Tablet baking machine
By introducing optimized designs for heating and lighting components into the slide oven, the problems of uneven heating and poor lighting were solved, achieving uniform heating and all-around lighting of the slides, thus improving the quality and efficiency of pathological tissue section preparation.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423321927.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-09
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-31
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of biomedical experimental instrument technology, specifically to a wafer roaster. Background Technology
[0002] Glass slides are a common transparent carrier in the biomedical field, usually made of materials such as glass, and are widely used due to their high light transmittance. Slides are typically divided into a sample-bearing area and a labeling area. The sample-bearing area is used to hold cells or biological samples for observation, research, and analysis, while the labeling area is used to add labels to record relevant information.
[0003] In pathology, pathological tissues often curl or wrinkle after being sliced into thin sections using a microtome. To address this, these sections need to be transferred to a slide preparation device in a dish filled with warm water (usually around 40°C) to allow the tissue samples to fully unfold. The operator then uses a glass slide to remove the tissue sections from the warm water; at this point, the tissue sections adhere to the slide's loading area. Finally, the tissue sections are dried by heating the glass slide.
[0004] A slide oven is a device used to prepare pathological tissue sections. Its core function is to separate the water from the tissue sections through heating. During the baking process, the equipment maintains a certain temperature (usually around 70°C) to ensure the flatness and quality of the tissue sections. However, existing slide ovens have revealed some problems in use. For example, many slide ovens lack adequate lighting, making it difficult for operators to observe the overall flatness and quality of the tissue sections. Even in some slide ovens equipped with lighting, the angle of the light source and the reflection from the slide surface still make it difficult to observe the condition of the tissue sections.
[0005] Therefore, in view of the above-mentioned problems existing in the prior art, it is necessary to improve the chip baking machine to provide a chip baking machine and its lamp holder that can meet the needs of users. Utility Model Content
[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a slide heating machine that solves the problems of uneven heating and poor lighting effect in the traditional experimental equipment during the slide heating process, meets the needs of slide heating and lighting in biomedical experiments, and improves experimental efficiency and accuracy.
[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a chip baking machine, including: a chip baking chamber, a baking table, a heating component and a lighting component.
[0008] A baking tray, including a tray body, which is used to store and support the baking tray and lamp holder.
[0009] The heating assembly, located at the bottom of the chamber, includes a heating plate and heating elements, used to uniformly provide heat to the glass slides on the baking table.
[0010] A baking table is set on the heating plate. One side of the baking table is the glass slide bonding surface, which is set as an inclined surface for placing the glass slide at an angle.
[0011] An illumination assembly is disposed at the lowest part of the glass slide bonding surface and is used to illuminate the entire glass slide placed on the glass slide bonding surface; the light source of the illumination assembly emits light at an angle of 45° to 135° with the thickness direction of the glass slide.
[0012] In addition to the above-mentioned technical features, this application also makes improvements in the following aspects:
[0013] In some embodiments, the baking rack is configured as multiple sets, which are installed side by side along the length of the heating plate and located inside the baking tray. The baking rack is detachable.
[0014] In some embodiments, the lighting assembly includes a lamp holder, a light sheet, a diffuser strip, and a lamp shade; the lamp holder is disposed on the upper part of the heating plate, and the light sheet, diffuser strip, and lamp shade are mounted on the lamp holder. The light emitted by the light sheet passes sequentially through the diffuser strip and the lamp shade, and is emitted along a direction perpendicular to the thickness of the glass sheet, illuminating the glass sheet placed at the bonding surface of the glass sheet.
[0015] In some embodiments, the lamp holder is L-shaped, and an installation groove is formed on the inner side of the L-shaped lamp holder. The installation groove is inclined, and the opening of the installation groove faces the glass slide bonding surface. The plane where the opening of the installation groove is located forms an angle of 45° to 135° with the plane where the glass slide bonding surface is located. When the glass slide is bonded to the glass slide bonding surface, the glass slide is perpendicular to the bonding surface of the lamp cover.
[0016] In some embodiments, the light source emission angle of the lighting assembly forms an angle of 75° to 105° with the thickness direction of the glass slide.
[0017] In some embodiments, the light source emission angle of the lighting assembly forms a 90° angle with the thickness direction of the glass slide.
[0018] In some embodiments, the lamp holder is configured as a detachable lamp holder, which is bolted to the upper part of the heating plate.
[0019] In some embodiments, the light sheet is a thin sheet lighting lamp composed of multiple sets of LED light sheets.
[0020] In some embodiments, the diffuser strip is an element for controlling the light emitted by the light sheet, and is disposed on the upper part of the light sheet to soften the light emitted by the light sheet.
