A multi-channel temperature-adjusting tea discharging system

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of multi-channel temperature-adjusting tea output system, it is related to water dispenser technical field, through cold tank storage and output cold water, through water tank storage and output normal temperature water, cold tank is connected with outlet main road pipeline by first outlet branch pipeline, water tank is connected with outlet main road pipeline by second outlet branch pipeline, the output end of outlet main road pipeline is connected with first output pipeline, second output pipeline, first output pipeline realizes hot water output by setting heating component, the output end of first output pipeline is connected with outlet, tea water pipeline, the output end of second output pipeline is connected with outlet, tea water pipeline, tea water pipeline is stored tea leaf in tea leaf storage body by setting, tea leaf is used to output tea water, the output end of tea water pipeline is connected with outlet, the output of tea water of different temperature is realized, solve water singularity, direct drinking can also drink other tea drink, realize outlet systematization, drinking water diversification.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water dispenser technology, specifically to a multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system. Background Technology

[0002] A water dispenser is a device that heats or cools bottled purified water (or mineral water) for convenient drinking. Bottled water is placed on top of the machine and used in conjunction with bottled water dispensers. Water dispensers can be broadly categorized into three types: hot and warm, hot and cold, and hot, cold, warm, and cold.

[0003] Currently, most water dispensers on the market offer a combination of three water dispensing modes: cold water, room temperature water, and hot water. Furthermore, most only offer two modes and lack temperature adjustment. They also do not have a tea-drinking function, making their functionality rather limited. Users who wish to drink tea need to configure the dispenser themselves, which is cumbersome. They lack a complete and independent system and thus offer limited versatility. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system that can be used for daily drinking water and tea, with adjustable temperature and multiple functions.

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system, comprising a cold tank and a water tank. The cold tank is used to store and dispense cold water, and the water tank is used to store and dispense room temperature water. The cold tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe via a first branch outlet pipe, and the water tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe via a second branch outlet pipe. The output end of the main water outlet pipe is connected to a first output pipe and a second output pipe. The first output pipe is equipped with a heating element for dispensing room temperature water and hot water. The output end of the first output pipe is connected to a water outlet and a tea water pipe. The output end of the second output pipe is connected to the water outlet and the tea water pipe. The tea water pipe is equipped with a tea storage body, which stores tea leaves for dispensing tea water. The output end of the tea water pipe is connected to the water outlet.

[0006] It also includes a water inlet pipe connected to the water inlet end of the cold tank and the water tank. The water inlet pipe is connected to the cold tank through a first water inlet branch pipe and to the water tank through a second water inlet branch pipe. The first water inlet branch pipe is equipped with a cold tank water inlet valve, the second water inlet branch pipe is equipped with a water tank water inlet valve, and the water inlet pipe is equipped with a pressure reducing valve.

[0007] It also includes an exhaust pipe installed between the cold tank and the main water outlet pipeline, and the exhaust pipe is equipped with an exhaust valve.

[0008] It also includes a UV lamp installed in the main outlet pipe for disinfecting and sterilizing the water flowing through the main outlet pipe.

[0009] It also includes a flow meter installed in the main outlet pipeline for detecting the flow rate of water passing through the main outlet pipeline.

[0010] It also includes a temperature sensor installed at the water outlet for detecting the water temperature at the outlet.

[0011] The main water outlet pipe is connected to the first output pipe and the second output pipe via a first three-way valve. The output end of the first output pipe is connected to the water outlet and the tea water pipe via a second three-way valve. The first output pipe is connected to the heating component via a third three-way valve.

[0012] It also includes a wastewater ratio set in the second output pipeline, used to adjust the pressure and flow rate of the water output from the second output pipeline.

[0013] It also includes a second tea water pipeline located between the output end of the first output pipeline and the tea water pipeline, the second tea water pipeline being equipped with an air pump and a one-way valve for controlling the state of the air pump.

[0014] The tea storage container is either a capsule-shaped tea canister or a hanging tea canister.

