An adjustable food clamp

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of adjustable food tongs, involve the technical field of clamp, including fixed arm, two clamping arms and locking piece, fixed arm has two opposite settings and can mutually clamping fixed part;Two clamping arms are respectively slidably set on two fixed parts, clamping arm can be moved along the length direction of fixed part to adjust the total length of food tongs;Locking piece is set on fixed part, and clamping arm is provided with the limiting unit matched with locking piece;By locking piece and limiting unit cooperation, fixed arm and clamping arm are locked and fixed. By adjusting the sliding distance between clamping arm and fixed arm, locking piece locks and fixes fixed arm and clamping arm, realizes multi-gear adjustment function, adjusts the length of clamping arm according to target object precision, flexibly controls the opening angle and clamping force of clamping arm, greatly expands the application range of food tongs, improves the convenience, safety and operation experience in use process, satisfies the diversified food processing needs of user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of clip technology, specifically to an adjustable food clip. Background Technology

[0002] Food tongs are indispensable tools in food processing, cooking, and catering services, widely used for picking up, flipping, and transferring various ingredients. However, existing food tongs generally suffer from limitations in their structural design.

[0003] Currently, food tongs on the market typically have fixed arm lengths, which cannot be flexibly adjusted according to the actual usage scenario and the size of the food to be processed. When gripping larger food items, insufficient arm length makes it difficult to achieve a stable grip, easily causing the food to slip; while when handling small food items, excessively long arms reduce the precision and flexibility of operation, and are inconvenient to carry and store. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention provides an adjustable food clip to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An adjustable food clip includes:

[0007] A fixed arm having two oppositely arranged and clamping parts, wherein the fixed parts are provided with sliding grooves;

[0008] Two clamping arms, each clamping arm corresponding to one of the two fixing parts, and each clamping arm is slidably disposed on the corresponding fixing part. The clamping arms can move along the length direction of the fixing part to adjust the total length of the food clamp.

[0009] A locking element is provided on the fixing part, and a limiting unit that cooperates with the locking element is provided on the clamping arm; the locking element and the limiting unit cooperate to lock and fix the fixing arm and the clamping arm.

[0010] In the aforementioned adjustable food clamp, the fixed part is provided with a sliding groove, and the end of the clamping arm away from the free end is provided with a slider that is adapted to the sliding groove; both sides of the sliding groove are provided with slideways, and the slider is provided with a protrusion that is adapted to the slideway, and the protrusion is slidably connected in the slideway.

[0011] In the aforementioned adjustable food clip, the locking element is disposed at the free end of the fixing arm and is detachably connected to the fixing part.

[0012] In the aforementioned adjustable food clamp, the limiting unit includes a plurality of limiting grooves formed along the length direction of the clamping arm.

[0013] In the aforementioned adjustable food clip, the locking member includes a latching part and a limiting part that are connected to each other; the latching part has a latching block, and the fixing part is provided with a latching groove, the latching block being latched into the latching groove; the limiting part has a limiting block, one of the limiting blocks being latched into one of the limiting grooves.

[0014] In the aforementioned adjustable food clip, the opening of the limiting groove is provided with an arc surface, and the limiting block is provided with rounded corners.

[0015] In the aforementioned adjustable food clamp, the clamping arm includes a connecting part and a clamping part disposed at one end of the connecting part. The connecting part is provided with the slider, and the clamping part is detachably provided with a silicone sleeve.

[0016] In the aforementioned adjustable food clip, the silicone sleeve is provided with an arc groove, and the periphery of the clamping part is engaged in the arc groove.

[0017] In the aforementioned adjustable food clip, the silicone sleeve is provided with a plurality of anti-slip blocks, which are evenly arranged around the periphery of the silicone sleeve.

[0018] In the aforementioned adjustable food clamp, a stop is provided on the side of the fixing part away from the clamping arm, and the stop is located in the clamping area formed between the two fixing parts.

[0019] In one of the adjustable food clips described above, a hanging ring is provided on the fixed arm, and the hanging ring is used to suspend the adjustable food clip.

