PH meter fixing support for movable fermentation device

By designing a tiltable and rotatable pH meter mounting bracket, the problem of single measurement point in traditional mounting brackets is solved, enabling multi-angle measurement within the fermentation vessel, improving measurement accuracy and control precision of the fermentation process, and extending equipment life.

CN224135510UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17YANGTZE NORMAL UNIVERSITY
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
YANGTZE NORMAL UNIVERSITY
Filing Date
2025-04-29
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

Traditional mobile fermentation devices use vertically fixed pH meter brackets, resulting in a single measurement point. This makes it difficult to adapt to uneven material distribution within the fermentation container, leading to inaccurate pH measurements and affecting fermentation efficiency and product quality.

Method used

A pH meter mounting bracket was designed, comprising a fixing frame, an adjustment mechanism, a clamp, a positioning plate, and protective components. Through the cooperation of the rotating column and the connecting plate, the pH meter can be tilted and rotated, enabling measurements to be taken at different positions inside the fermentation vessel. The protective components reduce dust accumulation and extend the equipment's lifespan.

Benefits of technology

This technology enables multi-angle pH measurement within the fermentation vessel, improving measurement accuracy and fermentation process control precision, reducing equipment failures and maintenance frequency, and enhancing fermentation efficiency and product quality.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of PH meter fixing supports, and discloses a PH meter fixing support for a movable fermentation device, which comprises a fixing frame, and an adjusting mechanism is arranged on the inner wall of the left side of the fixing frame; the adjusting mechanism comprises a rotating column rotationally connected to the inner wall of the left side of the fixing frame, a connecting plate is fixedly connected to the left end of the rotating column, a hoop is fixedly connected to the left end of the connecting plate, a positioning plate is hinged to the upper portion of the left side of the fixing frame, and multiple sets of square grooves are formed in the outer wall of the connecting plate. A reset assembly is arranged on the inner wall of the positioning plate, and a protection assembly is arranged at the top of the positioning plate. According to the utility model, the bracket can conveniently realize inclined rotation of the PH meter, so that the limitation of traditional vertical measurement is broken through, the PH meter can go deep into the side edge of a fermentation container and positions with different heights and angles to collect the PH value of an environment area with non-uniform material distribution, and the problems of low fermentation efficiency, unstable product quality and the like caused by measurement deviation are avoided.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pH meter mounting bracket technology, and in particular to a pH meter mounting bracket for a mobile fermentation device. Background Technology

[0002] A pH meter is an instrument used to measure the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. It forms a chemical cell with the solution being measured through a pair of electrodes (usually a glass electrode and a reference electrode). Since solutions with different acidity or alkalinity have different potential differences, the pH meter can convert this potential difference into the corresponding pH value and display it on the screen, thereby accurately measuring the acidity or alkalinity of the solution.

[0003] During fermentation in a fermenter, the pH value of the solution changes constantly due to factors such as the metabolic activities of microorganisms and the consumption of nutrients. Fixing a pH meter on a mobile fermenter allows for real-time monitoring of the pH value of the fermentation liquid, enabling operators to understand the fermentation process promptly and take appropriate measures when abnormal pH changes occur, such as adjusting fermentation conditions or adding acid-base regulators, to ensure the stability of the fermentation process and product quality.

[0004] However, traditional mobile fermentation devices are equipped with pH meter mounting brackets that are mostly vertically fixed, resulting in a single measurement point. This makes it difficult to adapt to the complex situation of uneven material distribution within the fermentation vessel. When there are phenomena such as concentration stratification or local accumulation of metabolites in the fermentation broth, the pH value obtained by vertical measurement can only reflect the local situation and cannot accurately show the acidity and alkalinity changes in different areas. This makes it difficult for operators to fully grasp the fermentation process, affecting the precise control of the fermentation process, and may lead to problems such as low fermentation efficiency and unstable product quality. Therefore, a pH meter mounting bracket for mobile fermentation devices is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a pH meter fixing bracket for a mobile fermentation device, which aims to improve the problem that existing pH meter fixing brackets are mostly vertically fixed, have a single measurement point, and are difficult to adapt to fermentation environments with uneven material distribution.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a pH meter fixing bracket for a mobile fermentation device, comprising a fixing frame, wherein an adjustment mechanism is provided on the left inner wall of the fixing frame;

[0007] The adjustment mechanism includes a rotating column rotatably connected to the inner wall of the left side of the fixed frame. A connecting plate is fixedly connected to the left end of the rotating column, and a clamp is fixedly connected to the left end of the connecting plate. A positioning plate is hinged to the upper left side of the fixed frame. Multiple square grooves are opened on the outer wall of the connecting plate. A reset component is provided on the inner wall of the positioning plate, and a protective component is provided on the top of the positioning plate.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0009] The reset assembly includes a connecting spring, one end of which is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the positioning plate, and the other end of which is fixedly connected to a limiting plate. The inner wall of the square groove has an insertion slot, and the bottom outer wall of the limiting plate is inserted into the inner wall of the insertion slot.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0011] The outer wall of the limiting plate is slidably connected to the inner wall of the positioning plate.

