Soaking pool water level automatic balance control assembly

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of food production, and particularly relates to a soaking pool water level automatic balance control assembly which comprises a soaking pool body, a water inlet arranged on the outer side of the top end of the soaking pool body, a main control box installed on the outer wall of the soaking pool body and a centrifugal pump. The centrifugal pump is electrically connected with the main control box, and the sensor assembly comprises a mounting plate fixed on the inner wall of the soaking pool main body; the movable seat is adjustably mounted on the mounting plate; the photoelectric liquid level sensor is arranged on the movable seat and is electrically connected with the main control box; the adjusting mechanism is used for adjusting the initial height of the movable seat; the water level is set by adjusting the initial height of the movable seat, the photoelectric liquid level sensor monitors the water level in real time and is linked with the main control box to control the centrifugal pump to supplement water, and the automatic water supplementing device has the advantages of being convenient to automatically supplement water and controllable in water level, adapts to different soaking process requirements and reduces manual intervention.

Description

Automatic water level balancing control component for soaking tank Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of food production technology, specifically relating to an automatic water level balancing control component for soaking tanks. Background Technology

[0002] Rice is a common food in daily life, usually used as a staple food. With the development of technology, there are more and more deep-processed rice products. When deep processing rice, it is necessary to soak the rice.

[0003] Currently, soaking tanks are commonly used to soak rice. To further improve soaking efficiency, some models of soaking tanks are equipped with stirring devices.

[0004] For example, in the prior art, Chinese utility model patent with authorization announcement number CN222815289U discloses "a rice soaking device", which includes a soaking tank and an overflow plate for draining impurities from rice. The soaking tank is provided with an agitation component for stirring and soaking the rice. The soaking tank is provided with symmetrically arranged columns on both sides. The top of the columns is provided with a horizontally arranged top plate. The top of the top plate is provided with a linkage component connected to the agitation component.

[0005] While existing rice soaking equipment, including those mentioned above, can meet general soaking needs, the water level is uncontrollable, making it difficult to adjust the maximum water level for different soaking requirements and to automatically replenish water in a timely manner.

[0006] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model proposes an automatic water level balancing control component for soaking tanks. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, this utility model provides an automatic water level balancing control component for soaking tanks, which is convenient to use, facilitates automatic water replenishment, and makes it easy to control the water level.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic water level balancing control component for a soaking tank, comprising a soaking tank body, a water inlet located on the outer side of the top of the soaking tank body, a main control box installed on the outer wall of the soaking tank body, and a centrifugal pump. The outlet of the centrifugal pump is connected to the water inlet via a delivery pipe, and the centrifugal pump is electrically connected to the main control box. The component also includes a sensor assembly, which comprises:

[0009] An installation plate fixed to the inner wall of the main body of the soaking tank;

[0010] An adjustable movable base mounted on the mounting plate;

[0011] A photoelectric liquid level sensor mounted on the movable base and electrically connected to the main control box; and

[0012] An adjustment mechanism for adjusting the initial height of the movable seat.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the adjustment mechanism includes:

[0014] Two limiting plates symmetrically fixed to the outer wall of the mounting plate; and

[0015] A threaded screw is rotatably connected between the two limiting plates, and the movable seat is threadedly engaged with the threaded screw.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the adjustment mechanism further includes:

[0017] A handwheel fixed to the top of the threaded screw.

[0018] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the adjustment mechanism further includes:

[0019] Guide columns are symmetrically positioned between the two limiting plates and pass through the movable seat.

[0020] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the sensor assembly further includes:

[0021] The photoelectric liquid level sensor is fixed to the sensor frame mounted on the movable seat by diagonally distributed fixing rods, and the sensor frame is provided with a wire through hole.

[0022] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, it further includes:

[0023] A galvanized pipe fixed to the outer wall of the sensor frame and connected to the wire hole.

[0024] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, it further includes:

[0025] The mounting plate is fixed to the main body of the soaking tank by means of the inverted "L" shaped fixing plate. The vertical part of the fixing plate and the mounting plate form a clamping opening that holds the upper edge of the main body of the soaking tank and are fastened together by bolts.

[0026] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the width of the clamp is adapted to the wall thickness of the soaking pool body.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0028] In this invention, the water level is set by adjusting the initial height of the movable seat, and the photoelectric liquid level sensor monitors the water level in real time and links with the main control box to control the centrifugal pump to replenish water. It has the characteristics of easy automatic water replenishment and controllable water level, adapts to different soaking process requirements, and reduces manual intervention.

