Distillation equipment

Abstract

The distillation equipment comprises a bottom pot and a retort groove formed in the peripheral side of the bottom pot, and further comprises a first arc plate, a second arc plate, a third arc plate and a fourth arc plate which are rotationally connected in sequence, and the end, away from the second arc plate, of the first arc plate is detachably connected with the end, away from the third arc plate, of the fourth arc plate through a buckle assembly; and the first arc plate, the second arc plate, the third arc plate and the fourth arc plate are encircled to form a circular ring matched with the retort tank. By arranging a first arc plate, a second arc plate, a third arc plate, a fourth arc plate and a buckle assembly, the circular ring can be conveniently disassembled and assembled, when the unfolded circular ring is installed in a retort tank, fermented grains can be prevented from falling into the retort tank, meanwhile, manual cleaning is facilitated, risks brought to the quality of base liquor are avoided, and when the circular ring is not needed, the circular ring can be folded and taken out of the retort tank conveniently, so that the circular ring is convenient to disassemble and assemble. And replacement or storage is convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of brewing equipment, and in particular to a distillation apparatus. Background Technology

[0002] In the production of Maotai-flavor liquor, the distillation process is a critical control point for the quality of the base liquor. Manual loading of the still is a crucial step in the distillation process, and the manual loading operation itself is a significant factor affecting the quality of the base liquor. Currently, the distillation equipment used in the liquor extraction process consists of a bottom pot, a still trough, a still barrel, connecting pipes, and cooling equipment. The bottom pot and the still barrel are sealed together with a lining cloth filled with mash. During the manual loading operation, some mash will spill into the still trough, and water easily accumulates in the still trough during distillation, making it difficult to clean manually. Over time, this can pose a certain risk to the quality of the base liquor. Utility Model Content

[0003] Based on this, a distillation device is provided to solve the problem in the prior art that the mash falls into the still and water easily accumulates in the still during the distillation process, making it difficult to clean manually and potentially posing a risk to the quality of the base liquor over time.

[0004] Therefore, this application provides a distillation apparatus, including a bottom pot and a steaming trough formed around the bottom pot, and further including a first arc plate, a second arc plate, a third arc plate and a fourth arc plate that are rotatably connected in sequence. The end of the first arc plate away from the second arc plate and the end of the fourth arc plate away from the third arc plate are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​assembly. The first arc plate, the second arc plate, the third arc plate and the fourth arc plate surround to form a ring adapted to the steaming trough.

[0005] In one embodiment, the axis of rotation between the first arc plate and the second arc plate extends along the radius of the ring; and / or, the axis of rotation between the third arc plate and the fourth arc plate extends along the radius of the ring.

[0006] In one embodiment, the axis of rotation between the second arc plate and the third arc plate is parallel to the axial direction of the ring.

[0007] In one embodiment, the system further includes a first connecting plate and a second connecting plate, which clamp the end of the second arc plate and the end of the third arc plate. Two rotating columns are also provided between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate, one rotating column being rotatably connected to the second arc plate and the other rotating column being rotatably connected to the third arc plate.

[0008] In one embodiment, the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are located outside the second arc plate and the third arc plate.

[0009] In one embodiment, the second arc plate is arranged in an arc at its outer end facing the third arc plate, and the third arc plate is also arranged in an arc at its outer end facing the second arc plate.

[0010] In one embodiment, the snap-fit ​​assembly includes: a retainer connected to one end of the fourth arc plate facing the first arc plate, the retainer having a slot; a connector disposed on the side of the first arc plate facing the fourth arc plate; a rotating member rotatably connected to the connector, the rotation axis of the rotating member and the connector extending along the radius of the annulus; and a retaining ring rotatably connected to the rotating member, the retaining ring being used to extend into the slot to connect the fourth arc plate to the first arc plate.

[0011] In one embodiment, the opening direction of the slot is opposite to that of the rotating member.

[0012] In one embodiment, the rotating member is provided with a handle on the side opposite to the card holder, and the handle is spaced apart from the first arc plate along the axial direction of the ring.

[0013] In one embodiment, the end of the handle is spherically shaped.

[0014] The distillation apparatus provided according to the embodiments of this application includes a bottom pot and a still trough formed around the bottom pot. It also includes a first arc plate, a second arc plate, a third arc plate, and a fourth arc plate that are rotatably connected in sequence. The end of the first arc plate away from the second arc plate and the end of the fourth arc plate away from the third arc plate are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​assembly. The first, second, third, and fourth arc plates form a ring adapted to the still trough. The arrangement of the first, second, third, and fourth arc plates and the snap-fit ​​assembly facilitates the installation and removal of the ring. When the unfolded ring is installed in the still trough, it prevents the mash from falling into the still trough and facilitates manual cleaning, avoiding risks to the quality of the base liquor. When the ring is not needed, it can be folded, making it easy to remove from the still trough for replacement or storage. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This illustration shows a partial structural diagram of a distillation apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0016] Figure 2 This illustration shows a structural diagram of the third and fourth arc plates provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0017] Figure 3 This diagram illustrates a structure of a first connecting plate, a second connecting plate, and a rotating column according to an embodiment of this application.

