Chemical tail gas treatment device
By designing a spray tower and tail gas distribution plate in the chemical tail gas treatment device, the contact area between the tail gas and the spray liquid is increased, the problem of poor tail gas absorption effect is solved, and efficient tail gas absorption treatment is achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422814234.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-19
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-19
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-19
AI Technical Summary
In existing chemical tail gas treatment devices, the contact area between tail gas and spray liquid is small, resulting in poor absorption effect.
By designing the spray tower and tail gas distribution plate, the contact area between the tail gas and the spray liquid is increased, and the spray component is used to spray the spray liquid downward to contact the escaped tail gas for absorption treatment.
The exhaust gas absorption effect is improved, the structure is simple, the design is reasonable, the contact area between the exhaust gas and the spray liquid is increased, and the absorption effect is guaranteed.
Smart Images

Figure CN223351350U_ABST
Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of tail gas treatment equipment, in particular to a chemical tail gas treatment device. Background Art
[0002] The chemical industry produces a large amount of industrial exhaust gas during production. If this exhaust gas is discharged into the environment without treatment, it will harm the ecological environment and have a certain impact on people's health. Therefore, it is necessary to treat the exhaust gas and only release it after it meets the national waste gas emission standards to reduce environmental pollution.
[0003] At present, in the prior art, the tail gas generated in the chemical process is usually absorbed and treated by an absorption tower. However, the current absorption tower directly sprays the tail gas, and the contact area between the tail gas and the spray liquid is small, making it difficult to ensure the absorption effect. Utility Model Content
[0004] The utility model provides a chemical tail gas treatment device, aiming to solve the problems in the prior art.
[0005] The technical solution of the utility model to solve the above technical problems is as follows:
[0006] A chemical tail gas treatment device includes a spray tower and a tail gas distribution plate, wherein the bottom of the spray tower is provided with a tail gas inlet, and the top of the spray tower is provided with a tail gas outlet, and a spray assembly is installed in the upper part of the spray tower; the tail gas distribution plate is horizontally fixedly installed in the lower part of the spray tower, and a tail gas storage chamber is provided therein, and the tail gas storage chamber is connected with the tail gas inlet through an air inlet pipe; a plurality of distribution towers are evenly spaced on the tail gas distribution plate, and the interiors of the plurality of distribution towers are hollow and respectively connected with the tail gas storage chamber; a plurality of air outlet holes are evenly spaced on the plurality of distribution towers.
[0007] The beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows: during the treatment process, the tail gas enters the tail gas storage chamber through the tail gas inlet, and then escapes upward through a number of air outlets on a plurality of distribution towers; at the same time, the spraying liquid is sprayed downward by the spraying assembly, and the spraying liquid contacts the escaped tail gas to absorb and treat the tail gas, and the absorption effect is better.
[0008] The utility model has a simple structure and a reasonable design. The tail gas treatment device can realize the adsorption and spray treatment of tail gas, and utilizes the special structure of the tail gas distribution plate to increase the contact area between the tail gas and the spray liquid, thereby ensuring the tail gas absorption effect.
[0009] On the basis of the above technical solution, the present invention can also be improved as follows.
[0010] Furthermore, the plurality of distribution towers are respectively in a conical tower structure.
[0011] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that the structure is simple and the shapes of the multiple distribution towers are reasonably designed, which can not only allow the exhaust gas to escape upward, but also ensure that the spray liquid flows downward along the multiple distribution towers to avoid the spray liquid accumulating on the distribution towers.
[0012] Furthermore, the plurality of distribution towers are evenly spaced apart from one end of the exhaust gas distribution plate to the other end, and each extends from one side to the other side of the exhaust gas distribution plate.
[0013] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further solution are simple structure, reasonable distribution of multiple distribution towers, and guaranteed tail gas absorption effect.
[0014] Furthermore, the longitudinal cross-sections of the plurality of distribution towers are respectively triangular.
[0015] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that the structure is simple and the shapes of the multiple distribution towers are reasonably designed, which can not only allow the exhaust gas to escape upward, but also ensure that the spray liquid flows downward along the multiple distribution towers to avoid the spray liquid accumulating on the distribution towers.
[0016] Furthermore, it also includes an exhaust gas adsorption box, which has an air inlet and an air outlet at both ends, and the air outlet is connected to the exhaust gas inlet through a pipeline; an adsorption plate is detachably installed in the exhaust gas adsorption box, and the adsorption plate is located between the air inlet and the air outlet.
