An ice cube tray

Abstract

This utility model relates to an ice cube tray, characterized in that it includes: a box body, in which multiple ice cube trays are disposed, the ice cube trays being used to make ice cubes; a lid, the lid being disposed above the box body, forming a receiving cavity with the box body; the lid having an opening, and adjusting the position of the ice cube tray so that the opening is used to fill the ice cube tray with water when it is in a horizontal state, and to drain water when the opening is in a vertical state; a preset volume is defined as the volume of the portion of the receiving cavity below the opening when the opening is in a vertical state; when the amount of water filled in the receiving cavity exceeds the preset volume, and the opening is adjusted to the vertical state, only the portion of water exceeding the preset volume in the receiving cavity is drained from the opening, the volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays is 0.75-1.0, solving the problem that existing ice cube trays cannot accurately pour out the portion of water exceeding the scale line once the amount of water filled exceeds the scale line.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice-making tools, and in particular to an ice tray. Background Technology

[0002] Existing ice cube trays typically have markings on the tray to indicate the required water volume, with the water inlet located on the side furthest from the markings. However, the applicant has discovered that once the water volume exceeds the markings, existing ice cube trays cannot accurately pour out the excess water, making operation inconvenient and resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0004] This utility model mainly addresses the shortcomings of the existing technology, specifically relating to an ice cube tray that solves the problem that once the water level in the existing ice cube tray exceeds the mark, it is impossible to accurately pour out the portion of water exceeding the mark.

[0005] (II) Technical Solution

[0006] This utility model relates to an ice cube tray, characterized in that it comprises: a box body, wherein multiple ice cube trays are disposed within the box body for making ice cubes; a lid, wherein the lid is disposed above the box body and together with the box body forms a receiving cavity; the lid has an opening, and when the position of the ice cube tray is adjusted such that the opening is used to fill the ice cube tray with water when it is in a horizontal state, and to drain water when the opening is in a vertical state; a preset volume is defined as the volume of the portion of the receiving cavity below the opening when the opening is in a vertical state; when the amount of water filled into the receiving cavity exceeds the preset volume, and the opening is adjusted to the vertical state, only the portion of water exceeding the preset volume in the receiving cavity is drained from the opening, and the volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays is 0.75-1.0.

[0007] The beneficial effect is that multiple ice cube trays are placed inside the ice cube tray, and each tray has an opening. The position of the ice cube tray can be adjusted so that the opening is horizontal or vertical. The horizontal position is used to fill the ice cube tray with water, and the vertical position is used to drain water. When using the ice cube tray, the user first fills the container with water that is significantly more than the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cubes. Since the volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cubes is 0.75-1.0, and the preset volume is the volume of the container below the opening when the opening is vertical, adjusting the ice cube tray to the vertical position allows only the portion of water exceeding the preset volume to be drained directly from the opening. This design eliminates the need for users to constantly monitor the water level to ensure it does not exceed the preset volume when filling the ice cube tray. When the water volume significantly exceeds the sum of the volumes of all the ice cubes, simply adjusting the opening to the vertical position allows the excess water to be drained, making it more convenient and improving the user experience.

[0008] In one alternative embodiment, a cover plate is provided on the opening, the cover plate being used to close and open the opening; and / or, an adjustment component is provided at the opening, the adjustment component being able to close part of the opening, thereby adjusting the volume ratio of a preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays.

[0009] The advantage is that by installing a cover on the opening, external dust and other contaminants can be effectively prevented from polluting the receiving cavity, keeping the cavity clean and making it more convenient for users to use.

[0010] In one alternative embodiment, a protrusion is provided between adjacent ice trays to separate the ice trays and prevent the ice cubes in each ice tray from sticking together during ice making; and / or, the ice tray box further includes a water inlet located on the side away from the opening.

[0011] The advantage is that it prevents ice cubes in adjacent ice trays from sticking together, and users do not need to further process the prepared ice cubes; they can use the ice cubes directly, simplifying the usage steps and making it more convenient for users.

