A cap assembly and container

Abstract

The utility model relates to a lid assembly and container. The lid assembly includes an upper lid, a lower lid, a breakable portion, and a handle. The upper lid and the lower lid are movably connected. A portion of the handle is connected to the upper lid by the breakable portion. A gap is formed between a portion of the upper lid and a portion of the handle. The breakable portion is located in the gap. The breakable portion is configured to break in response to separation of the handle and the lower lid. The breakable portion is configured to connect the upper lid and the handle when unbroken, and to connect one of the upper lid and the handle and disconnect the other of the upper lid and the handle when broken.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of product packaging, and in particular to a lid assembly and container. Background Technology

[0002] In the prior art, objects (e.g., food) need to be stored in containers. Powdered products, such as infant formula or baby food supplements, especially need to be packaged and stored in containers. Containers include lid components to facilitate opening and closing by the user.

[0003] Existing lid assemblies include an upper lid and a lower lid, connected by a breakable part. When a user needs to access an object in the container for the first time, they must break the breakable part before opening the upper lid. During opening, the breakable part detaches from the container, creating additional debris. The user must then discard the breakable part after breaking it. Furthermore, in some existing lid assemblies, after the user breaks the breakable part, the broken portion may form a sharp point protruding from the outer surface of the lid assembly. This can easily cause hand injuries when opening the lid, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0004] In existing lid assemblies, both hands are often required to break the breakable part before opening the container. However, many users need to hold a baby while opening the container. Therefore, most users cannot smoothly open the container while holding a baby. Thus, the need for one-handed and quick lid opening remains.

[0005] In existing lid assemblies, many are designed as single-layer lids. The handle cannot fully fit the outer side of the lid, resulting in excess space. During transportation and storage, dust, insects, and other contaminants can easily negatively impact this space. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a lid assembly and a container, wherein the breakable part on the lid assembly can be held in the upper lid or the handle connected to the upper lid after the upper and lower lids are separated, thereby preventing it from falling into or out of the container.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a cover assembly, which includes an upper cover, a lower cover, a breakable portion, and a handle, wherein the upper cover and the lower cover are movably connected. A portion of the handle is connected to the top cover via the breakable portion, and there is a gap between a portion of the top cover and a portion of the handle to form a gap seam, wherein the breakable portion is located in the gap seam; The breakable portion is configured to disconnect in response to separation of the handle and the lower cover; The breakable portion is configured such that, when intact, it connects the top cover and the handle, and when broken, it connects to one of the top cover and the handle, and disconnects from the other of the top cover and the handle.

[0008] Furthermore, the cover assembly also includes a handle connection portion disposed between the handle and the upper cover, allowing the handle to move relative to the upper cover. The handle and the lower cover can be connected and separated via a separable structure.

[0009] Furthermore, the breakable portion is configured such that: when the breakable portion is intact, it connects the top cover and the handle; and when the breakable portion breaks, it connects to the top cover and disconnects from the handle.

[0010] Furthermore, the breakable portion includes a breakable end and a retaining end located at opposite ends, wherein the connection area between the breakable end and the handle is smaller than the connection area between the retaining end and the top cover, so that when the breakable portion breaks, it connects to the top cover and disconnects from the handle.

[0011] Furthermore, the cover assembly includes at least two breakable portions located on opposite sides of the opening direction of the upper cover.

[0012] Furthermore, the upper cover includes an upper abutment portion, and the lower cover includes a lower abutment portion; When the upper cover and the lower cover are connected by the separable structure, in the radial direction, the upper abutment portion is located inside the lower abutment portion and abuts against the lower abutment portion, thereby achieving the closure of the upper cover and the lower cover.

[0013] Furthermore, the upper cover includes an upper cover side portion, a top portion, and a sealing portion. The upper cover side portion is connected to the top portion and is disposed on one side of the top portion. The handle is spaced from the upper cover side portion in the circumferential direction to form the gap. The sealing part and the upper cover side part are located on the same side of the top and are connected to the top.

[0014] Furthermore, when the upper cover and the lower cover are connected by the separable structure, in the radial direction, the upper abutment portion is located inside the lower abutment portion, and in the axial direction, the outer peripheral surface of the lower part of the upper abutment portion abuts against the outer peripheral surface of the upper part of the lower abutment portion.

[0015] Furthermore, the separable structure includes a through hole provided on the handle and a protrusion provided on the lower cover, the protrusion being accommodated in the through hole.

