Air fryer

Abstract

The utility model discloses an air fryer, including support, head subassembly and coupler subassembly, head subassembly has the air outlet, head subassembly is equipped with connecting shaft, and connecting shaft is rotatably connected with support, and coupler subassembly includes the first coupler of electric connection in head subassembly and the second coupler of being equipped with in support, and the first coupler is inserted with the second coupler and is matched, so that the first coupler is electrically connected with the second coupler, and the first coupler can rotate around the axis of the second coupler, and the axis of the second coupler is collinear with the axis of connecting shaft, and the second coupler is used for connecting with external power, when turning over head subassembly, the wire does not occur curling deformation, and the user need not manually turn over the wire, and the operation is simple, and the user uses conveniently.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air fryer technology, and in particular to an air fryer. Background Technology

[0002] An air fryer consists of a head assembly and a pot body, which are detachably connected. The head assembly contains a heating module and a fan. Air blown by the fan flows downwards through the heating module into the pot body to fry or grill the food inside. To enhance the air fryer's functionality, the head assembly can be rotated to connect to a support frame, allowing the fan to blow air upwards, thus enabling the air fryer to fry, boil, and grill.

[0003] Because the head assembly is connected to an external power source via wires, the wires rotate when the head assembly is flipped. After the head assembly is flipped multiple times, the wires tend to become twisted into a spiral shape, requiring the user to manually flip the wires. This process is cumbersome and inconvenient for the user. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes an air fryer that eliminates the need for manual power cord flipping, making it convenient for users.

[0005] An air fryer according to an embodiment of the present invention includes:

[0006] support;

[0007] The head assembly has an air outlet, and the head assembly is provided with a connecting shaft, which is rotatably connected to the bracket;

[0008] The coupler assembly includes a first coupler electrically connected to the head assembly and a second coupler disposed on the bracket. The first coupler and the second coupler are plugged into each other to make the first coupler electrically connected to the second coupler. The first coupler is rotatable about the axis of the second coupler. The axis of the second coupler is collinear with the axis of the connecting shaft. The second coupler is used to connect to an external power source.

[0009] The air fryer according to the embodiments of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0010] When the air fryer is used for frying or grilling food, the head assembly blows hot air downwards to fry or grill the food inside the fryer. When the air fryer is used for cooking food, the head assembly flips upwards to blow hot air upwards to cook the food inside the fryer. When the head assembly flips, the first coupler and the second coupler remain electrically connected. The second coupler is connected to an external power source via a wire to power the head assembly. When the head assembly is flipped, the wire does not bend or deform, and the user does not need to manually flip the wire. The operation is simple and convenient for users.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first coupler is provided with a first conductive spring and a second conductive spring arranged coaxially, one of the first conductive spring and the second conductive spring being connected to the positive terminal of the head assembly, and the other being connected to the negative terminal of the head assembly. The second coupler is provided with a first conductive protrusion and a second conductive protrusion arranged coaxially, the first conductive protrusion being electrically connected to the first conductive spring, and the second conductive protrusion being electrically connected to the second conductive spring.

[0012] According to some embodiments of this utility model, it further includes a locking member and a pushing assembly. The locking member is movably disposed on the bracket. The head assembly is provided with a first locking part and a second locking part. When the head assembly is in the first state, the first locking part is inserted and engaged with the locking member. When the head assembly is in the second state, the air outlet faces upward, and the second locking part is inserted and engaged with the locking member. The pushing assembly is movably disposed on the bracket and abuts against the locking member, so that the first locking part is separated from the locking member, or the second locking part is separated from the locking member.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the pressing assembly includes a pressing part and a pushing part, the pushing part is connected to the pressing part, the pushing part is provided with a pushing inclined surface, and the pushing inclined surface abuts against the locking member.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the locking member includes an abutment portion and a locking protrusion connected to the abutment portion. The abutment portion abuts against the pushing inclined surface, and the locking protrusion is inserted into the first locking portion, or the locking protrusion is inserted into the second locking portion.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the bracket includes a base, a first support member, and a second support member. The first support member and the second support member are disposed opposite to each other. Both the first support member and the second support member are connected to the base. The head assembly is disposed between the first support member and the second support member. The connecting shaft passes through the first support member. The second coupler is disposed on the second support member.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first support member is provided with a first receiving groove on the side opposite to the second support member, and the portion of the connecting shaft, the portion of the locking member, and the portion of the pushing assembly are all provided in the first receiving groove.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the bracket further includes a protective cover, which is detachably connected to the first support member to open or close the first receiving slot.

[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the second support member is provided with a second receiving groove on the side opposite to the first support member, and the second coupler is disposed in the second receiving groove.