[0012] In one optional embodiment, the lid is disposed on top of the box body and is separate from the box body; and / or, the lid is made of a transparent material.

[0013] The advantages are that ice cubes can be quickly removed from the ice tray, and the compartment is easy to clean, making the ice tray more convenient to use.

[0014] In one optional embodiment, the connection between the box body and the lid is made of silicone, and the connection between the lid and the box body is made of plastic.

[0015] The advantage is that after the lid is connected to the box body, the connecting part of the lid fits tightly with the corresponding part of the box body, resulting in a better seal and effectively preventing water in the container from overflowing from the connection part.

[0016] In one optional embodiment, the ice cube tray further includes a frame, which is circumferentially disposed around the box body, and the frame has at least one connecting groove on each of its opposite sides; the box body has a knob on at least one of its opposite sides, the knob part passing through the connecting groove and connected to the box body, the knob driving the box body to rotate relative to the axis of the connecting groove, and the rotation angle is at least 90°, so that the ice cubes detach from the ice cube tray under the action of gravity.

[0017] The advantage is that the knob passes through the connecting groove and connects to the box body, which can drive the box body to rotate relative to the connecting groove. Rotating the knob causes the box body to flip, so that the ice cubes are released from the ice tray under the action of gravity, making it convenient for users to take out the ice cubes after making ice, thus making it more convenient for users.

[0018] In one alternative implementation, the knob is integrally formed with the housing or is detachably connected.

[0019] The advantages are that reducing the number of parts makes inventory management easier, and on the other hand, each part can be produced using only one set of molds, saving mold costs and thus reducing production costs.

[0020] In one optional embodiment, there are two knobs, respectively located on opposite sides of the box. When the knobs are rotated in the opposite direction, the ice tray inside the box deforms, thereby separating the ice from the part connected to the ice tray.

[0021] The advantage is that by setting two knobs on both sides of the box, rotating the knobs in opposite directions causes the ice tray to deform, making it easier and faster to separate the ice cubes from the ice tray, thus making it more convenient for users.

[0022] In an optional embodiment, an ice storage box is also included, and the lid can be placed on the ice storage box to form an ice container cavity.

[0023] The advantage is that it makes it easier to collect the finished ice cubes.

[0024] In some embodiments, the ice storage box is provided with a drawer portion, which is slidably connected to the ice storage box.

[0025] The advantage is that when ice is needed, the drawer can be pulled out of the ice storage box by pulling out the handle, making it convenient for users to take out the ice. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the ice cube tray according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the opening of the ice cube tray in a horizontal position according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the opening of the ice tray in a vertical position according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0030] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the ice cube tray according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0033] 10. Box body; 101. Ice tray; 102. Raised surface;

[0034] 20. Box lid; 201. Opening; 202. Cover plate;

[0035] 30. Receiving cavity;

[0036] 40. Frame; 401. Connecting groove;

[0037] 50. Knob; 501. Connecting rod;

[0038] 60. Ice storage box; 601. Ice cube receiving cavity; 602. Drawer section; 603. Handle Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0040] The following description of an embodiment of the ice cube tray of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings shows that only the portion of water exceeding the preset volume in the receiving cavity 30 can be discharged from the opening 201, making the ice cube tray convenient to use.

[0041] According to the appendix Figure 1-4 As shown, this utility model embodiment relates to an ice cube tray, comprising: a box body 10, with multiple ice cube trays 101 disposed inside the box body 10, the ice cube trays 101 being used to make ice cubes; a box lid 20, the box lid 20 being disposed above the box body 10, forming a receiving cavity 30 with the box body 10; the box lid 20 having an opening 201, and adjusting the position of the ice cube tray so that the opening 201 is in a horizontal state for filling the ice cube tray with water, and in a vertical state for draining water; a preset volume is defined as the volume of the portion of the receiving cavity 30 below the opening 201 when the opening 201 is in a vertical state; when the amount of water filled into the receiving cavity 30 exceeds the preset volume, and the opening 201 is adjusted to a vertical state, only the portion of water exceeding the preset volume in the receiving cavity 30 is drained from the opening 201, wherein the volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays 201 is 0.75-1.0.