[0015] The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system provided in this embodiment of the invention has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0016] The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system provided in this embodiment of the invention stores and dispenses cold water through a cold tank and room temperature water through a water tank. The cold tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe through a first branch pipe, and the water tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe through a second branch pipe. The output end of the main water outlet pipe is connected to the first and second output pipes. The first output pipe is equipped with a heating element to dispense hot water, and its output end is connected to the water outlet and the tea water pipe. The output end of the second output pipe is also connected to the water outlet and the tea water pipe. The tea water pipe is equipped with a tea storage body to store tea leaves for dispensing tea water. Its output end is connected to the water outlet, enabling the dispensing of tea water at different temperatures. This solves the problem of water monotony, allowing users to drink other tea beverages while drinking directly from the water, thus achieving a systematic water dispensing system and diversified drinking water options. Attached Figure Description

[0017] 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 some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system provided by this utility model;

[0019] Among them, 10-cold tank, 20-water tank, 11-first water outlet branch pipe, 40-main water outlet pipe, 21-second water outlet branch pipe, 22-first output pipe, 12-second output pipe, 50-heating component, 60-water outlet, 70-tea water pipe connection, 80-tea storage body, 30-water inlet pipe, 31-first water inlet branch pipe, 32-second water inlet branch pipe, 22-cold tank water inlet valve, 34-water tank water inlet valve, 35-pressure reducing valve, 13-exhaust pipe, 14-exhaust valve, 41-UV lamp, 42-flow meter, 91-first three-way valve, 92-second three-way valve, 93-third three-way valve, 15-wastewater ratio, 94-second tea water pipe, 95-air pump, 96-one-way valve, 111-cold tank water outlet valve. Detailed Implementation

[0020] 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.

[0021] Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of one embodiment of the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system provided by this utility model.

[0022] In one specific embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system includes a cold tank 10 and a water tank 20. The cold tank 10 is used to store and dispense cold water, and the water tank 20 is used to store and dispense room temperature water. The cold tank 10 is connected to the main water outlet pipe 40 via a first water outlet branch pipe 11, and the water tank 20 is connected to the main water outlet pipe 40 via a second water outlet branch pipe 21. The output end of the main water outlet pipe 40 is connected to a first output pipe 22 and a second output pipe 12. The first output pipe 22 is equipped with a heating element 50 for dispensing room temperature water and hot water. The output end of the first output pipe 22 is connected to a water outlet 60 and a tea water pipe 70. The output end of the second output pipe 12 is connected to the water outlet 60 and the tea water pipe 70. The tea water pipe is equipped with a tea storage body 80, which stores tea leaves for dispensing tea water. The output end of the tea water pipe is connected to the water outlet 60.

[0023] The system stores and outputs cold water through a cold tank 10 and room temperature water through a water tank 20. The cold tank 10 is connected to the main water outlet pipe 40 through a first water outlet branch pipe 11. The water tank 20 is connected to the main water outlet pipe 40 through a second water outlet branch pipe 21. The output end of the main water outlet pipe 40 is connected to the first output pipe 22 and the second output pipe 12. The first output pipe 22 outputs hot water by setting a heating element 50. The output end of the first output pipe 22 is connected to the water outlet 60 and the tea water pipe 70. The output end of the second output pipe 12 is connected to the water outlet 60 and the tea water pipe 70. The tea water pipe stores tea leaves in a tea storage body 80 for tea water output. The output end of the tea water pipe is connected to the water outlet 60, realizing the output of tea water at different temperatures, solving the problem of water monotony, allowing people to drink other tea drinks while drinking directly, realizing a systematic water output system and diversified drinking water.

[0024] The first water outlet branch pipe 11 can be equipped with a cold tank outlet valve 111 to control the pipe opening and closing, and the second water outlet branch pipe 21 can also be equipped with a water pump 211 to pump water out.

[0025] In this application, cold tank 10 and water tank 20 are used for the storage and output of ambient temperature water and cold water. The method by which cold tank 10 and water tank 20 obtain the relevant water source is not limited. It can be to directly obtain water source of the relevant temperature, such as obtaining cold water through the corresponding pipeline of cold tank 10 and obtaining corresponding ambient temperature water through the corresponding pipeline of water tank 20, and then performing heat preservation and other operations. Alternatively, water can be introduced through the same pipeline and then cooled to form cold water and temperature-controlled ambient temperature water, etc. This application does not limit this.

