A transparent integrated steamer
The transparent integrated steamer solves the problems of poor steam flow and bacterial growth in condensate in traditional steamers by integrating the steamer basket and the cylinder into one piece and designing a flow-guiding structure. It achieves uniform steam distribution and effective drainage of condensate, improving steaming efficiency and structural stability, and enhancing ease of use and aesthetics.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GUANGZHOU TANGJIA HOTEL SUPPLIES CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-23
AI Technical Summary
Traditional steamers suffer from problems such as poor steam flow, condensate residue that easily breeds bacteria, poor stability when stacked and prone to steam leakage, making it difficult to meet consumers' needs for cookware that is convenient to use, easy to clean and functional.
The steamer features a transparent, one-piece design. The steamer is formed by integrating the steamer basket with the cylinder body. It is equipped with multiple sets of guide strips and through holes, combined with guide grooves and clamp structures to form an efficient steam channel and condensate drainage system. This ensures uniform steam flow and effective drainage of condensate. The transparent material also allows for easy observation of the food's condition and enhances structural stability and sealing.
It achieves uniform steam distribution and effective drainage of condensate, improving cooking efficiency and food quality, enhancing structural stability and ease of use, preventing steam leakage and condensate seepage, and enhancing safety and aesthetics.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of steamer technology, and in particular discloses a transparent integrated steamer. Background Technology
[0002] In the field of kitchen cookware, traditional steamers generally suffer from problems such as poor steam flow, condensation residue that easily breeds bacteria, poor stability when stacked, and a tendency for steam leakage. As consumers' demands for ease of use, cleaning, and functionality in cookware continue to increase, existing steamers are no longer sufficient. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a new type of steamer to overcome the shortcomings of traditional steamers. Utility Model Content
[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings and deficiencies of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a transparent integrated steamer.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a transparent integrated steamer, comprising a steamer body, the steamer body comprising a cage partition and a cylindrical body integrally formed with the cage partition; the cage partition is provided with multiple sets of first guide strips, multiple sets of first through holes and multiple sets of second through holes disposed between two sets of first guide strips, the first guide strips are provided with first guide grooves, one end of the first guide grooves being connected to the first through holes.
[0005] The transparent integrated steamer reduces assembly steps and improves structural stability through its one-piece molding design of the steamer rack and the cylinder. The transparent material also facilitates observation of the steaming process. Multiple sets of first guide strips, first through holes, and second through holes on the steamer rack, along with first guide grooves on the first guide strips that connect to the first through holes, guide the steam to flow evenly during steaming. The first guide grooves collect and guide condensate, preventing dripping and affecting the food's texture. The combination of the first and second through holes forms a highly efficient steam channel, ensuring uniform heat distribution and thus achieving even steaming of food, improving steaming efficiency and food quality. In practice, food-grade transparent plastic or glass can be used to integrally mold the steamer rack and cylinder using injection molding or compression molding processes. First guide strips are arranged at designed intervals on the surface of the steamer rack, second through holes are opened between the guide strips, and first guide grooves are machined on the guide strips facing the first through holes, ensuring precise connection between the first guide grooves and the first through holes to construct a complete steam guiding and condensate drainage system.
[0006] The cylinder is provided with multiple sets of second guide strips, and the second guide strips are provided with second guide grooves. The second guide grooves of the multiple second guide strips are arranged at intervals on the cylinder, and the end of the second guide groove near the cage is corresponding to the first through hole.
[0007] Multiple sets of equally spaced second guide strips are added to the cylinder body, and the second guide grooves on the second guide strips correspond to the first through hole at the end near the cage divider. This forms a synergistic guide system with the first guide structure of the cage divider. On the one hand, it can guide the steam to rise orderly along the cylinder wall. The corresponding design of the second guide groove and the first through hole enhances the directional delivery capability of the steam to the cage divider area, so that the steam covers the food more evenly. On the other hand, it can guide the condensate on the cylinder wall to flow along the second guide groove to the first through hole, avoiding the disorderly dripping of condensate inside the cylinder. Together with the first guide groove of the cage divider, it forms a double condensate drainage path, further improving the stability of the steaming process and the quality of the food.
