A base assembly for a breast cup and a coffee machine

Abstract

A base assembly of a milk cup and a coffee machine, wherein the base assembly of the milk cup comprises a base for adapting to the coffee machine with a steam output pipe and a tray arranged on the base, the tray is provided with a position for placing the milk cup, and the utility model further discloses a coffee machine, which comprises a coffee machine host with a steam output pipe and the base assembly of the milk cup, the base assembly is arranged on one side of the coffee machine host, and the base is arranged in a separable mode with the coffee machine host or the base and the coffee machine host are integrated. The base assembly of the milk cup can be used for placing the milk cup, the consumer need not hold the milk cup for operation during the milk foaming process, the position of the tray can be adjusted, the consumer can adaptively adjust the tray according to the actual situation, and the utility model has the advantages of simple structure, convenient operation, low cost and convenient cleaning.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of coffee machines and accessories, specifically relating to a milk cup base assembly and a coffee machine. Background Technology

[0002] Existing milk frothing technologies for coffee machines mainly include two types:

[0003] The first type is a coffee machine with a built-in steam pipe. The steam pipe outputs high-temperature steam to froth the milk. The specific steps for frothing the milk are for the consumer to hold the milk cup and move the milk cup and steam pipe so that the steam pipe extends into the milk in the milk cup. The steam pipe outputs high-temperature steam to froth the milk. The disadvantage of this method is that the consumer needs to hold the milk cup the whole time during the frothing process, and the milk cup needs to be tilted each time the milk is frothed so that the milk and the steam pipe can be re-established at a certain angle and position, so that the milk rotates during the frothing process.

[0004] The second type is a coffee machine with a built-in milk tank. It uses a milk tank to foam milk. The principle is to place the milk in the milk tank and use the negative pressure generated by high-speed steam to draw the milk out of the milk tank and complete the foaming. The disadvantages are that the milk is easily contaminated and produces an odor, and the complex components lead to higher costs. The milk tank is also difficult to clean.

[0005] Both of the above technical solutions have certain limitations. Therefore, it is necessary to design a product or accessory that facilitates milk foaming. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome at least one of the shortcomings of the prior art and to provide a milk cup base assembly and a coffee machine that facilitates milk frothing for consumers.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution provided by this utility model is as follows:

[0008] A milk cup base assembly includes a base for use with a coffee machine having a steam output tube and a tray disposed on the base, the tray having a space for placing the milk cup.

[0009] In a further embodiment of this utility model, the tray is movably and adjustablely mounted on the base so that the position of the tray relative to the base can be adjusted.

[0010] The base assembly includes an adjustment device, through which the tray is mounted on the base. The adjustment device enables the tray to be adjusted relative to the base in at least one of height adjustment, rotation adjustment, and level adjustment.

[0011] In a further embodiment of this utility model, the adjusting device includes:

[0012] The height adjustment mechanism allows the tray to be adjusted in height relative to the base.

[0013] And / or a rotation adjustment mechanism, through which the tray is rotated relative to the base.

[0014] In a further embodiment of this utility model, the height adjustment mechanism includes a screw connected to the tray, a gear meshing with the screw and a drive gear, and a driver for the screw to run. When the screw and the gear work together, the screw and the tray can move up and down.

[0015] In a further embodiment of this utility model, the rotation adjustment mechanism includes a universal joint mounted on the base, the movable end of the universal joint being connected to the tray, and the tray being adjusted for circumferential rotation and / or pitch rotation via the rotation adjustment mechanism.

[0016] In a further embodiment of this utility model, the gear is rotatably mounted on the base, the driver is connected to the gear and used to drive the gear to rotate, the driver is a knob rotatably mounted on the base, the knob and the gear are connected by a shaft and rotate synchronously, the base is provided with a support frame located at the lower part of the shaft, the screw is vertically mounted on the base, and the screw is connected to a universal joint so that the universal joint and the screw move up and down synchronously.

[0017] The universal joint includes a joint seat, an adjusting ball head movably disposed on the joint seat, and a fixing ring disposed inside the joint seat and located at the top of the adjusting ball head. The adjusting ball head is provided with a connecting rod that connects to the tray. The connecting rod extends upward out of the joint seat and is fixedly connected to the tray by threads. The upper part of the screw is provided with a support seat that extends into the interior of the joint seat and is located at the bottom of the adjusting ball head. The upper part of the screw is fixedly connected to the joint seat.

[0018] The base is equipped with a lifting guide zone for the screw and universal joint to move up and down.

[0019] In a further embodiment of this utility model, a guide ring is provided inside the base, the guide ring is located below the universal joint, the guide ring is provided with a column portion that is fixedly connected to the base, the guide ring is provided with a guide hole, and the screw passes through the guide hole.

