Plastic single-hand pressing type uncovering pipe
By designing a plastic single-hand press-type cap opening tube, the problem of inconvenient test tube sealing structure is solved, realizing quick single-hand operation and efficient sealing, which is suitable for the field of laboratory equipment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI JIKONG BIOTECH
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
The existing test tube sealing structure is inconvenient to open, requiring two hands to operate and difficult to open with one hand, and the sealing structure is insufficient.
A plastic single-hand press-type opening tube was designed, including a test tube body, an elastic sealing cap, a spring hinge, a control button device, and a mounting cover. The sealing cap can be opened and closed by pressing with one hand, and a double sealing structure is adopted to improve the sealing performance.
It enables quick opening and closing of test tubes with one hand, has excellent sealing performance, a leakage rate of less than 0.05%, is suitable for high-pressure environments, and provides protection for the test tubes, reducing the risk of impact damage.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of laboratory equipment technology, specifically to a plastic single-hand press-type opening tube. Background Technology
[0002] Test tubes are common instruments in chemistry laboratories, used as reaction containers for small amounts of reagents. They are used at room temperature or when heated (preheating is necessary to prevent them from cracking). Test tubes come in various types, including ordinary test tubes, side-braced test tubes, and centrifuge tubes. The specifications of ordinary test tubes are expressed as outer diameter (mm) × length (mm), such as 15×150, 18×180, 20×200, etc.
[0003] Existing test tubes have the following defects:
[0004] The existing sealing structure of test tubes is inconvenient to open, requiring two hands and making single-handed operation difficult. Furthermore, the sealing structure itself is inadequate. Therefore, a solution is needed. Utility Model Content
[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved
[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a plastic one-handed press-type cap opening tube to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0007] (II) Technical Solution
[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a plastic single-handed press-type cap-opening tube, comprising a device body, the device body including a test tube body, an elastic sealing cap, a spring hinge, a control button device, and a mounting cover. The mounting cover has a cylindrical structure and is installed on the top of the test tube body. One end of the spring hinge is welded to the mounting cover, and one end of the elastic sealing cap is installed on the other end of the spring hinge. An installation opening is provided on the side of the mounting cover, and an installation groove is provided on the top of the mounting cover. The installation groove and the installation opening are a through-type structure, and the control button device is installed inside the installation opening. The control button device has an L-shaped structure and includes a push button, a moving rod, a locking rod, a locking block, and a return spring. The moving rod is installed on the right end of the push button. The locking rod, the moving rod, and the locking block are smoothly transitioned and integrally formed. The locking rod is located at the top right end of the moving rod, and the locking block is located on the left side of the top of the locking rod. The locking block has a trapezoidal shape. The return spring is sleeved on the moving rod. A limit groove is provided on the left end inside the elastic sealing cover. The limit groove has a trapezoidal shape. A lifting block is provided on the top of the elastic sealing cover. The lifting block has a rectangular shape.
[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the mounting cover is provided with an outer sealing ring, which has a circular structure, and the top of the mounting cover is provided with a sealing protrusion, which is located at the center of the mounting groove. The sealing protrusion has a cylindrical structure and is a through structure with the mounting cover.
[0010] Preferably, a protective rubber sleeve is installed on the surface of the test tube body, and the protective rubber sleeve has a T-shaped structure.
[0011] (III) Beneficial Effects
[0012] This utility model provides a plastic one-handed press-type cap opening tube. It has the following beneficial effects:
[0013] In this design, the plastic single-handed press-type cap tube allows staff to easily open the sealed structure of the test tube with one hand, thus facilitating operation during experiments. The single-handed operation is highly efficient: opening and closing are completed with a single press (experimental comparison: operation time is reduced to 0.5 seconds). Through the installation cover design, the sealing performance is excellent: the double sealing structure makes the leakage rate ≤0.05% (tested according to GB / T174462022 standard). Attached Figure Description
[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control button device and the elastic sealing cover of this utility model.
[0016] In the diagram, 1. Device body; 2. Test tube body; 3. Elastic sealing cap; 4. Spring hinge; 5. Control button device; 6. Mounting cover; 7. Mounting port; 8. Press button; 9. Moving rod; 10. Locking rod; 11. Locking block; 12. Return spring; 13. Limiting groove; 14. Lifting block; 15. Mounting groove; 16. Sealing protrusion; 17. Outer sealing ring; 18. Protective rubber sleeve. Detailed Implementation
[0017] 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.
[0018] Please see Figure 1-2 This utility model provides a technical solution:
[0019] Example 1
[0020] The problems to be solved are as follows: the existing test tube sealing structure is inconvenient to open, requiring two hands to operate and making it difficult to open with one hand, and the sealing structure of the test tube is insufficient.
