Static moisture regaining equipment for cigar tobacco leaves

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cigar tobacco static moisture regaining device which comprises a water supply system, a heating device, a base, a shell and a water absorption sponge, and the water supply system comprises a drainage opening, a transverse drainage groove, a vertical drainage groove and a U-shaped drainage groove. Compared with existing moisture regaining equipment, the equipment is easy to operate, no water is sprayed in the whole moisture regaining process, inconsistent color of fermented tobacco leaves caused by non-uniform spraying is avoided, the proportion of water-stained tobacco is guaranteed, the moisture content of the moisture regained tobacco leaves is basically consistent, no water drops exist on the surfaces of the tobacco leaves, and the moisture regaining effect is good. Finally, the aim of improving the moisture uniformity of the tobacco leaves after moisture regaining is achieved, and the homogenization level of fermented raw materials is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of cigar production and processing, in particular to a cigar tobacco leaf static rehumidification device. Background Art

[0002] Before fermentation, tobacco leaves must be properly moistened. The moisture content and uniformity of the moistening process are directly related to the fermentation process and quality. Insufficient moistening results in low moisture content, slow temperature rise during fermentation, low temperatures within the pile, slow fermentation progress, prolonged fermentation, heavy odors, inadequate physiological and biochemical reactions, and incomplete conversion, thus failing to achieve the desired fermentation objectives. Excessive moistening results in excessive moisture content, rapid temperature rise, excessively high fermentation temperatures, overly intense fermentation, significant loss of aroma compounds, blackening, and even mold. Uneven moistening results in a mixed color and uneven fermentation. Therefore, precisely controlling the moisture content and moisture uniformity of tobacco leaves after moistening is a key technical factor in fermentation. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of the present invention is to design a cigar tobacco static rehumidification device in order to solve the above problems.

[0004] The utility model achieves the above-mentioned purpose through the following technical solutions:

[0005] The utility model provides a cigar tobacco static rehumidification device, comprising a water supply system, a heating device, a base, a shell and a water-absorbing sponge. The water supply system is arranged around the inside of the shell, the heating device is arranged on the top of the device, and the water-absorbing sponge is arranged below the base.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the water supply system includes a drainage port, a horizontal drainage trough, a vertical drainage trough and a U-shaped drainage trough. The drainage port is placed on the top of the outer shell, one end of the horizontal drainage trough is connected to the drainage port, and the other end is connected to the U-shaped drainage trough. The U-shaped drainage trough is located on the inner wall of the equipment, and each U-shaped drainage trough is connected by a vertical drainage trough.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the heating device is an infrared heating lamp, and there are two infrared heating lamps, which are symmetrically suspended at the top of the interior of the device.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the base is composed of a cigarette placing plate and a hydraulic rod, and the hydraulic rod is arranged below the cigarette placing plate.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the water-absorbing sponge is located inside the U-shaped drainage groove and at the bottom of the cigarette placing plate, and the size of the water-absorbing sponge matches that of the cigarette placing plate.

[0010] The beneficial effects of the utility model are: compared with the existing rehumidification equipment, the equipment is simple to operate, and there is no obvious water spraying during the entire rehumidification process, which avoids inconsistent color of tobacco leaves after fermentation due to uneven spraying and ensures the proportion of water-soaked tobacco. The overall moisture content of the tobacco leaves is basically consistent after rehumidification, and there are no water droplets on the surface of the tobacco leaves. Ultimately, the purpose of improving the moisture uniformity of the tobacco leaves after rehumidification is achieved, and the homogenization level of the raw materials after fermentation is improved.

[0011] By using infrared heating to heat the water in the sponge, the water evaporates naturally and is then absorbed by the tobacco leaves. This method of increasing the moisture content of the tobacco leaves avoids water stains on the tobacco leaves caused by direct water spraying, and also makes the moisture recovery of the tobacco leaves more uniform. At the same time, it reduces the process of untying the tobacco leaves and reduces the breakage of the tobacco leaves due to low moisture content. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of the utility model of the static rehumidification equipment for cigar tobacco leaves.

[0013] Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the utility model of the static rehumidification equipment for cigar tobacco leaves.

[0014] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the water supply system in the cigar tobacco static rehumidification equipment of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the infrared heating lamp in the static rehumidification equipment for cigar tobacco leaves of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of the base of the cigar tobacco static rehumidification device of the present invention.

[0017] In the figure: 1- drainage port, 2- horizontal drainage trough, 3- vertical drainage trough, 4- U-shaped drainage trough, 5- infrared heating lamp, 6- smoke plate, 7- hydraulic rod, 8- water-absorbing sponge. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more apparent, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be described clearly and completely below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. It should be understood that the described embodiments are only a portion of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and illustrated in the drawings herein may be arranged and designed in a variety of different configurations.