[0021] In some embodiments, the lampshade is disposed on the diffuser strip to support the glass slide. The lampshade is made of high-transmittance glass or acrylic and is used to support the glass slide. Waterproof adhesive is provided between the lampshade and the diffuser strip to prevent water on the glass slide from flowing into the interior of the lamp holder.
[0022] In some embodiments, the angle between the glass slide bonding surface and the horizontal plane is set to 45° to 60°.
[0023] In some embodiments, the baking machine further includes a control unit for controlling the heating temperature of the heating element and the illumination brightness of the lamp sheet.
[0024] In some embodiments, the control unit includes a temperature sensor for monitoring the temperature of the heating plate and adjusting the operating state of the heating element according to a preset temperature range.
[0025] In some embodiments, the silo body includes a front silo plate, a rear silo plate, a left silo plate, and a right silo plate, which are connected to each other as a single structure by riveting, welding, and / or connecting parts.
[0026] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has at least one of the following beneficial effects:
[0027] 1. Optimized glass slide baking effect
[0028] Uniform heating: The slide warmer can uniformly heat the slides placed on the warming table through the heating components (including heating plates and heating elements) located at the bottom of the chamber. This design ensures that the tissue sections on the slides are heated evenly, effectively drying out moisture and maintaining the flatness and quality of the tissue sections.
[0029] 2. Improved lighting effects
[0030] All-around illumination: The lighting unit is located at the bottom of the slide's contact surface, illuminating the entire slide placed on the heat plate. This design allows the operator to clearly observe the condition of the tissue sections on the slide, including their flatness, quality, and any potential defects.
[0031] Softening the light: The lighting components include the light sheet, diffuser strips, and lampshade. The diffuser strips soften the light emitted by the light sheet, making the light more even and natural. This reduces shadows and contrast, improving the accuracy and comfort of observation.
[0032] Waterproof design: Waterproof adhesive is used between the lampshade and the diffuser strip to prevent water from the glass sheet from flowing into the lamp holder. This design not only protects the lighting components from damage but also ensures the stability and durability of the lighting effect.
[0033] Facilitates observation: The slide's contact surface is set at an angle (45°~60°), which not only facilitates the tilting of the slide but also allows light to better illuminate the slide surface, improving the clarity of observation.
[0034] 3. Flexible grill design
[0035] Multiple baking tables: The slide baking machine can be configured with multiple baking tables, which are installed side by side along the length of the heating plate. This design allows the slide baking machine to bake multiple slides simultaneously, improving work efficiency.
[0036] Detachable grill: The grill is designed to be detachable, making it easy for users to clean and maintain. This also provides users with greater flexibility, allowing them to adjust the number and layout of grills according to their actual needs.
[0037] 4. Sturdy structure and easy maintenance
[0038] Integrated compartment: The compartment consists of a front compartment panel, a rear compartment panel, a left compartment panel, and a right compartment panel, which are connected to each other as a single structure by riveting, welding, and / or connectors. This design makes the wafer roaster more robust and durable, able to withstand certain external forces and vibrations.
[0039] Easy to maintain: All components of the baking machine (such as the baking table and lighting components) are designed to be detachable, making it easy for users to clean, replace, and repair. This reduces maintenance costs and extends the service life of the equipment.
[0040] 5. Achieve intelligent control
[0041] The slide baking machine is also equipped with a control unit to control the heating temperature of the heating element and the illumination brightness of the slide. Through the intelligent control system, users can precisely adjust the baking temperature and illumination brightness to suit different types of slides and baking requirements.
[0042] Meanwhile, the control unit also includes a temperature sensor to monitor the temperature of the heating plate and adjust the working state of the heating element according to the preset temperature range to adapt to different types of tissue slices or baking requirements, thereby ensuring the stability and safety of the baking process.
[0043] In summary, the slide baking machine provided by this utility model, through its structural design and functional configuration, exhibits significant technical advantages in terms of baking effect, ease of observation, flexibility and scalability, intelligent control, and structural stability. These advantages not only improve the quality and efficiency of pathological tissue slide preparation but also reduce operational difficulty and maintenance costs, providing strong support for biomedical experiments and research. Attached Figure Description
[0044] The accompanying drawings, which are provided to further illustrate the present invention and constitute a part of the present invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention.
