Cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device and cigar storage equipment

By integrating an ammonia concentration sensor and an ammonia monitoring device that uploads data to the cloud, the problem of traditional systems being unable to display data in real time has been solved. This enables intelligent management and safety monitoring of the cigar storage environment, improving the efficiency and safety of quality management.

CN223870642UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-03GUANGDONG TOBACOO JIANGMEN CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520316531.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-26
Publication Date
2026-02-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-26

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Technical Problem

Traditional ammonia monitoring systems lack local real-time display capabilities, preventing users from intuitively and in real-time observing monitoring data, which leads to deterioration of cigar quality and safety hazards.

Method used

Design an ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment, integrating a high-precision ammonia concentration sensor, a microcontroller chip, a WiFi module chip, and a signal transmitter. The device displays the ammonia concentration in real time on a screen and uploads the data to the cloud for remote monitoring and management.

Benefits of technology

It enables real-time monitoring and intelligent management of cigar storage environment, reduces the frequency of manual inspections, improves the efficiency and safety of cigar quality management, and provides a scientific basis for data analysis.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device and cigar storage equipment wherein the cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device is installed in the cigar storage equipment, is used for detecting the concentration of ammonia gas in the cigar storage equipment in real time, and comprises a cube-shaped shell, the shell is internally provided with a cavity for accommodating a control module, the outer side wall of the shell is provided with an ammonia concentration sensor, the ammonia concentration sensor is electrically connected to the control module, the side part of the shell is provided with a display screen, and the display screen is electrically connected to the control module and is used for displaying ammonia concentration data. The control module comprises a micro-control unit chip, a WiFi module chip and a signal transmitter, the sensor is electrically connected with the micro-control unit chip, and the micro-control unit chip drives the display screen to display and synchronously uploads data to a cloud through the signal transmitter and the WiFi module chip.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to cigar maintenance equipment technical field, especially in kind of cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring devices and cigar storage equipment. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the cigar maintenance environment, too high ammonia concentration can cause cigar quality deterioration, such as flavor change, mold risk, and even combustion and explosion safety hazards. The traditional ammonia monitoring system usually only contains a sensor and a wireless transmission module, lacks local real-time display function, and users cannot intuitively and real-time observe the monitoring data, which is not conducive to practicality. UTILITY MODEL CONTENTS

[0003] The utility model aims at at least solving one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, the utility model provides a kind of cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring devices, can be observed to detection data by user conveniently and intuitively, and significantly improve the quality management efficiency and security of cigar storage environment.

[0004] The utility model further provides a kind of cigar storage equipment with the above-mentioned cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring devices.

[0005] According to the first aspect embodiment of the utility model's cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring devices, install in cigar storage equipment, for real-time detection the ammonia concentration in the cigar storage equipment, including the shell of square shape, the inside of the shell has the cavity of accommodating control module installation, the outside wall of the shell is provided with ammonia concentration sensor, the ammonia concentration sensor is electrically connected to the control module, the side of the shell is provided with display screen, the display screen is electrically connected to the control module, for showing ammonia concentration data. The control module includes micro control unit chip, WiFi module chip and signal transmitter, the sensor is electrically connected the micro control unit chip, the micro control unit chip drives the display screen to show, and synchronously through the signal transmitter and connects the WiFi module chip upload data to cloud.

[0006] The cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device has the following beneficial effects: the high-precision ammonia gas concentration sensor is used to realize real-time monitoring of the ammonia gas concentration in the cigar storage equipment, once the concentration exceeds the preset safe range, the display screen can directly and intuitively display and send alarm information through the cloud, and the cigar quality decline or safety hazards caused by the ammonia gas concentration being too high are effectively prevented.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present application, the side of the shell is further provided with a humidity sensor, which is electrically connected to the control module and used for monitoring humidity data.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present application, the humidity sensor and the ammonia gas concentration sensor are oppositely arranged on both sides of the display screen.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present application, the shell is further provided with a power supply assembly, which is electrically connected to the control module, the display screen, the ammonia gas concentration sensor and the humidity sensor.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present application, the power supply assembly comprises a mounting cavity and a cylindrical battery arranged in the mounting cavity, one side of the shell is recessed towards the cavity to form the mounting cavity, and the shell is slidingly provided with a cover plate for closing the mounting cavity.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present application, the outer wall of the cover plate is uniformly provided with a plurality of anti-slip protrusions.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present application, the corners of the shell are provided with arc chamfers to prevent the cigar from being pricked.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present application, the shell is integrally formed.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present application, the bottom of the shell is provided with four supporting legs.

