Telescopic flame probe lens cleaning device

By designing a retractable flame probe lens cleaning device, which utilizes lifting components and soft brushes to achieve efficient cleaning of flame probe lenses on offshore oil production platforms, the problem of lens contamination has been solved, and cleaning quality and safety have been improved.

CN224127987UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17SHENZHEN BRANCH CHINA NAT OFFSHORE OIL CORP
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHENZHEN BRANCH CHINA NAT OFFSHORE OIL CORP
Filing Date
2025-05-06
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

The flame probes on offshore oil production platforms are subject to humid environments, salt spray, and construction dust, which cause the lenses to become dirty and reduce their detection efficiency. Existing cleaning methods are not very effective and pose a risk of damaging the lenses, especially at high altitudes where cleaning is difficult.

Method used

Design a retractable flame probe lens cleaning device, including a lifting component and a cleaning component, which uses a soft brush to achieve precise cleaning of lenses at different heights and avoid damage.

Benefits of technology

It improves cleaning efficiency and quality, reduces the risk of damage to lenses, enhances the professionalism and safety of maintenance work, and ensures the stability of the offshore operating environment.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a telescopic flame probe lens cleaning device, which relates to the technical field of offshore oil production platforms and comprises a support rod, a lifting component is arranged in an inner cavity of the support rod and comprises a positioning rod, the top of the positioning rod is fixedly connected with the bottom of the support rod, and the top of the positioning rod is fixedly connected with the bottom of the support rod. A first moving rod, a second moving rod and a third moving rod are sequentially arranged in an inner cavity of the supporting rod from outside to inside, a cleaning assembly is arranged at the top end of the third moving rod, and the cleaning assembly comprises a welding rod. According to the technical scheme, through the arrangement of the lifting assembly and the cleaning assembly, effective cleaning of the flame probe lens is achieved, a traditional cleaning structure is not only inconvenient to carry and prone to damage the expensive probe lens, but also the lifting assembly can accurately adjust the height of a soft sponge brush to ensure that the flame probe lens can easily reach any position needing to be cleaned; and the spherical rolling soft cotton brush can uniformly apply force in the cleaning process.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of offshore oil production platforms, and in particular relates to a retractable flame probe lens cleaning device. Background Technology

[0002] Flame detectors used on offshore oil platforms are specially designed to detect fires quickly and accurately. These detectors can typically monitor large areas and are crucial for ensuring the safety of offshore platforms. These devices and technologies work together to improve the safety of offshore oil platforms, prevent fires from occurring, or effectively control fires in their early stages.

[0003] On offshore oil platforms, the harsh environment, high humidity, and salt spray, coupled with the accumulation of dust and grime from years of construction projects, especially anti-corrosion work, severely impact the performance of these highly sensitive detectors. This leads to problems such as failure to trigger alarms or false alarms during routine maintenance and testing. Some detectors are installed at heights of up to eight meters, making the use of ladders for maintenance and cleaning impractical. The current method involves using a stainless steel instrument tube covered with a rag to attempt cleaning the flame detectors. However, this method is top-heavy and ineffective at cleaning the detector lenses, and there is a risk that the instrument tube may puncture the rag and damage the detector lenses. Furthermore, the instruments are typically around 6 meters long and lack telescopic design, making them inconvenient to carry and difficult to maintain in confined spaces such as between tanks, posing safety hazards and hindering their use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a retractable flame probe lens cleaning device to solve the problem mentioned in the background art, where flame probes on offshore oil platforms become dirty due to the influence of humid environments, salt spray, and construction dust, affecting detection efficiency and causing maintenance difficulties, especially for probes at a height of eight meters. Existing cleaning methods use stainless steel instrument tubes covered with cloths, but this method is ineffective and carries the risk of damaging the probe, making it difficult to implement effectively.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the specific technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A retractable flame probe lens cleaning device includes a support rod, the inner cavity of which is provided with a lifting assembly, the lifting assembly including a positioning rod, the top of which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support rod, the inner cavity of the support rod being provided with a first moving rod, a second moving rod and a third moving rod in sequence from the outside to the inside, the top of the third moving rod being provided with a cleaning assembly, the cleaning assembly including a welding rod, the bottom end of which is installed with the top end of the third moving rod.