[0016] Furthermore, the free end of the handle forms an angle with the outer peripheral surfaces of the upper and lower covers, thereby facilitating the user to open the upper cover.

[0017] Furthermore, the handle connection portion is connected to the outer peripheral surface of the upper cover, and the handle connection portion is deformable.

[0018] Furthermore, the handle connection portion is provided with a notch, which is formed by recessing inward from the outer surface of the handle connection portion.

[0019] Furthermore, the free end of the handle and the connecting part of the handle are located at opposite ends of the handle.

[0020] Furthermore, the cover assembly also includes a cover connecting portion, through which the upper cover and the lower cover are connected. The cover connecting portion is deformable, thereby allowing the upper cover and the lower cover, which remain connected, to move relative to each other.

[0021] This utility model also provides a container, including a bottle body and a cap assembly as described in any of the above claims. The cap assembly is connected to the bottle body.

[0022] The following will further explain the concept, specific structure and technical effects of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, so as to fully understand the purpose, features and effects of this utility model. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 1 of the present utility model from a first perspective. Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 1 of the present utility model from a second perspective; Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the cover assembly in the open state according to Embodiment 1 of the present utility model; Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the cover assembly in the open state according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 5 The cover and handle of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model are in... Figure 1 A magnified view of the circled area; Figure 6 The cover and handle of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model are in... Figure 5 A magnified view of the circled area; Figure 7 This is a partial enlarged view of the upper cover and handle of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 1 of the present utility model in the radial direction; Figure 8This is a partial enlarged view of the lower cover of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view and a partial enlarged view of the cover assembly along the first direction according to Embodiment 1 of the present utility model; Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view and a partial enlarged view of the cover assembly along the second direction according to Embodiment 1 of the present utility model; Figure 11 This is a partial enlarged view of the lower cover and handle of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model when they are disconnected; Figure 12 This is a partial enlarged view of the top cover and the handle of the cover assembly according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures 100 - Top cover; 101 - Side of top cover; 102 - Top; 103 - Sealing part; 110 - Spacing; 120 - Upper abutment part; 121 - Radial part; 122 - Circumferential part; 200 - Bottom cover; 201 - Opening; 220 - Lower abutment; 221 - Protrusion; 300 - Fractureable part; 301 - Fractureable end; 302 - Holding end; 400 - Cover connecting part; 401 - Connecting body; 402 - Connecting side part; 500 - Handle; 501 - Through hole; 510 - Free end; 600 - Handle connection part; 601 - Notch. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the technical means, inventive features, objectives, and effects of this utility model readily understandable, the present utility model is further described below in conjunction with specific illustrations. However, this utility model is not limited to the embodiments described below.

[0026] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only used to complement the content disclosed in the specification for those skilled in the art to understand and read, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which this utility model can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportional relationships, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and purposes that this utility model can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model.

[0027] Example 1 like Figures 1 to 11 As shown, Embodiment 1 of this utility model provides a cap assembly that can be connected to a bottle to form a container. The cap assembly includes an upper cap 100, a lower cap 200, and a handle 500. The upper cap 100 and the lower cap 200 are movably connected.

[0028] In one embodiment, the cover assembly has a closed state and an open state. In the closed state, the cover assembly is generally inverted and barrel-shaped. The lower cover 200 has an opening 201. The opening 201 extends through the lower cover 200 along the axial direction of the cover assembly. The closed and open states of the cover assembly can be achieved by movement of the upper cover 100 relative to the lower cover 200. Specifically, when the cover assembly is in the closed state, the upper cover 100 is positioned above the lower cover 200, thereby closing the lower cover 200 and sealing the opening 201. A separable structure allows the handle 500 to connect and disconnect from the lower cover 200. When the cover assembly is in the closed state, the separable structure keeps the handle 500 connected to the lower cover 200, thereby keeping the upper cover 100 closed over the lower cover 200. When the cover assembly is in the open state, the upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200 are generally in the same plane. The upper cover 100 no longer closes the lower cover 200, and the opening 201 is open. The user's hand can pass through the opening 201 of the lower cover 200 to retrieve the object stored in the bottle.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 11 As shown, the cover assembly of Embodiment 1 of this utility model also includes a breakable portion 300. The user can determine whether the cover assembly has been opened by observing the breakable portion 300. A portion of the handle 500 (e.g., the left and right sides of the middle section) is connected to the upper cover 100 via the breakable portion 300. A gap exists between a portion of the upper cover 100 and a portion of the handle 500 to form a gap 110. The breakable portion 300 is located in the gap 110. The breakable portion 300 is configured to disconnect in response to the separation of the handle 500 and the lower cover 200. The breakable portion 300 is configured such that: when intact, it connects the upper cover 100 and the handle 500; and when broken, it connects to one of the upper cover 100 and the handle 500, and disconnects from the other. When the user first pulls the handle 500 to open the lid, the action causes the handle 500 to move, thereby causing the breakable part 300 to break. This achieves a one-step operation of opening the lid and breaking the breakable part 300. Furthermore, after the breakable part 300 breaks, it remains connected to either the lid 100 or the handle 500 and remains within the gap 110. This prevents the breakable part 300 from falling into or out of the container, and also prevents the user from touching the breakable part 300, thus avoiding cuts.

