Milk tank device

Abstract

The application discloses a milk tank device, which comprises a milk tank and a whipping mechanism, wherein the whipping mechanism comprises a valve pipe, a steam pipe group, an air inlet pipe group, a milk inlet pipe and a milk foam pipe group, a valve cavity is formed in the valve pipe, the milk foam pipe group is connected to the valve pipe and communicates with the valve cavity, the milk foam pipe group comprises a mounting seat, a milk foam outlet pipe and an adjusting knob, the adjusting knob is connected with a rod body of the mounting seat, the air inlet pipe group can adjust the air amount entering the valve cavity, the air inlet pipe group is provided with an air inlet pipe, the end of the air inlet pipe is conically arranged, the valve pipe is provided with a first mounting pipe section, the end of the air inlet pipe is inserted into the first mounting pipe section, and the air amount in the valve cavity is adjusted by adjusting the insertion depth of the air inlet pipe. In the milk tank device, the air amount can be adjusted by the air inlet pipe group, the thickness of the milk bottle can be adjusted, the air inlet knob of the air inlet pipe group is exposed outside the milk tank, the adjustment is very convenient, and the angle of the milk foam outlet pipe can be adjusted by the adjusting knob.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of milk frothing technology, and more specifically to a milk box device. Background Technology

[0002] The process of making milk foam involves mixing a certain proportion of air and steam with the prepared milk mixture and then whipping it to make it expand. During the whipping process, the air is wrapped by protein molecules to form a membrane-like foam structure. An important factor affecting the whipping effect is the air ratio (amount of air) and the size of the bubbles. The amount of air mixed in the milk base directly affects the texture of the milk foam, and different users have different requirements for the texture of the milk foam. Therefore, the applicant proposed the following adjustable air intake milk box device. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a milk box device.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: a milk box device, comprising: a milk box and a frothing mechanism, wherein the frothing mechanism is installed in the milk box, and the frothing mechanism includes: The valve tube has a valve cavity inside; A milk frothing tube assembly is connected to a valve tube and communicates with a valve chamber. The milk frothing tube assembly includes: a mounting base, a milk frothing tube, and an adjustment knob. The adjustment knob is connected to the rod of the mounting base. The intake manifold is connected to the valve pipe and communicates with the valve chamber. The intake manifold can adjust the amount of air entering the valve chamber. The milk inlet tube connects to the valve chamber; Steam pipe assembly, connected to valve pipe, the steam pipe assembly is equipped with steam pipe; The air intake pipe assembly has an air intake pipe with a tapered end; The valve pipe is provided with a first installation pipe section; The end of the air intake pipe is inserted into the first installation pipe section, and the amount of air entering the valve chamber is adjusted by adjusting the insertion depth of the air intake pipe.

[0005] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a conical cavity is formed in the first installation pipe section to fit the end of the air intake pipe.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the first mounting pipe section is provided with an internal thread, and the air inlet pipe is provided with an external thread; after the air inlet pipe is assembled into the first mounting pipe section, an air inlet gap is left between the internal thread and the external thread.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, an air intake knob is connected to the top of the air intake pipe.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the mounting base is inserted into the valve tube, and the milk frothing tube is connected to the mounting base; the adjusting knob is connected to the rod of the mounting base, and the mounting base is rotated by adjusting the adjusting knob to adjust the milk outlet angle of the milk frothing tube.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the steam pipe assembly includes: a pipe seat and the steam pipe; the pipe seat is inserted into and assembled into the valve pipe, and a cavity is formed inside the pipe seat; The chamber is arranged in a conical or frustum shape.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the milk box includes: a box body, a middle cover, and a top cover; the middle cover is disposed on the top of the box body, and the top cover is disposed on the top of the middle cover; The middle cover has a valve tube assembly position, and the milk inlet tube extends into the box body; the air intake knob and adjustment knob are exposed or extend out of the milk box.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the steam pipe is provided with a snap-fit ​​foot; the steam pipe extends beyond the middle cover.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the middle cover is provided with a hole for the milk frothing tube to extend out; The box is equipped with a trough for storing the milk frothing tube.

