A dispensing device

Abstract

This application provides a dispensing device, belonging to the field of dispensing technology. The dispensing device includes a dispensing component, a receiving component, and a separator. The dispensing component has at least two dispensing cavities, which are separated from each other. The receiving component has at least one receiving slot, each slot for receiving material from a corresponding dispensing cavity. The receiving component is located below the dispensing component. The separator is disposed on the dispensing component and is movable relative to the dispensing component to allow the dispensing cavity to communicate with or isolate the corresponding receiving slot. The at least two separated dispensing cavities separate the materials, reducing contact between them and thus reducing cross-contamination during the dispensing process. The at least two separated dispensing cavities facilitate the accommodating of different types of materials, preventing them from mixing. The dispensing device can simultaneously dispense multiple materials, improving the dispensing efficiency of different types of materials and reducing the possibility of errors in dispensing different types of materials.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of packaging technology, and more particularly to a packaging device. Background Technology

[0002] Biological diagnostic reagents are widely used in pharmaceuticals, clinical practice, and scientific research. However, they are unstable and easily contaminated in their liquid state. Therefore, biological diagnostic reagents are typically freeze-dried into solid materials for preservation and transportation, facilitating long-term storage.

[0003] Solid materials are typically packaged into containers for storage in three ways: first, through automated equipment; second, through manual handling using tweezers; and third, through a packaging device.

[0004] In related technologies, the dispensing device distributes materials into corresponding receiving tanks, which may cause cross-contamination of materials. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the related technical problems, embodiments of this application aim to provide a dispensing device to reduce cross-contamination of materials.

[0006] The technical solution of this application embodiment is implemented as follows:

[0007] This application provides a dispensing device, including:

[0008] The packaging assembly has at least two packaging cavities that are separated from each other.

[0009] A receiving component having at least one receiving slot, each of the receiving slots being used to receive material in a corresponding dispensing cavity, the receiving component being located below the dispensing component;

[0010] A separator is disposed on the dispensing assembly, the separator being movable relative to the dispensing assembly to communicate with or isolate the dispensing cavity from the corresponding receiving slot.

[0011] In some embodiments, the same receiving slot can communicate with at least two corresponding dispensing cavities.

[0012] In some embodiments, the dispensing assembly includes a dispensing member, a dispensing cavity formed in the dispensing member, the dispensing member having a through hole, each of the dispensing cavities communicating with at least one corresponding through hole, and a separator movable to communicate with or isolate the through hole from the corresponding receiving groove, the separator being located below the through hole.

[0013] In some embodiments, at least two of the dispensing cavities are first dispensing cavities, and the direction in which the at least two first dispensing cavities are arranged sequentially is a first direction, which is intersected with the vertical direction. At least one of the dispensing cavities is a second dispensing cavity, and the second dispensing cavity includes a guide channel extending along the first direction. The through hole includes a first through hole communicating with the first dispensing cavity and a second through hole communicating with the second dispensing cavity. The second through hole is located in the guide channel, and the first through hole is located at one end of the first dispensing cavity facing the guide channel. Each receiving slot is used to receive material in the corresponding first through hole and second through hole.

[0014] In some embodiments, the dispensing assembly has a first limiting portion and the separator has a second limiting portion, the first limiting portion abutting against the second limiting portion to limit the position of movement of the separator.

[0015] In some embodiments, the number of receiving slots is at least two, the separator has at least two communicating holes, each receiving slot is provided with a corresponding communicating hole, the at least two communicating holes are arranged at intervals, the separator moves to connect the corresponding dispensing cavity and the receiving slot with the communicating hole, or the separator moves to isolate the dispensing cavity from the corresponding receiving slot.

[0016] In some embodiments, the dispensing assembly includes a dispensing component and a mounting component. The mounting component is connected to the dispensing component and is located below the dispensing component. The dispensing cavity is formed in the dispensing component. The separator is partially located in the space enclosed by the mounting component and the dispensing component in the vertical direction. The mounting component has a guide hole that can communicate with the connecting hole and the receiving groove. Each receiving groove is provided with the guide hole.

[0017] In some embodiments, each of the dispensing cavities includes a first wall and a second wall on the side of the cavity facing the receiving component in the vertical direction. The first wall is located on the side of the second wall facing the receiving component in the vertical direction. The dispensing component has a through hole. Each dispensing cavity communicates with at least one corresponding through hole. The through hole is located on the second wall of the corresponding dispensing cavity. The first wall and the second wall are located on opposite sides of the corresponding dispensing cavity in a second direction. The second direction is arranged intersecting the vertical direction. The through hole is located at the same end of the corresponding dispensing cavity in the second direction.

[0018] In some embodiments, the dispensing device includes an elastic element connected to both the separator and the dispensing assembly, the elasticity of which causes the separator to move toward a position that isolates the dispensing cavity from the corresponding receiving slot.

[0019] In some embodiments, the receiving component includes a receiving box and a base, the receiving box being disposed on the base, and the receiving slot being formed in the receiving box;

[0020] The packaging assembly has a first positioning part, and the receiving box has a second positioning part. Along a direction intersecting the vertical direction, the first positioning part and the second positioning part abut against each other to position the receiving box and the packaging assembly.

