Rotary multi-station slide clamp

Abstract

The utility model discloses a rotary type multi-station slide clamp which comprises a base, a rotary platform, a rotary disc and a glass disc, a clamp groove is formed in the upper end face of the rotary platform, the rotary disc is arranged in an inner cavity of an interlayer, and the glass disc is arranged in an inner cavity of a mounting groove. According to the rotary type multi-station slide clamp, a plurality of unmarked slides can be sequentially sealed and isolated through the rotary platform, a slide needing to be marked is isolated from other unmarked slides, only the slide needing to be marked is in an open state, and the other unmarked slides are in a closed state, so that the slide needing to be marked is separated from the other unmarked slides; bacteria, viruses or other pollutants possibly existing in the marking process are effectively prevented from entering unmarked slides from air, the risk of cross infection is avoided, by means of rotation of the rotating disc, an operator only needs to place the slides in the corresponding clamp grooves for starting, marking can be conducted, the operation process is simplified, the operation difficulty is reduced, and the working efficiency is improved. The marking process of the cell sample can be quickly and efficiently completed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of glass slide clamping technology, specifically a rotary multi-station glass slide clamp. Background Technology

[0002] In the biopharmaceutical industry, procedures such as immunolabeling of cells are frequently required. In biological experiments, glass slides are commonly used to prepare samples. Cells or tissue sections are placed on the slides for reagent addition, washing, and other operations. To prevent the slides from moving during these procedures, they must be placed on a stage.

[0003] Patent application number 202320375048.5 discloses a slide clamp, including a stage with a slide placement groove. A slide is placed in the slide placement groove. A first pressing block and a second pressing block are provided on the stage, both connected to the stage and respectively located at both ends of the slide placement groove along its length. The first pressing block is rotatably connected to the stage and can selectively press the top of the slide. The second pressing block is located at the top of the slide placement groove, and a first groove is provided on the side of the second pressing block near the top of the slide. An elastic element is provided inside the first groove, and a ball bearing is engaged at the opening. The two ends of the elastic element abut against the bottom surface of the first groove and the ball bearing, respectively. When the slide is in the placement groove, the ball bearing presses the slide. This utility model eliminates the need for manual adjustment of the second pressing block; simply pushing the slide towards the second pressing block during placement, positioning it below the ball bearing, secures the slide, offering the advantage of simple operation.

[0004] Similar slide holders are used in environments where a large number of microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses, exist in the air. These microorganisms can be transmitted through the air to laboratory equipment and reagents. When labeling slides, unlabeled slides will be exposed to the air, leading to cross-contamination. In addition, researchers usually need to complete experiments within a limited time and need to process a large number of samples efficiently. Furthermore, cell sample labeling itself requires precise operation.

[0005] Therefore, in view of this, we studied and improved the existing structure to address its shortcomings, and proposed a rotary multi-station glass slide clamp. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a rotary multi-station slide holder. There are a large number of microorganisms in the air, including bacteria and viruses. These microorganisms can be transmitted to laboratory equipment and reagents through the air. When labeling slides, unlabeled slides will be exposed to the air, leading to cross-infection. In addition, researchers usually need to complete experiments within a limited time and need to efficiently process a large number of samples. Furthermore, cell sample labeling itself requires precise operation.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a rotary multi-station glass slide clamp, comprising a base, a rotating platform, a rotating disk, and a glass disk. A first motor is installed in the inner cavity of the base. The rotating platform is located on the upper surface of the base. A first gear groove is formed at the center of the lower surface of the rotating platform. A clamping groove is formed on the upper surface of the rotating platform. A sandwich structure is formed within the inner cavity of the rotating platform. The rotating disk is located within the inner cavity of the sandwich structure. A first gear is installed at the output end of the first motor. A fixing post is located at the center of the upper surface of the rotating platform. A second motor is installed on the upper surface of the fixing post. A second gear is sleeved at the output end of the second motor. An installation groove is formed on the surface of the rotating disk, and a second gear groove is formed at the center of the rotating disk. Sealing strips are provided at the edges of both the inner and outer rings of the installation groove. The glass disk is located within the inner cavity of the installation groove, and an opening is formed on the outer surface of the glass disk.

[0008] Furthermore, the first gear slot meshes with the first gear, and the output end of the first motor is connected to the rotating platform through the base.

[0009] Furthermore, the fixture slots are provided in several groups, and the positions of the several groups of fixture slots are arranged at equal intervals.

[0010] Furthermore, the second gear slot meshes with the second gear, and the output end of the second motor is connected to the rotating disk through the fixed pile.

[0011] Furthermore, the aperture sizes of the several sets of clamp slots are all equal, and the positions of the several sets of clamp slots and the mounting slots are vertically and horizontally aligned.

[0012] Furthermore, pulleys are provided at the edge of the outer surface of the rotating disk. Several groups of pulleys are provided, and the positions of the several groups of pulleys are arranged at equal intervals. The outer surface of each group of pulleys abuts against the side wall of the rotating platform.