[0042] The ice cube tray is a tool used to make ice cubes. When using the ice cube tray to make ice cubes, the user first pours clean water into the ice cube tray cavity 30, so that the clean water enters each ice cube 101 in the ice cube tray. Then, the ice cube tray is placed in the refrigerator to freeze, and the ice cubes are made.

[0043] Specifically, the ice cube tray includes a body 10, which is a container for holding ice cube trays 101. The body 10 can be rectangular, circular, triangular, or other shapes. It contains multiple ice cube trays 101, and the shape of each ice cube tray 101 can be freely set as needed. They can be the same shape or different shapes. A lid 20 is provided on the top of the body 10. The lid 20 can be integrally formed with the body 10 or it can be separate. The shape of the lid 20 and the body 10 can be the same or different, as long as the lid 20 can cover the part of the body 10 where the multiple ice cube trays 101 are located and form a receiving cavity 30 with the part of the multiple ice cube trays 101. The lid 20 has an opening 201, which is connected to the receiving cavity 30. This allows the user to pour water into the receiving cavity 30 through the opening 201, which then flows into the multiple ice cube trays 101. The ice cube tray is then placed in the freezer to freeze, thus completing the ice cube making process.

[0044] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, the position of the ice cube tray can be adjusted so that the opening 201 is horizontal. At this point, the user can pour water into the receiving cavity 30 of the ice cube tray through the opening 201, allowing clean water to flow into each ice cube tray 101. Figure 3The ice cube tray can also be adjusted so that the opening 201 is vertical. In this case, the user can drain only the excess water in the ice cube tray through the opening 201. The excess water refers to the water that exceeds the preset volume. Thus, when the user first fills the ice cube tray cavity 30 with water that significantly exceeds the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays 101, and then adjusts the ice cube tray so that the opening 201 is vertical, the excess water in the cavity 30 can be drained directly through the opening 201. This design eliminates the need for the user to constantly monitor the water level to avoid exceeding the preset volume. When the water level significantly exceeds the sum of the volumes of all the ice cube trays 101, simply adjusting the opening 201 to a vertical position will drain the excess water, making it more convenient and improving the user experience.

[0045] It should be noted that when the opening 201 is in a horizontal state, it is used to inject water into the ice cube tray cavity 30. This only indicates that when the opening 201 is in a horizontal state, clean water can be injected into the ice cube tray cavity 30 through the opening 201. It does not mean that the ice cube tray can only be filled with water through the opening 201. The ice cube tray can also be equipped with a second opening 201 to inject water into the cavity 30. Similarly, it does not mean that the ice cube tray can only be filled with water when the opening 201 is in a horizontal state. The ice cube tray can also be filled with water into the cavity 30 when the opening 201 is in an inclined state.

[0046] It should be noted that when the position of the ice cube tray is adjusted so that the opening 201 is in a vertical position, the volume of the portion of the receiving cavity 30 below the opening 201 is a preset volume. The ratio of this preset volume to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays 201 is 0.75-1.0. In other words, the ratio of the volume of the portion of the receiving cavity 30 below the opening 201 to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays 101 is 0.75-1.0. Thus, different opening 201 positions can be set according to different needs. Since water expands when it freezes into ice, and based on the physical properties of water and ice, the density of water is 1 g / cm³. 3 The density of ice is approximately 0.92 g / cm³. 3Therefore, when making a complete ice cube, the opening is set at a ratio of 0.92 between the preset volume and the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays. At this point, the water level in each ice cube tray is 92%, resulting in a complete ice cube when it freezes. When making a small ice cube, the opening is set at a ratio of 0.75 between the preset volume and the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays. At this point, the water level in each ice cube tray is lower, resulting in a smaller ice cube. When making a larger ice cube, the opening is set at a ratio of 1.0 between the preset volume and the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays. At this point, each ice cube tray is completely filled with water, resulting in the largest ice cube when it freezes. In real life, by setting different opening positions, the ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays can be different, thus allowing the production of ice cubes of different sizes as needed. For example, the ratio can be set to 0.8, 0.85, 0.9, 0.95, etc., to meet the personalized needs of different users.

