Supporting leg for a cooking apparatus and cooking apparatus having the same

Abstract

The utility model relates to domestic appliance technical field discloses the support foot for cooking equipment and has its cooking equipment, and the support foot includes: telescopic shell, has the accommodating cavity, and telescopic shell includes the upper cover and base of sliding connection, elastic part, elastic part sets up in accommodating cavity, and one end of elastic part is connected with the upper cover, and the other end is connected with the base, elastic part can exert the action of mutual far away to the base and the upper cover to adjust the height of support foot, and the utility model solves the problem that the support foot height of existing cooking equipment is fixed, and cooking equipment can not be stably placed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a support foot for cooking equipment and a cooking equipment having the same. Background Technology

[0002] Existing cooking equipment typically has fixed-height support feet that cannot be adjusted to suit usage needs or the installation environment. During mass production, it's impossible to guarantee that each support foot is at a consistent height, leading to unevenness. Furthermore, when the countertop is uneven, the fixed-height support feet cannot be adjusted to suit the environment, causing the equipment to tilt and become unstable, thus affecting the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a support foot for a cooking device and a cooking device having the same, to solve the problem that the support foot of existing cooking devices has a fixed height and the cooking device cannot be placed stably.

[0004] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a support foot for a cooking device, the support foot comprising: a telescopic shell having an internal receiving cavity, the telescopic shell including a slidably connected upper cover and a base; an elastic member disposed within the receiving cavity, one end of the elastic member abutting against the upper cover and the other end abutting against the base; the elastic member being capable of applying a force that moves away from each other to the base and the upper cover, thereby adjusting the height of the support foot.

[0005] Beneficial effects: The telescopic shell of the support feet consists of a slidingly connected upper cover and a base, and an elastic element is placed in the cavity inside the telescopic shell. Under the action of the elastic element, the upper cover and the base can slide relative to each other, thereby adjusting the height of the support feet. When the external force on the support feet is different, the compression of the elastic element is different. The height of the support feet can be adjusted according to the force. When the surface on which the cooking equipment is placed is uneven, the height of each support foot can be adjusted to make the cooking equipment level and ensure the stable operation of the cooking equipment. In addition, the elastic element can also play a role in shock absorption, reducing the damage that vibration may cause to the cooking equipment components during placement or transportation, and reducing the noise generated by the cooking equipment during operation.

[0006] During use, when a certain support foot is positioned higher than the other support feet, the support foot experiences a greater external force, and the elastic element between the top cover and the base is compressed over a wider range, resulting in a lower support foot height. Conversely, when a certain support foot is positioned lower than the other support feet, the support foot experiences a smaller external force, and the elastic element between the top cover and the base is compressed over a smaller range, resulting in a higher support foot height, thus keeping the entire cooking appliance at a uniform level.

[0007] In one alternative embodiment, the base is slidably connected to the inside of the upper cover.

[0008] Beneficial effects: The base and the top cover are slidably connected, allowing them to slide relative to each other. This enables the base and the top cover to reciprocate under the action of elastic elements, thus adjusting the height of the support feet. Furthermore, the base is connected to the inside of the top cover, so during use, the base is at least partially located inside the top cover, saving space.

[0009] In one optional embodiment, the upper cover is provided with a snap-fit ​​sliding groove; the base is provided with a sliding snap, and the sliding snap is slidably connected in the snap-fit ​​sliding groove.

[0010] Beneficial effects: The sliding connection between the top cover and the base is achieved through the snap-fit ​​sliding groove and the sliding snap. The snap-fit ​​sliding groove and the sliding snap have a simple structure, are easy to process and install, and are not easily damaged. While achieving the sliding connection, they can also play a limiting role to prevent the top cover and the base from separating.

[0011] In one alternative embodiment, the number of sliding buckles is two, and the two sliding buckles are arranged opposite each other along the circumference of the base.

[0012] Beneficial effects: The two sliding latches, positioned opposite each other along the circumference of the base, balance the force during the compression or recovery of the telescopic foot, preventing tilting or detachment due to uneven force. Furthermore, the opposite sides of the latches facilitate simultaneous pressing of both sides when installing or removing the base and cover, simplifying the installation and removal process. Additionally, the presence of two latches ensures that if one latch fails, the other can continue to function, reducing the probability of foot malfunction.