[0030] like Figures 1 to 11As shown, the cover assembly of Embodiment 1 of this utility model further includes a handle connecting part 600. The handle connecting part 600 is disposed between the handle 500 and the upper cover 100, and allows the handle 500 to move relative to the upper cover 100. The handle 500 is connected to the lower cover 200 through a separable structure, and can be separated through the separable structure, thereby realizing the connection and separation of the handle 500 and the lower cover 200.

[0031] In some embodiments, the breakable portion 300 is configured such that when it is intact, it connects the cover 100 and the handle 500, and when it breaks, it connects to the cover 100 and disconnects from the handle 500. Thus, when the breakable portion 300 breaks, it remains connected to and attached to the cover 100.

[0032] In some embodiments, the breakable portion 300 includes a breakable end 301 and a retaining end 302 located at opposite ends. The connection area between the breakable end 301 and the handle 500 is smaller than the connection area between the retaining end 302 and the top cover 100, such that when the breakable portion 300 breaks, it connects to the top cover 100 and disconnects from the handle 500. For example, in one embodiment, the cross-section of the breakable portion 300 is generally trapezoidal. For example, in another embodiment, the length of the connection between the breakable end 301 and the handle 500, viewed in the circumferential direction, is less than the length of the connection between the retaining end 302 and the top cover 100.

[0033] In some embodiments, the cover assembly includes at least two breakable portions 300. The at least two breakable portions 300 are located on opposite sides of the cover 100 in an opening direction (e.g., rearward rotation). For example, in one embodiment, the cover assembly includes four breakable portions 300. In the circumferential direction, two breakable portions 300 are located on the left side of the handle 500, and another two breakable portions 300 are located on the right side of the handle 500.

[0034] In some embodiments, the upper cover 100 includes an upper abutment portion 120, and the lower cover 200 includes a lower abutment portion 220. When the upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200 are connected by a separable structure, in the radial direction, the upper abutment portion 120 is located inside the lower abutment portion 220 and abuts against the lower abutment portion 220, thereby achieving closure of the upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200. This allows for complete closure of the upper cover 100 when the lower cover 200 is closed, while providing a gap 110 to accommodate the breakable portion 300, thus serving to prevent dust and insect infestation.

[0035] In some embodiments, the top cover 100 includes a top cover side 101, a top 102, and a sealing portion 103. The top 102 is generally a circular plate. The top cover side 101 is connected to the top 102 and is disposed on one side (e.g., the lower side) of the top 102. A handle 500 is spaced from the top cover side 101 in the circumferential direction to form the aforementioned gap 110. The sealing portion 103 is connected to the top 102, and the sealing portion 103 is located below and connected to the top 102.

[0036] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, the sealing portion 103 includes two radial portions 121 and a circumferential portion 122. The circumferential portion 122 extends in the circumferential direction and is located approximately inside the handle 500. The radial portions 121 extend approximately in the radial direction. In the circumferential direction, the two radial portions 121 are disposed on and connected to opposite sides of the circumferential portion 122, and both radial portions 121 are connected to the upper cover side portion 101. Thus, the sealing portion 103 is located inside the handle 500 and connected to the upper cover side portion 101, thereby forming a generally annular upper abutment portion 120.