[0008] The cage partition is provided with a first clamp and a second clamp; the first clamp is located at the top of the cylinder, the second clamp is located at the bottom of the cylinder, and the second clamp protrudes out of the cage partition.
[0009] The first clamp includes a first boss protruding from the cylindrical body. The first boss has a first stop and a second stop on both sides. The first stop and the second stop together form a receiving groove. One steamer body can be stacked onto the receiving groove of the first clamp of another steamer body via the second clamp.
[0010] The first and second clamps are installed in the cage divider to achieve a stable stacking of multiple steamers. The receiving groove formed by the first protrusion, the first stop and the second stop on the first clamp cooperates with the second clamp so that the second clamp of the lower steamer can be accurately embedded into the receiving groove of the upper steamer. This enhances the stability of the stacking structure, prevents the steamers from shaking or misaligning during the steaming process, improves space utilization, and facilitates the steaming of multiple foods at one time.
[0011] The first stop portion is provided with multiple sets of first notches, and the end of the second guide bar away from the cylinder is connected to the first notch.
[0012] An inclined guide surface is provided at the first notch.
[0013] When condensate accumulates in the receiving groove area of the first clamp, it can flow directly into the second guide strip below through the first notch. With the help of the inclined design of the second guide groove, the condensate is guided to the first guide structure below the cylinder or the cage partition, which prevents the condensate from dripping or accumulating at the stacked interface and ensures the sealing and cleanliness when multiple steamers are stacked.
[0014] The steamer body is made of a transparent material, such as transparent plastic or transparent glass.
[0015] The transparent integrated steamer is made of transparent material, allowing users to clearly observe the food's condition during steaming. This eliminates the need for frequent opening of the lid, ensuring the food is cooked through and reducing heat loss. It also maintains stable steaming temperatures. The transparent design enhances the product's aesthetics and modern appeal, making it easy to match with different kitchen styles. It can be made from food-grade transparent polypropylene (PP), polycarbonate (PC), or high-temperature resistant transparent materials such as high borosilicate glass, using injection molding, compression molding, or blow molding processes to ensure the materials meet food safety standards and possess excellent high-temperature resistance and light transmittance. This ensures both safety and visible steaming during use.
[0016] Both the edges of the first guide strip and the edges of the second guide strip have rounded corners.
[0017] The rounded corners on the edges of the first and second guide strips not only prevent safety hazards such as scratches to users caused by sharp corners, thus improving safety, but also reduce the resistance of steam and condensate during flow, allowing steam to pass through the guide structure more smoothly and condensate to be guided more quickly along the rounded corners to the guide channel, improving flow efficiency. It also reduces the risk of dirt residue on the edges during cleaning, making daily cleaning and maintenance easier.
[0018] The steamer body includes multiple handles disposed on the side wall of the cylinder, and a first through groove is provided at the bottom of each handle.
[0019] The steamer body features multiple handles on its side walls, combined with a first through-slot at the bottom, combining practicality and user-friendly design. The handles allow users to easily lift and move the steamer, preventing burns, and also enable it to be hung, enhancing ease of use. Reinforcing ribs protrude from the side walls of the first through-slot, enhancing the structural rigidity of the handles.
[0020] The steamer body also includes an annular guide strip surrounding the cage partition. The annular guide strip connects the cage partition and the cylinder. The annular guide strip is provided with an annular guide groove. The first through hole is located in the annular guide groove and penetrates the bottom wall of the annular guide groove. The first guide groove is connected to the first through hole through the annular guide groove.
[0021] The cage is in the shape of a circular plate, and the annular guide strip is a ring-shaped ring surrounding the edge of the cage.
[0022] The structure of the annular guide channel can guide condensate to quickly collect in the first through hole, and then discharge it through the first through hole, thus optimizing the drainage path.