[0021] The dispensing device provided in this application embodiment disposes of materials into the dispensing cavity of the dispensing component. The receiving component is located below the dispensing component, and the receiving tank is located below the dispensing cavity. When the dispensing cavity and the receiving tank are isolated, the material in the dispensing cavity cannot fall into the receiving tank. When the separator moves to connect the dispensing cavity with the corresponding receiving tank, the material in the dispensing cavity falls into the receiving tank under gravity, thus achieving material dispensing. At least two mutually separated dispensing cavities separate the materials, preventing material in one dispensing cavity from contacting material in another, reducing contact between materials and thus reducing cross-contamination during the dispensing process. The separator enables the dispensing cavity to connect with the corresponding receiving tank, allowing the material in the dispensing cavity to fall into the receiving tank under gravity. The dispensing device does not require additional structural components, resulting in a simpler structure and lower cost. The separator enables the dispensing cavity to connect with the corresponding receiving tank, allowing the material in the dispensing cavity to fall into the receiving tank under gravity, eliminating the need for material clamping and reducing the possibility of material breakage. The separator can move relative to the dispensing assembly to connect or isolate the dispensing cavity from the corresponding receiving tank. By controlling the movement of the separator, the material can be controlled to fall from the dispensing cavity into the receiving tank. This eliminates the need for manual counting, reduces the possibility of dispensing errors, and results in high dispensing accuracy for the dispensing device. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the dispensing device according to an embodiment of the present application. The diagram shows the first dispensing cavity and the second dispensing cavity, but the cover plate is not shown.

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Sectional view at point AA;

[0024] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Projected view at point B in the middle;

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Cross-sectional view at CC; the figure shows the partition plate positioned to connect the through hole and the connecting hole.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the dispensing device according to an embodiment of this application, where the cover plate is not shown.

[0027] Figure 6 This is an axial view of the dispensing device according to an embodiment of this application; the cover plate is not shown in the figure.

[0028] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the packaging apparatus according to an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0030] 1. Receiving assembly; 11. Receiving slot; 12. Receiving box; 121. Second positioning part; 13. Base; 131. Mounting cavity; 132. First notch; 133. Second notch; 14. Second mounting part; 2. Dispensing assembly; 21. Dispensing cavity; 211. First dispensing cavity; 212. Second dispensing cavity; 213. Guide channel; 214. Conveying channel; 215. First wall; 216. Second wall; 217. Third wall; 22. Dispensing component ; 221, Through hole; 2211, First through hole; 2212, Second through hole; 222, Sub-assembly body; 223, Cover plate; 23, Mounting component; 231, Guide hole; 24, First limiting part; 25, First mounting part; 26, First positioning part; 27, Feeding hole; 3, Separator; 31, Second limiting part; 32, Connecting hole; 33, Clearance hole; 4, Elastic component; R1, Up and down direction; R2, First direction; R3, Second direction. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0032] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features can form different embodiments and technical solutions. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the specific technical features in this application will not be described separately.

[0033] In the following description, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used merely to distinguish different objects and do not indicate that the objects have the sameness or relationship. It should be understood that the directional descriptions "above," "below," "outside," and "inside" refer to the directions in normal use, while "left" and "right" refer to the left and right directions shown in the corresponding diagrams, which may or may not be the left and right directions in normal use.

[0034] It should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. "A plurality of" means two or more.

[0035] In related technologies, at least one material is usually put into a dispensing device for dispensing. All materials in the dispensing device are mixed together, and the materials come into contact with each other during the dispensing process into the receiving tank, which can easily cause cross-contamination of the materials.

[0036] In related technologies, the manual use of tweezers to handle materials can easily crush them due to the clamping force applied by the tweezers. Manually using tweezers for material handling and packaging requires manual counting, which increases the possibility of picking up the wrong material, resulting in low packaging accuracy. Furthermore, since a single tweezer is typically used, material contamination of the tweezers can lead to cross-contamination, where the tweezers can then contaminate other materials.

[0037] In related technologies, automated equipment automatically dispenses materials. In order to ensure that the materials are placed into the container without breaking or contaminating them, the automated equipment needs to be equipped with robotic arms and suction cups to grip the materials. This results in the automated equipment having a complex structure and high cost.

[0038] For example, the material is freeze-dried pellets, which have a loose structure and low hardness, making them easy to break.

[0039] This application provides a packaging device; please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figures 1 to 7 The dispensing device includes a dispensing component 2, a receiving component 1, and a separator 3. The dispensing component 2 has at least two dispensing cavities 21, which are separated from each other. The receiving component 1 has at least one receiving slot 11, each receiving slot 11 for receiving material in the corresponding dispensing cavity 21. The receiving component 1 is located below the dispensing component 2. The separator 3 is disposed on the dispensing component 2 and is movable relative to the dispensing component 2 to allow the dispensing cavity 21 to communicate with or be isolated from the corresponding receiving slot 11.

[0040] It should be noted that the separation of the dispensing cavities 21 means that the materials will not come into contact with each other within the dispensing cavities 21.

[0041] It should be noted that the movement of the separator 3 to isolate the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving tank 11 means that the material in the dispensing cavity 21 cannot fall into the receiving tank 11. The dispensing cavity 21 and the corresponding receiving tank 11 can be completely disconnected, or the dispensing cavity 21 and the corresponding receiving tank 11 can be partially connected.

[0042] It should be noted that the movement of the separator 3 connects the dispensing cavity 21 with the corresponding receiving tank 11, allowing the material in the dispensing cavity 21 to fall into the receiving tank 11.

[0043] It should be noted that the same receiving tank 11 can be used to receive materials from at least one dispensing cavity 21.

[0044] It should be noted that the material in the same dispensing cavity 21 can only be received by the corresponding receiving tank 11.

[0045] For example, the number of dispensing cavities 21 is not limited. The number of dispensing cavities 21 can be two, three, four, five, or six.

[0046] For example, the number of receiving slots 11 is one, two, three, four, five, or six.

[0047] For example, the material is freeze-dried pellets.

[0048] For example, different types of materials can be placed in different dispensing cavities 21.

[0049] For example, the same type of material can be placed in different dispensing cavities 21.

