Multi-flux EP tube box capable of being opened and closed in batches

By designing a multi-flow EP tube box that can be opened and closed in batches, the problem of frequent and time-consuming manual operation of EP tube caps was solved, and multiple EP tubes were opened and closed at the same time, thus improving experimental efficiency.

CN223530440UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11SHANGHAI BAILIAN BIOMEDICAL TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422583047.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-24
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-24

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Technical Problem

In biological and medical experiments, the caps of EP tubes need to be opened and closed frequently, especially when the sample size is large. Manual operation is time-consuming and laborious, affecting experimental efficiency.

Method used

A multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing was designed, comprising a storage box, a flip cover, a clamping structure, and an embedded fixing structure. Multiple EP tubes can be opened and closed simultaneously by rotating the flip cover and using a pull rope assembly. The EP tube cover is fixed by an embedded groove and an elastic strip.

Benefits of technology

The operation process of multiple EP tubes has been simplified, the experimental efficiency has been improved, and the time and labor intensity of manual operation have been reduced.

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Abstract

The multi-flux EP tube box capable of being opened and closed in batches comprises a storage box, a plurality of containing holes are formed in the top of the storage box, and a turning cover covering the tops of the containing holes is further arranged on the top of the storage box. A clamping structure is arranged in each containing hole and used for containing and fixing an EP pipe, and a plurality of embedded fixing structures corresponding to the containing holes are arranged at the bottom of the turning cover and used for fixing an EP pipe cover of the EP pipe. The EP tube cover is simple in structure and convenient to operate, when a plurality of samples need to be treated at the same time, the EP tubes can be embedded with the EP tube cover only by placing the EP tubes in the placing holes and buckling the turning cover, when the EP tubes need to be opened, the plurality of EP tubes can be opened at the same time only by opening the turning cover, and the problem that the EP tubes cannot be easily separated when the sample size is large can be effectively solved. And time and labor are wasted through manual one-by-one operation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of reagent and experimental equipment technology, specifically to a multi-flow EP tube box that can be opened and closed in batches. Background Technology

[0002] EP tubes (mini centrifuge tubes) are a type of centrifuge tube commonly used in biological and medical experimental fields. They are tools frequently used in experiments for centrifuging, processing, or storing samples. In many daily operations, the caps need to be opened and closed repeatedly due to steps such as numbering, adding samples, taking samples, and centrifuging. When the sample volume is large, manual operation is time-consuming and laborious.

[0003] Therefore, how to simplify this operation to improve testing efficiency is a technical problem that urgently needs to be solved in this field. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the deficiencies in the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a multi-flow EP tube box that can realize batch opening and closing.

[0005] The multi-flow EP tube box that can be opened and closed in batches according to the present invention includes a storage box, the top of which is provided with a plurality of placement holes, and the top of the storage box is also provided with a flip cover covering the top of the placement holes.

[0006] The placement hole is equipped with a locking structure for placing and fixing the EP tube. The bottom of the flip cover is equipped with multiple embedded fixing structures corresponding to the placement hole for fixing the EP tube cap of the EP tube.

[0007] Preferably, the top of the storage box is provided with multiple rows of evenly distributed placement holes, and each row of placement holes is provided with a flip cover on top.

[0008] Preferably, a top pull ring is installed on one side of the top of the flip cover, and the other side of the top of the flip cover is rotatably mounted on the top of the storage box via a pivot.

[0009] Preferably, the locking structure includes a side pull ring, a spring, a compression protrusion, and a pull rope assembly;

[0010] The side pull ring is installed on the side of the storage box. The inner side wall of the placement hole is provided with a receiving groove. The spring and the extrusion protrusion are both located inside the receiving groove. The two ends of the spring abut against the bottom of the receiving groove and the extrusion protrusion, respectively.

[0011] The pull rope assembly is installed inside the storage box. One end of the pull rope assembly is connected to a side pull ring, and the other end of the pull rope assembly extends from the bottom of the receiving groove and is connected to a spring to abut against the end of the compression protrusion.

[0012] Preferably, the pull rope assembly includes a main pull rope, a guide wheel, and a secondary pull rope;

[0013] The main pull rope is located on one side of the placement hole. One end of the main pull rope is connected to the side pull ring, and the other end of the main pull rope extends along the arrangement direction of the placement hole. The main pull rope is provided with multiple guide wheels corresponding to the placement hole.

[0014] One end of the auxiliary pull rope is connected to the main pull rope via a guide wheel, and the other end of the auxiliary pull rope extends from the bottom of the receiving groove and is connected to a spring.

[0015] Preferably, the inner sidewalls of the placement hole are provided with symmetrical receiving grooves in pairs.

