Hot well type temperature sensor, valve integration module and in-place sterilization system thereof

Abstract

The utility model provides a hot well type temperature sensor, a valve integration module and an in-place sterilization system thereof. The hot well type temperature sensor comprises a temperature probe and a sleeve rod arranged on the outer side of the temperature probe, and a connecting part is arranged on the lower portion of the sleeve rod. The lower end of the connecting part is of a hollow structure and is detachably connected with a hot well base; the hot well seat is of a hollow structure and is provided with a temperature probe; the temperature probe is inserted into the pipeline through the hot well base; the temperature sensor has the advantages that the structure is compact, the sensor is convenient to replace, the sanitary valve is convenient to check and turn off, and the sterilization effect is reflected more accurately.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a temperature sensor component, in particular to a hot well temperature sensor, a valve integrated module and an in-situ sterilization system thereof. Background Art

[0002] In downstream biopharmaceutical operations, temperature sensors are required to monitor flow path temperatures in real time. Temperature sensors typically insert their probes directly into the flow path, placing them in direct contact with the fluid. This exposes the probes to fluid impact and corrosion, reducing their service life. In downstream biopharmaceutical operations, temperature sensors and valves are often located at a distance from each other, hindering timely monitoring of sterilization effectiveness and ensuring that the sterilizing steam has reached the shutoff valve. Utility Model Content

[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the above-mentioned prior art, the utility model provides a hot well temperature sensor, a valve integrated module and an in-situ sterilization system thereof, which can make the structure compact, facilitate the replacement and calibration of the temperature sensor, and the integrated design of the temperature sensor and the sanitary valve can more accurately reflect the sterilization effect during sterilization.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the first aspect of the present invention discloses a hot well temperature sensor, comprising a temperature probe, a sleeve rod outside the temperature probe, and a connecting component provided at the lower portion of the sleeve rod; the lower end of the connecting component is a hollow structure that is detachably connected to a hot well base; the hot well base is a hollow structure that houses the temperature probe; the temperature probe is inserted into a pipeline through the hot well base.

[0005] In some embodiments, the hot well seat adopts an inverted "convex" structure, with an external thread provided on the top and an internal thread provided on the lower end of the connecting component. The hot well base and the connecting component are detachably connected through threads.

[0006] In some embodiments, the hollow structure of the hot well seat is in an inverted "convex" shape; the diameter of the upper structure is larger than the diameter of the sleeve rod; and the diameter of the lower structure is larger than the diameter of the temperature probe.

[0007] In some embodiments, the hot well seat is connected to the pipeline by welding or threaded connection.

[0008] The second aspect disclosed by the present utility model proposes a valve integrated module, including a temperature sensor, wherein the temperature probe end of the temperature sensor is connected to the valve seat of the valve through a hot well seat; a sleeve rod outside the temperature probe, the lower part of which is provided with a connecting component that can slide along the sleeve rod; the lower end of the connecting component is a hollow structure, which is detachably connected to the hot well base; the hot well seat is a hollow structure, on which the temperature probe is placed; the temperature probe is inserted into the inlet and outlet ends of the valve through the hot well seat.

[0009] In some embodiments, the hot well seat adopts an inverted "convex" structure, with an external thread provided on the top and an internal thread provided on the lower end of the connecting component. The hot well base and the connecting component are detachably connected through threads.

[0010] In some embodiments, the hollow structure of the hot well seat is in an inverted "convex" shape; the diameter of the upper structure is larger than the diameter of the sleeve rod; and the diameter of the lower structure is larger than the diameter of the temperature probe.

[0011] In some embodiments, the hot well seat is connected to the pipeline by welding or threaded connection.

[0012] The third aspect of the present invention discloses an in-situ sterilization system, comprising a plurality of the above-mentioned hot-well temperature sensors and / or valve integrated modules.

[0013] The advantages of this utility model are: 1. Compact structure; 2. The sensor is easy to replace and calibrate; 3. It is integrated with the shut-off sanitary valve to more accurately reflect the sterilization effect. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of Example 1 of the present utility model.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of Example 1 of the present utility model.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the hot well base of Example 2 of the present utility model.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the valve integrated module of the present utility model.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the valve integrated module of the present utility model. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0020] The following describes the technical content of the present invention through specific embodiments. Those skilled in the art will readily understand the other advantages and functions of the present invention from the disclosure herein. The present invention may also be implemented or applied through various other specific embodiments. Those skilled in the art may make various modifications and alterations without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

[0021] Before introducing the specific embodiments of the present disclosure in detail, some terms used in the present disclosure are first explained.

[0022] General Terms and Definitions

[0023] Unless otherwise defined below, the meaning of all technical terms and scientific terms used herein is intended to be the same as that generally understood by those skilled in the art. Reference to the technology used herein is intended to refer to the technology generally understood in the art, including those changes in technology that are obvious to those skilled in the art or the replacement of equivalent technologies. Although it is believed that the following terms are well understood by those skilled in the art, the following definitions are still set forth to better explain the utility model. When a trade name appears in this article, it is intended to refer to its corresponding commodity. All patents, published patent applications and publications cited herein are incorporated herein by reference.

[0024] Unless otherwise indicated herein, singular references such as "a", "the" include plural references. The expression "one or more" or "at least one" may mean 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or more.

[0025] As used herein, the terms “connect,” “connected,” “coupled,” or similar terms are not limited to direct connections but also include indirect connections.