[0050] In this embodiment, materials are placed into the dispensing cavity 21 of the dispensing component 2. The receiving component 1 is located below the dispensing component 2, and the receiving groove 11 is located below the dispensing cavity 21. When the dispensing cavity 21 is isolated from the receiving groove 11, the material in the dispensing cavity 21 cannot fall into the receiving groove 11. When the separator 3 moves to connect the dispensing cavity 21 with the corresponding receiving groove 11, the material in the dispensing cavity 21 falls into the receiving groove 11 under the action of gravity, thus realizing the dispensing of materials. At least two mutually separated dispensing cavities 21 separate the materials, and the material in each dispensing cavity 21 will not come into contact with the material in another dispensing cavity 21, reducing the contact between materials and thus reducing cross-contamination of materials during the dispensing process. The separator 3 enables the dispensing cavity 21 to connect with the corresponding receiving groove 11, and the material in the dispensing cavity 21 falls into the receiving groove 11 under the action of gravity. The dispensing device does not require other structural components, and the structure of the dispensing device is relatively simple and the cost is low. The separator 3 connects the dispensing cavity 21 to the corresponding receiving tank 11. Material in the dispensing cavity 21 falls into the receiving tank 11 under gravity, eliminating the need for material clamping and reducing the possibility of material breakage. The separator 3 can move relative to the dispensing assembly 2 to connect or isolate the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving tank 11. By controlling the movement of the separator 3, material can be controlled to fall from the dispensing cavity 21 into the receiving tank 11, eliminating the need for manual counting, reducing the possibility of dispensing errors, and resulting in high dispensing accuracy for the dispensing device.

[0051] At least two isolated dispensing cavities 21 can accommodate different types of materials, preventing them from mixing together. The dispensing device can dispense multiple materials simultaneously, improving the dispensing efficiency of different types of materials and reducing the possibility of errors in dispensing different types of materials.

[0052] For example, the packaging component 2 has at least three upwardly protruding cavity walls on the side opposite to the receiving component 1 along the vertical direction R1, and any two adjacent cavity walls enclose a packaging cavity 21.

[0053] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The same receiving slot 11 can be connected to at least two corresponding sub-packaging cavities 21.

[0054] For example, the same receiving tank 11 can be connected to two corresponding dispensing cavities 21, and the same receiving tank 11 is used to receive the materials in the two corresponding dispensing cavities 21.

[0055] For example, the same receiving tank 11 can be connected to three corresponding dispensing cavities 21, and the same receiving tank 11 is used to receive materials in two corresponding dispensing cavities 21.

[0056] For example, the number of receiving slots 11 is at least two, one of which can communicate with a corresponding dispensing cavity 21, and the other of which can communicate with three corresponding dispensing cavities 21.

[0057] In this embodiment, the same receiving tank 11 can communicate with at least two corresponding dispensing cavities 21. The dispensing device can dispense materials from at least two dispensing cavities 21 into one receiving tank 11 at a time. The dispensing device can be used flexibly as needed, making it suitable for various situations. The dispensing device can dispense at least two kinds of materials into one receiving tank 11 at a time, reducing the possibility of errors in dispensing different kinds of materials and improving the dispensing efficiency of different kinds of materials.

[0058] It is understood that the same receiving slot 11 may be connected to at least two corresponding dispensing cavities 21. For example, the same receiving slot 11 may be connected to one corresponding dispensing cavity 21.

[0059] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 The packaging assembly 2 includes a packaging member 22, a packaging cavity 21 formed in the packaging member 22, the packaging member 22 having a through hole 221, each packaging cavity 21 communicating with at least one corresponding through hole 221, and a separator 3 moving to communicate with or isolate the through hole 221 from the corresponding receiving groove 11, the separator 3 being located below the through hole 221.

[0060] For example, each through hole 221 can only hold a predetermined amount of material.

[0061] For example, the material is freeze-dried pellets, and the preset quantity is 1 pellet.

[0062] For example, the diameter of the through hole 221 is greater than or equal to the diameter of the freeze-dried ball.

[0063] For example, the diameter of the through hole 221 is less than twice the diameter of the freeze-dried ball.

[0064] It should be noted that the number of through holes 221 corresponding to each packaging cavity 21 is unlimited.

[0065] For example, each dispensing cavity 21 is connected to a corresponding through hole 221.

[0066] For example, each dispensing cavity 21 is connected to two corresponding through holes 221.

[0067] For example, each dispensing cavity 21 is connected to three corresponding through holes 221.

[0068] For example, one of the packaging cavities 21 is connected to a corresponding through hole 221, and one of the packaging cavities 21 is connected to two corresponding through holes 221.

[0069] In this embodiment, each dispensing cavity 21 is connected to at least one corresponding through hole 221. The separator 3 moves to connect or isolate the through hole 221 from the corresponding receiving groove 11. The material in the dispensing cavity 21 first falls into the through hole 221. When the through hole 221 is connected to the corresponding receiving groove 11, the material in the through hole 221 falls into the receiving groove 11. The volume of the through hole 221 is limited. The amount of material received by the receiving groove 11 can be better controlled through the through hole 221, making the dispensing device suitable for various situations.

[0070] It is understood that the packaging assembly 2 is not limited to having a through hole 221. Exemplarily, the packaging assembly 2 does not have a through hole 221, and the separator 3 is located below the packaging assembly 22, the separator 3 and the packaging assembly 22 enclosing the packaging cavity 21.

[0071] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 At least two dispensing cavities 21 are first dispensing cavities 211, and the direction in which the at least two first dispensing cavities 211 are arranged sequentially is a first direction R2. The first direction R2 is arranged intersecting with the vertical direction R1. At least one dispensing cavity 21 is a second dispensing cavity 212. The second dispensing cavity 212 includes a guide channel 213 extending along the first direction R2. The through hole 221 includes a first through hole 2211 communicating with the first dispensing cavity 211 and a second through hole 2212 communicating with the second dispensing cavity 212. The second through hole 2212 is located at one end of the guide channel 213 of the second dispensing cavity 212, and the first through hole 2211 is located at one end of the first dispensing cavity 211 facing the guide channel 213. Each receiving groove 11 is used to receive the material in the corresponding first through hole 2211 and second through hole 2212.