[0023] The bottom of the second clamp is provided with a sealing layer, which abuts against the bottom surface of the receiving groove of the first clamp.
[0024] The second clamp has an added sealing layer at the bottom, which fits tightly against the bottom of the first clamp's receiving groove, greatly enhancing the sealing performance when multiple steamers are stacked. This design effectively prevents steam from leaking out of the stacked gaps, reduces heat loss, maintains an efficient steaming environment inside the steamer, and improves the steaming effect of food; at the same time, it prevents condensation from leaking at the stacked areas, keeping the kitchen countertop clean.
[0025] The multiple sets of first guide strips are radially and uniformly distributed on the cage partition. The cage partition has an inwardly convex hemispherical structure. The end of the first guide strip near the center of the cage partition is located above the end of the first guide strip near the edge of the cage partition. The ends of two adjacent sets of first guide strips away from the first through hole intersect to form a first included angle. Two adjacent sets of first guide strips form a guide group. Multiple guide groups realize the uniform flow of steam on the cage partition.
[0026] The inclined first guide strip, in conjunction with the hemispherical structure, allows condensate to automatically converge into the annular guide channel under gravity, preventing water accumulation and localized soaking of food. Multiple sets of first guide strips are radially and evenly distributed on the steam rack, with adjacent guide strips forming a specific first angle to constitute a guide group. This design effectively guides steam to diffuse evenly across the steam rack. The radial layout allows steam to flow radially from the center of the steam rack outwards, ensuring that heat covers the food comprehensively and without dead angles, avoiding undercooking or overcooking in certain areas. The channels formed by the guide groups, combined with the angled design, promote steam diversion and convergence, further enhancing the mixing and even distribution of steam, improving cooking efficiency and food quality.
[0027] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The transparent integrated steamer of this utility model works synergistically through multiple structural designs. The steamer basket and the cylinder are integrally molded, reducing assembly steps and improving stability. The transparent material facilitates observation of the food's condition and reduces heat loss. The first guide strips radially distributed on the steamer basket cooperate with the first and second through holes, combined with the second guide strips and corresponding guide grooves on the cylinder, using the guide channel and angle design to guide the steam to flow evenly, achieving uniform heat distribution. At the same time, the guide grooves collect and drain condensate, preventing it from affecting the taste of the food. The first and second clamps and sealing layer enable stable stacking of multiple steamers, preventing steam leakage and condensate seepage. The handle and the first through groove facilitate movement and hanging, while the rounded corner structure ensures safe use, improves guide efficiency, and facilitates cleaning. These designs collectively improve the practicality, safety, and steaming efficiency of the steamer, optimizing the user experience. Attached Figure Description
[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of part A in the middle;
[0030] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of part B in the middle section;
[0031] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the entire utility model from another perspective.
[0032] The reference numerals in the figures include:
[0033] 1. Cage partition; 2. Cylinder body; 3. First guide bar; 4. First through hole; 5. Second through hole; 6. First guide groove; 7. Second guide bar; 8. Second guide groove; 9. First clamp; 10. Reinforcing rib; 11. Second clamp; 12. First boss; 13. First stop part; 14. Second stop part; 15. Receiving groove; 16. First notch; 17. Rounded corner structure; 18. Handle; 19. First through groove; 21. Sealing layer; 22. First included angle; 100. Annular guide bar; 200. Annular guide groove. Detailed Implementation
[0034] To facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art, the present invention will be further described below with reference to embodiments and accompanying drawings. The content mentioned in the embodiments is not intended to limit the present invention.
[0035] Please see Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the present invention discloses a transparent integrated steamer, including a steamer body, the steamer body including a cage partition 1 and a cylindrical body 2 integrally formed with the cage partition 1; the cage partition 1 is provided with multiple sets of first guide strips 3, multiple sets of first through holes 4 and multiple sets of second through holes 5 disposed between two sets of first guide strips 3, the first guide strips 3 are provided with first guide grooves 6, and one end of the first guide grooves 6 is connected to the first through holes 4.
