Anti-toppling EP pipe fixing device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of laboratory equipment, and provides an anti-toppling EP pipe fixing device which comprises a suction cup and a fixing cylinder. The bottom of the fixing cylinder is arranged on the suction cup, and a containing cavity for containing an EP pipe is formed in the fixing cylinder; a first supporting assembly and a second supporting assembly are arranged on the fixing cylinder, the first supporting assembly is located at the bottom of the interior of the fixing cylinder, and the second supporting assembly is arranged above the first supporting assembly. According to the utility model, the centrifugal tube is fixed by combining the sucker type base with the two supporting components in the fixed cylinder, so that the centrifugal tube is prevented from being polluted by the outside in the use process, the sterility and the safety of sampling are ensured, and the device has the characteristics of simplicity in installation and easiness in operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of laboratory equipment technology, specifically to an anti-tipping EP tube fixing device. Background Technology

[0002] EP (Eppendorf) tubes are small centrifuge tubes used with microcentrifuges for the separation and centrifugation of trace reagents. They are a common laboratory instrument, mainly used in biological laboratories.

[0003] Most centrifuge tubes on the market are designed for use in sets and cannot be stored independently. Before centrifugation, centrifuge tubes must be placed in a dedicated centrifuge tube holder, which is prone to tipping over and poses a risk of sample contamination. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the deficiencies in the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an EP pipe fixing device to prevent tipping.

[0005] According to the present invention, an anti-tipping EP tube fixing device includes a suction cup and a fixing cylinder;

[0006] The bottom of the fixing cylinder is disposed on the suction cup, and the interior of the fixing cylinder has a receiving cavity. The receiving cavity communicates with the outside through an opening at the top of the fixing cylinder. The receiving cavity is used to place the EP tube.

[0007] The fixed cylinder is equipped with a first support component and a second support component. The first support component is located at the bottom of the interior of the fixed cylinder, and the second support component is arranged above the first support component. When the EP tube is placed into the receiving cavity, the first support component supports the bottom of the EP tube, and the second support component adjustably supports the middle of the EP tube, thereby enabling the EP tube to be held in the receiving cavity.

[0008] Preferably, the first support assembly includes a left support rod, a left connecting rod, a right support rod, and a right connecting rod. One side of the left connecting rod is connected to the inner wall of one side of the fixed cylinder, and the other side of the left connecting rod is connected to the left support rod. One side of the right connecting rod is connected to the inner wall of the other side of the fixed cylinder, and the other side of the right connecting rod is connected to the right support rod. The left support rod and the right support rod are respectively clamped on both sides of the bottom of the EP tube.

[0009] Preferably, the end of the left support rod is hinged to the left connecting rod, and the end of the right support rod is hinged to the right connecting rod.

[0010] Preferably, both the left and right support rods are in contact with the EP tube via clamps.

[0011] Preferably, the inner surface of the clamping ring has an arc-shaped structure that matches the EP tube.

[0012] Preferably, the second support assembly includes multiple fixing units arranged circumferentially along the EP tube, and the EP tube can be clamped or released by adjusting the fixing units.

[0013] Preferably, the fixing unit includes a threaded rod and an extrusion plate. The fixing cylinder is provided with a threaded hole and a guide groove communicating with the threaded hole. The extrusion plate is arranged in the guide groove. The threaded rod passes through the threaded hole, and the inner end of the threaded rod is connected to the extrusion plate, while the outer end of the threaded rod extends to the outside of the fixing cylinder.

[0014] Preferably, a handle is provided on the outer end of the threaded rod. When the handle is turned, the extrusion plate can be driven to move along the guide groove into or out of the fixed cylinder. When the extrusion plate moves along the guide groove into the fixed cylinder, the EP tube can be squeezed tightly, thereby fixing the EP tube.

[0015] Preferably, the inner surface of the extrusion plate is made of a soft material.

[0016] Preferably, the suction cup is provided with a pull post.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] This invention secures centrifuge tubes by combining a suction cup base with two support components in a fixing cylinder. This ensures that the centrifuge tubes are not contaminated during use and prevents accidental spillage due to tipping. It guarantees the sterility and safety of sampling and solves the problem of sample contamination caused by tipping of centrifuge tubes during operation in existing technologies. This invention provides a fixation function during experiments, preventing sample quality reduction and contamination due to improper operation. It also solves the problem of centrifuge tubes not being able to be placed independently and features simple installation and easy operation. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the fixed cylinder;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure at part A in the middle.