[0020] The advantages of this utility model over the prior art are as follows:

[0021] This adjustable food clamp allows for multi-level adjustment by adjusting the sliding distance between the clamping arm and the fixed arm, with a locking mechanism securing both arms. The length of the clamping arm can be adjusted according to the precision of the target object, enabling users to flexibly control the opening angle and clamping force of the arm based on specific usage scenarios. This greatly expands the applicability of the food clamp, improves convenience, safety, and user experience, and meets diverse food processing needs. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the adjustable food clip.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the adjustable food clip from another perspective.

[0025] Figure 3 An exploded view of an adjustable food clip.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the adjustable food clip.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed arm.

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping arm.

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the locking mechanism.

[0030] Reference numerals: 1. Fixed arm; 11. Fixed part; 111. Slide groove; 112. Slide track; 113. Slot; 114. Stop block; 115. Clamping area; 12. Hanging ring; 2. Clamping arm; 21. Slider; 211. Protrusion; 22. Limiting unit; 221. Limiting groove; 23. Connecting part; 24. Clamping part; 241. Silicone sleeve; 242. Arc groove; 243. Anti-slip block; 3. Locking part; 31. Snap-fit ​​part; 311. Snap block; 32. Limiting part; 321. Limiting block. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is illustrative in nature and is in no way intended to limit the present utility model or its application or use. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0032] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0033] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as exemplary rather than limiting. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[0034] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this adjustable food clip includes a fixed arm 1, two clamping arms 2, and a locking member 3. The fixed arm 1 has two opposite fixed parts 11 that can clamp each other. The two clamping arms 2 correspond one-to-one with the two fixed parts 11 and are slidably disposed on the corresponding fixed parts 11. The clamping arms 2 can move along the length direction of the fixed parts 11 to adjust the total length of the food clip. The locking member 3 is disposed on the fixed parts 11, and the clamping arms 2 are provided with limiting units 22 that cooperate with the locking member 3. The fixed arm 1 and the clamping arms 2 are locked and fixed by the cooperation of the locking member 3 and the limiting unit 22.

[0035] It should be noted that within the set force range, the locking member 3 cooperates with the limiting unit 22 to lock the position of the clamping arm; when the force exceeds the set value, the locking member 3 disengages from the limiting unit 22, allowing the clamping arm 2 to slide and adjust. In other words, within a certain force range, the locking member 3 can lock the fixing arm 1 and the clamping arm 2 securely. Only after exceeding this force can the locking member 3 disengage from the limiting unit 22, allowing the clamping arm 2 to slide along the fixing part 11 to adjust the length of the food clamp. For example, when clamping food, if the food is light, the locking member 3 will not disengage from the limiting unit 22, ensuring the food clamp can smoothly clamp the food. When the length of the food clamp needs to be adjusted, a larger force is manually applied to push the clamping arm 2, causing the locking member 3 to disengage from the limiting unit 22, thereby adjusting the length of the clamping arm 2 extending beyond the fixing part 11, thus achieving the adjustment of the food clamp length.

[0036] As one embodiment, the clamping arm 2 is preferably disposed on the outer side of the fixing part 11. Of course, the clamping arm 2 can also be disposed on the inner side or the side of the fixing part 11.

[0037] In this embodiment, the fixed arm 1 has two opposite fixed parts 11 that can clamp each other. The two fixed parts 11 form a U-shaped or V-shaped structure. The two fixed arms 1 are elastic and can clamp each other. The clamping arms 2 correspond one-to-one with the two fixed parts 11 and are slidably disposed on the corresponding fixed parts 11. The clamping arms 2 are driven to clamp and separate each other through the clamping parts 11, so as to clamp food. Since the clamping arms 2 can move along the length direction of the fixed parts 11 to adjust the total length of the food clamp, the fixed arm 1 and the clamping arms 2 are locked and fixed by the locking member 3 and the limiting unit 22. When it is necessary to clamp different foods, the sliding distance between the clamping arms 2 and the fixed arm 1 is adjusted first, that is, the distance of the clamping arm 2 extending out of the fixed arm 1 is adjusted, and then the fixed arm 1 and the clamping arms 2 are locked and fixed by the locking member 3 to adapt to clamping food in different containers. For example, when food needs to be picked up from a deeper container, the distance of the gripping arm 2 extending from the fixed arm 1 can be increased, and the fixed arm 1 and the gripping arm 2 can be locked by the locking piece 3, thereby enabling the food to be picked up from the deeper container. For another example, depending on the size of the food, the distance of the two gripping arms 2 extending from the fixed arm 1 can be precisely adjusted to two states with one long and one short, so as to cope with containers of various sizes. The gripping arm 2 with a longer distance extending from the fixed arm 1 can reach into the bottom of containers such as deep pots and tall cans to pick up food, while the gripping arm 2 with a shorter distance extending from the fixed arm 1 can be used to grip from above, avoiding the "can't reach" problem caused by the insufficient length of the traditional symmetrical gripping arms 2, and improving the convenience of operation.