[0036] The transparent integrated steamer reduces assembly steps and improves structural stability through the one-piece molding design of the steamer compartment 1 and the cylinder 2. The transparent material also facilitates observation of the steaming process. Multiple sets of first guide strips 3, first through holes 4, and second through holes 5 are provided on the steamer compartment 1. These, along with the first guide grooves 6 on the first guide strips 3 that connect to the first through holes 4, guide the steam to flow evenly during steaming. The first guide grooves 6 collect and guide condensate, preventing it from dripping and affecting the food's texture. The combination of the first through holes 4 and the second through holes 5 forms a highly efficient steam channel. To ensure uniform heat distribution and thus achieve even steaming of food, improving steaming efficiency and food quality, food-grade transparent plastic or glass can be used to integrally mold the cage 1 and the cylinder 2 through injection molding or compression molding. First guide strips 3 are arranged on the surface of the cage 1 at the designed interval, second through holes 5 are opened between the guide strips, and first guide grooves 6 facing the first through holes 4 are processed on the guide strips, so that the first guide grooves 6 and the first through holes 4 are precisely connected to construct a complete steam guiding and condensate drainage system.
[0037] The cylinder 2 is provided with multiple sets of second guide strips 7, and the second guide strips 7 are provided with second guide grooves 8. The second guide grooves 8 of the multiple second guide strips 7 are arranged at intervals on the cylinder 2, and the end of the second guide groove 8 near the cage partition 1 is corresponding to the first through hole 4.
[0038] Multiple sets of equally spaced second guide strips 7 are added to the cylinder 2, and the second guide grooves 8 on the second guide strips 7 correspond to the first through hole 4 at the end near the cage 1. This can form a synergistic guide system with the first guide structure of the cage 1. On the one hand, it can guide the steam to rise orderly along the wall of the cylinder 2. The corresponding design of the second guide grooves 8 and the first through hole 4 enhances the directional delivery capability of the steam to the area of the cage 1, so that the steam covers the food more evenly. On the other hand, it can guide the condensate on the wall of the cylinder 2 to flow along the second guide grooves 8 to the first through hole 4, avoiding the disorderly dripping of condensate inside the cylinder 2. Together with the first guide groove 6 of the cage 1, a double condensate drainage path is formed, which further improves the stability of the steaming process and the quality of the food.
[0039] The cage partition 1 is provided with a first clamp 9 and a second clamp 11; the first clamp 9 is located at the top of the cylinder 2, and the second clamp 11 is located at the bottom of the cylinder 2, with the second clamp 11 protruding out of the cage partition 1.
[0040] The first clamp 9 includes a first boss 12 protruding from the body of the cylinder 2. The first boss 12 has a parallel first stop 13 and a second stop 14 on both sides. The first stop 13 and the second stop 14 together form a receiving groove 15. One steamer body can be stacked on the receiving groove 15 of the first clamp 9 of another steamer body via the second clamp 11.
[0041] A first clamp 9 and a second clamp 11 are set in the cage compartment 1 to achieve a stable stacking of multiple steamers. The receiving groove 15 formed by the first protrusion 12, the first stop part 13 and the second stop part 14 on the first clamp 9 cooperates with the second clamp 11 so that the second clamp 11 of the lower steamer can be accurately embedded into the receiving groove 15 of the upper steamer, which enhances the stability of the stacking structure, avoids the steamer shaking or misalignment during the steaming process, improves the space utilization rate, and facilitates the steaming of multiple foods at one time.
[0042] The first stop part 13 is provided with multiple sets of first notches 16, and the end of the second guide bar 7 away from the cylinder 2 is connected to the first notch 16.
[0043] An inclined guide surface is provided at the first gap 16.
