Rapid overflow device of reaction kettle
The rapid overflow device for the reactor, which is driven by the liquid level difference formed by the siphon and the U-shaped tube, solves the safety risks caused by the excessively rapid rise of the liquid level in the reactor and achieves a fast, stable and energy-saving discharge effect.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINASUN SPECIALTY PROD CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-05
AI Technical Summary
Existing reactors have a single discharge method, which is difficult to cope with sudden increases in liquid level, leading to increased safety risks. In addition, traditional accelerated discharge methods are energy-intensive and have a high risk of failure.
The liquid level difference is created by using a siphon and a U-shaped pipe. When the liquid level exceeds the overflow port, the siphon effect is triggered. The dual channels of the overflow port and siphon accelerate the discharge, and the siphon effect is maintained by a liquid seal water injection pipe. The liquid level difference and siphon effect do not require external power to drive the process.
It significantly improves discharge speed and efficiency, reduces the risk of liquid level runaway, enhances the operational reliability and safety of the equipment, is energy-efficient, reduces the risk of human error, and meets the needs of emergency conditions.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of chemical production equipment technology, and more specifically to a rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel. Background Technology
[0002] In many industrial production fields such as chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, reaction vessels serve as key equipment, undertaking important chemical reactions or material handling tasks. During the operation of a reaction vessel, as reactants are continuously added and the reaction proceeds, the liquid level inside the vessel gradually rises. When the liquid level exceeds a certain limit, it may not only affect the normal operation of the reaction vessel but also pose safety risks, such as material spillage causing environmental pollution, equipment damage, or even safety accidents.
[0003] In existing technologies, the discharge method of reactors is usually relatively simple, mainly relying on the bottom discharge valve to discharge materials by gravity. The discharge speed is limited by the pipe diameter and liquid level, and the emptying time is long, making it difficult to cope with sudden liquid level rises or emergency shutdowns. This leads to the liquid level in the reactor rising too quickly, increasing safety risks. In order to speed up the discharge, pumps or compressed air are used to drive the discharge, which consumes a lot of energy and has a high risk of failure.
[0004] Therefore, how to provide a rapid overflow device for reactors that can significantly accelerate discharge speed and improve response speed without external power is a problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content
[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel, which aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problems.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0007] A rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel, comprising:
[0008] The reactor has a bottom connected to a collection tank via a discharge pipe, and an overflow port is provided on its side wall.
[0009] A siphon is arranged on the side of the reactor away from the overflow port. One end of the siphon extends to the bottom of the reactor, and the other end is connected to the collection tank. A U-shaped tube is formed on the siphon outside the reactor. The height of the first end of the U-shaped tube near the reactor is higher than the overflow port, and the height of its second end away from the reactor is lower than the overflow port, thus creating a liquid level difference driving condition.
[0010] A liquid-sealed water injection pipe is connected to the U-shaped pipe body. Water is injected into the U-shaped pipe body to form a liquid seal and maintain the siphon effect. When the liquid level in the reactor exceeds the height of the overflow port, it is discharged to the collection tank through the overflow port, which at the same time triggers the siphon effect of the siphon pipe to accelerate the discharge.
[0011] Through the above technical solution, this utility model provides a rapid overflow device for a reactor. It utilizes the height difference between the two ends of the U-shaped tube to create a liquid level difference driving condition. When the liquid level exceeds the overflow port, a siphon effect is triggered, significantly increasing the discharge speed. When the liquid level reaches the overflow port height, discharge is prioritized through the overflow port. As the liquid level rises further, the siphon effect is activated in tandem, achieving accelerated discharge through dual channels (overflow port and siphon pipe), reducing the risk of liquid level runaway. Compared to the traditional single overflow port discharge method, this improves discharge speed and efficiency. Simultaneously, relying on the liquid level difference and siphon effect, no additional power is required, resulting in energy saving and high efficiency. The liquid seal injection pipe injects water into the U-shaped tube to form a liquid seal, effectively maintaining the continuous occurrence of the siphon effect and preventing siphon failure due to liquid interruption or air bubble entry, ensuring the stability and continuity of the discharge process and improving the reliability of the device operation.