[0020] In a further embodiment of this utility model, an active range for tray adjustment is provided between the tray and the base. The tray is cap-shaped, and a boss is provided on the base. The tray cover is placed on the boss, and an installation range for setting the adjustment device is provided on the boss. There are gaps between the upper part of the tray and the upper part of the boss, and between the side of the tray and the side of the boss to form an active range.

[0021] In a further embodiment of this utility model, the bottom surface of the location is inclined, and the location is sunken.

[0022] In a further embodiment of this utility model, the base is provided with at least one of the following: a hanging rack for placing a funnel, a first placement position for storing a powder pressing hammer, and a second placement position for storing a filter screen.

[0023] A coffee machine includes a coffee machine main unit with a steam output pipe and a base assembly for a milk cup. The base assembly is located on one side of the coffee machine main unit. The base and the coffee machine main unit can be detached or the base and the coffee machine main unit can be integrated into one structure.

[0024] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0025] (1) The base assembly of the milk cup of this utility model can be used to place the milk cup. During the milk foaming process, consumers do not need to hold the milk cup to operate. It helps consumers to foam milk, reduces the difficulty of foaming milk, improves the user experience and increases the playability of foaming milk.

[0026] (2) The tray of the base assembly of the milk cup of this utility model can be adjusted in position. Consumers can adjust the tray according to the actual situation. For example, the height adjustment mechanism can be used to adjust the upper and lower position of the tray, which can be adapted to coffee machines with different steam pipe heights. The circumferential angle position and pitch angle position of the tray can be adjusted by rotating the adjustment mechanism.

[0027] (3) The base assembly of the milk cup of this utility model has the advantages of simple structure, convenient operation, low cost and easy cleaning.

[0028] (4) The base assembly of the milk cup of this utility model can accommodate the funnel, filter and powder pressing hammer accessories. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure in some embodiments of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure in some embodiments of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of some embodiments of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of part A in the middle.

[0033] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the tray and adjustment device in some embodiments of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure in some embodiments of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram of the structure in some embodiments of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the base and adjustment device in some embodiments of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0037] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a full understanding of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0038] like Figure 1-8 As shown, the base assembly of this milk cup includes a base 1 for use with a coffee machine with a steam output pipe 9 and a tray 2 set on the base 1. The tray 2 has a position 21 for placing the milk cup 3. The milk cup base assembly can be used with a coffee machine with a steam pipe 9 to froth milk. When the milk cup 3 containing milk is placed on the position 21 of the tray 2, the steam pipe 9 of the coffee machine extends into the milk cup and outputs high-temperature steam, thereby frothing the milk. During the frothing process, the consumer does not need to hold the milk cup continuously to operate it, which assists the consumer in frothing milk, makes it more convenient for the consumer, reduces the difficulty of frothing milk, improves the user experience, and increases the playability of frothing milk.

[0039] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , 3 As shown in Figure 5, the tray 2 is movably and adjustablely mounted on the base 1 so that the position of the tray 2 relative to the base 1 can be adjusted. Consumers can adjust the tray 2 according to the actual situation to facilitate milk frothing operations.

[0040] The base assembly includes an adjustment device, and the tray 2 is mounted on the base 1 via the adjustment device, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the arrow illustrates the adjustment method of the tray 2 in this embodiment. The adjustment device is used to enable the tray 2 to be adjusted in height or rotation relative to the base 1. Of course, the adjustment device can also be further configured to enable the tray 2 to be adjusted horizontally relative to the base 1. That is, the adjustment device is used to enable the tray 2 to be adjusted in height, rotation, or horizontally relative to the base 1.

[0041] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3-5 As shown, the adjustment device includes:

[0042] The height adjustment mechanism 3 allows the tray 2 to be adjusted relative to the base 1, thereby adjusting the vertical position of the tray 2. This enables it to be adapted to coffee machines with different steam pipe 9 heights and facilitates milk frothing operations.

[0043] And / or the rotation adjustment mechanism 4, the tray 2 is rotated relative to the base 1 through the rotation adjustment mechanism 4, thereby realizing the adjustment of the angle and orientation of the tray 2, which facilitates the milk frothing operation.

[0044] In this embodiment, the adjustment device includes both a height adjustment mechanism 3 and a rotation adjustment mechanism 4, which facilitates the versatility of tray 2 adjustment.

[0045] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3-5 As shown, the height adjustment mechanism 3 includes a screw 31 connected to the tray 2, a gear 32 meshing with the screw 31, a drive gear 32, and a driver 33 for the screw 31 to run. When the screw 31 and the gear 32 work together, the screw 31 and the tray 2 can move up and down, thereby adjusting the height position of the tray 2.

[0046] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3-5 As shown, the rotation adjustment mechanism 4 includes a universal joint 41 mounted on the base 1. The movable end of the universal joint 41 is connected to the tray 2. The tray 2 can be adjusted circumferentially and / or tilted by the rotation adjustment mechanism 4. The application of the universal joint 41 improves the versatility of the tray 2 adjustment, enabling the tray 2 to be rotated clockwise and counterclockwise, as well as tilted up and down to adjust the angle and orientation of the tray 2.

