Cigarette suction device of packaging machine
By using the cigarette suction device in the packaging machine, the suction cup is controlled by a handle switch to absorb and release the cigarettes, solving the problems of time-consuming and laborious operation and burns in the existing technology, and achieving safe and efficient cigarette removal.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-31
AI Technical Summary
When existing packaging equipment is shut down or undergoing maintenance, operators need to manually remove the cigarette packs, which is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and poses a risk of burns, resulting in material waste and quality defects.
Design a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine. Use a handle switch to control the connection between the negative pressure system, the extension tube, and the suction cup. Use the suction cup to suction the cigarettes. Operators can stay away from the equipment and control the suction and release by using the handle switch, thus saving time and effort in picking up and putting away cigarettes.
This approach avoids burns to operators, reduces damage to cigarette packs, improves operational efficiency and safety, and reduces material waste.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of cigarette manufacturing accessories, and in particular to a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine. Background Technology
[0002] During extended downtime periods such as production intervals, process maintenance, or other reasons, operators must manually remove packs of cigarettes from the equipment's channels to prevent damage from the heated soldering iron and ensure the cigarettes' quality. Removing these packs (typically 2-3 packs) requires operators to stand on top of the equipment, holding onto the edge with one hand while using tape or metal objects (such as saw blades or tweezers) to pick them out. This is time-consuming, laborious, and can result in burns, damaged cigarette packs, and unnecessary material waste. These problems urgently need to be addressed. Utility Model Content
[0003] This utility model discloses a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine, which aims to solve the technical problems existing in the prior art.
[0004] The present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] This utility model provides a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine, which includes a handle switch, an extension tube, and a suction cup; the handle switch is used to control whether the external negative pressure system is connected to or not connected to the extension tube, and when the external negative pressure system is not connected, it can be connected to the external atmospheric environment to release the pressure inside the extension tube; at least a part of the extension tube is a rigid structure, with one end connected to the handle switch and the other end connected to the suction cup.
[0006] The packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model includes at least two suction cups; the extension tube includes a straight tube and a multi-port tube; one end of the straight tube is connected to the handle switch, and the other end is connected to one of the ports of the multi-port tube; the remaining ports of the multi-port tube are respectively connected to the suction cups.
[0007] In the cigarette suction device of the packaging machine of this utility model, the straight tube is made of rigid material; the multi-port tube and the suction cup are both made of elastic material and are connected by a connecting pipe; one end of the connecting pipe is inserted into the multi-port tube and the other end is inserted into the suction cup.
[0008] In the packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model, the end of the connecting pipe that connects to the suction cup is a spherical structure.
[0009] In the packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model, the multi-port pipe is a three-port pipe, and includes a first connector, a second connector, a third connector and a fourth connector; the first connector, the second connector and the third connector are arranged in parallel and are respectively perpendicularly connected to the fourth connector, wherein the first connector is located on one side of the fourth connector, and the second connector and the third connector are located on the other side; the first connector is connected to the straight pipe; the second connector and the third connector are respectively connected to the suction cup.
[0010] In the packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model, the straight tube is an L-shaped tube.
[0011] In the packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model, the handle switch includes a handle body and a control switch; the handle body has a connecting channel and a receiving channel inside; the receiving channel is connected to the connecting channel; one end of the connecting channel is a negative pressure interface, and the other end is an extension tube interface for connecting the extension tube; the control switch can move along the receiving channel to control the extension tube to connect to the external negative pressure system or the external atmospheric environment.
[0012] In the packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model, the connecting channel includes a first channel and a second channel; one end of the first channel is connected to the negative pressure interface and the other end is connected to the extension tube interface; one end of the second channel is connected to the extension tube interface and the other end is connected to the outside atmosphere; the receiving channel connects the first channel and the second channel; when the control switch is moved, it can block the first channel or the second channel.