[0013] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this invention are as follows: A rotating platform can sequentially seal and isolate multiple unlabeled slides, separating the slides to be labeled from the other unlabeled slides. Only the slides to be labeled are open, while the remaining unlabeled slides are closed. This effectively prevents bacteria, viruses, or other contaminants that may be present during the labeling process from entering the unlabeled slides from the air, avoiding the risk of cross-infection. Using a rotating disk, the operator only needs to place the slides in the corresponding fixture slots to start the labeling process, simplifying the operation and reducing the difficulty. This allows for rapid and efficient completion of the cell sample labeling process. The specific details are as follows:

[0014] The device is equipped with a rotating platform, a first motor, a first gear slot, a first gear and a fixture slot. The first motor drives the first gear at its output end to rotate. By meshing with the first gear slot in the rotating platform, the rotating platform is driven to rotate. The fixture slot on its surface is used to place cell slides for marking. The rotation of the rotating platform drives the cell slides to rotate. By installing the device in a cell immunolabeling instrument, the rotation interval and time are set to perform the marking work.

[0015] The system includes a sandwich panel, a rotating platform, an opening, a second gear, a fixing post, a second motor, a second gear slot, mounting holes, a sealing strip, a glass plate, and pulleys. The second motor is mounted on the rotating platform via the fixing post. As the rotating platform rotates, the system adjusts the rotation according to preset requirements. The rotation of the platform causes the sandwich panel to rotate as well. The second motor drives the second gear to rotate, which meshes with the second gear slot in the rotating platform, thus rotating the rotating platform simultaneously. The control system adjusts the rotation distance and starts / stops the rotation. A transverse pulley on the edge of the sealing plate assists the rotation. Because the glass plate and the clamping groove are aligned horizontally and vertically, the glass plate inside the mounting groove... The glass disk rotates to the top of the clamp slot, sealing the unlabeled slide and aligning its surface opening with one of the clamp slots. This ensures the glass disk allows the slide to be placed into the clamp slot through the opening. The sealing strip ensures a tight fit between the glass disk and the clamp slot, improving the safety and reliability of the labeling process. The process is repeated until multiple clamp slots are filled, sealing the unlabeled slide through the glass disk. The immunolabeler then labels one group of cell slides in the clamp slot through the opening, isolating the slide to be labeled from other unlabeled slides. This effectively prevents cross-contamination introduced during the labeling process and ensures the accuracy of the experimental results. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a rotary multi-station glass slide clamp according to the present invention.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rotating disk of a rotary multi-station glass slide clamp according to the present invention.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional cross-sectional schematic diagram of the second gear of a rotary multi-station glass slide clamp according to the present invention.

[0019] Figure 4 This utility model relates to a rotary multi-station glass slide clamp. Figure 2 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the diagram.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Rotating platform; 21. First gear slot; 22. Fixture slot; 3. First motor; 4. Interlayer; 5. Rotating disk; 6. First gear; 7. Fixed pile; 8. Second motor; 9. Second gear slot; 10. Second gear; 11. Mounting hole; 111. Sealing strip; 12. Glass disk; 121. Opening; 13. Pulley. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model.

[0022] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a rotary multi-station slide clamp includes a base 1, a rotating platform 2, a rotating disk 5, and a glass disk 12. A first motor 3 is installed inside the cavity of the base 1, providing load-bearing capacity for the entire device. A first gear 6 is installed at the output end of the first motor 3, providing output power to drive the first gear 6 to rotate via the output shaft. The rotating platform 2 is located on the upper surface of the base 1, providing rotational support for the slides. A first gear groove 21 is formed at the center of the lower surface of the rotating platform 2, providing a rotatable connection. A clamping groove 22 is formed on the upper surface of the rotating platform 2, designed according to the size of the slides, for placing unmarked slides. The slide is connected to the first gear 6 by meshing the first gear groove 21. The first gear groove 21 is connected by meshing the first gear 6. The rotation of the first gear 6 drives the rotating platform 2 to rotate. The output end of the first motor 3 is connected to the rotating platform 2 through the base 1. The first motor 3 is connected to the rotating platform 2 inside the base 1. Several sets of clamping grooves 22 are provided. The positions of the several sets of clamping grooves 22 are arranged in an equidistant manner. The aperture size of the several sets of clamping grooves 22 is equal. The several sets of clamping grooves 22 with equal aperture size are used to place cell slides. Driven by the first motor 3, the clamping grooves 22 can be accurately rotated to the required position to realize the marking operation of the slide.

