Comb type tobacco clamp with lock catch in middle

By designing a locking assembly in the middle of the tobacco clamp, and utilizing the cooperation of the locking shaft and the return elastic element, the problem of uneven drying and fire risk caused by loose tobacco leaves is solved, thus achieving stable clamping and uniform drying of tobacco leaves.

CN224179129UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01YUNNAN HAOXIANG AGRI TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
YUNNAN HAOXIANG AGRI TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-03-24
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

Existing tobacco clips, due to the force applied during use, tend to loosen in the middle when the tobacco leaves are dried to a certain extent, resulting in poor drying effect and even the possibility of falling tobacco leaves being sucked into the heating chamber and causing a fire.

Method used

A comb-type tobacco clip with a central locking buckle was designed. It employs a locking shaft and a locking assembly. The locking assembly can maintain a locked state without external force. Through the cooperation of the return elastic element and the positioning shaft, it is ensured that the locking shaft can still clamp the tobacco leaf when the thickness of the tobacco leaf changes.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents tobacco leaves from loosening, ensures the stability of the tobacco leaves during the drying process, improves the drying effect and safety, and avoids the risk of fire.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of tobacco clamps, in particular to a comb type tobacco clamp with a lock catch in the middle, which comprises a first cross beam and a second cross beam, the first end of the locking shaft is connected with the first cross beam; the lock catch assembly is arranged on the second cross beam, the lock catch assembly is used for allowing the locking shaft to be inserted, the lock catch assembly and the locking shaft can be switched between a locking state and a loosening state, and the locking shaft and the lock catch assembly can be locked all the time under the condition that no external force exists. According to the comb type tobacco clamp with the lock catch in the middle, the lock catch assembly is used for the locking shaft to be inserted, the lock catch assembly and the locking shaft can be switched between the locking state and the loosening state, the locking shaft and the lock catch assembly can be locked all the time without external force, and when tobacco leaves are dried to a certain degree, even if the tobacco leaves are thinned, the tobacco leaves can not be damaged. The locking shaft can also be locked with the lock catch assembly so as to clamp the tobacco leaves all the time, and the drying effect is ensured.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cigarette clip technology, and in particular provides a comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle. Background Technology

[0002] A tobacco clip is a tool used to hold tobacco leaves. It typically consists of two clamping plates connected by a device. The clamping plates are usually made of wood or plastic with a smooth surface to avoid damaging the tobacco leaves. When using a tobacco clip, the harvested tobacco leaves are first bundled together. Then, the bundle is placed between the two clamping plates. By tightening bolts or adjusting springs, the plates firmly hold the bundle of tobacco leaves, ensuring that the leaves remain neat and tidy during processing such as baking and drying, facilitating operation and management.

[0003] In existing technologies, most cigarette clips only have locking buckles at both ends. However, due to the force applied during use, when the tobacco leaves are dried to a certain extent, the tobacco leaves in the middle of the cigarette clip will fall off and accumulate, resulting in poor drying effect. In some cases, the fallen tobacco leaves may even be sucked into the heating chamber, causing a fire. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides a comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking mechanism and a CNC machining center, which solves the problem in the prior art where the central part of the cigarette clip is prone to loosening, resulting in poor drying effect and even the possibility of fallen tobacco leaves being drawn into the heating chamber and causing a fire.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] This utility model provides a comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle, comprising:

[0007] The first and second crossbeams are set relative to each other;

[0008] A locking shaft, the first end of which is connected to the first crossbeam;

[0009] A locking assembly is disposed on the second crossbeam, and the locking assembly is inserted into the locking shaft. The locking assembly and the locking shaft can switch between a locked state and a released state, and the locking shaft can always be locked with the locking assembly without external force.

[0010] According to the present invention, a comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking buckle is provided, wherein the locking buckle assembly includes:

[0011] Snap-on jacket, hollow inside;

[0012] A return elastic element is disposed inside the buckle sleeve; and the return elastic element deforms along the length direction of the buckle sleeve.

[0013] The positioning shaft abuts against the top of the return elastic element on its bottom side;

[0014] Pressing the sleeve can act on the return elastic element;

[0015] When a force is applied to the pressing sleeve, the locking shaft and the positioning shaft are in the loosened state; after the force is released, the locking shaft and the positioning shaft are in the locked state under the action of the return elastic element.

[0016] According to the present invention, a comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle is provided, wherein the return spring is a compression spring.

[0017] According to the present invention, a comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking buckle is provided, wherein the locking buckle outer sleeve is a hollow cylinder.

[0018] According to the present invention, a comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle is provided, wherein the axis of the positioning shaft is perpendicular to the deformation direction of the return elastic element.

[0019] According to the present invention, a comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking buckle is provided, wherein the top of the pressing sleeve is slidably embedded in the top of the locking sleeve, and the bottom of the pressing sleeve is connected to the top of the return elastic member.

[0020] According to the present invention, a comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle is provided, wherein the bottom of the pressing sleeve is connected to the top of the positioning shaft.

