Animal husbandry ear tag

Abstract

The utility model discloses a livestock ear tag, and relates to the technical field of livestock breeding. The device comprises a mounting rod, one side of the mounting rod is provided with a rectangular notch, and one side, close to the rectangular notch, of the outer wall of the mounting rod is provided with threads; a sliding rod is fixedly arranged in the middle of the chassis, the sliding rod penetrates through the rectangular notch in a sliding mode, the end of the sliding rod is connected with a limiting ball, and the diameter of the limiting ball is larger than the width of the rectangular notch; the sleeve is in threaded connection with one side, close to the rectangular notch, of the mounting rod; and the growth recording card is detachably arranged at one end, far away from the mounting rod, of the sleeve. The modularized detachable design is adopted, the sleeve is in threaded connection with the mounting rod, quick disassembly is achieved, the limitation that a traditional integrated ear tag cannot be disassembled is broken through, the destructive disassembly process when the traditional ear tag is replaced is omitted, labor intensity is lowered, information updating efficiency is improved, and the modularized detachable ear tag meets the fine management requirement of modern livestock breeding.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of livestock breeding equipment technology, specifically to a livestock ear tag. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing sophistication of the livestock farming industry, the need for information collection and updating during animal growth is becoming more prominent. For example, key growth information such as weight, health status, and feed conversion rate of animals at different stages of growth needs to be recorded regularly and updated on the cards attached to their ear tags in order to more accurately grasp the animals' growth dynamics, optimize breeding programs, and improve breeding efficiency.

[0003] Traditional livestock ear tags typically employ an integrated thermoforming process, achieving permanent fixation through a nested structure between the ear tag head and the slot. For example, common ear tags are made of rigid plastic (such as PVC) or metal, using mechanical locking or ultrasonic welding to tightly bond the identification card to the ear tag base, ensuring long-term stability. While this design meets the need for durable animal identification, it has significant limitations: updating dynamic data on the card (such as weight and health indicators) requires overprinting the ear tag surface using a handheld thermal printer or portable label printer. Since animals do not cooperate, this printing process is extremely inconvenient. Therefore, we propose a livestock ear tag to solve these problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model specifically adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A livestock ear tag, comprising:

[0006] The mounting rod has a rectangular notch on one side and a thread on the outer wall of the mounting rod near the rectangular notch.

[0007] A chassis, wherein a sliding rod is fixedly provided in the middle of the chassis, the sliding rod slides through a rectangular notch and its end is connected to a limiting ball, the diameter of the limiting ball being larger than the width of the rectangular notch;

[0008] A sleeve, threadedly connected to the side of the mounting rod near the rectangular notch;

[0009] The growth record card is detachably mounted on the end of the sleeve away from the mounting rod.

[0010] Furthermore, a puncture head is fixedly embedded at the end of the limiting ball. The puncture head is made of stainless steel and is conical in shape.

[0011] Furthermore, the end of the sleeve is provided with a self-locking hook, and a connection hole is constructed on one side of the growth record card.

[0012] Furthermore, a rubber sleeve is fitted onto the surface of the sleeve.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes an extension plate disposed at the end of the mounting rod away from the sleeve, and the surface of the fixing plate is engraved with an identification code.

[0014] Furthermore, the chassis is saucer-shaped and has rounded corners on its sides.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] This utility model adopts a modular and detachable design. The sleeve and the mounting rod are connected by threads to achieve quick disassembly, breaking through the limitation of traditional integrated ear tags that cannot be disassembled. It eliminates the destructive removal process when replacing traditional ear tags, reduces labor intensity, and improves information update efficiency. It is suitable for the refined management needs of modern animal husbandry and has high practicality, making it worthy of widespread application and promotion. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the sleeve structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting rod structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the chassis structure of this utility model.

[0021] Reference numerals: 1. Mounting rod; 101. Rectangular notch; 2. Chassis; 3. Slide rod; 4. Limiting ball; 401. Puncture head; 5. Sleeve; 501. Rubber sleeve; 6. Growth record card; 601. Connecting hole; 7. Self-locking hook; 8. Extension plate; 801. Identification code. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] This application provides a livestock ear tag, primarily addressing the significant limitations of existing technologies, which, while meeting the need for persistent animal identification, suffer from the following: updating dynamic data (such as weight and health indicators) requires overprinting the ear tag surface using a handheld thermal printer or portable label printer. Since animals do not cooperate, this printing operation is extremely inconvenient. The application provides the following technical solution, which will be discussed in conjunction with... Figures 1-4 Please provide a detailed explanation:

[0024] A livestock ear tag, comprising:

[0025] Mounting rod 1, one side of mounting rod 1 has a rectangular notch 101, and the outer wall of mounting rod 1 near the rectangular notch 101 has a thread.

[0026] The chassis 2 has a sliding rod 3 fixed in the middle. The sliding rod 3 slides through the rectangular notch 101 and its end is connected to a limiting ball 4. The diameter of the limiting ball 4 is greater than the width of the rectangular notch 101.