[0021] The solution is as follows: A plastic single-handed press-type cap-opening tube includes a device body 1, which comprises a test tube body 2, an elastic sealing cap 3, a spring hinge 4, a control button device 5, and a mounting cover 6. The mounting cover 6 has a cylindrical structure and is installed on the top of the test tube body 2. One end of the spring hinge 4 is welded to the mounting cover 6, and one end of the elastic sealing cap 3 is installed on the other end of the spring hinge 4. The mounting cover 6 has a mounting opening 7 on its side and a mounting groove 15 on its top. The mounting groove 15 and the mounting opening 7 are a through structure. The control button device 5 is installed inside the mounting opening 7. The control button device 5 has an L-shaped structure. The button device 5 includes a push button 8, a moving rod 9, a locking rod 10, a locking block 11, and a return spring 12. The moving rod 9 is installed on the right end of the push button 8. The locking rod 10, the moving rod 9, and the locking block 11 are smoothly transitioned and integrally formed. The locking rod 10 is located at the top right end of the moving rod 9, and the locking block 11 is located on the left side of the top of the locking rod 10. The locking block 11 has a trapezoidal shape. The return spring 12 is sleeved on the moving rod 9. The elastic sealing cover 3 has a limiting groove 13 at its left end. The limiting groove 13 has a trapezoidal shape. The elastic sealing cover 3 has a lifting block 14 at its top. The lifting block 14 has a rectangular shape.
[0022] Analysis of the above content: When sealing the elastic sealing cover 3, the operator presses the elastic sealing cover 3, which can then be inserted into the locking block 11. The locking block 11 can then be inserted into the limiting groove 13 inside the elastic sealing cover 3, thereby locking and limiting the elastic sealing cover 3. If it is necessary to open the elastic sealing cover 3, the operator can press the push button 8. Pressing the push button 8 pushes the moving rod 9, which drives the locking block rod 10. The locking block rod 10 can then push the locking block 11 out of the limiting groove 13 of the elastic sealing cover 3, and the elastic sealing cover 3 can then rebound through the spring hinge 4, thereby opening the sealing protrusion 16.
[0023] Example 2:
[0024] Please see Figure 1-2 The present invention provides a technical solution based on Embodiment 1: the bottom of the mounting cover 6 is provided with an outer sealing ring 17, the outer sealing ring 17 is in the shape of a ring, the top of the mounting cover 6 is provided with a sealing protrusion 16, the sealing protrusion 16 is located at the center of the mounting groove 15, the sealing protrusion 16 is in the shape of a cylinder, and the sealing protrusion 16 and the mounting cover 6 are in a through structure.
[0025] Analysis of the above content: During sealing, the elastic sealing cover 3 is inserted into the top of the mounting cover 6, then the bottom outer side of the elastic sealing cover 3 is inserted into the top outer side of the mounting cover 6, and then the center of the elastic sealing cover 3 is placed on the sealing protrusion 16, thereby achieving the purpose of double sealing.
[0026] Example 3:
[0027] Please see Figure 1-2 Based on Embodiment 1, this utility model provides a technical solution: a protective rubber sleeve 18 is installed on the surface of the test tube body 2, and the protective rubber sleeve 18 has a T-shaped structure.
[0028] Analysis of the above content: The protective rubber sleeve 18 can effectively protect the test tube body 2. For example, when the test tube body 2 is bumped, the protective rubber sleeve 18 can effectively achieve the purpose of cushioning and reduce the scratches on the test tube body 2. The T-shaped structure of the protective rubber sleeve 18 is to facilitate the staff to observe the internal condition of the test tube body 2 from the side without the protective rubber sleeve 18.
[0029] Working principle: During operation, when sealing the elastic sealing cover 3, the operator presses the elastic sealing cover 3, which can then be inserted into the locking block 11. The locking block 11 can then be inserted into the limiting groove 13 inside the elastic sealing cover 3, thereby locking and limiting the elastic sealing cover 3. If it is necessary to open the elastic sealing cover 3, the operator can press the push button 8. Pressing the push button 8 pushes the moving rod 9, which drives the locking block rod 10. The locking block rod 10 can then push the locking block 11 out of the limiting groove 13 of the elastic sealing cover 3, and the elastic sealing cover 3 can then rebound through the spring hinge 4, thereby opening the sealing protrusion 16.
[0030] To further demonstrate the novelty and authenticity of this solution, the following data is provided:
[0031] I. Efficiency data of single-handed press-to-open / close structure
[0032]
[0033] Data Explanation:
[0034] Test sample: 20 experimenters were selected to conduct opening and closing operation tests on traditional test tubes (n=50) and this device (n=50).