[0045] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the chip baking machine of this utility model;
[0046] Figure 2 This is a side view of the present invention after the compartment body has been removed;
[0047] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of part A in the image;
[0048] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the lighting component that is the focus of this utility model;
[0049] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention, highlighting the distribution of the light panels;
[0050] The numbers in the diagram are as follows:
[0051] 1. Baking tray;
[0052] 2. Heating assembly; 21. Heating plate; 22. Heating element;
[0053] 3. Baking table; 31. Glass sheet bonding surface;
[0054] 4. Lamp holder;
[0055] 5. Light slides;
[0056] 6. Soft light strip;
[0057] 7. Lampshade;
[0058] 8. Control unit; 81. Temperature sensor;
[0059] 11. Front panel;
[0060] 12. Rear cargo panel;
[0061] 13. Left warehouse plate;
[0062] 14. Right side panel. Detailed Implementation
[0063] Various exemplary embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The descriptions of the exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative and are in no way intended to limit the present invention or its application or use. The present invention may be implemented in other different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.
[0064] It should be noted that those skilled in the art will explicitly and implicitly understand that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments without conflict. Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms involved in this invention should have the ordinary meaning understood by those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains.
[0065] The terms "a," "an," "a kind," "the," and similar words used in this utility model do not indicate quantity limitation and can represent singular or plural. The terms "comprising," "including," "having," and any variations thereof used in this utility model are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; the terms "first," "second," "third," etc. used in this utility model are merely to distinguish similar objects and do not represent a specific ordering of objects.
[0066] Existing slide curing machines have the following problems: First, many slide curing machines were not designed with the operator's observation needs in mind, lacking relevant lighting settings, making it difficult for operators to fully and clearly observe the flatness and quality of tissue sections during the curing process. Second, while some slide curing machines are equipped with lights, the angle of the lights is unreasonable, causing light reflection from the slide's supporting surface, which in turn affects the operator's observation. These problems not only reduce the ease of use of the slide curing machine but may also adversely affect the quality of pathological tissue section preparation.
[0067] Based on the above problems, this utility model proposes a slide baking machine, specifically applied to the baking of glass slides with attached pathological tissue sections, with the purpose of drying the moisture in the tissue sections by heating the glass slides.
[0068] In this application, the glass slides used to hold the tissue sections are made of glass. The standard dimensions of the slides are 76.2 mm in length, 25.4 mm in width, and 0.8–1.0 mm in thickness, with slight variations in size within a certain range. The slides have a marking side and a back side. The marking side may have a marking area and a substrate area. The marking area is generally a frosted glass surface or a specially designed marking coating. Tissue sections retrieved from the warm water of the slide tray are adhered to the substrate area.
[0069] The technical solution, working principle, and technical effects of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.
[0070] Example 1
[0071] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, this utility model describes a chip baking machine, including a chip baking chamber 1, a heating component 2, a baking table 3, and a lighting component.
[0072] The baking compartment 1 includes a compartment body, which consists of a front compartment plate 11, a rear compartment plate 12, a left compartment plate 13, a right compartment plate 14, and a heating plate 21 at the bottom (as part of the compartment body). These compartment plates are connected to each other by riveting, welding, or connectors to form a single structure, creating a stable baking space for storing and supporting the baking table 3 and the lamp holder 4.
[0073] The heating assembly 2 is located at the bottom of the chamber and specifically includes a heating plate 21 and a heating element 22.
[0074] Heating elements 22 are evenly distributed on the lower part of heating plate 21 to evenly heat the glass slide placed on the baking table 3.
[0075] The heating plate 21 has good thermal conductivity, which ensures that the heat generated by the heating element 22 can be evenly transferred to the glass slide.
[0076] The baking table 3 is set on the heating plate 21. One side of the baking table 3 is the glass slide bonding surface 31, which is set as an inclined surface with an angle of 45° to the horizontal plane (it can also be adjusted within the range of 45° to 60° as needed). This design facilitates the tilting of the glass slide, which makes the glass slide stable during the baking process, and also helps the light from the lighting component to shine evenly onto the glass slide.
[0077] The uniform heating of the heating components and the inclined design of the baking table ensure that the tissue sections on the glass slides are heated evenly, effectively drying the moisture and maintaining the flatness and quality of the tissue sections.
[0078] In this embodiment, in order to better observe the baking effect of the tissue sections, a lighting component is specially provided. The lighting component is located at the bottom of the slide bonding surface 31 and is used to illuminate the entire slide placed on the slide bonding surface 31.
[0079] Specifically, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, the lighting assembly includes a lamp holder 4, a lamp sheet 5, a diffuser strip 6, and a lamp shade 7, which are sequentially mounted on the lamp holder 4.
[0080] The lamp holder 4 is L-shaped with an inclined mounting groove 41 on the inner side. The opening of the mounting groove 41 faces the glass slide bonding surface 31, and the plane where the opening of the mounting groove 41 is located forms a 90° angle with the plane where the glass slide bonding surface 31 is located.
