A deer feeder

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of feeding equipment, especially a deer feeder. Including bin subassembly, be used for storing foodstuff, throw material subassembly, its through adjusting mechanism installation in the bottom of bin subassembly. The utility model discloses a bin subassembly of double -deck large -capacity design of suit -in type on conventional deer feeder is used, has realized the effect that simple assembly, save packing space and once feeding long -time use, through the setting up the net of surrounding throw material subassembly and adjusting mechanism, effectively prevented the animal destruction, utilize the solar panel and the battery of bin cover top constitute large -capacity solar power supply system, significantly prolonged the frequency of replacing battery, the carousel of throw material subassembly and throw material paddle cooperation high -speed throw material motor, realized the long -distance throwing of foodstuff, user can through the controller flexible setting motor's rotating speed, daily feeding frequency, accurate time and feeding amount, simple and convenient operation has realized the multifunctional automatic feeding.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of feeding equipment technology, specifically a deer feeder. Background Technology

[0002] A deer feeder is a device used in pastures, deer farms, or wild environments to periodically and automatically deliver food to attract, gather, and feed deer herds.

[0003] Existing deer feeders typically consist of a simple feed hopper and a gravity- or mechanically powered feeding mechanism. While these traditional devices achieve some degree of automated feeding, in practice, their feed hopper capacity is limited, requiring frequent manual refilling, which increases maintenance costs and time. Their feeding systems often have limited throwing distance and a fixed range, failing to meet the needs of large-scale, uniform feeding. Furthermore, the entire device lacks effective protection; the core motor and control system are easily damaged by curious chewing or collisions from wild animals, resulting in insufficient reliability.

[0004] Therefore, we propose a deer feeder to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a deer feeder, which solves the problems mentioned in the background art of traditional deer feeders, such as limited capacity leading to frequent maintenance, fixed and unadjustable scattering range and distance, and lack of effective protection of the overall structure, making them easy to be damaged by animals.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model specifically adopts the following technical solution:

[0009] A deer feeder, comprising:

[0010] Feed silo components are used to store food.

[0011] A feeding assembly, which is installed at the bottom of the hopper assembly via an adjustment mechanism, includes a feeding motor and a turntable driven by the feeding motor, for throwing the feed from the hopper assembly outwards;

[0012] A solar panel, located on top of the hopper assembly, is used to power the throwing motor.

[0013] A barrier net is installed at the bottom of the hopper assembly and surrounds the material throwing assembly and the adjustment mechanism.

[0014] Furthermore, the hopper assembly includes a discharge hopper and an upper hopper detachably fitted onto its top via a connecting piece. The diameter of the upper hopper is larger than that of the discharge hopper, and a conical discharge port is formed at the bottom of the discharge hopper.

[0015] Furthermore, the hopper assembly also includes a hopper cover, one end of which is hinged to the top of the feeding hopper via a hinge, and the other end is connected to the top of the feeding hopper via a latch, with the solar panel disposed on the top of the hopper cover.

[0016] Furthermore, the throwing assembly also includes an assembly housing, the throwing motor is disposed inside the assembly housing, the output end of the throwing motor extends to the top of the assembly housing and is fixedly connected to the turntable, the turntable is coaxial with the feeding port, and a number of throwing blades are evenly distributed on the turntable.

[0017] Furthermore, the component housing also houses a controller and a battery, which are electrically connected to the throwing motor. The controller is used to control the start, stop, and speed of the throwing motor.

[0018] Furthermore, the material throwing assembly also includes a side cover, with sliding grooves provided at both ends of one side of the side cover, and sliding tracks provided at both ends of one side of the assembly housing, which are respectively slidably engaged with the two sliding grooves. The side cover is locked by a wing screw.

[0019] Furthermore, the adjustment mechanism includes a fixed arm fixedly installed at the bottom of the hopper assembly and a limiting groove installed on the assembly housing. The fixed arm and the limiting groove are locked by a wing screw, and the fixed arm has an elongated hole for the wing screw to move to adjust their relative positions.