[0023] The diagram shows:

[0024] Suction Cup 1

[0025] Pull column 11

[0026] Fixed cylinder 2

[0027] First support component 21

[0028] Left support rod 211

[0029] Left connecting rod 212

[0030] Right support rod 213

[0031] Right connecting rod 214

[0032] 215 clamps

[0033] Second support component 22

[0034] Fixed unit 221

[0035] Threaded rod 2211

[0036] Extruded plate 2212

[0037] Threaded hole 23

[0038] Handle 231

[0039] Guide slot 24

[0040] Reception cavity 25

[0041] EP tube 3 Detailed Implementation

[0042] 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.

[0043] This utility model provides an anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device, such as... Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, it includes a suction cup 1 and a fixing cylinder 2. The bottom of the fixing cylinder 2 is set on the suction cup 1. The fixing device can be attached to the table by the suction cup 1 to prevent it from tipping over. At the same time, the suction cup 1 is provided with a pulling column 11. When the suction cup 1 is in the suction state, the suction cup 1 can be pulled up by pulling the pulling column 11, thereby moving the entire fixing device. It is simple to operate and easy to use.

[0044] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, the fixed cylinder 2 has a receiving cavity 25 inside, which communicates with the outside through an opening at the top of the fixed cylinder 2. The receiving cavity 25 is used to place the EP tube 3. When placing the EP tube 3, it can enter the receiving cavity 25 through the opening. In addition, the fixed cylinder 2 is equipped with a first support assembly 21 and a second support assembly 22. The first support assembly 21 is located at the bottom of the inside of the fixed cylinder 2, and the second support assembly 22 is arranged above the first support assembly 21. When the EP tube 3 is placed in the receiving cavity 25, the first support assembly 21 supports the bottom of the EP tube 3, and the second support assembly 22 adjustably supports the middle of the EP tube 3. Through the two support assemblies, the EP tube 3 can be stably held in the receiving cavity 25, improving the stability of the device.

[0045] like Figure 2 As shown, the first support assembly 21 includes a left support rod 211, a left connecting rod 212, a right support rod 213, and a right connecting rod 214. One side of the left connecting rod 212 is connected to the inner wall of one side of the fixed cylinder 2, and the other side of the left connecting rod 212 is connected to the left support rod 211. The end of the left support rod 211 is preferably hinged to the left connecting rod 212. One side of the right connecting rod 214 is connected to the inner wall of the other side of the fixed cylinder 2, and the other side of the right connecting rod 214 is connected to the right support rod 213. The end of the right support rod 213 is preferably hinged to the right connecting rod 214. The left support rod 211 and the right support rod 213 are respectively clamped on both sides of the bottom of the EP tube 3, providing auxiliary support for the bottom of the EP tube 3.

[0046] Furthermore, both the left support rod 211 and the right support rod 213 are in contact with the EP tube 3 through a clamping ring 215. The inner side of the clamping ring 215 is an arc-shaped structure that matches the EP tube 3. By setting the clamping ring 215 with an arc-shaped structure, the support contact surface for the EP tube 3 is larger and the firmness is better.

[0047] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, the second support component 22 includes multiple fixing units 221, which are arranged around the circumference of the EP tube 3. For example, the number of fixing units 221 can be 2, 3, ..., etc., preferably 2. The middle part of the EP tube 3 is clamped and fixed by the multiple fixing units 221, which increases the stability of the EP tube 3 after placement.

[0048] like Figure 3As shown, each of the fixing units 221 includes a threaded rod 2211 and a pressing plate 2212. The fixing cylinder 2 is provided with a threaded hole 23 and a guide groove 24 communicating with the threaded hole 23. The guide groove 24 is connected to the receiving cavity 25. The pressing plate 2212 is arranged in the guide groove 24 and can slide in the guide groove 24. The threaded rod 2211 passes through the threaded hole 23 and can move along the axial direction of the threaded hole 23 by screwing. The inner end of the threaded rod 2211 is connected to the pressing plate 2212. The outer end of the threaded rod 2211 extends to the outside of the fixed cylinder 2. A handle 231 is provided on the outer end of the threaded rod 2211. When the handle 231 is pinched and turned, the extrusion plate 2212 can be driven to move along the guide groove 24 into or out of the fixed cylinder 2. When the extrusion plate 2212 moves along the guide groove 24 into the fixed cylinder 2, the extrusion plate 2212 extrudes the surface of the EP tube 3, which can squeeze the EP tube 3 tightly and thus fix the EP tube 3, increasing the stability of the EP tube 3 after it is placed in the receiving cavity 25.

[0049] It should be noted that the inner surface of the extrusion plate 2212 is made of soft material, which can reduce damage to the EP tube 3.

