Air compressor convenient to maintain

Through flexible control of solenoid gas valves and communication valves and real-time detection of ultrasonic leak detectors, the problems of air compressor shutdown and maintenance affecting production and pipeline leakage are solved, and the efficient operation and stability of the air compressor system are achieved.

CN223164647UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-29HUNAN ZHANCHENG SPORTS TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422616548.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-29
Publication Date
2025-07-29
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-29

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Technical Problem

Existing air compressors affect production when shut down and maintenance are affected, and excess air compressors consume power and are prone to leakage at pipe connections, resulting in low production efficiency and increased costs.

Method used

The combination of solenoid gas valve and communication valve is used to control the operating status of the air compressor, and combine it with an ultrasonic leakage detector to detect leakage in real time, optimize resource allocation and timely handle leakage problems.

Benefits of technology

Reduces production interruption time due to maintenance, saves energy consumption, improves production efficiency and system stability, and reduces maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an air compressor convenient to maintain, and relates to the technical field of air compressor equipment. The compressed air drying device comprises an air compressor, an air storage tank and a compressed air drying machine, and one side of the compressed air drying machine is connected with a communication valve through a drying machine exhaust pipe. Due to the combination of the electromagnetic gas valves and the communication valves, the air compressor control system can flexibly control the operation state of each air compressor, when the amount of compressed air needed by production is low, part of the electromagnetic gas valves can be closed, and the corresponding air compressors can be stopped for standby application, so that unnecessary energy consumption is reduced, the production interruption time caused by maintenance is shortened, and the production efficiency is improved. Through flexible control of the electromagnetic gas valve and the communication valve, the production efficiency can be improved, the ultrasonic leak detector can detect the leakage condition of compressed gas in an air compressor system in real time, and timely leakage detection helps operators to quickly find and process the leakage problem.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of air compressor equipment, in particular to a maintenance-friendly air compressor. Background Technique

[0002] The full name of the air compressor is air compressor, which is a device that converts the mechanical energy of the prime mover into gas pressure energy. Its main function is to convert low-pressure gas into high-pressure gas for subsequent gas transportation, storage, and use. Its working principle is mainly based on the compression of gas by mechanical devices. Common types include piston type, screw type, etc. They realize the compression and storage of gas through processes such as suction, compression, cooling and storage, and release.

[0003] When multiple air compressors are operating, when one air compressor is shut down for maintenance, all the equipment connected to this air compressor needs to stop production and wait. When the amount of compressed air required for production is low, multiple enabled air compressors consume extra electricity, increasing production costs. And after long-term use, compressed gas leakage is likely to occur at the pipe joints, affecting production efficiency. Content of the Utility Model

[0004] Based on this, the purpose of the utility model is to provide a maintenance-friendly air compressor to solve the technical problems of production affected by shutdown maintenance, power consumption of redundant air compressors, and easy leakage at pipe joints.

[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the utility model provides the following technical scheme: A maintenance-friendly air compressor includes an air compressor, a gas storage tank, and a compressed air dryer. One side of the compressed air dryer is connected with a connection valve through a dryer exhaust pipe. An electromagnetic air valve is arranged on one side of the connection valve. The connection valve is communicated with a first connection pipe and a second connection pipe. The first connection pipe can be connected with external operating equipment. The second connection pipe is connected with other connection valves. A fixing block is arranged on the second connection pipe, and an ultrasonic leak detector is arranged on the top of the fixing block.

[0006] By adopting the above technical scheme, the compressed air dryer is directly connected with the connection valve through the dryer exhaust pipe, ensuring the smooth flow of compressed air, reducing the air flow resistance, and improving the overall efficiency of the air compressor.

[0007] Further, one side of the air compressor is connected with the gas storage tank through a gas storage tank inlet pipe, and one side of the gas storage tank is connected with the compressed air dryer through a gas storage tank exhaust pipe.

[0008] By adopting the above technical scheme, the compressed air generated by the air compressor directly enters the gas storage tank through the gas storage tank inlet pipe. This direct connection method reduces the complexity and resistance of the air flow path, enables the compressed air to flow more smoothly, and improves the efficiency of the air compressor.

[0009] Further, the bottom of the gas storage tank is connected to a base through a number of support columns, and the number of support columns is evenly arranged at equal intervals in a circumferential array.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, as an important part of the air compressor system, the stability of the gas storage tank directly affects the operation of the entire system. By firmly connecting the bottom of the gas storage tank to the base through the support columns, it can effectively prevent the gas storage tank from shaking or tipping during operation, thereby improving the stability of the system.

[0011] Further, the resonance disk of the ultrasonic leak detector is conically shaped, and the ultrasonic leak detector is adapted to the connecting valve.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the conically shaped resonance disk can more effectively gather and conduct ultrasonic energy, enabling the ultrasonic leak detector to have higher sensitivity when detecting compressed gas leakage. This helps to promptly detect tiny leakage points and reduce energy waste and potential safety risks caused by leakage.

