Cigarette distributing device and cigarette warehouse of packaging machine

By introducing a cigarette sorting device into the cigarette conveying system, and utilizing the combined design of the handle and the cigarette sorting rod, the problem of cigarettes being scattered above the lower cigarette channel is solved, thus achieving orderly sorting of cigarettes and improving equipment operating efficiency.

CN223764781UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-06LONGYAN CIGARETTE FACTORY
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Application Number
CN202520246375.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-17
Publication Date
2026-01-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-17

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Technical Problem

When cigarettes enter the lower smoke trough above the lower smoke channel, they are prone to scattering smoke, which increases cigarette consumption and affects equipment operating efficiency.

Method used

Design a cigarette-distributing device, including a handle and multiple cigarette-distributing rods. The cigarette-distributing rods are arranged side by side at intervals along a specific direction to simultaneously receive multiple cigarettes and prevent them from falling freely and scattering above the lower smoke channel.

Benefits of technology

The design of the cigarette sorting device reduces cigarette consumption, saves manual sorting time, and improves equipment operating efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a cigarette separating device and a cigarette warehouse of a packaging machine. The cigarette separating device comprises a handle and a cigarette separating device, wherein the handle comprises a mounting seat and a handle part connected to the mounting seat; the cigarette separating rods are arranged side by side at intervals in the first direction, each cigarette separating rod extends in the second direction perpendicular to the first direction and comprises a fixed end and a free end which are oppositely arranged, and the fixed end of each cigarette separating rod is fixedly connected to the end, away from the handle part in the first direction, of the mounting base. According to the cigarette separating device provided by the invention, a plurality of cigarettes can be synchronously received through the plurality of cigarette separating rods, so that the cigarettes are prevented from falling freely and being scattered above each cigarette discharging channel of the cigarette warehouse of the packaging machine, the manual arrangement time is saved, and the consumption of the cigarettes is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of tobacco machinery technology, and in particular to a tobacco separating device and a tobacco storage compartment for a packaging machine. Background Technology

[0002] Cigarettes produced by the cigarette rolling machine travel through the cigarette conveying channel 10 to the cigarette storage compartment 20 of the packaging machine. Due to gravity, the cigarettes fall into a separator, which diverts them to fall above multiple lower cigarette channels 21, thus forming the various layers of cigarettes inside the cigarette pack. A vibrator 22 is installed between two lower cigarette channels 21 to ensure that the cigarettes fall into multiple lower cigarette slots 21a of the lower cigarette channels 21 on both sides.

[0003] In related technologies, when cigarettes enter the lower smoke trough above the lower smoke channel, they are prone to scattering smoke, increasing cigarette consumption and affecting equipment operation. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a cigarette sorting device and a cigarette storage for a packaging machine, which aims to solve the problem that when cigarettes enter multiple lower cigarette slots above the lower cigarette channel, disordered cigarettes easily occur, increasing cigarette consumption and affecting equipment operation.

[0005] The first aspect of this disclosure provides a smoke-distributing device, comprising:

[0006] The handle includes a mounting base and a shank connected to the mounting base;

[0007] Multiple cigarette dividers are arranged side-by-side at intervals along a first direction. Each cigarette divider extends along a second direction perpendicular to the first direction and includes a fixed end and a free end arranged opposite to each other. The fixed end of each cigarette divider is fixedly connected to the end of the mounting base away from the handle along the first direction.

[0008] In some embodiments of the smoke-distributing device, the smoke-distributing device includes seven smoke-distributing rods, each smoke-distributing rod having a diameter of 7 mm and a length of 130 mm.

[0009] In some embodiments of the smoke-distributing device, the smoke-distributing device includes 10 smoke-distributing rods, each smoke-distributing rod having a diameter of 5 mm and a length of 120 mm.

[0010] In some embodiments of the smoke-distributing device, the smoke-distributing rod is configured as a spring rod.

[0011] In some embodiments of the smoke distribution device, the smoke distribution rod is threadedly connected to the mounting base.

[0012] In some embodiments of the smoke-dispersing device, the handle is an acrylic handle.

[0013] In some embodiments of the smoke separation device, the mounting base is configured as a mounting plate, wherein,

[0014] The mounting plate is positioned perpendicular to a third direction, and this third direction is perpendicular to both the first and second directions; or

[0015] The mounting plate is positioned perpendicular to the second direction.

[0016] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a cigarette storage compartment for a packaging machine, comprising:

[0017] At least one lower smoke channel, the lower smoke channel comprising a plurality of lower smoke slots; and

[0018] The smoke-distributing device described in the first aspect of this disclosure includes a plurality of smoke-distributing rods and a plurality of lower smoke troughs arranged in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0019] Based on the cigarette-separating device provided in this disclosure, by setting a handle and multiple cigarette-separating rods spaced apart in a first direction and extending in a second direction, it is convenient for the operator to hold the handle and place the cigarette-separating device above the lower cigarette trough. This facilitates the simultaneous receipt of multiple cigarettes by multiple cigarette-separating rods, preventing cigarettes from falling freely and scattering above each lower cigarette channel, saving manual sorting time and reducing cigarette consumption.