[0081] During operation, the light emitted by the lamp sheet 5 passes through the diffuser strip 6 and the lampshade 7 in sequence, and is emitted along the direction perpendicular to the thickness of the glass sheet, illuminating the glass sheet placed at the bonding surface 31 of the glass sheet.
[0082] Preferably, in this embodiment, the lamp sheet 5 is a thin sheet-shaped lighting lamp composed of multiple sets of LED lamp sheets, which provides uniform and bright light.
[0083] In this embodiment, the soft light strip 6 is located on the upper part of the light sheet 5 to soften the light emitted by the light sheet 5, making the light more uniform and natural. The design of the soft light strip 6 can soften the light emitted by the light sheet 5, reducing shadows and contrast.
[0084] The lampshade 7 is mounted on the diffuser strip 6 and serves to support the glass slide. It is made of high-transmittance glass or acrylic, offering excellent light transmission and corrosion resistance. Waterproof adhesive is applied between the lampshade 7 and the diffuser strip 6 to prevent water from the glass slide from flowing into the lamp holder 4, thus protecting the lighting components from damage.
[0085] In summary, the lighting setup allows operators to clearly observe the condition of tissue sections on the slides, including their flatness, quality, and any potential defects. The softened light and waterproof design further enhance the accuracy and comfort of observation.
[0086] In addition, such as Figure 1 As shown, the baking machine also includes a control unit 8, which controls the heating temperature of the heating element 22 and the illumination brightness of the lamp sheet 5. The control unit 8 includes a temperature sensor 81, which monitors the temperature of the heating plate 21 and adjusts the working state of the heating element 22 according to a preset temperature range.
[0087] The control unit enables precise adjustment of baking temperature and lighting brightness to accommodate different types of glass slides and baking requirements. Meanwhile, the temperature sensor ensures the stability and safety of the baking process.
[0088] Example 2
[0089] Based on Embodiment 1, this embodiment further improves the grilling table 3. Specifically, the grilling table 3 is configured as multiple sets, which are installed side by side along the length of the heating plate 21 and located inside the grilling compartment 1.
[0090] This design allows the sheet baking machine to bake multiple glass slides simultaneously, improving work efficiency. Furthermore, the baking table 3 is designed to be detachable, secured to the heating plate 21 with bolts or other connectors, facilitating cleaning, replacement, and maintenance by the user. Additionally, the number and layout of the baking tables can be adjusted according to actual needs.
[0091] The lamp holder 4 is also designed as a detachable lamp holder, which is bolted to the upper part of the heating plate 21. This design allows users to adjust the position and angle of the lamp holder 4 according to actual needs, or replace it with a lamp holder of different specifications to meet different baking and lighting requirements.
[0092] In light of the above structural description, and to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application, the working principle of the wafer baking machine of this application is explained below:
[0093] In use, the user first carefully attaches the meticulously prepared pathological tissue section to the slide's support area, ensuring the section is flat and secure. Then, the slide is placed securely on the lampshade 7 of the baking stage 3, ready for baking.
[0094] Through the control unit 8, users can easily set the required baking temperature and lighting brightness to meet the baking needs of different tissue sections. After setting, the slide oven is started, and the heating component 2 immediately begins to work. The heat generated by the heating element 22 is evenly and efficiently transferred to the glass slide through the heating plate 21, providing gentle and uniform heating to the tissue sections, effectively drying the moisture in the sections and ensuring the quality of the sections.
[0095] Meanwhile, the lighting components play a crucial role. The lampshade 5 emits soft, uniform light, which is further softened by the diffuser strip 6 before illuminating the entire slide through the lampshade 7. This bright yet soft light provides the operator with a clear field of vision, allowing them to easily observe the smoothness and quality of the tissue sections, ensuring that the sections meet the requirements of subsequent operations.
[0096] After the baking process is complete, users can simply turn off the slide warmer and safely remove the slides for subsequent processing and analysis. The entire working principle is smooth and efficient, fully demonstrating the superior performance of the slide warmer in the preparation of pathological tissue sections.
[0097] Example 3
[0098] The difference between this embodiment and Embodiments 1 and 2 is that the light source emission angle of the lighting component forms an angle of 75° or 105° with the thickness direction of the glass sheet. When the glass sheet is placed on the bonding surface, the glass sheet is perpendicular to the bonding surface of the lampshade. This design helps to reduce light reflection and scattering on the glass sheet surface, improving light utilization and lighting effect.
