An ozone-sterilized tea drink machine

Abstract

This utility model discloses an ozone-disinfected tea beverage machine, belonging to the field of drinking water equipment. It includes a cabinet, a dispensing tank, a hand-drip device, and an ozone water rinsing system. The dispensing tank is connected to the cabinet, and the hand-drip device is located on the side of the cabinet near the cabinet. The ozone water rinsing system is connected to both the dispensing tank and the hand-drip device. The ozone water rinsing system includes an ozone generator, a water pump, a water storage tank, and pipes. One end of the water pump is connected to the water storage tank, and the other end of the water pump is connected to the inlet of the ozone generator. One end of the pipe is connected to the outlet of the ozone generator, and the other end of the pipe is connected to both the dispensing tank and the hand-drip device. The ozone generator and the water pump form an ozone water flow path through the pipes, covering the inside of the dispensing tank and the hand-drip device. It utilizes the strong oxidizing properties of ozone water to disinfect the internal pipes and external utensils. It is easy to use and operate, and has a strong disinfection effect with no residue.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drinking water equipment, specifically to an ozone-disinfected tea beverage machine. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing consumption of beverages such as milk tea, tea machines have become essential equipment for beverage preparation. However, their hygiene directly impacts beverage safety and consumer health. Existing tea machines generally rely on manual cleaning, but manual operation is insufficient to thoroughly clean the internal structure, especially the piping system. Long-term use leaves behind milk residue, sugar, and fruit pulp, which can easily breed pathogenic microorganisms such as E. coli and mold. Simultaneously, scale easily accumulates on the inner walls of the pipes, forming biofilms that not only cause machine blockages and malfunctions but also become a continuous source of contamination. Manual cleaning is time-consuming and cannot reach hard-to-reach areas, such as bends in the pipes. While external auxiliary cleaning devices can inject disinfectant, the unknown disinfectant components can leave residues inside the equipment, posing a risk of secondary contamination. More importantly, existing equipment lacks the ability to monitor the cleanliness of the internal pipes and record the disinfection process, making it impossible to trace the hygiene status and guarantee disinfection effectiveness. This hidden hygiene hazard poses a direct threat to beverage safety. Therefore, there is a need for a drinking water device that offers effective disinfection without residue and allows for easy monitoring of the internal pipe hygiene. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an ozone-disinfected tea beverage machine that solves the problems of easy residue from disinfection in existing drinking water equipment and difficulty in judging the hygiene of internal pipes.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] An ozone-disinfected tea beverage machine includes a housing, a dispensing container, a hand-drip device, and an ozone water rinsing system. The dispensing container is connected to the housing, and the hand-drip device is mounted on the housing near its side. The ozone water rinsing system is connected to both the dispensing container and the hand-drip device. The ozone water rinsing system includes an ozone generator, a water pump, a water storage tank, and pipes. One end of the water pump is connected to the water storage tank, and the other end is connected to the inlet of the ozone generator. One end of the pipes is connected to the outlet of the ozone generator, and the other end is connected to both the dispensing container and the hand-drip device. The ozone generator and the water pump form an ozone water flow path through the pipes, covering the interior of the dispensing container and the hand-drip device. The strong oxidizing properties of ozone water are used to disinfect the internal pipes and external appliances. The machine is easy to use and provides strong disinfection with no residue.

[0006] Furthermore, the dispensing tank includes a discharge nozzle and a first solenoid valve. The first solenoid valve is located at the connection between the dispensing tank and the pipeline. The discharge nozzle is located on the outer wall of the dispensing tank, which can input ozone water into the dispensing tank for disinfection, allowing it to be reused.

[0007] Furthermore, the hand-drip device includes a faucet, a water inlet, and a second solenoid valve. The faucet is connected to the pipe, the second solenoid valve is located at the connection between the faucet and the pipe, and the water inlet is located below the faucet. It can control the supply of ozone water to the faucet for disinfection of external utensils.

[0008] Furthermore, the box body is also provided with a double-layer material trough, which includes a first material trough layer and a second material trough layer. Both the first material trough layer and the second material trough layer are provided with multiple slots, and the upper end surfaces of the first material trough layer and the second material trough layer are inclined outward. The dispensing tank is located above the double-layer material trough, which can accommodate a large number of small material buckets to meet personalized usage needs.