[0012] Preferably, the above-mentioned rapid overflow device for a reactor further includes a control unit and a valve control assembly electrically connected to the control unit; the valve control assembly includes a bottom valve, an emergency discharge valve, and a water injection valve; the bottom valve and the emergency discharge valve are installed sequentially from top to bottom on the discharge pipe; the water injection valve is installed on the liquid-sealed water injection pipe. The configuration of the control unit and its valve control assembly enables automated control of the bottom valve on the discharge pipe, the emergency discharge valve, and the water injection valve on the liquid-sealed water injection pipe. The control unit can precisely control the opening and closing of each valve according to the actual operating conditions of the reactor, improving the automation level of the discharge process and the accuracy and timeliness of operation, reducing manual intervention, lowering the risk of human error, and enhancing the safety and stability of the device operation.
[0013] Preferably, in the above-mentioned rapid overflow device for a reactor, a discharge pipe is connected to the discharge pipe located between the bottom valve and the emergency discharge valve, and a discharge valve is installed on the discharge pipe; the discharge valve is electrically connected to the control unit. The discharge pipe and discharge valve are arranged between the bottom valve and the emergency discharge valve for normal production discharge, separated from the emergency discharge path; and are electrically connected to the control unit. This allows for flexible control of the discharge during reactor discharge according to actual production needs, meeting the precise requirements of different processes for discharge volume and time, improving production flexibility, and ensuring stable product quality.
[0014] Preferably, the above-mentioned rapid overflow device for a reactor further includes a level gauge and a thermometer installed on the reactor, wherein the level gauge and the thermometer are electrically connected to the control unit. The level gauge can monitor the liquid level in the reactor in real time and feed the level signal back to the control unit. The control unit automatically adjusts the operation of the control valve assembly and the discharge valve according to the set liquid level range to achieve precise control of the liquid level in the reactor. The control unit can also monitor the temperature change of the liquid in the reactor in real time. Once the temperature exceeds the normal range, the control unit can issue an alarm or automatically take corresponding safety measures, such as closing the feed valve or turning on the cooling system, to prevent problems such as liquid boiling or accelerated evaporation caused by excessive temperature, leading to uncontrolled liquid level or abnormal chemical reaction.
[0015] Preferably, in the above-mentioned rapid overflow device for a reactor, an overflow pipe is connected between the overflow port and the collection tank. This allows the overflowed material to flow smoothly and accurately into the collection tank, avoiding material spillage that could cause environmental pollution and resource waste. Simultaneously, it facilitates centralized treatment and recycling of the overflowed material, improving the environmental friendliness and resource utilization rate of the production process.
[0016] Preferably, the above-mentioned rapid overflow device for a reactor further includes an exhaust pipe, the bottom end of which is connected to the overflow pipe, and the top end of which is connected to a waste gas treatment system. When material overflows from the reactor, the waste gas that may be generated can enter the waste gas treatment system through the exhaust pipe, preventing the waste gas from being directly discharged into the atmosphere and reducing environmental pollution; at the same time, it can alleviate pressure fluctuations inside the reactor during overflow and prevent the siphon pipe from interrupting material discharge due to negative pressure.
[0017] Preferably, in the above-mentioned rapid overflow device for a reactor, a feed inlet is provided at the top of the reactor. The feed inlet at the top of the reactor provides a convenient channel for adding materials, allowing operators to add raw materials to the reactor promptly and accurately according to production needs, ensuring a sufficient supply of reactants, guaranteeing the smooth progress of the reaction process, and improving production efficiency.
[0018] As can be seen from the above technical solution, compared with the prior art, the present invention discloses a rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel, which has the following beneficial effects:
[0019] 1. This utility model utilizes the liquid level difference driving condition of the U-shaped tube body to prioritize material discharge through the overflow port when the liquid level exceeds the overflow port; when the liquid level rises further, the siphon effect is activated, forming a dual channel (overflow port + siphon tube) to accelerate material discharge; compared with traditional single gravity discharge, the emptying time is shortened to meet the needs of emergency working conditions and improve safety performance.