[0072] For example, the number of second dispensing cavities 212 is one, two, or three.

[0073] For example, the number of first dispensing cavities 211 is two, three, four, or five.

[0074] For example, the first direction R2 is parallel to the direction of movement of the separator 3.

[0075] For example, the first direction R2 is perpendicular to the vertical direction R1.

[0076] For example, different types of materials can be placed in different second packaging cavities 212, or the same type of materials can be placed in them.

[0077] In this embodiment, the through hole 221 corresponding to the second dispensing cavity 212 is located in the guide channel 213. The through hole 221 includes a first through hole 2211 communicating with the first dispensing cavity 211 and a second through hole 2212 communicating with the second dispensing cavity 212. The second through hole 2212 is located at one end of the guide channel 213 of the second dispensing cavity 212, and the first through hole 2211 is located at one end of the first dispensing cavity 211 facing the guide channel 213. The first through hole 2211 and the second through hole 2212 are arranged in the same direction. The first through hole 2211 and the second through hole 2212 are close to each other, which facilitates the conveying of materials in the first dispensing cavity 211 and the second dispensing cavity 212.

[0078] It is understood that the method is not limited to providing a second packaging cavity 212. For example, the through holes 221 corresponding to all packaging cavities 21 are arranged along the first direction R2.

[0079] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 The second dispensing cavity 212 also includes a conveying channel 214 connected to the guide channel 213, and the conveying channel 214 and the first dispensing cavity 211 are arranged along the first direction R2.

[0080] For example, the guide channel 213 is located at one end of the second dispensing cavity 212 along the second direction R3, the conveying channel 214 is located at the other end of the second dispensing cavity 212 along the second direction R3, the dispensing component 22 has a feeding hole 27 for dispensing materials, the through hole 221 is located at one end of the second dispensing cavity 212 along the second direction R3 toward the guide channel 213, the feeding hole 27 is located at one end of the second dispensing cavity 212 along the second direction R3 toward the conveying channel 214, and the first direction R2 is arranged to intersect with the second direction R3 and the vertical direction R1 respectively.

[0081] For example, the second direction R3 is perpendicular to the vertical direction R1.

[0082] For example, the first direction R2 is perpendicular to the second direction R3.

[0083] In this embodiment of the application, the second dispensing cavity 212 further includes a conveying channel 214 communicating with the guide channel 213. The conveying channel 214 of the second dispensing cavity 212 and the first dispensing cavity 211 are arranged along the first direction R2, so as to facilitate the feeding of materials into the first dispensing cavity 211 and the second dispensing cavity 212 at the same end.

[0084] It is understood that the conveying channel 214 and the first dispensing cavity 211 are not limited to being arranged along the first direction R2. For example, the arrangement direction of the conveying channel 214 and the first dispensing cavity 211 intersects the first direction R2.

[0085] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1The first dispensing cavity 211 is provided with a second dispensing cavity 212 on both sides of the first direction R2, and all the first dispensing cavities 211 are located between the two conveying channels 214.

[0086] In this embodiment of the application, the first dispensing cavity 211 is provided with second dispensing cavities 212 on both sides of the first direction R2. All the first dispensing cavities 211 are located between the two conveying channels 214, which makes it convenient to configure different kinds of materials in the second dispensing cavities 212 at both ends of the first direction R2 and combine them with the materials in the first dispensing cavity 211, so that the dispensing device is suitable for a variety of situations.

[0087] It is understood that the first dispensing cavity 211 is not limited to having second dispensing cavities 212 on both opposite sides along the first direction R2. For example, the second dispensing cavity 212 is located on one side of the first dispensing cavity 211 along the first direction R2.

[0088] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 The packaging component 2 has a first limiting part 24, and the separator 3 has a second limiting part 31. The first limiting part 24 and the second limiting part 31 abut against each other to limit the position of the separator 3.

[0089] For example, the first limiting part 24 is a limiting protrusion protruding from the side of the separator 3 in the vertical direction R1 of the sub-assembly 2, and the second limiting part 31 is a limiting hole, in which the limiting protrusion moves.

[0090] In this embodiment, the packaging component 2 has a first limiting part 24, and the separator 3 has a second limiting part 31. The first limiting part 24 and the second limiting part 31 abut against each other to restrict the position and distance of movement of the separator 3, thereby reducing the exposure of the separator 3 and the possibility of contamination, thus reducing the possibility of material contamination. The smaller movement distance of the separator 3 reduces the squeezing and friction of the separator 3 on the material during movement, reducing the possibility of material breakage.

[0091] It is understood that the position where the first limiting part 24 and the second limiting part 31 restrict the movement of the separator 3 is not limited to this. Exemplarily, the separator 3 can be completely removed from under the packaging assembly 2.

[0092] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 7The number of receiving slots 11 is at least two, and the separator 3 has at least two connecting holes 32. The at least two connecting holes 32 are arranged at intervals. Each receiving slot 11 is provided with a corresponding connecting hole 32. The separator 3 can be moved to connect the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 with the receiving slot 11 through the connecting hole 32, or the separator 3 can be moved to isolate the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving slot 11.

[0093] It should be noted that the connection between the connecting hole 32 and the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 and the receiving tank 11 means that the material in the dispensing cavity 21 can pass through the connecting hole 32 and fall into the receiving tank 11.

[0094] For example, the connecting hole 32 connects the corresponding receiving groove 11 and the corresponding through hole 221.