[0006] Preferably, a threaded rod is provided through the inner cavity of the support rod, and the top end of the threaded rod extends into the inner cavity of the third moving rod.

[0007] Preferably, the outer surface of the threaded rod is threaded with three threaded plates, and the tops of the three threaded plates are fixedly connected to the bottoms of the first moving rod, the second moving rod, and the third moving rod, respectively.

[0008] Preferably, a connecting rod is provided through the inner cavity of the positioning rod, and the top end of the connecting rod is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the threaded rod.

[0009] Preferably, a fixing block is provided at the end of the welding rod away from the support rod, and a placement plate is fixedly connected to the left side of the fixing block.

[0010] Preferably, the inner side of the placement plate is rotatably connected to two rotating rods arranged symmetrically front to back, and a soft brush is connected to one end of each rotating rod facing the other.

[0011] Preferably, the fixing block has locking holes on both the front and rear sides, and the outer surfaces of both the front and rear sides of the welding rod are fixedly connected with fixing discs.

[0012] Preferably, a locking rod is provided through one side of the fixing plate, and one end of the locking rod is in contact with the inner cavity of the locking hole.

[0013] Preferably, a return spring is sleeved on the outer surface of the clamping rod, and the two ends of the return spring are fixedly connected to one side of the fixed plate and the outer surface of the welding rod, respectively.

[0014] Preferably, the outer surface of the connecting rod is coated with a pattern, and a handle is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the connecting rod.

[0015] The retractable flame probe lens cleaning device of this utility model has the following advantages:

[0016] This retractable flame probe lens cleaning device achieves effective cleaning of flame probe lenses through the combination of a lifting component and a cleaning component. Compared to the traditional method of using a stainless steel instrument tube wrapped with a cloth, which is inconvenient to carry and prone to damaging expensive probe lenses, the lifting component can precisely adjust the height of the soft brush, ensuring easy access to any area requiring cleaning. The equipped spherical rolling soft brush applies even pressure during cleaning, effectively removing dust and salt spray deposits and preventing potential damage to the lens. It is not only easy to carry, greatly improving the efficiency and quality of cleaning work, but also fills the gap in professional flame probe cleaning tools for offshore platforms, enhancing the professionalism and safety of overall maintenance work, and further ensuring the safety and stability of the offshore operating environment. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional side view sectional view of the support rod structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional side view sectional view of the third moving rod structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the threaded rod structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional side view sectional view of the first movable rod structure of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the threaded plate structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 For the present utility model Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the soft brush structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the disassembled state of the lever structure of this utility model.

[0027] The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1. Support rod; 2. Lifting assembly; 21. Positioning rod; 22. First moving rod; 23. Second moving rod; 24. Third moving rod; 25. Threaded rod; 26. Threaded plate; 27. Connecting rod; 3. Cleaning assembly; 31. Welding rod; 32. Fixing block; 33. Placement plate; 34. Rotating rod; 35. Soft brush; 36. Clip hole; 37. Fixing plate; 38. Clip rod; 39. Return spring. Detailed Implementation

[0028] In the following description, only certain exemplary embodiments are briefly described. As those skilled in the art will recognize, the described embodiments can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the drawings and description are considered to be exemplary in nature and not restrictive.

[0029] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this 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 embodiments of this utility model.

[0030] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0031] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0032] The following disclosure provides many different implementations or examples for different structures of the embodiments of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure of the embodiments of the present invention, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or reference letters may be repeated in different examples of the embodiments of the present invention; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various implementations and / or arrangements discussed.

[0033] To better understand the purpose, structure, and function of this utility model, the following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, provides a more detailed account of a retractable flame probe lens cleaning device.

