Device for improving humidifying stability of tobacco leaves on cigar wrapper
By designing a humidification device for wrapper tobacco leaves, using ultrasonic mist and fine sieve hole system, the problem of uneven moisture distribution of wrapper tobacco leaves is solved, the ideal moisture content of tobacco leaves is achieved, and the appearance quality of the cigar is improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421973493.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-08-15
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-01
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-08-15
AI Technical Summary
In cigar production, the moisture content of tobacco leaves is difficult to maintain at an ideal 30%, resulting in incomplete physical structure and unqualified appearance quality during the rolling process.
A device is designed, including a box, a humidification module, a hygrometer sensor and a control system. The wrapper leaves are arranged vertically and longitudinally. Through an ultrasonic mist device and a finely designed screening system, uniform humidification of the tobacco leaves is achieved.
It effectively solves the problem of uneven moisture distribution of tobacco leaves in the wrapper, improves moisturizing efficiency, and ensures that the tobacco leaves achieve ideal moisture content before rolling, thereby improving the appearance quality of the cigar.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of cigar rolling, and particularly relates to a device for improving the humidification stability of cigar wrapper tobacco leaves. Background Technique
[0002] In cigar production, the moisture content of materials is an important index to ensure the integrity of the physical structure during the rolling process. Ideally, the moisture content of the cigar wrapper tobacco leaves should be balanced to about 30% before rolling to improve the elasticity and anti-breakage of the tobacco leaves, so as to roll cigars with qualified appearance quality. However, in actual production, maintaining the moisture content of the cigar wrapper tobacco leaves is a challenge. Since the environmental humidity in the cigar rolling workshop is usually about 65%, under traditional storage methods such as covering with a wet towel or placing it directly open, the tobacco leaves often lose moisture, and it is also difficult to ensure the uniform moisture of each part of the tobacco leaves. The disclosed Chinese patent CN219877458U proposes a tobacco leaf moisturizing device during the manual rolling process of cigars. However, the entire system includes multiple components (such as humidity sensors, humidification modules, automatic opening and closing modules, infrared sensing areas, etc.). This device effectively maintains the moisture content of cigar tobacco leaves during rolling and is convenient for operators to use. However, stacking cigar tobacco leaves in a box will cause a relatively high humidity on the surface of the upper-layer cigar wrapper, while the moisture content of the middle-layer cigar wrapper increases slowly, and the moisture content inside the stacked cigar wrapper is extremely uneven. Content of the Utility Model
[0003] The utility model precisely aims at the problems existing in the above-mentioned existing situation, and proposes a device for improving the humidification stability of cigar wrapper tobacco leaves. This device is suitable for the vertical and longitudinal arrangement of cigar wrapper tobacco leaves and can effectively solve the problem of uneven local moisture of the placed cigar wrapper tobacco leaves.
[0004] The purpose of the utility model is achieved through the following technical solutions:
[0005] A device for improving the humidification stability of cigar wrapper tobacco leaves includes a box body, a box door, a humidification module, a hygrometer sensor, and a control system. Among them: upper and lower perforated plates are respectively arranged near the top plate and the bottom plate in the box body to form an interlayer, and vertical side slides for separating the longitudinal space (suitable for the vertical and longitudinal arrangement of cigar wrapper tobacco leaves) are also arranged in the box body. The humidification module is communicated with the top interlayer of the box body through a pipeline and is controlled by a flow rate controller. An exhaust fan is arranged at the side position of the bottom interlayer of the box body to facilitate the circulation of moisture in the box body; the humidification module, the humidity sensor, the flow rate controller, and the exhaust fan are all controlled and turned on by a control system arranged on one side of the box body.
[0006] In the utility model, the humidification module is respectively introduced into the left, right, and rear sides of the top interlayer of the box body through pipelines; exhaust fans are arranged on the left, right, and rear sides of the bottom interlayer of the box body.