[0047] It should be noted that the vertical position of opening 201 is not limited to the attached Figure 3 The form shown can also be that one side of the long side of the ice cube tray is placed on the contact surface. Of course, there are different placement forms depending on the shape of the ice cube tray. As long as the opening 201 is in a vertical state, this utility model embodiment does not limit this.

[0048] It should be noted that, as Figure 3 As shown, the volume of the accommodating cavity 30 below the opening 201 refers to the volume below the plane where the lowest point of the opening 201 is parallel to the horizontal plane when the opening 201 is in a vertical state. When the opening 201 is rectangular, the volume below the opening 201 refers to the volume below the plane where the lowest point of the opening 201 is located. When the opening 201 is circular or arc-shaped, the volume below the opening 201 refers to the volume below the plane where its lowest tangent is parallel to the horizontal plane. Similarly, if the ice tray 101 is included below the opening 201, the volume of the accommodating cavity 30 below the opening 201 is also included in the volume of the ice tray 101 below the opening 201.

[0049] like Figure 3 As shown, in an optional embodiment, a cover plate 202 is provided on the opening 201, the cover plate 202 being used to close and open the opening 201; and / or, an adjustment component (not shown in the figure) is provided at the opening, the adjustment component being able to close part of the opening 201, thereby adjusting the volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays.

[0050] like Figure 4As shown, a cover plate 202 is further provided on the opening 201. When water needs to be added or drained, the cover plate 202 is opened to connect the ice cube tray cavity 30 to the outside. When making ice or storing, the cover plate 202 is closed to isolate the ice cube tray cavity 30 from the outside, so as to avoid external dust and other contaminants from polluting the cavity 30. The cover plate 202 and the box body 10 can be rotatably connected, slidably connected, or snap-fit ​​connected, as long as the cover plate 202 can be closed and the opening 201 can be opened. It can be seen that providing a cover plate 202 on the opening 201 can effectively prevent external dust and other contaminants from polluting the cavity 30, keep the cavity 30 clean, and make it more convenient for users to use.

[0051] Furthermore, the adjustment component includes a switch (not shown in the figure) and a baffle (not shown in the figure). Specifically, the baffle is disposed on the opening 201 and can partially cover the opening 201. The other end of the baffle is connected to the switch. Moving the switch can cause the baffle to close and open part of the opening 201, thereby adjusting the ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays 201. For example, if the baffle is set when the volume ratio of the opening 201 to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays 101 is between 0.75 and 0.92, moving the switch will cause the baffle to close part of the opening 201, causing the lowest point of the opening 201 to move upward. The volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of the multiple ice cube trays 101 is 0.92. Moving the switch will cause the baffle to close part of the opening 201. The movable baffle opens part of the opening 201, causing the lowest point of the opening 201 to move downwards. The volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays 101 is 0.75. Similarly, an adjustment component can be set between other ratios, such as 0.92-0.95 or 0.95-1.0. In this way, users can toggle the switch to close or open part of the opening 201 according to the size of the ice cubes they want to make, so that the ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays 101 is different, thereby making ice cubes of different sizes, further meeting the user's personalized needs and improving the user experience.

[0052] It should be noted that the adjustment component may also include only a baffle. The baffle may be rotatably mounted on the opening 201 or slidably mounted on the opening 201, as long as it can close and open part of the opening 201. This embodiment does not limit this. The user can directly move the baffle to close and open part of the opening, change the lowest point of the opening, thereby changing the size of the preset volume, that is, adjusting the volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays, so that ice cubes of different sizes can be made according to needs.

[0053] like Figure 1As shown, in an optional embodiment, a protrusion 102 is provided between the adjacent ice trays 101 to separate each ice tray 101, so as to prevent the ice cubes in each ice tray 101 from sticking together during ice making; and / or, the ice tray box also includes a water inlet, which is located on the side away from the opening 201.