[0013] As can be seen from the above technical solution, compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial technical effects: the air intake volume can be adjusted through the air intake pipe assembly in the milk box device of the present invention, so as to adjust the thickness of the milk bottle; the air intake knob of the air intake pipe assembly is exposed outside the milk box, making adjustment very convenient; and the angle of the milk frothing tube can be adjusted by adjusting the knob.

[0014] The other beneficial technical effects of this utility model are reflected in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the milk box device of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the removal of the top cover from the milk box device of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the removal of the top cover and middle cover from the milk box device of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the frothing mechanism in the milk box device of this utility model; Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the frothing mechanism in the milk box device of this utility model; Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the milk box device of this utility model; Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the milk box device of this utility model from another angle.

[0017] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures Milk box 100; box body 110; trough 111; middle cover 120; top cover 130; base 140; frothing mechanism 200; valve pipe 210; valve chamber 211; first mounting pipe section 212; conical cavity 2121; second mounting pipe section 213; milk frothing tube assembly 220; mounting base 221; milk frothing tube 222; adjusting knob 223; air inlet pipe assembly 230; air inlet pipe 231; air inlet knob 2311; milk inlet pipe 240; steam pipe assembly 250; pipe seat 251; chamber 2511; steam pipe 252; snap-fit ​​foot 253. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, illustrating only the basic structure of the invention, and therefore only show the components relevant to the invention.

[0019] For information on milk box devices, please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1-7 As shown, it includes: a milk tank 100 and a whipping mechanism 200, the whipping mechanism 200 being installed in the milk tank 100.

[0020] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the milk box 100 includes: a box body 110, a middle cover 120 and a top cover 130. The middle cover 120 is assembled on the top of the box body 110, and the top cover 130 is installed on the top of the middle cover 120 to cover the middle cover 120.

[0021] The box 110 is used to store milk raw materials. The whipping mechanism 200 is installed on the middle cover 120. The top cover 130 is installed to cover the whipping mechanism 200.

[0022] Specifically, the shapes of the box body 110, the middle cover 120 and the top cover 130 are not limited and can be changed. The middle cover 120 can be placed directly on the top of the box body 110 or installed on the top of the box body 110 by means of buckles, interlocking or other methods; and the top cover 130 can be completely separated from the middle cover 120, or installed on the middle cover 120 by means of push-pull, flip-top or other methods.

[0023] Furthermore, a base 140 can be added to the bottom of the housing 110.

[0024] The frothing mechanism 200 is installed on the middle cover 120. The frothing mechanism 200 includes: valve pipe 210, milk frothing pipe assembly 220, air inlet pipe assembly 230, milk inlet pipe 240, and steam pipe assembly 250.

[0025] like Figures 4-5 As shown, the valve tube 210 is hollow, forming a valve cavity 211 inside, and the valve tube 210 has a first mounting section 212 and a second mounting section 213. The air inlet pipe assembly 230 is assembled to the first mounting section 212, and the milk inlet pipe 240 is installed to the second mounting section 213.

[0026] Furthermore, the intake manifold 230 has an intake pipe 231, the end of which is tapered; Meanwhile, a conical cavity 2121 is formed inside the first installation pipe section 212, which is adapted to the end of the air intake pipe 231; During installation, the intake pipe 231 is inserted into the first installation pipe section 212, with the end of the intake pipe 231 engaging with the conical cavity 2121. The depth of insertion of the intake pipe 231 into the first installation pipe section 212 regulates the air intake volume of the valve pipe 210; specifically, as follows... Figure 6 As shown, the intake pipe 231 continues to be inserted downward into the first installation pipe section 212. The smaller the gap between the end of the intake pipe 231 and the conical cavity 2121, the smaller the air intake volume; while the intake pipe 231 is pulled upward a certain distance, the larger the gap between the end of the intake pipe 231 and the conical cavity 2121, the larger the air intake volume. The amount of air intake determines the fineness of the milk foam produced in the milk frothing device. Therefore, the amount of air intake is controlled by the air intake pipe assembly 230 and the valve pipe 210, thereby controlling the milk foam frothing effect.