[0095] For example, when the separator 3 is moved to a position that isolates the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11, the projection area of ​​the wall of the connecting hole 32 along the vertical direction R1 is offset from the projection area of ​​the wall of the through hole 221. That is, the projection area of ​​the wall of the connecting hole 32 does not coincide with the projection area of ​​the wall of the through hole 221, and the edge line of the projection area of ​​the wall of the connecting hole 32 may contact the edge line of the projection area of ​​the wall of the through hole 221.

[0096] For example, when the separator 3 is moved to a position that isolates the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11, the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the connecting hole 32 and the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the through hole 221 partially overlaps along the vertical direction R1, but is not enough to allow the material to fall through the connecting hole 32 into the receiving groove 11.

[0097] For example, the separator 3 moves to connect the corresponding through hole 221 and the receiving groove 11 through the connecting hole 32, and the separator 3 moves to isolate the corresponding through hole 221 and the receiving groove 11.

[0098] For example, the material is freeze-dried pellets. Freeze-dried pellets are lightweight and may be affected by static electricity during their fall.

[0099] For example, the maximum allowable movement distance of the separator 3 is equal to the diameter of the through hole 221.

[0100] For example, along the moving direction of the separator 3, the maximum distance between the hole walls on both sides of the connecting hole 32 is equal to the diameter of the through hole 221.

[0101] For example, along the moving direction of the separator 3, the center distance between any two adjacent connecting holes 32 is equal to twice the diameter of the through hole 221.

[0102] In this embodiment, when the separator 3 moves to connect the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 and the receiving groove 11 via the connecting hole 32, the material in the dispensing cavity 21 can fall into the receiving groove 11. When the separator 3 moves to separate the dispensing cavity 21 from the receiving groove 11, the material in the dispensing cavity 21 cannot fall into the receiving groove 11. At least two connecting holes 32 are arranged at intervals, each connecting hole 32 connecting the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 and the receiving groove 11. Each dispensing cavity 21 has a corresponding connecting hole 32 below it. The connecting holes 32 can restrict the movement path of the material during the falling process, reducing the possibility of the material deviating during the falling process. Each connecting hole 32 connects the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 and the receiving groove 11. Each dispensing cavity 21 has a corresponding connecting hole 32 below it. The connecting holes 32 can reduce the contact between materials during the falling process, reducing cross-contamination of materials.

[0103] It is understood that the separator 3 is not limited to having at least two connecting holes 32. For example, the separator 3 is not provided with connecting holes 32, and along the vertical direction R1, the separator 3 is completely moved out between the through hole 221 and the receiving groove 11, so that the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 is directly connected to the receiving groove 11.

[0104] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 The packaging assembly 2 includes a packaging component 22 and a mounting component 23. The mounting component 23 is connected to the packaging component 22 and is located below the packaging component 22. The packaging cavity 21 is formed in the packaging component 22. The separator 3 is located in the space enclosed by the mounting component 23 and the packaging component 22 along the vertical direction R1. The mounting component 23 has a guide hole 231, which can connect the connecting hole 32 and the receiving groove 11. Each receiving groove 11 is provided with a guide hole 231.

[0105] It should be noted that when the separator 3 moves to connect the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 and the receiving groove 11 with the connecting hole 32, the connecting hole 32 connects with the guide hole 231, and the guide hole 231 connects the connecting hole 32 and the receiving groove 11; when the separator 3 moves to isolate the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11, the connecting hole 32 and the guide hole 231 do not connect.

[0106] It should be noted that the guide hole 231 connects the connecting hole 32 and the receiving groove 11 so that the material can pass through the guide hole 231 from the connecting hole 32 and fall into the receiving groove 11.

[0107] It should be noted that when the separator 3 moves to isolate the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11, the connecting hole 32 and the guide hole 231 are not connected, so that the material cannot pass through the guide hole 231 from the connecting hole 32 and fall into the receiving groove 11. The connecting hole 32 and the guide hole 231 can be completely disconnected, or the connecting hole 32 and the guide hole 231 can be partially connected.

[0108] For example, when the separator 3 moves to connect the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 and the receiving groove 11 through the connecting hole 32, the connecting hole 32 connects to the through hole 221, the connecting hole 32 connects to the guide hole 231, and the through hole 221 connects to the receiving groove 11.

[0109] Mounting component 23 is fixed relative to sub-assembly component 22.

[0110] For example, the mounting part 23 is bolted to the sub-assembly part 22.

[0111] For example, the diameter of the guide hole 231 is equal to the diameter of the through hole 221.

[0112] For example, when projected along the vertical direction R1, the projection area of ​​the guide hole 231 coincides with the projection area of ​​the through hole 221.

[0113] In this embodiment, the mounting member 23 is installed on the dispensing member 22. The separator 3 is located within the space enclosed by the mounting member 23 and the dispensing member 22 along the vertical direction R1. The mounting member 23 is positioned between the separator 3 and the receiving component 1 along the vertical direction R1. The mounting member 23 can reduce the gap between the separator 3 and the receiving component 1, reducing the amount of material that may drift into the gap. The guide hole 231 connects the connecting hole 32 and the receiving groove 11. During the falling process, the material passes through the connecting hole 32 and the guide hole 231 in sequence and falls into the receiving groove 11. The guide hole 231 further restricts the movement path of the material, better controlling the material to fall into the designated position in the receiving groove 11, and further reducing the possibility of material falling outside the receiving groove 11 and causing dispensing errors. The guide hole 231 can reduce the contact between materials during the falling process, reducing cross-contamination.

[0114] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The limiting hole of the separator 3 is a through hole, and the mounting part 23 has a first hole on the side facing the separator 3 along the vertical direction R1. The limiting protrusion passes through the limiting hole and extends into the first hole.

[0115] In some embodiments, the separator 3 has a clearance hole 33 for avoiding bolts.