[0015] The cigar maintenance storage equipment according to the second aspect of the present application comprises the cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device according to any one of the above.

[0016] The cigar maintenance and storage equipment according to the second aspect of the present utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: the cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device, as one of the core components, is integrated in the cigar storage equipment. The equipment can be a cigar cabinet, a cigar box or other specially designed storage container. The monitoring device is installed in a built-in or externally hung manner, comprehensive intelligent monitoring and management of the cigar storage environment are realized, the intelligent management level of the storage environment is improved, and the best maintenance environment is provided for the cigar by comprehensively monitoring ammonia gas and humidity, thereby prolonging the storage period and quality of the cigar.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of the present utility model will be partially given in the following description, partially will become obvious from the following description, or will be understood by the practice of the present utility model. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0018] The present utility model will be further described below in combination with the drawings and embodiments, wherein:

[0019] Figure 1 It is a schematic view of the cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device of the present utility model embodiment;

[0020] Figure 2 It is a schematic view of the cavity of the cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device of the present utility model embodiment;

[0021] Figure 3 It is a schematic view of the bottom perspective of the cigar maintenance environment ammonia gas monitoring device of the present utility model embodiment.

[0022] Reference signs: shell 100; cavity 101; mounting cavity 102; arc chamfer 110; cover plate 120; anti-skid convex strip 121; supporting leg 130; display screen 200; ammonia gas concentration sensor 300; humidity sensor 400; control module 500; cylindrical battery 600. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The embodiments of the present utility model will be described in detail below, examples of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, wherein the same or similar reference signs represent the same or similar elements or elements with the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below by referring to the drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present utility model, and cannot be understood as a limitation on the present utility model.

[0024] In the description of the present utility model, it is understood that the orientation description, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc. indicates the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, which is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the indicated device or element must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present utility model.

[0025] In the description of the utility model, the meaning of several is one or more, the meaning of multiple is two or more, greater than, less than, exceed and the like are understood as not including the number, above, below, within and the like are understood as including the number.If there is a description to the first, the second is only used for distinguishing the purpose of technical features, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features or implicitly indicating the relationship of the indicated technical features.

[0026] In the description of the utility model, unless otherwise explicitly limited, the words such as setting, installation, connection should be broadly understood, and the specific meaning of the above words in the utility model can be reasonably determined by the person skilled in the art in combination with the specific content of the technical scheme.In the description of the utility model, the description of reference terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiment", "example", "specific example" or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in combination with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the utility model.In the description of the present application, the illustrative description of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.Moreover, the described specific features, structures, materials or characteristics can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.In the description of the present application, the description of reference terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiment", "example", "specific example" or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in combination with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the utility model.In the description of the present application, the illustrative description of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.Moreover, the described specific features, structures, materials or characteristics can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0027] Referring to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 , the utility model proposes a kind of cigar maintenance environment ammonia monitoring device, is installed in cigar storage equipment, for real-time detection the ammonia concentration in the described cigar storage equipment, including the shell 100 of square shape, the inside of shell 100 has the cavity 101 of accommodating control module 500 installation, the outside wall of shell 100 is provided with ammonia concentration sensor 300, ammonia concentration sensor 300 is electrically connected to control module 500, the side of shell 100 is provided with display screen 200, display screen 200 is electrically connected to control module 500, for showing ammonia concentration data.

[0028] In a specific embodiment, the housing 100 is made of a corrosion-resistant and well-sealed material in a cubic shape, with an internal cavity 101 for installing the control module 500. An ammonia concentration sensor 300 is embedded in the outer wall of the housing 100 to ensure accurate detection of the ammonia concentration within the storage device. The ammonia concentration sensor 300 is a high-precision, fast-response sensor model, electrically connected to the microcontroller chip in the control module 500 via wires to ensure accurate data transmission. The display screen 200 is mounted on the side of the housing 100, employing a low-power, high-definition LCD screen, and is electrically connected to the control module 500 to display ammonia concentration data and any alarm information in real time.