[0027] Furthermore, in addition to direct insertion, the intake pipe 231 and the first mounting pipe section 212 can also be connected by the following: the first mounting pipe section 212 is provided with an internal thread, the intake pipe 231 is provided with an external thread, and the two are connected by threads. After the intake pipe 231 is assembled into the first mounting pipe section 212, an intake gap is left between the internal thread and the external thread to ensure that air can enter the valve chamber 211.

[0028] Furthermore, an intake knob 2311 is connected to the top of the intake pipe 231. The intake knob 2311 can be used to quickly adjust the installation depth of the intake pipe 231 in the first installation pipe section 212, thereby adjusting the intake air volume. like Figure 1 As shown, the intake knob 2311 protrudes outside the top cover 130. When adjusting, there is no need to remove the top cover 130; simply rotate the intake knob 2311. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0029] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown,Figure 6 The top of the central air intake pipe 231 is provided with a slot, and the air intake knob 2311 is provided with a protruding rib that is engaged in the slot, so that the air intake knob 2311 rotates and drives the air intake pipe 231 to rotate. like Figure 7 As shown, the upper surface of the top cover 130 is provided with a position for mounting the air intake knob 2311. The air intake knob 2311 can rotate in this position to drive the air intake pipe 231 to rotate and adjust the amount of air intake.

[0030] The milk inlet pipe 240 and the valve pipe 210 can be plugged in or threaded together, with the milk inlet pipe 240 extending into the box body 110.

[0031] Furthermore, the milk frothing tube assembly 220 is connected to the valve tube 210 and communicates with the valve chamber 211; the milk frothing tube assembly 220 includes: a mounting base 221, a milk frothing tube 222, and an adjustment knob 223; the mounting base 221 is inserted into and installed in the valve tube 210, and the milk frothing tube 222 is connected to the mounting base 221; the adjustment knob 223 is connected to the rod of the mounting base 221, and the mounting base 221 is driven to rotate by the adjustment knob 223 to adjust the milk outlet angle of the milk frothing tube 222.

[0032] The middle cover 120 is provided with a position for assembling the valve tube 210 and a hole for the milk frothing tube 222 to extend out. The box body 110 is provided with a groove 111 for storing the milk frothing tube 222. Rotating the adjustment knob 223 can adjust the angle of the milk frothing tube 222, and the milk frothing tube 222 can be screwed out of the groove 111.

[0033] The adjustment knob 223 extends beyond the middle cover 120, and can be adjusted by simply rotating the adjustment knob 223.

[0034] Furthermore, the steam pipe assembly 250 is connected to the valve pipe 210. The steam pipe assembly 250 includes a pipe seat 251 and a steam pipe 252. The pipe seat 251 is inserted and assembled into the valve pipe 210, and a chamber 2511 is formed inside the pipe seat 251. The chamber 2511 is at least partially located inside the valve chamber 211, and the chamber 2511 is arranged in a conical or frustum shape.

[0035] The end of the tube seat 251 that is inserted into the valve tube 210 is tapered, and a small hole is formed at the tip of the tapered section, through which the chamber 2511 is connected to the valve chamber 211; Furthermore, the steam pipe 252 is provided with a locking foot 253; the steam pipe 252 extends beyond the middle cover 120, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the latch 253 extends through the through hole of the middle cover 120. The latch 253 is used to limit the steam pipe 252 to the corresponding part in the coffee machine when the milk box device is installed in the coffee machine. In use, high-temperature steam enters from the steam pipe 252, passes through the pipe seat 251, and enters the valve chamber 211. The steam pipe 252 can also be connected to an external steam supply device, such as the steam generator or steam generating chamber in a coffee machine.