[0016] Preferably, the embedded fixing structure includes an embedding groove and an elastic strip, wherein the embedding groove is disposed at the bottom of the flip cover corresponding to the placement hole;

[0017] The shape of the embedding groove corresponds to that of the EP tube cap, and the elastic strip is arranged circumferentially inside the embedding groove for interference fit with the EP tube cap.

[0018] Preferably, the embedded fixing structure further includes an anti-detachment frame, which is disposed in the embedded groove corresponding to the tip of the EP tube cap;

[0019] On the projection along the depth direction of the embedded groove, the anti-detachment frame and the tip of the EP tube cap have an overlapping portion.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0021] This invention has a simple structure and is easy to operate. When multiple samples need to be processed at the same time, simply place the EP tube in the placement hole and snap the flip cover down to fit it with the EP tube cap. When the EP tube needs to be opened, simply open the flip cover to open several EP tubes at the same time. This effectively solves the technical problem of time-consuming and laborious manual operation when there are many samples. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Other features, objects, and advantages of this invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of non-limiting embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the storage box in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure for placing the hole in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a half-sectional view of the present invention from a side perspective;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the flip cover in this utility model.

[0028] The diagram shows:

[0029] Detailed Implementation

[0030] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to specific embodiments. These embodiments will help those skilled in the art to further understand the present invention, but do not limit the present invention in any way. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several changes and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention. These all fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0031] This utility model discloses a multi-throughput EP tube box that can realize batch opening and closing. The EP tube box can realize batch insertion and batch opening and closing of EP tubes, which can effectively solve the technical problem of time-consuming and laborious manual operation when the sample volume is large.

[0032] According to the multi-flow EP tube box that can be opened and closed in batches provided by this utility model, such as Figure 1-5 As shown, the storage box 1 has multiple placement holes 5 arranged on its top, and a flip cover 2 covering the top of the placement holes 5 is also provided on the top of the storage box 1. The placement holes 5 are provided with a locking structure for placing and fixing the EP tube 15. The bottom of the flip cover 2 is provided with multiple embedded fixing structures corresponding to the placement holes 5 for fixing the EP tube cap 14 of the EP tube 15.

[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, the top of the storage box 1 is provided with multiple rows of evenly distributed placement holes 5, and each row of placement holes 5 is provided with a flip cover 2 on its top. A top pull ring 3 is installed on one side of the top of the flip cover 2, and the other side of the top of the flip cover 2 is rotatably installed on the top of the storage box 1 via a pivot. By pulling up the top pull ring 3, the flip cover 2 can be rotated around the pivot, thereby completing the flipping action.

[0034] like Figure 3As shown, the clamping structure includes a side pull ring 19, a spring 6, a compression protrusion 7, and a pull rope assembly. The side pull ring 19 is installed on the side of the storage box 1. The inner side wall of the placement hole 5 is provided with a receiving groove. The spring 6 and the compression protrusion 7 are both located inside the receiving groove. The two ends of the spring 6 abut against the bottom of the receiving groove and the compression protrusion 7, respectively. The pull rope assembly is located inside the storage box 1. One end of the pull rope assembly is connected to the side pull ring 19, and the other end of the pull rope assembly extends from the bottom of the receiving groove and is connected to the spring 6 to abut against one end of the compression protrusion 7. Preferably, the pull rope assembly includes a main pull rope 8, guide wheels 9, and a secondary pull rope 10. The main pull rope 8 is located on one side of the placement hole 5, with one end connected to a side pull ring 19 and the other end extending along the arrangement direction of the placement hole 5. The main pull rope 8 is provided with multiple guide wheels 9 corresponding to the placement hole 5. One end of the secondary pull rope 10 is connected to the main pull rope 8 via the guide wheels 9, and the other end extends from the bottom of the receiving groove and is connected to a spring 6. In a preferred embodiment, to achieve a secure engagement of the EP tube 15, symmetrical receiving grooves are provided in pairs on the inner sidewall of the placement hole 5.

[0035] like Figure 5 As shown, the embedded fixing structure includes an embedding groove 17 and an elastic strip 18. The embedding groove 17 is disposed at the bottom of the flip cover 2 corresponding to the placement hole 5. The shape of the embedding groove 17 corresponds to that of the EP tube cap 14. The elastic strip 18 is disposed circumferentially inside the embedding groove 17 for interference fit with the EP tube cap 14. The embedded fixing structure also includes an anti-detachment frame 16, which is disposed in the embedding groove 17 corresponding to the tip of the EP tube cap 14. In the projection along the depth direction of the embedding groove 17, the anti-detachment frame 16 and the tip of the EP tube cap 14 have an overlapping portion.