[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0013] The rotating column has a T-shaped cross-section.

[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0015] The inner surface of the square groove is larger than the left outer wall of the positioning plate.

[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0017] The protective component includes a support plate, and two sets of limiting plates are provided. The two sets of limiting plates are symmetrically arranged around the center line of the positioning plate. The rear end of the support plate is fixedly connected to the front end of the left limiting plate, and the top end of the right limiting plate is fixedly connected to a receiving plate.

[0018] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0019] The inner wall of the receiving plate has a receiving groove, and the inner surface of the receiving groove matches the outer wall of the support plate.

[0020] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0021] A rubber pad is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support plate, and the outer wall of the rubber pad is in contact with the inner wall of the receiving groove.

[0022] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0023] 1. In this utility model, through the cooperation between the fixed frame, clamp and adjustment mechanism and other structures, the bracket can easily realize the tilting and rotation of the pH meter, breaking through the limitations of traditional vertical measurement, so that the pH meter can be inserted into the side of the fermentation container and at different heights and angles to collect the pH value of the environmental area with uneven material distribution, avoiding problems such as low fermentation efficiency and unstable product quality caused by measurement deviation.

[0024] 2. In this utility model, by the mutual cooperation between the protective components and other structures, the malfunctions such as jamming and wear caused by dust accumulation in the reset component are reduced, thereby extending the service life of the equipment and reducing the maintenance frequency and cost. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a pH meter fixing bracket for a mobile fermentation device proposed in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled frame and rotating column of a pH meter fixing bracket for a mobile fermentation device proposed in this utility model.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional internal schematic diagram of the positioning plate of the pH meter fixing bracket for a mobile fermentation device proposed in this utility model.

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled rubber pad and its receiving plate of a pH meter fixing bracket for a mobile fermentation device proposed in this utility model.

[0029] Legend:

[0030] 1. Fixing frame; 2. Clamp; 3. Adjustment mechanism; 301. Rotating column; 302. Connecting plate; 303. Insertion slot; 304. Positioning plate; 305. Reset assembly; 3051. Limiting plate; 3052. Connecting spring; 4. Protective assembly; 401. Support plate; 402. Rubber pad; 403. Receiving plate. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0032] Reference Figures 1-2 This utility model provides an embodiment of a pH meter mounting bracket for a mobile fermentation device, including a mounting frame 1. An adjustment mechanism 3 is provided on the inner left side of the mounting frame 1. The mounting frame 1 can be installed on the fermentation device by bolts. This is prior art and will not be explained in detail here. The setting of the adjustment mechanism 3 allows the pH meter to be tilted and rotated for insertion. The tilted insertion side measurement can widen the measurement point range, allowing the pH meter to be close to the material in different positions in the fermentation container, accurately monitoring the pH value changes in each area when the material is uneven, and enriching the data to help accurately control the fermentation process.

[0033] Reference Figures 2-3 The adjusting mechanism 3 includes a rotating column 301 rotatably connected to the inner wall of the left side of the fixed frame 1. A connecting plate 302 is fixedly connected to the left end of the rotating column 301. The rotation of the rotating column 301 causes the connecting plate 302 to rotate. A clamp 2 is fixedly connected to the left end of the connecting plate 302. The tightness of the clamp 2 can be adjusted. When loosened, the pH meter can be moved up and down. When tightened, the pH meter can be fixed. A positioning plate 304 is hinged to the upper left side of the fixed frame 1. Multiple sets of square grooves are opened on the outer wall of the connecting plate 302. The positioning plate 304 can rotate to achieve the purpose of pre-positioning in conjunction with the square grooves. A reset component 305 is provided on the inner wall of the positioning plate 304. The positioning plate 304 can be fixed by the reset component 305. A protective component 4 is provided on the top of the positioning plate 304. The protective component 4 can protect the reset component 305, thereby improving the overall service life.

[0034] Reference Figures 2-3 The reset assembly 305 includes a connecting spring 3052. One end of the connecting spring 3052 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the positioning plate 304, and the other end of the connecting spring 3052 is fixedly connected to a limiting plate 3051. The elasticity of the connecting spring 3052 enables the limiting plate 3051 to have the functions of reset and limiting. The limiting plate 3051 is L-shaped, and the inner wall of the square groove is provided with an insertion groove 303. The bottom outer wall of the limiting plate 3051 is inserted into the inner wall of the insertion groove 303. The two are inserted to avoid positioning. The plate 304 rotates, thereby fixing the positioning plate 304. The outer wall of the limiting plate 3051 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the positioning plate 304. The sliding setting avoids motion interference. A sliding groove is opened on the top of the positioning plate 304. The inner wall of the sliding groove matches the limiting plate 3051. The cross-section of the rotating column 301 is T-shaped. The T-shape setting prevents the rotating column 301 from falling off during rotation. The inner surface of the square groove is larger than the left outer wall of the positioning plate 304. The larger setting facilitates the pre-positioning of the positioning plate 304.

