Portable gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer

By designing an easy-to-disassemble box and lid, combined with spring roller shutters and side panel assemblies, the inconvenience of using portable GC-MS instruments has been solved, enabling rapid deployment and flexible movement, and improving the convenience of on-site operation.

CN224152430UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-21MACAU UNIV OF SCI & TECH +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
MACAU UNIV OF SCI & TECH
Filing Date
2025-04-03
Publication Date
2026-04-21

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Technical Problem

The box-like packaging design of existing portable GC-MS instruments makes it inconvenient to access the equipment, affecting rapid deployment. In addition, their large size and heavy weight increase the burden of moving them in the field.

Method used

Featuring an easy-to-disassemble box and lid design, combined with spring-loaded roller shutters and side panel assemblies, it forms a cavity for the portable main unit, allowing for quick and easy display and storage. The portable main unit maintains stability during transportation and storage, and provides flexible movement support through a movable base and casters.

Benefits of technology

It improves the rapid deployment capability of instruments, reduces handling operations, enhances the convenience and flexibility of on-site operation, and reduces the user's mobility burden.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a portable gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer, which comprises a box body convenient to disassemble, a box cover and a portable host, the box body convenient to disassemble comprises a movable bottom frame, two spring roller shutters and two side plate assemblies, handles are welded on the left side and the right side of the movable bottom frame, two insertion blocks are arranged on the left side and the right side of the movable bottom frame, and the two insertion blocks are inserted into the box cover. The side plate assembly comprises two vertical rods and a protection plate, lining plates are arranged on the inner sides of the two vertical rods, and guide grooves are formed in the inner sides of the lining plates. According to the portable gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer, the box body convenient to disassemble is arranged and matched with the box cover, the containing cavity can be defined, meanwhile, by means of quick folding of the spring roller blind and quick disassembly of the side plate assembly, the portable host can be quickly exposed, the instrument does not need to be moved and taken, the quick deployment capacity of the instrument is greatly improved, and at the moment, the portable host can be conveniently and quickly deployed. And the arrangement of the movable bottom frame facilitates the user to flexibly move the instrument on site.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of analytical instrument technology, and in particular to a portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry instrument. Background Technology

[0002] Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) is an analytical instrument widely used in chemistry, environment, food, medicine and other fields. It can separate and perform qualitative and quantitative analysis on complex mixtures. Traditional GC-MS instruments are usually bulky and complex in structure, and require a fixed laboratory environment, which makes it difficult to meet the needs of rapid on-site detection. With the continuous advancement of technology, portable GC-MS instruments have also appeared on the market to meet the urgent needs of emergency monitoring, field investigation and other scenarios.

[0003] In the process of realizing this invention, the inventors discovered at least the following problems in the prior art:

[0004] Most portable GC-MS instruments currently on the market adopt a box-type packaging design. On the one hand, the equipment is fixed tightly in the box, which is inconvenient to take out and use, affecting the rapid deployment of the instrument. On the other hand, box-type packaging is usually large in size and heavy, which undoubtedly increases the burden on users in environments that need to be moved on site.

[0005] Therefore, the aforementioned technical problems need to be solved. Utility Model Content

[0006] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model proposes a portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry instrument, which solves the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the basic technical solution proposed by this utility model is as follows:

[0008] A portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) instrument includes a removable case, a lid, and a portable main unit. The lid can be fastened to the top of the removable case and encloses a cavity for mounting the portable main unit.

[0009] The portable case includes a movable base frame for assembling the portable main unit, two spring roller shutters symmetrically distributed and fixedly installed on the front and rear sides of the movable base frame, and two side panel assemblies symmetrically distributed and mounted on the left and right sides of the top of the movable base frame. Handles are welded to both the left and right sides of the movable base frame, and two insertion blocks, arranged front and rear, are provided on both the left and right sides of the movable base frame for inserting the side panel assemblies.

[0010] The side panel assembly includes two uprights and a protective plate covering the outer sides of the two uprights. The inner sides of the two uprights are provided with lining plates, and the inner sides of the lining plates are provided with guide grooves for accommodating the outer side of the spring roller shutter.

[0011] Preferably, the mobile base frame consists of a first frame and four casters respectively mounted at the four corners of the bottom of the first frame. The casters are swivel casters with braking function, which work in conjunction with the first frame to provide support for the flexible movement of the equipment. After reaching the testing position, the operator can use the braking function of the casters to fix the equipment position, ensuring the stability of the equipment during the testing process.

