An ice drink machine and a function switch assembly thereof

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of ice drinker and its function switch subassembly, the function switch subassembly of ice drinker includes: encoder module, rotary button and switch module;Encoder module includes rotating ring part and base part, rotating ring part rotation is set on base part, and with base part inductive cooperation, and through passage is formed in base part;Rotary button is circumferentially limited with rotating ring part and cooperates, and rotary button is also with rotating ring part movable cooperation, to make rotary button can move back and forth along the extension direction of through passage;Switch module is set in through passage, and trigger cooperation part is formed on rotary button, after rotary button moves along the extension direction of through passage towards switch module, trigger cooperation part and switch module inductive cooperation.Relative to prior art, the rotary button of the function switch subassembly of the utility model's ice drinker can be realized operation by rotating, also can be realized operation by pressing rotary button, overall structure is stable, high in strength, good in waterproofness.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drinking water technology, specifically to an ice drink machine and its functional switch assembly. Background Technology

[0002] Ice drink makers, as an economical household appliance, are widely popular. Ice makers, also economical appliances capable of producing ice water and ice cubes, have gradually moved from being primarily found in hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, and canteens to being common in homes. In recent years, driven by the need to save consumers money, facilitate daily use and maintenance, and compete in the market, household appliance manufacturers have launched ice drink makers—combining the functions of an ice drink maker and an ice maker—to provide users with ice water and other drinking water.

[0003] As beverage machines offer more and more functions, they often adopt a knob design to facilitate function switching. By rotating the knob, the encoder is controlled, thereby switching between different functions. However, currently, knobs cannot be pressed; they can only be rotated, resulting in a single control method and a limited range of switchable functions. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings and deficiencies in the existing technology and provide an ice drink machine and its functional switch assembly.

[0005] One embodiment of the present invention provides a functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine, comprising: an encoder module, a rotary button, and a switch module;

[0006] The encoder module includes a rotating ring and a base. The rotating ring is rotatably mounted on the base and engages with the base in a sensing manner. A through channel is formed inside the base.

[0007] The rotary button is circumferentially limited by the rotary ring, and the rotary button is also movably engaged with the rotary ring so that the rotary button can move back and forth along the extension direction of the through channel;

[0008] The switch module is disposed within the through channel, and a trigger engagement part is formed on the rotary button. After the rotary button moves toward the switch module along the extension direction of the through channel, the trigger engagement part engages with the switch module.

[0009] In some alternative embodiments, the rotary button is provided with an inner movable part and an outer movable part, the inner movable part extends movably into the through channel, the trigger engagement part is disposed on the inner movable part, and the outer movable part is arranged around the base part.

[0010] In some alternative embodiments, the rotary button includes a button housing and a button inner housing, the button inner housing and the button housing being detachably connected, the button housing being arranged around the button inner housing, the inner movable portion being formed on the button inner housing, and the outer movable portion being formed on the button housing.

[0011] In some alternative embodiments, the rotating ring is provided with a first guide groove extending along the extension direction of the through channel, and the rotary button is provided with a first sliding part, the first sliding part slidingly engaging with the first guide groove.

[0012] In some alternative embodiments, the rotating ring is arranged on the outside of the base portion and surrounds the base portion, and a second guide groove extending along the extension direction of the through channel is provided on the inner side of the through channel.

[0013] Alternatively, the rotating ring portion is arranged within the through channel, and a second guide groove extending along the extension direction of the through channel is provided on the outer side of the base portion.

[0014] The button outer shell and the button inner shell are rotatably coupled. The button inner shell is provided with a second sliding part, which is slidably coupled with the second guide groove.

[0015] In some optional embodiments, the rotating ring portion and / or the base portion are provided with a plurality of button limiting grooves extending along the extension direction of the through channel, and the rotating button is provided with a plurality of limiting buckles, the limiting buckles being movably disposed within the limiting grooves.

[0016] In some alternative embodiments, the function switch assembly of the iced beverage machine further includes a circuit board, on which both the base and the switch module are disposed, and both the base and the switch module are electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0017] In some alternative implementations, the rotary button is provided with a display screen assembly.

