Outlet device for a beverage apparatus and beverage apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses an outlet device for a beverage equipment and the beverage equipment, which comprise an inlet assembly, an outlet assembly and a replaceable screw cap structure, the screw cap structure comprising a first screw cap and a second screw cap; the outlet assembly is detachably installed in the inner cavity of the inlet assembly, and the screw cap structure is connected to the opening end of the outlet assembly through a threaded structure; the inlet assembly is provided with a first liquid inlet and a second liquid inlet, and the outlet assembly is provided with a liquid outlet rod and an annular cavity surrounding the outer side of the liquid outlet rod; one end of the liquid outlet rod is communicated with the first liquid inlet, and the other end is provided with a connecting head for connecting a water outlet hose; the annular cavity is communicated with the second liquid inlet; the first screw cap is provided with a through hole in the middle and is in interference fit with the water outlet hose, and the second screw cap is a non-hole sealing screw cap. The application provides an outlet device for a beverage equipment and the beverage equipment, which can simply and efficiently realize the switching of two working modes of insect prevention and liquid outlet and closed cleaning, has low cost and high reliability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage equipment technology, and more specifically to an outlet device for beverage equipment and beverage equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, beverage machines such as milk tea machines and juicers on the market typically have a simple straight-through liquid output pipe structure. During daily use, a flexible tube is usually connected to the output port to guide the beverage. However, this structure presents two problems: First, during breaks in use, the open pipe opening easily attracts insects and allows dust to fall in, creating hygiene hazards. Second, during routine cleaning, cleaning agents need to be injected into the system and circulated, but because the output end is open, the cleaning agent cannot fully remain and soak within the pipe, resulting in poor cleaning effectiveness. Some residual beverage liquid may not be completely removed, and long-term accumulation can affect the taste of the beverage and the lifespan of the equipment.

[0003] To overcome the above problems, Chinese patent number CN218709117U discloses a sewage discharge structure for cleaning a filling valve, which includes a filling valve. During cleaning, a screw cap is manually installed. The screw cap has a hole for discharging sewage. After cleaning, the screw cap can be unscrewed without disassembling the filling valve. However, the above structure cannot achieve pressure-holding cleaning and only has a sewage discharge function. It cannot be used when discharging liquid and cannot solve the problem of insect prevention. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome the above-mentioned shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides an outlet device and beverage equipment for beverage equipment, which can simply and efficiently switch between two working modes: insect-proof liquid dispensing and closed cleaning, with low cost and high reliability.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: an outlet device for beverage equipment, including an inlet component, an outlet component and a replaceable cap structure, the cap structure including a first cap and a second cap;

[0006] The outlet component is detachably installed in the inner cavity of the inlet component, and the screw cap structure is connected to the open end of the outlet component by a threaded structure; the inlet component is provided with a first liquid inlet and a second liquid inlet, and the outlet component is provided with a liquid outlet rod and an annular cavity surrounding the outside of the liquid outlet rod; one end of the liquid outlet rod is connected to the first liquid inlet, and the other end is provided with a connector for connecting the water outlet hose; the annular cavity is connected to the second liquid inlet.

[0007] The first cap has a through hole in the middle that is interference fit with the water outlet hose, and the second cap is a non-perforated sealing cap. When the outlet device is in the liquid discharge mode, the first cap is installed on the outlet assembly, and the water outlet hose is sleeved on the connector and extends outward through the through hole. When the outlet device is in the cleaning mode, the second cap is installed on the outlet assembly, and the internal flow channel of the liquid outlet rod is connected to the annular cavity.

[0008] This technical solution provides an outlet device for beverage equipment. By replacing the screw cap structure with a complex valve, it simply and efficiently switches between two working modes: insect-proof liquid dispensing and closed cleaning. The structure is simple, low-cost, and highly reliable. The perforated first screw cap provides an effective insect-proof seal, while the non-perforated second screw cap ensures a closed soaking environment during cleaning, resulting in a more thorough cleaning.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the outlet component is fixed to the body of the beverage equipment by a locking cap. By unscrewing the locking cap, the outlet component can be pulled out from inside the beverage equipment, enabling quick disassembly and assembly for easy cleaning or replacement.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the outlet component is equipped with a vortex guide structure to optimize the flow field and reduce fluid resistance and residue.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the inner wall of the inlet component is provided with at least two protrusions, and the outer wall of the outlet component is provided with at least two slots, with the at least two protrusions corresponding to and engaging with the at least two slots.