[0013] In one optional embodiment, the sliding buckle includes: an elastic rib; a limiting boss, one end of the elastic rib being fixed to the base, and the other end being provided with the limiting boss; the limiting boss is used to engage with the side edge of the buckle sliding groove near the base when the telescopic shell is in the ultimate release position, so as to prevent the top cover from detaching from the base.

[0014] Beneficial effects: The base is equipped with elastic ribs and limiting bosses. The elastic ribs connect the limiting bosses to the base, which allows the base and the top cover to slide relative to each other while being installed together. Utilizing the elasticity of the elastic ribs, the elastic ribs are pressed inward during installation to deform them and install them into the top cover. Then, under the action of the restoring force, the limiting bosses enter the snap-fit ​​sliding groove.

[0015] In one optional embodiment, the top cover includes a top wall and a peripheral wall, and the latch sliding groove includes a sliding section and a clearance section that are interconnected; the sliding section is disposed on the peripheral wall of the top cover and extends along the axial direction of the top cover, and the sliding section allows the sliding latch to slide; the clearance section is disposed on the top wall of the top cover, and the clearance section is used to allow the sliding latch to extend out of the top cover when the telescopic shell is in the ultimate compression position.

[0016] Beneficial effects: The buckle sliding groove includes a sliding section and a clearance section. The sliding section extends along the axial direction of the top cover. The sliding buckle slides in the sliding section, causing the top cover and the base to reciprocate along the axial direction of the top cover, adjusting the height of the support foot. A clearance section is provided on the top wall of the top cover, which allows the sliding buckle to pass through. This allows for a greater range of adjustable height of the support foot without increasing the height of the top cover.

[0017] In one optional embodiment, the top cover includes a top wall and a peripheral wall. A first annular limiting rib is provided on the inner side of the top wall of the top cover. A second annular limiting rib is provided on the inner side of the base. The elastic element is a spring. The two ends of the elastic element abut against the top wall of the top cover and the base, respectively, and are limited within the first and second annular limiting ribs.

[0018] Beneficial effects: The first annular limiting rib is set on the inner side of the top wall of the cover, and the second annular limiting rib is set on the inner side of the base. This can limit the spring and prevent it from shifting during compression and recovery, ensuring that the support foot can be adjusted in height normally.

[0019] In one alternative embodiment, an anti-slip pad is provided on the outer bottom of the base.

[0020] Beneficial effect: The anti-slip pads on the bottom of the support feet base can prevent slipping, making the cooking equipment more stable and less likely to slide.

[0021] In one optional embodiment, the top cover is provided with an elastic snap-fit ​​portion, and the cooking device is provided with a mounting hole, wherein the elastic snap-fit ​​portion is snapped and fixed in the mounting hole.

[0022] Beneficial effects: The upper cover of the support foot is equipped with an elastic snap-fit ​​part, and the cooking equipment is equipped with corresponding mounting holes. The elastic snap-fit ​​part snaps into the mounting holes, making the installation of the support foot simple and convenient.

[0023] Secondly, this utility model also provides a cooking device, including a device body and a support foot installed at the bottom of the device body.

[0024] Beneficial effects: Since the cooking equipment includes a support foot, it has the same effect as a support foot, so it will not be elaborated here. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific 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 from these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking device with supporting legs according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the assembly structure of a cooking device with supporting legs. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a support foot according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 4 for Figure 3 The exploded view of the supporting leg shown; Figure 5 for Figure 3 The cross-sectional view of the support leg shown; Figure 6 for Figure 3 The diagram shows the assembly relationship between the support legs and the cooking equipment.

[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Top cover; 11. Snap-on sliding groove; 12. First annular limiting rib; 13. Elastic snap-on part; 2. Base; 21. Sliding snap; 22. Second annular limiting rib; 23. Anti-slip pad; 3. Elastic component; 4. Cooking equipment. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0029] The following is combined Figures 1 to 6 The following describes embodiments of the present invention.