[0116] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4When the connecting hole 32 connects the through hole 221 and the guide hole 231, the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the through hole 221 is located within the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the connecting hole 32 when projected along the vertical direction R1.

[0117] In some embodiments, when the connecting hole 32 connects the through hole 221 and the guide hole 231, and is projected along the vertical direction R1, the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the guide hole 231 is located within the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the connecting hole 32.

[0118] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The mounting component 23 abuts against the separator 3 and the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1.

[0119] In this embodiment, the mounting component 23 abuts against the separator 3 and the receiving component 1 along the vertical direction R1, thereby reducing the gap between the mounting component 23 and the separator 3, reducing the gap between the mounting component 23 and the receiving component 1, and reducing the possibility of the material getting stuck during the falling process.

[0120] It is understood that the mounting member 23 is not limited to abutting against the separator 3 and the receiving component 1 respectively in the vertical direction R1. Exemplarily, the mounting member 23 is isolated from the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1.

[0121] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The separator 3 abuts against the sub-assembly 22 and the mounting part 23 along the vertical direction R1.

[0122] In this embodiment, the separator 3 abuts against the packaging component 22 and the mounting component 23 along the vertical direction R1, thereby reducing the gap between the separator 3 and the mounting component 23 and the gap between the separator 3 and the packaging component 22, and reducing the possibility of the material getting stuck in the gap during the falling process.

[0123] It is understood that the separator 3 is not limited to abutting against the sub-assembly 22 and the mounting member 23 respectively along the vertical direction R1. Exemplarily, the separator 3 is isolated from the sub-assembly 22 along the vertical direction R1.

[0124] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The mounting component 23 abuts against the separator 3 and the receiving component 1 along the vertical direction R1, and the separator 3 abuts against the packaging component 22 and the mounting component 23 along the vertical direction R1.

[0125] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 5Each packaging cavity 21 has a first wall 215 and a second wall 216 on the side of the cavity facing the receiving component 1 along the vertical direction R1. The first wall 215 is located on the side of the second wall 216 facing the receiving component 1 along the vertical direction R1. The packaging component 2 has a through hole 221. Each packaging cavity 21 is connected to at least one corresponding through hole 221. The through hole 221 is located on the second wall 216 of the corresponding packaging cavity 21. The first wall 215 and the second wall 216 are respectively located on opposite sides of the corresponding packaging cavity 21 along the second direction R3. The second direction R3 is arranged intersecting the vertical direction R1. The through hole 221 is located at the same end of the corresponding packaging cavity 21 along the second direction R3.

[0126] For example, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 The dispensing assembly 2 has a feeding hole 27 for feeding materials. Each dispensing cavity 21 is connected to the corresponding feeding hole 27. The feeding hole 27 is located on the side of the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 away from the through hole 221 along the second direction R3.

[0127] For example, the second direction R3 is arranged intersecting the first direction R2.

[0128] For example, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 5 An inclined third wall 217 is provided between the first wall 215 and the second wall 216, and the third wall 217 connects the first wall 215 and the second wall 216. The third wall 217 facilitates the rolling of materials between the first wall 215 and the second wall 216.

[0129] For example, please refer to Figure 1 The first wall 215 of the second dispensing cavity 212 includes a portion of the cavity wall of the corresponding conveying channel 214 facing the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1. The third wall 217 of the second dispensing cavity 212 includes a portion of the cavity wall of the corresponding conveying channel 214 facing the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1. The second wall 216 of the second dispensing cavity 212 includes a cavity wall of the corresponding guiding channel 213 facing the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1.

[0130] For example, please refer to Figure 1 The second wall 216 of the second dispensing cavity 212 includes a portion of the cavity wall of the corresponding conveying channel 214 facing the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1.

[0131] In this embodiment, along the vertical direction R1, the first wall 215 is located on the side of the second wall 216 facing the receiving component 1. The dispensing component 2 has a through hole 221. Each dispensing cavity 21 is connected to at least one corresponding through hole 221. The through hole 221 is located on the second wall 216 of the corresponding dispensing cavity 21. The height of the first wall 215 is lower than the height of the second wall 216. The first wall 215 and the second wall 216 are located on opposite sides of the corresponding dispensing cavity 21 along the second direction R3. When there is material in the through hole 221, the dispensing component 2 can be tilted along the second direction R3 to make the material roll towards the first wall 215 along the second direction R3, storing the remaining material in the dispensing cavity 21 at the position of the first wall 215, so that there is no excess material on the second wall 216. The height of the first wall 215 is low, and the possibility of the remaining material accidentally falling into the through hole 221 is low. This can better control the amount of material dispensed at one time and reduce the possibility of dispensing quantity errors. The first wall 215 and the second wall 216 are set at different heights. The first wall 215 can store more material, and more material can be put into the dispensing chamber 21 at one time for dispensing, reducing the number of feeding times and improving dispensing efficiency.

[0132] It is understood that the dispensing cavity 21 is not limited to having a first wall 215 and a second wall 216 with different heights. Exemplarily, the cavity wall height of each dispensing cavity 21 on the side facing the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1 is substantially the same.

[0133] In some embodiments, after the material is placed into the dispensing cavity 21, the dispensing component 2 is tilted along the second direction R3, so that the material moves along the second direction R3 toward the second wall 216 and falls into the through hole 221. After all the through holes 221 are filled with material, the dispensing component 2 is tilted again along the second direction R3, so that the excess material outside the through hole 221 moves along the second direction R3 toward the first wall 215, so that all the excess material outside the through hole 221 is gathered at the position of the first wall 215, and there is no excess material on the second wall 216. Then the separator 3 is moved so that the through hole 221 is connected to the receiving groove 11, and the material in the through hole 221 falls into the receiving groove 11, completing one material dispensing operation.