[0018] Figure 4This diagram illustrates the structure of a snap-fit ​​assembly provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0019] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0020] 1. First arc plate; 2. Second arc plate; 3. Third arc plate; 4. Fourth arc plate; 5. Buckle assembly; 51. Buckle seat; 511. Buckle groove; 52. Connector; 53. Rotating component; 531. Handle; 54. Buckle ring; 6. First connecting plate; 7. Second connecting plate; 8. Rotating column. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0022] It should be noted that the illustrations provided in this embodiment are only schematic representations of the basic concept of this utility model. Therefore, the drawings only show the components related to this utility model and are not drawn according to the actual number, shape and size of the components. In actual implementation, the form, quantity and proportion of each component can be arbitrarily changed, and the layout of the components may also be more complex.

[0023] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc., illustrated in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the implementation conditions of this utility model. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportional relationships, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and purposes that this utility model can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model.

[0024] The orientations or positional relationships indicated by terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "middle," "longitudinal," "transverse," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," "radial," and "circumferential" used in this specification are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the purpose of simplifying the description. They 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 limiting the present invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0025] When the fermented mash is manually loaded into the still, some of it will fall into the still. During the distillation process, water can easily accumulate in the still, making it difficult to clean manually. Over time, this can pose a certain risk to the quality of the base liquor.

[0026] To solve the above problems, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This illustration shows a partial structural diagram of a distillation apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application. The distillation apparatus includes a bottom pot (not shown) and a stilling trough (not shown) formed around the bottom pot. It also includes a first arc plate 1, a second arc plate 2, a third arc plate 3, and a fourth arc plate 4, which are rotatably connected in sequence. The end of the first arc plate 1 away from the second arc plate 2 and the end of the fourth arc plate 4 away from the third arc plate 3 are detachably connected via a snap-fit ​​assembly 5. The first arc plate 1, the second arc plate 2, the third arc plate 3, and the fourth arc plate 4 form a ring adapted to the stilling trough.

[0027] It is important to understand that the bottom pot has a circular cross-section, and the steaming troughs around the bottom pot are also circular, with the openings of the steaming troughs facing upwards.

[0028] The distillation apparatus also includes a first arc plate 1, a second arc plate 2, a third arc plate 3, and a fourth arc plate 4. This application does not limit the lengths of the first arc plate 1, the second arc plate 2, the third arc plate 3, and the fourth arc plate 4, but when arranged together, they can form a ring adapted to the still groove. In one example, the lengths of the first arc plate 1, the second arc plate 2, the third arc plate 3, and the fourth arc plate 4 are equal.

[0029] The first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 are rotatably connected. The rotation axis of the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 can extend radially along the ring or parallel to the axial direction of the ring, and this application does not impose any limitation. When the rotation axis of the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 extends radially along the ring, the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 can be flipped in the vertical plane to facilitate folding or unfolding of the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2. When the rotation axis of the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 is parallel to the axial direction of the ring, the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 can be flipped in the horizontal plane to facilitate folding or unfolding of the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2.

[0030] The second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3 are rotatably connected. The rotation axis of the third arc plate 3 and the second arc plate 2 can extend radially along the ring or parallel to the axial direction of the ring; this application does not impose any limitation. When the rotation axis of the third arc plate 3 and the second arc plate 2 extends radially along the ring, the third arc plate 3 and the second arc plate 2 can be flipped in the vertical plane to facilitate folding or unfolding. When the rotation axis of the third arc plate 3 and the second arc plate 2 is parallel to the axial direction of the ring, the third arc plate 3 can be flipped in the horizontal plane to facilitate folding or unfolding.

[0031] The third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 are rotatably connected. The rotation axis of the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 can extend radially along the ring or parallel to the axial direction of the ring, which is not limited in this application. When the rotation axis of the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 extends radially along the ring, the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 can be flipped in the vertical plane to facilitate folding or unfolding. When the rotation axis of the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 is parallel to the axial direction of the ring, the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 can be flipped in the horizontal plane to facilitate folding or unfolding.

[0032] The unfolded fourth arc plate 4 and the first arc plate 1 can be detachably connected through the snap fastener assembly 5, thereby fixing the ring and making it easy to cover the steaming groove.