[0029] Other additional advantages and beneficial effects of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this invention. Attached Figure Description

[0030] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0031] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the isometric structure of the sensor assembly in this utility model;

[0033] Figure 3 is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of point A in Figure 2 of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the isometric structure of the fixed plate in this utility model;

[0035] Figure 5 is a wiring diagram of the control principle of this utility model.

[0036] In the diagram: 1. Immersion tank body; 11. Water inlet; 2. Sensor assembly; 21. Mounting plate; 22. Fixing plate; 221. Clamp; 23. Movable seat; 24. Photoelectric liquid level sensor; 25. Adjustment mechanism; 251. Limiting plate; 252. Threaded screw; 253. Handwheel; 254. Guide column; 26. Sensor frame; 27. Fixing rod; 28. Galvanized pipe; 3. Main control box; 4. Centrifugal pump; 5. Delivery pipeline. Detailed Implementation

[0037] 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.

[0038] Please refer to Figures 1-5. This utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic water level balancing control component for a soaking tank, including a soaking tank body 1, an inlet 11 located on the outer side of the top of the soaking tank body 1, a main control box 3 installed on the outer wall of the soaking tank body 1, and a centrifugal pump 4. The outlet of the centrifugal pump 4 is connected to the inlet 11 via a conveying pipe 5, and the centrifugal pump 4 is electrically connected to the main control box 3. It also includes a sensor assembly 2, which includes: a mounting plate 21 fixed to the inner wall of the soaking tank body 1, an adjustable movable seat 23 mounted on the mounting plate 21, a photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 mounted on the movable seat 23 and electrically connected to the main control box 3, and an adjustment mechanism 25 for adjusting the initial height of the movable seat 23. With the above solution, in use, the initial height of the movable seat 23 is first set by the adjustment mechanism 25 to adjust the initial height of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24. This initial height corresponds to the target water level that needs to be maintained in the soaking tank body 1.

[0039] When the soaking tank body 1 starts working, the inlet of the centrifugal pump 4 draws water from the outside and delivers it into the soaking tank body 1 through the conveying pipe 5. As the water level in the tank changes, the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 monitors the water level in real time. Its working principle is as follows: the internal transmitter of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 emits a light beam. When the water level has not reached the detection position of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24, the light beam is refracted by the air and the receiver cannot receive the complete light beam. When the water level rises to the detection position, the light beam is deflected by the refraction of the water and the receiver can receive a specific light signal, thereby converting the water level status into an electrical signal and transmitting it to the main control box 3 through a cable.

[0040] The main control box 3, as the core of the entire control system, has a built-in microprocessor and control circuit. It pre-stores the sensor height parameters corresponding to the target water level. When it receives the electrical signal from the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24, the main control box 3 compares and analyzes the real-time water level signal with the preset target water level signal.

[0041] If the real-time water level is lower than the target water level, it indicates that the water volume in the pool is insufficient. The main control box 3 will immediately send a start signal to the junction box of the centrifugal pump 4 via a cable. The centrifugal pump 4 will start working and inject external water into the main body 1 of the soaking pool through the inlet 11 after pressurizing it through the delivery pipe 5. As the water injection process proceeds, the water level in the pool will gradually rise.

[0042] If the real-time water level reaches or exceeds the target water level, it indicates that the water volume in the pool has met the demand. The main control box 3 then sends a stop signal, and the centrifugal pump 4 shuts down to stop water injection and prevent the water level from becoming too high.

[0043] Throughout the water level control process, the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 continuously monitors water level changes and feeds real-time data back to the main control box 3, forming a closed-loop automatic control system. The initial height of the moving seat 23 can be flexibly changed by adjusting the mechanism 25, that is, the target water level can be adjusted to adapt to the diverse needs of the soaking tank water level under different working conditions. This achieves precise and automatic balance control of the soaking tank water level, improves the intelligence and efficiency of the system, and avoids errors and inconveniences caused by manual intervention.