[0009] Preferably, the hand-drip device further includes a storage cavity located above the faucet for temporarily placing teaware.

[0010] Preferably, the water storage tank is equipped with a liquid level sensor for monitoring water consumption.

[0011] Furthermore, the ozone water flushing system also includes a control board, which is electrically connected to the ozone generator and the water pump. The control board can control the generation and supply of ozone water and record the usage data of ozone water.

[0012] Preferably, the ozone generator is an electrolytic generator using boron-doped diamond electrodes, which has high electrolysis efficiency, no toxic byproducts, is safe to use, and has good disinfection effect.

[0013] Furthermore, multiple dispensing containers are detachably connected to the housing, and each dispensing container is individually connected to the pipeline, which can meet the needs of making tea with various ingredients.

[0014] Preferably, a door is provided on one side wall of the enclosure, and the ozone generator is detachably connected to the water pump and the pipeline for easy maintenance and cleaning.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] (1) The ozone-sterilized tea drink machine is equipped with an ozone generator. The ozone generator and the water pump form a directional ozone water flow path through the pipe, covering the inside of the dispensing tank and the pipe from the faucet of the hand-pour device to the water receiving tank. It utilizes the strong oxidizing properties of ozone water to actively decompose biofilm and efficiently kill microorganisms such as E. coli and mold. Compared with the limitations of physical wiping in existing manual cleaning and the risk of chemical residues from external disinfectants, this disinfection system achieves thorough cleaning of the inside of the pipes without dead corners, completely eliminating the blockage caused by milk stains or fruit residues, while avoiding the safety problem of chemical agents contaminating the beverage.

[0017] (2) The control board on this ozone-sterilized tea machine can control the generation of ozone water and receive data from the liquid level sensor to accurately regulate the concentration of ozone water and the duration of rinsing the internal pipes. It also simultaneously records the number of times the solenoid valve opens and closes, the disinfection time, and the ozone concentration parameters. Combined with the detachable design of the ozone generator and pipes, operators can directly visually inspect the cleanliness of the pipe walls or perform in-depth verification after disassembly. Compared to existing technologies that cannot monitor the hygiene status of pipes and lack disinfection records, this machine allows for the traceability of disinfection data, ensuring that internal safety standards are met. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 An isometric view of the ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine provided by this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 A front view of the ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine provided by this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 A side view of the ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 A top view of the ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine provided by this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 2 Cross-sectional view along the upper AA line;

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 3 Cross-sectional view along the upper BB line.

[0024] Figure label:

[0025] 1. Box body; 11. Box door; 2. Mixing tank; 21. First solenoid valve; 22. Discharge nozzle; 3. Hand flushing device; 31. Water receiving tank; 32. Storage cavity; 33. Faucet; 34. Second solenoid valve; 4. Double-layer material tank; 41. First material tank layer; 42. Second material tank layer; 5. Ozone water flushing system; 51. Ozone generator; 52. Water pump; 53. Flow sensor; 54. Water storage tank; 541. Liquid level sensor; 55. Control board; 56. Pipeline. Detailed Implementation

[0026] 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, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0027] Example 1

[0028] like Figures 1-6 As shown, this embodiment discloses an ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine, including a housing 1, a dispensing container 2, a hand-drip device 3, and an ozone water rinsing system 5. The dispensing container 2 is connected to the housing 1, the hand-drip device 3 is disposed on the housing 1 near the side of the housing 1, and the ozone water rinsing system 5 is disposed inside the housing 1 and is connected to both the dispensing container 2 and the hand-drip device 3. The ozone water rinsing system 5 includes an ozone generator 51, a water pump 52, a water storage tank 54, and a pipe 56. One end of the water pump 52 is connected to the water storage tank 54, and the other end of the water pump 52 is connected to the ozone generator 51. The water inlet of the oxygen generator 51 is connected, one end of the pipe 56 is connected to the water outlet of the ozone generator 51, and the other end of the pipe 56 is connected to the mixing tank 2 and the hand-drip device 3 respectively. The ozone generator 51 and the water pump 52 form a directional circulation path of ozone water through the pipe 56. It can disinfect the internal water circuit, disinfect the mixing tank 2 installed on the box 1, and also output ozone water to disinfect teaware and the box 1. Ozone water has a wide range of uses and the disinfection operation is convenient. There is no residue after disinfection, which ensures the hygiene and safety of tea making.