[0030] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in one aspect, a support foot for a cooking device is provided. The support foot includes: a telescopic shell with an internal cavity, the telescopic shell including a slidably connected upper cover 1 and a base 2; an elastic member 3 disposed in the cavity, one end of the elastic member 3 abutting against the upper cover 1 and the other end abutting against the base 2; the elastic member 3 can apply a force that moves away from each other to the base 2 and the upper cover 1 to adjust the height of the support foot.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the elastic element 3 is a spring.

[0032] In this embodiment, the telescopic shell of the support foot is composed of a slidingly connected upper cover 1 and a base 2, and an elastic element 3 is placed in the receiving cavity inside the telescopic shell. Under the action of the elastic element 3, the upper cover 1 and the base 2 can slide relative to each other, thereby adjusting the height of the support foot. When the external force on the support foot is different, the compression of the elastic element 3 is different, and the height of the support foot can be adjusted according to the force. When the surface on which the cooking device 4 is placed is uneven, the height of each support foot can be adjusted to make the cooking device 4 horizontal, ensuring the stable operation of the cooking device 4. In addition, the elastic element 3 can also play a role in shock absorption, reducing the damage that vibration may cause to the cooking device components during placement or transportation, and reducing the noise generated by the cooking device 4 during operation.

[0033] During use, when a certain support foot is positioned higher than the other support feet, the support foot experiences a greater external force, and the elastic element 3 between the top cover 1 and the base 2 is compressed over a larger range, resulting in a lower support foot height. Conversely, when a certain support foot is positioned lower than the other support feet, the support foot experiences a smaller external force, and the elastic element 3 between the top cover 1 and the base 2 is compressed over a smaller range, resulting in a higher support foot height, thus keeping the entire cooking device 4 at the same horizontal level.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in one embodiment, the base 2 is slidably connected to the inside of the upper cover 1.

[0035] As an alternative implementation, the base 2 is slidably connected to the outside of the upper cover 1.

[0036] In this embodiment, the base 2 and the upper cover 1 are slidably connected, and the base 2 and the upper cover 1 can slide relative to each other, so that the base 2 and the upper cover 1 can reciprocate under the action of the elastic element 3, thereby realizing the adjustment of the height of the support foot. Furthermore, the base 2 is connected to the inner side of the upper cover 1, and when in use, the base 2 is at least partially located inside the upper cover 1, which can save space.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in one embodiment, the upper cover 1 is provided with a snap-fit ​​sliding groove 11; the base 2 is provided with a sliding snap 21, which is slidably connected in the snap-fit ​​sliding groove 11.

[0038] In this embodiment, the sliding connection between the upper cover 1 and the base 2 is achieved by the snap-fit ​​sliding groove 11 and the sliding snap 21. The snap-fit ​​sliding groove 11 and the sliding snap 21 have simple structures, are easy to process and install, and are not easily damaged. While achieving the sliding connection, they can also play a limiting role to prevent the upper cover 1 and the base 2 from separating.

[0039] like Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, there are two sliding buckles 21, and the two sliding buckles 21 are arranged opposite each other along the circumference of the base 2.

[0040] As a variable implementation, there are multiple sliding buckles 21 arranged circumferentially along the base 2.

[0041] Specifically, the number of latching sliding grooves 11 is not less than the number of sliding latches 21, and the position of the latching sliding grooves 11 corresponds to the position of the sliding latches 21.

[0042] In this embodiment, two sliding buckles 21 are provided, and the sliding buckles 21 are arranged opposite each other along the circumference of the base 2. This can balance the force during the compression or recovery of the telescopic foot, preventing tilting or detachment due to uneven force. Furthermore, the sliding buckles 21 are located on opposite sides, making it easy to press the sliding buckles 21 on both sides simultaneously when installing or removing the base 2 and the top cover 1, which facilitates the installation and removal of the base 2 and the top cover 1. In addition, since there are two sliding buckles 21, if one sliding buckle 21 is damaged, the other sliding buckle 21 can continue to be used, which can reduce the probability of the support foot malfunctioning.