[0054] Specifically, multiple ice trays 101 are provided in the ice tray container cavity 30, and a protrusion 102 is provided between two adjacent ice trays 101. The protrusion 102 can separate the ice trays 101. In this way, after the ice cubes are made, the ice cubes in adjacent ice trays 101 can be prevented from sticking together. Users do not need to further process the made ice cubes and can use the ice cubes directly, which simplifies the usage steps and further facilitates the use of users.

[0055] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, the ice cube tray also includes a water inlet (not shown), which is located on the side away from the opening 201. It should be noted that the side away from the opening 201 means that when the ice cube tray is adjusted so that the opening 201 is in a vertical position, the side away from the ice cube tray is the side above the opening 201, that is, the side where the volume of the receiving cavity 30 is greater than the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays. In use, the ice cube tray is adjusted so that the opening 201 is in a vertical position, and then clean water is injected into the receiving cavity 30 through the water inlet. When clean water flows out of the opening 201, it indicates that the water filling can be stopped.

[0056] like Figure 1 As shown, in one optional embodiment, the lid 20 is disposed above the box body 10 and is separate from the box body 10; and / or, the lid 20 is made of transparent material.

[0057] Specifically, the lid 20 is positioned above the body 10 and is separate from the body 10. This separation allows for two main advantages: firstly, after ice making, the lid 20 can be removed to quickly empty the ice cubes from the ice tray 101; secondly, after prolonged use, stains inevitably accumulate inside the ice tray's cavity 30. In this case, the lid 20 can be removed to directly clean the inside of the cavity 30 and the ice tray 101. Therefore, separating the lid 20 from the body 10 not only allows for quick removal of the ice cubes from the ice tray 101 but also facilitates cleaning of the cavity 30, making the ice tray more convenient to use.

[0058] Furthermore, the lid 20 is made of transparent material, allowing users to observe the water intake of the ice tray 101 in the container cavity 30 at any time during water filling. After ice making is completed, the user can observe the ice formation in the ice tray 101, greatly facilitating user use.

[0059] In one optional embodiment, the connection between the box body 10 and the box cover 20 is made of silicone, and the connection between the box cover 20 and the box body 10 is made of plastic.

[0060] Specifically, the part connecting the box body 10 and the lid 20 is made of silicone, and the corresponding part of the lid 20 is made of plastic. Since silicone has excellent flexibility and elasticity, while plastic has higher toughness and hardness than silicone, the elasticity of the silicone not only makes it easier for the lid 20 to be placed on the box body 10, but also ensures that the connecting part of the lid 20 and the corresponding part of the box body 10 fit tightly and seal better after they are connected, which can effectively prevent the water in the receiving cavity 30 from overflowing from the connecting part.

[0061] like Figure 5 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the system further includes a frame 40, which is circumferentially disposed around the box 10, and the frame 40 has at least one connecting groove 401 on each of its opposite sides; the box 10 has a knob 50 on at least one of its opposite sides, the knob 50 passing through the connecting groove 401 and connected to the box 10, the knob 50 causing the box 10 to rotate relative to the axis of the connecting groove 401, and the rotation angle is at least 90°, so that the ice cubes detach from the ice tray 101 under the action of gravity.

[0062] Specifically, the ice cube tray also includes a frame 40, which fits around the box body 10. The frame 40 has at least one connecting groove 401 on each of its opposite sides. The box body 10 has at least one knob 50 corresponding to the connecting groove 401. The knob 50 passes through the connecting groove 401 and connects to the box body 10, allowing the box body 10 to rotate relative to the connecting groove 401. After ice making is complete, the lid 20 is removed first, and then the knob 50 is turned, causing the box body 10 to rotate. When the rotation angle exceeds 90°, the ice cubes inside the ice cube tray 101 begin to fall out under gravity. The greater the rotation angle, the better the ice removal effect. When the box body 10 rotates to 180°, the ice cubes in the ice tray 101 are more likely to fall out of the ice tray 101. By setting a knob 50 on one side of the box body 10 and setting a frame 40 in the circumferential direction, and setting a connecting groove 401 in the frame 40, the knob 50 passes through the connecting groove 401 and connects to the box body 10, which can drive the box body 10 to rotate relative to the connecting groove 401. Rotating the knob 50 causes the box body 10 to flip, so that the ice cubes are released from the ice tray 101 under the action of gravity, making it convenient for users to take out the ice cubes after making ice, thus making it convenient for users.