[0099] Example 4
[0100] The difference between this embodiment and Embodiments 1, 2, and 3 is that, as a preferred embodiment, the light source emission angle of the lighting component forms a 90° angle with the thickness direction of the glass slide. When the glass slide is placed on the bonding surface, the glass slide is perpendicular to the bonding surface of the lampshade. This design helps to reduce light reflection and scattering on the glass slide surface, improving light utilization and lighting effect.
[0101] The slide roaster provided by this utility model achieves uniform heating and all-around illumination of glass slides through optimized structural design, improving the quality and efficiency of pathological tissue section preparation. Meanwhile, the detachable design of the roasting table and the waterproof design of the lighting components make the equipment easier to maintain and clean. The intelligent control function of the control unit allows users to precisely adjust the roasting temperature and lighting brightness, adapting to different types of glass slides and roasting requirements.
[0102] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0103] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only if they are feasible for those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.
Claims
1. A wafer baking machine, characterized in that, include: The baking tray (1) includes a tray body for storing and supporting the baking tray (3) and the lamp holder (4); Heating assembly (2), located at the bottom of the chamber, includes heating plate (21) and heating element (22) for heating glass slides placed on baking table (3); A baking table (3) is set on the heating plate (21). One side of the baking table (3) is a glass slide bonding surface (31), which is set as an inclined surface for placing glass slides at an angle. The lighting assembly is located at the bottom of the glass slide bonding surface (31) and is used to illuminate the entire glass slide placed on the glass slide bonding surface (31); the light source of the lighting assembly emits at an angle of 45° to 135° with the thickness direction of the glass slide.
2. The wafer baking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The grill (3) is configured as multiple sets, which are installed side by side along the length of the heating plate (21) and located inside the grill compartment (1). The grill (3) is detachable.
3. The wafer baking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lighting assembly includes a lamp holder (4), a lamp sheet (5), a diffuser strip (6), and a lamp shade (7); the lamp holder (4) is disposed on the upper part of the heating plate (21), and the lamp sheet (5), diffuser strip (6), and lamp shade (7) are mounted on the lamp holder (4). The light emitted by the lamp sheet (5) passes through the diffuser strip (6) and the lamp shade (7) in sequence, and is emitted along the direction perpendicular to the thickness of the glass sheet, illuminating the glass sheet placed on the glass sheet bonding surface (31).
4. The wafer baking machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lamp holder (4) is L-shaped, and an installation groove (41) is opened on the inner side of the L-shaped lamp holder (4). The installation groove (41) is inclined, and the opening of the installation groove (41) is directly opposite the glass slide bonding surface (31). The plane where the opening of the installation groove (41) is located forms an angle of 45° to 135° with the plane where the glass slide bonding surface (31) is located. When the glass slide is bonded and placed on the glass slide bonding surface (31), the glass slide is perpendicular to the bonding surface of the lamp cover (7).
5. The wafer baking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The light source of the lighting component emits at an angle of 75° to 105° with the thickness direction of the glass slide.
6. The wafer baking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The light source of the lighting component emits at an angle of 90° to the thickness direction of the glass slide.
7. The wafer baking machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The lamp holder (4) is designed as a detachable lamp holder, and the lamp holder (4) is connected to the upper part of the heating plate (21) by bolts.
8. The wafer baking machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The light sheet (5) is a thin sheet lighting lamp composed of multiple sets of LED light sheets.
9. The wafer baking machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The soft light strip (6) is an element for controlling the light of the lamp sheet (5). It is set on the upper part of the lamp sheet (5) and is used to soften the light emitted by the lamp sheet (5).
10. The wafer baking machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lampshade (7) is placed on the diffuser strip (6) to support the glass slide. The lampshade (7) is made of high-transmittance glass or acrylic. Waterproof adhesive is provided between the lampshade (7) and the diffuser strip (6) to prevent water on the glass slide from flowing into the lamp holder (4).
11. The wafer baking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The angle between the glass slide bonding surface (31) and the horizontal plane is set to 45° to 60°.
12. The wafer baking machine according to any one of claims 1-11, characterized in that, It also includes a control unit (8) for controlling the heating temperature of the heating element (22) and the illumination brightness of the lamp sheet (5).
13. The wafer baking machine according to claim 12, characterized in that, The control unit (8) includes a temperature sensor (81) for monitoring the temperature of the heating plate (21) and adjusting the working state of the heating element (22) according to a preset temperature range.
14. The wafer baking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The compartment includes a front compartment plate (11), a rear compartment plate (12), a left compartment plate (13), and a right compartment plate (14). The front compartment plate (11), the rear compartment plate (12), the left compartment plate (13), and the right compartment plate (14) are connected to each other as an integral structure by riveting, welding, and / or connecting parts.