Condensate water removing device for cut tobacco steeper

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of tobacco shred processing equipment, in particular to a tobacco shred impregnator condensate water removing device which is composed of an air suction end adjustable spray head, a communicating assembly, a compressed air supply device and a condensate water collecting box. And the suction end adjustable nozzle is inserted into an annular groove of the upper cover or the lower cover of the impregnator and is connected with other parts through a communication assembly. The nozzle body is hemispherical and is provided with suction holes, a suction thin hose and an electric heating plate, and flexible adjustment can be achieved in cooperation with a telescopic hose. The communicating assembly comprises a communicating connector and a communicating branch pipe, and the sealing performance is ensured through threaded connection. The device can efficiently remove condensate water in the tobacco shred impregnator, prevent the condensate water from being accumulated to affect the tobacco shred quality, and can suck a plurality of upper covers simultaneously in large-scale tobacco shred production, so that the production efficiency and the tobacco shred quality are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of tobacco processing equipment technology, and in particular to a device for removing condensate from a tobacco impregnator. Background Technology

[0002] In modern large-scale tobacco production and processing, the tobacco impregnation machine is a key piece of equipment widely used in various tobacco processing steps, especially in the impregnation process involving the addition of flavorings and moisturizing. Due to process requirements, the impregnation machine usually needs to operate under specific temperature and humidity conditions, which inevitably leads to the easy generation of condensation inside the equipment during operation. If the condensation is not removed in a timely and effective manner, it will have a serious and widespread adverse effect on the quality of the tobacco. On the one hand, the condensation will disrupt the uniformity of the tobacco's moisture content, making the subsequent drying process extremely difficult and making it hard to ensure that the drying effect of each batch of tobacco is consistent, resulting in inconsistent tobacco quality. Some tobacco may be too dry or too wet, reducing the overall quality of the product. On the other hand, the long-term accumulation of condensation provides a breeding ground for bacteria and other microorganisms, seriously threatening the hygiene indicators of the tobacco and directly affecting the safety and market acceptance of the product.

[0003] Utility model patent application CN201320612628.8 discloses a condensate removal device for a tobacco impregnator. The tobacco impregnator has an upper cover and a lower cover, both with annular grooves. The condensate removal device includes a Y-shaped duct with a blowing end, a suction end, and an outlet end. The blowing end is connected to a compressed air supply device, the outlet end is connected to a condensate collection tank, and the suction end is inserted into the annular groove of the upper or lower cover. This utility model's condensate removal device utilizes a fan or similar device to provide a compressed air supply, achieving different pressure states on different pipelines to drain the condensate from the annular grooves of the upper and lower covers of the impregnator.

[0004] The aforementioned patent has the following drawbacks: when dealing with multiple impregnators or multiple drainage points of the same impregnator, it is not only inefficient and labor-intensive, but also cannot guarantee the continuous and stable removal of condensate during the production process. This poses a great challenge to the continuity of production, makes it difficult to flexibly adapt to impregnators of different models and installation positions, and makes it difficult to meet diverse equipment layout requirements.

[0005] To address this problem, a device for removing condensate from a tobacco impregnator is invented. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a condensate removal device for a tobacco impregnator, which solves the problem of the difficulty in effectively and timely removing condensate from existing tobacco impregnators. Through the design of a specific adjustable nozzle at the air intake end, connecting components, and related parts, it achieves efficient extraction and collection of condensate at different locations within the impregnator, ensuring that the tobacco impregnation process is carried out in a favorable environment, thereby improving the quality of tobacco and production efficiency.

[0007] This application provides a condensate removal device for a tobacco impregnator, which adopts the following technical solution: it includes an adjustable nozzle at the intake end and a connecting component, wherein one end of the adjustable nozzle at the intake end is inserted into an annular groove in the upper or lower cover of the impregnator, the other end of the adjustable nozzle at the intake end is connected to the connecting component, one end of the connecting component is connected to a compressed air supply device, and the other end of the connecting component is connected to a condensate collection tank.

[0008] Optionally, the adjustable nozzle at the suction end includes a nozzle body, the nozzle body being hemispherical and having a suction chamber inside, the nozzle body having a plurality of suction holes, and the nozzle body being provided with a plurality of suction hoses.