[0012] In this technology, the export component connects with the import component through a slot on its outer side, which allows the export component to be stably installed inside the import component without displacement. It has strong stability and the installation process is simple and convenient, requiring only easy plugging and unplugging.

[0013] In a preferred technical solution, the first liquid inlet is used to connect to the beverage feed pipe to receive beverage concentrates such as milk tea and juice;

[0014] The second inlet is used to connect the cleaning agent tube to the cleaning agent.

[0015] In a preferred technical solution, a first sealing ring is provided between the rear end of the export component and the import component to provide a sealing function.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, a second sealing ring is fitted onto the connector, and the water outlet hose is fitted onto the outside of the second sealing ring to ensure a tight seal and facilitate disassembly and assembly.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment, a third sealing ring is provided between the cap structure and the outlet assembly to prevent leakage and ensure a tight seal.

[0018] A beverage equipment includes an outlet device as described in any of the above technical solutions. The beverage equipment in this technology, employing the aforementioned outlet device, can switch between two operating modes: insect-proof dispensing and closed-loop cleaning. Furthermore, the outlet component can be quickly and completely disassembled for easy maintenance.

[0019] As can be seen from the above technical solution, compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0020] This utility model provides an outlet device for beverage equipment. By replacing the screw cap structure with a complex valve, it can easily and efficiently switch between two working modes: insect-proof liquid dispensing and closed cleaning. The structure is simple, low-cost, and highly reliable. The first screw cap with holes provides an effective insect-proof seal, while the second screw cap without holes ensures that a closed soaking environment can be formed during cleaning, resulting in a more thorough cleaning.

[0021] Furthermore, the export components can be quickly and completely disassembled, facilitating deep cleaning and replacement after prolonged use and aging, making maintenance more convenient;

[0022] Furthermore, the vortex guide structure built into the outlet component can improve fluid performance, making the detergent flow more smoothly and the cleaning and rinsing effect better.

[0023] A beverage equipment employs the aforementioned outlet device for beverage equipment to switch between two working modes: insect-proof liquid dispensing and closed cleaning.

[0024] In addition, other advantages of this invention will be set forth in the description which follows, in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this invention. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the outlet device of this utility model in liquid discharge mode;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the outlet device of this utility model in liquid discharge mode;

[0028] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the outlet device of this utility model in liquid discharge mode;

[0029] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the outlet device of this utility model in cleaning mode;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the outlet device of this utility model in cleaning mode;

[0031] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the outlet device of this utility model in cleaning mode;

[0032] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the vortex flow guiding structure of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the outlet component of this utility model;

[0034] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Inlet component; 101. First liquid inlet; 102. Second liquid inlet; 2. Outlet component; 201. Dispensing rod; 202. Annular cavity; 203. Vortex guide structure; 3. First sealing ring; 4. Second sealing ring; 5. Locking cap; 6. Third sealing ring; 71. First cap; 72. Second cap; 8. Beverage inlet pipe; 9. Detergent pipe; 10. Water outlet hose; 11. Machine body. Detailed Implementation

[0035] 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.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this utility model. Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0037] Reference Figure 1-8 This invention describes an outlet device and a beverage equipment according to an embodiment of the present invention. The beverage equipment may be a milk tea machine, a juice machine, etc.

[0038] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1-8As shown, an outlet device for a beverage equipment includes an inlet component 1, an outlet component 2, and a replaceable cap structure, the cap structure including a first cap 71 and a second cap 72.

[0039] The outlet component 2 is detachably installed in the inner cavity of the inlet component 1, and the screw cap structure is connected to the open end of the outlet component 2 by a threaded structure; the inlet component 1 is provided with a first liquid inlet 101 and a second liquid inlet 102, and the outlet component 2 is provided with a liquid outlet rod 201 and an annular cavity 202 surrounding the outside of the liquid outlet rod 201; one end of the liquid outlet rod 201 is connected to the first liquid inlet 101, and the other end is provided with a connector for connecting the water outlet hose 10; the annular cavity 202 is connected to the second liquid inlet 102.

[0040] The first cap 71 has a through hole in the middle that is interference fit with the water outlet hose 10, and the second cap 72 is a holeless sealing cap; when the outlet device is in the liquid discharge mode, the first cap 71 is installed on the outlet assembly 2, and the water outlet hose 10 is sleeved on the connector and extends outward through the through hole; when the outlet device is in the cleaning mode, the second cap 72 is installed on the outlet assembly 2, and the internal flow channel of the liquid outlet rod 201 is connected to the annular cavity 202.