[0012] Preferably, the protective panel consists of two panels hinged together. The operator can fold the entire side panel assembly using the hinges for easy storage after disassembly.

[0013] Preferably, the box lid includes a second frame and a dustproof pad that can cover the second frame. The top of the second frame has a stepped groove for the dustproof pad to be fitted and accommodated. Magnetic blocks are glued to the four corners of the bottom surface of the dustproof pad. The dustproof pad can be magnetically attached to the second frame via the magnetic blocks to assemble the box lid. When the box lid is removed, the dustproof pad can be removed for storage, and the second frame can be directly enclosed and placed on a movable base frame. Figure 7 As shown, this design allows for quick and flexible storage of the lid, saving space.

[0014] Preferably, the device also includes a storage box that can be mounted on top of the mobile base. Both the portable main unit and the storage box have four internally threaded feet arranged in a rectangular array on their bottom surfaces. These feet are locked to the mobile base via fastening screws threaded onto their bottoms. The second frame has slotted holes on its front and rear sides for the fastening screws to pass through. The storage box can store accessories and tools required for testing, as well as side panel assemblies and dustproof mats, improving the practicality of the equipment and the convenience of on-site operation.

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

[0016] The technical solution of this utility model, by setting up a disassembly box body and a box cover, can be enclosed to form a cavity for storing the portable main unit. At the same time, with the help of the quick retraction of the spring roller shutter and the quick disassembly of the side panel assembly, the portable main unit can be quickly exposed without the need for moving the instrument, which greatly improves the rapid deployment capability of the instrument. At this time, the setting of the mobile base frame makes it convenient for users to move the instrument flexibly on site. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembly structure of the easy-to-disassemble box body of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mobile base frame of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the side panel assembly of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the protective plate of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the box lid of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the second frame of this utility model;

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0025] 100. Easy-to-disassemble box body;

[0026] 110. Movable base frame; 120. Spring roller shutter; 130. Side panel assembly; 140. Handle; 150. Insert block;

[0027] 1110, First frame; 1120, Casters; 1130, Strip hole;

[0028] 1310. Upright pole; 1320. Protective plate; 1330. Liner plate; 1340. Guide groove;

[0029] 1321. Hinge; 1322. Panel;

[0030] 200. Box lid;

[0031] 210. Second frame; 220. Dustproof mat; 230. Step groove; 240. Magnetic block;

[0032] 300. Portable main unit;

[0033] 400. Storage box;

[0034] 500, Internal thread foot pads;

[0035] 600. Fastening screws. Detailed Implementation

[0036] 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.

[0037] Please see Figure 1-7 This utility model provides a technical solution: a portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry instrument, including a portable case 100, a cover 200, and a portable main unit 300. The cover 200 can be fastened to the top of the portable case 100 and encloses a cavity for mounting the portable main unit 300. The portable case 100 includes a movable base 110 for mounting the portable main unit 300, two spring roller shutters 120 symmetrically distributed and fixedly installed on the front and rear sides of the movable base 110, and two symmetrically distributed components mounted on the top left of the movable base 110. The side panel assemblies 130 on both the right and left sides, and the movable base frame 110 are each welded with handles 140. The movable base frame 110 is provided with two insert blocks 150 on both the left and right sides, which are distributed in front and back and can be inserted into the side panel assemblies 130. The side panel assembly 130 includes two uprights 1310 and a protective plate 1320 covering the outer side of the two uprights 1310. The inner side of the two uprights 1310 is provided with a liner 1330, and the inner side of the liner 1330 is provided with a guide groove 1340 for the spring roller blind 120 to be pulled outwards.