[0018] Another embodiment of this utility model provides an ice drink machine, including: a function switch assembly for an ice drink machine as described above.

[0019] In some alternative embodiments, the iced beverage machine further includes a housing having a knob mounting hole and a water-retaining ring arranged around the knob mounting hole, the base being disposed inside the housing and arranged at the knob mounting hole;

[0020] The rotary button is rotatably mounted at the knob mounting hole and located on the outside of the housing. A water-blocking ring groove is provided on the side of the rotary button facing the housing, and the water-blocking ring extends into the water-blocking ring groove.

[0021] Compared to existing technologies, the rotary button of the function switch assembly of the ice drink machine of this utility model can be operated by both rotating and pressing the rotary button. The overall structure is stable, strong, and waterproof.

[0022] To provide a clearer understanding of this invention, the specific embodiments of this invention will be described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the function switch assembly of an ice drink machine according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the function switch assembly of an ice drink machine according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the function switch assembly and the housing of an ice drink machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the encoder module according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a button housing according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the inner shell of a button according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an ice drink machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0031] 10. Encoder module; 11. Rotating ring; 111. First guide groove; 12. Base; 121. Through channel; 122. Second guide groove; 123. Button limiting groove; 20. Rotary button; 21. Trigger mating part; 22. Inner moving part; 23. Outer moving part; 24. Button housing; 241. First sliding part; 25. Button inner housing; 251. Second sliding part; 26. Limiting buckle part; 27. Display assembly; 28. Water-retaining ring groove; 30. Switch module; 40. Circuit board; 50. Housing; 51. Mounting hole; 52. Water-retaining ring. Detailed Implementation

[0032] 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 scope of protection of the present utility model. In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more, and "a number" means one or more. In addition, unless otherwise stated, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation 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.

[0034] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some alternative implementations," or "some optional embodiments," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0036] Please see Figures 1 to 4 This utility model provides a functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine, comprising: an encoder module 10, a rotary button 20, and a switch module 30.

[0037] The encoder module 10 includes a rotating ring portion 11 and a base portion 12. The rotating ring portion 11 is rotatably disposed on the base portion 12 and is inductively engaged with the base portion 12. A through channel 121 is formed in the base portion 12.

[0038] The rotary button 20 is circumferentially limited to the rotating ring 11, and the rotary button 20 is also movably engaged with the rotating ring 11 so that the rotary button 20 can move back and forth along the extension direction of the through channel 121.

[0039] The switch module 30 is disposed in the through channel 121. The rotary button 20 has a trigger engagement part 21. After the rotary button 20 moves toward the switch module 30 along the extension direction of the through channel 121, the trigger engagement part 21 engages with the switch module 30.

[0040] The working principle of the function switch group of an ice drink machine according to an embodiment of this utility model is explained below:

[0041] When the rotary button 20 is rotated, it drives the rotating ring 11 to rotate relative to the base 12, thereby triggering an angular displacement of the rotating ring 11 relative to the base 12. The base 12 converts the angular displacement of the rotating ring 11 into an electrical signal, which is then sent to other components of the beverage machine to achieve different function control. The rotary button 20 can also be pressed. When the rotary button 20 is pressed, the trigger engagement part 21 on the rotary button 20 will trigger the switch module 30 to achieve function control.

[0042] In this embodiment, rotating the rotary button 20 can control the activation of different functions of the ice drink machine, while rotating the rotary button 20 triggers the switch module 30 to control the power supply of the ice drink machine to be turned on or off.

[0043] The rotary button 20 is rotatably located on the outside of the housing 50 of the ice drink machine.

[0044] The specific structure of the switch module 30 can be designed according to actual needs. For example, the switch module 30 can be a mechanical switch, a proximity switch, a photoelectric switch, etc. In this embodiment, the switch module 30 is a mechanical switch. After the rotary button 20 is pressed, the trigger mating part 21 presses against the mechanical switch to achieve triggering.

[0045] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 6 In some optional embodiments, the rotary button 20 is provided with an inner movable part 22 and an outer movable part 23. The inner movable part 22 extends into the through channel 121, and the trigger engagement part 21 is provided on the inner movable part 22. The outer movable part 23 is arranged around the base part 12. The outer movable part 23 moves outside the base part 12 while the inner movable part 22 moves inside the channel. The inner movable part 22 and the outer movable part 23 cooperate to improve the stability of the rotary button 20 when pressed and rotated, making it less prone to shaking.