[0019] According to some embodiments of the present invention, it also includes a pot body, which is detachably connected to the machine head assembly. The machine head assembly is capable of delivering hot air to the pot body. The bracket is provided with a positioning groove, and the pot body is housed in the positioning groove.

[0020] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0021] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air fryer according to an embodiment of the present invention, in which the head assembly blows hot air downwards;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air fryer according to an embodiment of the present invention, in which the head assembly blows hot air upwards;

[0024] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Top view;

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Sectional view of line AA in the middle;

[0026] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of part B in the middle section;

[0027] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A magnified view of part C in the middle;

[0028] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the air fryer according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the pushing assembly and locking component according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the coupler assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] Base 110, positioning groove 111, first support member 120, first receiving groove 121, waist-shaped hole 122, second support member 130, second receiving groove 131, protective cover 140, machine head assembly 200, connecting shaft 201, first locking part 202, second locking part 203, coupler assembly 300, first coupler 310, first conductive spring 311, second conductive spring 312, second coupler 320, first conductive protrusion 321, second conductive protrusion 322, locking member 400, abutting part 410, locking protrusion 420, pushing assembly 500, pressing part 510, pushing part 520, pushing inclined surface 521, pot body 600, reset member 700. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0037] In related technologies, air fryers include a head assembly and a pot body, which are detachably connected. The head assembly houses a heating module and a fan. Air blown by the fan flows downwards through the heating module into the pot body to fry or grill the food inside. To enhance the air fryer's functionality, the head assembly is rotatably connected to a support frame, allowing the fan to blow air upwards, enabling the air fryer to perform frying, boiling, and grilling functions. However, because the head assembly is connected to an external power source via a power cord, the cord rotates with the head assembly. After multiple rotations, the cord easily becomes twisted and coiled, requiring manual twisting by the user, which is cumbersome and inconvenient.

[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 5 and combined Figure 9 According to an embodiment of the present invention, an air fryer includes a support frame, a head assembly 200, and a coupler assembly 300. The head assembly 200 has an air outlet and a connecting shaft 201, which is rotatably connected to the support frame. The coupler assembly 300 includes a first coupler 310 electrically connected to the head assembly 200 and a second coupler 320 disposed on the support frame. The first coupler 310 and the second coupler 320 are plugged into each other to make them electrically connected. The first coupler 310 can rotate around the axis of the second coupler 320. The axis of the second coupler 320 is collinear with the axis of the connecting shaft 201. The second coupler 320 is used to connect to an external power source. When the head assembly 200 is flipped, the power cord does not curl or deform, and the user does not need to manually flip the power cord. The operation is simple and convenient for the user.

[0039] For example, when the air fryer is used to fry or grill food, the head assembly 200 blows hot air downwards to fry or grill the food inside the pot body 600. When the air fryer is used to cook food, the head assembly 200 flips upwards to blow hot air upwards to cook the food inside the pot body 600. When the head assembly 200 flips, the first coupler 310 and the second coupler 320 remain electrically connected. The second coupler 320 is connected to an external power source via a wire to supply power to the head assembly 200. When the head assembly 200 is flipped, the wire does not curl or deform, and the user does not need to manually flip the wire. The operation is simple and convenient for the user.

[0040] It should be noted that, referring to Figure 5 , Figure 9The first coupler 310 is provided with a first conductive spring 311 and a second conductive spring 312 arranged coaxially. One of the first conductive spring 311 and the second conductive spring 312 is connected to the positive terminal of the head assembly 200, and the other is connected to the negative terminal of the head assembly 200. The second coupler 320 is provided with a first conductive protrusion 321 and a second conductive protrusion 322 arranged coaxially. The first conductive protrusion 321 is electrically connected to the first conductive spring 311, and the second conductive protrusion 322 is electrically connected to the second conductive spring 312, so that the first coupler 310 and the second coupler 320 are energized. No limitation is made here.

[0041] In some embodiments of this utility model, the head assembly 200 has a first state or a second state. When the head assembly 200 is in the first state, the air outlet faces downward. When the head assembly 200 is in the second state, the air outlet faces upward, so that the air fryer has frying or grilling functions, which can improve the functional diversity of the air fryer and thus improve its market competitiveness.

[0042] Reference Figure 6 , Figure 8 In some embodiments of this utility model, a locking member 400 and a pushing component 500 are also included. The locking member 400 is movably disposed on the support. The head assembly 200 is provided with a first locking part 202 and a second locking part 203. When the head assembly 200 is in the first state, the first locking part 202 is inserted and engaged with the locking member 400. When the head assembly 200 is in the second state, the air outlet faces upward, and the second locking part 203 is inserted and engaged with the locking member 400. The pushing component 500 is movably disposed on the support and abuts against the locking member 400, so that the first locking part 202 is separated from the locking member 400, or the second locking part 203 is separated from the locking member 400. When the head assembly 200 is in the first state or the second state, it can prevent the head assembly 200 from shaking relative to the support, thereby improving the safety of using the air fryer.

