A cigar cabinet

Abstract

This application provides a cigar cabinet, including a cabinet body and a temperature control component. The cabinet body is a one-piece structure. A recessed mounting groove is formed on the side wall of the cabinet body, and a recessed water collection groove is formed on the bottom wall of the cabinet body. The temperature control component is installed in the mounting groove. A guide channel is connected to the bottom of the mounting groove, and the guide channel is connected to the water collection groove. Absorbent cotton is placed in the water collection groove. The water collection groove is used to collect condensate generated by the temperature control component, and the absorbent cotton is used to absorb the condensate in the water collection groove and to humidify the cigar cabinet. The cigar cabinet provided by this application can improve the temperature and humidity conditions inside the cabinet, allowing cigars to be better preserved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of storage device technology, and in particular to a cigar cabinet. Background Technology

[0002] For the storage and maturation of cigars, an optimal ratio of temperature and humidity must be maintained. In high-temperature and high-humidity environments, cigars are prone to mold growth. The humidity of cigars has a significant impact on their lighting, burning process, and flavor. A relative humidity of around 65% to 75% is ideal, and 16-20℃ is considered the ideal storage temperature for cigars.

[0003] In the process of developing this application, the inventors discovered that the existing technology has at least the following problems: Some cigar cabinets are equipped with water trays to evaporate moisture and increase humidity inside the cabinet, while also recovering condensate generated during the refrigeration process. When too much condensate is produced, the water in the tray can easily overflow into the cigar cabinet, affecting the preservation of cigars and the hygiene of the cabinet's interior. Excessive condensate in the tray can also lead to rapid evaporation, resulting in excessive humidity inside the cabinet. Furthermore, as the condensate drips and splashes, it can easily wet the cigars, affecting their proper preservation. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Based on this, this application provides a cigar cabinet to improve the problem of excessive humidity inside the cabinet affecting the normal preservation of cigars in the prior art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this application embodiment is implemented as follows:

[0006] This application provides a cigar cabinet, including a cabinet body and a temperature control component. The cabinet body is an integral structure. An inwardly recessed mounting groove is formed on the side wall of the cabinet body, and an inwardly recessed water collection groove is formed on the bottom wall of the cabinet body. The temperature control component is installed in the mounting groove. A guide channel is connected to the bottom of the mounting groove, and the guide channel is connected to the water collection groove. A water-absorbing cotton is placed in the water collection groove. The water collection groove is used to collect condensate generated by the temperature control component, and the water-absorbing cotton is used to absorb the condensate in the water collection groove and to humidify the cigar cabinet.

[0007] In one embodiment, the guide channel includes a water collection section and a guide section. The water collection section is located below the mounting channel, and the width of the water collection section gradually decreases from the end closer to the mounting channel to the end farther away from the mounting channel. The guide section is a vertical straight channel, with its upper end connected to the outlet of the water collection section and its lower end connected to the water collection channel.

[0008] In one embodiment, the bottom of the flow guide is provided with an arc portion, one end of the arc portion smoothly transitions to the flow guide portion, and the other end of the arc portion smoothly transitions to the water collection tank.

[0009] In one embodiment, the sidewalls and bottomwalls of the mounting groove have a smooth transition.

[0010] In one embodiment, the top surface of the absorbent cotton is not higher than the top of the water collection tank.

[0011] In one embodiment, the bottom of the water collection tank is provided with a drain outlet, and the drain outlet is covered with a sealing cap.

[0012] In one embodiment, the inlet of the drain is not higher than the bottom plane of the water collection tank.

[0013] In one embodiment, the temperature control component includes a cooling and heating regulating device, a heat dissipation device, and a fan assembly. The cooling and heating regulating device is used to regulate the temperature of the cabinet, the fan assembly is used to send the cooling or heating energy of the cooling and heating regulating device into the cabinet, and the heat dissipation device is used to dissipate heat from the cooling and heating regulating device.

[0014] In one embodiment, the temperature regulation device is a semiconductor refrigeration chip, and the cigar cabinet also includes a control component that is electrically connected to the temperature control component and is used to control the temperature control component.

[0015] In one embodiment, the cigar cabinet further includes a cigar rack and a cabinet door, the cabinet door being hinged to the cabinet body for opening or closing the cabinet body; the cigar rack is placed on the inner wall of the cabinet body for placing cigars.

[0016] This application has at least the following beneficial effects: The cigar cabinet of this application has an installation groove on the side wall of the cabinet body, and the temperature control component is installed in the installation groove. A guide groove is then connected below the installation groove, allowing the condensate generated by the temperature control component to flow into the water collection tank along the installation groove and the guide groove, preventing problems such as condensate splashing. The guide groove, the guide groove, and the water collection tank are all formed by recesses in the inner wall of the cabinet body, so there are no gaps at the connection points, effectively preventing condensate leakage. At the same time, absorbent cotton is installed in the water collection tank at the bottom. The absorbent cotton can absorb the condensate in the water collection tank, preventing condensate overflow. Simultaneously, the absorbent cotton can slow down the evaporation rate of the condensate (compared to the direct evaporation of water in the water collection tank), avoiding excessive humidity inside the cabinet. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a cigar cabinet according to an embodiment of this application.