[0034] like Figures 1-9As shown, this utility model discloses a retractable flame probe lens cleaning device, comprising a support rod 1. The inner cavity of the support rod 1 is equipped with a lifting assembly 2, which includes a positioning rod 21. The top of the positioning rod 21 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support rod 1. The inner cavity of the support rod 1 is sequentially provided with a first moving rod 22, a second moving rod 23, and a third moving rod 24 from the outside to the inside. The second moving rod 23 is located within the inner cavity of the first moving rod 22, and the third moving rod 24 is also located within the inner cavity of the second moving rod 23. The support rod 1 has a height of 2000 mm, an outer diameter of 20 mm, and an inner diameter of 18 mm. The first moving rod 22 has a height of 1000 mm, and the second moving rod 23 has a height of 1000 mm. The height of the third moving rod 24 is 1,000 millimeters, and the third moving rod 24 can be housed by the second moving rod 23, the second moving rod 23 can be housed by the first moving rod 22, and the first moving rod 22 can be housed by the support rod 1, thereby achieving the purpose of multi-level telescopicity. This allows for cleaning and wiping of flame probe lenses installed at different heights and facilitates the carrying of the overall structure. The top of the third moving rod 24 is provided with a cleaning component 3, which includes a welding rod 31. The bottom end of the welding rod 31 is installed with the top end of the third moving rod 24. The outer surface of the welding rod 31 is provided with an external thread, while the outer surface of the third moving rod 24 is provided with an internal thread interface that matches the external thread of the welding rod 31.

[0035] like Figures 2-9 As shown, a threaded rod 25 is provided through the inner cavity of the support rod 1, and the top end of the threaded rod 25 extends into the inner cavity of the third moving rod 24. The outer surface of the threaded rod 25 has external threads, and three threaded plates 26 are threadedly connected to the outer surface of the threaded rod 25. The inner side of each threaded plate 26 has an internal thread that matches the external thread of the threaded rod 25. The tops of the three threaded plates 26 are fixedly connected to the bottoms of the first moving rod 22, the second moving rod 23, and the third moving rod 24, respectively, and the outer surfaces of the three threaded plates 26 are respectively connected to the inner surfaces of the support rod 1, the first moving rod 22, and the second moving rod 23. The cavity is slidably connected, wherein the support rod 1, the first moving rod 22, the second moving rod 23 and the third moving rod 24 are made of PVC pipe, which is lightweight, reasonably priced and of suitable weight, which can minimize the weight carried by the operator, has high feasibility and achieves low cost and high effectiveness. The inner cavity of the positioning rod 21 is provided with a connecting rod 27, the top end of the connecting rod 27 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the threaded rod 25, and the bottom end of the connecting rod 27 extends to the outside of the bottom of the positioning rod 21 and is fixedly connected to a handwheel. The contact area between the connecting rod 27 and the threaded rod 25 is rotatably connected by a bearing.

[0036] like Figures 3-9As shown, a fixing block 32 is provided at the end of the welding rod 31 away from the support rod 1. A placement plate 33 is fixedly connected to the left side of the fixing block 32. Two rotating rods 34 arranged symmetrically front and back are rotatably connected to the inner side of the placement plate 33. A soft brush 35 is connected to the opposite end of the two rotating rods 34. The soft brush 35 has a volume of 200 mm and is spherical, which facilitates wiping the flame probe lens. When extended, it can reach a maximum length of 5000 mm, which can clean the flame probe lens at high altitudes. When retracted, it is as short as 2000 mm, which is convenient for carrying and storage. The fixing block 32 has two... A locking hole 36 is provided. A fixing plate 37 is fixedly connected to the outer surfaces of both the front and rear sides of the welding rod 31. A locking rod 38 is provided through one side of the fixing plate 37, and one end of the locking rod 38 contacts the inner cavity of the locking hole 36. A return spring 39 is sleeved on the outer surface of the locking rod 38. The two ends of the return spring 39 are fixedly connected to one side of the fixing plate 37 and the outer surface of the welding rod 31, respectively. A pull ring is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the locking rod 38 for easy pulling by the user. The outer surface of the connecting rod 27 is coated with a pattern, and a handle is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the connecting rod 27 to facilitate the user to carry the support rod 1 for wiping work.

