Tobacco leaf cleaning device
By designing a rotating cleaning basket and a multi-layer spray system inside the cleaning tank, the problem of incomplete cleaning in existing devices has been solved, achieving uniform and efficient cleaning of tobacco leaves.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA TOBACCO HENAN IND CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
Existing tobacco leaf cleaning equipment is unable to completely remove dust, sand, and pesticide residues from the surface of tobacco leaves, especially dirt in folds and crevices, resulting in poor cleaning performance.
A device comprising a cleaning tank, a cleaning basket, and a water spray assembly was designed. The cleaning basket is driven to rotate by a drive device, and water is sprayed onto the rotating tobacco leaves using a multi-layer spray design, which, combined with centrifugal force, improves the cleaning effect.
This method achieves thorough and uniform cleaning of tobacco leaves, improving cleaning efficiency and effectiveness, and ensuring the cleanliness of the tobacco leaves.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a cleaning device, and more particularly to a tobacco leaf cleaning device, belonging to the field of tobacco production technology. Background Technology
[0002] The tobacco processing process involves turning whole tobacco leaves into fine shreds for use in cigarette manufacturing. During this process, cleaning equipment plays a crucial role in removing dust, sand, pesticide residues, and other impurities from the surface of the tobacco leaves to ensure the quality and safety of the final product.
[0003] Common cleaning devices clean tobacco leaves by water flow or high-pressure spray, which can effectively remove dirt and other attachments from the tobacco leaves. However, due to the irregular shape and texture of the tobacco leaf surface, such as wrinkles and gaps, these places are prone to accumulating dirt and grime, and conventional water flow or spray cannot thoroughly clean every corner. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a tobacco leaf cleaning device to solve the technical problems in the prior art. It can ensure that the tobacco leaves are thoroughly and evenly cleaned, thereby improving the cleaning effect and efficiency of the tobacco leaves.
[0005] This utility model provides a tobacco leaf cleaning device, including a cleaning bucket, a cleaning basket rotatably installed inside the cleaning bucket, a driving device for driving the cleaning basket to rotate on the top of the cleaning bucket, a sealing door installed on the cleaning bucket, a basket baffle installed on the cleaning basket, and water spraying components provided on the left and right side walls of the cleaning bucket, the water spraying components being connected to a water supply device.
[0006] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf washing device, preferably, the bottom of the outer wall of the washing barrel is provided with a plurality of support legs arranged in a circumferential array, and the bottom of the washing barrel is provided with a drain pipe.
[0007] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf washing device, preferably, a rotating shaft is provided at the bottom center position and the top center position of the washing basket. The washing basket is rotatably connected to the washing barrel through the rotating shaft. The rotating shaft at the top of the washing basket passes through the top plate of the washing barrel and is connected to the driving device.
[0008] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf washing device, preferably, the driving device includes a protective cover and a power motor. The protective cover is fixedly installed on the top of the washing tank, and the power motor is fixedly installed on the side wall inside the protective cover. A drive gear is fixedly sleeved on the output shaft of the power motor. The upper end of the rotating shaft at the top of the washing basket is located inside the protective cover, and a driven gear is fixedly sleeved on that end. The drive gear is meshed with the power motor.
[0009] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf cleaning device, preferably, a second handle and a controller are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the sealing door, and the power motor is electrically connected to the controller.
[0010] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf cleaning device, preferably, the water spraying components on the left and right sides of the cleaning tank have the same structure and are arranged symmetrically with respect to the axis of the cleaning tank. The water spraying components include a vertical pipe and spray pipes. A plurality of spray pipes are fixedly connected from top to bottom on the side of the vertical pipe near the cleaning tank. The end of each spray pipe away from the vertical pipe extends into the interior of the cleaning tank and is fixedly connected thereto.
[0011] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf cleaning device, preferably, a horizontal pipe is fixedly connected to the rear side of the top of the cleaning barrel, a water pump is fixedly connected to the lower side of the rear surface of the cleaning barrel, a water pump is fixedly connected to the water pump's pumping end, the end of the water pump away from the water pump is connected to an external water source, and the water pump is electrically connected to the controller.
[0012] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf washing device, preferably, a water supply pipe is fixedly connected to the water outlet end of the water pump, and the end of the water supply pipe away from the water pump is fixedly connected to the center position of the top of the horizontal pipe.
[0013] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf washing device, preferably, both ends of the horizontal pipe are fixedly connected to connecting pipes, and the two connecting pipes are respectively connected to the vertical pipes on the two water spraying components.
[0014] In the aforementioned tobacco leaf washing device, preferably, the vertical pipe, the horizontal pipe, and the connecting pipe are all made of transparent material.
