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the air circuit valve also includes a fixing plate 3, on which a vertical groove 32 matching the connecting bracket 27 is provided, and the connecting bracket 27 passes through the vertical groove 32. A sliding groove 241 is provided on the guide rail 24, and a slider 25 is slidably connected in the sliding groove 241, and the connecting bracket 27 is rotatably connected to the slider 25.

[0035] Specifically, a fixed post 26 is welded onto the slider 25, and a second rotating groove 271 matching the fixed post 26 is provided on the connecting frame 27. When the foot pedal 28 is pressed down, the connecting frame 27 moves vertically downward in the vertical groove 32, and the connecting frame 27 rotates on the slider 25 via the fixed post 26. At the same time, the slider 25 slides in the sliding groove 241. This allows the foot pedal 28 to move linearly within the vertical groove 32, which not only shortens the distance between a pair of foot pedals 28, but also makes it easier to use.

[0036] Furthermore, a limiting plate 261 is welded to the end of the fixed column 26 away from the slider 25, and a limiting groove 2711 matching the limiting plate 261 is provided on the bottom wall of the groove of the connecting frame 27. The limiting plate 261 rotates within the limiting groove 2711 to prevent the connecting frame 27 and the slider 25 from separating.

[0037] Furthermore, the vertical groove 32 is covered with a rubber layer 321. There is friction between the rubber layer 321 and the connecting frame 27, which plays a certain role in damping. After stepping on the foot pedal 28, the rubber layer 321 can fix the connecting frame 27 in a certain position, which makes it easier to control the size of the gas flame when cooking.

[0038] Furthermore, a deep groove bearing 31 is embedded in the fixed plate 3, and the valve stem 22 is welded to the rotating inner ring of the deep groove bearing 31. The deep groove bearing 31 not only supports the valve stem 22, but also does not affect the rotation of the valve stem 22, preventing the valve stem 22 from bending when the foot pedal 28 is stepped on.

[0039] Furthermore, the mounting plate 3 is equipped with bolts 33. When installing gas valve components, a through groove smaller than the mounting plate 3 is made in the kitchen cabinet of the restaurant. The mounting plate 3 can then be installed on the cabinet using the bolts 33, making installation convenient. In addition, if the gas valve component is damaged, it can be removed and replaced by loosening the bolts 33.

[0040] like Figure 5 As shown, an external thread 141 is provided on the first gas pipe 14, and a second gas pipe 15 is threadedly connected to the first gas pipe 14. An internal thread 151 matching the external thread 141 is provided on the second gas pipe 15. By twisting the second gas pipe 15, the length of the first gas pipe 14 can be changed, which facilitates connection with the gas pipeline reserved in the kitchen during installation and improves the applicability of gas valve components.

[0041] When using, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, pressing down on the right-side foot pedal 28 causes the valve stem 22 to rotate clockwise, opening a connection between the first vent 12 and the second vent 21, allowing gas to flow through the gas valve. When the chef needs to close the gas valve, pressing down on the left-side foot pedal 28 causes the valve stem 22 to rotate counterclockwise, disconnecting the first vent 12 and the second vent 21, thus closing the gas valve.

[0042] Compared with the prior art, the gas valve of this utility model can more conveniently adjust the gas during cooking, which not only improves cooking efficiency, but also effectively avoids the risk of chef's arm being burned due to the inconvenience of turning off the gas, thus ensuring the safety and convenience of the cooking process.

[0043] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0044] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A pneumatic valve component, comprising a valve body having a sealing groove, a first vent hole, and a first rotating groove thereon; a first air pipe matching the first vent hole fixedly connected to the valve body; a sealing ball rotatably connected within the sealing groove; a second vent hole matching the sealing groove on the sealing ball; and a valve stem matching the first rotating groove integrally formed on the sealing ball, characterized in that... The valve stem is equipped with a foot pedal assembly for driving the valve stem to rotate.

2. The pneumatic valve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The foot pedal assembly includes a retaining ring, which is fixedly connected to the valve stem. A pair of guide rails are fixedly connected to the retaining ring, and a connecting bracket is mounted on the guide rails. A foot pedal is fixedly connected to the end of the connecting bracket away from the guide rails.

3. A pneumatic valve according to claim 2, characterized in that, The foot pedal is fitted with a leather cover.

4. A pneumatic valve according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air circuit valve also includes a fixing plate, on which a vertical groove matching the connecting frame is formed. The connecting frame passes through the vertical groove. A sliding groove is formed on the guide rail, and a slider is slidably connected in the sliding groove. The connecting frame is rotatably connected to the slider.

5. A pneumatic valve according to claim 4, characterized in that, A fixed column is fixedly connected to the slider, and a second rotating groove matching the fixed column is provided on the connecting frame.

6. A pneumatic valve according to claim 5, characterized in that, The end of the fixed column away from the slider is fixedly connected to a limiting plate, and a limiting groove matching the limiting plate is opened on the bottom wall of the groove of the connecting frame.

7. A pneumatic valve according to claim 4, characterized in that, The vertical groove is covered with a rubber layer.

8. A pneumatic valve according to claim 7, characterized in that, A deep groove bearing is embedded in the fixed plate, and the valve stem is fixedly connected to the rotating inner ring of the deep groove bearing.

9. A pneumatic valve according to claim 7, characterized in that, Bolts are provided on the fixing plate.

10. A pneumatic valve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first air tube has an external thread, and a second air tube is threadedly connected to the first air tube. The second air tube has an internal thread that matches the external thread.