[0017] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further scheme is that during the treatment process, the tail gas to be treated enters the tail gas adsorption box through the air inlet, and after the impurities in the tail gas are adsorbed by the adsorption plate, the tail gas enters the spray tower through the air outlet and the tail gas inlet;
[0018] The tail gas enters the tail gas storage chamber through the tail gas inlet, and then escapes upward through a number of air outlets on multiple distribution towers; at the same time, the spray assembly is used to spray spray liquid downward, and the spray liquid contacts the escaped tail gas to absorb the tail gas, with a better absorption effect.
[0019] Furthermore, an opening is provided on the top of the exhaust gas adsorption box, which penetrates inside and outside, and the adsorption plate is detachably inserted into the opening.
[0020] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further solution are simple structure, reasonable design, easy disassembly and assembly of the adsorption plate, and time and labor saving.
[0021] Furthermore, the adsorption plate includes a fixed frame and a buckle plate, the fixed frame is inserted into the opening, and an activated carbon plate layer is installed therein; a slide groove is provided on the upper side of the fixed frame, and a slider is installed in the slide groove for horizontal sliding; the slider is rotatably connected to one end of the buckle plate, and when the slider slides to one end of the slide groove, the buckle plate can be horizontally buckled at the opening.
[0022] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that the activated carbon plate layer is fixed by the fixing frame and inserted into the opening, and then the fixing frame is pressed tightly by the gusset plate to ensure the stability of the fixing frame;
[0023] In addition, when replacing, you can flip the gusset plate, slide the slider to the center of the slide groove, and then use the gusset plate to lift the entire adsorption plate to replace the adsorption plate.
[0024] Furthermore, a pressure strip is installed on the top of the exhaust gas adsorption box at a position corresponding to one side of the opening so as to be horizontally rotatable, and the pressure strip can be rotated to tightly press the adsorption plate.
[0025] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further solution are simple structure, reasonable design, further increasing the stability of the adsorption plate assembly by using the pressure strip, easy operation, and time and labor saving.
[0026] Furthermore, the spray assembly is connected to the bottom of the spray tower through a return pipeline, and a circulation pump is fixedly installed on the return pipeline.
[0027] The beneficial effect of adopting the above further solution is that during the treatment process, the spray liquid at the bottom of the spray tower is sent to the spray assembly by a circulating pump to adsorb the tail gas inside the spray tower, while realizing the recycling of the spray liquid and saving costs.
[0028] Furthermore, a swirl plate is horizontally fixedly installed in the spray tower, and the swirl plate is located between the spray assembly and the exhaust gas distribution plate.
[0029] The beneficial effects of adopting the above further solution are simple structure and reasonable design. The swirl plate is used to make the spray liquid form centrifugal motion, so that the exhaust gas and the spray liquid are fully in contact, further ensuring the exhaust gas absorption effect. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0030] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;
[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the adsorption plate in the present invention when it begins to be disassembled;
[0032] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the adsorption plate during disassembly in the present invention;
[0033] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention when the adsorption plate is disassembled;
[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the exhaust gas distribution plate in the utility model;
[0035] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the first embodiment of the distribution tower in the utility model;
[0036] Figure 7 This is a schematic structural diagram of the second embodiment of the distribution tower in the present utility model.
[0037] In the accompanying drawings, the components represented by the reference numerals are as follows:
[0038] 1. Spray tower; 2. Exhaust gas distribution plate; 3. Exhaust gas inlet; 4. Exhaust gas outlet; 5. Spray assembly; 6. Distribution tower; 7. Air outlet; 8. Exhaust gas adsorption box; 9. Air inlet; 10. Air outlet; 11. Adsorption plate; 11-1. Fixed frame; 11-2. Activated carbon plate layer; 11-3. Buckle plate; 12. Pressure strip; 13. Circulation pump; 14. Swirl plate; 15. Sewage outlet; 16. Limit groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0039] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments of the present invention and the features therein can be combined with each other.
[0040] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, features defined as "first", "second", etc. may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.
[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections, electrical connections; direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediate medium, and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.
[0042] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with embodiments.