[0021] According to the present invention, a comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking buckle is provided, wherein the length of the positioning shaft is adapted to the inner diameter of the locking buckle sleeve.

[0022] As can be seen from the above technical solution, compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0023] This utility model provides a comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0024] The first and second crossbeams are arranged opposite each other. The first end of the locking shaft is connected to the first crossbeam. The locking assembly is set on the second crossbeam. The locking assembly is for the locking shaft to insert into. The locking assembly and the locking shaft can switch between locked and unlocked states. Under no external force, the locking shaft can always be locked with the locking assembly. When the tobacco leaves are dried to a certain extent, even if the thickness of the tobacco leaves becomes thinner, the locking shaft can still be locked with the locking assembly to always clamp the tobacco leaves and ensure the drying effect. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle provided by this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking buckle provided by this utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the locked state of the comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking buckle provided by this utility model;

[0029] Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the comb-type cigarette clip with a central locking buckle provided by this utility model in the unlocked state.

[0030] In the figure:

[0031] 1. First crossbeam; 2. Second crossbeam; 3. Locking shaft; 4. Locking sleeve; 5. Return elastic element; 6. Positioning shaft; 7. Pressing sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0032] 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.

[0033] The present invention provides a comb-type tobacco clip with a locking buckle in the middle for holding tobacco leaves to be dried, including a first crossbeam 1, a second crossbeam 2, a locking shaft 3 and a locking buckle assembly.

[0034] The first crossbeam 1 and the second crossbeam 2 are arranged opposite to each other. A locking shaft 3 is provided, with its first end connected to the first crossbeam 1. A locking assembly is provided on the second crossbeam 2, and the locking shaft 3 is inserted into the locking assembly. The locking assembly and the locking shaft 3 can switch between a locked and a released state, and the locking shaft 3 can always be locked with the locking assembly without external force. When the tobacco leaves are dried to a certain extent, even if the thickness of the tobacco leaves becomes thinner, the locking shaft 3 can still be locked with the locking assembly to always clamp the tobacco leaves and ensure the drying effect.

[0035] The comb-shaped tobacco clip with a central locking mechanism provided by this utility model allows the tobacco leaves to gradually lose moisture, dry out, and become thinner during the drying process. However, the locking assembly and locking shaft 3 of this clip remain locked in place without external force, ensuring a continuous and stable clamping of the tobacco leaves. This maintains a relatively fixed position and shape for the tobacco leaves during drying, preventing uneven heating caused by loosening and ensuring that each leaf is heated evenly, thereby improving the drying effect and the quality of the tobacco leaves.

[0036] In some feasible embodiments of this utility model, the locking assembly includes a locking outer sleeve 4, a return elastic element 5, a positioning shaft 6, and a pressing sleeve 7. The locking outer sleeve 4 is hollow inside to accommodate the return elastic element 5 and the positioning shaft 6; the return elastic element 5 is disposed inside the locking outer sleeve 4 and has a restoring force. The return elastic element 5 deforms along the length direction of the locking outer sleeve 4; the bottom side of the positioning shaft 6 abuts against the top of the return elastic element 5; the pressing sleeve 7 can act on the return elastic element 5. When a force is applied to the pressing sleeve 7, the locking shaft 3 and the positioning shaft 6 are in a loose state; after the force is released, under the action of the return elastic element 5, the locking shaft 3 and the positioning shaft 6 are in a locked state.

[0037] In the above embodiments, the user only needs to apply force to the pressing sleeve to loosen the locking shaft from the positioning shaft; after the force is released, it automatically returns to the locked state. This process is simple to operate, requires no complicated steps, and can even be operated with one hand, greatly improving the convenience of using the cigarette clip. The presence of the return elastic element 5 ensures that the locking shaft 3 remains locked to the positioning shaft even without external force. Even if the tobacco leaves become thinner during the drying process, the return elastic element 5 will adjust through its own deformation to maintain a continuous clamping force on the tobacco leaves, ensuring that the tobacco leaves are stably fixed in the cigarette clip throughout the drying process, guaranteeing the consistency and stability of the drying effect.

[0038] In some feasible embodiments of this utility model, the return elastic element 5 is a compression spring. The compression spring has strong elasticity, can undergo significant deformation when subjected to external force, and quickly returns to its original shape after the external force disappears. This allows the compression spring to adapt through its own compression and rebound when the tobacco clamp is clamping the tobacco leaves, even if the thickness of the tobacco leaves changes, maintaining a stable clamping force on the tobacco leaves and ensuring the drying effect.