[0020] The packaging machine smoke storage compartment of this disclosure includes the smoke separating device of this disclosure, thereby having the advantages of the smoke separating device of this disclosure.

[0021] Other features and advantages of this disclosure will become clear from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this disclosure and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments of this disclosure and are used to explain this disclosure, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this disclosure. In the drawings:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the tobacco storage compartment in a packaging machine based on related technologies.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a smoke-distributing device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the handle of a smoke-distributing device according to another embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0026] Figures 1 to 3 In the figures, the labels represent:

[0027] 10. Cigarette conveying channel; 20. Packaging machine cigarette storage compartment; 21. Lower cigarette channel; 21a. Lower cigarette trough; 22. Vibrator;

[0028] 1. Handle; 11. Mounting base; 12. Handle; 2. Cigarette separator;

[0029] A. First direction, B. Second direction. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this disclosure, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit this disclosure or its application or use. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this disclosure without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0031] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps set forth in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this disclosure. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.

[0032] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0033] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" are generally based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this disclosure; the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0034] In the following description, the first direction A corresponds to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The vertical direction in the middle, the second direction B corresponds to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The left and right directions in the middle, the third direction corresponds to the direction perpendicular to the middle. Figure 2 and Figure 3 The orientation of the paper.

[0035] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a smoke-distributing device, including a handle 1 and a plurality of smoke-distributing rods 2. The handle 1 includes a mounting base 11 and a stem 12 connected to the mounting base 11. The plurality of smoke-distributing rods 2 are arranged side by side at intervals along a first direction A. Each smoke-distributing rod 2 extends along a second direction B perpendicular to the first direction A and includes a fixed end and a free end disposed opposite to each other. The fixed end of each smoke-distributing rod 2 is fixedly connected to the end of the mounting base 11 along the first direction A away from the stem 12.

[0036] Based on the cigarette-separating device provided in this disclosure, by setting a handle 1 and multiple cigarette-separating rods 2 that are spaced apart along the first direction A and extend along the second direction B, it is convenient for the operator to hold the handle 1 and place the cigarette-separating device above the lower cigarette trough. This facilitates the simultaneous reception of multiple cigarettes by the multiple cigarette-separating rods 2, preventing the cigarettes from falling freely and scattering above each lower cigarette channel, saving manual sorting time and reducing cigarette consumption.

[0037] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the smoke-distributing device includes seven smoke-distributing rods 2. The diameter of each smoke-distributing rod 2 is 7 mm, and the length of each smoke-distributing rod 2 is 130 mm.

[0038] The cigarette sorting device, which includes seven cigarette sorting rods 2, is suitable for sorting medium-sized cigarettes. Setting the diameter of the cigarette sorting rods 2 to 7mm helps to match the size of the lower cigarette slots in the lower cigarette channel for sorting medium-sized cigarettes, and facilitates the smooth distribution of medium-sized cigarettes into each lower cigarette slot by the cigarette sorting rods 2.

[0039] like Figure 3As shown, in some embodiments, the smoke-distributing device includes 10 smoke-distributing rods 2. The diameter of the smoke-distributing rod 2 is 5 mm, and the length of the smoke-distributing rod 2 is 120 mm.

[0040] The cigarette sorting device, which includes 10 cigarette sorting rods 2, is suitable for sorting slim cigarettes. Setting the diameter of the cigarette sorting rods 2 to 5mm helps to match the size of the lower cigarette slots in the cigarette sorting channel, and facilitates the smooth distribution of slim cigarettes into each lower cigarette slot by the cigarette sorting rods 2.

[0041] In some embodiments, the cigarette separator 2 is configured as a spring rod.

[0042] Because springs have elastic deformation capabilities, they are beneficial for supporting falling cigarettes and cushioning their impact.

[0043] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the cigarette bar 2 is threadedly connected to the mounting base 11.

[0044] The threaded connection between the tobacco separator 2 and the mounting base 11 facilitates the disassembly of the tobacco separator 2 and allows for timely replacement of any damaged tobacco separator 2.

[0045] In some embodiments, the cigarette separator 2 may also be integrally formed with the mounting base 11.

[0046] The smoke separator 2 is also integrally formed with the mounting base 11, which helps to increase the connection strength between the smoke separator 2 and the mounting base 11 and to increase the durability of the smoke separator device.

[0047] In some embodiments, the handle 1 is an acrylic handle.

[0048] Setting the handle 1 to an acrylic handle helps reduce the weight of the smoke distribution device, making it easier for the operator to hold.

[0049] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the mounting base 11 is configured as a mounting plate. The mounting plate is positioned perpendicular to a third direction. The third direction is perpendicular to the first direction A and the second direction B.

[0050] The mounting plate is perpendicular to the third direction, which helps to reduce the size of the smoke distribution device along the second direction B and facilitates the stacking of the smoke distribution device.

[0051] In some embodiments (not shown), the mounting plate is disposed perpendicular to the second direction B. The handle 12 may extend along the second direction B. The connection positions of the handle 12 and the mounting plate and the connection positions of the cigarette separator 2 and the mounting plate are spaced apart along the third direction.