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the main structure of a cigar cabinet.

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A structural diagram of a cigar cabinet from another perspective (with absorbent cotton removed).

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the cigar cabinet according to an embodiment of this application.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a cigar cabinet according to another embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the temperature control component according to an embodiment of this application.

[0023] The meanings of the labels in the attached diagram are as follows:

[0024] 1. Cabinet body; 11. Mounting groove; 12. Drainage groove; 121. Water collection section; 122. Drainage section; 123. Arc section; 13. Water collection trough; 14. Slot;

[0025] 2. Temperature control components; 21. Fan components; 22. Heating and cooling regulation devices; 23. Heat dissipation devices;

[0026] 3. Absorbent cotton; 4. Outer shell; 5. Cabinet door; 6. Cigar rack. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solution of this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0028] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein in the specification of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the ways in which this application may be implemented. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0029] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0030] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] See Figures 1 to 3 The cigar cabinet of this application embodiment includes a cabinet body 1 and a temperature control component 2. The cabinet body 1 is an integral structure. A recessed mounting groove 11 is formed on the side wall of the cabinet body 1, and a recessed water collection tank 13 is formed on the bottom wall of the cabinet body 1. The temperature control component 2 is installed in the mounting groove 11. A guide channel 12 is connected to the bottom of the mounting groove 11, and the guide channel 12 is connected to the water collection tank 13. A water-absorbing cotton 3 is placed in the water collection tank 13. The water collection tank 13 is used to collect condensate generated by the temperature control component 2, and the water-absorbing cotton 3 is used to absorb the condensate in the water collection tank 13. The condensate absorbed on the water-absorbing cotton 3 can be used to humidify the cigar cabinet, allowing moisture to evaporate continuously while preventing water in the water collection tank 13 from easily overflowing. The water-absorbing cotton 3 can also moisturize and lock in moisture inside the cabinet body 1. The water-absorbing cotton 3 can be, for example, a sponge.

[0032] Specifically, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the cigar cabinet also includes an outer shell 4, a cigar rack 6, and a cabinet door 5. The outer shell 4 covers the cabinet body 1 and is fixedly connected to the cabinet body 1. The cabinet door 5 is hinged to the cabinet body 1 and is used to open or close the cabinet body 1. The cabinet body 1 has slots 14 on two opposite inner walls, into which the cigar rack 6 is inserted and can be pulled out like a drawer; or, the cabinet body 1 has raised shelves on two opposite inner walls, on which the cigar rack 6 is placed and can also be pulled out and taken out like a drawer, similar to the shelves in a refrigerator compartment.

[0033] In this embodiment, the mounting groove 11 is located on the back panel of the cabinet 1 (i.e., the side wall opposite to the cabinet door 5). The mounting groove 11, the guide groove 12, and the water collection groove 13 are connected in sequence, forming a seamless integrated structure that effectively prevents condensate from leaking outwards. Simultaneously, the temperature control component 2 is located within the mounting groove 11, allowing the condensate formed therein to flow along the protrusions formed by the mounting groove 11 to the guide groove 12 located in the center of the bottom of the mounting groove 11, preventing condensate from splashing outwards. A rounded corner can also be provided at the connection between the side wall and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 11 to ensure a smooth transition and prevent condensate from splashing outwards when dripping.

[0034] like Figure 3As shown, the guide channel 12 in this embodiment includes a water collection section 121 and a guide section 122. The water collection section 121 is located below the mounting groove 11, and its width gradually decreases from the end closer to the mounting groove 11 to the end farther away from the mounting groove 11. The guide section 122 is a vertical flow channel, with its upper end connected to the outlet of the water collection section 121 and its lower end connected to the water collection tank 13. The water collection section 121 is approximately V-shaped, with a large opening at the top and a small opening at the bottom, so as to guide the condensate at the edge of the mounting groove 11 and the condensate dripping directly from the temperature control component 2 downwards. An arc section 123 can also be provided at the bottom of the guide section 122, with one end of the arc section 123 smoothly transitioning to the guide section 122 and the other end of the arc section 123 smoothly transitioning to the water collection tank 13. The arc-shaped portion 123 forms a smooth transition between the main wall of the guide portion 122 (the main wall being the wall surface of the guide portion 122 parallel to the main plane of the back panel of the cabinet 1) and the bottom wall of the water collection tank 13. For example, the arc-shaped portion 123 can be tangent to both the main wall plane of the guide portion 122 and the bottom plane of the water collection tank 13. The arc-shaped portion 123 prevents splashing when condensate drips.