[0041] The inlet component 1 is a fixed structure. The first inlet 101 is used to connect to the feed pipeline to receive the original liquid of beverages such as milk tea and juice. The second inlet 102 is used to connect to the cleaning pipeline to receive the cleaning agent. The outlet component 2 is a detachable structure. After the inlet component 1 and the outlet component 2 are detachably and sealed, the inner cavity of the outlet component 2 forms a fluid chamber. The middle of the fluid chamber is provided with a dispensing rod 201 for dispensing beverages. An annular cavity 202 is formed around the dispensing rod 201. One end of the annular cavity 202 is open, and the other end is connected to the second inlet 102 through a through hole opened on the rear end face of the outlet component 2, so that the cleaning agent can be received.

[0042] In practice, the inlet component 1 is fixedly installed inside the beverage equipment, and the outlet component 2 is detachably installed in the inner cavity of the inlet component 1. The first cap 71 or the second cap 72 is detachably connected to the opening end of the outlet component 2 via a threaded structure. The inner diameter of the through hole in the middle of the first cap 71 is adapted to the outer diameter of the water outlet hose 10 so that the water outlet hose 10 and the first cap 71 are interference-fitted and form a radial seal, thereby achieving the function of preventing mosquitoes from dispensing liquid. The water outlet hose 10 can be a downwardly bent silicone hose, which facilitates liquid dispensing and also prevents dust from falling in.

[0043] The working principle of the outlet device for the above-mentioned beverage equipment: When the outlet device is in normal working mode (liquid dispensing mode), such as Figure 1-3As shown, the user can install the first cap 71 on the outlet assembly 2, and the water outlet hose 10 is fitted onto the connector and extends outward through the through hole. Tightening the first cap 71 can press the wall of the through hole in the middle against the outer wall of the water outlet hose 10 to form a radial seal, thus achieving the dual functions of fixing the water outlet hose 10 and preventing mosquitoes from entering through the interface gap, that is, achieving a sealed mosquito prevention. At this time, the beverage can enter the internal flow channel of the liquid outlet rod 201 through the first liquid inlet 101 and then flow out through the water outlet hose 10.

[0044] When beverage equipment needs to enter cleaning mode, such as Figure 4-6 As shown, remove the first cap 71 and the water outlet hose 10, and tighten the second cap 72 onto the outlet assembly 2. At this time, the internal flow channel of the liquid outlet rod 201 is connected to the annular cavity 202. The cleaning agent can enter the annular cavity 202 through the second inlet 102, and can also flow through the internal flow channel of the liquid outlet rod 201 to the first inlet 101, and then flow through the first inlet 101 into the feed pipeline, thereby filling and soaking the entire fluid chamber and connected pipelines to achieve closed cleaning. After cleaning, unscrew the second cap 72 to discharge the waste liquid.

[0045] This embodiment provides an outlet device for beverage equipment. By replacing the screw cap structure with a complex valve, it simply and efficiently switches between two working modes: insect-proof liquid dispensing and closed cleaning. The structure is simple, low-cost, and highly reliable. The perforated first screw cap 71 provides an effective insect-proof seal, while the non-perforated second screw cap 72 ensures that a closed soaking environment can be formed during cleaning, resulting in a more thorough cleaning.

[0046] In one embodiment, the outlet component 2 is fixed to the body 11 of the beverage equipment by a locking cap 5. By unscrewing the locking cap 5, the outlet component 2 can be pulled out from inside the beverage equipment, enabling quick disassembly and assembly, and facilitating cleaning or replacement.

[0047] The locking cap 5 has an internal thread, the front end of the inlet component 1 has an external thread, the front end of the outlet component 2 extends out of the inner cavity of the inlet component 1 and has an annular step at its base. The locking cap 5 is screwed tightly to the front end of the inlet component 1 by the thread, its bottom surface presses on the body 11 of the beverage equipment, and its annular cover surface presses on the annular step of the outlet component 2, thereby fixing the outlet component 2 to the body 11 of the beverage equipment.

[0048] In practice, the outlet component 2 can be fixed to the panel or outer shell of the beverage equipment body 11 by locking the cap 5. When the beverage equipment needs deep cleaning, the locking cap 5 can be unscrewed to remove the entire outlet component 2 from the beverage equipment for rinsing or soaking, making maintenance extremely convenient.

[0049] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7-8As shown, the outlet component 2 is equipped with a vortex guide structure 203 to optimize the flow field and reduce fluid resistance and residue.

[0050] The vortex guiding structure 203 includes multiple guiding fan blades evenly arranged circumferentially along the outer side of the liquid outlet rod 201. In specific implementation, the guiding fan blades can be set at the rear end of the outlet component 2, that is, the rear end of the annular cavity 202, and the two ends of the guiding fan blades can be connected to the outer side of the liquid outlet rod 201 and the inner side wall of the outlet component 2, respectively.