[0038] This adjustable food clamp allows for multi-level adjustment by adjusting the sliding distance between the clamping arm 2 and the fixed arm 1, and then locking the fixed arm 1 and clamping arm 2 together with the locking element 3. The length of the clamping arm can be adjusted according to the precision of the target object, allowing users to flexibly control the opening angle and clamping force of the clamping arm according to specific usage scenarios. This greatly expands the applicability of the food clamp, improves convenience, safety, and user experience, and meets diverse food processing needs. Furthermore, the distance the clamping arm 2 extends beyond the fixed arm 1 can be adjusted simply by pushing and pulling the clamping arm 2 along with the fixed part 11; extension and retraction are achieved without pressing any auxiliary buttons, making the entire retraction process simple and easy to operate.

[0039] like Figure 5 and 6 As shown, the fixing part 11 is provided with a sliding groove 111, and the end of the clamping arm 2 away from the free end is provided with a slider 21 that is adapted to the sliding groove 111; both sides of the sliding groove 111 are provided with slides 112, and the slider 21 is provided with a protrusion 211 that is adapted to the slides 112, and the protrusion 211 is slidably connected in the slides 112.

[0040] In this embodiment, slides 112 are provided on both sides of the slide groove 111, and the slider 21 is provided with a protrusion 211 that matches the slide groove 112. The clamping arm 2 is slidably connected to the fixing part 11 by the protrusion 211 slidingly connected to the slide groove 112. The slide groove 112 also limits the protrusion 211, which can effectively prevent the clamping arm 2 from detaching from the fixing part 11.

[0041] like Figure 3 and 4 As shown, the locking member 3 is disposed at the free end of the fixed arm 1 and is detachably connected to the fixed part 11.

[0042] In this embodiment, the locking member 3 is detachably disposed at the free end of the fixed arm 1, which plays a limiting role on the clamping arm 2, and effectively prevents the clamping arm 2 from sliding out of the fixed arm 1 when adjusting the clamping arm.

[0043] like Figure 6 As shown, the limiting unit 22 includes a plurality of limiting grooves 221 formed along the length direction of the clamping arm 2.

[0044] In this embodiment, the limiting unit 22 includes a plurality of limiting grooves 221 opened along the length direction of the clamping arm 2. The plurality of limiting grooves 221 form multiple positions, and the clamping arm 2 can achieve self-locking at several positions, so as to facilitate the adjustment of the distance of the clamping arm 2 extending out of the fixed arm 1, so as to achieve the clamping of food in containers of different depths.

[0045] like Figure 5-7 As shown, the locking member 3 includes a snap-fit ​​part 31 and a limiting part 32 connected to each other; the snap-fit ​​part 31 has a snap-fit ​​block 311, and the fixing part 11 is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove 113, and the snap-fit ​​block 311 snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove 113; the limiting part 32 has a limiting block 321, and the limiting block 321 is selectively snapped into one of the plurality of limiting grooves 221.