[0023] The rotating platform 2 has an inner cavity with a sandwich layer 4, which is located within the rotating platform 2 to accommodate the rotating disk 5. The design of the sandwich layer 4 allows the rotating disk 5 to rotate within it, enabling the positioning and rotation of the glass disk 12. The rotating disk 5 is located within the inner cavity of the sandwich layer 4. A fixing post 7 is located at the center of the upper surface of the rotating platform 2. The fixing post 7 allows the second motor 8 to be securely installed on the rotating platform 2, ensuring its working stability. The upper surface of the fixing post 7 is equipped with the second motor 8. The output end of the second motor 8 is connected to the rotating disk 5 through the fixing post 7, converting electrical energy into mechanical energy to drive the rotation of the second gear 10. The output end of the second motor 8 is fitted with the second gear 10, and a second gear groove 9 is located at the center of the rotating disk 5. The second gear groove 9 meshes with the second gear 10. Through the meshing with the second gear groove 9, the glass disk 12 is located within the inner cavity of the mounting groove 11, transmitting the rotational power of the motor to the rotating disk 5 to drive the rotation of the glass disk 12. The function of the rotating disk 5 is to support and rotate the glass disk 12. 2. To ensure stable operation, the surface of the rotating disk 5 is provided with mounting grooves 11, and several sets of clamping grooves 22 are positioned vertically and horizontally corresponding to the mounting grooves 11. The design of the mounting grooves 11 allows the glass disk 12 to be securely mounted on the rotating disk 5, ensuring that it will not shift or shake. The mounting grooves 11 correspond to the clamping grooves 22, thus allowing the glass disk 12 to fit snugly against the clamping grooves 22. Sealing strips 111 are provided at the edges of both the inner and outer rings of the mounting grooves 11, further sealing the edges of the mounting grooves 11 and enhancing stability. The system has a sealed effect, and the outer surface of the glass disk 12 is provided with an opening 121. The opening 121 corresponds to the surface of one set of clamping slots 22 by the rotation of the rotating disk 5. A pulley 13 is provided at the edge of the outer surface of the rotating disk 5. Several sets of pulleys 13 are provided, and the positions of the several sets of pulleys 13 are arranged at equal intervals. The outer surface of each set of pulleys 13 abuts against the side wall of the rotating platform 2. The pulleys 13 assist the rotating disk 5 to rotate, so that it can rotate smoothly inside the rotating platform 2, reduce friction, and improve the stability of the system.

[0024] In summary, as Figures 1 to 4As shown, in this rotary multi-station glass slide clamp, the first motor 3 in the base 1 drives the first gear 6 at its output end to rotate. This gear meshes with the first gear slot 21 in the rotary platform 2, thus rotating the rotary platform 2. Simultaneously, the fixing post 7 above the rotary platform 2 fixes the second motor 8 to its upper end. The second motor 8 then passes through the fixing post 7 and engages with the second gear 10, which meshes with the second gear slot 9 at the center of the rotating disk 5, thereby rotating the rotating disk 5 in the interlayer 4. The mounting slot 11 achieves a transparent, visible space through the mounting glass disk 12. Corresponding to the clamp slot 22, the glass disk 12 closes the clamp slot. The surface of the glass slide 22 is further sealed by a sealing strip 111 at the edge. One section has an opening 121 that corresponds to one of the clamping slots 22. When the cell immunolabeling instrument is used for labeling, the control system controls the rotating disk 5 to rotate. The rotation is assisted by several sets of pulleys 13, so that the opening 121 corresponds to the clamping slot 22 where the slide needs to be placed. Several sets of clamping slots 22 are placed in sequence. When the slide in the clamping slot 22 needs to be labeled, the rotating disk 5 rotates to align the opening 121 with the clamping slot 22 that needs to be labeled, so that only the slide that needs to be labeled is in an open state, and the remaining unlabeled slides are covered by the glass disk 12 and are in a closed state.

Claims

1. A rotary multi-station glass slide clamp, comprising a base (1), a rotating platform (2), a rotating disk (5), and a glass disk (12), characterized in that: The base (1) has a first motor (3) installed in its inner cavity. The rotating platform (2) is located on the upper surface of the base (1). A first gear groove (21) is provided at the center of the lower surface of the rotating platform (2). A clamp groove (22) is provided on the upper surface of the rotating platform (2). A sandwich layer (4) is provided in the inner cavity of the rotating platform (2). The rotating disk (5) is located in the inner cavity of the sandwich layer (4). A first gear (6) is provided at the output end of the first motor (3). A fixing post (7) is provided at the center of the upper surface of the rotating platform (2). A second motor (8) is provided on the upper surface of the fixing post (7). A second gear (10) is sleeved on the output end of the second motor (8). An installation groove (11) is provided on the surface of the rotating disk (5). 5) A second gear groove (9) is provided at the center. Sealing strips (111) are provided at the edges of the inner and outer rings of the mounting groove (11). The glass disk (12) is located in the inner cavity of the mounting groove (11), and an opening (121) is provided on the outer surface of the glass disk (12). The first gear groove (21) meshes with the first gear (6). The output end of the first motor (3) is connected to the rotating platform (2) through the base (1). Several sets of clamp grooves (22) are provided. The positions of the several sets of clamp grooves (22) are arranged in an equidistant manner. The second gear groove (9) meshes with the second gear (10). The output end of the second motor (8) is connected to the rotating disk (5) through the fixed pile (7).

2. The rotary multi-station glass slide clamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The holes of several sets of clamping slots (22) are all the same size, and the positions of several sets of clamping slots (22) and mounting slots (11) are vertically and horizontally aligned.

3. A rotary multi-station glass slide clamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pulley (13) is provided at the edge of the outer surface of the rotating disk (5). Several groups of pulleys (13) are provided, and the positions of the several groups of pulleys (13) are arranged at equal intervals. The outer surface of each group of pulleys (13) abuts against the side wall of the rotating platform (2).

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