[0013] In the packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model, the control switch has a through hole and slides in a seal with the inner wall of the receiving channel; on the moving line of the control switch, the through hole can communicate with the first channel or the second channel.
[0014] The packaging machine cigarette suction device of this utility model also includes a reset spring; one side of the reset spring is connected to the handle body and the other side is connected to the control switch, so as to reset the control switch after it is moved.
[0015] The technical solution adopted in this utility model can achieve the following beneficial effects:
[0016] This utility model mainly provides a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine. It is based on a handle switch that controls whether to connect to an external negative pressure system, allowing the suction cup to adhere or not. An extension tube connects the handle switch and the suction cup. During operation, holding the handle switch keeps the operator away from the packaging equipment, preventing burns. The suction cup method also makes it convenient to remove the cigarette packs, saving time and effort and preventing damage to the cigarette packs. Furthermore, the handle switch allows the suction cup to engage when connected to the negative pressure system, and releases the negative pressure in the extension tube when disconnected, making cigarette removal easier. Attached Figure Description
[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below, forming part of this utility model. The illustrative embodiments of this utility model and their descriptions explain this utility model and do not constitute an improper limitation of this utility model. In the accompanying drawings:
[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine according to the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine according to the present invention;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the handle switch of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram showing the connection between the connector and the suction cup of this utility model.
[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0023] 1. Handle switch; 11. Handle body; 111. Connecting channel; 1111. First channel; 1112. Second channel; 112. Receiving channel; 113. Negative pressure interface; 114. Extension tube interface; 12. Control switch; 13. Reset spring; 2. Extension tube; 21. Straight tube; 22. Multi-port tube; 221. First connecting tube; 222. Second connecting tube; 223. Second connecting tube; 224. Fourth connecting tube; 23. Connecting tube; 3. Suction cup. Detailed Implementation
[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the term "or" is generally used to include the meaning of "and / or," unless otherwise expressly stated otherwise.
[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or a magnetic connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in the description of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only for distinguishing descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0026] Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0027] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this application provides a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine.
[0028] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine includes a handle switch 1, an extension tube 2, and a suction cup 3. The handle switch 1 is used to control whether the external negative pressure system is connected to or not connected to the extension tube 2, and when the external negative pressure system is not connected, it can be connected to the external atmospheric environment to release the pressure inside the extension tube 2. At least a part of the extension tube 2 is a rigid structure, with one end connected to the handle switch 1 and the other end connected to the suction cup 3.
[0029] This utility model discloses a cigarette suction device for a packaging machine. It is based on a handle switch 1 that controls whether to connect to an external negative pressure system, allowing the suction cup 3 to either adhere or not. An extension tube 2 connects the handle switch 1 and the suction cup 3. During operation, the operator holds the handle switch 1, keeping them away from the packaging equipment and preventing burns. The suction cup 3 also facilitates easy removal of the cigarettes, saving time and effort and preventing damage to the cigarettes. Furthermore, the handle switch 1 allows the suction cup 3 to adhere when connected to the negative pressure system, and releases the negative pressure within the extension tube 2 when disconnected, making cigarette removal and handling easier.
[0030] In some preferred embodiments, at least two suction cups 3 are included; the extension tube 2 includes a straight tube 21 and a multi-port tube 22; one end of the straight tube 21 is connected to the handle switch 1, and the other end is connected to one of the ports of the multi-port tube 22; the remaining ports of the multi-port tube 22 are respectively connected to the suction cups 3; based on the setting of multiple suction cups 3 to jointly adsorb the cigarette pack, the adsorption is more stable and the cigarette pack is prevented from falling off during movement.