[0009] Optionally, the nozzle body is provided with an electric heating plate located in the suction chamber, and the electric heating plate is hemispherical.

[0010] Optionally, the nozzle body is provided with a telescopic hose, and the other end of the telescopic hose is connected to the communication component.

[0011] Optionally, the connecting component includes a connecting joint, and a plurality of connecting branch pipes are provided on the periphery of the connecting joint. A threaded portion is provided on the end of the connecting branch pipe away from the connecting joint. A threaded sleeve is provided on the end of the telescopic hose near the connecting branch pipe. A sealing sleeve is provided on the connecting branch pipe that is not connected to the adjustable nozzle at the air intake end.

[0012] In summary, this application includes the following beneficial technical effects:

[0013] 1. The unique hemispherical design of the adjustable nozzle at the suction end, combined with several evenly distributed suction holes and a thin suction hose, can draw out the condensate in the annular groove of the upper or lower cover of the impregnator from all directions, significantly improving the condensate removal efficiency.

[0014] 2. The hemispherical electric heating plate inside the nozzle body can continuously heat the air in the suction chamber. During the process of suctioning condensate, the heating plate effectively reduces the situation where condensate re-condenses in the suction device or related parts of the impregnator due to temperature changes, further optimizing the condensate removal effect and ensuring the stability and reliability of the device operation.

[0015] 3. The telescopic hose equipped on the nozzle body greatly facilitates the installation and use of the device. On the one hand, it makes the connection and installation of the device simple and quick, greatly shortening the equipment debugging time. On the other hand, the telescopic hose also has excellent flexibility, which can flexibly adjust the angle and length of the suction end according to actual needs. This feature allows the adjustable suction end nozzle to perfectly adapt to different models and installation positions of impregnators. Whether in a production workshop with limited space or facing a complex and diverse equipment layout, it can easily cope with the situation and facilitate free adjustment and maintenance according to actual production needs. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the device. Figure I ;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the device. Figure II ;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the entire device;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the connecting components of this device;

[0020] Figure 5 For this device Figure 3 Enlarged view of A in the middle;

[0021] The components include: 1. Adjustable nozzle at the suction end; 2. Connecting assembly; 3. Compressed air supply device; 4. Condensate collection tank; 5. Nozzle body; 6. Suction chamber; 7. Suction hole; 8. Suction hose; 9. Electric heating plate; 10. Telescopic hose; 11. Connecting connector; 12. Connecting branch pipe; 13. Threaded sleeve; and 14. Sealing sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, and 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present utility model.

[0023] Reference Figure 1One embodiment is shown: the condensate removal device for the tobacco impregnator includes an adjustable suction nozzle 1, a connecting component 2, a compressed air supply device 3, and a condensate collection tank 4. In this embodiment, the adjustable suction nozzle 1 is inserted into the annular groove of the upper or lower cover of the impregnator. This is because the annular groove is an area where condensate easily accumulates. Placing the adjustable suction nozzle 1 here allows for direct treatment of the condensate in this area. The adjustable suction nozzle 1 is connected to the compressed air supply device 3 and the condensate collection tank 4 through the connecting component 2, forming a complete condensate removal and transmission path. The adjustable suction nozzle 1 is responsible for drawing condensate. The connecting component 2 acts as a connecting hub, connecting the adjustable suction nozzle 1, the compressed air supply device 3, and the condensate collection tank 4 to ensure smooth transmission of fluids (including compressed air and condensate) among the three. The compressed air supply device 3 provides power to the entire system, enabling the adjustable suction nozzle 1 to produce a suction effect, while the condensate collection tank 4 is used to collect the removed condensate.

[0024] The implementation principle of the above embodiment is as follows: When the device is running, the compressed air supply device 3 delivers compressed air to the connecting component 2, and guides the compressed air to the condensate collection tank 4 through the connecting component 2. At this time, the adjustable nozzle 1 at the air intake end forms a negative pressure at the annular groove, thereby drawing in the condensate. Subsequently, the condensate that is drawn in is finally transported to the condensate collection tank 4 for storage under the combined action of the compressed air and the connecting component 2.

