Bubble generating device in quartz sand flotation process
By designing a bubble generator with a support tube and a rotary dynamic seal, the problem of uneven bubble distribution was solved, achieving full contact between the bubbles and the quartz sand particles, improving flotation efficiency and uniformity, and ensuring the stability and safety of the flotation process.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422882945.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-26
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-18
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-26
AI Technical Summary
In the current quartz sand flotation process, the position of the bubbles cannot be adjusted, resulting in uneven bubble distribution, which affects flotation efficiency and mineral purification effect, and may also lead to waste of mineral resources.
A bubble generating device was designed, comprising a support pipe, an air inlet pipe, a stirring mechanism, and a top support mechanism. The uniform distribution and stable generation of bubbles are achieved through the reciprocating motion of the support pipe and the rotary dynamic seal. Combined with the stirring action of the stirring mechanism, the full contact between the bubbles and the quartz sand particles is ensured.
It improves the contact efficiency between bubbles and quartz sand particles, optimizes the flotation effect, achieves effective separation of quartz sand with different particle sizes and densities, improves flotation efficiency and uniformity, and ensures the stability and safety of the flotation process.
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Abstract
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TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to quartz sand production technical field especially a bubble generating device in quartz sand flotation process. BACKGROUND
[0002] In the quartz sand flotation process, the bubble generating device plays a vital role. However, the existing bubble generating device has a significant deficiency, that is, the bubble position is often not adjustable, which limits the full contact of bubbles and mineral particles, thereby affecting the flotation efficiency and mineral purification effect, and due to the unadjustable bubble position, often leads to uneven bubble distribution, excessive bubbles in some areas, and insufficient bubbles in some areas, which not only reduces the flotation efficiency, but also may lead to waste of mineral resources. SUMMARY
[0003] The utility model solves the technical problem in the prior art and provides a bubble generating device in the quartz sand flotation process, which has an adjustable bubble position, helps to ensure the flotation quality, and improves the flotation efficiency.
[0004] The technical problem solved by the utility model is solved by the following technical scheme. The utility model is a bubble generating device in the quartz sand flotation process, which comprises a flotation tank supported and installed by a support and a stirring mechanism for cooperating with the flotation tank to perform flotation treatment on quartz sand, a support pipe is installed at the bottom of the flotation tank and arranged vertically, one end of the support pipe is arranged in the flotation tank, the other end of the support pipe is arranged outside the flotation tank, a jacking mechanism is installed on the flotation tank for driving the support pipe to reciprocate up and down, and a reciprocating dynamic seal is installed at the joint of the support pipe and the flotation tank.
[0005] An air inlet pipe is also inserted on the support pipe, the top and bottom of the air inlet pipe extend to the outside of the support pipe, a horizontal air outlet pipe is installed at the top of the air inlet pipe, a plurality of one-way air nozzles are installed on the air outlet pipe, the bottom of the air inlet pipe is connected to a gas supply mechanism through a rotary joint, rotary dynamic seals are installed on both sides of the inside of the support pipe and cooperate with the air inlet pipe, and a driving mechanism is installed at the bottom of the support pipe for driving the air inlet pipe.
[0006] The technical problem solved by the utility model can also be further realized by the following technical scheme. For the above-mentioned bubble generating device in the quartz sand flotation process, the stirring mechanism comprises a stirring shaft and a speed reducer motor for driving the stirring shaft, and a stirring paddle is also installed on the stirring shaft.
[0007] The technical problems to be solved by the utility model further can be further realized through following technical schemes, for the bubble generating device in quartz sand flotation process, the top support mechanism is electric push rod, and the push rod end of electric push rod is fixedly connected with the supporting pipe.
[0008] The technical problems to be solved by the utility model further can be further realized through following technical schemes, for the bubble generating device in quartz sand flotation process, the gas supply mechanism includes air pump and gas supply hose, one end of gas supply hose is communicated with the air outlet end of air pump, and the other end of gas supply hose is communicated with the rotary joint.