[0043] Example 1
[0044] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, this embodiment provides a chemical exhaust gas treatment device, including a spray tower 1 and an exhaust gas distribution plate 2, wherein the bottom of the spray tower 1 is provided with an exhaust gas inlet 3, and the top of the spray tower 1 is provided with an exhaust gas outlet 4, and the upper part of the spray tower 1 is provided with a spray assembly 5; the exhaust gas distribution plate 2 is horizontally fixedly installed in the lower part of the spray tower 1, and an exhaust gas storage chamber is provided therein, and the exhaust gas storage chamber is connected with the exhaust gas inlet 3 through an air inlet pipe; a plurality of distribution towers 6 are evenly spaced on the exhaust gas distribution plate 2, and the interiors of the plurality of distribution towers 6 are hollow and respectively connected with the exhaust gas storage chamber; a plurality of air outlet holes 7 are evenly spaced on the plurality of distribution towers 6.
[0045] During the treatment process, the tail gas enters the tail gas storage chamber through the tail gas inlet 3, and then escapes upward through a number of outlet holes 7 on a plurality of distribution towers 6; at the same time, the spray component 5 is used to spray the spray liquid downward, and the spray liquid contacts the escaped tail gas to absorb the tail gas, and the absorption effect is better.
[0046] Preferably, in this embodiment, the spray tower 1 is preferably a cylindrical structure with a thin upper end and a thick lower end.
[0047] Preferably, in this embodiment, the above-mentioned spray assembly 5 includes a main line and multiple spray nozzles. The main line is arranged horizontally, and one end of it extends outside the spray tower 1; the multiple spray nozzles are evenly spaced along the axial direction of the main line at the position where the main line is located in the spray tower 1, and their nozzles are vertically downward.
[0048] Preferably, in this embodiment, a sewage outlet 15 is provided at the bottom of the spray tower 1 , and a sewage valve is fixedly installed at the sewage outlet 15 .
[0049] This embodiment has a simple structure and a reasonable design. The exhaust gas treatment device can realize the adsorption and spray treatment of the exhaust gas, and utilizes the special structure of the exhaust gas distribution plate to increase the contact area between the exhaust gas and the spray liquid, thereby ensuring the exhaust gas absorption effect.
[0050] Example 2
[0051] On the basis of Example 1, in this embodiment, the plurality of distribution towers 6 are respectively in a conical tower structure (such as Figure 6 shown).
[0052] This solution has a simple structure and the shapes of the multiple distribution towers 6 are reasonably designed, which can not only allow the tail gas to escape upward, but also ensure that the spray liquid flows downward along the multiple distribution towers, avoiding the spray liquid from accumulating on the distribution towers 6.
[0053] Example 3
[0054] On the basis of Example 1, in this embodiment, a plurality of the distribution towers 6 are evenly spaced and distributed along the direction from one end to the other end of the tail gas distribution plate 2, and they extend along the direction from one side to the other side of the tail gas distribution plate 2 (such as Figure 7 shown).
[0055] This solution has a simple structure, and the multiple distribution towers 6 are reasonably distributed, thereby ensuring the tail gas absorption effect.
[0056] The above-mentioned embodiment 2 and embodiment 3 are parallel solutions.
[0057] Preferably, in this embodiment, the exhaust gas distribution plate 2 in the above-mentioned embodiment 2 and embodiment 3 is preferably a rectangular plate structure, and the two sides of its upper surface are respectively sloped structures to facilitate the downward flow of the spray liquid and avoid the spray liquid accumulating on the exhaust gas distribution plate 2.
[0058] Example 4
[0059] On the basis of Example 2 or Example 3, in this embodiment, the longitudinal cross-sections of the plurality of distribution towers 6 are respectively triangular.
[0060] This solution has a simple structure and the shapes of the multiple distribution towers 6 are reasonably designed, which can not only allow the tail gas to escape upward, but also ensure that the spray liquid flows downward along the multiple distribution towers 6 to avoid the spray liquid accumulating on the distribution towers 6.
[0061] Example 5
[0062] On the basis of the above embodiments, this embodiment also includes an exhaust gas adsorption box 8, wherein an air inlet 9 and an air outlet 10 are respectively provided at both ends of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8, and the air outlet 10 is connected to the exhaust gas inlet 3 through a pipeline; an adsorption plate 11 is detachably installed in the exhaust gas adsorption box 8, and the adsorption plate 11 is located between the air inlet 9 and the air outlet 10.
