Cryopreservation tube sorting device
By designing a cryopreservation tube sorting device, which combines sorting holes and push plate structures, the problems of low efficiency and insufficient safety in traditional cryopreservation tube sorting methods have been solved, achieving efficient, safe, and low-cost automated sorting.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI CELL THERAPY GROUP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-21
AI Technical Summary
Traditional cryopreservation tube sorting methods rely on manual operation, which is inefficient and lacks safety. Furthermore, existing automated or semi-automated equipment is complex and costly, making it unsuitable for all research institutions and laboratories.
A cryogenic tube sorting device was designed, comprising a base frame, sorting box, push plate, chute, thrust seat, fixed seat, and locking component. Through the ingenious combination of sorting holes and push plate, the cryogenic tubes are sorted automatically, ensuring sorting accuracy and efficiency. The U-shaped design of the base frame and the anti-slip pads improve the stability and safety of the device.
It simplifies the sorting process, improves sorting efficiency and accuracy, reduces costs, is suitable for diverse sorting needs, and ensures the safety of user operations and the stability of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of biological experimental equipment technology, and in particular relates to a cryopreservation tube sorting device. Background Technology
[0002] In scientific research fields such as biomedicine, genetic engineering, and cell culture, cryovials are crucial containers for storing biological samples (such as cells, tissues, and serum), and their storage and management are of paramount importance.
[0003] Traditional cryopreservation tube sorting methods mostly rely on manual operation, which has certain shortcomings in terms of timeliness and sample safety. In order to improve the efficiency and safety of cryopreservation tube sorting, some automated or semi-automated sorting equipment has gradually emerged in the market. However, these devices are often complex in structure and expensive, and are not suitable for the budget and space constraints of all research institutions and laboratories. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the problems existing in the prior art by providing a cryopreservation tube sorting device.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the utility model employs the following technical solution: a cryopreservation tube sorting device, comprising a base frame, a sorting box mounted on the base frame, a plurality of sorting holes for sorting the cryopreservation tubes being opened on the bottom wall of the sorting box, a push plate being provided between the base frame and the sorting box, sliding grooves being opened on both sides of the base frame, and thrust seats located in a pair of sliding grooves being installed at both ends of the push plate, and fixed seats opposite to the thrust seats being installed on the side walls of both sides of the base frame, with locking elements provided between the fixed seats and the thrust seats.
[0006] By adopting the above technical solution, this claim describes the basic structure of a cryopreservation tube sorting device, including a base frame; a sorting box; a sorting hole; a push plate; a chute; a push seat; a fixing seat and a locking component. This design allows users to sort cryopreservation tubes through the sorting hole on the sorting box. After sorting, the sorted cryopreservation tubes can be pushed up by the push plate. This design not only simplifies the sorting process but also greatly improves sorting efficiency.
[0007] Optionally, the base frame is U-shaped, and an anti-slip pad is installed on the lower end surface of the base frame.
[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the base frame is designed in a "U" shape. This shape not only provides a stable support structure, but also helps to enhance the overall stability of the device. In addition, anti-slip pads are installed on the lower end face of the base frame. This design effectively prevents the device from sliding during operation, ensuring the safety and stability of the user during operation.
[0009] Optionally, a plurality of the sorting holes are equidistantly distributed, wherein the upper part of the sorting hole is frustum-shaped and the lower part is cylindrical.
[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the design of the sorting hole allows upright cryopreservation tubes to pass through, while inverted cryopreservation tubes cannot pass through. This facilitates the insertion of cryopreservation tubes, ensures sorting accuracy, and greatly improves sorting efficiency and quality.
[0011] Optionally, a sliding column is installed on the side wall of the thrust seat, and a threaded column is installed at the end of the sliding column away from the thrust seat. The threaded column is connected to the push plate, and the sliding column is located inside the slide groove.
[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, through the ingenious connection of the sliding column and the threaded column, the push plate can move stably along the chute, which not only improves the smoothness of the sorting operation, but also extends the service life of the device.