[0009] The technical problems to be solved by the utility model further can be further realized through following technical schemes, for the bubble generating device in quartz sand flotation process, the drive mechanism is drive motor, and the supporting plate is installed at the bottom of supporting pipe, drive motor is installed on supporting plate, and the motor shaft of drive motor is transmissionally connected with air inlet pipe through transmission gear.
[0010] The technical problems to be solved by the utility model further can be further realized through following technical schemes, for the bubble generating device in quartz sand flotation process, the partition cover for covering the outside of air outlet pipe is further installed in flotation tank, and the air hole is arranged on the partition cover.
[0011] The technical problems to be solved by the utility model further can be further realized through following technical schemes, for the bubble generating device in quartz sand flotation process, the partition cover is circular truncated cone.
[0012] Compared with prior art, the utility model has the advantages of:
[0013] 1, the utility model discloses through top support mechanism drive supporting pipe and reciprocate, and the close cooperation of reciprocating dynamic seal, ensure the continuity and stability of bubble generation in flotation tank, this design not only improves the contact efficiency of bubble and quartz sand particle, also helps optimizing the flotation effect, so that the quartz sand of different granularity and density can be more effectively separated;
[0014] 2, the device realizes the flexible connection of gas supply mechanism and the reliable application of rotary dynamic seal through the ingenious combination of air inlet pipe and rotary joint, and the rotation of air inlet pipe in supporting pipe not only avoids the uneven distribution of bubble caused by the traditional fixed air inlet mode, but also makes bubble more evenly spread in flotation tank, further enhances the uniformity and efficiency of flotation process, and simultaneously, the adoption of rotary dynamic seal also effectively prevents gas leakage, ensures the stability and safety of the whole flotation process;
[0015] 3、The driving mechanism provides strong power support for the device, so that the air inlet pipe can stably rotate and lift in the supporting pipe. This design not only improves flexibility and adaptability, but also enables the device to adjust bubbles according to actual needs, thereby meeting the needs of different quartz sand flotation processes. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0016] Fig. 1 A structural schematic view of the present application;
[0017] Fig. 2 A structural schematic view of the separation cover of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] To make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiments of the present application clearer, the technical scheme in the embodiments of the present application will be described clearly and completely below with reference to the drawings of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor fall within the scope of protection of the present application.
[0019] REFERENCE Figs. 1-2 A bubble generating device in a quartz sand flotation process, comprising a flotation tank 2 supported and installed by a support 1 and a stirring mechanism for cooperating with the flotation tank 2 to perform flotation treatment on quartz sand. The flotation tank 2 is the core container of the entire flotation process and is stably supported by the support 1. The internal space of the flotation tank 2 is used to accommodate quartz sand to be floated and flotation medium, so as to facilitate stirring treatment by the stirring mechanism and realize flotation treatment on the quartz sand.
[0020] Preferably, the stirring mechanism comprises a stirring shaft 4 and a speed reducer motor 3 for driving the stirring shaft 4. A stirring paddle 5 is also installed on the stirring shaft 4. The speed reducer motor 3 provides a stable power source and drives the stirring shaft 4 to rotate, thereby driving the stirring paddle 5 to stir in the flotation tank 2. This ensures that the quartz sand and the flotation medium are fully mixed, and also helps the uniform distribution of bubbles in the material. The shape, number and arrangement of the stirring paddle 5 need to be optimized according to the characteristics and process requirements of the flotation material.