[0007] Further, the vertical side slide plate is a perforated plate structure; there is one or two vertical side slide plates, which can slide left and right to ensure that the cigar wrappers are arranged upright in the box.
[0008] Further, the humidification module is an ultrasonic water mist generator.
[0009] Further, the control system further includes a control panel for setting and adjusting parameters such as humidity, air flow velocity, and steam generation amount, and also providing feedback information on the system status.
[0010] Further, a sealing strip is provided on the box door to ensure the airtightness of the box when the box door is closed and prevent moisture from leaking out.
[0011] Further, the height of the top sandwich layer and the bottom sandwich layer is 10 mm - 20 mm.
[0012] Further, the length of the box is 550 - 650 mm, the width is 500 - 600 mm, and the height is 300 - 400 mm, which is matched with the size of the tobacco leaves for rolling cigars.
[0013] The working principle and process of this device are as follows: The ultrasonic water mist generator can generate fine water mist. The moisture enters the top sandwich layer through a pipeline, enters the system through the sieve holes of the upper perforated plate, then flows through both sides of the vertically arranged cigar wrappers, provides the required moisture for the wrappers, and then flows out of the box through the sieve holes of the lower perforated plate.
[0014] The sieve holes of the upper and lower perforated plates play a role in evenly distributing the water mist, aiming to ensure the uniformity and efficiency of humidification.
[0015] The humidity sensor detects the relative humidity inside the box and converts this data into an electrical signal, which is sent to the control system.
[0016] The air flow velocity control module adjusts the water mist flow velocity entering the box according to the readings of the humidity sensor and the preset parameters to ensure proper moisture distribution and balance.
[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present utility model has the following advantages: (1) Higher moisturizing efficiency, realizing rapid moisturization of cigar tobacco leaves through air flow velocity control and improving efficiency. (2) Uniform water distribution: Through the ultrasonic water mist generator and the carefully designed sieve hole system, this device can ensure that the moisture is evenly distributed on both sides of the cigar tobacco leaves, solving the problem of uneven local water distribution of tobacco leaves in the traditional method. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0018] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the present utility model with the box door closed,
[0019] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram of the present utility model with the box door open,
[0020] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of an orifice plate structure.
[0021] In the figure: 1. Box body, 2. Box door, 3. Humidification module, 4. Control system, 5. Control panel, 6. Flow rate controller, 7. Pipeline, 8. Upper orifice plate, 9. Lower orifice plate, 10. Lateral slide plate, 11. Humidity sensor, 12. Exhaust fan. Specific embodiments
[0022] To make the above objects, features and advantages of the present utility model more obvious and understandable, the specific embodiments of the present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to fully understand the present utility model. However, the present utility model can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without departing from the connotation of the present utility model. Therefore, the present utility model is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.
[0023] As Figures 1-3 shown: A device for improving the humidification stability of cigar wrapper tobacco leaves includes a box body 1, a box door 2, a humidification module (i.e., an ultrasonic water mist generator) 3, a humidity sensor 11 and a control system 4. Among them: An upper orifice plate 8 and a lower orifice plate 9 are respectively arranged near the top plate and the bottom plate in the box body to form a sandwich layer. A vertical lateral slide plate 10 for longitudinally separating the space (suitable for the vertical longitudinal arrangement of cigar wrapper tobacco leaves) is also provided in the box body. The humidification module 3 is connected to the top sandwich layer of the box body through a pipeline 7 and is controlled by a flow rate controller 6. An exhaust fan 12 is arranged at the side position of the bottom sandwich layer of the box body to facilitate the circulation of moisture in the box body; the humidification module 3, the humidity sensor 11, the flow rate controller 6 and the exhaust fan 12 are all controlled and turned on by a control system 4 arranged on one side of the box body.
[0024] In the present utility model, the humidification module 3 is respectively introduced into the left, right and rear sides of the top sandwich layer of the box body through the pipeline 7; exhaust fans 12 are arranged on the left, right and rear sides of the bottom sandwich layer of the box body.