[0063] It should be noted that in this embodiment, at least one connecting groove 401 is provided on the opposite sides of the frame 40. This means that at least one set of connecting grooves 401 is provided on the opposite sides of the frame 40. The connecting grooves 401 can be set as connecting holes, notches, or other shapes, as long as the knob 50 can pass through the connecting grooves 401 and connect to the box 10.

[0064] like Figure 5 As shown, in one alternative embodiment, the knob 50 is integrally formed with or detachably connected to the housing 10.

[0065] Specifically, the knob 50 can be integrally formed with the box body 10, so that the two can be set as one part. On the one hand, this reduces the number of parts and facilitates inventory management. On the other hand, one part only needs to be produced using one set of molds, saving mold costs and thus reducing production costs.

[0066] The knob 50 can also be set separately from the box 10, and the two can be detached and connected. This setting can facilitate assembly during production and break down a large part into multiple small parts, reducing the difficulty of making part product molds.

[0067] It should be noted that the knob 50 includes a body and a connecting rod 501. The knob 50 is connected to the box body 10 through the connecting rod 501. The connecting rod 501 passes through the connecting groove 401 and is connected to the box body 10. It can rotate in the connecting groove 401, thereby causing the knob 50 to drive the box body 10 to rotate relative to the connecting groove 401.

[0068] like Figure 5 As shown, in an optional embodiment, there are two knobs 50, which are respectively located on opposite sides of the box body 10. When the knobs 50 are rotated in the opposite direction, the ice tray 101 inside the box body 10 is deformed to separate the ice cubes from the part connected to the ice tray 101.

[0069] Specifically, there are two knobs 50 located on opposite sides of the box 10, connected to the box 10 via the connecting groove 401. When the ice is made, the water freezes, increasing its volume and filling the entire ice tray 101, tightly connecting to the bottom and side walls of the ice tray 101. Simply flipping the ice tray over is insufficient to separate all the ice from the ice tray 101 by gravity. At this point, both knobs 50 can be operated with both hands, rotating one knob 50 clockwise and the other counterclockwise, causing deformation of the ice tray 101 inside the box. This loosens the connection between the ice and the side and bottom walls of the ice tray 101. Then, the knobs can be operated... When knobs 50 are rotated in the same direction, the box body 10 is rotated until the opening 201 of the box body 10 faces downwards. Since the connection between the ice cube and the ice tray 101 has loosened and is no longer tightly connected, the ice cube detaches from the ice tray 101 under the action of gravity. Alternatively, knobs 50 can be rotated in the same direction first to rotate the box body 10 until the opening 201 of the box body 10 faces downwards, and then knobs 50 can be rotated in the opposite direction to separate the ice cube from the ice tray 101. It can be seen that by setting two knobs 50, distributed on both sides of the box body 10, and operating knobs 50 to rotate in opposite directions, the ice tray 101 is deformed, which makes it easier and faster to separate the ice cube from the ice tray 101, thus making it more convenient for users.

[0070] It should be noted that the materials of the box body 10 and the ice tray 101 can be set to materials that can deform and automatically recover, such as plastic, silicone, rubber, etc. Of course, the two materials can be the same or different, and this embodiment does not limit this.

[0071] like Figure 5 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the ice tray further includes an ice storage box 60, and the lid 20 can be placed on the ice storage box 60 to form an ice cube receiving cavity 601.