[0043] like Figure 1 and Figures 3 to 5As shown, in one embodiment, the sliding buckle 21 includes: an elastic rib; a limiting boss, one end of the elastic rib is fixed on the base 2, and the other end is provided with a limiting boss; the limiting boss is used to engage with the side edge of the buckle sliding groove 11 near the base 2 when the telescopic shell is in the extreme release position, so as to prevent the upper cover 1 from detaching from the base 2.

[0044] Specifically, one end of the elastic rib is fixed to the bottom edge of the base 2 and is arranged around the base 2, while the limiting boss is arranged on the other end of the elastic rib near the snap-fit ​​sliding groove 11.

[0045] In this embodiment, an elastic rib and a limiting boss are provided on the base 2. The elastic rib connects the limiting boss to the base 2, which can achieve relative sliding between the base 2 and the upper cover 1 while installing the base 2 and the upper cover 1 together. Utilizing the elasticity of the elastic rib, the elastic rib is pressed inward during installation to deform it and install it into the upper cover 1. Then, under the action of the restoring force, the limiting boss enters the snap-fit ​​sliding groove 11.

[0046] like Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the upper cover 1 includes a top wall and a peripheral wall, and the latch sliding groove 11 includes a sliding section and a clearance section that are interconnected; the sliding section is disposed on the peripheral wall of the upper cover 1 and extends along the axial direction of the upper cover 1, and the sliding section allows the sliding latch 21 to slide; the clearance section is disposed on the top wall of the upper cover 1, and the clearance section is used to allow the sliding latch 21 to extend out of the upper cover 1 when the telescopic shell is in the ultimate compression position.

[0047] Specifically, the sliding section and the clearance section are interconnected through holes. The shape of the sliding section is set to be suitable for the sliding buckle 21 to slide in the sliding section, and the shape of the clearance section is set to be suitable for the sliding buckle 21 to pass through.

[0048] In this embodiment, the latch sliding groove 11 includes a sliding section and a clearance section. The sliding section extends along the axial direction of the upper cover 1, and the sliding latch 21 slides in the sliding section, so that the upper cover 1 and the base 2 reciprocate along the axial direction of the upper cover 1 to adjust the height of the support foot. A clearance section is provided on the top wall of the upper cover 1, through which the sliding latch 21 can pass, so that the adjustable range of the support foot height can be greater without increasing the height of the upper cover 1.

[0049] like Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the upper cover 1 includes a top wall and a peripheral wall. A first annular limiting rib 12 is provided on the inner side of the top wall of the upper cover 1. A second annular limiting rib 22 is provided on the inner side of the base 2. The elastic element 3 is a spring. The two ends of the elastic element 3 abut against the top wall of the upper cover 1 and the base 2 respectively, and are limited within the first annular limiting rib 12 and the second annular limiting rib 22.

[0050] Specifically, the first annular limiting rib 12 and the second annular limiting rib 22 are coaxially arranged with the spring.

[0051] In this embodiment, a first annular limiting rib 12 is provided on the inner side of the top wall of the upper cover 1, and a second annular limiting rib 22 is provided on the inner side of the base 2. This can limit the spring, prevent the spring from shifting during compression and recovery, and ensure that the support foot can adjust the height normally.

[0052] like Figures 1 to 4 and Figure 6 As shown, in one embodiment, an anti-slip pad 23 is provided on the bottom outer side of the base 2.

[0053] Specifically, the base 2 and the anti-slip pad 23 are integrally formed using a secondary injection molding method, and the anti-slip pad 23 is made of wear-resistant and anti-slip material.

[0054] In this embodiment, an anti-slip pad 23 is provided at the bottom of the base 2 of the support foot, which can play an anti-slip role, making the cooking device 4 more stable and less prone to sliding.

[0055] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the upper cover 1 is provided with an elastic snap-fit ​​part 13, and the cooking device 4 is provided with an installation hole, and the elastic snap-fit ​​part 13 is snapped and fixed in the installation hole.