[0035] Reference Figures 2-4The protective component 4 includes a support plate 401 and two sets of limiting plates 3051. The two sets of limiting plates 3051 are symmetrically arranged around the center line of the positioning plate 304. The arrangement of the two sets of limiting plates 3051 serves to prevent accidental contact. During use, the two sets of limiting plates 3051 must be pinched towards the center. The rear end of the support plate 401 is fixedly connected to the front end of the left limiting plate 3051, and the top end of the right limiting plate 3051 is fixedly connected to a receiving plate 403. The arrangement of the support plate 401 and the receiving plate 403 further... To prevent dust from entering the inner surface of the slide, thereby reducing dust adhesion to the surface of the connecting spring 3052, the inner wall of the receiving plate 403 has a receiving groove, and the inner surface of the receiving groove matches the outer wall of the support plate 401. The matching of the two ensures that there is no movement interference when the two sets of limiting plates 3051 move towards the middle. A rubber pad 402 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support plate 401. The outer wall of the rubber pad 402 contacts the inner wall of the receiving groove, and the setting of the rubber pad 402 can provide a certain degree of sealing.

[0036] Working principle: The fixed frame 1 is installed on the mobile fermentation device by bolts, providing a stable foundation for the entire support. At this time, the clamp 2 is in the loosened state, and the pH meter can be placed in the clamp 2. Then, the clamp 2 is adjusted to clamp the pH meter, completing the installation and fixing of the pH meter. Under the action of the connecting spring 3052, the positioning plate 304 is fixed by the limit plate 3051 inserted into the insertion slot 303 in the square groove of the connecting plate 302, so that the connecting plate 302 and the pH meter are in the initial position. The support plate 401 of the protective component 4 cooperates with the receiving plate 403, and the rubber pad 402 contacts the inner wall of the receiving groove, effectively preventing dust from entering the reset component 305 and ensuring its normal operation.

[0037] When the pH meter needs to be tilted and inserted to the side for measurement, the operator simultaneously squeezes both sets of limiting plates 3051 to move them towards the center, overcoming the elastic force of the connecting spring 3052, causing the limiting plates 3051 to disengage from the insertion slot 303, thus releasing the fixation on the positioning plate 304. At this time, the positioning plate 304 can rotate around the hinge point out of the inner surface of the square groove, no longer restricting the connecting plate 302. The operator manually rotates the rotating column 301, causing the connecting plate 302, clamp 2, and pH meter to tilt and rotate together. According to the measurement requirements, after rotating the pH meter to a suitable tilt angle, the positioning plate 304 is rotated to the inner surface of the square groove, the limiting plates 3051 are released, the connecting spring 3052 returns to its deformation, and the positioning plate 304 is fixed again, thereby stabilizing the pH meter at the tilt angle. Then, the clamp 2 is loosened to move the pH meter, thereby widening the measurement point range and allowing measurement closer to different locations of materials in the fermentation container.

[0038] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A mobile fermentation device with a pH meter fixed support, comprising a fixed frame (1), characterized in that: An adjustment mechanism (3) is provided on the inner left side of the fixing frame (1); The adjustment mechanism (3) includes a rotating column (301) rotatably connected to the inner wall of the left side of the fixed frame (1). A connecting plate (302) is fixedly connected to the left end of the rotating column (301). A clamp (2) is fixedly connected to the left end of the connecting plate (302). A positioning plate (304) is hinged to the upper left side of the fixed frame (1). Multiple square grooves are opened on the outer wall of the connecting plate (302). A reset component (305) is provided on the inner wall of the positioning plate (304). A protective component (4) is provided on the top of the positioning plate (304).

2. The PH meter fixing support for mobile fermentation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reset assembly (305) includes a connecting spring (3052), one end of which is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the positioning plate (304), and the other end of which is fixedly connected to a limiting plate (3051). The inner wall of the square groove is provided with an insertion groove (303), and the bottom outer wall of the limiting plate (3051) is inserted into the inner wall of the insertion groove (303).

3. The PH meter fixing support for mobile fermentation device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer wall of the limiting plate (3051) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the positioning plate (304).

4. The PH meter fixing support for mobile fermentation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-section of the rotating column (301) is T-shaped.

5. The PH meter fixing support for mobile fermentation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner surface of the square groove is larger than the left outer wall of the positioning plate (304).

6. The PH meter fixing support for mobile fermentation device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The protective component (4) includes a support plate (401), and two sets of limiting plates (3051) are provided. The two sets of limiting plates (3051) are symmetrically arranged with respect to the center line of the positioning plate (304). The rear end of the support plate (401) is fixedly connected to the front end of the left limiting plate (3051), and the top end of the right limiting plate (3051) is fixedly connected to a receiving plate (403).

7. The PH meter fixing support for mobile fermentation device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The inner wall of the receiving plate (403) has a receiving groove, and the inner surface of the receiving groove matches the outer wall of the support plate (401).

8. The PH meter fixing support for mobile fermentation device according to claim 6, characterized in that: A rubber pad (402) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support plate (401), and the outer wall of the rubber pad (402) is in contact with the inner wall of the receiving groove.