[0046] To facilitate the formation of the inner movable part 22 and the outer movable part 23, in some optional embodiments, the rotary button 20 includes a button housing 24 and a button inner housing 25, which are detachably connected. The button housing 24 is arranged around the button inner housing 25, the inner movable part 22 is formed on the button inner housing 25, and the outer movable part 23 is formed on the button housing 24. In this embodiment, the button inner housing 25 and the button housing 24 are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​structure, screws, or other suitable structure.

[0047] To improve the pressing stability of the rotary button 20, in some optional embodiments, the rotating ring portion 11 is provided with a first guide groove 111 extending along the extending direction of the through channel 121, and the rotary button 20 is provided with a first sliding portion 241, which slides in cooperation with the first guide groove 111. Additionally, the first guide groove 111 can also prevent the rotary button 20 and the rotating ring portion 11 from rotating relative to each other, allowing the rotary button 20 to drive the rotating ring portion 11 to rotate. In this embodiment, the first sliding portion 241 is provided on the button housing 24.

[0048] In some alternative embodiments, the rotating ring portion 11 is arranged on the outside of the base portion 12 and surrounds the base portion 12, and a second guide groove 122 extending along the extension direction of the through channel 121 is provided on the inner side of the through channel 121; or, the rotating ring portion 11 is arranged inside the through channel 121, and a second guide groove 122 extending along the extension direction of the through channel 121 is provided on the outside of the base portion 121; in this embodiment, the rotating ring portion 11 is arranged on the outside of the base portion 12, and a second guide groove 122 extending along the extension direction of the through channel 121 is provided on the inner side of the through channel 121 as an example for description.

[0049] The button housing 24 and the button inner housing 25 are rotatably engaged. The button inner housing 25 is provided with a second sliding part 251, which is slidably engaged with the second guide groove 122, thereby improving the pressing stability of the rotary button 20. The second guide groove 122 can also restrict the button inner housing 25 and the base part 12 from rotating relative to each other. When the rotary button 20 needs to be rotated, the button housing 20 and the rotating ring part 11 are rotated, while the button inner housing 25 does not rotate. When the rotary button 20 is pressed, the button housing 24 and the button inner housing 25 move together along the extension direction of the through channel 121 toward the switch module 30.

[0050] In some optional embodiments, the rotating ring portion 11 and / or the base portion 12 are provided with a plurality of button limiting grooves 123 extending along the extension direction of the through channel 121, and the rotating button 20 is provided with a plurality of limiting latches 26. The limiting latches 26 are movably disposed within the limiting grooves. Through the limiting cooperation between the button limiting grooves 123 and the limiting latches 26, the rotating button 20 is prevented from extending along the extension direction of the through channel 121 and detaching from the encoder module 10. The button limiting grooves 123 and the limiting latches 26 can also slide relative to each other, thereby improving the stability of movement. When the rotating ring portion 11 is provided with button limiting grooves 123, the button housing 24 is provided with limiting latches 26. The cooperation between the button limiting grooves 123 and the limiting latches 26 can both prevent the button housing 24 from detaching from the rotating ring portion 11 along the extension direction of the through channel 121 and prevent the rotating ring portion 11 and the button housing 24 from rotating relative to each other. When the base portion 12 is provided with a button limiting groove 123, the button inner shell 25 is provided with a limiting buckle 26. The button limiting groove 123 and the limiting buckle 26 cooperate to prevent the button inner shell 25 from separating from the base portion 12 along the extension direction of the through channel 121. The button limiting groove 123 and the limiting buckle 26 can also prevent the base portion 12 and the button inner shell 25 from rotating relative to each other.

[0051] In some alternative embodiments, the function switch assembly of the iced beverage machine also includes a circuit board 40, with the base 12 and switch module 30 both mounted on the circuit board 40. The base 12 and switch module 30 are electrically connected to the circuit board 40. The circuit board 40 receives electrical signals from the encoder module 10 and switch module 30, and then sends control signals to each function module of the iced beverage machine to realize the function control of the iced beverage machine.