[0052] This setup helps reduce the amount of force applied by the operator, making the operation more stable and thus reducing operator fatigue.

[0053] Another aspect of this disclosure provides a smoke chamber for a packaging machine, which includes at least one lower smoke channel and a smoke distribution device provided in this disclosure. The lower smoke channel includes multiple lower smoke troughs. Multiple smoke distribution rods 2 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the multiple lower smoke troughs.

[0054] The packaging machine smoke chamber of this disclosure has the advantages of the smoke separation device of this disclosure.

[0055] The following combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 The smoke separation device according to the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail.

[0056] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the cigarette-distributing device includes a handle 1 and a plurality of cigarette-distributing rods 2. The handle 1 includes a mounting base 11 and a handle 12 connected to the mounting base 11. The mounting base 11 includes a mounting plate, which is perpendicular to a third direction C. The plurality of cigarette-distributing rods 2 are arranged side by side at intervals along a first direction A, and each cigarette-distributing rod 2 extends along a second direction B. Each cigarette-distributing rod 2 includes a fixed end and a free end arranged opposite to each other, and the fixed end of each cigarette-distributing rod 2 is fixedly connected to the end of the mounting base 11 along the first direction A away from the handle 12.

[0057] Each of the smoke-dividing rods 2 of the smoke-dividing device can extend into the corresponding lower smoke slots of the lower smoke channel, which helps to allow the freely falling cigarettes to enter the lower smoke slots smoothly, avoids the phenomenon of disordered smoke, and thus helps to improve production efficiency.

[0058] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the mounting plate includes multiple threaded holes arranged side-by-side at intervals along a first direction A, and each threaded hole extends along a second direction B, with a length of 20mm. Each threaded hole corresponds to one of multiple cigarette divider rods 2, and the fixed end of each cigarette divider rod 2 is threadedly connected to the mounting plate through the threaded holes. The cigarette divider rod 2 is a spring rod. The handle 1 is an acrylic handle. The end of the handle 12 that connects to the mounting plate includes two rounded corners with a radius of 20mm for a smooth transition.

[0059] like Figure 2 As shown, the cigarette dispensing device includes seven dispensing rods 2, which are used to dispense cigarettes. The diameter of each dispensing rod 2 is 7 mm. The length of each dispensing rod 2 is 130 mm. The handle 1's stem 12 is 85 mm long and 25 mm wide.

[0060] like Figure 3As shown, the cigarette separating device includes 10 cigarette separating rods 2, which are used to separate slim cigarettes. The diameter of the cigarette separating rod 2 is 5mm. The length of the cigarette separating rod 2 is 120mm. The handle 1 has a handle portion 12 with a length of 80mm and a width of 25mm.

[0061] The extension length of the cigarette separator 2 used for dispensing slim cigarettes is shorter than the extension length of the cigarette separator 2 used for dispensing medium-sized cigarettes. The length of the stem 12 used for dispensing slim cigarettes is shorter than the length of the stem 12 used for dispensing medium-sized cigarettes.

[0062] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this disclosure and not to limit them; although this disclosure has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the specific implementation of this disclosure or equivalent substitutions can be made to some technical features, all of which should be covered within the scope of the technical solutions claimed in this disclosure.

Claims

1. A cigarette dividing device characterized by comprising: Comprising: a handle (1) comprising a mounting base (11) and a handle portion (12) connected to the mounting base (11); a plurality of smoke-dividing rods (2) arranged side by side along a first direction (A), each of the smoke-dividing rods (2) extending along a second direction (B) perpendicular to the first direction (A) and comprising opposite fixed and free ends, the fixed end of each of the smoke-dividing rods (2) being fixedly connected to one end of the mounting base (11) away from the handle portion (12) along the first direction (A).

2. The smoke dividing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The smoke-dividing device comprises 7 smoke-dividing rods (2), the diameter of the smoke-dividing rods (2) is 7 mm, and the length of the smoke-dividing rods (2) is 130 mm.

3. The smoking article divider of claim 1, wherein, The smoke-dividing device comprises 10 smoke-dividing rods (2), the diameter of the smoke-dividing rods (2) is 5 mm, and the length of the smoke-dividing rods (2) is 120 mm.

4. The smoking article divider of any one of claims 1-3, wherein, The smoke-dividing rods (2) are configured as spring rods.

5. The smoking article divider of any one of claims 1-3, wherein, The smoke-dividing rods (2) are threadedly connected to the mounting base (11).

6. The smoking article divider of any one of claims 1-3, wherein, The handle (1) is a handle made of organic glass.

7. The smoking article divider of any one of claims 1-3, wherein, The mounting base (11) is configured as a mounting plate, wherein, the mounting plate is arranged perpendicular to a third direction, the third direction being perpendicular to the first direction (A) and the second direction (B); or the mounting plate is arranged perpendicular to the second direction (B).

8. A packer magazine, characterized in that Comprising: at least one lower smoke passage comprising a plurality of lower smoke slots; and The smoke-dividing device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, the plurality of smoke-dividing rods (2) are arranged one-to-one with the plurality of lower smoke slots. ​