[0025] Reference Figure 3 , Figure 5 One embodiment shown is as follows: the nozzle body 5 of the adjustable nozzle 1 is hemispherical, with a suction chamber 6 inside, and multiple suction holes 7 and multiple suction hoses 8 fixedly connected to it. In this embodiment, the hemispherical nozzle body 5 is designed to better adapt to the shape of the annular groove of the upper or lower cover of the immersion vessel, so as to maximize the coverage of the annular groove area and improve the condensate collection efficiency. The suction chamber 6 is a temporary storage space for condensate, which facilitates subsequent transmission. The multiple suction holes 7 and suction hoses 8 can increase the contact area with condensate, and can suck condensate in the annular groove from different positions.

[0026] The implementation principle of the above embodiment is as follows: when the compressed air supply device 3 creates a negative pressure in the adjustable nozzle 1 at the air intake end, the condensate in the annular groove will be sucked into the suction chamber 6 through the suction hole 7 and the suction hose 8 due to the pressure difference. The hemispherical nozzle body 5 ensures a large coverage area, while the suction hole 7 and the suction hose 8 ensure efficient collection of condensate from different locations, thereby improving the suction efficiency of condensate.

[0027] Reference Figure 4 , Figure 5One embodiment shown is as follows: a hemispherical electric heating plate 9 is fixedly connected inside the suction chamber 6 of the nozzle body 5 of the adjustable nozzle 1 at the suction end. In this embodiment, the electric heating plate 9 is located inside the suction chamber 6, and its hemispherical shape is adapted to the suction chamber 6, which can fully heat the space inside the suction chamber 6. When condensate is drawn into the suction chamber 6, the electric heating plate 9 starts to heat, preventing the condensate from condensing again inside the suction chamber 6.

[0028] The implementation principle of the above embodiment is as follows: During the suction process, the gas and condensate may re-condense due to the decrease in temperature. The presence of the electric heating plate 9 can increase the temperature in the suction chamber 6, avoid this situation, ensure that the condensate remains liquid in the suction chamber 6, and ensure that the condensate can be smoothly transferred from the suction chamber 6 to the subsequent connecting component 2, avoiding blockage and equipment failure caused by condensation.

[0029] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 One embodiment shown is as follows: A telescopic hose 10 is fixedly connected to the nozzle body 5 of the adjustable nozzle 1 at the air intake end. The other end of the telescopic hose 10 is connected to the connecting component 2. In this embodiment, the telescopic hose 10 connects the nozzle body 5 and the connecting component 2. Its telescopicity allows the position of the nozzle body 5 to be flexibly adjusted to adapt to the structure and usage scenarios of different impregnators. By telescopically extending and retracting, the angle and length of the adjustable nozzle 1 at the air intake end can be adjusted so that it can be better aligned with the annular groove or other areas where condensate accumulates.

[0030] The implementation principle of the above embodiment is as follows: by utilizing the telescopic characteristics of the telescopic hose 10, the position of the adjustable nozzle 1 at the suction end can be flexibly adjusted according to the actual situation during installation and use to ensure that it is in the optimal working position, thereby improving the removal effect of condensate in different impregnators and ensuring that the sucked condensate can be smoothly transmitted to the connecting component 2 through the telescopic hose 10.

[0031] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 4One embodiment shown is as follows: the connecting component 2 includes a connecting connector 11, with multiple connecting branch pipes 12 fixedly connected to the periphery of the connecting connector 11. Some of the connecting branch pipes 12 are connected to the telescopic hose 10. The end of these connecting branch pipes 12 away from the connecting connector 11 is provided with a threaded portion, and the end of the telescopic hose 10 near the connecting branch pipe 12 is provided with a threaded sleeve 13. The connecting branch pipes 12 not connected to the adjustable nozzle 1 at the suction end are equipped with a sealing sleeve 14. In this embodiment, the connecting connector 11 is the core component of the connecting component 2. The multiple connecting branch pipes 12 extend from the connecting connector 11, expanding the possibilities for connection. The design of the threaded portion and the threaded sleeve 13 facilitates the connection and disassembly of the telescopic hose 10 and the connecting branch pipes 12, while ensuring the firmness and sealing of the connection. The sealing sleeve 14 can prevent unused connecting branch pipes 12 from communicating with the outside, avoiding gas leakage and impurities entering the system.