[0020] Furthermore, the bottom of the barrier net is hinged with an openable and closable mesh panel, which is locked by hooking with a hook plate set on the barrier net.

[0021] Furthermore, it also includes a support leg assembly, which includes several adjustable legs fixed to the outside of the feeding hopper. The adjustable legs include support leg one and support leg two, and support leg one and support leg two are fixedly connected by a connecting hoop.

[0022] A stabilizing plate is provided at the end of the second support leg away from the first support leg, and a chain is threaded through several of the stabilizing plates.

[0023] Furthermore, the interior of the feeding hopper is equipped with a triangular support frame, and a viewing window is provided on one side of the feeding hopper.

[0024] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a deer feeder with the following advantages:

[0026] This invention utilizes a double-layered, large-capacity feed hopper assembly with a nested design on a conventional deer feeder. This design achieves simple assembly, saves packaging space, and allows for long-term use with a single feed. A net surrounding the feed throwing assembly and adjustment mechanism effectively prevents animal damage. A large-capacity solar power system, utilizing solar panels and batteries on the top of the hopper cover, significantly extends battery replacement frequency. The feed throwing assembly's turntable and throwing paddles, combined with a high-speed throwing motor, enable long-distance feed throwing. Users can flexibly set the motor speed, daily feeding frequency, precise time, and feeding amount via the controller. The operation is simple and convenient, achieving multi-functional automated feeding. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the hopper assembly structure of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a side view of the hopper assembly structure of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the barrier structure of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the feeding hopper and the unloading trough of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bin cover of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0034] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the side cover structure of this utility model;

[0035] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the structure of the material throwing component of this utility model.

[0036] In the diagram: 1. Hopper assembly; 11. Discharge hopper; 111. Discharge port; 12. Loading hopper; 13. Hopper cover; 14. Solar panel; 15. Hinge; 16. Lock; 17. Triangular support frame; 18. Viewing window; 19. Connecting piece; 2. Throwing assembly; 21. Assembly shell; 22. Throwing motor; 23. Turntable; 24. Throwing lever; 25. Controller; 26. Side cover; 261. Wing screw one; 262. Slide groove; 27. Slide track; 28. Battery; 3. Netting; 31. Net plate; 32. Hook; 33. Hook plate; 4. Leg assembly; 41. Leg one; 42. Leg two; 43. Connecting hoop; 44. Stabilizing plate; 45. Chain; 5. Adjustment mechanism; 51. Fixed arm; 52. Limiting groove; 53. Long slot; 54. Wing screw two. Detailed Implementation

[0037] 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 of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0038] Example

[0039] like Figure 1-9 As shown, an embodiment of this utility model provides a deer feeder, comprising:

[0040] Feed hopper assembly 1, used for storing feed;

[0041] The material throwing assembly 2 is installed at the bottom of the hopper assembly 1 via the adjustment mechanism 5. The material throwing assembly 2 includes a material throwing motor 22 and a turntable 23 driven by the material throwing motor 22, which is used to throw the food from the hopper assembly 1 outward.

[0042] A solar panel 14 is disposed on the top of the hopper assembly 1 and is used to power the throwing motor 22;

[0043] The barrier net 3 is set at the bottom of the hopper assembly 1 and surrounds the throwing assembly 2 and the adjusting mechanism 5.

[0044] The feed hopper assembly 1 automatically throws the feed out through the feed throwing assembly 2 at its bottom. The feed throwing assembly 2 is installed through the adjustment mechanism 5 to achieve fine-tuning of its position. The solar panel 14 is set at the top as the main energy source to power the system. The net 3 acts as a protective cover to isolate the precision mechanism below from the external environment.

[0045] The presence of adjustment mechanism 5 enhances the flexibility and accuracy of material throwing operations; solar panel 14 provides clean and continuous energy, enabling long-term unattended operation in the field; and netting 3 effectively prevents damage such as impacts and bites from animals like deer to the core material throwing components, greatly improving the durability and reliability of the equipment.