[0015] Compared with existing technologies, this utility model includes a washing tub, inside which a washing basket is rotatably mounted. A drive device is located on the top of the washing tub to rotate the washing basket. A sealing door is installed on the washing tub, and a basket baffle is installed on the washing basket. Water spraying components are installed on the left and right side walls of the washing tub, and these components are connected to a water supply device. This utility model uses a drive device to rotate the washing basket, thus achieving the washing action of the tobacco leaves. Water is supplied to the water spraying components by the water supply device, causing the components to spray water or other cleaning media onto the washing basket. During the rotation of the washing basket, the tobacco leaves are subjected to centrifugal force, allowing the cleaning media to more effectively remove impurities from the surface of the tobacco leaves. The multi-layer spray design ensures that the cleaning media can cover the tobacco leaves from different angles, improving the washing effect. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is an isometric drawing of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is an isometric view of the present invention from another angle;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of part A in the image.
[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1. Cleaning tub; 2. Support leg; 3. Drain pipe; 4. Cleaning basket; 5. Basket door; 6. Handle No. 1; 7. Rotating shaft; 8. Protective cover; 9. Driven gear; 10. Power motor; 11. Drive gear; 12. Vertical pipe; 13. Spray pipe; 14. Horizontal pipe; 15. Water pump; 16. Pumping pipe; 17. Water supply pipe; 18. Connecting pipe; 19. Sealing door; 20. Handle No. 2; 21. Controller. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0022] Embodiments of this utility model: such as Figures 1-4 As shown, a tobacco leaf cleaning device includes a cleaning tub 1. Multiple support legs 2 are arranged in a circular array on the bottom of the outer wall of the cleaning tub 1. In this embodiment, four support legs 2 are specifically provided. A drain pipe 3 is provided on each of the left and right sides of the bottom of the cleaning tub 1. A cleaning basket 4 is rotatably installed inside the cleaning tub 1. A driving device for driving the cleaning basket 4 to rotate is provided on the top of the cleaning tub 1. A sealing door 19 is installed on the cleaning tub 1. A basket baffle 5 is installed on the cleaning basket 4. Water spraying components are provided on the side walls on both the left and right sides of the cleaning tub 1. The water spraying components are connected to a water supply device.
[0023] The cleaning tank 1, as the core container of the entire device, is used to hold the tobacco leaves to be cleaned, as well as the water or other cleaning media required during the cleaning process. The drain pipe 3 is located on the left and right sides of the bottom of the cleaning tank 1 to facilitate the discharge of wastewater after cleaning, ensuring water circulation or one-time discharge during the cleaning process. Multiple support legs 2 arranged in a circumferential array provide stable support for the cleaning tank 1, ensuring that the device does not shake during operation and improving safety and reliability.
[0024] Specifically, the cleaning basket 4 is provided with a rotating shaft 7 at the bottom center and the top center. The cleaning basket 4 is rotatably connected to the top plate and bottom plate of the cleaning tub 1 through the rotating shaft 7. The rotating shaft 7 at the top of the cleaning basket 4 passes through the top plate of the cleaning tub 1 and is connected to the drive device.
[0025] The cleaning basket 4 is used to hold tobacco leaves. The cleaning basket 4 has several mesh holes to allow the cleaning medium to pass through. A handle 6 is fixedly connected to the front surface of the basket door 5, allowing operators to easily open and close the basket door 5 for loading and unloading tobacco leaves. It should be noted that one side of the basket door 5 is hinged to the cleaning basket 4, and the other side of the basket door 5 has a locking assembly (not shown in the figure). The locking assembly can use a conventional structure. The locking assembly can lock the basket door 5 to prevent the tobacco leaves from being thrown out when the cleaning basket 4 rotates. When the locking assembly releases the basket door 5, it can be opened.
[0026] The cleaning basket 4 allows the tobacco leaves to rotate together with the cleaning medium during the cleaning process. This not only ensures uniform contact with the cleaning medium, but also helps remove surface impurities through centrifugal force, thus improving cleaning efficiency.
[0027] Furthermore, the drive device includes a protective cover 8 and a power motor 10. The protective cover 8 is fixed on the top of the cleaning tub 1, and the power motor 10 is fixed on the side wall inside the protective cover 8. A drive gear 11 is fixedly sleeved on the output shaft of the power motor 10. The upper end of the rotating shaft 7 at the top of the cleaning basket 4 is located inside the protective cover 8, and a driven gear 9 is fixedly sleeved on this end. The drive gear 11 is meshed with the power motor 10.