[0046] In this embodiment, the locking member 3 is installed at the fixed end. Specifically, the snap-fit ​​part 31 is located at the end of the slide groove 111. Since the fixed part 11 is provided with a slot 113, the snap-fit ​​part 31 snaps into the slot 113 of the fixed part 11, thereby fixing the locking member 3 to the end of the slide groove 111. The limiting part 32 has a limiting block 321. The clamping arm 2 has several limiting grooves 221 that are adapted to the limiting block 321 on the side near the fixed arm 1. The limiting block 321 is selectively snapped into one of the limiting grooves 221. After the clamping arm 2 is pushed to slide along the slide groove 111 of the fixed arm 1 until the distance of the clamping arm 2 extending from the fixed arm 1 is suitable for use, press the clamping arm 2 to make the limiting block 321 on the limiting part 32 fall completely into one of the limiting grooves 221 on the clamping arm 2. The limiting block 321 effectively limits the limiting grooves 221. In this way, the locking member 3 limits the clamping arm 2 and realizes the self-locking function. That is to say, the clamping arm 2 is locked by the limiting member to prevent the clamping arm 2 from moving when clamping food. When it is necessary to adjust the distance of the clamping arm 2 extending from the fixed arm 1, simply pull the clamping arm 2 outward with a little force so that the limiting block 321 slides out of the limiting grooves 221, and the clamping arm 2 can be pushed. Moreover, when the limiting block 321 moves in the limiting grooves 221, it will make a clicking sound, so that the user knows that the limiting block 321 is moving, thereby improving the user interaction experience.

[0047] Furthermore, since the locking part 31 is located at the end of the slide groove 111, it is locked into the slot 113 of the fixing part 11 by the locking part 31 locking block 311, thereby fixing the locking member 3 to the end of the slide groove 111. When the adjustable food clip needs to be assembled, first, the protrusion 211 of the clamping arm 2 is inserted into the slide 112 of the fixing part 11, and then the locking part 31 of the locking member 3 is inserted into the slide groove 111 until the locking block 311 of the locking part 31 is locked into the slot 113 of the fixing part 11, thus completing the installation of the clamping arm 2 and the fixing part 11. The installation is simple and quick. When disassembly is required, simply push the locking block 311 of the locking part 31 into the slot 113 of the fixing part 11, then push the locking part 31 out of the slide groove 111, and finally push out the clamping arm 2, thus completing the disassembly of the adjustable food clip. This greatly facilitates the cleaning after disassembly of the adjustable food clip and makes it convenient for replacement and maintenance.

[0048] like Figure 5 and 6 As shown, the openings of the plurality of limiting grooves 221 are provided with arc surfaces, and the limiting block 321 is provided with rounded corners.

[0049] In this embodiment, the openings of several limiting grooves 221 are provided with arc surfaces, and the limiting block 321 is provided with rounded corners, which facilitates the limiting block 321 to be inserted into several limiting grooves 221. When it is necessary to adjust the distance of the clamping arm 2 extending out of the fixed arm 1, only a slight push is needed on the clamping arm 2, and the limiting block 321 can be inserted into the other several limiting grooves 221, which greatly facilitates the adjustment of the distance of the clamping arm 2 extending out of the fixed arm 1.

[0050] It should be noted that the limiting block 321 has an elastic effect, which can easily achieve compression or extension. Similarly, the locking block 311 also has an elastic effect, which enables the locking block 311 and the slot 113 to be detachable.

[0051] like Figure 3 As shown, the clamping arm 2 includes a connecting part 23 and a clamping part 24 disposed at one end of the connecting part 23. The connecting part 23 is provided with the slider 21, and the clamping part 24 is detachably provided with a silicone sleeve 241. The silicone sleeve 241 is provided with an arc groove 242, and the periphery of the clamping part 24 is engaged in the arc groove 242. The silicone sleeve 241 is provided with a plurality of anti-slip blocks 243, and the plurality of anti-slip blocks 243 are evenly arranged on the periphery of the silicone sleeve 241.

[0052] The main material of the food clip in this invention is preferably nylon, but it is not limited to nylon. It can also be stainless steel, plastic, or other materials, all of which are within the scope of protection of this patent.

[0053] In this utility model, the silicone sleeve 241 can be glued to the clamping part or it can be designed as an integral piece.

[0054] In this embodiment, a silicone sleeve 241 is provided on the clamping part 24. Specifically, an arc groove 242 is provided on the sleeve, and the periphery of the clamping part 24 is engaged in the arc groove 242 to realize the silicone sleeve 241 being fitted onto the clamping part 24. Several anti-slip blocks 243 are evenly arranged on the periphery of the silicone sleeve 241. In this way, the friction is greater when clamping things, and it is not easy to slip. For example, it is more secure to clamp noodles, meatballs, fruits, ice cubes, etc.