[0047] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3-5 As shown in Figure 8, gear 32 is rotatably mounted on base 1. Driver 33 is connected to gear 32 and is used to drive gear 32 to rotate. Driver 33 is a knob rotatably mounted on base 1. The knob and gear 32 are connected by shaft 17 and rotate synchronously. Base 1 is provided with support bracket 18 located at the lower part of shaft 17. The knob is designed for easy adjustment by the user. By rotating the knob, screw 31 and tray 2 can be moved up and down. Screw 31 is vertically mounted on base 1. Screw 31 is connected to universal joint 41 so that universal joint 41 and screw 31 move up and down synchronously. The connection between screw 31 and universal joint 41 realizes the integration of height adjustment mechanism 3 and rotation adjustment mechanism 4, which is beneficial to the simplification of the adjustment device structure.

[0048] like Figure 4-5As shown, the universal joint 41 includes a joint seat 411, an adjusting ball head 412 movably disposed on the joint seat 411, and a fixing ring 413 disposed within the joint seat 411 and located above the adjusting ball head 412. The adjusting ball head 412 is provided with a connecting rod 414 that connects to the tray 2. The connecting rod 414 extends upward from the joint seat 411, and the connecting rod 414 is fixedly connected to the tray 2 by threads. The upper part of the screw 31 is provided with a support seat 415 that extends into the joint seat 411 and is located below the adjusting ball head 412. Both the fixing ring 413 and the support seat 415 are provided with arc surfaces that mate with the adjusting ball head 412. The adjusting ball head 412 is confined within the joint seat 411. The fixing ring 413 and the support seat 415 exert friction on the adjusting ball head 412, so that the adjusting ball head 412 can maintain its position when manually rotated to a certain position. The upper part of the screw 31 is fixedly connected to the joint seat 411. In this embodiment, the screw 31 and the support seat 415 are integrated. The support seat 415 can be screwed into the joint seat 411 by means of threaded connection. Then, the screw 31 and the support seat 415 are directly welded to the joint seat 411 to achieve final locking. Alternatively, when the support seat 415 is threadedly connected to the joint seat 411, thread adhesive is used at the same time to ensure the stability of the threaded connection.

[0049] The base 1 is provided with a lifting guide section 11 for the screw 31 and universal joint 41 to move up and down. The lifting guide section 11 is used to guide the joint seat 411 to move up and down. The inner diameter of the lifting guide section 11 is slightly larger than the outer diameter of the joint seat 411. The cooperation between the lifting guide section 11 and the joint seat 411 helps to reduce the shaking of the joint seat 411 when it moves up and down.

[0050] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 8 As shown, a guide ring 15 is provided inside the base 1. The guide ring 15 is located below the universal joint 41. The guide ring 15 is provided with a post 16 that is fixed to the base 1. The guide ring 15 is provided with a guide hole 151. The screw 31 passes through the guide hole 151. The diameter of the guide hole 151 is slightly larger than the corresponding size of the screw 31 to avoid excessive shaking when the screw 31 moves up and down.

[0051] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 , 4 As shown, there is an adjustable range 12 between the tray 2 and the base 1 for adjusting the tray 2. The tray 2 is cap-shaped, and the base 1 has a boss 13. The tray 2 covers the boss 13. The boss 13 has an installation range 14 for setting the adjustment device. There are gaps between the upper part of the tray 2 and the upper part of the boss 13, and between the side of the tray 2 and the side of the boss 13 to form the adjustable range 12, so that the tray 2 can be adjusted to move up and down, rotate circumferentially, and tilt relative to the boss 13.

[0052] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the bottom surface of the section 21 is inclined to adapt to the milk frothing operation, allowing the milk to rotate during the frothing process. The inclined section 21, together with the rotation adjustment mechanism 4, further adjusts the pitch and rotation, allowing the milk cup 3 to obtain a larger tilt angle. The section 21 is sunken, which is beneficial to the stability of the milk cup 3 and prevents the milk cup 3 from slipping due to the inclined setting.

[0053] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , 2 As shown in Figures 3, 6, and 7, the base 1 is provided with at least one of the following: a hanging bracket 6 for placing the funnel 5, a first placement position 7 for storing the powder pressing hammer, and a second placement position 8 for storing the filter screen. In this embodiment, the base 1 simultaneously has the hanging bracket 6, the first placement position 7, and the second placement position 8. Figure 6 For reference, tray 2 is located at the front left of base 1, first placement position 7 is located at the rear left of base 1, there are two second placement positions 8 arranged in the front-back direction and located in the middle of base 1, and hanging rack 6 is located at the right side of base 1. Base 1 can store accessories such as funnel 5, filter screen and powder pressing hammer, which is convenient for consumers. The first placement position 7 and the second placement position 8 are grooves.

