Automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese metal electrolytic bath solution

Abstract

The invention discloses an automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese metal electrolytic bath liquid, which comprises three testing systems, a motion control system and a software control system which are controlled in a centralized manner through a console, the three testing systems comprise but are not limited to online detection equipment for the concentration, the temperature and the PH value of the manganese element; the motion control system carries all detection devices on an automatic travelling crane, and online sampling test is carried out through a fixed-point automatic probe; the software control system records all on-line detection data and realizes the functions of report statistics, standard exceeding alarm and the like; three testing systems are integrated in one testing cabinet. According to the automatic detection device for the electrolytic manganese metal electrolytic bath solution, the concentration, the temperature and the PH value of the manganese element are detected on line through three testing systems, the detection efficiency is improved, the labor cost is reduced, and the data reliability is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of electrolytic cell liquid detection, in particular to an automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese metal electrolytic cell liquid. Background Art

[0002] The quality of electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid mainly controls the three major indicators of electrolytic manganese content, pH value and temperature. The accuracy of electrolytic cell liquid indicator control is closely related to the output, quality and power consumption of electrolytic manganese. At present, the manganese content, pH value and temperature of electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid are detected and controlled by the following means respectively.

[0003] Manganese content in tank liquid: Manually use small sampling buckets to fill the electrolytic tank liquid one by one and pour it into marked sample buckets, then take it to the laboratory for analysis of the manganese content in the liquid. After the test results are fed back to the electrolysis workshop, the electrolysis workshop staff will adjust the liquid inlet volume to ensure that the manganese content in the tank liquid is within a certain range. The entire "sampling--sample delivery--testing and analysis--result feedback--tank liquid regulation" takes at least two hours, which is a long time and affects timeliness.

[0004] PH value of the electrolytic cell: The operator on the electrolytic cell surface uses small wooden sticks to dip into the electrolytic cell liquid one by one, then applies the liquid to the PH test paper and determines the PH value using a colorimetric card. The work is cumbersome and human factors are difficult to control.

[0005] Bath liquid temperature: After the operator on the electrolytic cell surface inserts the thermometer into the electrolytic cell liquid one by one, the thermometer displays the specific temperature value. The tank temperature is controlled by adjusting the cooling circulating water pipe. The work is cumbersome and human factors are difficult to control. Summary of the invention

[0006] The object of the present invention is to provide an automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid to solve the problems raised in the above background technology.

[0007] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: An automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid, including three major test systems, a motion control system and a software control system, and is centrally controlled by a console; The three major testing systems include but are not limited to online testing equipment for manganese concentration, temperature, and pH value; The motion control system mounts all the detection devices on the automatic driving vehicle, and performs online sampling tests through fixed-point automatic probes; The software control system records all online detection data and realizes statistical reports, over-limit alarm and other functions; The three major test systems are integrated in a test cabinet, which is placed on an automatic crane. Through the positioning movement of the automatic crane, precise and fixed-point online sampling for testing is achieved, and the data is transmitted to the central control system in real time.

[0008] As a further solution of the present invention: before the automatic detection, the three major test systems first set the working parameters, including the manganese content range of the electrolyte, the temperature range and the pH value range, and are equipped with alarm indications. When the test results exceed the set range, the console software gives a prompt, an alarm, and an alarm indication response.

[0009] As a further solution of the present invention: the control console communicates with the automatic driving control system and cooperates with the aerial vehicle to complete the automatic detection of each electrolytic cell. At the same time, the control console associates the information of each electrolytic cell with the detection data, records and stores it, and performs statistical analysis on the data.

[0010] As a further solution of the present invention: the console is connected to the equipment host, and the equipment host accepts the control of the console to automatically complete the action processes of placing tubes, sampling, testing, arranging samples, cleaning and collecting tubes. At the same time, the data obtained from each detector is uploaded to the console. When the test result exceeds the standard, an alarm prompt can be given according to the setting.