[0026] In one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system further includes a water inlet pipe 30 connected to the water inlet of the cold tank 10 and the water tank 20. The water inlet pipe 30 is connected to the cold tank 10 via a first water inlet branch pipe 31 and to the water tank 20 via a second water inlet branch pipe 32. The first water inlet branch pipe 31 is equipped with a water inlet valve for the cold tank 10, the second water inlet branch pipe 32 is equipped with a water inlet valve for the water tank, and the water inlet pipe 30 is equipped with a pressure reducing valve 35.

[0027] The inlet pipe 30 connects to the first inlet branch pipe 31 and the cold tank 10 to achieve cold water input. The second inlet branch pipe 32 connects to the water tank 20 to achieve room temperature water input. The cold water inlet valve of the cold tank 10 is set in the first inlet branch pipe 31 to achieve cold water inlet control. The water tank inlet valve 34 is set in the second inlet branch pipe 32 to achieve room temperature water inlet control. The inlet pressure is controlled by the pressure reducing valve 35 set in the inlet pipe 30 to achieve water inlet pressure control and improve control efficiency.

[0028] The control of the cold tank 10 inlet valve, the water tank inlet valve 34, and the pressure reducing valve 35 in this application can be manual or automatic, such as using a PLC controller to achieve automated control, or using other components for control.

[0029] Since the pressure gauge changes during the input and output of the cold tank 10, it is not conducive to the control of water flow. In order to solve this technical problem, in one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-regulating tea dispensing system further includes an exhaust pipe 13 disposed between the cold tank 10 and the main water outlet pipe 40, and the exhaust pipe 13 is provided with an exhaust valve 14.

[0030] By installing an exhaust valve 14 in the exhaust pipe 13, real-time control of the air pressure in the cold tank 10 can be achieved, improving control efficiency and enabling stable input and output of cold water.

[0031] The exhaust valve 14 in this application can be manually controlled or automatically controlled; this application does not limit it in this regard.

[0032] Since the present application involves the storage, input, and output of both room temperature water and cold water, there is a possibility of bacterial growth in the relevant pipelines, which may affect water quality safety. In order to ensure drinking water safety, in one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system further includes a UV lamp 41 installed in the main water outlet pipeline 40 for disinfecting and sterilizing the water flowing through the main water outlet pipeline 40.

[0033] By installing UV lamps 41 in the main water outlet pipe 40, the water flowing through the main water outlet pipe 40 is disinfected and sterilized, ensuring the safety of the water flow and improving drinking water safety.

[0034] This application includes, but is not limited to, using UV lamp 41 for water disinfection; other equipment may also be used for the treatment.

[0035] In this application, a UV lamp 41 is used to irradiate the main water outlet pipe 40 with ultraviolet light. A transparent window can be set at the corresponding position to irradiate the relevant pipes, or a transparent pipe can be directly installed on the pipes in the relevant area.

[0036] To further enable flow rate monitoring of the output water, in one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system also includes a flow meter 42 installed in the main water outlet pipe 40 for detecting the flow rate of the water passing through the main water outlet pipe 40.

[0037] By installing a flow meter 42 in the main outlet pipe 40, the flow rate of water flowing through the main outlet pipe 40 can be detected, thereby improving control efficiency and energy utilization efficiency of the water flow.

[0038] This application does not limit the location or installation method of the flow meter 42.

[0039] To further improve the monitoring of the output water flow, in one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system also includes a temperature sensor installed at the water outlet 60 for detecting the water temperature at the water outlet 60.

[0040] By installing a temperature sensor at the water outlet 60 to detect the water temperature, the temperature of different beverages can be controlled, making it convenient for users to control the temperature and improving the user experience.

[0041] This application does not impose any restrictions on the location, number, or setting method of the temperature sensors.

[0042] In this application, the output beverage temperature can be monitored and controlled using a temperature sensor, and the output temperature can be controlled in real time as needed.

[0043] Since there are multiple pipelines in this application, in order to simplify the pipeline structure and improve control efficiency, in one embodiment, the output end of the main water outlet pipeline 40 is connected to the first output pipeline 22 and the second output pipeline 12 through a first three-way valve 91, the output end of the first output pipeline 22 is connected to the water outlet 60 and the tea pipeline through a second three-way valve 92, and the first output pipeline 22 is connected to the heating component 50 through a third three-way valve 93.