[0033] The design of the first arc plate 1, the second arc plate 2, the third arc plate 3, the fourth arc plate 4, and the buckle assembly 5 facilitates the disassembly and assembly of the ring. When the unfolded ring is installed in the still, it can prevent the mash from falling into the still and also facilitates manual cleaning, avoiding risks to the quality of the base liquor. When the ring is not needed, it can be folded, making it easy to remove from the still for replacement or storage.

[0034] In some alternative embodiments, the axis of rotation between the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 extends along the radius of the ring. That is, when the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 are folded, the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2 rotate in the vertical plane and overlap, so as to facilitate the folding and storage of the first arc plate 1 and the second arc plate 2.

[0035] In some optional embodiments, the axis of rotation between the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 extends along the radius of the ring. That is, when the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 are folded, the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4 rotate in the vertical plane and overlap, so as to facilitate the folding and storage of the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4.

[0036] In some optional embodiments, the rotation axis between the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3 is parallel to the axial direction of the ring. This prevents the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3 from rotating in the vertical plane, thus supporting the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3. The first arc plate 1 and the fourth arc plate 4 are connected by a snap-fit ​​assembly 5, which also supports the first arc plate 1 and the fourth arc plate 4, improving the stability of the ring in the steaming groove.

[0037] Reference Figures 1-3 , Figure 2 This illustration shows a structural diagram of the third and fourth arc plates provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 This diagram illustrates a structure of a first connecting plate, a second connecting plate, and a rotating column provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0038] In some optional embodiments, a first connecting plate 6 and a second connecting plate 7 are also included. The first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7 clamp the ends of the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3. Two rotating posts 8 are also provided between the first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7. One rotating post 8 is rotatably connected to the second arc plate 2, and the other rotating post 8 is rotatably connected to the third arc plate 3. The first connecting plate 6 is located on the upper side of the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3, and the second connecting plate 7 is located on the lower side of the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3, for clamping the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3, facilitating the connection between the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3. The second arc plate 2 is provided with mounting holes for mounting the rotating column 8, and the third arc plate 3 is also provided with mounting holes for mounting the rotating column 8. The mounting holes are adapted to the rotating column 8. The rotating column 8 is cylindrical, and the mounting holes are circular holes. The two rotating columns 8 are located in the two mounting holes respectively, and the two ends of the rotating column 8 are connected to the first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7 respectively. The connection method can be a detachable connection, such as a threaded connection, etc. This application does not impose any restrictions. The setting of the two rotating columns 8 facilitates the rotation of the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3, and improves the smoothness of the rotation of the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3.

[0039] In some optional embodiments, the first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7 are located outside the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3. That is, the first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7 can only rotate outward, reducing the lack of the inner side of the first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7 and improving the blocking effect of the ring on the mash.

[0040] In some optional embodiments, the outer end of the second arc plate 2 facing the third arc plate 3 is rounded, and the outer end of the third arc plate 3 facing the second arc plate 2 is also rounded. The inner end of the second arc plate 2 facing the third arc plate 3 is not rounded, and the inner end of the third arc plate 3 facing the second arc plate 2 is also not rounded. This reduces the gaps on the inner sides of the first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7, improving the blocking effect of the ring on the fermented mash. The rounded ends of the second arc plate 2 facing the third arc plate 3 and the outer end of the third arc plate 3 facing the second arc plate 2 facilitate the rotation of the first connecting plate 6 and the second connecting plate 7, improving the smoothness of rotation for both the second arc plate 2 and the third arc plate 3.

[0041] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 4In some optional embodiments, the snap-fit ​​assembly 5 includes a snap-fit ​​base 51, a connector 52, a rotating member 53, and a snap ring 54; the snap-fit ​​base 51 is connected to the end of the fourth arc plate 4 facing the first arc plate 1, and the snap-fit ​​base 51 is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove 511; the connector 52 is disposed on the side of the first arc plate 1 facing the fourth arc plate 4; the rotating member 53 is rotatably connected to the connector 52, and the rotation axis of the rotating member 53 and the connector 52 extends along the radius of the ring; the snap ring 54 is disposed on the rotating member 53, and the snap ring 54 is used to extend into the snap ring groove 511 to connect the fourth arc plate 4 with the first arc plate 1.

[0042] The card holder 51 is connected to the end of the fourth arc plate 4 facing the first arc plate 1. The connection method can be a fixed connection or a detachable connection, which is not limited in this application. The card holder 51 is provided with a card slot 511. The opening direction of the card slot 511 can be upward, downward, or away from the first arc plate 1, which is not limited in this application. The connecting member 52 is connected to the side of the first arc plate 1 facing the fourth arc plate 4. The connection method can be a fixed connection or a detachable connection, which is not limited in this application. The connecting member 52 can be cylindrical. The rotating member 53 is rotatably connected to the connecting member 52. One end of the rotating member 53 is open and sleeved on the connecting member 52. The rotation axis of the rotating member 53 and the connecting member 52 extends along the radius of the ring, that is, the rotating member 53 rotates in the vertical plane. The retaining ring 54 is rotatably connected to the outer side of the rotating member 53, and the retaining ring 54 can rotate along the rotating member 53 in the vertical plane.