[0050] This utility model achieves effective fixation of the EP tube 3 by setting a suction cup structure at the bottom and configuring two support components on the fixing cylinder 2, preventing the EP tube 3 from tipping over. The entire structure can be designed into different specifications according to requirements to adapt to different specifications of EP tube 3.

[0051] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0052] In use, first press down the suction cup 1 to fix it on the table, then put the EP tube 3 into the receiving cavity 25. At this time, the bottom of the EP tube 3 is clamped and fixed by the clamping ring 215 on the left support rod 211 and the clamping ring 215 on the right support rod 213. Then, pinch the handle 231 and turn the handle 231. At this time, the threaded rod 2211 moves along the axis of the threaded hole 23 into the fixed cylinder 2. At the same time, the threaded rod 2211 drives the extrusion plate 2212 to slide along the guide groove 24 towards the receiving cavity 25 until the extrusion plate 2212 extrudes the surface of the EP tube 3 and squeezes the EP tube 3 tightly. At this time, the fixation of the EP tube 3 is completed.

[0053] When the EP tube 3 is needed, hold the handle 231 with your hand and turn the handle 231 in the opposite direction. At this time, the threaded rod 2211 moves along the axis of the threaded hole 23 towards the outside of the fixed cylinder 2. At the same time, the threaded rod 2211 drives the extrusion plate 2212 to slide along the guide groove 24 away from the receiving cavity 25. The extrusion plate 2212 leaves the surface of the EP tube 3. At this time, the EP tube 3 can be taken out. If the fixing device is no longer needed, the suction cup 1 can be pulled up by pulling the pull column 11 and the device can be put back in its original position.

[0054] 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.

[0055] 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 device for fixing an EP pipe to prevent tipping, characterized in that, Includes a suction cup (1) and a fixing cylinder (2); The bottom of the fixing cylinder (2) is set on the suction cup (1). The interior of the fixing cylinder (2) has a receiving cavity (25). The receiving cavity (25) communicates with the outside through the opening at the top of the fixing cylinder (2). The receiving cavity (25) is used to place the EP tube (3). The fixed cylinder (2) is provided with a first support component (21) and a second support component (22). The first support component (21) is located at the bottom of the interior of the fixed cylinder (2), and the second support component (22) is arranged above the first support component (21). When the EP tube (3) is placed into the receiving cavity (25), the first support component (21) supports the bottom of the EP tube (3), and the second support component (22) adjustably supports the middle part of the EP tube (3), so that the EP tube (3) can be kept in the receiving cavity (25).

2. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first support assembly (21) includes a left support rod (211), a left connecting rod (212), a right support rod (213), and a right connecting rod (214). One side of the left connecting rod (212) is connected to the inner wall of one side of the fixed cylinder (2), and the other side of the left connecting rod (212) is connected to the left support rod (211). One side of the right connecting rod (214) is connected to the inner wall of the other side of the fixed cylinder (2), and the other side of the right connecting rod (214) is connected to the right support rod (213). The left support rod (211) and the right support rod (213) are respectively clamped on both sides of the bottom of the EP tube (3).

3. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The end of the left support rod (211) is hinged to the left connecting rod (212), and the end of the right support rod (213) is hinged to the right connecting rod (214).

4. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The left support rod (211) and the right support rod (213) are both in contact with the EP tube (3) through the clamp (215).

5. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The inner surface of the clamp (215) is an arc-shaped structure that matches the EP tube (3).

6. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second support assembly (22) includes multiple fixing units (221) arranged circumferentially along the EP tube (3). The EP tube (3) can be clamped or loosened by adjusting the fixing units (221).

7. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The fixing unit (221) includes a threaded rod (2211) and an extrusion plate (2212). The fixing cylinder (2) is provided with a threaded hole (23) and a guide groove (24) communicating with the threaded hole (23). The extrusion plate (2212) is arranged in the guide groove (24). The threaded rod (2211) passes through the threaded hole (23), and the inner end of the threaded rod (2211) is connected to the extrusion plate (2212). The outer end of the threaded rod (2211) extends to the outside of the fixing cylinder (2).

8. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, A handle (231) is provided on the outer end of the threaded rod (2211). When the handle (231) is turned, the extrusion plate (2212) can be driven to move along the guide groove (24) into or out of the fixed cylinder (2). When the extrusion plate (2212) moves along the guide groove (24) into the fixed cylinder (2), the EP tube (3) can be squeezed and thus the EP tube (3) can be fixed.

9. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The inner surface of the extrusion plate (2212) is made of soft material.

10. The anti-tipping EP pipe fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suction cup (1) is provided with a pull column (11).

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