[0031] In some preferred embodiments, the straight tube 21 is made of a rigid material, such as stainless steel; the multi-port tube 22 and the suction cup 3 are both made of elastic materials and are connected by a connecting pipe 23; one end of the connecting pipe 23 is inserted into the multi-port tube 22 and the other end is inserted into the suction cup 3; by making the straight tube 21 a rigid structure, sufficient distance is ensured between the operator and the equipment during operation (such as half a meter or one meter, depending on the usage environment); while the multi-port tube 22 and the suction cup 3 are made of elastic materials, which, based on elastic deformation, allows the suction cup 3 to better adhere to the surface of the cigarette being adsorbed, resulting in a more secure adsorption; and the elastic connection makes disassembly and assembly more convenient; preferably, the multi-port tube 22 and the suction cup 3 can be made of elastic rubber, and more preferably, the elasticity of the multi-port tube 22 is less than that of the suction cup 3, thereby giving the multi-port tube 22 the strength of a movable structure to ensure operational stability, while the suction cup 3 is more easily deformed and can better adhere to the surface of the cigarette.
[0032] Preferably, such as Figure 4 As shown, the end of the connector 23 that connects to the suction cup 3 has a spherical structure; based on this, when the suction cup 3 is fitted onto the end of the connector 23, it can rotate within a certain range to better adapt to different angles of operation, making the suction operation easier (without requiring the suction cup 3 to be parallel to the surface of the cigarette).
[0033] In some preferred embodiments, the multi-port pipe 22 is a three-way pipe and includes a first connector 221, a second connector 222, a third connector 223, and a fourth connector 224; the first connector 221, the second connector 222, and the third connector 223 are arranged in parallel and are respectively perpendicularly connected to the fourth connector 224, wherein the first connector 221 is located on one side of the fourth connector 224, and the second connector 222 and the third connector 223 are located on the other side; the first connector 221 is connected to the straight pipe 21; the second connector 222 and the third connector 223 are respectively connected to the suction cup 3.
[0034] In some preferred embodiments, the straight pipe 21 is an L-shaped pipe to facilitate connection with the multi-port pipe 22.
[0035] In some preferred embodiments, such as Figure 2 and 3As shown, the handle switch 1 includes a handle body 11 and a control switch 12; the handle body 11 has a connecting channel 111 and a receiving channel 112 inside; the receiving channel 112 is connected to the connecting channel 111; one end of the connecting channel 111 is a negative pressure interface 113, and the other end is an extension tube interface 114 for connecting the extension tube 2; the control switch 12 can move along the receiving channel 112 to control the extension tube 2 to connect to the external negative pressure system or the external atmospheric environment.
[0036] Preferably, the connecting channel 111 includes a first channel 1111 and a second channel 1112; one end of the first channel 1111 is connected to the negative pressure interface 113, and the other end is connected to the extension pipe interface 114; one end of the second channel 1112 is connected to the extension pipe interface 114, and the other end is connected to the outside atmosphere; the receiving channel 112 is connected to the first channel 1111 and the second channel 1112; when the control switch 12 moves, it can block the first channel 1111 or the second channel 1112.
[0037] Preferably, the control switch 12 has a through hole and slides in a seal with the inner wall of the receiving channel 112; the through hole can communicate with the first channel 1111 or the second channel 1112 on the moving line of the control switch 12.
[0038] Preferably, the control switch 12 includes a cylindrical main body 121 and an extension 122; a through hole 123 is provided on the cylindrical main body 121; the cross-sectional diameter of the extension 122 is smaller than that of the cylindrical main body 121, and its end can extend out of the handle body 11 to form a pressing end; the receiving channel 112 is adapted to the shape of the cylindrical main body 121 and is sealed and connected, such as by a sealing ring, and when the cylindrical main body 121 abuts against both ends of the receiving channel 112, it connects to the first channel 1111 or the second channel 1112 respectively. That is, the handle body 11 also has a channel for the extension 122 to extend out. Specifically, sealing rings are provided on the cylindrical main body 121 on both sides of the through hole 123, and when the through hole 123 connects to the first channel 1111 or the second channel 1112, the sealing rings ensure the seal between the cylindrical main body 121 and the inner wall of the receiving channel 112.
