Cooling pack with ice pack

Abstract

This product provides a cooling device with an ice pack that securely and compactly houses the ice pack inside the cooling container, improving airtightness while enhancing cooling effect and portability. [Solution] The cooling device with an ice pack 10 comprises an ice pack 12 including a lid portion having an outer thread at the opening, and a cooling container 16 including an inner cylinder portion having an inner wall thread that can be screwed onto the lid portion 14, and into which the ice pack 12 can be fitted. The lid portion 14 is screwed onto the inner cylinder portion of the cooling container 16 from below, so that the ice pack 12 is housed inside the cooling container 16.

Description

Technical Field

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[0001] The present invention relates to a cold storage device with an ice pack that can accommodate the ice pack in a cold storage container, and particularly to a compact configuration in which the lid of the ice pack is screwed onto the cold storage container.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, when using an ice pack alone, it has been difficult to prevent condensation and maintain cooling during use, and there have also been problems with the portability of the ice pack. In addition, a configuration in which the ice pack is housed in a container is known, but the fitting with the container is limited to a simple insertion or support structure, and there may be a lack of airtightness and compactness. <00000,10>

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to reliably and compactly accommodate the ice pack in the cold storage container, improve the airtightness, and enhance the cooling effect and portability.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] The cold storage device with an ice pack according to the present invention includes an ice pack having a lid portion with an outer peripheral thread at an opening, and an inner cylinder portion having an inner wall thread that can be screwed with the lid portion, and a cold storage container capable of accommodating the ice pack. The ice pack is inserted into the inner cylinder portion of the cold storage container from below, and the outer peripheral thread and the inner wall thread are screwed together, so that the ice pack is accommodated in a sealed state inside the cold storage container.

[0006] Furthermore, in the cooling device with an ice pack according to the present invention, it is preferable that the cooling container has an inner cylinder made of silicone rubber and an outer cylinder made of stainless steel, and that a space is formed between the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder into which a cloth member can be inserted.

[0007] Furthermore, in the cooling device with an ice pack according to the present invention, it is preferable that a silicone rubber gasket is interposed between the lid portion of the ice pack and the inner cylindrical portion of the cooling container. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] According to this invention, by inserting the ice pack into the cooling container from below, the protruding part of the ice pack can be contained inside the container, thus keeping the overall height of the device low. In addition, a cloth material such as a towel can be inserted into the space formed between the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder, which helps maintain the cooling effect and improves convenience. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0009] [Figure 1] These are external and cross-sectional views showing an example of a cooling device with an ice pack according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a cross-sectional view showing the state in which the ice pack is fitted into the cooling container in an embodiment of the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0010] Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following, the same reference numerals will be used for similar elements in all drawings, and redundant explanations will be omitted. In addition, in the descriptions within the text, reference numerals previously mentioned will be used as necessary.

[0011] Below, one embodiment of the cooling device 10 with an ice pack according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to Figures 1 and 2. The cooling device 10 with an ice pack mainly comprises an ice pack 12 and a cooling container 16 capable of housing the ice pack 12.

[0012] The ice pack 12 is used in direct contact with the object to be cooled (for example, a part of the human body), and the cooling container 16 is a cylindrical container that houses the ice pack 12 inside to maintain an insulated and cooled state.

[0013] The ice pack 12 is formed into a bag shape using a flexible, waterproof material, such as a soft resin film, nylon, polyester, or other fabric material, and is designed to store ice, cold water, or cooling packs inside.

[0014] An opening is formed at the top of the ice pack 12, and a lid 13 is detachably attached to this opening. The lid 13 is designed to be airtight to prevent the contents of the ice pack 12 from leaking out, and male threads 14 (outer threads) are formed on its outer circumference.

[0015] This male screw 14 is configured to be screwable with the female screw 18 (internal wall screw) formed on the inner cylinder portion 17 of the insulated container 16, which will be described later. In addition, the upper surface of the lid portion 13 is formed flat or nearly flat, and is designed so that no protrusions or other objects interfere when it is inserted into the insulated container 16.