[0036] When in use, the milk raw material in the box 110 enters the valve chamber 211 through the milk inlet pipe 240, air enters the valve chamber 211 through the air inlet pipe 231, and high-temperature steam enters the valve chamber 211 through the steam pipe 252 and the pipe seat 251. Then the mixture of milk powder, air and high-temperature steam is mixed in valve chamber 211. During this process, the milk powder, air and high-temperature steam are frothed into milk foam, which is then sent out from milk foam outlet tube 222 to the designated position.

[0037] To control the quality of milk foam, the air intake can be adjusted through the air intake pipe assembly 230 to further adjust the taste and quality of the milk foam.

[0038] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A milk box device, including: A milk container (100) and a whipping mechanism (200), wherein the whipping mechanism (200) is installed in the milk container (100), characterized in that: the whipping mechanism (200) comprises: The valve tube (210) has a valve cavity (211) inside; The milk frothing tube assembly (220) is connected to the valve tube (210) and communicates with the valve chamber (211). The milk frothing tube assembly (220) includes: a mounting base (221), a milk frothing tube (222), and an adjustment knob (223). The adjustment knob (223) is connected to the rod of the mounting base (221). An intake manifold (230) is connected to a valve pipe (210) and communicates with a valve chamber (211). The intake manifold (230) can adjust the amount of air entering the valve chamber (211). Milk inlet tube (240), connected to valve chamber (211); A steam pipe assembly (250) is connected to a valve pipe (210), and the steam pipe assembly (250) is provided with a steam pipe (252); The intake pipe assembly (230) has an intake pipe (231) with a tapered end; The valve pipe (210) is provided with a first mounting pipe section (212); The end of the air intake pipe (231) is inserted into the first installation pipe section (212), and the air intake volume in the valve chamber (211) is adjusted by adjusting the insertion depth of the air intake pipe (231).

2. The milk box device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A conical cavity (2121) is formed in the first installation pipe section (212) to fit the end of the air intake pipe (231).

3. The milk box device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first installation pipe section (212) is provided with an internal thread, and the air inlet pipe (231) is provided with an external thread; after the air inlet pipe (231) is assembled into the first installation pipe section (212), an air inlet gap is left between the internal thread and the external thread.

4. The milk box device according to claim 3, characterized in that: An air intake knob (2311) is connected to the top of the air intake pipe (231).

5. The milk box device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting base (221) is inserted into the valve tube (210), and the milk frothing tube (222) is connected to the mounting base (221). The adjusting knob (223) is connected to the rod of the mounting base (221), and the mounting base (221) is driven to rotate by the adjusting knob (223) to adjust the milk outlet angle of the milk frothing tube (222).

6. The milk box device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steam pipe assembly (250) includes: a pipe seat (251) and the steam pipe (252); the pipe seat (251) is inserted into and assembled into the valve pipe (210), and a chamber (2511) is formed inside the pipe seat (251); The chamber (2511) is arranged in a conical or frustum shape.

7. The milk box device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The milk box (100) includes: a box body (110), a middle cover (120) and a top cover (130); the middle cover (120) is disposed on the top of the box body (110), and the top cover (130) is disposed on the top of the middle cover (120); The middle cover (120) is provided with a position for the valve tube (210) to be installed, and the milk inlet tube (240) extends into the box body (110); the air inlet knob (2311) and the adjustment knob (223) are exposed or extend out of the milk box (100).

8. The milk box device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The steam pipe (252) is provided with a snap-fit ​​foot (253); the steam pipe (252) extends out of the middle cover (120).

9. The milk box device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The middle cover (120) is provided with a hole through which the milk frothing tube (222) extends; The box (110) is provided with a trough (111) for storing the milk foam tube (222).

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