[0039] Preferably, it also includes a reset spring 13; one side of the reset spring 13 is connected to the handle body 11, and the other side is connected to the control switch 12, so as to reset the control switch 12 after it is moved; for example, when the pressing end of the control switch 12 is pressed, the through hole 123 is connected to the first channel 1111, the suction cup 3 sucks up the cigarette, after the cigarette is moved to the placement position, the pressing end is released, the control switch 12 is reset under the action of the reset spring 13, the through hole 123 is connected to the second channel 1112, and then connected to the external atmospheric environment, the negative pressure in the extension tube 2 is released, the suction cup 3 releases the cigarette, and the suction of the cigarette is completed.
[0040] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can make many other forms under the guidance of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the claims, and all of these forms are within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A cigarette pack strip drawing apparatus characterized by comprising: The handle switch, the extension pipe and the suction disc are included. The handle switch is used to control the communication or non-communication between the external negative pressure system and the extension pipe, and can connect the external atmosphere environment when the external negative pressure system is not connected to release the pressure in the extension pipe. The extension pipe is at least partially rigid, one end of which is connected to the handle switch and the other end of which is connected to the suction disc.
2. The pack cigarette suction device of the packaging machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The extension pipe includes a straight pipe and a multi-way pipe, one end of the straight pipe is connected to the handle switch, and the other end of the straight pipe is connected to one of the interfaces of the multi-way pipe, and the rest of the interfaces of the multi-way pipe are respectively connected to the suction discs.
3. The pack cigarette suction device of the packaging machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The straight pipe is made of rigid material, and the multi-way pipe and the suction disc are made of elastic material and are connected by a connecting pipe. One end of the connecting pipe is inserted into the multi-way pipe, and the other end of the connecting pipe is inserted into the suction disc.
4. The pack cigarette suction device of claim 3, wherein The end of the connecting pipe connected to the suction disc is in a spherical structure.
5. A pack cigarette suction device of a packaging machine according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The multi-way pipe is a three-way pipe, and includes a first connecting pipe, a second connecting pipe, a third connecting pipe and a fourth connecting pipe. The first connecting pipe, the second connecting pipe and the third connecting pipe are arranged in parallel and are respectively connected to the fourth connecting pipe perpendicularly, wherein the first connecting pipe is located on one side of the fourth connecting pipe, and the second connecting pipe and the third connecting pipe are located on the other side of the fourth connecting pipe. The first connecting pipe is connected to the straight pipe. The second connecting pipe and the third connecting pipe are respectively connected to the suction disc.
6. A pack cigarette suction device for a packaging machine according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The straight pipe is an L-shaped pipe.
7. The pack cigarette suction device of the packaging machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The handle switch includes a handle body and a control switch. The handle body has a communication channel and a containing channel inside. The containing channel is communicated with the communication channel. One end of the communication channel is a negative pressure interface, and the other end of the communication channel is an extension pipe interface for connecting the extension pipe. The control switch can move along the containing channel to control the connection of the extension pipe to the external negative pressure system or the external atmosphere environment.
8. A pack cigarette suction device of a packaging machine according to claim 7, characterized in that, The communication channel includes a first channel and a second channel. One end of the first channel is connected to the negative pressure interface, and the other end of the first channel is connected to the extension pipe interface. One end of the second channel is connected to the extension pipe interface, and the other end of the second channel is connected to the external atmosphere. The containing channel is connected to the first channel and the second channel. When the control switch moves, the control switch can block the first channel or the second channel.
9. A pack cigarette suction device of a packaging machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, A through hole is formed in the control switch and is in sliding sealing with the inner wall of the containing channel, and the through hole can be communicated with the first channel or the second channel along the moving line of the control switch.
10. A carton strip draw-off device according to any of claims 7 to 9, characterised in that, A reset spring sheet is further included, one side of the reset spring sheet is connected to the handle body, and the other side of the reset spring sheet is connected to the control switch to reset the control switch after the control switch moves.