[0013] Optionally, a sponge pad is installed on the lower end face of the thrust seat.
[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the addition of the sponge pad improves the user experience and makes the push seat more comfortable to use.
[0015] Optionally, the locking element includes an iron plate mounted on the upper surface of the thrust seat, and a magnet is mounted on the side of the fixing seat opposite to the thrust seat.
[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, when the push plate moves to the desired position, the iron sheet attracts the magnet, thereby fixing the position of the push plate, freeing the user's hands and improving the practicality of the device.
[0017] Optionally, the locking component includes a pair of U-shaped mounting seats, each of the sidewalls of the pair of U-shaped mounting seats having a sliding hole, a locking rod being connected to the inner side of each of the pair of sliding holes, a connecting spring being installed between the locking rod and the sidewall of the U-shaped mounting seat, and a locking groove being provided on the side of the thrust seat near the locking rod.
[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, a combination of a U-shaped mounting base, a sliding hole, a locking rod, and a connecting spring is used. Under the action of the spring, the locking rod can automatically engage with the locking groove of the push plate, thereby fixing the position of the push plate. The design of multiple locking components allows users to choose according to their needs, making the device versatile.
[0019] Optionally, a partition is installed inside the sorting box, and a plurality of screening holes are opened on the surface of the partition. Sliding seats are respectively installed at the two ends of the partition away from the base frame, and a pair of sliding grooves for directional movement of the sliding seats are respectively opened on the side walls at both ends of the sorting box.
[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, a partition is installed inside the sorting box, and several screening holes are opened on the partition. The horizontally placed cryovials and the vertically placed cryovials in the sorting box can be screened. When it is necessary to separate the horizontally placed cryovials from the vertically placed cryovials, the partition can be moved to allow the horizontally placed cryovials to move up through the partition, while the vertically placed cryovials remain in place, thus improving the screening effect for users.
[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0022] 1. This cryopreservation tube sorting device, through its ingeniously designed sorting holes and push plate structure, enables users to easily and accurately sort cryopreservation tubes. The special design of the sorting holes ensures that only cryopreservation tubes that meet specific conditions (such as being upright rather than upside down) can pass through, greatly improving sorting accuracy. At the same time, the design of the push plate allows the cryopreservation tubes to be quickly pushed up after sorting, simplifying the sorting process and improving overall efficiency.
[0023] 2. The base frame adopts a "U" shape design, which not only provides stable support but also enhances the overall stability of the device. The addition of anti-slip pads further prevents the device from sliding during operation, ensuring the safety of users. In addition, the design of the locking mechanism allows the push plate to be firmly fixed after it is moved to the desired position. After the push plate is fixed, the frozen tubes in the sorting box can be easily removed.
[0024] 3. The design of the internal partitions and sieving holes of the sorting box enables the device to meet diverse sorting needs. Users can easily separate the horizontally placed cryovials from the vertically placed cryovials by moving the partitions, thus improving the sorting effect.
[0025] 4. Compared with the complex and expensive automated or semi-automated sorting equipment on the market, this utility model cryopreservation tube sorting device has a simple design, is easy to manufacture and maintain, greatly reduces costs, and can sort batches of cryopreservation tubes at the same time. Compared with manual sorting, it is more efficient and more conducive to the safety of samples and personnel. Attached Figure Description
[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the sorting device of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the sorting box of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the thrust plate of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the U-shaped mounting base and the base frame of this utility model;
[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional connection structure between the partition and the sorting box of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the partition of this utility model.
[0032] In the diagram: 1. Base frame; 101. Anti-slip mat; 2. Sorting box; 201. Partition; 202. Screening hole; 203. Sliding seat; 204. Sliding groove; 3. Sorting hole; 4. Push plate; 5. Sliding groove; 6. Thrust seat; 601. Sliding column; 602. Threaded column; 603. Sponge pad; 7. Fixed seat; 8. Locking component; 81. Iron sheet; 82. Magnet; 83. U-shaped mounting seat; 84. Sliding hole; 85. Locking rod; 86. Connecting spring; 87. Locking groove; 9. Freezing tube. Detailed Implementation
[0033] The technical solution of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. 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.