[0035] like Figure 1 As shown, the absorbent cotton 3 can absorb water in the water collection tank 13. After the absorbed water evaporates, it can humidify the cabinet 1. Compared with the method of water collection tank 13 where water evaporates directly through the surface of the condensate, it has a slower water evaporation rate, which can prevent excessive humidity in the cabinet 1. During the design, the area and depth of the water collection tank 13 can be selected according to actual needs. The size of the absorbent cotton 3 can be matched with the size of the water collection tank 13. For example, the area of ​​the absorbent cotton 3 can be basically the same as that of the water collection tank 13, and the thickness of the absorbent cotton 3 can be the same as or slightly lower than the depth of the water collection tank 13.

[0036] The bottom of the water collection tank 13 is provided with a drain outlet (not shown), and the drain outlet is covered with a sealing cap (not shown). Opening the sealing cap allows the condensate in the water collection tank 13 to drain out through the drain outlet. To facilitate drainage, the height of the drain outlet can be designed to be flush with or slightly lower than the bottom plane of the water collection tank 13. If no drain outlet structure is provided, drainage can be achieved by replacing the absorbent cotton 3 or by squeezing out the water from the absorbent cotton 3.

[0037] like Figure 6As shown, the temperature control component 2 in this embodiment includes a cooling and heating regulating device 22, a heat dissipation device 23, and a fan assembly 21. The cooling and heating regulating device 22 regulates the temperature inside the cabinet 1. The fan assembly 21 is used to send the cooling or heating generated by the cooling and heating regulating device 22 into the cabinet 1. The heat dissipation device 23 is used to dissipate heat from the cooling and heating regulating device 22. Specifically, the cooling and heating regulating device 22 can be, for example, a thermoelectric cooler. The cigar cabinet may also include a control component (not shown), which is electrically connected to the temperature control component 2 and is used to control the temperature control component 2. The thermoelectric cooler can both cool and heat the environment inside the cabinet 1. The temperature control component 2 can control the opening and closing of the thermoelectric cooler and also control the temperature control mode of the thermoelectric cooler, such as cooling or heating. When the humidity inside the cabinet 1 is too high, the thermoelectric cooler can be used to heat and dehumidify the cabinet 1, or the fan assembly 21 can be turned on to remove moisture. The heat dissipation device 23 may include, for example, heat dissipation fins and a fan. One end of the heat dissipation fins is in contact with the cooling chip, and the other end is located outside the cabinet 1 for ventilation. The fan is used to accelerate the airflow speed at the heat dissipation fins. The fan assembly 21 may include, for example, an exhaust fan, which is located on the side of the thermoelectric cooling chip near the inner wall of the cabinet 1.

[0038] The cigar cabinet provided in this embodiment offers optimal temperature and humidity for cigars, resulting in a more stable and reliable storage environment. Absorbent cotton is placed within the water collection tank to ensure continuous evaporation of moisture, maintaining humidity within the cabinet and preventing water overflow. This enhances the reliability and stability of the cigar storage environment. The installation slots and drainage channels further prevent condensation from splashing and causing instability in the cigar storage environment.

[0039] It should be noted that, in this document, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0040] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A cigar cabinet, characterized in that, The device includes a cabinet and a temperature control component. The cabinet is a one-piece structure. The side wall of the cabinet has an inwardly recessed mounting groove, and the bottom wall of the cabinet has an inwardly recessed water collection groove. The temperature control component is installed in the mounting groove. The bottom of the mounting groove is connected to a guide channel, which is connected to the water collection groove. The water collection groove contains absorbent cotton. The water collection groove is used to collect condensate generated by the temperature control component, and the absorbent cotton is used to absorb the condensate in the water collection groove and to humidify the cigar cabinet.

2. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The guide channel includes a water collection section and a guide section. The water collection section is located below the mounting channel, and the width of the water collection section gradually decreases from the end closer to the mounting channel to the end farther away from the mounting channel. The guide section is a vertical straight channel, with its upper end connected to the outlet of the water collection section and its lower end connected to the water collection channel.

3. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom of the flow guide is provided with an arc section, one end of which smoothly transitions to the flow guide, and the other end of which smoothly transitions to the water collection tank.

4. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The sidewalls and bottomwalls of the mounting groove transition smoothly.

5. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The top surface of the absorbent cotton is not higher than the top of the water collection tank.

6. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom of the water collection tank is provided with a drain outlet, and the drain outlet is covered with a sealing cap.

7. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The inlet of the drain outlet is not higher than the bottom plane of the water collection tank.

8. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The temperature control component includes a cooling and heating regulating device, a heat dissipation device, and a fan assembly. The cooling and heating regulating device is used to regulate the temperature of the cabinet. The fan assembly is used to send the cooling or heating energy of the cooling and heating regulating device into the cabinet. The heat dissipation device is used to dissipate heat from the cooling and heating regulating device.

9. The cigar cabinet as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The temperature control device is a semiconductor refrigeration chip, and the cigar cabinet also includes a control component, which is electrically connected to the temperature control component and is used to control the temperature control component.

10. The cigar cabinet as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a cigar rack and a cabinet door, the cabinet door being hinged to the cabinet body for opening or closing the cabinet body; the cigar rack is placed on the inner wall of the cabinet body for placing cigars.

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