[0046] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the hopper assembly 1 includes a discharge hopper 11 and an upper hopper 12 detachably fitted on its top by a connecting piece 19. The diameter of the upper hopper 12 is larger than the diameter of the discharge hopper 11, and a conical discharge port 111 is formed at the bottom of the discharge hopper 11.

[0047] The hopper assembly 1 adopts a double-layer nested design. The upper hopper 12 fits on top of the lower hopper 11 like a lid and is fixed by the connecting piece 19. Since the upper hopper 12 has a larger diameter, it forms a structure that is large at the top and small at the bottom. The conical discharge port 111 at the bottom of the lower hopper 11 facilitates the food to be concentrated by gravity and fall smoothly.

[0048] During transportation, the loading bin 12 and unloading bin 11 can be separated and stacked, which greatly reduces the packaging volume. When in use, assembly is quick and forms a nested double-layer large-capacity design, achieving the effect of long-term use with a single filling.

[0049] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the hopper assembly 1 further includes a hopper cover 13, one end of which is hinged to the top of the feeding hopper 12 via a hinge 15, and the other end is connected to the top of the feeding hopper 12 via a latch 16. The solar panel 14 is disposed on the top of the hopper cover 13.

[0050] The silo cover 13 is opened and closed on one side via a hinge 15 and locked on the other side via a latch 16. The solar panel 14 is directly fixed to the top of the silo cover 13. The silo cover 13 can be flipped over to add food by releasing the latch 16, making it very convenient to open and close the silo cover 13 and replenish food.

[0051] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the throwing assembly 2 further includes an assembly housing 21, the throwing motor 22 is disposed inside the assembly housing 21, the output end of the throwing motor 22 extends to the top of the assembly housing 21 and is fixedly connected to the turntable 23, the turntable 23 is coaxially opposite to the discharge port 111, and a plurality of throwing paddles 24 are evenly distributed on the turntable 23.

[0052] The throwing motor 22 is installed inside the component housing 21 as a power source. Its output shaft is vertically connected to the turntable 23. The turntable 23 is directly opposite the feeding port 111. The food falls into the center of the turntable 23 and is struck and thrown out by the high-speed rotating throwing blade 24.

[0053] The coaxial design ensures that the feed falls accurately at the center of the throw. The combination of the throwing blade 24 and the turntable 23, along with the high-speed motor, can give the feed a larger initial velocity, which is more conducive to the feed being thrown a longer distance. It can ensure that there is feed within a range of 10m, and achieve large-scale uniform feeding.

[0054] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the component housing 21 is further provided with a controller 25 and a battery 28. The controller 25, the battery 28 and the throwing motor 22 are electrically connected. The controller 25 is used to control the start, stop and speed of the throwing motor 22.

[0055] The bottom of the component housing 21 is provided with a charging socket for installing the battery 28. The battery 28 is integrated as an energy storage unit inside the charging socket of the component housing 21. Together with the controller 25 and the throwing motor 22 inside, it forms a compact drive control assembly. The battery 28 is connected to the solar panel 14 on the top through a circuit to receive the electrical energy generated by it, thereby realizing photoelectric conversion and storage. The controller 25 is responsible for managing the charging process of the solar panel 14 to the battery 28, and using the electrical energy stored in the battery 28, it precisely controls the start, stop and speed of the throwing motor 22 according to the user-set program.

[0056] The solar panel 14 continuously charges the battery 28 during the day, enabling the device to operate normally at night or on cloudy or rainy days by relying on stored energy. This greatly extends the frequency of battery replacement and reduces maintenance costs. At the same time, the design of placing the battery 28 inside the component housing 21 protects the battery 28 from severe weather and allows users to easily inspect or replace it by opening the side cover 26 when needed, achieving a balance between extending the service life and maintenance convenience.

[0057] The controller 25, as the control core, is built into the component housing 21 and directly controls the power supply and operating parameters of the feeding motor 22 through the circuit. The built-in design protects the controller 25 from wind and rain. Through the controller 25, users can achieve precise programming control of the feeding behavior, including feeding every day or multiple days, feeding frequency, accurate time of each feeding, and feeding amount, all of which can be freely set.