[0043] For example, when the air fryer assembly 200 is in the first state, the first locking part 202 and the locking member 400 are engaged, and the air fryer assembly 200 blows hot air downwards to fry and grill the food. When the air fryer assembly 200 needs to switch from the first state to the second state, the pushing component 500 is moved to separate the first locking part 202 from the locking member 400, thereby unlocking the air fryer assembly 200 and allowing the connecting shaft 201 to rotate relative to the support. When the air fryer assembly 200 switches from the first state to the second state, the pushing component 500 is moved in the opposite direction, causing the locking member 400 to engage with the second locking part 203, which restricts the rotation of the air fryer assembly 200. When the air fryer assembly 200 is in the first or second state, it can prevent the air fryer assembly 200 from shaking relative to the support, thereby improving the safety of using the air fryer.

[0044] Reference Figures 6 to 8 In some embodiments of this utility model, the pressing component 500 includes a pressing part 510 and a pressing part 520. The pressing part 520 is connected to the pressing part 510. The pressing part 520 is provided with a pressing inclined surface 521. The pressing inclined surface 521 abuts against the locking member 400, which can facilitate the movement of the pressing locking member 400 to unlock or lock the head assembly 200.

[0045] For example, during the process of switching the head assembly 200 from the first state to the second state, the user presses the pressing part 510 to make the pushing part 520 push the locking member 400 to move, so that the locking member 400 is separated from the first locking part 202, and the head assembly 200 can be rotated. During the process of switching the head assembly 200 from the second state to the first state, the user presses the pressing part 510 to make the pushing part 520 push the locking member 400 to move, so that the locking member 400 is separated from the second locking part 203, and the head assembly 200 can be rotated, so as to unlock or lock the head assembly 200.

[0046] It should be noted that a reset member 700 is provided between the locking member 400 and the first support member 120. The reset member 700 is a component that can undergo axial elastic deformation, such as a compression spring or a rubber component. The reset member 700 is used to make the locking member 400 insert and cooperate with the first locking part 202 or the locking member 400 insert and cooperate with the second locking part 203. This will not be described in detail here.

[0047] Reference Figure 8 In some embodiments of this utility model, the locking member 400 includes an abutment portion 410 and a locking protrusion 420 connected to the abutment portion 410. The abutment portion 410 abuts against the pushing inclined surface 521, and the locking protrusion 420 is inserted into the first locking portion 202, or the locking protrusion 420 is inserted into the second locking portion 203, which can facilitate unlocking or locking of the head assembly 200.

[0048] For example, both the first locking part 202 and the second locking part 203 are locking holes, and there are two locking protrusions 420. The two locking protrusions 420 are located on both sides of the pushing part 520. When the head assembly 200 is in the first state or the second state, the first locking part 202 and the second locking part 203 are respectively engaged with the corresponding locking protrusions 420, which can facilitate unlocking or locking of the head assembly 200.

[0049] It should be noted that the first locking part 202 and the second locking part 203 can also be locking blocks, and the rod is provided with corresponding locking holes. The locking blocks and locking holes can be inserted and matched to unlock or lock the head assembly 200. No restrictions are made here.

[0050] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2In some embodiments of this utility model, the bracket includes a base 110, a first support member 120, and a second support member 130. The first support member 120 and the second support member 130 are arranged opposite to each other. Both the first support member 120 and the second support member 130 are connected to the base 110. The head assembly 200 is disposed between the first support member 120 and the second support member 130. The connecting shaft 201 passes through the first support member 120, and the second coupler 320 is disposed on the second support member 130, which can improve the rotational stability of the head assembly 200.

[0051] For example, the base 110, the first support member 120, and the second support member 130 are in a U-shaped structure. One side of the head assembly 200 is connected to the first support member 120, and the other side of the head assembly 200 is connected to the second support member 130, so that the head assembly 200 is suspended relative to the base 110. The connecting shaft 201 passes through the first support member 120, and the second coupler 320 is provided on the second support member 130. When the head assembly 200 is flipped, it can prevent the head assembly 200 from shaking and improve the rotational stability of the head assembly 200.

[0052] In some embodiments of this utility model, the first support member 120 is provided with a first receiving groove 121 on the side opposite to the second support member 130. Parts of the connecting shaft 201, the locking member 400, and the pushing assembly 500 are all located in the first receiving groove 121, which can reduce the space occupied by the connecting shaft 201, the locking member 400, and the pushing assembly 500, thereby reducing the overall volume of the air fryer, so as to facilitate the packaging and transportation of the air fryer.