[0037] In some embodiments, when the upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200 are connected by a separable structure, in the radial direction, the upper abutment portion 120 is located inside the lower abutment portion 220, and in the axial direction, the outer peripheral surface of the lower part of the upper abutment portion 120 abuts against the outer peripheral surface of the upper part of the lower abutment portion 220. Thus, when the upper cover 100 closes the lower cover 200, the upper abutment portion 120 and the lower abutment portion 220 abut against each other to form a stepped shape. This allows for a smaller gap between the closed upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200, preventing dust and insects while also providing good feedback to the user, i.e., the user can feel the resistance when closing the cover.

[0038] In some embodiments, the separable structure is an interference fit connection. The two components of the interference fit connection (e.g., the handle 500 and the lower cover 200) can provide not only audible feedback when connected, but also tactile feedback that the upper cover 100 is closed in place.

[0039] In some embodiments, the interference fit connection method includes, but is not limited to, commonly used interference fit methods that are known to those skilled in the art without creative effort, such as snap-fit ​​connections.

[0040] In some embodiments, the separable structure includes a through hole 501 on the handle 500 and a protrusion 221 on the lower cover 200. The protrusion 221 can be accommodated in the through hole 501. The through hole 501 extends radially through the handle 500. The protrusion 221 is formed protruding outward from the outer peripheral surface of the lower cover 200.

[0041] In some embodiments, the free end 510 of the handle 500 forms an angle with the outer peripheral surfaces of the upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200, thereby facilitating the user to open the upper cover 100. The free end 510 is the position where the user applies force to the handle 500.

[0042] In one embodiment, such as Figure 9 As shown, the free end 510 of the handle 500 is the lower end of the handle 500. The lower end of the handle 500 curves outward in an arc shape, thereby forming a space between the lower end of the handle 500 and the outer peripheral surface of the lower cover 200, so that the user's fingers can grip the handle 500 and apply force to the handle 500.

[0043] In some embodiments, the handle connection portion 600 is connected to the outer peripheral surface of the upper cover 100. That is, the handle connection portion 600 is disposed in the circumferential direction of the upper cover 100. The handle connection portion 600 can deform, thereby causing the upper cover 100 and the handle 500 to move relative to each other.

[0044] In some embodiments, a notch 601 is provided on the handle connection portion 600. The notch 601 is recessed inward from the outer surface of the handle connection portion 600 and is provided in the circumferential direction. The relatively movable upper cover 100 and handle 500 can provide the user with a better opening feel, and the upper cover 100 and handle 500 are always connected through the handle connection portion 600 to maintain their integrity.

[0045] In some other embodiments, the handle connection 600 may also be a thinner connecting strip, so that it can deform while connecting the cover 100 and the handle 500 to achieve relative movement between the cover 100 and the handle 500.

[0046] In some embodiments, the free end 510 of the handle 500 and the handle connection portion 600 are located at opposite ends of the handle 500.

[0047] In some embodiments, the cover assembly further includes a cover connection portion 400. The upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200 are connected via the cover connection portion 400. The cover connection portion 400 is deformable, thereby allowing the connected upper cover 100 and lower cover 200 to move relative to each other.

[0048] In some embodiments, the cover connector 400 includes a connector body 401 and two connector sides 402. Each of the connector body 401 and the two connector sides 402 connects to the upper cover 100 and the lower cover 200. In the circumferential direction, the two connector sides 402 are located on both sides of the connector body 401 and are angled to the connector body 401. In one embodiment, the connector body 401 and the two connector sides 402 are bendable plates.

[0049] In some embodiments, the handle 500 and the cover connection 400 are arranged on opposite sides of the cover assembly along the same radial direction. This makes it easier for the user to open the cover with a smoother force direction.

[0050] When a user wants to close the upper cover 100, one operation is as follows: the user applies force to the upper cover 100, causing it to close the lower cover 200 and seal the opening 201. Subsequently, the user applies force to the handle 500, thereby connecting and holding the handle 500 and the lower cover 200 in place through an interference fit. Another operation is: the user directly applies force to the handle 500, thereby simultaneously closing the lower cover 200 and sealing the opening 201, while simultaneously connecting and holding the handle 500 and the lower cover 200 in place through an interference fit.

[0051] Example 2 like Figure 11 As shown, Embodiment 2 of this utility model provides a cover assembly, which has a structure basically the same as the cover assembly of Embodiment 1, except that the cross-section of the breakable part 300 is approximately rectangular. That is, the connection area between the breakable part 300 and the handle 500 is approximately equal to the connection area between the breakable part 300 and the upper cover 100. Therefore, when the breakable part 300 breaks, it may detach from the handle 500 or the upper cover 100. Although it remains in the gap 110, its remaining position and connection with the handle 500 or the upper cover 100 are random.