[0044] The switching of different pipelines is achieved by connecting the first three-way valve 91, the second three-way valve 92, and the third three-way valve 93, thereby improving switching efficiency and control efficiency.

[0045] This application includes, but is not limited to, using a first three-way valve 91, a second three-way valve 92, and a third three-way valve 93 to control the direction of related pipelines, thereby improving control efficiency.

[0046] Since tea needs to be brewed during use and the water pressure needs to be controlled, in one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system also includes a wastewater ratio 15 set in the second output pipe 12 to adjust the pressure and flow rate of the water output from the second output pipe 12.

[0047] By setting the wastewater ratio to 15, which acts as a throttling device, the water flow rate is reduced while the water pressure is increased, allowing the water to blend more quickly with the tea leaves in the tea canister, thus improving the taste.

[0048] This application does not limit the location of the wastewater ratio 15, nor does it limit its structure or installation method.

[0049] Since the water heated by the heating component 50 can be directly output or enter the tea water management system for tea production, in order to facilitate control, in one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system further includes a second tea water pipeline 94 disposed between the output end of the first output pipeline 22 and the tea water pipeline. The second tea water pipeline 94 is provided with an air pump 95 and a one-way valve 96 for controlling the state of the air pump 95.

[0050] By setting a second tea water pipeline 94 between the output end of the first output pipeline 22 and the tea water pipeline, the second tea water pipeline 94 is equipped with an air pump 95 and a one-way valve 96 for controlling the state of the air pump 95, so that residual water can be blown out when the tea water is used, preventing scalding from residual water and improving the safety of use.

[0051] This application does not limit the structure of the air pump 95 and the one-way valve 96 used to control the state of the air pump 95.

[0052] This application does not limit the structure, material, or installation method of the tea storage body 80. The tea storage body 80 is a capsule-shaped tea canister, a hanging tea canister, or a tea canister of other shapes and structures.

[0053] In one embodiment, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system, such as Figure 1 As shown, the water supply is mainly provided by a cold tank 10 and a water tank 20. The cold tank 10 is responsible for cold water, and the water tank 20 is responsible for room temperature water and hot water.

[0054] Normal temperature water outlet: Water tank 20 → Water pump 211 → Flow meter 42 → UV lamp 41 → First three-way valve 91 → Third three-way valve 93 → Heating component 50 (not started) → Second three-way valve 92 → Water outlet.

[0055] Hot water output: Water tank 20 → Water pump 211 → Flow meter 42 → UV lamp 41 → First three-way valve 91 → Third three-way valve 93 → Heating component 50 (start) → Second three-way valve 92 → Water outlet (temperature adjustment is achieved through the heating power of heating component 50).

[0056] Cold water outlet: Cold tank 10 → Flow meter 42 → UV lamp 41 → First three-way valve 91 → Third three-way valve 93 → Second three-way valve 92 → Outlet.

[0057] Tea drinking (hot): Water tank 20 → Water pump 211 → Flow meter 42 → UV lamp 41 → First three-way valve 91 → Third three-way valve 93 → Heating component 50 (start) → Second three-way valve 92 → Capsule box → Water outlet.

[0058] Tea drinking (cold): Cold tank 10 → Flow meter 42 → UV lamp 41 → First three-way valve 91 → Wastewater ratio 15 → Capsule box → Water outlet.

[0059] Currently, the cold water tank 10 in the water system primarily serves as a water source for cold water and cold tea drinks. As a dedicated cold water source, cold water tank 10 effectively provides a stable water supply. Suitable beverages for cold-brewed tea include coffee, lemon black tea, and peach oolong tea, which can be brewed with cold water or drunk directly.

[0060] Hot runner tea is mainly suitable for teas that need to be drunk at high temperatures. It can also be drunk directly or with temperature adjustment to choose the temperature for direct drinking.

[0061] To prevent flavor mixing, the water system separates the water supply for beverages from that for direct drinking, thus enhancing the overall experience of both types of beverages.