[0036] Example 1

[0037] This embodiment discloses a multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch operation and temperature adjustment, comprising: a storage box 1, a flip cover 2, and a temperature regulating device. The storage box 1 has 48 holes for placing EP tubes 15, arranged in 4 horizontal rows, with 12 holes in each row. Each row is equipped with an independent flip cover 2. By providing an independent flip cover 2 for each row, it can be opened or closed as needed, effectively preventing contamination caused by prolonged exposure of the EP tubes to air.

[0038] When using the multi-flow EP tube box, flip the top pull ring 3 on the flip cover 2 to expose the placement hole 5 in the storage box 1, pull the side pull ring 19 to place the EP tube 14 in the placement hole 5, and then release the side pull ring 19. The compression protrusion 7 inside the placement hole 5 will compress and fix the EP tube 15 in the storage box 1.

[0039] After closing the EP tube cover 14, the flip cover 2 is lowered. The tip of the EP tube cover 14 inserts into the anti-detachment frame 16 of the flip cover 2 and presses it into the embedding groove 17. The elastic strip 18 in the groove deforms, thus fixing the EP tube cover 14 in the embedding groove 17. At this time, the opening and closing of several EP tubes 15 can be controlled by controlling the opening and closing of the flip cover 2.

[0040] Furthermore, the front of the EP tube box has a touch screen 4, which allows the temperature to be adjusted by touching the "+" and "-" symbols, thus meeting different experimental needs.

[0041] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0042] The specific embodiments of this utility model have been described above. It should be understood that this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and those skilled in the art can make various changes or modifications within the scope of the claims, which do not affect the substantive content of this utility model. Unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be arbitrarily combined with each other.

Claims

1. A multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing, characterized in that, Includes a storage box (1), the top of which is provided with a plurality of placement holes (5), and the top of the storage box (1) is also provided with a flip cover (2) covering the top of the placement holes (5); The placement hole (5) is provided with a clamping structure for placing and fixing the EP tube (15). The bottom of the flip cover (2) is provided with multiple embedded fixing structures corresponding to the placement hole (5) for fixing the EP tube cap (14) of the EP tube (15).

2. The multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the storage box (1) is provided with multiple rows of evenly distributed placement holes (5), and each row of placement holes (5) is provided with a flip cover (2) on top.

3. The multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing according to claim 1, characterized in that, A top pull ring (3) is installed on one side of the top of the flip cover (2), and the other side of the top of the flip cover (2) is rotatably installed on the top of the storage box (1) via a pivot.

4. The multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping structure includes a side pull ring (19), a spring (6), a compression protrusion (7), and a pull rope assembly; The side pull ring (19) is installed on the side of the storage box (1). The inner side wall of the placement hole (5) is provided with a receiving groove. The spring (6) and the extrusion protrusion (7) are both located inside the receiving groove. The two ends of the spring (6) abut against the bottom of the receiving groove and the extrusion protrusion (7) respectively. The pull rope assembly is located inside the storage box (1). One end of the pull rope assembly is connected to the side pull ring (19), and the other end of the pull rope assembly extends from the bottom of the receiving groove and is connected to the spring (6) to abut against one end of the compression protrusion (7).

5. The multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing according to claim 4, characterized in that, The pull rope assembly includes a main pull rope (8), a guide wheel (9), and a secondary pull rope (10). The main pull rope (8) is located on one side of the placement hole (5). One end of the main pull rope (8) is connected to the side pull ring (19), and the other end of the main pull rope (8) extends along the arrangement direction of the placement hole (5). The main pull rope (8) is provided with a plurality of guide wheels (9) corresponding to the placement hole (5). One end of the auxiliary pull rope (10) is connected to the main pull rope (8) via a guide wheel (9), and the other end of the auxiliary pull rope (10) extends from the bottom of the receiving groove and is connected to a spring (6).

6. The multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing according to claim 4, characterized in that, The placement hole (5) has symmetrical receiving grooves arranged in pairs on its inner sidewall.

7. The multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The embedded fixing structure includes an embedding groove (17) and an elastic strip (18). The embedding groove (17) is located at the bottom of the flip cover (2) corresponding to the placement hole (5). The shape of the embedding groove (17) corresponds to that of the EP tube cap (14), and the elastic strip (18) is arranged circumferentially inside the embedding groove (17) for interference fit with the EP tube cap (14).

8. The multi-flow EP tube box capable of batch opening and closing according to claim 7, characterized in that, The embedded fixing structure also includes an anti-detachment frame (16), which is disposed in the embedded groove (17) corresponding to the tip of the EP tube cap (14); On the projection along the depth direction of the embedded groove (17), the tip of the anti-detachment frame (16) and the tip of the EP tube cap (14) overlap.