[0011] As a further solution of the present invention: the device host automatically detects the humidity inside the device, and when it is higher than a set value, it prompts to replace the desiccant.

[0012] As a further solution of the present invention: the software configured for the console and the software configured for the device host are connected via a communication interface. The console software is designed based on the Windows system and is used for staff operation, parameter setting, display of device working status and data processing. At the same time, it communicates with the trolley control system to obtain the current motion status of the trolley and the location information of the electrolytic cell where it is located.

[0013] As a further solution of the present invention: the device host software is responsible for controlling the workflow of the entire device, receiving command control from the console, and reporting information such as the device working status and test results.

[0014] As a further solution of the present invention: three major test systems are configured with a sampling inspection system; The sampling and inspection system is mainly composed of an electrolyte tank, a pump, an inlet hose, a drain hose and a telescopic motor. The inlet hose is connected to the electrolyte tank through the pump, and the bottom of the electrolyte tank is connected to the drain hose. The electrolyte tank is equipped with a telescopic motor, and the telescopic end of the telescopic motor is connected to the drain hose and the inlet hose. The inlet hose and the drain hose are spiral coils.

[0015] As a further solution of the present invention: the sampling and testing is also equipped with a flushing system, which includes a clean water tank, a water replenishment port and a delivery pipe. The electrolyte tank is connected to the clean water tank through the delivery pipe. The clean water tank is provided with a water replenishment port. Valves are provided on the delivery pipe and the liquid inlet hose. The pump is controlled by the valve to extract clean water or take samples.

[0016] As a further solution of the present invention: an overflow pipe is arranged on the electrolyte tank, the other end of the overflow pipe is connected to a drain hose, and a valve is arranged on the drain hose.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: 1. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid uses three major test systems to perform online detection of manganese element concentration, temperature, and pH value, thereby improving detection efficiency, reducing labor costs, and ensuring data reliability.

[0018] 2. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid carries all the detection devices on the automatic driving vehicle through the motion control system, performs online sampling and testing through the fixed-point automatic probe, and reduces labor costs through automatic control. One electrolytic workshop only needs to be equipped with one machine for cyclic detection.

[0019] 3. The electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid automatic detection device can remove the residual liquid in the cell and each online detection device through the flushing system and the exhaust drying system, keep the online detection device dry, improve the detection accuracy and avoid cross contamination. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 The present invention is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid; Figure 2 A control logic diagram of an automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid; Figure 3 The present invention is a flow chart of an automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] See also Figures 1 to 3 , In an embodiment of the present invention, an automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid includes three major test systems, a motion control system and a software control system, and is centrally controlled by a console; The three major testing systems include but are not limited to online testing equipment for manganese concentration, temperature, and pH value; The motion control system mounts all the detection devices on the automatic driving vehicle, and performs online sampling tests through fixed-point automatic probes; The software control system records all online detection data and realizes statistical reports, over-limit alarm and other functions; The three major test systems are integrated into a test cabinet, which is placed on an automatic crane. Through the positioning movement of the automatic crane, precise online sampling and testing can be achieved, and the data can be transmitted to the central control system in real time. Online testing equipment composition: 1. Online component detection system equipment: Determine the content of manganese in the electrolyte; 2. Online pH value detection system equipment: detect pH value in electrolyte; 3. Online temperature measurement system equipment: measure the temperature value in the electrolyte; The online detection equipment is arranged on the top of the electrolyte tank to detect the electrolyte in the electrolyte tank; 4. Motion control system equipment: All detection devices are mounted on an automatic crane, and online sampling and testing is performed through a fixed-point automatic probe. The automatic crane is an existing technology, which is located above the electrolytic cell, and the moving range of the automatic crane covers all electrolytic cells; 5. Software control system: record all online detection data, realize statistical reports, over-standard alarm and other functions; Online testing equipment function 1. Determination of manganese content in electrolyte (1) Electrolyte analyzer function: It is used to automatically and quickly analyze the manganese content in the electrolyte on site, so as to facilitate the monitoring of the manganese solubility in the electrolytic cell and the control of material addition; Electrolyte analyzer features: A: Fast - complete a test cycle of one slot within 1 minute; B: Accurate - can accurately test the manganese content in the electrolyte, and the relative error will not exceed 5% after the curve is established; C: Less maintenance - no chemical reagents, consumable parts, etc., avoiding frequent manual maintenance, 24-hour real-time monitoring; D: High degree of automation - can achieve complete unattended operation, real-time alarm and generate data reports, etc.; E: Multi-channel - one instrument can be moved to cycle through multiple electrolytic cells, greatly reducing the purchase cost; (2) Electrolyte analyzer structure: Under the action of the pump, the electrolyte enters the analyzer from the electrolyte tank through the liquid inlet hose. The electrolyte is tested for manganese content in the solution tank. After the test, the drain hose is opened to return the electrolyte tank. After a period of flushing (for example, 15 seconds) and stabilization, the pump is turned off, and the cleaning liquid after flushing flows into the waste tank. The entire cycle of electrolyte in and out circulation is completed in the analyzer and the electrolytic cell, and try to ensure that the liquids in different electrolytic cells are not cross-contaminated.