[0134] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The dispensing device includes an elastic element 4, which is connected to the separator 3 and the dispensing assembly 2 respectively. The elastic force of the elastic element 4 causes the separator 3 to move to a position that isolates the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11.

[0135] It should be noted that when it is necessary to connect the dispensing cavity 21 with the corresponding receiving groove 11, an external force is applied to the separator 3 to overcome the elastic force of the elastic member 4; when it is necessary to isolate the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11, the external force is removed, and the elastic force of the elastic member 4 drives the separator 3 to move to the position that isolates the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11.

[0136] In this embodiment, the dispensing device includes an elastic element 4, which is connected to the separator 3 and the dispensing assembly 2 respectively. The elastic force of the elastic element 4 causes the separator 3 to move toward the side that isolates the dispensing cavity 21 from the receiving groove 11. The elastic force of the elastic element 4 causes the separator 3 to automatically move to the position that isolates the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11, thereby improving the automation level of the dispensing device.

[0137] It is understandable that the dispensing device may not have the elastic element 4, and the separator 3 may be moved to the position that isolates the dispensing cavity 21 from the corresponding receiving groove 11 by external force.

[0138] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 The packaging component 2 has a first mounting portion 25, and the receiving component 1 has a second mounting portion 14. Along the direction intersecting the vertical direction R1, the first mounting portion 25 and the second mounting portion 14 abut against each other to restrict the position of the packaging component 2 and the receiving component 1.

[0139] For example, the first mounting part 25 abuts against the second mounting part 14 along the first direction R2.

[0140] For example, the first mounting part 25 abuts against the second mounting part 14 along the second direction R3.

[0141] For example, the first mounting portion 25 protrudes toward the receiving component 1 in the vertical direction R1, and the second mounting portion 14 is recessed away from the packaging component 2 in the vertical direction R1, with a portion of the first mounting portion 25 located inside the second mounting portion 14.

[0142] For example, the number of first mounting parts 25 is four.

[0143] For example, the first mounting part 25 is located on the side of the packaging assembly 2 facing the receiving assembly 1 in the vertical direction R1.

[0144] For example, the first mounting part 25 includes a first sub-mounting part and a second sub-mounting part.

[0145] For example, when projected along the vertical direction R1, the projection area of ​​the first sub-mounting part is different in size from that of the second sub-mounting part.

[0146] For example, when projected along the moving direction of the separator 3, the projection area of ​​the first sub-mounting part and the projection area of ​​the second sub-mounting part do not overlap at least partially. When projected along directions that intersect the moving direction of the separator 3 and the vertical direction R1 respectively, the projection area of ​​the first sub-mounting part and the projection area of ​​the second sub-mounting part do not overlap at least partially.

[0147] In this embodiment, along the direction intersecting with the vertical direction R1, the first mounting part 25 and the second mounting part 14 abut against each other to restrict the position of the dispensing component 2 and the receiving component 1. By positioning the dispensing component 2 and the receiving component 1 through the first mounting part 25 and the second mounting part 14, the position of the dispensing component 2 on the receiving component 1 is better determined, which is beneficial to the alignment of the dispensing cavity 21 and the receiving groove 11.

[0148] It is understandable that the packaging component 2 may not have a first mounting part 25, and the receiving component 1 may not have a second mounting part 14.

[0149] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 The receiving component 1 includes a receiving box 12 and a base 13. The receiving box 12 is disposed on the base 13, and a receiving groove 11 is formed in the receiving box 12. The dispensing component 2 has a first positioning part 26, and the receiving box 12 has a second positioning part 121. Along the direction intersecting with the vertical direction R1, the first positioning part 26 and the second positioning part 121 abut against each other to position the receiving box 12 and the dispensing component 2.

[0150] For example, the first positioning part 26 is a protruding post protruding towards the receiving box 12 in the vertical direction R1, and the second positioning part 121 is a recessed groove away from the packaging assembly 2 in the vertical direction R1. The protruding post abuts against the groove wall to position the receiving box 12 and the packaging assembly 2.

[0151] For example, the first positioning part 26 is a groove and the second positioning part 121 is a protrusion.

[0152] For example, a first positioning part 26 is formed on the packaging part 22, and the first positioning part 26 is located on the side of the packaging part 22 facing the receiving box 12 in the vertical direction R1.

[0153] For example, the second mounting part 14 is formed on the base 13.

[0154] In this embodiment, a receiving groove 11 is formed on the receiving box 12, and a second mounting part 14 is formed on the base 13. Along the direction intersecting the vertical direction R1, a first positioning part 26 and a second positioning part 121 abut against each other to position the receiving box 12 and the dispensing component 2. The first positioning part 26 and the second positioning part 121 cooperate to precisely position the relative positions of the receiving box 12 and the dispensing component 2, ensuring that the material in the dispensing cavity 21 accurately falls into the designated position within the receiving groove 11. Before the first positioning part 26 and the second positioning part 121 precisely position the dispensing component 2 and the receiving box 12, the second mounting part 14 and the first mounting part 25 cooperate to initially position the base 13 and the dispensing component 2, facilitating the positioning of the dispensing component 2 and the receiving box 12.

[0155] It is understandable that the packaging component 2 may not have the first positioning part 26, and the receiving box 12 may not have the second positioning part 121.

[0156] In some embodiments, the base 13 has a mounting cavity 131, and the receiving box 12 is at least partially located within the mounting cavity 131, with the receiving box 12 abutting against the cavity wall of the mounting cavity 131.

[0157] For example, in the direction intersecting the vertical direction R1, the cavity walls of the mounting cavity 131 on opposite sides along one of the directions have a first notch 132, through which the receiving box 12 protrudes from the base 13, facilitating receiving from and removing from the base 13.

[0158] For example, one side wall of the mounting cavity 131 has a positioning protrusion, and the receiving box 12 has a positioning groove. The positioning protrusion is located in the positioning groove to position the receiving box 12 and the base 13.