[0013] Further, filters are provided on both the gas storage tank exhaust pipe and the dryer exhaust pipe, and the filters are used to filter pollutants carried by the compressed air.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the filters can effectively remove pollutants such as solid particles, grease, and moisture carried by the compressed air, ensuring that the compressed air delivered to subsequent equipment or usage points is clean and pure, thereby improving product quality and production efficiency.

[0015] Further, the model of the ultrasonic leak detector is SDT200.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the ultrasonic leak detector of model SDT200 has high sensitivity and accuracy, can capture tiny compressed gas leakage signals, ensure the timely detection and positioning of system leakage, and detect leakage promptly and accurately.

[0017] In summary, the present utility model mainly has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. The utility model can flexibly control the operating states of each air compressor by setting an electromagnetic air valve and a connecting valve. The combination of the electromagnetic air valve and the connecting valve enables the utility model to flexibly control the operating states of each air compressor. When the amount of compressed air required for production is low, some electromagnetic air valves can be closed to stop the corresponding air compressors for standby, thereby reducing unnecessary energy consumption. When a certain air compressor needs to be shut down for maintenance, through the connection of the connecting valve and other air compressors, it can be ensured that other equipment can still obtain sufficient compressed air, thereby reducing the production interruption time caused by maintenance. Through the flexible control of the electromagnetic air valve and the connecting valve, the operating states of the air compressors can be adjusted according to actual production requirements, realizing the optimal allocation of resources and improving production efficiency;

[0019] 2. The utility model can detect the leakage of compressed gas in the air compressor system in real time by setting an ultrasonic leak detector. Once a leakage is detected, an alarm will be immediately sent to the external control console through an electrical signal. Timely leakage detection helps operators quickly discover and handle leakage problems, thereby avoiding potential safety hazards caused by leakage, and can promptly discover and solve leakage problems, avoiding equipment damage and increased maintenance costs caused by leakage, ensuring the stable operation of the air compressor system, and thus avoiding production interruption caused by leakage and improving production efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 is a structural schematic diagram of multiple devices connected to the utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of a single device of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 is a planar structural schematic diagram of the utility model.

[0024] In the figure: 1. Air compressor; 2. Gas storage tank inlet pipe; 3. Gas storage tank; 4. Base; 5. Gas storage tank exhaust pipe; 6. Compressed air dryer; 7. Dryer exhaust pipe; 8. Electromagnetic air valve; 9. Connecting valve; 10. First connecting pipe; 11. Second connecting pipe; 12. Fixed block; 13. Ultrasonic leak detector; 14. Filter. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0025] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. The embodiments described below by referring to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present utility model and should not be construed as limiting the present utility model.

[0026] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, so it cannot be understood as a limitation to the present utility model. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and defined, the terms "installed", "connected", "connected", "set" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection: it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection: it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the communication inside two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present utility model can be understood according to specific situations.

[0028] The following will describe the embodiments according to the overall structure of the present utility model.

[0029] A maintenance-friendly air compressor, as Figures 1 - 4 shown, includes an air compressor 1, a gas storage tank 3, and a compressed air dryer 6. One side of the compressed air dryer 6 is connected with a connecting valve 9 through a dryer exhaust pipe 7. An electromagnetic air valve 8 is arranged on one side of the connecting valve 9. The connecting valve 9 is communicated with a first connecting pipe 10 and a second connecting pipe 11. The first connecting pipe 10 can be connected with an external working device, and the second connecting pipe 11 is connected with other connecting valves 9. A fixing block 12 is arranged on the second connecting pipe 11, and an ultrasonic leak detector 13 is arranged on the top of the fixing block 12. The compressed air dryer 6 is directly connected with the connecting valve 9 through the dryer exhaust pipe 7, ensuring the smooth flow of compressed air, reducing the air flow resistance, and improving the overall efficiency of the air compressor. The setting of the electromagnetic air valve 8 makes the air flow control of the air compressor more intelligent and accurate, and can adjust the opening and closing and flow rate of the air flow according to actual needs, improving the controllability and energy saving of the air compressor.

[0030] Refer to Figure 3, one side of the air compressor 1 is connected to the gas storage tank 3 through the gas storage tank inlet pipe 2. One side of the gas storage tank 3 is connected to the compressed air dryer 6 through the gas storage tank exhaust pipe 5. The compressed air generated by the air compressor 1 directly enters the gas storage tank 3 through the gas storage tank inlet pipe 2. This direct connection method reduces the complexity and resistance of the air flow path, enabling the compressed air to flow more smoothly, improving the efficiency of the air compressor. The gas storage tank 3, as a storage container for compressed air, can store a certain amount of compressed air to cope with fluctuations in gas consumption, improving the gas storage efficiency and energy utilization rate.