[0053] In some embodiments of this utility model, the bracket also includes a protective cover 140, which is detachably connected to the first support member 120 to open or close the first receiving groove 121, thereby concealing the connecting shaft 201, the locking member 400, and the pushing assembly 500 to prevent accidental injury to the user.

[0054] It should be noted that the protective cover 140 can be detachably connected to the first support member 120 by means of bolts or clips, which will not be described in detail here.

[0055] In some embodiments of this utility model, the second support member 130 is provided with a second receiving groove 131 on the side opposite to the first support member 120, and the second coupler 320 is disposed in the second receiving groove 131, which can reduce the space occupied by the second coupler 320, thereby reducing the overall volume of the air fryer, so as to facilitate packaging and transportation of the air fryer.

[0056] In some embodiments of this utility model, a pot body 600 is also included. The pot body 600 is detachably connected to the head assembly 200. The head assembly 200 can deliver hot air to the pot body 600. The bracket is provided with a positioning groove 111, and the pot body 600 is housed in the positioning groove 111, which facilitates the installation and positioning of the pot body 600 for user convenience.

[0057] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0058] The present invention has been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention.

Claims

1. An air fryer, characterized in that, include: support; The head assembly (200) has an air outlet. The head assembly (200) is provided with a connecting shaft (201). The connecting shaft (201) is rotatably connected to the bracket. The head assembly (200) has a first state or a second state. When the head assembly (200) is in the first state, the air outlet faces downward. When the head assembly (200) is in the second state, the air outlet faces upward. The coupler assembly (300) includes a first coupler (310) electrically connected to the head assembly (200) and a second coupler (320) disposed on the bracket. The first coupler (310) and the second coupler (320) are plugged into each other to make the first coupler (310) and the second coupler (320) electrically connected. The first coupler (310) is rotatable about the axis of the second coupler (320). The axis of the second coupler (320) is collinear with the axis of the connecting shaft (201). The second coupler (320) is used to connect to an external power source.

2. The air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first coupler (310) is provided with a first conductive spring (311) and a second conductive spring (312) arranged coaxially. One of the first conductive spring (311) and the second conductive spring (312) is connected to the positive terminal of the head assembly (200), and the other is connected to the negative terminal of the head assembly (200). The second coupler (320) is provided with a first conductive protrusion (321) and a second conductive protrusion (322) arranged coaxially. The first conductive protrusion (321) is electrically connected to the first conductive spring (311), and the second conductive protrusion (322) is electrically connected to the second conductive spring (312).

3. The air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a locking member (400) and a pushing assembly (500). The locking member (400) is movably disposed on the bracket. The head assembly (200) is provided with a first locking part (202) and a second locking part (203). When the head assembly (200) is in the first state, the first locking part (202) is inserted into the locking member (400). When the head assembly (200) is in the second state, the air outlet faces upward, and the second locking part (203) is inserted into the locking member (400). The pushing assembly (500) is movably disposed on the bracket and abuts against the locking member (400) so that the first locking part (202) is separated from the locking member (400), or the second locking part (203) is separated from the locking member (400).

4. The air fryer according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pressing assembly (500) includes a pressing part (510) and a pushing part (520). The pushing part (520) is connected to the pressing part (510). The pushing part (520) is provided with a pushing inclined surface (521), which abuts against the locking member (400).

5. The air fryer according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking member (400) includes an abutment portion (410) and a locking protrusion (420) connected to the abutment portion (410). The abutment portion (410) abuts against the pushing inclined surface (521). The locking protrusion (420) is inserted into the first locking portion (202), or the locking protrusion (420) is inserted into the second locking portion (203).

6. The air fryer according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bracket includes a base (110), a first support member (120), and a second support member (130). The first support member (120) and the second support member (130) are arranged opposite to each other. Both the first support member (120) and the second support member (130) are connected to the base (110). The head assembly (200) is located between the first support member (120) and the second support member (130). The connecting shaft (201) passes through the first support member (120). The second coupler (320) is located on the second support member (130).

7. The air fryer according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first support member (120) has a first receiving groove (121) on the side opposite to the second support member (130), and a portion of the connecting shaft (201), a portion of the locking member (400) and a portion of the pushing assembly (500) are all located in the first receiving groove (121).

8. The air fryer according to claim 7, characterized in that, The bracket also includes a protective cover (140), which is detachably connected to the first support member (120) to open or close the first receiving slot (121).

9. The air fryer according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second support member (130) has a second receiving groove (131) on the side opposite to the first support member (120), and the second coupler (320) is disposed in the second receiving groove (131).

10. The air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a pot body (600), which is detachably connected to the machine head assembly (200). The machine head assembly (200) can deliver hot air to the pot body (600). The bracket is provided with a positioning groove (111), and the pot body (600) is housed in the positioning groove (111).

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