[0037] Specifically, the user manually rotates the handwheel to rotate the connecting rod 27, which in turn rotates the threaded rod 25. Utilizing the threaded transmission principle, the threaded rod 25 pushes the threaded plate 26 upward, causing the first moving rod 22, the second moving rod 23, and the third moving rod 24 to move upward simultaneously. Ultimately, this causes the soft brush 35 to adjust its height as needed, effectively cleaning flame probe lenses installed at different heights. When the soft brush 35 needs cleaning after a period of use, the two locking rods 38 can be manually pulled in opposite directions to compress the return spring 39, disengaging the locking rods 38 from the locking holes 36. This allows for easy removal of the soft brush 35 for external cleaning, ensuring its cleaning efficiency and maintaining the high cleanliness of the flame probe lens, simplifying the maintenance process and improving work efficiency.

[0038] The working principle of a retractable flame probe lens cleaning device is as follows: First, when cleaning flame probe lenses at different installation heights on an offshore oil platform, the user manually operates the lifting component 2 to move the soft brush 35 to the height position, and then manually operates the soft brush 35 to wipe and clean the lens. After cleaning, if it is necessary to disassemble the soft brush 35 for external cleaning or replacement, the cleaning component 3 can be operated to disassemble or install the soft brush 35, which improves the cleanliness of the lens wiping and facilitates use.

[0039] It is understood that this utility model has been described through some embodiments, and those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes or equivalent substitutions can be made to these features and embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Furthermore, under the teachings of this utility model, these features and embodiments can be modified to adapt to specific situations and materials without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, and all embodiments falling within the scope of the claims of this application are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A retractable flame probe mirror cleaning device, characterized by: The support rod (1) has a lifting assembly (2) in its inner cavity. The lifting assembly (2) includes a positioning rod (21). The top of the positioning rod (21) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support rod (1). The inner cavity of the support rod (1) is provided with a first moving rod (22), a second moving rod (23) and a third moving rod (24) from the outside to the inside. The top of the third moving rod (24) is provided with a cleaning assembly (3). The cleaning assembly (3) includes a welding rod (31). The bottom end of the welding rod (31) is installed with the top end of the third moving rod (24).

2. A retractable flame probe mirror cleaning device according to claim 1, wherein: The inner cavity of the support rod (1) is provided with a threaded rod (25), and the top end of the threaded rod (25) extends into the inner cavity of the third moving rod (24).

3. A telescopic flame probe mirror cleaning device according to claim 2, wherein: The outer surface of the threaded rod (25) is threaded with three threaded plates (26), and the tops of the three threaded plates (26) are fixedly connected to the bottoms of the first moving rod (22), the second moving rod (23) and the third moving rod (24), respectively.

4. A telescopic flame probe mirror cleaning device according to claim 3, wherein: The inner cavity of the positioning rod (21) is provided with a connecting rod (27), and the top end of the connecting rod (27) is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the threaded rod (25).

5. A retractable flame probe mirror cleaning device as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The welding rod (31) is provided with a fixing block (32) at one end away from the support rod (1), and a placement plate (33) is fixedly connected to the left side of the fixing block (32).

6. A telescopic flame probe mirror cleaning device according to claim 5, wherein: The inner side of the placement plate (33) is rotatably connected to two rotating rods (34) arranged symmetrically in front and behind, and a soft brush (35) is connected to one end of each rotating rod (34) opposite to the other.

7. A telescopic flame probe mirror cleaning device according to claim 6, wherein: The fixing block (32) has a locking hole (36) on both the front and rear sides, and the welding rod (31) has a fixing plate (37) fixedly connected to the outer surface of both the front and rear sides.

8. A telescopic flame probe mirror cleaning device according to claim 7, wherein: A locking rod (38) is provided through one side of the fixed plate (37), and one end of the locking rod (38) is in contact with the inner cavity of the locking hole (36).

9. A telescopic flame probe mirror cleaning device according to claim 8, wherein: A return spring (39) is fitted on the outer surface of the clamping rod (38), and the two ends of the return spring (39) are fixedly connected to one side of the fixed plate (37) and the outer surface of the welding rod (31), respectively.

10. A retractable flame probe mirror cleaning device as claimed in claim 4, wherein: The outer surface of the connecting rod (27) is coated with a pattern, and a handle is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the connecting rod (27).