[0029] Furthermore, the control module 500 includes a microcontroller chip, a WiFi module chip, and a signal transmitter. The sensor is electrically connected to the microcontroller chip, which drives the display screen 200 to display data and simultaneously uploads data to the cloud via the signal transmitter and the WiFi module chip. The microcontroller chip, acting as the core processor, is responsible for receiving data from the ammonia concentration sensor 300, performing preliminary processing, and controlling the display screen 200 to display relevant information. The WiFi module chip and signal transmitter are integrated into the control module 500. The microcontroller chip, through programming control, connects the processed ammonia concentration data to the internet via the WiFi module chip, and then sends it to a pre-set cloud server via the signal transmitter.

[0030] In practical use, the user installs the housing 100 device inside or near the cigar storage device using a fixed bracket or adhesive method, ensuring that the sensor is fully exposed to the storage environment. The microcontroller chip is programmed and configured using dedicated debugging software, including WiFi connection information and security threshold settings. After installation and debugging, the device is started, and its normal operation is confirmed via the display screen 200, along with verification of cloud data reception.

[0031] When the ammonia concentration sensor 300 detects a change in the ammonia concentration within the cigar storage device, it transmits a signal to the microcontroller chip. Upon receiving the signal, the microcontroller chip immediately processes the data and drives the display screen 200 to update and display the current ammonia concentration value. Simultaneously, the microcontroller chip determines whether the ammonia concentration exceeds a preset safety threshold. If it does, it uploads alarm information and real-time data to the cloud server via a signal transmitter and the WiFi module chip. The cloud server receives the data, stores and analyzes it, and can also notify relevant personnel via SMS, email, etc., so that timely measures can be taken to adjust the maintenance environment.

[0032] Understandably, the high-precision ammonia concentration sensor 300 enables real-time monitoring of ammonia concentration within the cigar storage equipment. If the concentration exceeds the preset safety range, it is displayed intuitively on the screen 200 and an alarm is sent to the cloud, effectively preventing cigar quality degradation or safety hazards caused by excessive ammonia concentration. The integrated microcontroller chip, WiFi module chip, and signal transmitter allow monitoring data to be uploaded to the cloud server instantly, facilitating remote monitoring and analysis. This enables intelligent management of the cigar care environment, reducing the frequency and cost of manual inspections. All monitoring data is uploaded to cloud storage, forming historical records for later data analysis and quality traceability, providing a scientific basis for long-term cigar care.

[0033] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, a high-precision humidity sensor 400 is embedded on the side of the housing 100, immediately adjacent to the display screen 200. This sensor is also electrically connected to the microcontroller chip in the control module 500 via wires, enabling it to monitor the humidity data of the cigar storage environment in real time and transmit the data to the display screen 200 and a cloud server. By adding the humidity sensor 400, the device can simultaneously monitor the humidity data of the cigar storage environment, providing the most suitable maintenance conditions for the cigars and effectively preventing mold or cracking caused by improper humidity.

[0034] Furthermore, the humidity sensor 400 and the ammonia concentration sensor 300 are respectively positioned on the left and right sides of the display screen 200 to ensure that they do not interfere with each other during monitoring. This also allows users to view both indicators simultaneously on the display screen 200, improving monitoring efficiency. The placement of the humidity sensor 400 and the ammonia concentration sensor 300 opposite each other on the display screen 200 is not only a reasonable layout, facilitating simultaneous observation of two key indicators, but also avoids mutual interference between the sensors, ensuring data accuracy.

[0035] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 Inside the housing 100, near the cavity 101 of the control module 500, a power supply assembly is installed. This assembly includes a specially designed mounting cavity 102, within which a high-capacity cylindrical battery 600 is installed. The battery is electrically connected to the control module 500, display screen 200, ammonia concentration sensor 300, and humidity sensor 400 via wires, providing a continuous and stable power supply. Specifically, one side of the housing 100 is recessed into the cavity 101 to form the battery mounting cavity 102, and a cover 120 is slidably mounted at the cavity opening. The cover 120 is fixed to the housing 100 by a snap-fit ​​or sliding rail structure, allowing the user to easily open the cover 120 with a gentle push or pull for convenient battery replacement. The built-in power supply assembly provides a stable and reliable power supply for the entire monitoring system, eliminating the need for an external power source, thus improving the portability and flexibility of the device, making it suitable for various cigar storage scenarios.