[0063] During the treatment process, the tail gas to be treated enters the tail gas adsorption box 8 through the air inlet, and after the impurities in the tail gas are adsorbed by the adsorption plate 11, the tail gas enters the spray tower 1 through the air outlet 10 and the tail gas inlet 3;
[0064] The tail gas enters the tail gas storage chamber through the tail gas inlet 3, and then escapes upward through the multiple outlet holes 7 on the multiple distribution towers 6; at the same time, the spray component 5 is used to spray the spray liquid downward, and the spray liquid contacts the escaped tail gas to absorb the tail gas, and the absorption effect is better.
[0065] Preferably, in this embodiment, the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 is preferably a rectangular box.
[0066] Example 6
[0067] On the basis of Example 5, in this embodiment, the top of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 is provided with an opening that penetrates inside and outside, and the adsorption plate 11 is detachably inserted into the opening.
[0068] This solution has a simple structure and a reasonable design, and the adsorption plate 11 is easy to assemble and disassemble, saving time and effort.
[0069] Preferably, in this embodiment, the adsorption plate 11 is preferably a rectangular plate.
[0070] In addition, the opening is preferably a long strip-shaped opening, and extends from one side of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 to the other side.
[0071] Preferably, in this embodiment, a limiting groove 16 is provided at the bottom of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 . The limiting groove 16 is arranged opposite to the opening, and the limiting groove 16 is used to limit the adsorption plate 11 .
[0072] Example 7
[0073] On the basis of Example 6, in this embodiment, the adsorption plate 11 includes a fixed frame 11-1 and a buckle plate 11-3, the fixed frame 11-1 is inserted into the opening, and an activated carbon plate layer 11-2 is installed therein; a slide groove is provided on the upper side of the fixed frame 11-1, and a slider is installed in the slide groove for horizontal sliding; the slider is rotatably connected to one end of the buckle plate 11-3, and when the slider slides to one end of the slide groove, the buckle plate 11-3 can be horizontally buckled at the opening.
[0074] This solution uses a fixing frame 11-1 to fix the activated carbon plate layer 11-2 and insert it into the opening. Then, a gusset plate 11-3 is used to press the fixing frame 11-1 tightly to ensure the stability of the fixing frame 11-1.
[0075] In addition, when replacing, the gusset plate 11 - 3 can be turned over, and the slider can be slid to the center of the slide groove, and then the gusset plate 11 - 3 can be used to lift the entire adsorption plate 11 upward to replace the adsorption plate 11 .
[0076] Preferably, in this embodiment, the fixing frame 11 - 1 is preferably a rectangular frame, which can be used to fix the activated carbon plate layer 11 - 2 and match the shape of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 .
[0077] Preferably, in this embodiment, the above-mentioned gusset plate 11-3 is preferably a long strip plate, and its shape and size match the above-mentioned opening.
[0078] Preferably, in this embodiment, one end of the above-mentioned buckle plate 11-3 is rotatably connected to the slider through a rotating shaft.
[0079] Example 8
[0080] On the basis of any one of Examples 6 to 7, in this embodiment, a pressure strip 12 is horizontally mounted on the top of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 corresponding to the portion on one side of the opening, and the pressure strip 12 can be rotated to tightly press the adsorption plate 11 .
[0081] This solution has a simple structure and a reasonable design. The pressure strip 12 is used to further increase the assembly stability of the adsorption plate 11. The operation is simple and convenient, saving time and effort.
[0082] Preferably, in this embodiment, the above-mentioned pressure strip 12 is preferably a long strip plate structure.
[0083] In addition, one end of the above-mentioned pressure strip 12 is rotatably connected to the top of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 through a rotating shaft, and its lower surface is closely attached to the top of the exhaust gas adsorption box 8 and the buckle plate 11-3. A certain external force is required to rotate the above-mentioned pressure strip 12.
[0084] Moreover, the pressure strip 12 can be rotated to its other end to press the other end of the buckle plate 11-3.
[0085] Example 9
[0086] On the basis of the above embodiments, in this embodiment, the spray assembly 5 is connected to the bottom of the spray tower 1 through a return line, and a circulation pump 13 is fixedly installed on the return line.
[0087] During the treatment process, the circulation pump 13 is used to send the spray liquid at the bottom of the spray tower 1 to the spray assembly 5 to adsorb the tail gas inside the spray tower 1, while realizing the recycling of the spray liquid and saving costs.
[0088] Example 10
[0089] On the basis of the above embodiments, in this embodiment, a swirl plate 14 is further fixedly installed horizontally in the spray tower 1 , and the swirl plate 14 is located between the spray assembly 5 and the exhaust gas distribution plate 2 .