[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "middle," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "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 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 this utility model.
[0035] like Figure 1 As shown in Figure 3, the specific solution of the embodiment is as follows: A cryopreservation tube sorting device includes a base frame 1, which is U-shaped. The U-shaped design of the base frame 1 provides a stable support foundation, which helps to enhance the stability and load-bearing capacity of the entire device. An anti-slip pad 101 is installed on the lower end surface of the base frame 1. The anti-slip pad 101 installed on the lower end surface of the base frame 1 effectively prevents the device from sliding during operation, ensuring the safety and stability of the user during operation.
[0036] The sorting box 2 is installed on the base frame 1. The bottom wall of the sorting box 2 has a plurality of sorting holes 3 for sorting the cryopreservation tubes 9. The sorting holes 3 are equidistantly distributed. The upper part of the sorting hole 3 is frustum-shaped and the lower part is cylindrical. The sorting box 2 has a plurality of sorting holes 3. These holes are equidistantly distributed and designed to allow cryopreservation tubes 9 of a certain type or size to pass through. The upper part of the sorting hole 3 is frustum-shaped to facilitate the insertion of cryopreservation tubes 9, and the lower part is cylindrical to ensure the accuracy of sorting. This design allows only cryopreservation tubes 9 that meet specific conditions, such as being upright rather than upside down, to pass through, thereby achieving effective sorting of cryopreservation tubes 9.
[0037] A push plate 4 is provided between the base frame 1 and the sorting box 2. The push plate 4 is located between the base frame 1 and the sorting box 2 and is used to push the sorted frozen tubes 9 upward after sorting. This design simplifies the sorting process and improves sorting efficiency. The base frame 1 has a sliding groove 5 on both sides. The push plate 4 has a push seat 6 installed at both ends, which are located in a pair of sliding grooves 5. A sliding column 601 is installed on the side wall of the push seat 6. A threaded column 602 is installed at the end of the sliding column 601 away from the push seat 6. The threaded column 602 is connected to the push plate 4. The sliding column 601 is located inside the sliding groove 5. A sponge pad 603 is installed on the lower end face of the push seat 6. The cooperation between the sliding groove 5 and the sliding column 601 allows the push plate 4 to move stably along the sliding groove 5, which not only improves the smoothness of the sorting operation but also extends the service life of the device. At the same time, the design of the threaded column 602 allows the push plate 4 to be disassembled.
[0038] The base frame 1 has fixed seats 7 installed on the side walls on both sides, which are opposite to the push seat 6. A locking member 8 is provided between the fixed seat 7 and the push seat 6. The locking member 8 includes an iron plate 81 installed on the upper surface of the push seat 6. A magnet 82 is installed on the side of the fixed seat 7 opposite to the push seat 6. When the push plate 4 moves to the desired position, the iron plate 81 and the magnet 82 attract each other, thereby fixing the position of the push plate 4, freeing the user's hands and improving the practicality of the device.
[0039] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the locking member 8 includes a pair of U-shaped mounting seats 83, each of the side walls of the pair of U-shaped mounting seats 83 having a sliding hole 84, and a locking rod 85 connected to the inner side of each of the pair of sliding holes 84. A connecting spring 86 is installed between the locking rod 85 and the side wall of the U-shaped mounting seat 83, and a locking groove 87 is provided on the side of the thrust seat 6 near the locking rod 85.
[0040] The U-shaped mounting base 83, sliding hole 84, locking rod 85 and connecting spring 86 are combined to form another type of locking element 8. Under the action of the spring, the locking rod 85 can automatically engage in the locking groove 87 of the push seat 6, thereby fixing the position of the push plate 4. This design provides additional stability and security, and also makes the unlocking operation more convenient.