[0021] A vertical support pipe 6 is installed at the bottom of the flotation tank 2, one end of the support pipe 6 is arranged in the flotation tank 2, the other end of the support pipe 6 is arranged outside the flotation tank 2, a top support mechanism 7 is installed on the flotation tank 2 for driving the support pipe 6 to reciprocate up and down, a reciprocating dynamic seal is installed at the joint of the support pipe 6 and the flotation tank 2; the support pipe 6 can reciprocate up and down relative to the flotation tank 2 under the action of the top support mechanism 7, preferably, the top support mechanism 7 is an electric push rod, the push rod end of the electric push rod is fixedly connected with the support pipe 6; in order to ensure safety, a limiting block is further installed at the top and bottom of the support pipe 6;
[0022] A gas inlet pipe 8 is further inserted on the support pipe 6, the top and bottom of the gas inlet pipe 8 extend to the outside of the support pipe 6, a horizontal gas outlet pipe 10 is installed at the top of the gas inlet pipe 8, a plurality of one-way air nozzles 11 are installed on the gas outlet pipe 10, the bottom of the gas inlet pipe 8 is connected with a gas supply mechanism through a rotary joint 12, a rotary dynamic seal cooperating with the gas inlet pipe 8 is installed on the inside of the two sides of the support pipe 6, and a driving mechanism 9 for driving the gas inlet pipe 8 is installed at the bottom of the support pipe 6. The gas inlet pipe 8 can rotate relative to the support pipe 6 under the action of the driving mechanism 9, preferably, the driving mechanism 9 is a driving motor, a support plate is installed at the bottom of the support pipe 6, the driving motor is installed on the support plate, and the motor shaft of the driving motor is in transmission connection with the gas inlet pipe 8 through a transmission gear; at the same time, as the installation basis of the gas inlet pipe 8, the gas inlet pipe 8 can be driven to reciprocate up and down, so that the rotation and up-down movement of the gas inlet pipe 8 can be realized, so as to improve the dispersity and uniformity of the gas bubbles, achieve the best gas bubble distribution effect, and improve the flotation efficiency;
[0023] The gas supply mechanism is used for providing a gas source for the gas inlet pipe 8 through the rotary joint 12, the gas outlet pipe 10 and the one-way air nozzle 11 are used for uniformly releasing the gas in the form of micro gas bubbles into the flotation tank 2, preferably, the gas supply mechanism comprises a gas pump 14 and a gas supply hose 13, one end of the gas supply hose 13 is in communication with the gas outlet end of the gas pump 14, and the other end of the gas supply hose 13 is in communication with the rotary joint 12.
[0024] In actual use, a separation cover 15 for covering the outside of the gas outlet pipe 10 is further installed in the flotation tank 2, and a gas permeable hole 16 is arranged on the separation cover 15. The separation cover 15 is used for protecting the gas outlet pipe 10, the diameter of the gas permeable hole 16 is smaller than the particle size of the quartz sand, which can avoid the quartz sand from affecting the rotation of the gas outlet pipe 10 through the separation cover 15, and also does not affect the generation and rising of the gas bubbles; preferably, the separation cover 15 is in the shape of a circular truncated cone.
[0025] The specific working process of the gas bubble generating device in the quartz sand flotation process of the utility model is as follows:
[0026] I. Initial preparation
[0027] Ensure that all components such as the flotation tank, stirring mechanism, support tube, air inlet tube, one-way air nozzle, air supply mechanism, drive mechanism, and partition cover are correctly installed and connected.
[0028] Mix an appropriate amount of quartz sand with water and flotation reagents to form the flotation medium, and pour it into the flotation tank. The selection and amount of flotation reagents should be determined according to the characteristics of the quartz sand and the flotation requirements.
[0029] II. Start-up and operation
[0030] Turn on the air pump and deliver the gas to the air inlet tube through the air supply hose. At this time, the gas accumulates in the air inlet tube and is ready to be released.
[0031] Start the drive motor and rotate the air inlet tube through the transmission gear. The rotating air inlet tube helps to distribute the gas more evenly in the pipeline and increases the dispersibility of the bubbles.
[0032] Turn on the reduction motor to drive the stirring shaft to rotate, which in turn drives the stirring paddle to stir in the flotation tank. The stirring process helps to fully mix the quartz sand with the flotation medium and evenly distribute the bubbles in the material.
[0033] Start the electric push rod to drive the push rod end to move the support tube and the air inlet tube on it up and down reciprocally. This movement helps to adjust the height and frequency of bubble release, thereby optimizing the flotation effect.