[0062] The tea storage container 80 uses a capsule structure. Taking the green tea capsule as an example, the set volume for the green tea capsule is 480ml. This volume is determined based on the type of tea, brewing conditions, and the tea's flavor. This fixed volume ensures that the tea's flavor is effectively brought out.

[0063] The 480ml capacity is divided into several increments of 60ml, with the lowest increment being 120ml. This increment is determined by the capacity of your existing cup, ensuring you get a "cup" of tea to meet your daily needs. Therefore, the green tea capsules offer six increments: 120ml, 180ml, 240ml, 360ml, 420ml, and 480ml. When the number of uses or the total amount exceeds the set value, a notification will appear indicating that the capsule has expired and needs to be replaced. Alternatively, you can choose to continue using it, but a warning will also appear indicating that the taste will deteriorate.

[0064] There are NTC sensors at the heating element and cooling pipe to detect the cooling temperature of the cooling pipe, as well as the heating temperature and the outlet water temperature. This allows residual water to be blown out when the capsule cup is in use, preventing scalding from residual water.

[0065] In summary, the multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system provided by this utility model embodiment stores and dispenses cold water through a cold tank and stores and dispenses room temperature water through a water tank. The cold tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe through a first water outlet branch pipe, and the water tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe through a second water outlet branch pipe. The output end of the main water outlet pipe is connected to the first output pipe and the second output pipe. The first output pipe is equipped with a heating component to dispense hot water. The output end of the first output pipe is connected to the water outlet and the tea water pipe. The output end of the second output pipe is connected to the water outlet and the tea water pipe. The tea water pipe is equipped with a tea storage body to store tea leaves for dispensing tea water. The output end of the tea water pipe is connected to the water outlet, realizing the dispensing of tea water at different temperatures. This solves the problem of water monotony, allowing users to drink other tea beverages while drinking directly, thus achieving a systematic water dispensing system and diversified drinking water options.

[0066] The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system provided by this utility model has been described in detail above. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principle and implementation of this utility model. The descriptions of the embodiments above are only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core idea of ​​this utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system, characterized in that, The system includes a cold tank and a water tank. The cold tank is used to store and output cold water, and the water tank is used to store and output room temperature water. The cold tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe via a first branch outlet pipe, and the water tank is connected to the main water outlet pipe via a second branch outlet pipe. The output end of the main water outlet pipe is connected to a first output pipe and a second output pipe. The first output pipe is equipped with a heating element for outputting room temperature water and hot water. The output end of the first output pipe is connected to a water outlet and a tea water pipe. The output end of the second output pipe is connected to the water outlet and a tea water pipe. The tea water pipe is equipped with a tea storage body for storing tea leaves and outputting tea water. The output end of the tea water pipe is connected to the water outlet.

2. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a water inlet pipe connected to the water inlet end of the cold tank and the water tank. The water inlet pipe is connected to the cold tank through a first water inlet branch pipe and to the water tank through a second water inlet branch pipe. The first water inlet branch pipe is equipped with a cold tank water inlet valve, the second water inlet branch pipe is equipped with a water tank water inlet valve, and the water inlet pipe is equipped with a pressure reducing valve.

3. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an exhaust pipe installed between the cold tank and the main water outlet pipeline, and the exhaust pipe is equipped with an exhaust valve.

4. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a UV lamp installed in the main outlet pipe for disinfecting and sterilizing the water flowing through the main outlet pipe.

5. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a flow meter installed in the main outlet pipeline for detecting the flow rate of water passing through the main outlet pipeline.

6. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a temperature sensor installed at the water outlet for detecting the water temperature at the outlet.

7. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The output end of the main water outlet pipe is connected to the first output pipe and the second output pipe through a first three-way valve. The output end of the first output pipe is connected to the water outlet and the tea water pipe through a second three-way valve. The first output pipe is connected to the heating component through a third three-way valve.

8. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a wastewater ratio set in the second output pipeline, used to adjust the pressure and flow rate of the water output from the second output pipeline.

9. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes a second tea water pipeline disposed between the output end of the first output pipeline and the tea water pipeline, the second tea water pipeline being equipped with an air pump and a one-way valve for controlling the state of the air pump.

10. The multi-channel temperature-controlled tea dispensing system as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The tea storage container is a capsule-shaped tea canister or a hanging tea canister.

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