[0022] (3) Electrolyte analyzer parameters: Detection accuracy (manganese content 10-20g / L): relative error of manganese content is within 5%; API control interface: TCP / UDP or Modbus; Operating system: Windows 11; Peripheral interface: USB / HDMI / RJ45 / DB9 (including power on / off and RS485); Overall dimensions (mm): no more than 380x330x250; Shell material: 316 stainless steel; Machine weight: no more than 29kg; 2. Determination of temperature in electrolyte: (1) Electrolyte temperature analyzer function: used to detect electrolyte temperature; (2) Features of electrolyte temperature analyzer: A: Corrosion resistance - PTFE casing material; B: Accurate - temperature measurement accuracy A level, accuracy + / -0.2℃; C: High degree of automation - can achieve complete unattended operation, real-time alarm and generate data reports, etc.; D: Multi-channel - one instrument can be moved to cycle through multiple electrolytic cells, greatly reducing costs; (3) Electrolyte temperature analyzer parameters: Detection accuracy: + / -0.2℃; Temperature range: 10℃ to 100℃; Peripheral interface: RS485 output; Temperature controller dimensions (mm): no more than 100*100*70; Sensor housing material: PTFE; Machine weight: no more than 1kg; 3. Determination of pH value in electrolyte: (1) pH value tester function: Used to automatically and quickly analyze the pH value of the electrolyte on site, so as to control the increase or decrease of related materials; (2) Features of pH tester: A: Small structure, easy to install; B: Isolated power supply design, data stability, strong anti-interference ability; C: pH supports automatic temperature compensation (automatic temperature detection); D: Support USA / NIST / custom pH calibration solution, user-defined ORP standard solution; E: Communication has RS485 interface; (3) pH value detector structure: The pH value detector is small in size and integrated with the electrolyte analyzer. The sensor goes deep into the electrolyte sucked up by the pump. (4) PH value tester parameters: Measuring range: (0.00~14.00) pH, ±1000.0mV; Resolution: 0.01pH, 0.1mV; Temperature range: (0~60)℃@0.1℃; Sensor type: pH combination electrode or ORP electrode; Measurement accuracy: 0.03pH; 0.5℃; 0.2mV; Output mode: RS485; Communication protocol: standard MODBUS-RTU protocol; 4. Motion control system equipment (1) One set of test system protection chamber; (2) 1 set of exhaust drying system; (3) 1 set of automatic driving system; (4) 1 set of automatic probe machinery; (5) 1 set of pumping system; (6) One set of alarm system.

[0023] In a preferred embodiment, before automatic detection, the three major test systems first set the working parameters, including the manganese content range, temperature range and pH value range of the electrolyte, and are equipped with alarm indications. When the test results exceed the set range, the console software gives prompts, alarms, and alarm indication responses. The system can also be combined with the electrolytic cell voltage system to further control the electrolytic cell voltage and current according to the manganese content range, temperature range and pH value of the electrolyte, thereby controlling the electrolytic environment in the electrolytic cell.