[0044] Optionally, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, in this embodiment, the adjustment mechanism 25 includes: two limiting plates 251 symmetrically fixed to the outer wall of the mounting plate 21 and a threaded rod 252 rotatably connected between the two limiting plates 251. The movable seat 23 is threadedly engaged with the threaded rod 252. With the above scheme, when it is necessary to adjust the initial height of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24, the threaded rod 252 is rotated. Since the threaded rod 252 is connected to the movable seat 23 by the threaded engagement, the rotation of the threaded rod 252 will be converted into the linear movement of the movable seat 23, causing the movable seat 23 to rise and fall, and driving the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 to rise and fall, thereby adjusting the initial height of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24.

[0045] Optionally, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, in this embodiment, the adjustment mechanism 25 further includes a handwheel 253 fixed to the top of the threaded screw 252. With the above solution, during use, the handwheel 253 provides a force application point for the operator, making it convenient for the operator to rotate the threaded screw 252 using the handwheel 253.

[0046] Optionally, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, in this embodiment, the adjustment mechanism 25 further includes: guide posts 254 symmetrically disposed between the two limiting plates 251 and penetrating the movable seat 23. With the above solution, during use, the two guide posts 254 are used to guide the movable seat 23. The two guide posts 254 form a mechanical limit on the movable seat 23, ensuring that the movable seat 23 can only move vertically up and down along the direction limited by the two guide posts 254, thereby improving the stability of the movable seat 23.

[0047] Preferably, as shown in Figures 1-3, in this embodiment, the sensor assembly 2 further includes: a sensor frame 26 mounted on the movable base 23 by diagonally distributed fixing rods 27, a photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 fixed to the sensor frame 26, and the sensor frame 26 having a wire hole. With the above solution, in use, the four diagonally distributed fixing rods 27 form a quadrilateral support system for the sensor frame 26, which improves the stability of the sensor frame 26 installation. The photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 is fixed to the sensor frame 26 with screws.

[0048] The cable connecting the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 to the main control box 3 passes through the cable hole on the sensor frame 26.

[0049] Preferably, as shown in Figures 1-3, this embodiment further includes a galvanized pipe 28 fixed to the outer wall of the sensor frame 26 and connected to the wiring hole. With the above solution, during use, the galvanized pipe 28 is connected to the wiring hole, and its metal material can effectively isolate the liquid in the soaking tank from the cable. After the cable is led out from the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24, it first passes through the wiring hole, then through the galvanized pipe 28, and finally connects to the main control box 3, preventing liquid from seeping into the inside of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 or the main control box 3 along the cable, thus avoiding short circuits or signal interference.

[0050] In addition, galvanized pipe 28 can also resist the impact of external forces on the cable, ensuring the safety of the cable.

[0051] Optionally, as shown in Figures 1, 2, and 4, this embodiment further includes: a fixing plate 22 with an inverted "L" shape. The mounting plate 21 is fixed to the soaking tank body 1 through the fixing plate 22. The vertical part of the fixing plate 22 and the mounting plate 21 form a clamping opening 221 for holding the upper edge of the soaking tank body 1, and are fastened together by bolts. With the above solution, when using the mounting plate 21, the fixing plate 22 with the inverted "L" shape is fastened to the upper edge of the soaking tank body 1 and fastened with bolts, which is convenient for installation.

[0052] Preferably, as shown in Figures 1, 2 and 4, in this embodiment, the width of the clamp 221 is adapted to the wall thickness of the soaking tank body 1. With the above solution, when the fixing plate 22 is fastened to the upper edge of the soaking tank body 1 during use, the outer wall of the soaking tank body 1 fits against the inner wall of the clamp 221, forming a stable mechanical limit and preventing the mounting plate 21 from shaking during operation.

[0053] It should be noted that the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 and the centrifugal pump 4 are both commercially available conventional devices with built-in power switches. Those skilled in the art can make conventional selections according to their needs. Their working principles are common knowledge known to those skilled in the art and have been fully disclosed in the prior art, so they will not be elaborated on further in this article.

[0054] The circuit connection involved in this utility model is a common method used by those skilled in the art, and technical inspiration can be obtained through a limited number of experiments. It belongs to the widely used prior art.

[0055] Components not described in detail in this article are existing technologies.

[0056] The working principle and usage process of this utility model: When using the automatic water level balancing control component of the soaking pool of this utility model, the initial height of the moving seat 23 is first set by the adjustment mechanism 25, which is used to adjust the initial height of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24. This initial height corresponds to the target water level that needs to be maintained in the main body 1 of the soaking pool.