[0026] As used herein, the term "online monitoring" or "real-time monitoring" refers to the real-time detection of certain parameters or properties of a buffer, reaction fluid, or fluid flowing out of a flow reactor, such as pH, pressure, flow rate, conductivity, etc., during the use of a chromatography system. Unlike offline detection or analysis, online monitoring or real-time monitoring can provide real-time feedback of the detection results.

[0027] For example, the positional relationship words "up", "down", "left", "right", "front", "back", etc. involved in this article are determined according to the layout direction of the drawings in the specification. They are only used to express relative positional relationships. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0028] Reference Figure 1 、 Figure 2As shown, a hot-well temperature sensor includes a temperature sensor 3, which is equipped with a temperature probe 8 and a sleeve 6 extending outside the probe 8. A connecting component 5 is disposed below the sleeve 6. The lower end of the connecting component 5 is an open, hollow structure with internal threads. The connecting component 5 is connected to a hot-well base 2, which is a hollow structure into which the temperature probe 8 is inserted. The hot-well base 2 is an inverted "convex" structure, and the outer portion of the hot-well base 2 is provided with external threads for detachable connection to the connecting component 5. The hot-well base 2 is a hollow structure with an upper portion having a larger diameter than the lower portion. The diameter of the upper half is larger than the diameter of the sleeve, while the diameter of the lower half is larger than the diameter of the temperature probe. The temperature probe 8 is inserted into a pipe 1 through the hot-well base 2. A joint 4 is provided on the pipe 1. The inverted "convex" shoulder of the hot-well base 2 is welded to the joint 4.

[0029] Reference Figure 3 As shown, the pipe 21 is provided with a joint 24, which is internally threaded. The upper portion of the hot well base 22 is provided with external threads for connecting to a temperature sensor, and the lower portion of the hot well base 22 is provided with external threads for fixed connection to the internal threads of the joint 24. The lower portion of the hot well base 22 is provided with a placement groove 25, and a sealing ring 23 is placed in the placement groove 25 to ensure a seal between the hot well base 22 and the joint 24.

[0030] Reference Figure 4 As shown, a valve integrated module includes a valve body 31 and a temperature sensor 32 fixedly connected to the valve body 31.

[0031] Reference Figure 5 As shown, a valve integrated module includes a valve body 31 and a temperature sensor 32 fixedly connected to the valve body 31. The temperature sensor 32 includes a temperature probe 37 and a sleeve rod 36 outside the temperature probe 37. A connecting component 35 is provided at the lower portion of the sleeve rod 36. The lower end of the connecting component 35 is an open hollow structure with internal threads. The connecting component 35 is connected to a hot well base 34, which is a hollow structure. The temperature probe 37 is inserted into the hollow structure of the hot well base 34. The hot well base 34 is an inverted "convex" structure. The outer side of the upper structure of the hot well base 34 is provided with external threads, and the connecting component 35 is detachably connected. The hot well base 34 is a hollow structure with an upper portion having a larger diameter than the lower portion. The diameter of the upper half is larger than the diameter of the sleeve rod; the diameter of the lower half is larger than the diameter of the temperature probe. The temperature probe 37 is fixedly connected to the valve seat 33 of the valve body 31 through the hot well base 34. The temperature probe 37 is inserted into the valve body 31. The inverted "convex" shoulder of the hot well base 34 is fixedly connected to the valve seat 33 by welding.

Claims

1. Hot well temperature sensor, characterized in that: It includes a temperature probe, a sleeve rod outside the temperature probe, and a connecting component is provided at the lower part of the sleeve rod; the lower end of the connecting component is a hollow structure, which is detachably connected to the hot well base; the hot well base is a hollow structure, on which the temperature probe is placed; the temperature probe is inserted into the pipeline through the hot well base.

2. The hot well temperature sensor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hot well seat adopts an inverted "convex" structure, with an external thread on the top and an internal thread on the lower end of the connecting component. The hot well base and the connecting component are detachably connected through the thread.

3. The hot well temperature sensor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hollow structure of the hot well seat adopts an inverted "convex" shape; the diameter of the upper half structure is larger than the diameter of the sleeve rod; the diameter of the lower half structure is larger than the diameter of the temperature probe.

4. The hot well temperature sensor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hot well seat is connected to the pipeline by welding or threaded connection.

5. A valve integrated module, characterized in that: It includes a temperature sensor, the temperature probe end of the temperature sensor is connected to the valve seat of the valve through a hot well seat; a sleeve rod is outside the temperature probe, and the lower part of the sleeve rod is provided with a connecting component that can slide along the sleeve rod; the lower end of the connecting component is a hollow structure, which is detachably connected to the hot well base; the hot well seat is a hollow structure, on which the temperature probe is placed; the temperature probe is inserted into the inlet and outlet ends of the valve through the hot well seat.

6. The valve integrated module according to claim 5, characterized in that: The hot well seat adopts an inverted "convex" structure, with an external thread on the top and an internal thread on the lower end of the connecting component. The hot well base and the connecting component are detachably connected through the thread.

7. The valve integrated module according to claim 5, characterized in that: The hollow structure of the hot well seat adopts an inverted "convex" shape; the diameter of the upper half structure is larger than the diameter of the sleeve rod; the diameter of the lower half structure is larger than the diameter of the temperature probe.

8. The valve integrated module according to claim 5, characterized in that: The hot well seat is connected to the pipeline by welding or threaded connection.

9. An in-situ sterilization system, characterized in that: The invention comprises a plurality of hot-well temperature sensors according to any one of claims 1 to 4 or a valve integrated module according to any one of claims 5 to 8.

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