[0024] In a preferred embodiment, the control console communicates with the automatic driving control system and cooperates with the aerial vehicle to complete the automatic detection of each electrolytic cell. At the same time, the control console records and stores the information of each electrolytic cell in association with the detection data, and performs statistical analysis on the data. Through the statistics of the manganese content range, temperature range and pH value of the electrolyte, combined with artificial intelligence analysis, the relationship between the manganese content range, temperature range and pH value range of the electrolyte and the electrolysis efficiency is recorded, which is conducive to troubleshooting equipment aging faults and optimizing the electrolyte electrolysis efficiency.

[0025] In a preferred embodiment, the console is connected to the equipment host, and the equipment host accepts the control of the console to automatically complete the action processes such as placing tubes, sampling, testing, arranging samples, cleaning and collecting tubes. At the same time, the data obtained from each detector is uploaded to the console. When the test result exceeds the standard, an alarm prompt can be given according to the setting. The console performs manual operation in the background through the program to enable the equipment host to drive the trolley to move and control the operation of various components, including valves, pumps, online detection equipment, liquid level detection equipment, telescopic motors and other components. The liquid level detection equipment is arranged in the electrolyte tank and the clean water tank, and can automatically control the liquid intake and stop the liquid intake when extracting electrolyte and replenishing clean water.

[0026] In a preferred embodiment, the device host automatically detects the humidity inside the device. When it is higher than the set value, it prompts to replace the desiccant. The exhaust drying system is installed to blow away the residual liquid in the tank, the tank and each online detection device. Keeping the online detection equipment dry can improve the accuracy of detection and avoid cross contamination.

[0027] In a preferred embodiment, the software configured for the console and the software configured for the device host are connected via a communication interface. The console software is designed based on the Windows system and is used for staff operation, parameter setting, display of device working status and data processing. At the same time, it communicates with the trolley control system to obtain the current motion status of the trolley and the location information of the electrolytic cell where it is located. The device host software is responsible for controlling the workflow of the entire device, receiving command control from the console, and reporting information such as the device working status and test results.

[0028] In a preferred embodiment, three major test systems are configured to form a sampling inspection system; The sampling and inspection system is mainly composed of an electrolyte tank, a pump, an inlet hose, a drain hose and a telescopic motor. The inlet hose is connected to the electrolyte tank through the pump, and the bottom of the electrolyte tank is connected to the drain hose. The electrolyte tank is equipped with a telescopic motor. The telescopic end of the telescopic motor is connected to the drain hose and the inlet hose. The inlet hose and the drain hose are spiral coils. The sampling and inspection system is one of the important components of the three major test systems. The system can sample and test the electrolyte to achieve segmented detection of the electrolytic cell, detect electrolyte with representative areas and depths, and circulate it into the electrolyte tank for detection. The inlet hose, the drain hose and the telescopic motor form the inlet and drain ports. The inlet hose and the drain hose are inserted into the electrolytic cell and the drain tank through the telescopic motor for sampling and sewage discharge.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment, the sampling inspection is also equipped with a flushing system, which includes a clean water tank, a water replenishment port and a delivery pipe. The electrolyte tank is connected to the clean water tank through the delivery pipe. The clean water tank is provided with a water replenishment port. Valves are provided on the delivery pipe and the liquid inlet hose. The pump is controlled by the valve to extract clean water or take samples. An overflow pipe is provided on the electrolyte tank. The other end of the overflow pipe is connected to the drain hose. The drain hose is provided with a valve.

[0030] In order to realize online detection of various parameter indicators of electrolytic cell liquid, increase the real-time detection, ensure that the manganese concentration, temperature and pH value of the electrolyte are within the controllable range, online automatic detection equipment is developed. This equipment can also reduce labor, ensure data reliability and traceability, and provide guarantee and basis for achieving high-quality production and subsequent feeding automation. The three major test systems (manganese concentration, temperature, pH value) are integrated in a detection cabinet, which is placed on an automatic driving vehicle. Through the positioning movement of the automatic driving vehicle, precise and fixed-point online sampling is realized for testing, and the data is transmitted to the central control system in real time for analysis and storage.