[0016] The insulated container 16 has a cylindrical outer shape, and to ensure excellent portability and insulation, for example, the outer cylinder portion 19 is made of a metal material such as stainless steel, and the inner cylinder portion 17 is made of a flexible insulating material such as silicone rubber.

[0017] The inner cylinder portion 17 is provided either integrally or separately on the inner circumference near the opening of the cooling container 16, and has a female thread 18 that can be screwed into the male thread 14. This makes it possible to insert the lid portion 13 of the ice pack 12 into the opening of the cooling container 16 from below and rotate it to screw it into the inner cylinder portion 17 and secure it.

[0018] Furthermore, a stopper or step is provided at the lower end of the inner cylinder 17, allowing the ice pack 12 to be fixed in the correct position and improving stability when stored.

[0019] With this configuration, the ice pack 12 is inserted downward from the upper opening of the cold storage container 16 and is screwed and fixed to the female screw 18 of the inner cylinder portion 17 by rotating the lid portion 13. As a result, the ice pack 12 is stably accommodated inside the cold storage container 16, and it is prevented from shifting or falling off during use.

[0020] Also, a packing made of silicone rubber is interposed between the lid portion 13 and the inner cylinder portion 17, and by compressing the packing during screwing, high airtightness is ensured. For this reason, it is possible to prevent the water or melted ice accommodated inside the ice pack 12 from leaking to the outside, and it becomes possible to carry and use it with confidence.

[0021] Furthermore, the cold storage container 16 is composed of an inner cylinder portion 17 made of silicone rubber and an outer cylinder portion 19 made of stainless copper that covers the inner cylinder portion 17 from the outside, and a space portion having a predetermined width is formed between the inner cylinder portion 17 and the outer cylinder portion 19 along the circumferential direction. A cloth member 20 such as a towel or a cold insulating agent can be inserted into this space portion, and the user can appropriately select these according to the application and environment.

[0022] For example, by inserting a towel, it is possible to absorb the condensed water during cooling, or by inserting a cold insulating agent, it is possible to further extend the cold storage time. As a result, it becomes possible to achieve both cooling performance and comfort during use.

[0023] In this way, by adopting a configuration in which the lid portion 13 of the ice pack 12 is inserted downward into the inner cylinder portion 17 of the cold storage container 16 and screwed, the lid portion 13 does not protrude greatly outside the cold storage container 16, and it is possible to keep the overall height low. As a result, the cold storage tool 10 with an ice pack can achieve a more compact shape compared to the conventional structure and is excellent in portability and storage.

[0024] Also, while maintaining airtightness and cold storage performance, it has the flexibility for the user to adjust the cold storage conditions, and it is possible to provide a highly practical cold storage tool with an ice pack.

[0025] Furthermore, the configuration of the ice pack-equipped cooling device 10 according to the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and the structure, shape, dimensions, materials, etc. of each part can be appropriately changed according to the intended use, manufacturing conditions, cost, etc.

[0026] For example, the shape of the ice pack 12 is not limited to the circular (cylindrical) shape shown in the figure; it can be formed into any shape such as an ellipse, prismatic (square), or polygon. This allows for adjustment of the fit to specific areas and the cooling area, enabling optimization according to the application.

[0027] Furthermore, regarding the fastening structure of the lid 13, in addition to the aforementioned screw structure, it is also possible to adopt simpler fastening mechanisms such as a bayonet type (curved slot + claw-fitting structure) or a click-fitting type (snap-in mechanism). This makes it possible to create a structure that allows the user to quickly attach and detach the lid without using tools, thereby improving convenience.

[0028] Furthermore, the materials of each component constituting the insulated container 16 can be changed according to usage conditions, manufacturing costs, design preferences, etc. As mentioned above, the inner cylinder 17 uses silicone rubber, which provides excellent flexibility and heat insulation, but alternative materials such as thermoplastic elastomer, polyethylene foam (EVA), and polyurethane foam, which have appropriate flexibility and heat insulation properties, can also be used.