[0020] 2. The liquid seal water injection pipe of this utility model forms a closed liquid seal by injecting water, avoiding gas interference and ensuring continuous and efficient operation of the siphon effect.
[0021] 3. The liquid level gauge and thermometer of this utility model collect data in real time and feed the signal back to the control unit. The control unit controls the opening and closing of the corresponding valve body, thereby improving the response time.
[0022] 4. This utility model relies on the liquid level difference to drive the siphon effect, eliminating the need for external energy sources such as pumps and compressors, thus reducing energy consumption and equipment costs. It can also be improved on existing structures, making it convenient and quick. Attached Figure Description
[0023] 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.
[0024] Figure 1 The attached figure is a structural schematic diagram of the rapid overflow device for the reaction vessel provided by this utility model.
[0025] in:
[0026] 1-Reaction vessel; 11-Overflow port; 12-Level gauge; 13-Thermometer; 14-Inlet; 2-Discharge pipe; 21-Outlet pipe; 211-Outlet valve; 3-Collection tank; 4-Siphon pipe; 5-U-shaped pipe body; 51-First end; 52-Second end; 6-Liquid seal water injection pipe; 7-Control valve assembly; 71-Bottom valve; 72-Emergency discharge valve; 73-Water injection valve; 8-Overflow pipe; 9-Exhaust pipe. Detailed Implementation
[0027] 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.
[0028] See appendix Figure 1 This utility model discloses a rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel, comprising:
[0029] The bottom of the reactor 1 is connected to the collection tank 3 through the discharge pipe 2, and an overflow port 11 is provided on its side wall.
[0030] Siphon 4 is arranged on the side of the reactor 1 away from the overflow port 11. One end of the siphon 4 extends to the bottom of the reactor 1, and the other end is connected to the collection tank 3. A U-shaped tube 5 is formed on the siphon 4 outside the reactor 1. The height of the first end 51 of the U-shaped tube 5 near the reactor 1 is higher than the overflow port 11, and the height of its second end 52 away from the reactor 1 is lower than the overflow port 11, forming a liquid level difference driving condition.
[0031] The liquid seal water injection pipe 6 is connected to the U-shaped pipe body 5. Water is injected into the U-shaped pipe body 5 to form a liquid seal and maintain the siphon effect. When the liquid level in the reactor 1 exceeds the height of the overflow port 11, it is discharged to the collection tank 3 through the overflow port 11, and at the same time, the siphon effect of the siphon pipe 4 is triggered to accelerate the discharge.
[0032] To further optimize the above technical solution, as shown in 1, the tube body of the siphon 4 enters the inner cavity of the upper side wall of the reactor 1, and the end extends downward to the inner bottom of the reactor 1. The part of the siphon 4 located outside the reactor 1 extends downward to the collection tank 3; the U-shaped tube body 5 is formed on the tube body of the siphon 4 located outside the reactor 1.
[0033] To further optimize the above technical solution, the siphon tube 4 is made of 316L stainless steel.
[0034] To further optimize the above technical solution, the distance between the top edge of the first end 51 and the overflow port 11 is 20cm; the distance between the top edge of the first end 51 and the top edge of the second end 52 is 15cm.
[0035] To further optimize the above technical solution, a control unit is also included, as well as a control valve assembly 7 electrically connected to the control unit; the control valve assembly 7 includes a bottom valve 71, an emergency discharge valve 72 and a water injection valve 73; the bottom valve 71 and the emergency discharge valve 72 are installed on the discharge pipe 2 from top to bottom; the water injection valve 73 is installed on the liquid seal water injection pipe 6.
[0036] To further optimize the above technical solution, a discharge pipe 21 is connected to the discharge pipe 2 and the pipeline located between the bottom valve 71 and the emergency discharge valve 72. A discharge valve 211 is installed on the discharge pipe 21. The discharge valve 211 is electrically connected to the control unit.
[0037] To further optimize the above technical solution, a level gauge 12 and a thermometer 13 are also included, which are installed on the reactor 1 and are electrically connected to the control unit.
[0038] To further optimize the above technical solution, an overflow pipe 8 is connected between the overflow port 11 and the collection pool 3.