[0159] For example, in a direction intersecting the vertical direction R1, the base 13 has a second notch 133 along one of the directions, and the dispensing component 2 is partially located above the second notch 133 to facilitate the removal of the dispensing component 2 from the base 13 through the second notch 133.

[0160] In some embodiments, the number of first mounting portions 25 is at least two, the number of first positioning portions 26 is at least two, and the angle between the arrangement direction of the at least two first positioning portions 26 and the arrangement direction of the at least two first mounting portions 25 is greater than 0 and less than 90°.

[0161] In some embodiments, when the separator 3 moves to connect the through hole 221 with the receiving groove 11, the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the through hole 221 is located within the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the connecting hole 32, and the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the guide hole 231 is located within the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the connecting hole 32.

[0162] For example, when the separator 3 moves to connect the through hole 221 with the receiving groove 11, the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the through hole 221 along the vertical direction R1 coincides with the projection area of ​​the hole wall of the guide hole 231.

[0163] For example, the diameter of the guide hole 231 is equal to the diameter of the through hole 221.

[0164] For example, the material of the packaging component 2 is aluminum alloy.

[0165] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 7 The sub-assembly component 22 includes a cover plate 223 and a sub-assembly body 222. The cover plate 223 is connected to the sub-assembly body 222. The cover plate 223 and the sub-assembly body 222 enclose a sub-assembly cavity 21. The cover plate 223 is located above the sub-assembly body 222. A through hole 221 is formed in the sub-assembly body 222.

[0166] For example, the feeding hole 27 is formed in the dispensing body 222.

[0167] For example, the cover plate 223 is detachably connected to the packaging body 222.

[0168] For example, the cover plate 223 is bolted to the sub-assembly body 222.

[0169] For example, the cover plate 223 is made of a transparent material.

[0170] For example, the cover plate 223 is made of transparent acrylic material.

[0171] In the description of this application, the terms "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine different embodiments or examples described in this application, as well as features of different embodiments or examples.

[0172] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A dispensing device, characterized in that, Comprising: A sub-packaging component having at least two sub-packaging cavities separated from each other; A receiving component having at least one receiving groove, each of the receiving grooves being for receiving the material in the corresponding sub-packaging cavity, the receiving component being located below the sub-packaging component; A separator disposed on the sub-packaging component, the separator being movable relative to the sub-packaging component to connect or isolate the sub-packaging cavity from the corresponding receiving groove.

2. The dispensing device according to claim 1, wherein The same receiving groove can be connected to at least two corresponding sub-packaging cavities.

3. The dispensing device according to claim 1, wherein The sub-packaging component includes a sub-packaging member, the sub-packaging cavities are formed in the sub-packaging member, the sub-packaging member has through holes, each sub-packaging cavity is connected to at least one corresponding through hole, the separator moves to connect or isolate the through hole from the corresponding receiving groove, and the separator is located below the through hole.

4. The dispensing device according to claim 3, characterized in that At least two of the sub-packaging cavities are first sub-packaging cavities, the direction in which at least two of the first sub-packaging cavities are arranged in sequence is the first direction, the first direction intersects with the up-down direction, at least one of the sub-packaging cavities is a second sub-packaging cavity, the second sub-packaging cavity includes a guiding flow channel extending along the first direction, the through holes include a first through hole connected to the first sub-packaging cavity and a second through hole connected to the second sub-packaging cavity, the second through hole is located in the guiding flow channel, the first through hole is located at one end of the first sub-packaging cavity facing the guiding flow channel, and each receiving groove is for receiving the material in the corresponding first through hole and the second through hole.

5. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The sub-packaging component has a first limiting portion, the separator has a second limiting portion, and the first limiting portion abuts against the second limiting portion to limit the position of the movement of the separator.

6. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that The number of the receiving grooves is at least two, the separator has at least two communication holes, each receiving groove is correspondingly provided with a communication hole, at least two of the communication holes are arranged at intervals, and the separator moves to connect the communication hole to the corresponding sub-packaging cavity and the receiving groove, or the separator moves to isolate the sub-packaging cavity from the corresponding receiving groove.

7. The dispensing device according to claim 6, wherein The sub-packaging component includes a sub-packaging member and a mounting member, the mounting member is connected to the sub-packaging member, the mounting member is located below the sub-packaging member, the sub-packaging cavities are formed in the sub-packaging member, the separator is partially located in the space enclosed by the mounting member and the sub-packaging member in the up-down direction, the mounting member has a guiding hole, the guiding hole can connect the communication hole to the receiving groove, and each receiving groove is correspondingly provided with a guiding hole.

8. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The cavity wall of each sub-packaging cavity facing the receiving component in the up-down direction includes a first wall and a second wall, along the up-down direction, the first wall is located on the side of the second wall facing the receiving component, the sub-packaging component has through holes, each sub-packaging cavity is connected to at least one corresponding through hole, the through hole is located in the second wall of the corresponding sub-packaging cavity, the first wall and the second wall are respectively located on opposite sides of the corresponding sub-packaging cavity along the second direction, the second direction intersects with the up-down direction, and the through hole is located at the same end of the corresponding sub-packaging cavity along the second direction.

9. The dispensing device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The dispensing device includes an elastic member, the elastic member is respectively connected to the partition member and the dispensing component, and the elastic force of the elastic member causes the partition member to move to a position where the dispensing cavity is isolated from the corresponding receiving groove.

10. The sub-packaging device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The receiving component includes a receiving box and a base, the receiving box is disposed on the base, and the receiving groove is formed in the receiving box; The dispensing component has a first positioning portion, the receiving box has a second positioning portion, and along a direction intersecting the vertical direction, the first positioning portion abuts against the second positioning portion to position the receiving box and the dispensing component.

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