[0052] In some alternative embodiments, a display screen assembly 27 is provided on the rotary button 20, and the display screen assembly 27 is electrically connected to the circuit board 40. The display screen assembly 27 can display the switched function content or other suitable screens. In this embodiment, the display screen assembly 27 is disposed on the inner shell 25 of the button, so that when the outer shell 24 of the button rotates, thereby causing the rotating ring 11 to rotate, the display screen assembly 27 will not rotate.

[0053] Please see Figure 7 The aforementioned functional switch component for an iced beverage machine can be applied to an iced beverage machine, which includes: the aforementioned functional switch component for an iced beverage machine.

[0054] In some optional embodiments, the ice drink machine further includes a housing 50, on which a knob mounting hole 51 and a water-retaining ring 52 arranged around the knob mounting hole 51 are provided. A base portion 12 is disposed within the housing 50 and located at the knob mounting hole 51. A rotary button 20 is rotatably disposed at the knob mounting hole 51 and located on the outside of the housing 50. A water-retaining ring groove 28 is provided on the side of the rotary button 20 facing the housing 50, and the water-retaining ring 52 extends into the water-retaining ring groove 28. The design of the water-retaining ring 52 and the water-retaining ring groove 28 ensures that liquid must pass through the curved gap of the water-retaining ring 52 and the water-retaining ring groove 28 to enter the housing 50, effectively preventing liquid from entering the housing 50 and improving waterproof performance. In this embodiment, the water-retaining ring groove 28 is provided on the button housing 24.

[0055] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine, characterized in that, include: Encoder module, rotary button and switch module; The encoder module includes a rotating ring and a base. The rotating ring is rotatably mounted on the base and engages with the base in a sensing manner. A through channel is formed inside the base. The rotary button is circumferentially limited by the rotary ring, and the rotary button is also movably engaged with the rotary ring so that the rotary button can move back and forth along the extension direction of the through channel; The switch module is disposed within the through channel, and a trigger engagement part is formed on the rotary button. After the rotary button moves toward the switch module along the extension direction of the through channel, the trigger engagement part engages with the switch module.

2. The functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotary button is provided with an inner movable part and an outer movable part. The inner movable part extends into the through channel. The trigger engagement part is provided on the inner movable part. The outer movable part is arranged around the base part.

3. The functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotary button includes a button housing and a button inner housing, which are detachably connected. The button housing is arranged around the button inner housing, and the inner movable part is formed on the button inner housing, while the outer movable part is formed on the button housing.

4. The functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating ring is provided with a first guide groove extending along the extension direction of the through channel, and the rotating button is provided with a first sliding part, which slides in cooperation with the first guide groove.

5. The functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating ring is arranged on the outside of the base portion and surrounds the base portion, and a second guide groove extending along the extension direction of the through channel is provided on the inner side of the through channel. Alternatively, the rotating ring portion is arranged within the through channel, and a second guide groove extending along the extension direction of the through channel is provided on the outer side of the base portion. The button outer shell and the button inner shell are rotatably coupled. The button inner shell is provided with a second sliding part, which is slidably coupled with the second guide groove.

6. The functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating ring and / or the base portion are provided with a plurality of button limiting grooves extending along the extension direction of the through channel, and the rotating button is provided with a plurality of limiting buckles, the limiting buckles being movably disposed within the limiting grooves.

7. A functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, It also includes a circuit board, on which both the base and the switch module are disposed, and both the base and the switch module are electrically connected to the circuit board.

8. A functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The rotary button is equipped with a display screen assembly.

9. An iced beverage machine, characterized in that, include: A functional switch assembly for an iced beverage machine as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. An ice drink machine according to claim 9, characterized in that, It also includes a housing, on which a knob mounting hole and a water-retaining ring are provided, and the base is disposed inside the housing and arranged at the knob mounting hole; The rotary button is rotatably mounted at the knob mounting hole and located on the outside of the housing. A water-blocking ring groove is provided on the side of the rotary button facing the housing, and the water-blocking ring extends into the water-blocking ring groove.

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