[0031] It should be noted that the above embodiments all belong to the same inventive concept, and the description of each embodiment has its own focus. For matters that are not described in detail in some embodiments, reference may be made to the description in other embodiments.

[0032] The above-mentioned embodiments only express the implementation methods of the present invention, and the descriptions thereof are relatively specific and detailed, but they cannot be understood as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be pointed out that, for ordinary technicians in this field, several variations and improvements can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, which all belong to the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the patent of the present invention shall be subject to the attached claims.

Claims

1. An automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid, characterized in that: It includes three major test systems, motion control system and software control system, and is centrally controlled through a console; The three major testing systems include but are not limited to online testing equipment for manganese concentration, temperature, and pH value; The motion control system mounts all the detection devices on the automatic driving vehicle, and performs online sampling tests through fixed-point automatic probes; The software control system records all online detection data and realizes statistical reports, over-limit alarm and other functions; The three major test systems are integrated in a test cabinet, which is placed on an automatic crane. Through the positioning movement of the automatic crane, precise and fixed-point online sampling for testing is achieved, and the data is transmitted to the central control system in real time.

2. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 1, characterized in that: Before automatic detection, the three major test systems set the working parameters first, including the electrolyte manganese content range, temperature range and pH value range, and are equipped with alarm indications. When the test results exceed the set range, the console software gives prompts, alarms, and alarm indication responses.

3. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 2, characterized in that: The control console communicates with the automatic driving control system and cooperates with the aerial vehicle to complete the automatic detection of each electrolytic cell. At the same time, the control console associates the information of each electrolytic cell with the detection data, records and stores it, and performs statistical analysis on the data.

4. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 3, characterized in that: The console is connected to the equipment host, and the equipment host accepts the control of the console to automatically complete the action processes such as tube placement, sampling, testing, sample arrangement, cleaning and tube collection. At the same time, the data obtained from each detector is uploaded to the console. When the test result exceeds the standard, an alarm can be given according to the setting.

5. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 4, characterized in that: The device host automatically detects the humidity inside the device. When it is higher than the set value, it prompts to replace the desiccant.

6. An automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: The software configured for the console and the software configured for the device host are connected through a communication interface. The console software is designed based on the Windows system and is used for staff operation, parameter setting, display of device working status and data processing. At the same time, it communicates with the trolley control system to obtain the current motion status of the trolley and the location information of the electrolytic cell where it is located.

7. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 6, characterized in that: The device host software is responsible for controlling the workflow of the entire device, receiving command control from the console, and reporting information such as the device's working status and test results.

8. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 1, characterized in that: Three major test systems are equipped with sampling and inspection systems; The sampling and inspection system is mainly composed of an electrolyte tank, a pump, an inlet hose, a drain hose and a telescopic motor. The inlet hose is connected to the electrolyte tank through the pump, and the bottom of the electrolyte tank is connected to the drain hose. The electrolyte tank is equipped with a telescopic motor, and the telescopic end of the telescopic motor is connected to the drain hose and the inlet hose. The inlet hose and the drain hose are spiral coils.

9. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 8, characterized in that: The sampling inspection is also equipped with a flushing system, which includes a clean water tank, a water replenishment port and a delivery pipe. The electrolyte tank is connected to the clean water tank through a delivery pipe. The clean water tank is provided with a water replenishment port. Valves are provided on the delivery pipe and the liquid inlet hose. The pump is controlled by the valve to extract clean water or take samples.

10. The automatic detection device for electrolytic manganese electrolytic cell liquid according to claim 8, characterized in that: An overflow pipe is arranged on the electrolyte tank, the other end of the overflow pipe is communicated with a liquid discharge hose, and a valve is arranged on the liquid discharge hose.

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