[0052] It is understood that in other embodiments, the fractured portion 300 may be configured in any shape other than those described in the above embodiments.

[0053] The preferred embodiments of this utility model have been described in detail above. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can make numerous modifications and variations based on the concept of this utility model without creative effort. Therefore, all technical solutions that can be obtained by those skilled in the art based on the concept of this utility model through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation on the basis of existing technology should be within the scope of protection defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A cover assembly, characterized in that, It includes an upper cover (100), a lower cover (200), a breakable part (300), and a handle (500), wherein the upper cover (100) and the lower cover (200) are movably connected; A portion of the handle (500) is connected to the top cover (100) via the breakable portion (300), and there is a gap between a portion of the top cover (100) and a portion of the handle (500) to form a gap (110), in which the breakable portion (300) is located; The breakable portion (300) is configured to disconnect in response to the separation of the handle (500) and the lower cover (200); The breakable portion (300) is configured such that when it is intact, it connects the top cover (100) and the handle (500), and when it breaks, it connects to one of the top cover (100) and the handle (500) and disconnects from the other of the top cover (100) and the handle (500).

2. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The cover assembly further includes a handle connector (600) disposed between the handle (500) and the upper cover (100), and enabling the handle (500) to move relative to the upper cover (100). The handle (500) and the lower cover (200) can be connected by a separable structure and can be separated by the separable structure.

3. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The breakable portion (300) is configured such that when it is intact, it connects the top cover (100) and the handle (500), and when it breaks, it connects to the top cover (100) and disconnects from the handle (500).

4. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that, The breakable portion (300) includes a breakable end (301) and a retaining end (302) located at opposite ends. The connection area between the breakable end (301) and the handle (500) is smaller than the connection area between the retaining end (302) and the top cover (100), so that when the breakable portion (300) breaks, it connects to the top cover (100) and disconnects from the handle (500).

5. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The cover assembly includes at least two breakable portions (300) located on opposite sides of the opening direction of the upper cover (100).

6. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that, The upper cover (100) includes an upper abutment portion (120), and the lower cover (200) includes a lower abutment portion (220). When the upper cover (100) and the lower cover (200) are connected by the separable structure, in the radial direction, the upper abutment (120) is located inside the lower abutment (220) and abuts against the lower abutment (220), thereby achieving the closure of the upper cover (100) and the lower cover (200).

7. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 6, characterized in that, When the upper cover (100) and the lower cover (200) are connected by the separable structure, in the radial direction, the upper abutment portion (120) is located inside the lower abutment portion (220), and in the axial direction, the outer peripheral surface of the lower part of the upper abutment portion (120) abuts against the outer peripheral surface of the upper part of the lower abutment portion (220).

8. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 6, characterized in that, The top cover (100) includes a top cover side (101), a top (102), and a sealing part (103). The top cover side (101) is connected to the top (102). The handle (500) is spaced from the top cover side (101) in the circumferential direction to form the gap (110). The sealing part (103) is connected to the top (102).

9. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that, The separable structure includes a through hole (501) on the handle (500) and a protrusion (221) on the lower cover (200), the protrusion (221) being accommodated in the through hole (501).

10. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that, The free end (510) of the handle (500) forms an angle with the outer peripheral surfaces of the upper cover (100) and the lower cover (200), thereby facilitating the user to open the upper cover (100).

11. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 10, characterized in that, The handle connection part (600) is connected to the outer peripheral surface of the upper cover (100), and the handle connection part (600) is deformable.

12. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 11, characterized in that, The handle connection part (600) is provided with a notch (601), which is recessed inward from the outer surface of the handle connection part (600).

13. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 12, characterized in that, The free end (510) of the handle (500) and the handle connecting part (600) are located at opposite ends of the handle (500).

14. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The cover assembly also includes a cover connecting part (400), through which the upper cover (100) and the lower cover (200) are connected. The cover connecting part (400) is deformable, thereby allowing the upper cover (100) and the lower cover (200) that are connected to move relative to each other.

15. A container, characterized in that, It includes a bottle body and a cap assembly as described in any one of claims 1-14, the cap assembly being connected to the bottle body.

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