[0055] like Figure 5 As shown, a stop 114 is provided on the side of the fixing part 11 away from the clamping arm 2, and a clamping area 115 is formed between the two fixing parts 11, with the stop 114 located in the clamping area 115.

[0056] In this embodiment, a stop 114 is provided on the side of the fixing part 11 away from the clamping arm 2. The stop 114 is located at the end of the fixing arm 1 near the free end. The stop 114 is located at the clamping area 115 formed by the two fixing parts 11. When the two fixing parts 11 are clamped with force, the stop 114 can effectively prevent the two fixing parts 11 from colliding together, thus providing good protection for the fixing arm 1.

[0057] like Figure 5 As shown, a hanging ring 12 is provided on the fixed arm 1, and the hanging ring 12 is used to suspend the adjustable food clip.

[0058] In this embodiment, by providing a hanging ring 12 on the fixed arm 1, when it is not necessary to use the food clamp, the adjustable food clamp can be hung on a wall hook or other hanging device through the hanging ring 12, so that the adjustable food clamp can be stored on the wall, which makes it more convenient to store the adjustable food clamp.

[0059] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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 the scope of protection of this utility model. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself.

[0060] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0061] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore cannot be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0062] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An adjustable food clip, characterized in that, include: Fixed arm (1), the fixed arm (1) having two opposite fixed parts (11) that can clamp each other; Two clamping arms (2), each clamping arm (2) corresponds to one of the two fixing parts (11), and is slidably disposed on the corresponding fixing part (11). The clamping arms (2) can move along the length direction of the fixing part (11) to adjust the total length of the food clamp. A locking element (3) is provided on the fixing part (11), and a limiting unit (22) that cooperates with the locking element (3) is provided on the clamping arm (2); by the cooperation of the locking element (3) and the limiting unit (22), the fixing arm (1) and the clamping arm (2) are locked and fixed.

2. The adjustable food clip according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing part (11) is provided with a sliding groove (111), and the end of the clamping arm (2) away from the free end is provided with a slider (21) adapted to the sliding groove (111); both sides of the sliding groove (111) are provided with slides (112), and the slider (21) is provided with a protrusion (211) adapted to the slide (112), and the protrusion (211) is slidably connected in the slide (112).

3. The adjustable food clip according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The locking member (3) is disposed at the free end of the fixed arm (1) and is detachably connected to the fixing part (11).

4. The adjustable food clip according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting unit (22) includes a plurality of limiting grooves (221) opened along the length direction of the clamping arm (2).

5. The adjustable food clip according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking member (3) includes a snap-fit ​​part (31) and a limiting part (32) connected to each other; the snap-fit ​​part (31) has a snap-fit ​​block (311), the fixing part (11) has a snap-fit ​​groove (113), the snap-fit ​​block (311) is snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove (113), and the limiting part (32) has a limiting block (321), one of the limiting blocks (321) is snapped into one of the limiting grooves (221).

6. The adjustable food clip according to claim 5, characterized in that, The openings of the plurality of limiting grooves (221) are provided with arc surfaces, and the limiting blocks (321) are provided with rounded corners.

7. The adjustable food clip according to claim 2, characterized in that, The clamping arm (2) includes a connecting part (23) and a clamping part (24) disposed at one end of the connecting part (23). The connecting part (23) is provided with the slider (21), and the clamping part (24) is provided with a silicone sleeve (241).

8. The adjustable food clip according to claim 7, characterized in that, The silicone sleeve (241) is provided with an arc groove (242), and the periphery of the clamping part (24) is engaged in the arc groove (242).

9. The adjustable food clip according to claim 7, characterized in that, The silicone sleeve (241) is provided with a plurality of anti-slip blocks (243), and the plurality of anti-slip blocks (243) are evenly arranged on the periphery of the silicone sleeve (241).

10. The adjustable food clip according to claim 6, characterized in that, A stop (114) is provided on the side of the fixing part (11) away from the clamping arm (2), and a clamping area (115) is formed between the two fixing parts (11), with the stop (114) located in the clamping area (115).

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