[0041] like Figure 5-6 As shown, in some embodiments, a partition 201 is installed inside the sorting box 2. The surface of the partition 201 has several screening holes 202. The design of these holes allows cryopreservation tubes 9 of a specific type or size to pass through. By moving the partition 201, the user can screen the cryopreservation tubes 9 placed horizontally and those placed vertically in the sorting box 2. This design not only improves the flexibility of sorting but also makes the sorting process more efficient and accurate. Sliding seats 203 are installed at both ends of the partition 201 away from the base frame 1. A pair of sliding grooves 204 for the directional movement of the sliding seats 203 are respectively opened on the side walls at both ends of the sorting box 2. These sliding grooves 204 provide a directional movement path for the sliding seats 203. This design ensures the stable and smooth movement of the partition 201 within the sorting box 2, thereby improving the accuracy and efficiency of sorting.
[0042] The operation steps of the above embodiment are as follows:
[0043] Pour the cryopreservation tubes 9 to be sorted into the sorting box 2 and shake the sorting box 2. Some cryopreservation tubes 9 will be inserted into the sorting hole 3 by shaking and keeping them upright.
[0044] Operators clean the inverted and horizontally placed cryovials 9 remaining on the surface of sorting box 2. These cryovials 9 cannot pass through the sorting hole 3 because they do not conform to its design, and therefore need to be cleaned manually.
[0045] After cleaning, the operator pulls up the push seats 6 on both sides. With the cooperation of the sliding column 601 and the sliding groove 5, the push plate 4 moves upward and pushes the sorted frozen tubes 9 upward, so that they are separated from the sorting hole 3.
[0046] When the push plate 4 moves to the desired position, the iron plate 81 on the push seat 6 attracts the magnet 82 on the fixed seat 7, locking the position of the push plate 4.
[0047] The operator takes out the sorted cryopreservation tubes 9 from the sorting box 2 for subsequent storage or processing;
[0048] After removing the cryopreservation tube 9, the operator resets the push plate 4 using the control device, preparing for the next round of sorting operations.
[0049] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A cryogenic tube sorting device, characterized by, The system includes a base frame on which a sorting box is mounted. The bottom wall of the sorting box has several sorting holes for sorting the cryopreservation tubes. A push plate is provided between the base frame and the sorting box. Slide grooves are provided on both sides of the base frame. Push seats located in a pair of slide grooves are installed at both ends of the push plate. Fixed seats opposite to the push seats are installed on the side walls of both sides of the base frame. A locking element is provided between the fixed seat and the push seat.
2. A cryotube sorting device according to claim 1, wherein: The base frame is U-shaped, and an anti-slip pad is installed on the lower end surface of the base frame.
3. A cryotube sorting device according to claim 1, wherein: The sorting holes are evenly distributed, with the upper part of each sorting hole being frustum-shaped and the lower part being cylindrical.
4. A cryotube sorting device according to claim 1, wherein: A sliding column is installed on the side wall of the thrust seat. A threaded column is installed at the end of the sliding column away from the thrust seat. The threaded column is connected to the push plate. The sliding column is located inside the sliding groove.
5. A cryotube sorting device according to claim 1, wherein: A sponge pad is installed on the lower end face of the thrust seat.
6. A cryotube sorting device according to claim 1, wherein: The locking element includes an iron plate mounted on the upper surface of the thrust base, and a magnet is mounted on the side of the fixing base opposite to the thrust base.
7. A cryotube sorting device according to claim 1, wherein: The locking component includes a pair of U-shaped mounting seats, each with a sliding hole on its sidewall. A locking rod is connected to the inner side of each sliding hole. A connecting spring is installed between the locking rod and the sidewall of the U-shaped mounting seat. A locking groove is provided on the side of the thrust seat near the locking rod.
8. A cryotube sorting device according to claim 1, wherein: The sorting box is equipped with a partition, and the surface of the partition has several screening holes. Sliding seats are installed at both ends of the partition away from the base frame. A pair of sliding grooves for the directional movement of the sliding seats are respectively opened on the side walls at both ends of the sorting box.