[0027] Sleeve 5 is threadedly connected to the side of mounting rod 1 near the rectangular notch 101;

[0028] The growth record card 6 is detachably mounted on the end of the sleeve 5 away from the mounting rod 1.

[0029] Workflow Description

[0030] Installation phase:

[0031] Pass the slide bar 3 through the animal's ear, so that the base plate 2 fits against the back of the ear. Slide the slide bar 3 so that the limiting ball 4 is inserted into the rectangular notch 101. Then connect the sleeve 5 to the mounting rod 1 by thread. The limiting ball 4 is locked against the outer wall of the notch to form a mechanical lock. The growth record card 6 can then be installed in the animal's ear.

[0032] Information update phase:

[0033] Rotate sleeve 5 (threaded connection) to disengage it from mounting rod 1 and unlock growth record card 6;

[0034] After printing or replacing the growth record card 6, tighten and lock the sleeve 5 to complete the information update.

[0035] The ear tag adopts a modular and detachable design. The sleeve 5 and the mounting rod 1 are connected by threads to achieve quick disassembly, breaking through the limitation of traditional integrated ear tags that cannot be disassembled. It eliminates the destructive removal process when replacing traditional ear tags, reduces labor intensity, improves information update efficiency, and is suitable for the refined management needs of modern animal husbandry.

[0036] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, a puncture head 401 is fixedly embedded at the end of the limiting ball 4. The puncture head 401 is made of stainless steel and is conical. More specifically, when the ear tag is installed, the slide bar 3 drives the limiting ball 4 to slide along the rectangular notch 101. The puncture head 401 moves with the limiting ball 4 and pierces the soft tissue on the other side of the ear. It adopts a conical design with a small tip angle, which is convenient for penetrating the soft tissue of the animal's ear. The bottom is flush with or slightly recessed with the end face of the limiting ball 4 to avoid the protruding part scratching the animal. It is made of stainless steel and has high strength, corrosion resistance and biocompatibility. It can be in contact with animal tissue for a long time without causing infection or rejection reaction.

[0037] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the end of the sleeve 5 is provided with a self-locking hook 7, and a connection hole 601 is constructed on one side of the growth record card 6. More specifically, the growth record card 6 can be replaced by one hand through the "press-release" interaction between the self-locking hook 7 and the connection hole 601, without the need for tools. Compared with traditional ear tags that require destructive removal or complex tool operation, the efficiency is significantly improved.

[0038] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the surface of the sleeve 5 is covered with a rubber sleeve 501. More specifically, the outer layer of the rubber sleeve 501 may be embossed with anti-slip texture (such as diamond or granular) to enhance grip and allow the operator to easily rotate the sleeve 5 without slipping the threads. In addition, the rubber material is soft and has no sharp edges, which reduces the risk of friction damage when in contact with the animal's ear. Especially when the sleeve 5 accidentally presses on the ear, the rubber sleeve 501 can provide cushioning.

[0039] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, an extension plate 8 is also included, which is disposed at the end of the mounting rod 1 away from the sleeve 5. The surface of the fixed plate is engraved with an identification code 801. More specifically, the extension plate 8 has a flat structure and is fixed to the end of the mounting rod 1 away from the sleeve 5. The identification code 801 records the animal's unique identification number (such as ear tag number), breed, date of birth, and farm code.

[0040] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the chassis 2 is saucer-shaped and has rounded corners on its sides. More specifically, the chassis 2 has a saucer-shaped structure with a central bulge and inwardly sloping edges, similar to the cross-sectional profile of a flying saucer. Its thickness is greatest at the center and gradually decreases towards the edges, forming a smooth transition curved surface. The saucer-shaped curved surface can naturally conform to the curvature of an animal's ear (such as the auricle of a cow or sheep), reducing local pressure or friction damage caused by rigid plane contact.

[0041] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A livestock ear tag, characterized in that, include: Mounting rod (1), one side of which is constructed with a rectangular notch (101), and the outer wall of the mounting rod (1) near the rectangular notch (101) is constructed with threads; A chassis (2) is provided with a sliding rod (3) fixed in the middle of the chassis (2). The sliding rod (3) slides through a rectangular notch (101) and its end is connected to a limiting ball (4). The diameter of the limiting ball (4) is greater than the width of the rectangular notch (101). Sleeve (5) is threadedly connected to the side of the mounting rod (1) near the rectangular notch (101); The growth record card (6) is detachably mounted on the end of the sleeve (5) away from the mounting rod (1).

2. An ear tag for livestock according to claim 1, characterised in that The end of the limiting ball (4) is fixedly embedded with a piercing head (401), which is made of stainless steel and is conical.

3. An ear tag for livestock according to claim 1, characterised in that The end of the sleeve (5) is provided with a self-locking hook (7), and the growth record card (6) has a connection hole (601) on one side.

4. An ear tag for livestock according to claim 1, characterised in that The surface of the sleeve (5) is fitted with a rubber sleeve (501).

5. The livestock ear tag according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an extension plate (8) disposed at the end of the mounting rod (1) away from the sleeve (5), and the surface of the extension plate is engraved with an identification code (801).

6. The livestock ear tag according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chassis (2) is saucer-shaped and has rounded corners on its sides.

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