[0090] This solution has a simple structure and a reasonable design. The swirl plate 14 is used to make the spray liquid form a centrifugal motion, so that the tail gas is fully in contact with the spray liquid, further ensuring the tail gas absorption effect.
[0091] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:
[0092] During the treatment process, the tail gas to be treated enters the tail gas adsorption box 8 through the air inlet, and after the impurities in the tail gas are adsorbed by the adsorption plate 11, the tail gas enters the spray tower 1 through the air outlet 10 and the tail gas inlet 3;
[0093] The tail gas enters the tail gas storage chamber through the tail gas inlet 3, and then escapes upward through the multiple air outlets 7 on the multiple distribution towers 6; at the same time, the circulating pump 13 is used to send the spray liquid to the spray component 5, and the spray component 5 sprays the spray liquid downward. The spray liquid contacts the escaped tail gas to absorb the tail gas, and the absorption effect is better.
[0094] It should be noted that all electronic components involved in the present invention adopt existing technologies, and the above components are electrically connected to the controller, and the control circuits between the controller and the components are existing technologies.
[0095] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above and that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of the present invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as illustrative and non-restrictive, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims, not the foregoing description, and all variations within the meaning and range of equivalents of the claims are intended to be encompassed within the present invention. Any reference sign in a claim should not be construed as limiting the claim to which it relates.
[0096] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described in terms of implementation methods, not every implementation method contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative method of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
[0097] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A chemical tail gas treatment device, characterized by: The invention comprises a spray tower (1) and an exhaust gas distribution plate (2), wherein the bottom of the spray tower (1) is provided with an exhaust gas inlet (3), and the top of the spray tower (1) is provided with an exhaust gas outlet (4), and the upper part of the spray tower (1) is provided with a spray assembly (5); the exhaust gas distribution plate (2) is horizontally fixedly installed at the lower part of the spray tower (1), and an exhaust gas storage chamber is provided therein, and the exhaust gas storage chamber is connected to the exhaust gas inlet (3) through an air intake pipe; a plurality of distribution towers (6) are evenly spaced on the exhaust gas distribution plate (2), and the interiors of the plurality of distribution towers (6) are hollow and respectively connected to the exhaust gas storage chamber; a plurality of air outlet holes (7) are evenly spaced on the plurality of distribution towers (6).
2. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plurality of distribution towers (6) are respectively in a conical tower structure.
3. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plurality of distribution towers (6) are evenly spaced and distributed along the direction from one end to the other end of the tail gas distribution plate (2), and each extends along the direction from one side to the other side of the tail gas distribution plate (2).
4. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The longitudinal sections of the plurality of distribution towers (6) are respectively triangular.
5. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The exhaust gas adsorption box (8) is also included. An air inlet (9) and an air outlet (10) are respectively provided at both ends of the exhaust gas adsorption box (8). The air outlet (10) is connected to the exhaust gas inlet (3) through a pipeline. An adsorption plate (11) is detachably installed in the exhaust gas adsorption box (8), and the adsorption plate (11) is located between the air inlet (9) and the air outlet (10).
6. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The top of the tail gas adsorption box (8) is provided with an opening that penetrates inside and outside, and the adsorption plate (11) is detachably inserted into the opening.
7. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The adsorption plate (11) comprises a fixed frame (11-1) and a buckle plate (11-3); the fixed frame (11-1) is inserted into the opening, and an activated carbon plate layer (11-2) is installed therein; a slide groove is provided on the upper side of the fixed frame (11-1), and a slider is installed in the slide groove for horizontal sliding; the slider is rotatably connected to one end of the buckle plate (11-3), and when the slider slides to one end of the slide groove, the buckle plate (11-3) can be horizontally buckled at the opening.
8. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to claim 6, characterized in that: A pressure strip (12) is installed on the top of the tail gas adsorption box (8) at a position corresponding to one side of the opening so as to be rotated horizontally. The pressure strip (12) can be rotated to tightly press the adsorption plate (11).
9. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The spray assembly (5) is in communication with the bottom of the spray tower (1) via a return line, and a circulation pump (13) is fixedly installed on the return line.
10. The chemical tail gas treatment device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: A swirl plate (14) is also fixedly installed horizontally in the spray tower (1), and the swirl plate (14) is located between the spray assembly (5) and the tail gas distribution plate (2).