[0019] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are also within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0020] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0021] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "inside", "outside", "left", "right", etc. indicate directions or positional relationships based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or are directions or positional relationships in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use, or are directions or positional relationships commonly understood by those skilled in the art. These directions or positional relationships are only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present utility model.

[0022] Furthermore, the terms “first”, “second”, etc. are merely used for distinguishing descriptions and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] It should also be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "disposed" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, "connected" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will be able to understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.

[0024] The specific implementation of the present invention is described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0025] As attached Figure 1-5 As shown, this embodiment provides a cigar tobacco static rehumidification device, including a cigar tobacco static rehumidification device, which includes a water supply system, a heating device, a base, an outer shell and a water-absorbing sponge 8. The water supply system is arranged around the inside of the outer shell, the heating device is arranged at the top of the device, and the water-absorbing sponge 8 is arranged under the base.

[0026] As a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, the water supply system includes a drainage port 1, a horizontal drainage groove 2, a vertical drainage groove 3 and a U-shaped drainage groove 4. The drainage port 1 is placed on the top of the outer shell, one end of the horizontal drainage groove 2 is connected to the drainage port 1, and the other end is connected to the U-shaped drainage groove 4. The U-shaped drainage groove 4 is located on the inner wall of the equipment, and each U-shaped drainage groove is connected by a vertical drainage groove 3.

[0027] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the heating device is composed of infrared heating lamps 5, and there are two infrared heating lamps 5, which are symmetrically suspended at the top of the interior of the device.

[0028] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the base includes a cigarette placing plate 6 and a hydraulic rod 7 , and the hydraulic rod 7 is arranged below the cigarette placing plate 6 .

[0029] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the water-absorbing sponge 8 is located inside the U-shaped drainage groove 4 and at the bottom of the cigarette placing plate 6 , and the size of the water-absorbing sponge 8 matches that of the cigarette placing plate 6 .

[0030] Before rehumidifying the tobacco leaves, open the equipment compartment door and the cover above the drainage port 1. Add an appropriate amount of deionized water through the drainage port 1. The deionized water flows through the horizontal drainage trough 2 into the top U-shaped drainage trough 4. Then, it is transferred to the lower U-shaped drainage troughs through the vertical drainage trough 3. Finally, add water to the absorbent sponge at the bottom of the tobacco plate at the compartment door. The amount of water added should be sufficient to ensure that no water overflows from the absorbent sponge in the U-shaped drainage trough 4 and at the bottom of the tobacco plate 6. After adding water, arrange the leaves of hand-held or frog-leg tobacco in layers on the tobacco plate 6, preferably at a height of 45-55 cm. After placement, close the compartment door and turn on the infrared heating lamp 5 to rehumidify the leaves. The rehumidification time depends on the initial moisture content, shape, and target moisture content of the tobacco leaves. The table below shows the rehumidification time reference for different leaf shapes during actual rehumidification.

[0031] Table 1 Reference time for moisture regeneration of tobacco leaves of different shapes

[0032]

[0033] Although the present invention is described herein with reference to the illustrative embodiments of the present invention, the above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention, and the embodiments of the present invention are not limited to the above embodiments. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can design many other modifications and implementations, which will fall within the scope and spirit of the principles disclosed in this application.

Claims

1. A cigar tobacco static rehumidification device, characterized by: The invention comprises a water supply system, a heating device, a base, an outer shell and a water-absorbing sponge (8); the water supply system is arranged around the inner shell, the heating device is arranged at the top of the device, and the water-absorbing sponge (8) is arranged below the base; the water supply system comprises a drainage port (1), a horizontal drainage groove (2), a vertical drainage groove (3) and a U-shaped drainage groove (4); the drainage port (1) is arranged at the top of the outer shell, one end of the horizontal drainage groove (2) is connected to the drainage port (1), and the other end is connected to the U-shaped drainage groove (4); the U-shaped drainage groove (4) is located on the inner wall of the device, and each U-shaped drainage groove is connected through the vertical drainage groove (3); the heating device is composed of an infrared heating lamp (5) and is suspended at the top of the inner shell of the device.

2. The cigar tobacco static conditioning equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are two infrared heating lamps (5) which are symmetrically arranged inside the device.

3. The cigar tobacco static conditioning equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base comprises a cigarette placing plate (6) and a hydraulic rod (7), wherein the hydraulic rod (7) is arranged below the cigarette placing plate (6).

4. The cigar tobacco static conditioning device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The water-absorbing sponge (8) is located inside the U-shaped drainage groove (4) and at the bottom of the cigarette plate (6).

5. The cigar tobacco static conditioning equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that: The size of the water-absorbing sponge (8) matches that of the cigarette holder plate (6).

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