[0039] To further optimize the above technical solution, an exhaust pipe is also included, with its bottom end connected to the overflow pipe 8 and its top end connected to the waste gas treatment system.
[0040] To further optimize the above technical solution, a feed inlet 14 is provided at the top of the reactor 1.
[0041] The embodiments of this utility model are as follows:
[0042] When preparing for production according to process requirements, open water injection valve 73 to inject water into siphon pipe 4. When water flows out from the end of siphon pipe 4 that is connected to collection tank 3, close water injection valve 73 to complete the liquid seal.
[0043] During normal production according to process requirements, the material temperature in reactor 1 is within the set range, the liquid level in reactor 1 is lower than the overflow port 11, and the bottom valve 71, emergency discharge valve 72, discharge valve 211 and water injection valve 73 are closed.
[0044] Temperature control: When the temperature inside reactor 1 reaches a high alarm, the person in charge will direct the on-site operators to take action; if the temperature inside reactor 1 goes out of control and reaches a high alarm, the signal will be fed back to the control unit, which will then control the opening of bottom valve 71 and emergency discharge valve 72 to discharge materials into collection tank 3.
[0045] Liquid level control: When the liquid level reaches the high alarm, the material is discharged to the emergency pool through the emergency overflow port; if the liquid level is out of control and reaches the high-high alarm, the signal is fed back to the control unit, and the control unit controls the opening of the bottom valve 71 and the emergency discharge valve 72 to carry out emergency discharge. At this time, the overflow port and the siphon pipe 4 are simultaneously triggered to trigger siphon discharge, and the material is discharged to the collection pool 3.
[0046] After the emergency discharge is completed, close the corresponding valve body, open the water injection valve 73, and clean the siphon pipe 4; after cleaning, close the water injection valve 73 and the siphon pipe 4 is liquid sealed again.
[0047] 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.
[0048] 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 rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel, characterized in that, include: The bottom of the reactor (1) is connected to the collection tank (3) through the discharge pipe (2), and an overflow port (11) is provided on its side wall; A siphon (4) is arranged on the side of the reactor (1) away from the overflow port (11). One end of the siphon (4) extends to the bottom of the reactor (1), and the other end is connected to the collection tank (3). A U-shaped tube (5) is formed on the pipeline of the siphon (4) outside the reactor (1). The height of the first end (51) of the U-shaped tube (5) near the reactor (1) is higher than the overflow port (11), and the height of its second end (52) away from the reactor (1) is lower than the overflow port (11), forming a liquid level difference driving condition. The liquid seal water injection pipe (6) is connected to the U-shaped pipe body (5). Water is injected into the U-shaped pipe body (5) to form a liquid seal and maintain the siphon effect. When the liquid level in the reactor (1) exceeds the height of the overflow port (11), it is discharged to the collection tank (3) through the overflow port (11), and at the same time, the siphon effect of the siphon pipe (4) is triggered to accelerate the discharge.
2. The rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a control unit and a control valve assembly (7) electrically connected to the control unit; the control valve assembly (7) includes a bottom valve (71), an emergency discharge valve (72) and a water injection valve (73); the bottom valve (71) and the emergency discharge valve (72) are installed on the discharge pipe (2) from top to bottom; the water injection valve (73) is installed on the liquid seal water injection pipe (6).
3. The rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel according to claim 2, characterized in that, The discharge pipe (2) is connected to the discharge pipe (2) and the pipeline located between the bottom valve (71) and the emergency discharge valve (72), and the discharge pipe (21) is equipped with a discharge valve (211); the discharge valve (211) is electrically connected to the control unit.
4. The rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a level gauge (12) and a thermometer (13) installed on the reactor (1), the level gauge (12) and the thermometer (13) being electrically connected to the control unit.
5. The rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel according to claim 1, characterized in that, An overflow pipe (8) is connected between the overflow port (11) and the collection pool (3).
6. The rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes an exhaust pipe, the bottom end of which is connected to the overflow pipe (8), and the top end of which is connected to the waste gas treatment system.
7. The rapid overflow device for a reaction vessel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The reactor (1) has a feed inlet (14) at its top.