[0029] Furthermore, regarding the outer cylinder 19, by using materials other than stainless steel, such as aluminum alloy, polycarbonate resin, or polypropylene resin, for the purpose of weight reduction, it is possible to reduce the overall weight and cost of the product while ensuring insulation, strength, and design. This makes it possible to develop products for outdoor use that are highly portable, as well as products for children and the elderly.

[0030] Furthermore, in this invention, the cloth member 20 inserted into the space between the inner and outer cylinders can be a general towel, a cloth made of special fibers with added moisture absorption, antibacterial properties, and cooling properties, a gel-type cooling pack, a removable cooling sheet, etc.

[0031] This allows users to change the inserts according to the cooling purpose, body part, and temperature conditions, thereby achieving the optimal cooling effect. In particular, by using reusable ice packs and fabric components 20, it is possible to reduce disposable materials and create an eco-friendly design that reduces the environmental impact. In addition, by using washable materials, hygiene can be considered and the cost-effectiveness of continued use can be improved.

[0032] The ice pack-equipped cooling device 10 of this invention functions effectively in a variety of usage scenarios as a highly versatile cooling method. For example, it can be widely used by athletes and student club activities for muscle cooling (icing) after exercise or training.

[0033] Furthermore, it can be used safely and easily as an emergency cooling method for children and the elderly recovering at home when they have a fever. It is also useful as an emergency first-aid tool when going out, or as a measure against disasters and heatstroke.

[0034] By first filling the ice pack 12 with a cooling medium such as ice blocks, crushed ice, cold water, or cooling gel, and then attaching the ice pack 12 to the cooling container 16, the user can maintain portability while preserving the cooling effect for an extended period of time.

[0035] In particular, by inserting a cloth material 20, such as a towel or ice pack, into the space between the inner and outer cylinders of the cooling container 16, the cooling sensation from the ice pack 12 is mitigated from directly contacting the skin, preventing localized overcooling and improving the uniformity of cooling. Furthermore, by using a material with excellent water absorption, antibacterial properties, and reusability for the cloth material 20, a more hygienic and comfortable user environment is provided.

[0036] Furthermore, the ice pack-equipped cooling device 10 according to the present invention can be designed with consideration for use and portability when going out. For example, it is possible to add a carrying handle, a hanging hook, or an attachment structure such as a shoulder strap or carabiner to the outer surface of the outer cylinder portion 19 of the cooling container 16.

[0037] By incorporating such attachments, users can carry the device by hanging it on a bag or attaching it to their body, rather than carrying it directly by hand, improving convenience in situations where they want to keep both hands free or while on the go.

[0038] Furthermore, by configuring these accessory structures as removable or foldable mechanisms, storage and cleaning when not in use can be ensured. In addition, by providing non-slip silicone bands or grip structures on the surface of the outer cylinder 19, it is possible to design it to be less likely to slip even with wet hands and to allow for safe holding. [Explanation of symbols]

[0039] 10 Cooling pack with ice pack, 12 Ice pack, 13 Lid, 14 Outer edge screw (male screw) 16. Insulated container, 17. Inner cylinder (including screw part), 18. Inner wall screw (female screw), 19. Outer cylinder, 20. Fabric material.

Claims

1. An ice pack including a lid with an outer thread at the opening, A cooling container capable of housing the ice pack includes an inner cylinder having an inner wall screw that can be screwed onto the lid, Equipped with, An ice pack-equipped cooling device characterized in that the ice pack is inserted from below into the inner cylindrical portion of the cooling container, and the outer screw and the inner wall screw are screwed together, thereby housing the ice pack in a sealed state inside the cooling container.

2. In the cooling device with an ice pack described in claim 1, The aforementioned insulated container has an inner cylinder made of silicone rubber and an outer cylinder made of stainless steel. A cooling device with an ice pack, characterized in that a space is formed between the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder into which a cloth material can be inserted.

3. In the cooling device with an ice pack according to claim 1, An ice pack with a cooling device, characterized in that a silicone rubber gasket is interposed between the lid of the ice pack and the inner cylinder of the cooling container.

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