[0028] When the power motor 10 is working, its output shaft begins to rotate, driving the drive gear 11 fixed on it to rotate. The drive gear 11 meshes with the driven gear 9, causing the driven gear 9 to rotate. The rotation of the driven gear 9 is further transmitted to the cleaning basket 4 through the rotating shaft 7, causing it to rotate at a predetermined speed and direction, thus realizing the cleaning action of the tobacco leaves. The gear transmission system ensures the stable rotation of the cleaning basket 4, improving cleaning efficiency and effect. All key components are enclosed in a protective cover 8, facilitating daily inspection and maintenance. The presence of the protective cover 8 increases operational safety and avoids potential risks.
[0029] A second handle 20 and a controller 21 are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the sealed door 19, and the power motor 10 is electrically connected to the controller 21.
[0030] In this embodiment, the left side of the sealing door 19 is hinged to the cleaning tub 1, and a locking component is provided on the right side of the sealing door 19. The locking component is not shown in the figure. The locking component can be a conventional structure and is used to lock and unlock the sealing door 19.
[0031] The sealed door 19 is airtight when closed, preventing leakage of water or other cleaning media and also preventing external contaminants from entering the cleaning tank 1. The sealed door 19 can be easily opened and closed via the second handle 20, facilitating loading and unloading of tobacco leaves. The controller 21 is fixed to the left end of the front surface of the sealed door 19, located in an easily accessible position for the operator, making operation more intuitive and convenient. The second handle 20 is located on the right side of the sealed door 19, maintaining an appropriate distance from the controller 21 to avoid accidental operation. The second handle 20 provides additional support points when opening or closing the sealed door 19, making operation less strenuous.
[0032] The water spray components on the left and right sides of the cleaning tank 1 have the same structure and are arranged symmetrically with respect to the axis of the cleaning tank 1. The water spray components include a vertical pipe 12 and spray pipes 13. Multiple spray pipes 13 are fixedly connected from top to bottom on the side of the vertical pipe 12 that is close to the cleaning tank 1. The end of each spray pipe 13 that is away from the vertical pipe 12 extends into the interior of the cleaning tank 1 and is fixedly connected thereto.
[0033] Two vertical pipes 12 are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the outside of the cleaning tank 1, and multiple spray pipes 13 are equidistantly arranged from top to bottom. These spray pipes 13 extend into the inside of the cleaning tank 1 and are fixedly connected, ensuring that the cleaning medium (such as water or cleaning liquid) can evenly cover the entire cleaning area. Through the vertically arranged spray pipes 13, multi-layer spraying can be formed at different heights, which enhances the cleaning effect on the surface of tobacco leaves at various angles.
[0034] Furthermore, a horizontal pipe 14 is fixedly connected to the rear side of the top of the cleaning tub 1, and a water pump 15 is fixedly connected to the lower side of the rear surface of the cleaning tub 1. A water pump pipe 16 is fixedly connected to the water pump 15's water pump end. The end of the water pump pipe 16 away from the water pump 15 is connected to an external water source. The water pump 15 is electrically connected to the controller 21.
[0035] The horizontal pipe 14 is fixed to the top rear side of the cleaning tank 1 and serves as the main horizontal water supply pipe. It is connected to the water supply pipe 17 and receives high-pressure water flow from the water pump 15. The horizontal pipe 14 guides the water flow into the vertical pipe 12 through the connecting pipes 18 on the left and right sides, ensuring that the water flow can be evenly distributed to all the spray pipes 13.
[0036] A water supply pipe 17 is fixedly connected to the outlet end of the water pump 15. The end of the water supply pipe 17 away from the water pump 15 is fixedly connected to the center of the top of the horizontal pipe 14. Both ends of the horizontal pipe 14 are fixedly connected to connecting pipes 18, and the two connecting pipes 18 are respectively connected to the vertical pipes 12 on the two water spraying components.
[0037] The water pump 15 is installed at the lower rear side of the cleaning tank 1. Its pumping end is connected to an external water source through the pumping pipe 16, ensuring a stable water flow supply. The water outlet of the water pump 15 is connected to the horizontal pipe 14 through the water supply pipe 17, providing the necessary pressure for the entire water circulation system so that the water can smoothly reach each nozzle 13. The connecting pipe 18 is fixedly connected to the top of the horizontal pipe 14 and the vertical pipe 12, forming a closed water circulation loop, ensuring that the water can be smoothly transmitted from the horizontal pipe 14 to the vertical pipe 12 and finally sprayed out through the nozzle 13.