[0039] In some feasible embodiments of this utility model, the locking sleeve 4 is a hollow cylinder. The hollow cylindrical structure has high strength and stability, capable of withstanding significant external forces without deformation. During the use of the cigarette clip, the locking sleeve 4 needs to withstand the insertion force of the locking shaft 3 and the elastic force of the return elastic element 5. The hollow cylindrical design ensures that the locking sleeve 4 maintains its shape and function during long-term use, is not easily damaged, and thus guarantees the normal operation of the cigarette clip. The hollow space inside the hollow cylinder can effectively accommodate components such as the return elastic element 5 and the positioning shaft 6, allowing them to move smoothly inside. Furthermore, it makes the structure of the locking assembly more compact, preventing the overall volume from becoming too large, thus facilitating the operation and carrying of the cigarette clip.

[0040] In some feasible embodiments of this utility model, the axis of the positioning shaft 6 is perpendicular to the deformation direction of the return elastic element 5. This arrangement allows the positioning shaft 6 to more accurately engage with the locking shaft 3 under the action of the return elastic element 5. When the return elastic element 5 deforms, it applies a force perpendicular to the axis of the positioning shaft 6, causing the positioning shaft 6 to produce a stable displacement in the horizontal direction, thereby accurately locking or unlocking with the locking shaft 3, ensuring the reliability and stability of the locking assembly.

[0041] In some feasible embodiments of this utility model, the top of the pressing sleeve 7 is slidably embedded in the top of the locking sleeve 4, and the bottom of the pressing sleeve 7 is connected to the top of the return elastic member 5. The top of the pressing sleeve 7 is slidably embedded in the top of the locking sleeve 4, providing precise guidance for the movement of the pressing sleeve 7. When a force is applied to the pressing sleeve 7, it can slide smoothly along the top of the locking sleeve 4, avoiding shaking or deviation during the pressing process, and ensuring the stability and accuracy of the operation. This allows tobacco farmers to more easily and accurately control the opening and locking states of the locking assembly when using tobacco clips.

[0042] In some feasible embodiments of this utility model, the bottom of the pressing sleeve 7 is connected to the top of the positioning shaft 6. After the pressing sleeve 7 and the positioning shaft 6 are connected, they become a linked whole. When force is applied to the pressing sleeve 7, the positioning shaft 6 can respond synchronously, realizing rapid opening and locking actions. When using the cigarette clip, tobacco farmers only need to operate the pressing sleeve 7 to directly control the engagement state of the positioning shaft 6 and the locking shaft 3, without the need for additional operations, simplifying the use process of the cigarette clip and improving work efficiency.

[0043] In some feasible embodiments of this utility model, the length of the positioning shaft 6 is adapted to the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 4. This adaptation between the positioning shaft 6 and the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 4 creates a relatively stable structural assembly. During use, when the tobacco needs to be clamped or loosened, the positioning shaft 6 will bear a certain external force. The tight fit with the locking sleeve 4 allows the positioning shaft 6 to better distribute and transmit these external forces, enhancing the overall rigidity of the locking assembly, reducing the risk of component damage due to uneven force distribution, and extending the service life of the tobacco clip.

[0044] In summary, the comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle provided by this utility model has a compact and small structure, can eliminate external tension, and will not deform even when the tobacco leaves are under external tension, thereby improving service life and eliminating safety hazards.

[0045] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on its differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. For the apparatus disclosed in the embodiments, since they correspond to the methods disclosed in the embodiments, the description is relatively simple; relevant parts can be referred to the method section.

[0046] 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 comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle, characterized in that, include: The first crossbeam (1) and the second crossbeam (2) are set opposite to each other; Locking shaft (3), the first end of which is connected to the first crossbeam (1); A locking assembly is disposed on the second crossbeam (2), and the locking assembly is inserted into the locking shaft (3). The locking assembly and the locking shaft (3) can switch between a locked state and a released state, and the locking shaft (3) can always be locked with the locking assembly without external force.

2. The comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking assembly includes: Snap-on outer cover (4), hollow inside; A return elastic element (5) is disposed inside the locking outer sleeve (4); and the return elastic element (5) deforms along the length direction of the locking outer sleeve (4); The bottom side of the positioning shaft (6) abuts against the top of the return elastic member (5); Pressing the sleeve (7) can act on the return elastic element (5); When a force is applied to the pressing sleeve (7), the locking shaft (3) and the positioning shaft (6) are in the loosened state; after the force is released, the locking shaft (3) and the positioning shaft (6) are in the locked state under the action of the return elastic element (5).

3. The comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The return elastic element (5) is a compression spring.

4. The comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The buckle jacket (4) is a hollow cylinder.

5. The intermediate band lock catch cigarette holder according to claim 2, wherein, The axis of the positioning shaft (6) is perpendicular to the deformation direction of the return elastic element (5).

6. The comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top of the pressing sleeve (7) is slidably embedded in the top of the locking sleeve (4), and the bottom of the pressing sleeve (7) is connected to the top of the return elastic member (5).

7. The comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom of the pressing sleeve (7) is connected to the top of the positioning shaft (6).

8. The comb-type cigarette clip with a locking buckle in the middle according to claim 5, characterized in that, The length of the positioning shaft (6) is adapted to the inner diameter of the locking sleeve (4).