[0029] Furthermore, the dispensing tank 2 includes a discharge nozzle 22 and a first solenoid valve 21. The first solenoid valve 21 is located at the connection between the dispensing tank 2 and the pipeline 56, and the discharge nozzle 22 is located on the outer wall of the dispensing tank 2. The first solenoid valve 21 is used to control the pipeline 56 to input ozone water into the dispensing tank 2 for cleaning the dispensing tank 2 for easy reuse and to ensure that the inside is clean and sterile.

[0030] Furthermore, the hand-drip device 3 includes a faucet 33, a water receiving tank 31, and a second solenoid valve 34. The faucet 33 is connected to the pipe 56. The second solenoid valve 34 is located at the connection between the faucet 33 and the pipe 56. The water receiving tank 31 is located below the faucet 33. The water receiving tank 31 is used to collect sewage and discharge it outwards in a unified manner. The second solenoid valve 34 is used to control the supply of ozone water to the faucet 33.

[0031] Preferably, the hand-pour device 3 is equipped with a control panel, which is connected to the control board 55. The control panel is used to input ozone water output commands and display the statistical ozone water usage status for easy viewing.

[0032] Preferably, the faucet 33 is a double-switch faucet, which is connected to the pipe 56 and the water pump 52 respectively, and can directly output water or output ozone water for cleaning external teaware.

[0033] More preferably, the hand-drip device 3 is equipped with a heater that can heat the purified water entering the faucet 33 to meet the needs of hot water brewing.

[0034] Furthermore, the box body 1 is also equipped with a double-layer material trough 4, which includes a first material trough layer 41 and a second material trough layer 42. Both the first material trough layer 41 and the second material trough layer 42 are provided with multiple slots, and the upper surfaces of the first material trough layer 41 and the second material trough layer 42 are inclined outward. Specifically, the first material trough layer 41 and the second material trough layer 42 are arranged in a stepped staggered manner in the vertical direction. The dispensing tank 2 is set above the double-layer material trough 4, providing enough slots for placing small material trays to fully meet the personalized needs of tea making. The ozone water after rinsing the dispensing tank 2 can flow from top to bottom along the wall of the box body 1 to the first material trough layer 41 and then flow along the inclined surface to the second material trough layer 42. The ozone water is reused, which is convenient for disinfection of the whole, and the cleaning operation is convenient and without dead corners.

[0035] Preferably, the hand-drip device 3 further includes a storage cavity 32, which is located above the faucet 33 and is used to temporarily place tea utensils for convenient rinsing and tea making.

[0036] Furthermore, a level sensor 541 is installed inside the water storage tank 54 to monitor the water level in the water storage tank 54, prevent the water from running out, and count the total water consumption.

[0037] Furthermore, the ozone water flushing system 5 also includes a control board 55, which is electrically connected to the ozone generator 51 and the water pump 52. The control board 55 is also electrically connected to the flow sensor 53 in the ozone generator 51 and the liquid level sensor 541 in the water storage tank 54. It can monitor the changes in water consumption in real time to determine the total amount of ozone water generated, ensuring the reliability of the disinfection effect. The control board 55 can also control the opening and closing of the first solenoid valve 21 and the second solenoid valve 34.

[0038] Preferably, the ozone generator 51 is an electrolytic generator using boron-doped diamond electrodes. The ozone generation by electrolyzing water with boron-doped diamond electrodes has the following advantages: ultra-high ozone yield and concentration, high concentration of generated ozone water, and strong disinfection effect; no harmful byproducts from electrolytic ozone generation, eliminating the risk of residue; the electrodes have super corrosion resistance and long service life in strong acid or strong oxidizing environments; low energy consumption and fast response, supporting repeated power on and off, and sensitive reaction.

[0039] More preferably, a door 11 is provided on one side wall of the housing 1. The door 11 is connected to the side wall of the housing 1 for maintenance and replacement of the water storage tank 54. The ozone generator 51 is detachably connected to the water pump 52 and the pipe 56. The ozone generator 51 has threads on both ends that can be connected to the pipeline. The ozone generator 51 can be modularly replaced after it is damaged, making maintenance convenient.