[0043] When needed, first unfold the first arc plate 1, the second arc plate 2, the third arc plate 3 and the fourth arc plate 4. At this time, the first arc plate 1 and the fourth arc plate 4 are adjacent. Rotate the rotating part 53 toward the card seat 51 so that the retaining ring 54 moves toward the card groove 511. Then rotate the rotating part 53 away from the card seat 51 so that the rotating part 53 is located in the card groove 511, thereby fixing the first arc plate 1 and the fourth arc plate 4, and then installing the ring in the steamer groove.

[0044] In some alternative embodiments, the opening direction of the slot 511 is opposite to that of the rotating member 53. Compared to the slot 511 having its opening direction upward or downward, the fact that the opening of the slot 511 is opposite to that of the rotating member 53 can reduce the probability of the retaining ring 54 disengaging from the retaining seat 51, and can further improve the connection effect between the retaining ring 54 and the retaining seat 51.

[0045] In some optional embodiments, a handle 531 is provided on the side of the rotating member 53 facing away from the card holder 51, and the handle 531 is spaced apart from the first arc plate 1 along the axial direction of the ring. The handle 53 is fixedly connected to the rotating member 53, and the connection method can be integral molding, welding, etc., which is not limited in this application. Moreover, this application does not limit the shape of the handle 531. The handle 531 can be any shape such as cylindrical or cuboid. The provision of the handle 531 facilitates the operator's operation of the rotating member 53 and improves the operator's convenience.

[0046] In some alternative embodiments, the end of the handle 531 is spherically shaped, and the diameter of the end of the handle 531 is larger than the diameter of the other parts of the handle 531, so that the other parts of the handle 531 are spaced apart from the first arc plate 1, thereby making it easier for the operator to hold and further improving the operator's convenience.

[0047] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0048] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A distillation apparatus, comprising a bottom pot and a stilling trough formed around the periphery of the bottom pot, characterized in that, It also includes a first arc plate (1), a second arc plate (2), a third arc plate (3), and a fourth arc plate (4) that are rotatably connected in sequence. The end of the first arc plate (1) away from the second arc plate (2) and the end of the fourth arc plate (4) away from the third arc plate (3) are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​assembly (5). The first arc plate (1), the second arc plate (2), the third arc plate (3), and the fourth arc plate (4) surround and form a ring adapted to the steaming groove.

2. The distillation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The axis of rotation between the first arc plate (1) and the second arc plate (2) extends along the radius of the ring; and / or, the axis of rotation between the third arc plate (3) and the fourth arc plate (4) extends along the radius of the ring.

3. The distillation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotation axis between the second arc plate (2) and the third arc plate (3) is parallel to the axis of the ring.

4. The distillation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a first connecting plate (6) and a second connecting plate (7). The first connecting plate (6) and the second connecting plate (7) clamp the end of the second arc plate (2) and the end of the third arc plate (3). Two rotating columns (8) are also provided between the first connecting plate (6) and the second connecting plate (7). One rotating column (8) is rotatably connected to the second arc plate (2), and the other rotating column (8) is rotatably connected to the third arc plate (3).

5. The distillation apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first connecting plate (6) and the second connecting plate (7) are located outside the second arc plate (2) and the third arc plate (3).

6. The distillation apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second arc plate (2) is arranged in an arc at its outer end facing the third arc plate (3), and the third arc plate (3) is arranged in an arc at its outer end facing the second arc plate (2).

7. The distillation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The snap-fit ​​assembly (5) includes: The card holder (51) is connected to one end of the fourth arc plate (4) facing the first arc plate (1), and the card holder (51) is provided with a card slot (511); A connector (52) is disposed on the side of the first arc plate (1) facing the fourth arc plate (4); A rotating component (53) is rotatably connected to the connecting component (52), and the rotation axis of the rotating component (53) and the connecting component (52) extends along the radius of the ring; A retaining ring (54) is rotatably connected to the rotating member (53). The retaining ring (54) is used to extend into the retaining groove (511) so that the fourth arc plate (4) is connected to the first arc plate (1).

8. The distillation apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The opening direction of the slot (511) is opposite to that of the rotating member (53).

9. The distillation apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The rotating component (53) is provided with a handle (531) on the side opposite to the card holder (51), and the handle (531) is spaced apart from the first arc plate (1) along the axial direction of the ring.

10. The distillation apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, The end of the handle (531) is spherical.

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