[0031] Refer to Figure 3 , the bottom of the gas storage tank 3 is connected to a base 4 through a number of support columns, and the number of support columns is evenly arranged at equal intervals in a circumferential array. The gas storage tank 3, as an important part of the air compressor system, its stability directly affects the operation of the entire system. By firmly connecting the bottom of the gas storage tank 3 to the base 4 through the support columns, it can effectively prevent the gas storage tank 3 from shaking or tipping during operation, thereby improving the stability of the system. The number of support columns is evenly arranged at equal intervals in a circumferential array, which can evenly disperse the weight of the gas storage tank 3 and the pressure generated during operation onto the base 4, avoiding deformation or damage of the base caused by pressure concentration.

[0032] Refer to Figure 1 , the resonance disk of the ultrasonic leak detector 13 is shaped like a cone. The ultrasonic leak detector 13 is adapted to the connecting valve 9. The resonance disk with a conical shape can more effectively gather and conduct ultrasonic energy, enabling the ultrasonic leak detector 13 to have higher sensitivity when detecting compressed gas leakage. This helps to promptly detect tiny leak points, reducing energy waste and potential safety risks caused by leakage. The adaptation of the ultrasonic leak detector 13 to the connecting valve 9 enables the leak detector to be more accurately positioned near the connecting valve 9, thus optimizing the detection range of key connection points in the air compressor system.

[0033] Refer to Figure 3 , filters 14 are provided on both the gas storage tank exhaust pipe 5 and the dryer exhaust pipe 7. The filters 14 are used to filter pollutants carried by the compressed air. The filters 14 can effectively remove pollutants such as solid particles, grease, and moisture carried by the compressed air, ensuring that the compressed air delivered to subsequent equipment or usage points is clean and pure, thereby improving product quality and production efficiency. Clean compressed air can reduce wear and faults of downstream equipment, extend the service life of the equipment, and reduce maintenance costs.

[0034] Refer to Figure 1, the model of the ultrasonic leak detector 13 is SDT200. The ultrasonic leak detector 13 of the SDT200 model has high sensitivity and accuracy, can capture tiny compressed gas leakage signals, ensure the timely detection and location of system leaks. By detecting leaks in a timely and accurate manner, the SDT200 helps reduce energy waste and production interruptions caused by leaks, thereby improving the overall system operation efficiency and production benefits.

[0035] The implementation principle of the present utility model is as follows: First, when less compressed air is required, some equipment can be shut down and put on standby by closing the electromagnetic air valve 8, and the remaining equipment supplies compressed air to all equipment through the second connecting pipe 11. When a certain equipment needs to be repaired, the corresponding electromagnetic air valve 8 can also be closed, and at the same time, the remaining equipment continues to supply compressed air to the equipment through the second connecting pipe 11, reducing the equipment shutdown waiting time and saving resource consumption. The ultrasonic leak detector 13 can perform real-time detection. When the electromagnetic air valve 8 and the connecting valve 9 have compressed gas leakage, the ultrasonic leak detector 13 sends an alarm to the external console through an electrical signal to notify the operator for timely maintenance.

[0036] Parts not involved in the present utility model are the same as or can be implemented using the prior art, and will not be elaborated here.

[0037] Although the embodiments of the present utility model have been shown and described, the specific embodiments are only explanations of the present utility model and do not limit the utility model. The specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications, substitutions and variations that do not contribute creatively to the embodiments according to needs, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by the patent law.

Claims

1. A maintenance-friendly air compressor, characterized in that: It includes an air compressor (1), an air storage tank (3) and a compressed air dryer (6). One side of the compressed air dryer (6) is connected with a communication valve (9) through a dryer exhaust pipe (7). An electromagnetic air valve (8) is arranged on one side of the communication valve (9). The communication valve (9) is communicated with a first connecting pipe (10) and a second connecting pipe (11). The first connecting pipe (10) can be connected with an external operation device. The second connecting pipe (11) is connected with other communication valves (9). A fixing block (12) is arranged on the second connecting pipe (11). An ultrasonic leak detector (13) is arranged on the top of the fixing block (12).

2. The easy-to-maintain air compressor according to claim 1, characterized in that: One side of the air compressor (1) is connected with the air storage tank (3) through an air storage tank inlet pipe (2). One side of the air storage tank (3) is connected with the compressed air dryer (6) through an air storage tank exhaust pipe (5).

3. The easy-to-maintain air compressor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the air storage tank (3) is connected with a base (4) through a plurality of support columns, and the plurality of support columns are arranged equidistantly in a circumferential array.

4. The easy-to-maintain air compressor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The resonance disk of the ultrasonic leak detector (13) is conical in shape, and the ultrasonic leak detector (13) is adapted to the communication valve (9).

5. The easy-to-maintain air compressor according to claim 2, characterized in that: Filters (14) are arranged on both the air storage tank exhaust pipe (5) and the dryer exhaust pipe (7). The filters (14) are used to filter pollutants carried by the compressed air.

6. The easy-to-maintain air compressor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The model of the ultrasonic leak detector (13) is SDT200.

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