[0057] When the soaking tank body 1 starts working, the centrifugal pump 4 draws water from the outside through the inlet and delivers it into the soaking tank body 1 through the delivery pipe 5. As the water level in the tank changes, the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 monitors the water level in real time. Its working principle is as follows: the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 emits a light beam from its internal transmitter. When the water level has not reached the detection position of the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24, the light beam is refracted by the air, and the receiver cannot receive the complete light beam. However, when the water level rises to the detection position, the light beam is deflected by the refraction of the water, and the receiver can receive a specific light signal, thereby converting the water level status into an electrical signal and transmitting it to the main control box 3 through a cable.

[0058] The main control box 3, as the core of the entire control system, has a built-in microprocessor and control circuit. It pre-stores the sensor height parameters corresponding to the target water level. When it receives the electrical signal from the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24, the main control box 3 compares and analyzes the real-time water level signal with the preset target water level signal.

[0059] If the real-time water level is lower than the target water level, it indicates that the water volume in the pool is insufficient. The main control box 3 will immediately send a start signal to the junction box of the centrifugal pump 4 through the cable. The centrifugal pump 4 will start working and inject the external water source into the soaking pool body 1 through the inlet 11 after pressurization through the delivery pipe 5. As the water injection process proceeds, the water level in the pool gradually rises.

[0060] If the real-time water level reaches or exceeds the target water level, it indicates that the water volume in the pool has met the demand. The main control box 3 then sends a stop signal, and the centrifugal pump 4 shuts down to stop water injection and prevent the water level from becoming too high.

[0061] Throughout the water level control process, the photoelectric liquid level sensor 24 continuously monitors water level changes and feeds real-time data back to the main control box 3, forming a closed-loop automatic control system. The initial height of the moving seat 23 can be flexibly changed by adjusting the mechanism 25, that is, the target water level can be adjusted to adapt to the diverse needs of the soaking tank water level under different working conditions. This achieves precise and automatic balance control of the soaking tank water level, improves the intelligence and efficiency of the system, and avoids errors and inconveniences caused by manual intervention.

[0062] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the 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 this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic water level balancing control component for a soaking tank, comprising a soaking tank body (1), an inlet (11) located on the outer side of the top of the soaking tank body (1), a main control box (3) installed on the outer wall of the soaking tank body (1), and a centrifugal pump (4), wherein the outlet of the centrifugal pump (4) is connected to the inlet (11) via a conveying pipe (5), and the centrifugal pump (4) is electrically connected to the main control box (3), characterized in that, It also includes a sensor assembly (2), which includes: a mounting plate (21) fixed to the inner wall of the soaking tank body (1); a movable seat (23) adjustablely mounted on the mounting plate (21); a photoelectric liquid level sensor (24) disposed on the movable seat (23) and electrically connected to the main control box (3); and an adjustment mechanism (25) for adjusting the initial height of the movable seat (23).

2. The automatic water level balancing control component for the soaking tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism (25) includes: two limiting plates (251) symmetrically fixed to the outer wall of the mounting plate (21); and a threaded screw (252) rotatably connected between the two limiting plates (251), wherein the movable seat (23) is threadedly engaged with the threaded screw (252).

3. The automatic water level balancing control component for the soaking tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism (25) further includes a handwheel (253) fixed to the top of the threaded screw (252).

4. The automatic water level balancing control component for the soaking tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism (25) further includes a guide post (254) symmetrically disposed between the two limiting plates (251) and passing through the movable seat (23).

5. The automatic water level balancing control component for the soaking tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sensor assembly (2) further includes a sensor frame (26) mounted on the movable seat (23) by diagonally distributed fixing rods (27), the photoelectric liquid level sensor (24) is fixed to the sensor frame (26), and the sensor frame (26) is provided with a wire hole.

6. The automatic water level balancing control component for the soaking tank according to claim 5, characterized in that: Further includes: A galvanized pipe (28) is fixed to the outer wall of the sensor frame (26) and connected to the wire hole.

7. The automatic water level balancing control component for the soaking tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: Further includes: The mounting plate (21) is fixed to the soaking pool body (1) by means of the fixing plate (22). The vertical part of the fixing plate (22) and the mounting plate (21) form a clamping opening (221) for holding the upper edge of the soaking pool body (1) and are fastened together by bolts.

8. The automatic water level balancing control component for the soaking tank according to claim 7, characterized in that: The width of the clamp (221) is adapted to the wall thickness of the soaking pool body (1).

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