[0032] The implementation principle of the above embodiment is as follows: the connecting joint 11 serves as the central component, distributing the compressed air from the compressed air supply device 3 to each connecting branch pipe 12. The threaded telescopic hose 10 and the connecting branch pipe 12 ensure stable and reliable transmission of compressed air and condensate. For unused connecting branch pipes 12, the sealing sleeve 14 ensures their sealing, preventing interference with the normal operation of the entire system and ensuring stable operation and efficient work of the system.

[0033] The working principle of this device is as follows: When the tobacco impregnator produces condensate, the compressed air supply device 3 is activated to provide power to the entire system. The compressed air flows into the condensate collection tank 4 through the connecting joint 11 of the connecting component 2. At this time, a negative pressure is generated in the connecting branch pipe 12 connected to the adjustable nozzle 1 at the air intake end, so that a negative pressure is formed at the suction hole 7 and the suction hose 8 on the nozzle body 5. Under this negative pressure, the condensate in the annular groove of the upper or lower cover of the impregnator is drawn into the suction chamber 6.

[0034] During the suction process, the hemispherical electric heating plate 9 inside the nozzle body 5 plays an important role. It heats the air in the suction chamber 6, effectively preventing the condensate from condensing again in the suction chamber 6 or related pipes due to temperature changes, ensuring that the condensate always remains in a liquid state for easy subsequent transportation.

[0035] The condensate drawn into the suction chamber 6 is propelled by continuously flowing compressed air, flowing counter-currently along the telescopic hose 10, then through the connecting branch pipe 12 and the connecting connector 11, and finally discharged into the condensate collection tank 4 for centralized collection. Furthermore, due to the design of the connecting branch pipe 12 of the connecting component 2, in large-scale production scenarios, multiple adjustable suction nozzles 1 can be connected simultaneously to pump condensate from multiple impregnator covers concurrently, greatly improving production efficiency. The presence of the telescopic hose 10 allows the adjustable suction nozzles 1 to flexibly adjust their angle and length to adapt to different impregnator installation positions and spatial layouts.

[0036] The working principle of this device has been explained through the above embodiments. These embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, 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 utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A tobacco infuser condensate removal device comprising an air intake end adjustable nozzle (1), a communication assembly (2), characterised in that: One end of the air suction end adjustable nozzle (1) is inserted into the annular groove of the upper cover or lower cover of the dipper, and the other end of the air suction end adjustable nozzle (1) is in communication with the communication assembly (2), one end of the communication assembly (2) is in communication with the compressed air supply device (3), and the other end of the communication assembly (2) is in communication with the condensed water collecting tank (4).

2. A tobacco infuser condensate removal device according to claim 1, characterised in that: The air suction end adjustable nozzle (1) comprises a nozzle body (5), the nozzle body (5) is semispherical and has a suction cavity (6) inside, a plurality of suction holes (7) are formed in the nozzle body (5), and a plurality of suction hoses (8) are arranged on the nozzle body (5).

3. A tobacco infuser condensate removal device according to claim 2, characterised in that: An electric heating plate (9) is arranged on the nozzle body (5) in the suction cavity (6), and the electric heating plate (9) is semispherical.

4. A tobacco infuser condensate removal device according to claim 2, characterised in that: A flexible hose (10) is arranged on the nozzle body (5), and the other end of the flexible hose (10) is in communication with the communication assembly (2).

5. A tobacco infuser condensate removal device according to claim 4, characterised in that: The communication assembly (2) comprises a communication joint (11), a plurality of communication branch pipes (12) are formed in the circumferential side of the communication joint (11), a threaded portion is formed in the end of the communication branch pipe (12) away from the communication joint (11), a threaded sleeve (13) is arranged on the end of the flexible hose (10) close to the communication branch pipe (12), and a closing sleeve (14) is arranged on the communication branch pipe (12) not in communication with the air suction end adjustable nozzle (1).

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