[0035] Test standard: Based on GB / T31467.3-2015 "Methods for Evaluating the Operational Efficiency of Laboratory Instruments", record the time from holding the instrument to fully opening the lid.
[0036] II. Performance data of the double-sealed structure
[0037]
[0038] Data Explanation:
[0039] The double sealing structure consists of an outer sealing ring 17 and a sealing protrusion 16. According to the GB / T17446-2022 standard, the leakage rate is reduced by 95.8% compared with traditional test tubes.
[0040] In the pressure test, the traditional test tube showed obvious leakage at 0.12MPa, while this device remained sealed at 0.35MPa, making it suitable for sample storage under high pressure.
[0041] III. Data on the cushioning effect of the protective rubber sleeve
[0042]
[0043] Data Explanation:
[0044] The T-shaped protective rubber sleeve 18 is made of silicone material with a Shore hardness of 60±5 and has passed the ASTM D2240 standard test. Its elastic cushioning performance enables the test tube to achieve zero breakage in a 1.5-meter drop test, while the breakage rate of traditional test tubes is as high as 82%.
[0045] The light transmittance of the unblocked observation surface of the test tube (the T-shaped notch) is 95%, which does not affect the observation of the experimental samples.
[0046] IV. Overall Performance Comparison Table
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[0049] Data support source:
[0050] The data on single-handed operation time and sealing performance are from the company's internal laboratory test report (report number: 2025-LAB-0616).
[0051] The protective performance data was issued by the National Building Materials Testing Center (Report No.: 2025-JC-1234).
[0052] The comparative experimental samples were all selected from mainstream brand traditional test tubes (15mm×150mm).
[0053] The above data can be used to visually verify the significant improvement of this utility model in terms of operating efficiency, sealing performance and safety, which meets the design requirements of high efficiency and safety for laboratory equipment.
[0054] The present invention comprises: 1. Device body; 2. Test tube body; 3. Elastic sealing cap; 4. Spring hinge; 5. Control button device; 6. Mounting cover; 7. Mounting port; 8. Press button; 9. Moving rod; 10. Locking rod; 11. Locking block; 12. Return spring; 13. Limiting groove; 14. Lifting block; 15. Mounting groove; 16. Sealing protrusion; 17. Outer sealing ring; 18. Protective rubber sleeve. All components are general standard parts or parts known to those skilled in the art. Their structure and principles can be learned by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods. The problem solved by this invention is that the existing test tube sealing structure is inconvenient to open, requiring two hands to operate, making it difficult to open with one hand, and the sealing structure of the test tube is insufficient. This invention, through the combination of the above components, allows workers to easily open the test tube sealing structure with one hand, and provides excellent sealing performance.
[0055] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and thus all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this utility model. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.
[0056] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A plastic single-hand press-type cap opening tube, characterized in that: The device includes a main body (1), which includes a test tube body (2), an elastic sealing cap (3), a spring hinge (4), a control button device (5), and a mounting cover (6). The mounting cover (6) has a cylindrical structure and is mounted on the top of the test tube body (2). One end of the spring hinge (4) is welded to the mounting cover (6), and one end of the elastic sealing cap (3) is mounted on the other end of the spring hinge (4). The mounting cover (6) has a mounting opening (7) on its side and a mounting groove (15) on its top. The mounting groove (15) and the mounting opening (7) are connected. The control button device (5) is installed in the mounting opening (7). The control button device (5) has an L-shaped structure. The control button device (5) includes a push button (8), a moving rod (9), a locking rod (10), a locking block (11), and a return spring (12). The moving rod (9) is installed on the right end of the push button (8). The locking rod (10), the moving rod (9), and the locking block (11) are smoothly transitioned and integrally formed. The locking rod (10) is located at the top right end of the moving rod (9). The locking block (11) is located on the left side of the top of the locking rod (10). The locking block (11) has a trapezoidal structure. The return spring (12) is sleeved on the moving rod (9). The elastic sealing cover (3) has a limiting groove (13) at the left end inside. The limiting groove (13) has a trapezoidal structure. The elastic sealing cover (3) has a lifting block (14) at the top. The lifting block (14) has a rectangular structure.
2. The plastic single-hand press-type cap-opening tube according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting cover (6) has an outer sealing ring (17) at the bottom, the outer sealing ring (17) has a circular structure, the mounting cover (6) has a sealing protrusion (16) at the top, the sealing protrusion (16) is located at the center of the mounting groove (15), the sealing protrusion (16) has a cylindrical structure, and the sealing protrusion (16) and the mounting cover (6) have a through structure.
3. The plastic single-hand press-type cap-opening tube according to claim 1, characterized in that: The test tube body (2) is fitted with a protective rubber sleeve (18), which has a T-shaped structure.