[0040] The working process of this ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine is as follows:

[0041] When using the hand-drip device, the ozone generator 51 is activated to generate ozone water, which is then transported along the pipe 56 to the faucet 33. Teaware placed on the water receiving tank 31 can be cleaned and disinfected. After disinfection, the teaware is moved to the mixing tank 2 to add various seasonings, and small ingredients are added to the double-layer material tank 4. After adding the ingredients, the teaware is moved back to the hand-drip device 3, the water output of the faucet 33 is switched, and then purified water is added for brewing. When cleaning is required, the mixing tank 2 and the double-layer material tank 4 are cleaned, the ozone generator 51 is activated, and the solenoid valve is opened to allow ozone water to enter the mixing tank 2 and the hand-drip device 3 for cleaning. After disinfection, the ozone water flows directly out onto the cabinet 1, which can also be used for external cleaning. The cleaning operation is convenient and the disinfection effect is excellent.

[0042] Example 2

[0043] This embodiment also discloses an ozone disinfection tea beverage machine, including multiple dispensing containers 2 detachably connected to the housing 1, and each dispensing container 2 is individually connected to a pipe 56. Each dispensing container 2 is controlled by a separate first solenoid valve 21 to control the opening and closing of the pipe 56. After the dispensing liquid in the dispensing container 2 is used, ozone water can be sent into the pipe 56 for rinsing and cleaning, so that it can be used for changing the liquid. The disinfection operation is convenient and the cleaning effect is good, which can remove the residual taste and bacteria inside.

[0044] Based on the disclosure and teachings of the above specification, those skilled in the art can make changes and modifications to the above embodiments. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed and described above, and any modifications and changes to this utility model should also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model. Furthermore, although some specific terms are used in this specification, these terms are only for convenience of explanation and do not constitute any limitation on this utility model.

Claims

1. An ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine, comprising a housing (1), a dispensing container (2), a hand-drip device (3), and an ozone water rinsing system (5), wherein the dispensing container (2) is connected to the housing (1), the hand-drip device (3) is disposed on the housing (1) near the housing (1), and the ozone water rinsing system (5) is connected to the dispensing container (2) and the hand-drip device (3) respectively, characterized in that: The ozone water flushing system (5) includes an ozone generator (51), a water pump (53), a water storage tank (54), and a pipe (56). One end of the water pump (53) is connected to the water storage tank (54), and the other end of the water pump (53) is connected to the water inlet of the ozone generator (51). One end of the pipe (56) is connected to the water outlet of the ozone generator (51), and the other end of the pipe (56) is connected to the mixing tank (2) and the hand flushing device (3).

2. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The dispensing tank (2) includes a discharge nozzle (22) and a first solenoid valve (21). The first solenoid valve (21) is located at the connection between the dispensing tank (2) and the pipeline (56). The discharge nozzle (22) is located on the outer wall of the dispensing tank (2).

3. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The hand-washing device (3) includes a faucet (33), a water tank (31), and a second solenoid valve (34). The faucet (33) is connected to the pipe (56). The second solenoid valve (34) is located at the connection between the faucet (33) and the pipe (56). The water tank (31) is located below the faucet (33).

4. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box body (1) is also provided with a double-layer material trough (4), which includes a first material trough layer (41) and a second material trough layer (42). Both the first material trough layer (41) and the second material trough layer (42) are provided with multiple slots, and the upper end surfaces of the first material trough layer (41) and the second material trough layer (42) are inclined outward. The dispensing tank (2) is located above the double-layer material trough (4).

5. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The hand-pump device (3) also includes a storage cavity (32), which is located above the faucet (33).

6. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water storage tank (54) is equipped with a liquid level sensor (541).

7. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The ozone water flushing system (5) also includes a control board (55), which is electrically connected to the ozone generator (51) and the water pump (53).

8. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ozone generator (51) is an electrolytic generator using boron-doped diamond electrodes.

9. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: Multiple dispensing containers (2) are detachably connected to the housing (1), and each dispensing container (2) is individually connected to the pipe (56).

10. The ozone-sterilized tea beverage machine according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that: The box (1) has a door (11) on one side wall, and the ozone generator (51) is detachably connected to the water pump (53) and the pipe (56).

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