[0058] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the material throwing assembly 2 further includes a side cover 26, with grooves 262 provided at both ends of one side of the side cover 26, and slide rails 27 provided at both ends of one side of the assembly housing 21 respectively slidingly engaging with the two grooves 262, and the side cover 26 is locked by a wing screw 261.

[0059] A screw hole is provided at the bottom of one side of the component housing 21 to cooperate with the wing screw 261. The side cover 26 can slide up and down along the side wall of the component housing 21 through the cooperation of the sliding groove 262 and the sliding track 27. When the wing screw 261 is aligned with the screw hole, it can be fixed by tightening the wing screw 261 into the screw hole. Loosen the wing screw 261, slide the side cover 26 down, and the inside of the component housing 21 will be exposed. The user can then take out the controller 25 to operate it.

[0060] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the adjustment mechanism 5 includes a fixed arm 51 fixedly disposed at the bottom of the hopper assembly 1 and a limiting groove 52 disposed on the assembly housing 21. The fixed arm 51 and the limiting groove 52 are locked by a wing screw 54, and the fixed arm 51 is provided with an elongated hole 53 for the wing screw 54 to move to adjust the relative position.

[0061] The fixed arm 51 and the limiting groove 52 are connected to each other, allowing the entire throwing assembly 2 to move up and down within a certain range. The wing screw 54 passes through the elongated hole 53. When loosened, the position can be adjusted within the range of the elongated hole 53. When tightened, the two are locked. Users can change the throwing direction as needed, thereby controlling the landing area of ​​the food, increasing the flexibility and adaptability of the equipment.

[0062] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the bottom of the barrier net 3 is hinged with an openable mesh plate 31, and the mesh plate 31 is locked by hooking with a hook plate 33 provided on the barrier net 3 through a hook 32.

[0063] The mesh panel 31 at the bottom of the barrier 3 is connected by a hinge and can be opened like a door. When closed, the mesh panel 31 can be firmly locked by using the interlocking structure of the hook 32 and the hook plate 33 and inserting a fastener (such as a screw). The hook plate 33 has holes inside for installing fasteners.

[0064] The robust netting 3 effectively prevents animals from damaging the feeding system, while the openable mesh panel 31 provides a convenient access for maintenance when the internal feeding components 2 and adjustment mechanism 5 need to be operated or maintained.

[0065] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, a support leg assembly 4 is also included. The support leg assembly 4 includes several adjustable legs fixed to the outside of the feeding bin 11. The adjustable legs include support leg one 41 and support leg two 42. The support leg one 41 and support leg two 42 are fixedly connected by a connecting clamp 43.

[0066] A stabilizing plate 44 is provided at the end of the second support leg 42 away from the first support leg 41, and a chain 45 is threaded through a plurality of the stabilizing plates 44.

[0067] Outrigger 1 41 and outrigger 2 42 are connected and fixed by connecting hoop 43. The bottom stabilizing plate 44 increases the contact area with the ground. Chain 45 connects multiple stabilizing plates 44 together. The combination of stabilizing plates 44 and chain 45 forms a coordinated stabilization system, which can effectively prevent the equipment from overturning due to soft ground or animal collisions, and enhance the overall stability.

[0068] like Figure 1-9 As shown, in some embodiments, the interior of the feeding bin 11 is provided with a triangular support frame 17, and a viewing window 18 is provided on one side of the feeding bin 11.

[0069] The triangular support frame 17 is supported on the inner wall of the feeding hopper 11. The stability of the triangle enhances the structural strength. The viewing window 18 is a transparent observation port opened on the side wall of the feeding hopper 11. The triangular support frame 17 ensures that the feeding hopper 11 will not deform or be damaged due to the bulging of the side wall when it is fully loaded with food, thus improving the structural reliability. The viewing window 18 allows users to intuitively observe the remaining amount of food without opening the hopper cover 13, which facilitates material management.