[0056] Specifically, the elastic locking part 13 includes a supporting rib located in the middle. One end of the supporting rib is connected to the top wall of the upper cover 1, and the other end of the supporting rib is provided with an elastic locking hook. The included angle between the elastic locking hook and the supporting rib is less than 90°. There is a deformation gap between the elastic locking hook and the supporting rib, and the gap between the elastic locking hook and the supporting rib gradually increases from the end away from the upper cover 1 to the end closer to the upper cover 1, so as to play a guiding role. Preferably, a support platform is provided in the middle of the upper cover 1, and the elastic locking part 1 is fixedly mounted on the support platform. The support platform can increase the structural strength. Preferably, the transverse cross-section of the elastic locking hook is arc-shaped or fan-shaped to match the shape of the mounting hole. More preferably, there are two elastic locking hooks arranged opposite each other. The ends of the two elastic locking hooks have gap openings, and the outer peripheral walls of the two elastic locking hooks are approximately frustum-shaped, which facilitates assembly into the mounting hole. During the installation of the support foot, the elastic locking part 13 of the support foot is pressed into the mounting hole. The elastic locking hook is deformed by the compression of the mounting hole and contracts towards the support rib until the entire elastic locking hook passes through the mounting hole. Then the compression force disappears, and the elastic locking hook expands outward to restore its deformation so as to lock onto the mounting hole.

[0057] Specifically, the mounting holes are located on the base plate of the cooking device 4.

[0058] In this embodiment, the upper cover 1 of the support foot is provided with an elastic snap-fit ​​part 13, and the cooking device 4 is provided with a corresponding mounting hole. The elastic snap-fit ​​part 13 is snapped and fixed in the mounting hole, which makes the installation of the support foot simple and convenient.

[0059] According to an embodiment of the present invention, another aspect provides a cooking device 4, including a device body and a support foot installed at the bottom of the device body.

[0060] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A support foot for a cooking appliance, characterized in that, The support leg includes: A telescopic shell with an internal cavity, the telescopic shell including a slidingly connected upper cover (1) and a base (2). An elastic element (3) is disposed in the receiving cavity, one end of the elastic element (3) abuts against the upper cover (1) and the other end abuts against the base (2); The elastic element (3) can apply a force that moves away from each other to the base (2) and the top cover (1) to adjust the height of the support foot.

2. The support leg for cooking equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (2) is slidably connected to the inside of the upper cover (1).

3. The support foot for cooking equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper cover (1) is provided with a buckle sliding groove (11); The base (2) is provided with a sliding buckle (21), which is slidably connected in the buckle sliding groove (11).

4. The support foot for cooking equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The number of sliding buckles (21) is two, and the two sliding buckles (21) are arranged opposite each other along the circumference of the base (2).

5. The support leg for a cooking device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sliding buckle (21) includes: Elastic ribs; A limiting boss is provided at one end of the elastic rib and the other end of the elastic rib is fixed on the base (2). The limiting boss is used to engage with the side edge of the latching sliding groove (11) near the base (2) when the telescopic shell is in the extreme release position, so as to prevent the top cover (1) from detaching from the base (2).

6. The support leg for a cooking device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top cover (1) includes a top wall and a peripheral wall, and the snap-fit ​​sliding groove (11) includes a sliding section and a clearance section that are interconnected. The sliding section is disposed on the peripheral wall of the upper cover (1) and extends along the axial direction of the upper cover (1), and the sliding section is for the sliding buckle (21) to slide; The clearance section is provided on the top wall of the upper cover (1), and the clearance section is used to allow the sliding buckle (21) to extend out of the upper cover (1) when the telescopic shell is in the extreme compression position.

7. The support leg for a cooking device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper cover (1) includes a top wall and a peripheral wall, and a first annular limiting rib (12) is provided on the inner side of the top wall of the upper cover (1). The inner side of the base (2) is provided with a second annular limiting rib (22). The elastic element (3) is a spring. The two ends of the elastic element (3) abut against the top wall of the upper cover (1) and the base (2) respectively, and are limited within the first annular limiting rib (12) and the second annular limiting rib (22).

8. The support leg for a cooking device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (2) has an anti-slip pad (23) on its bottom outer side.

9. The support leg for a cooking device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top cover (1) is provided with an elastic snap-fit ​​part (13), and the cooking device (4) is provided with an installation hole. The elastic snap-fit ​​part (13) is snapped and fixed in the installation hole.

10. A cooking device, characterized in that, It includes the main body of the device and the support foot as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, which is installed at the bottom of the main body of the device.

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