[0054] This coffee machine includes a main unit (not shown in the figure) with a steam output pipe 9 and a base assembly for a milk cup. The main unit has a steam heating generator inside, and the output end of the steam heating generator is connected to the steam output pipe 9. The base assembly is located on one side of the main unit. The base 1 and the main unit can be detached or integrated into one structure to facilitate milk frothing. In this embodiment, the base assembly for the milk cup is used as an independent accessory with the main unit, that is, the base 1 and the main unit can be detached.

[0055] The above describes the preferred embodiments of this utility model, illustrating and describing its basic principles, main features, and advantages. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of this utility model as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A base assembly for a milk cup, characterized in that, Includes a base (1) for use with a coffee machine having a steam output pipe (9) and a tray (2) set on the base (1), the tray (2) having a space (21) for placing a milk cup (3).

2. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tray (2) is movably and adjustablely mounted on the base (1) so that the position of the tray (2) relative to the base (1) can be adjusted; The base assembly includes an adjustment device, and the tray (2) is mounted on the base (1) via the adjustment device. The adjustment device is used to enable the tray (2) to be adjusted relative to the base (1) in at least one of height adjustment, rotation adjustment, and horizontal adjustment.

3. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 2, characterized in that, The regulating device includes: The height adjustment mechanism (3) allows the tray (2) to be adjusted in height relative to the base (1) via the height adjustment mechanism (3); And / or rotation adjustment mechanism (4), the tray (2) is rotated relative to the base (1) by the rotation adjustment mechanism (4).

4. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 3, characterized in that, The height adjustment mechanism (3) includes a screw (31) connected to the tray (2), a gear (32) meshing with the screw (31), a drive gear (32), and a driver (33) for the screw (31) to run. When the screw (31) and the gear (32) work together, the screw (31) and the tray (2) can move up and down.

5. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 4, characterized in that, The rotation adjustment mechanism (4) includes a universal joint (41) mounted on the base (1). The movable end of the universal joint (41) is connected to the tray (2). The tray (2) is adjusted for circumferential rotation and / or pitch rotation through the rotation adjustment mechanism (4).

6. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 5, characterized in that, The gear (32) is rotatably mounted on the base (1). The driver (33) is connected to the gear (32) and is used to drive the gear (32) to rotate. The driver (33) is a knob rotatably mounted on the base (1). The knob and the gear (32) are connected by a shaft (17) and rotate synchronously. The base (1) is provided with a support bracket (18) located at the lower part of the shaft (17). The screw (31) is vertically mounted on the base (1). The screw (31) is connected to a universal joint (41) so that the universal joint (41) and the screw (31) move up and down synchronously. The universal joint (41) includes a joint seat (411), an adjusting ball head (412) movably disposed on the joint seat (411), and a fixing ring (413) disposed inside the joint seat (411) and located above the adjusting ball head (412). The adjusting ball head (412) is provided with a connecting rod (414) connected to the tray (2). The connecting rod (414) extends upward out of the joint seat (411). The connecting rod (414) and the tray (2) are fixedly connected by threads. The upper part of the screw (31) is provided with a support seat (415) extending into the interior of the joint seat (411) and located below the adjusting ball head (412). The upper part of the screw (31) is fixedly connected to the joint seat (411). The base (1) is provided with a lifting guide section (11) for the screw (31) and universal joint (41) to move up and down.

7. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 5, characterized in that, The base (1) is provided with a guide ring (15), which is located below the universal joint (41). The guide ring (15) is provided with a column (16) that is fixed to the base (1), and the guide ring (15) is provided with a guide hole (151). The screw (31) passes through the guide hole (151).

8. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 2, characterized in that, There is an active range (12) between the tray (2) and the base (1) for adjusting the tray (2). The tray (2) is hat-shaped. The base (1) is provided with a boss (13). The tray (2) is placed on the boss (13). The boss (13) is provided with an installation range (14) for setting the adjustment device. There are gaps between the upper part of the tray (2) and the upper part of the boss (13), and between the side of the tray (2) and the side of the boss (13) to form the active range (12).

9. The base assembly of the milk cup according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the location (21) is inclined, and the location (21) is sunken; The base (1) is provided with at least one of the following: a hanging rack (6) for placing the funnel (5), a first placement position (7) for storing the powder pressing hammer, and a second placement position (8) for storing the filter screen.

10. A coffee machine, characterized in that, The coffee machine includes a main unit with a steam output pipe (9) and a base assembly of the milk cup as described in any one of claims 1-9. The base assembly is located on one side of the coffee machine main unit. The base (1) is detachable from the coffee machine main unit or the base (1) is an integral structure with the coffee machine main unit.

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