[0038] The operator starts the water pump 15 via the controller 21. The water pump 15 draws cleaning water or other cleaning media from an external water source through the water suction pipe 16. After pressurizing the water, the water pump 15 delivers it to the horizontal pipe 14 located at the top rear of the cleaning tank 1 through the water delivery pipe 17. The high-pressure water in the horizontal pipe 14 enters the vertical pipe 12 through the connecting pipes 18 on the left and right sides, and flows downward along the vertical pipe 12. Multiple spray pipes 13 on the vertical pipe 12 spray the water evenly to different heights inside the cleaning tank 1, forming a multi-layer spray to ensure that the cleaning media can fully contact the surface of the tobacco leaves.
[0039] During the rotation of the cleaning basket 4, the tobacco leaves are subjected to centrifugal force, which enables the cleaning medium to more effectively remove impurities from the surface of the tobacco leaves. The multi-layer spray design ensures that the cleaning medium can cover the tobacco leaves from different angles, thus improving the cleaning effect.
[0040] Preferably, the vertical pipe 12, horizontal pipe 14, and connecting pipe 18 are all made of transparent material. Transparent pipes allow operators to directly observe the water flow and spraying effect during the cleaning process, ensuring unobstructed water flow. If blockages or other abnormalities occur, operators can quickly detect them and take appropriate measures to reduce downtime.
[0041] The above description, based on the embodiments shown in the drawings, details the structure, features, and effects of this utility model. The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model, but the scope of implementation of this utility model is not limited to what is shown in the drawings. Any changes made in accordance with the concept of this utility model, or modifications to equivalent embodiments, that do not exceed the spirit covered by the specification and drawings, shall be within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A tobacco leaf washing device, comprising a washing tank (1), characterized in that: A cleaning basket (4) is rotatably installed inside the cleaning tub (1). A driving device for driving the cleaning basket (4) to rotate is provided on the top of the cleaning tub (1). A sealing door (19) is installed on the cleaning tub (1). A basket baffle (5) is installed on the cleaning basket (4). Water spraying components are provided on the side walls on both the left and right sides of the cleaning tub (1). The water spraying components are connected to the water supply device.
2. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the outer wall of the cleaning tub (1) is provided with multiple support legs (2) arranged in a circular array, and the bottom of the cleaning tub (1) is provided with a drain pipe (3).
3. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cleaning basket (4) has a rotating shaft (7) at both the bottom center and the top center. The cleaning basket (4) is rotatably connected to the cleaning bucket (1) through the rotating shaft (7). The rotating shaft (7) at the top of the cleaning basket (4) passes through the top plate of the cleaning bucket (1) and is connected to the driving device.
4. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 1 or 3, characterized in that: The drive device includes a protective cover (8) and a power motor (10). The protective cover (8) is fixed on the top of the cleaning tub (1). The power motor (10) is fixed on the side wall inside the protective cover (8). A drive gear (11) is fixedly sleeved on the output shaft of the power motor (10). The upper end of the rotating shaft (7) at the top of the cleaning basket (4) is located inside the protective cover (8), and a driven gear (9) is fixedly sleeved on this end. The drive gear (11) meshes with the power motor (10).
5. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer wall of the sealed door (19) is fixedly connected to a second handle (20) and a controller (21), and the power motor (10) is electrically connected to the controller (21).
6. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The water spraying components on the left and right sides of the cleaning tank (1) have the same structure and are arranged symmetrically with respect to the axis of the cleaning tank (1). The water spraying components include a vertical pipe (12) and spray pipes (13). The vertical pipe (12) is fixedly connected from top to bottom to a plurality of spray pipes (13) arranged at equal intervals. The end of each spray pipe (13) away from the vertical pipe (12) extends into the interior of the cleaning tank (1) and is fixedly connected thereto.
7. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 6, characterized in that: A horizontal pipe (14) is fixedly connected to the rear side of the top of the cleaning tub (1). A water pump (15) is fixedly connected to the lower side of the rear surface of the cleaning tub (1). A water pump (16) is fixedly connected to the water pump (15) at the water pump end. The end of the water pump (16) away from the water pump (15) is connected to an external water source. The water pump (15) is electrically connected to the controller (21).
8. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The water pump (15) is fixedly connected to a water delivery pipe (17) at its outlet end. The end of the water delivery pipe (17) away from the water pump (15) is fixedly connected to the center of the top of the horizontal pipe (14).
9. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 8, characterized in that: Both ends of the horizontal pipe (14) are fixedly connected to connecting pipes (18), and the two connecting pipes (18) are respectively connected to the vertical pipes (12) on the two water spraying components.
10. The tobacco leaf washing device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The vertical tube (12), the horizontal tube (14) and the connecting tube (18) are all made of transparent material.