[0044] When condensate accumulates in the receiving groove 15 area of the first clamp 9, it can flow directly into the second guide bar 7 below through the first notch 16. With the help of the inclined design of the second guide groove 8, the condensate is guided to the bottom of the cylinder 2 or the first guide structure of the cage partition 1, so as to avoid the condensate dripping or accumulating at the stacking interface and ensure the sealing and cleanliness when the multi-layer steamers are stacked.
[0045] The steamer body is made of a transparent material, such as transparent plastic or transparent glass.
[0046] The transparent integrated steamer is made of transparent material, allowing users to clearly observe the food's condition during steaming. This eliminates the need for frequent opening of the lid, ensuring the food is cooked through and reducing heat loss. It also maintains stable steaming temperatures. The transparent design enhances the product's aesthetics and modern appeal, making it easy to match with different kitchen styles. It can be made from food-grade transparent polypropylene (PP), polycarbonate (PC), or high-temperature resistant transparent materials such as high borosilicate glass, using injection molding, compression molding, or blow molding processes to ensure the materials meet food safety standards and possess excellent high-temperature resistance and light transmittance. This ensures both safety and visible steaming during use.
[0047] The edges of the first guide bar 3 and the second guide bar 7 are both provided with rounded corner structures 17.
[0048] The first guide strip 3 and the second guide strip 7 are provided with rounded corner structures 17, which can not only avoid safety hazards such as scratches to users caused by sharp corners and improve the safety of use, but also reduce the resistance of steam and condensate in the flow process, so that steam can pass through the guide structure more smoothly and condensate can be guided to the guide groove along the rounded corners more quickly, improving the guiding efficiency; it can also reduce the risk of dirt residue at the edges during cleaning and facilitate daily cleaning and maintenance.
[0049] The steamer body includes multiple handles 18 disposed on the side wall of the cylinder 2, and the bottom of each handle 18 has a first through groove 19. The side wall of the first through groove 19 of the steamer body is provided with reinforcing ribs 10, which are used to enhance the structural rigidity of the handles 18.
[0050] The steamer body features multiple handles 18 on its side walls, combined with a first through groove 19 at the bottom, combining practicality and user-friendly design. The handles 18 allow users to easily lift and move the steamer, preventing burns, and also allow the steamer to be hung, enhancing ease of use.
[0051] The steamer body also includes an annular guide strip 100 surrounding the cage partition 1. The annular guide strip 100 connects the cage partition 1 and the cylinder 2. The annular guide strip 100 is provided with an annular guide groove 200. The first through hole 4 is located in the annular guide groove and penetrates the bottom wall of the annular guide groove 200. The first guide groove 6 is connected to the first through hole 4 through the annular guide groove.
[0052] The cage partition 1 is in the shape of a circular plate, and the annular guide strip 100 is in the shape of a ring surrounding the edge of the cage partition 1.
[0053] The structure of the annular guide channel 200 can guide condensate to quickly collect in the first through hole 4, and then discharge it through the first through hole 4, thus optimizing the drainage path.
[0054] The second clamp 11 has a sealing layer 21 at its bottom, and the sealing layer 21 abuts against the bottom surface of the receiving groove 15 of the first clamp 9.
[0055] The second clamp 11 has an additional sealing layer 21 at its bottom, which fits tightly against the bottom surface of the receiving groove 15 of the first clamp 9, greatly enhancing the sealing performance when multiple steamers are stacked. This design effectively prevents steam from leaking out of the stacked gaps, reduces heat loss, maintains an efficient steaming environment inside the steamer, and improves the steaming effect of food; at the same time, it prevents condensate from leaking at the stacked areas, keeping the kitchen countertop clean.
[0056] The multiple sets of first guide strips 3 are radially and uniformly distributed on the cage 1. The cage 1 has an inwardly convex hemispherical structure. The end of the first guide strip 3 near the center of the cage 1 is located above the end of the first guide strip 3 near the edge of the cage 1. The ends of two adjacent sets of first guide strips 3 away from the first through hole 4 intersect to form a first included angle 22. Two adjacent sets of first guide strips 3 form a guide group. Multiple guide groups realize the uniform flow of steam on the cage 1.