[0072] Specifically, the ice cube tray body 10 also includes an ice storage box 60 below it, with a lid 20 covering the ice storage box 60 to form a closed ice cube holding cavity 601. The lid 20 can fit both the body 10 and the ice storage box 60. After the ice cubes are made, place the body 10 on top of the ice storage box 60, flip the body 10 so that the opening 201 of the body 10 faces downward, press the bottom side of the ice cube tray 101 or turn the knob 50 to separate the ice cubes from the ice cube tray 101 and let them fall into the ice storage box 60. At this time, the body 10 can be removed for storage, and then the lid 20 can be placed on top of the ice storage box 60 to form the ice cube holding cavity 601. Alternatively, the body 10 can be left in place and the lid 20 can be placed directly on top of the body 10. It can be seen that the ice storage box 60 makes it more convenient to collect the made ice cubes.

[0073] It should be noted that when the ice storage box 60 is not filled with ice, ice shovels and other related tools can be placed in the ice storage box 60, which effectively saves storage space of the ice box.

[0074] like Figure 5 As shown, in an optional embodiment, an ice storage box 60 is provided with a drawer portion 602, which is slidably connected to the ice storage box 60.

[0075] Specifically, when the ice cubes made in the ice tray 101 fall into the ice storage box 60, that is, into the drawer section 602, when the ice cubes are needed, the drawer section 602 can be removed from the ice storage box 60 by pulling out the handle 603, so that the user can easily take out the ice cubes.

[0076] It should be noted that a sliding block is provided at the bottom of the drawer 602, which can slide back and forth relative to the bottom surface of the ice storage box 60. The bottom surface of the ice storage box 60 is set in a "U" shape with higher sides and a lower middle in the direction of the sliding block movement, to prevent the drawer 602 from automatically sliding out of the ice storage box 60 when storing. In addition, the height of the drawer 602 is less than the height of the ice storage box 60, so as to facilitate the user to take out the ice cubes in the drawer 602.

[0077] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An ice cube tray, characterized in that, include: A box body, wherein multiple ice trays are provided inside the box body, and the ice trays are used to make ice cubes; A lid, which is located above the box body and forms a receiving cavity with the box body; The lid has an opening, and the position of the ice cube tray is adjusted so that when the opening is horizontal, it is used to fill the ice cube tray with water, and when the opening is vertical, it is used to drain water. The volume of the cavity below the opening is defined as the preset volume when the opening is in a vertical position. When the water volume in the receiving cavity exceeds the preset volume, and the opening is adjusted to a vertical position, only the portion of clean water exceeding the preset volume in the receiving cavity is discharged from the opening. The volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice trays is 0.75-1.

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2. The ice cube tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, A cover plate is provided on the opening, and the cover plate is used to close and open the opening; And / or, an adjustment component is provided at the opening, which can close part of the opening, thereby adjusting the volume ratio of the preset volume to the sum of the volumes of multiple ice cube trays.

3. The ice cube tray according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjacent ice trays are provided with protrusions to separate each ice tray and prevent the ice blocks in each ice tray from sticking together during ice making. And / or, the ice cube tray further includes a water inlet located on a side away from the opening.

4. The ice cube tray according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The lid is positioned on top of the box body and is separate from the box body; And / or, the lid is made of a transparent material.

5. The ice cube tray according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connection between the box body and the lid is made of silicone, while the connection between the lid and the box body is made of plastic.

6. The ice cube tray according to claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a frame, which is circumferentially arranged around the box, and the frame has at least one connecting groove on each of its opposite sides; the box has a knob on at least one of its opposite sides, the knob part passes through the connecting groove and is connected to the box, the knob drives the box to rotate relative to the axis of the connecting groove, and the rotation angle is at least 90°, so that the ice cubes are released from the ice tray under the action of gravity.

7. The ice cube tray according to claim 6, characterized in that, The knob is either integrally formed with the box body or detachably connected.

8. The ice cube tray according to claim 6, characterized in that, The knob is provided in two parts, which are respectively located on opposite sides of the box. When the knob is rotated in the opposite direction, the ice tray inside the box is deformed, so as to separate the part connecting the ice cube to the ice tray.

9. The ice cube tray according to any one of claims 1-3, 5-8, characterized in that, It also includes an ice storage box, the lid of which is placed on the ice storage box to form an ice container cavity.

10. The ice cube tray according to claim 9, characterized in that, The ice storage box is provided with a drawer section, which is slidably connected to the ice storage box.

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