[0034] III. Flotation process
[0035] When the gas enters the flotation tank through the air inlet tube, it is uniformly released in the form of tiny bubbles into the flotation medium under the action of the one-way air nozzle. These bubbles will carry hydrophobic quartz sand particles to the surface of the flotation tank, forming a foam layer.
[0036] During the rising of the bubbles, hydrophobic quartz sand particles will adhere to the bubbles. As the bubbles rise and accumulate, these particles will gradually form larger foam clumps. When the foam layer reaches a certain thickness, it can be removed from the surface of the flotation tank through a scraper or other device, thereby achieving the separation of quartz sand and impurities.
[0037] During the entire flotation process, the stirring mechanism will continue to work to ensure the full mixing of quartz sand and flotation medium and the uniform distribution of bubbles.
[0038] IV. End and cleaning
[0039] When the flotation process is complete, the drive mechanism, stirring mechanism, support mechanism, and air supply mechanism, etc. need to be turned off in sequence.
[0040] The cleaning and maintenance of the flotation tank, stirring mechanism, support pipe, air inlet pipe and other components are performed to ensure the long-term stable operation of the equipment and the smooth progress of the next use.
[0041] In summary, the bubble generating device in the quartz sand flotation process realizes efficient and uniform generation and distribution of bubbles and effective separation of quartz sand and impurities through the synergistic work of carefully designed various components and assemblies, which helps to ensure the flotation quality of quartz sand and improve the flotation efficiency.
Claims
1. A bubble generation device in a quartz sand flotation process, characterized by: The application relates to a flotation tank and a stirring mechanism for carrying out flotation treatment on quartz sand in cooperation with the flotation tank, wherein the flotation tank is supported and installed by a support frame, a vertical support pipe is installed at the bottom of the flotation tank, one end of the support pipe is arranged in the flotation tank, the other end of the support pipe is arranged outside the flotation tank, a top support mechanism for driving the support pipe to reciprocate up and down is installed on the flotation tank, and a reciprocating dynamic seal is installed at the joint of the support pipe and the flotation tank. An air inlet pipe is also inserted on the support pipe, the top and bottom of the air inlet pipe extend to the outside of the support pipe, a transversely arranged air outlet pipe is installed on the top of the air inlet pipe, a plurality of one-way air nozzles are installed on the air outlet pipe, the bottom of the air inlet pipe is connected with a gas supply mechanism through a rotary joint, rotary dynamic seals matched with the air inlet pipe are installed on the two sides of the inside of the support pipe, and a driving mechanism for driving the air inlet pipe is installed at the bottom of the support pipe.
2. A bubble generation device in a quartz sand flotation process according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stirring mechanism comprises a stirring shaft and a speed reduction motor for driving the stirring shaft, and stirring paddles are also installed on the stirring shaft.
3. A bubble generation device in a quartz sand flotation process according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top support mechanism is an electric push rod, and the push rod end of the electric push rod is fixedly connected with the support pipe.
4. A bubble generation device in a quartz sand flotation process according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gas supply mechanism comprises a gas pump and a gas supply hose, one end of the gas supply hose is communicated with the air outlet end of the gas pump, and the other end of the gas supply hose is communicated with the rotary joint.
5. A bubble generation device in a quartz sand flotation process according to claim 1 or 4, characterized in that: The driving mechanism is a driving motor, a support plate is installed at the bottom of the support pipe, the driving motor is installed on the support plate, and the motor shaft of the driving motor is drivingly connected with the air inlet pipe through a transmission gear.
6. A bubble generation device in a quartz sand flotation process according to claim 1, characterized by: A separation cover for covering the outside of the air outlet pipe is also installed in the flotation tank, and air permeation holes are arranged on the separation cover.
7. A bubble generation device in a quartz sand flotation process according to claim 6, characterized in that: The separation cover is in the shape of a circular truncated cone.