[0038] Based on the above structural configuration, this portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry instrument consists of a portable case 100, a case cover 200, and a portable main unit 300. In non-use mode, the portable main unit 300 is housed within the cavity formed by the portable case 100 and the case cover 200. The portable case 100 mainly comprises a movable base 110, spring-loaded roller shutters 120, and side panel assemblies 130. These components work together to ensure the stability and protection of the portable main unit 300 during transportation and storage. The movable base 110 serves as a support structure, facilitating flexible movement of the entire instrument on-site. Two spring-loaded roller shutters 120 cover the front and rear of the portable main unit 300 respectively, providing protection and easily opening or closing via a quick retraction operation. The side panel assemblies 130 are inserted into the movable base 110 via inserts 150, facilitating quick assembly and disassembly. Specifically, during operation, when the portable main unit 300 needs to be used, the user first removes the two side panel assemblies 130 from the inserts 150. When the portable unit 300 is removed, the spring-loaded roller shutter 120 automatically retracts and resets, revealing the portable unit 300. Users can then operate the portable unit 300. The user can also flexibly move the instrument using the movable base 110 as needed. After use, the user simply reassembles the portable housing 100 in reverse order and closes the lid 200 to store the portable unit 300. The spring-loaded roller shutter 120 and side panel assembly 130 provide further protection for the portable unit 300. This portable gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer, with its portable housing 100 and lid 200, forms a cavity for storing the portable unit 300. The quick-release spring-loaded roller shutter 120 and side panel assembly 130 allow for rapid exposure of the portable unit 300 without the need for instrument handling, greatly improving the instrument's rapid deployment capability. The movable base 110 also facilitates flexible instrument movement on-site.

[0039] Furthermore, the mobile base 110 consists of a first frame 1110 and four casters 1120 respectively mounted at the four corners of the bottom of the first frame 1110.

[0040] Furthermore, the protective panel 1320 consists of two plates 1322 hinged together by a hinge 1321.

[0041] Furthermore, the lid 200 includes a second frame 210 and a dustproof pad 220 that can be covered on the second frame 210. The top of the second frame 210 is provided with a stepped groove 230 that can accommodate the dustproof pad 220. Magnetic blocks 240 are glued to the four corners of the bottom surface of the dustproof pad 220.

[0042] Furthermore, it also includes a storage box 400 that can be mounted on the top of the mobile base 110. The bottom surfaces of both the portable host 300 and the storage box 400 are provided with four internally threaded feet 500 arranged in a rectangular array. The internally threaded feet 500 are locked to the mobile base 110 by fastening screws 600 threaded to their bottom. The front and rear sides of the second frame 210 are provided with strip holes 1130 through which the fastening screws 600 can be adapted and passed.

[0043] Based on the disclosure and teachings of the above specification, those skilled in the art can make changes and modifications to the above embodiments. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed and described above, and some modifications and changes to this utility model should also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model. Furthermore, although some specific terms are used in this specification, these terms are only for convenience of explanation and do not constitute any limitation on this utility model.

Claims

1. A portable gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer, comprising a removable case (100), a cover (200), and a portable host (300), wherein the cover (200) can be fastened to the top of the removable case (100) and encloses to form a receiving cavity for the portable host (300) to be installed; characterized in that The portable box body (100) includes a movable base frame (110) for mounting a portable host (300), two spring roller shutters (120) symmetrically distributed and fixedly installed on the front and rear sides of the movable base frame (110), and two side panel assemblies (130) symmetrically distributed and mounted on the left and right sides of the top of the movable base frame (110). The movable base frame (110) is provided with handles (140) on the left and right sides. The movable base frame (110) is provided with two inserts (150) distributed in front and rear on the left and right sides for inserting the side panel assemblies (130). The side panel assembly (130) includes two uprights (1310) and a protective plate (1320) covering the outer side of the two uprights (1310). The inner side of each of the two uprights (1310) is provided with a liner (1330), and the inner side of the liner (1330) is provided with a guide groove (1340) for accommodating the outer side of the spring roller blind (120).

2. The portable GC-MS according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mobile base (110) consists of a first frame (1110) and four casters (1120) respectively mounted at the four corners of the bottom of the first frame (1110).

3. The portable GC-MS according to claim 1, wherein: The protective panel (1320) consists of two plates (1322) hinged together by a hinge (1321).

4. The portable GC-MS according to claim 1, wherein: The lid (200) includes a second frame (210) and a dustproof pad (220) that can be covered on the second frame (210). The top of the second frame (210) is provided with a stepped groove (230) that can accommodate the dustproof pad (220). Magnetic blocks (240) are glued to the four corners of the bottom surface of the dustproof pad (220).

5. The portable GC-MS instrument of claim 4, wherein: It also includes a storage box (400) that can be mounted on the top of the mobile base (110). The bottom surfaces of the portable host (300) and the storage box (400) are provided with four internally threaded feet (500) arranged in a rectangular array. The internally threaded feet (500) are locked to the mobile base (110) by fastening screws (600) threaded to their bottom. The front and rear sides of the second frame (210) are provided with strip holes (1130) through which the fastening screws (600) can be adapted and passed.