[0057] The inclined first guide strip 3, in conjunction with the hemispherical structure, allows condensate to automatically converge into the annular guide channel 200 under gravity, preventing water accumulation and localized soaking of food. Multiple sets of first guide strips 3 are radially and evenly distributed on the cage compartment 1, with adjacent guide strips forming a specific first angle 22 to constitute a guide group. This design effectively guides steam to diffuse evenly on the cage compartment 1. The radial layout allows steam to flow radially from the center of the cage compartment 1 to the surrounding areas, ensuring that heat covers the food comprehensively and without dead angles, avoiding undercooking or overcooking in certain areas. The channels formed by the guide groups, combined with the angled design, promote steam diversion and convergence, further enhancing the mixing and even distribution of steam, improving cooking efficiency and food quality.
[0058] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, there will be changes in the specific implementation method and application scope based on the idea of this utility model. The content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
Claims
1. A transparent, integrated steamer, characterized in that: The steamer body includes a steamer rack (1) and a cylindrical body (2) integrally formed with the steamer rack (1). The steamer rack (1) is provided with multiple sets of first guide strips (3), multiple sets of first through holes (4) and multiple sets of second through holes (5) disposed between two sets of first guide strips (3). The first guide strips (3) are provided with first guide grooves (6), and one end of the first guide grooves (6) is connected to the first through holes (4).
2. The transparent integrated steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cylinder (2) is provided with multiple sets of second guide strips (7), and the second guide strips (7) are provided with second guide grooves (8). The second guide grooves (8) of the multiple second guide strips (7) are spaced apart on the cylinder (2). The end of the second guide groove (8) near the cage partition (1) is correspondingly provided with the first through hole (4).
3. The transparent integrated steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cage partition (1) is provided with a first clamp (9) and a second clamp (11); the first clamp (9) is located at the top of the cylinder (2), and the second clamp (11) is located at the bottom of the cylinder (2), with the second clamp (11) protruding out of the cage partition (1).
4. A transparent integrated steamer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first clamp (9) includes a first boss (12) protruding from the body of the cylinder (2). The first boss (12) has a first stop (13) and a second stop (14) on both sides. The first stop (13) and the second stop (14) together form a receiving groove (15). One steamer body can be stacked on the receiving groove (15) of the first clamp (9) of another steamer body via the second clamp (11).
5. A transparent integrated steamer according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first stop (13) is provided with multiple sets of first notches (16), and the end of the second guide bar (7) away from the cylinder (2) is connected to the first notch (16).
6. The transparent integrated steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steamer body is made of transparent material.
7. A transparent integrated steamer according to claim 2, characterized in that: The edges of the first guide bar (3) and the second guide bar (7) are both provided with rounded corner structures (17).
8. A transparent integrated steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steamer body includes multiple handles (18) provided on the side wall of the cylinder (2), and the bottom of the handle (18) is provided with a first through groove (19).
9. A transparent integrated steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steamer body also includes an annular guide strip (100) surrounding the cage partition (1), the annular guide strip (100) connecting the cage partition (1) and the cylinder (2), the annular guide strip (100) having an annular guide groove (200), the first through hole (4) being located inside the annular guide groove (200) and penetrating the bottom wall of the annular guide groove (200); the first guide groove (6) communicating with the first through hole (4) via the annular guide groove (200).
10. A transparent integrated steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The multiple sets of first guide strips (3) are radially and uniformly distributed on the cage partition (1). The cage partition (1) has an inwardly convex hemispherical structure. The end of the first guide strip (3) near the center of the cage partition (1) is located above the end of the first guide strip (3) near the edge of the cage partition (1). The ends of two adjacent sets of first guide strips (3) away from the first through hole (4) intersect to form a first included angle (22). Two adjacent sets of first guide strips (3) form a guide group. Multiple guide groups realize the uniform flow of steam on the cage partition (1).