[0036] Reference Figure 3 It should be noted that multiple anti-slip protrusions 121 are evenly distributed on the outer wall of the cover 120. These protrusions are made of soft material, which increases the friction when gripping and provides a comfortable feel, preventing slippage during operation. Through the design of the battery mounting cavity 102 enclosed by the sliding cover 120, users can easily open the cover 120 to replace the battery without disassembling the entire device, simplifying maintenance.

[0037] Reference Figure 1 It should be noted that all edges and corners of the housing 100 are rounded and chamfered 110 to ensure that the device will not scratch or damage the cigars during handling or placement.

[0038] Optionally, the housing 100 is manufactured using unibody molding techniques such as injection molding or 3D printing to ensure a compact, robust, and durable structure, while also improving sealing performance and effectively preventing external factors such as dust and moisture from affecting the internal electronic components. The unibody housing 100, manufactured using unibody molding technology, has a more robust and durable structure and better sealing performance, effectively preventing interference and damage to the internal electronic components from the external environment. It should be noted that the housing 100 has a notch on its side for mounting the display screen 200. Users can install the control module 500 through this notch before installing the display screen 200, facilitating assembly.

[0039] Reference Figure 3 Four feet 130 are evenly arranged at the bottom of the housing 100. These feet 130 are made of non-slip material to ensure that the device is stable and does not wobble when placed, thus improving the accuracy and safety of the measurement. The four feet 130 at the bottom of the housing 100 ensure the stability of the device when placed, preventing measurement errors or damage caused by tilting or sliding.

[0040] This utility model also proposes a cigar storage device, including an ammonia monitoring device for the cigar storage environment as described in any of the preceding claims. The ammonia monitoring device for the cigar storage environment, as one of the core components, is integrated into the cigar storage device. This device can be a cigar cabinet, cigar box, or other specially designed storage container. By installing the monitoring device internally or externally, it achieves comprehensive intelligent monitoring and management of the cigar storage environment. This not only improves the level of intelligent management of the storage environment but also provides the optimal storage environment for cigars by comprehensively monitoring ammonia and humidity, thus extending the shelf life and quality of the cigars.

[0041] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An ammonia monitoring device for cigar storage environment, installed in a cigar storage device, for real-time detection of ammonia concentration within the cigar storage device, characterized in that, include: The housing is cubic in shape. The interior of the housing has a cavity for accommodating the control module. An ammonia concentration sensor is installed on the outer wall of the housing and is electrically connected to the control module. A display screen is installed on the side of the housing and is electrically connected to the control module for displaying ammonia concentration data. The control module includes a microcontroller chip, a WiFi module chip, and a signal transmitter. The sensor is electrically connected to the microcontroller chip. The microcontroller chip drives the display screen and simultaneously uploads data to the cloud through the signal transmitter and the WiFi module chip.

2. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 1, characterized in that, A humidity sensor is also provided on the side of the housing. The humidity sensor is electrically connected to the control module and is used to monitor humidity data.

3. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The humidity sensor and the ammonia concentration sensor are arranged opposite each other on both sides of the display screen.

4. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The housing is also provided with a power supply component, which is electrically connected to the control module, the display screen, the ammonia concentration sensor and the humidity sensor.

5. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The power assembly includes a mounting cavity and a cylindrical battery disposed within the mounting cavity. One side of the housing is recessed into the cavity to form the mounting cavity, and a cover plate is slidably disposed on the housing to close the mounting cavity.

6. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer wall of the cover plate is uniformly provided with multiple anti-slip ridges.

7. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The edges of the housing are provided with rounded chamfers to prevent puncturing cigars.

8. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is integrally molded.

9. The ammonia monitoring device for cigar curing environment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the housing is provided with four support legs.

10. A cigar storage device, characterized in that, Includes the ammonia monitoring device for cigar maintenance environment as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.