[0025] Further, the vertical lateral slide plate 10 is an orifice plate; the vertical lateral slide plate is one or two pieces and can slide left and right to ensure that the cigar wrapper is arranged upright in the box body.
[0026] The control system further includes a control panel 5 for setting and adjusting parameters such as humidity, air flow rate and steam generation amount, and also providing feedback information on the system status.
[0027] Further, a sealing strip is provided on the box door to ensure the sealing of the box body when the box door is closed and prevent moisture from leaking out.
[0028] The following is a clear and complete description of the usage process of the present utility model in combination with embodiments:
[0029] The operator prepares an appropriate amount of wrapper tobacco leaves with moisture meeting the incoming material requirements according to the cigar production needs, turns on the power of the device, and sets the required humidity value through the control panel. Open the box door, place the wrapper tobacco leaves vertically in the box, and close the box door. The control system automatically detects the humidity level in the box and adjusts it to the set value. After reaching the set time, or when the humidity sensor detects that the humidity in the box has stabilized at the target level, the humidification module will stop working. The operator takes out the humidified wrapper tobacco leaves through the box door again for subsequent rolling work.
[0030] In summary, the present utility model provides an efficient device for the humidity stability of cigar tobacco leaves. Through its innovative modular design and precise control system, the device can effectively maintain the ideal humidity required for cigar tobacco leaves during the rolling process. Its ultrasonic water mist generator and finely designed sieve hole system ensure uniform humidification of the tobacco leaves, solving the problems of poor moisture retention effect and uneven moisture distribution of wrapper tobacco leaves in traditional methods. In addition, the user-friendly interface and automation characteristics of the device significantly reduce the operation complexity and improve the production efficiency.
[0031] The above-described embodiments only represent a certain implementation manner of the present utility model, and the description is relatively specific and detailed, but it should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that for those of ordinary skill in the art, without departing from the concept of the present utility model, several modifications and improvements can still be made, and these all belong to the protection scope of the present utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of the present utility model patent shall be subject to the appended claims.
Claims
1. A device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves, comprising a box body, a box door, a humidification module, a hygrometer sensor and a control system, characterized in that: An upper perforated plate and a lower perforated plate are respectively arranged near the top plate and the bottom plate in the box to form a mezzanine. A vertical lateral slide plate for longitudinal space separation is also arranged in the box. The humidification module is connected to the top mezzanine of the box through a pipeline and is controlled by a flow rate controller. An exhaust fan is arranged on the side of the bottom mezzanine of the box to facilitate the circulation of moisture in the box. The humidification module, humidity sensor, flow rate controller and exhaust fan are all controlled to be turned on by a control system arranged on one side of the box.
2. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The humidification module is connected to the left and right sides and the rear side of the top interlayer of the box body through pipelines.
3. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: Exhaust fans are arranged on the left and right sides and the rear side of the interlayer at the bottom of the box.
4. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vertical lateral sliding plate is a perforated plate structure.
5. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1 or 4, characterized in that: There are one or two vertical lateral slide plates, which can slide left and right to ensure that the cigar wrappers are arranged upright and longitudinally in the box.
6. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The humidification module is an ultrasonic water mist generator.
7. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control system also includes a control panel for setting and adjusting humidity, air flow rate and steam generation parameters, and also providing feedback information on the system status.
8. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing strip is provided on the box door to ensure that the box body remains sealed when the door is closed to prevent moisture from leaking out.
9. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The height of the top interlayer and the bottom interlayer is 10mm-20mm.
10. The device for improving the humidification stability of wrapper tobacco leaves according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box body has a length of 550-650 mm, a width of 500-600 mm, and a height of 300-400 mm, which matches the size of the tobacco leaves to be rolled into cigars.
Citation Information
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Tobacco leaf moisturizing device used in cigar hand rolling process
CN219877458U