[0051] In one embodiment, the inner wall of the inlet component 1 is provided with at least two protrusions, and the outer wall of the outlet component 2 is provided with at least two slots, with the at least two protrusions corresponding to and engaging with the at least two slots.

[0052] In this technology, the outlet component 2 connects with the inlet component 1 through a slot on its outer side, which allows the outlet component 2 to be stably installed inside the inlet component 1 without displacement. It has strong stability and the installation process is simple and convenient, requiring only easy plugging and unplugging.

[0053] In one embodiment, the first inlet 101 is used to connect to the beverage feed pipe 8 to receive beverage concentrates such as milk tea and juice; the second inlet 102 is used to connect to the cleaning agent pipe 9 to receive cleaning agent.

[0054] The beverage inlet pipe 8 and the detergent pipe 9 can be flexible or rigid pipes, preferably flexible pipes, such as silicone flexible pipes.

[0055] In one embodiment, a first sealing ring 3 is provided between the rear end of the outlet component 2 and the inlet component 1 to provide a sealing function.

[0056] In one embodiment, a second sealing ring 4 is fitted onto the connector head, and the water outlet hose 10 is fitted onto the outside of the second sealing ring 4 to ensure sealing and facilitate disassembly and assembly.

[0057] In one embodiment, a third sealing ring 6 is provided between the screw cap structure and the outlet component 2 to prevent leakage and ensure sealing.

[0058] In another embodiment, the present invention provides a beverage device, which includes an outlet device for beverage devices as described in any of the above embodiments, capable of switching between two working modes: insect-proof liquid dispensing and closed cleaning, and the outlet component 2 can be quickly disassembled as a whole for easy maintenance.

[0059] The outlet device for beverage equipment and other components and operation of the beverage equipment according to the embodiments of this utility model are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0060] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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.

[0061] In the description of this specification, references to the terms "embodiment," "specific embodiment," "example," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example that is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention.

[0062] In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the terms used do not necessarily refer to the same embodiments or examples. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined with each other in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples without interference or contradiction.

Claims

1. An outlet device for beverage equipment, characterized in that: It includes an inlet component (1), an outlet component (2), and a replaceable cap structure, the cap structure including a first cap (71) and a second cap (72); The outlet component (2) is detachably installed in the inner cavity of the inlet component (1), and the screw cap structure is connected to the open end of the outlet component (2) by a threaded structure; the inlet component (1) is provided with a first liquid inlet (101) and a second liquid inlet (102), and the outlet component (2) is provided with a liquid outlet rod (201) and an annular cavity (202) surrounding the outside of the liquid outlet rod (201); one end of the liquid outlet rod (201) is connected to the first liquid inlet (101), and the other end is provided with a connector for connecting the water outlet hose (10); the annular cavity (202) is connected to the second liquid inlet (102); The first cap (71) has a through hole in the middle that is interference fit with the water outlet hose (10), and the second cap (72) is a non-perforated sealing cap; when the outlet device is in the liquid discharge mode, the first cap (71) is installed on the outlet assembly (2), and the water outlet hose (10) is sleeved on the connector and extends outward through the through hole; when the outlet device is in the cleaning mode, the second cap (72) is installed on the outlet assembly (2), and the internal flow channel of the liquid outlet rod (201) is connected to the annular cavity (202).

2. The outlet device for beverage equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outlet component (2) is fixed to the body (11) of the beverage equipment by a locking cap (5).

3. The outlet device for beverage equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outlet component (2) is provided with a vortex guide structure (203).

4. The outlet device for beverage equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The inner wall of the inlet component (1) is provided with at least two protrusions, and the outer wall of the outlet component (2) is provided with at least two slots, and the at least two protrusions and the at least two slots are correspondingly engaged.

5. The outlet device for beverage equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first liquid inlet (101) is used to connect to the beverage feed tube (8); the second liquid inlet (102) is used to connect to the cleaning agent tube (9).

6. The outlet device for beverage equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first sealing ring (3) is provided between the rear end of the outlet component (2) and the inlet component (1).

7. The outlet device for beverage equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector is fitted with a second sealing ring (4), and the water outlet hose (10) is fitted on the outside of the second sealing ring (4).

8. The outlet device for beverage equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A third sealing ring (6) is provided between the cap structure and the outlet assembly (2).

9. A beverage equipment, characterized in that: Includes the outlet device for beverage equipment as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

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