[0070] In summary, by adopting a double-layered, large-capacity feed hopper assembly 1 on a conventional deer feeder, the system achieves simple assembly, saves packaging space, and allows for long-term use with a single feeding. The netting 3 surrounding the feeding assembly 2 and the adjustment mechanism 5 effectively prevents animal damage. The solar panel 14 and battery 28 on the top of the hopper cover 13 form a large-capacity solar power system, significantly extending the frequency of battery replacement. The turntable 23 and feeding paddle 24 of the feeding assembly 2, in conjunction with the high-speed feeding motor 22, enable long-distance feeding. Users can flexibly set the motor speed, daily feeding frequency, precise time, and feeding amount via the controller 25. The system is simple and convenient to operate, achieving multi-functional automated feeding.

[0071] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A deer feeder comprising: include: A hopper assembly (1) for storing food; The throwing assembly (2) is installed at the bottom of the hopper assembly (1) via an adjustment mechanism (5). The throwing assembly (2) includes a throwing motor (22) and a turntable (23) driven by the throwing motor (22) for throwing food from the hopper assembly (1) outward. A solar panel (14) is disposed on top of the hopper assembly (1) for powering the throwing motor (22); A barrier net (3) is set at the bottom of the hopper assembly (1) and surrounds the throwing assembly (2) and the adjusting mechanism (5).

2. A deer feeder as defined in claim 1 wherein: The hopper assembly (1) includes a discharge hopper (11) and an upper hopper (12) which is detachably fitted on top of it via a connecting piece (19). The diameter of the upper hopper (12) is larger than that of the discharge hopper (11), and a conical discharge port (111) is formed at the bottom of the discharge hopper (11).

3. A deer feeder as defined in claim 1 wherein: The hopper assembly (1) also includes a hopper cover (13), one end of which is hinged to the top of the feeding hopper (12) via a hinge (15), and the other end is connected to the top of the feeding hopper (12) via a latch (16). The solar panel (14) is disposed on the top of the hopper cover (13).

4. The device of claim 1, wherein: The throwing assembly (2) also includes an assembly housing (21). The throwing motor (22) is located inside the assembly housing (21). The output end of the throwing motor (22) extends to the top of the assembly housing (21) and is fixedly connected to the turntable (23). The turntable (23) is coaxially opposite to the discharge port (111). Several throwing paddles (24) are evenly distributed on the turntable (23).

5. A deercall according to claim 4, wherein: The component housing (21) is also equipped with a controller (25) and a battery (28). The controller (25), the battery (28) and the throwing motor (22) are electrically connected. The controller (25) is used to control the start, stop and speed of the throwing motor (22).

6. A deer feeder as defined in claim 4 wherein: The material throwing assembly (2) also includes a side cover (26), and both ends of one side of the side cover (26) are provided with sliding grooves (262). Both ends of one side of the assembly housing (21) are provided with slides (27) that are slidably engaged with the two sliding grooves (262). The side cover (26) is locked by a wing screw (261).

7. The device of claim 1, wherein: The adjustment mechanism (5) includes a fixed arm (51) fixedly installed at the bottom of the hopper assembly (1) and a limiting groove (52) installed on the outer shell (21) of the assembly. The fixed arm (51) and the limiting groove (52) are locked by a wing screw (54), and the fixed arm (51) is provided with an elongated hole (53) for the wing screw (54) to move to adjust the relative position.

8. The device of claim 1, wherein: The bottom of the barrier net (3) is hinged with an openable mesh plate (31), which is locked by hooks (32) and hook plates (33) set on the barrier net (3).

9. The device of claim 1, wherein: It also includes a support leg assembly (4), which includes several adjustable legs fixed to the outside of the feeding bin (11). The adjustable legs include support leg one (41) and support leg two (42), and support leg one (41) and support leg two (42) are fixedly connected by a connecting clamp (43). A stabilizing plate (44) is provided at the end of the second support leg (42) away from the first support leg (41), and a chain (45) is threaded through a plurality of the stabilizing plates (44).

10. The device of claim 2, wherein: The inside of the feeding bin (11) is provided with a useful triangular support frame (17), and a viewing window (18) is provided on one side of the feeding bin (11).

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