A cleaning device for a pipe crystallization plant

By designing an automated pipe crystallization cleaning device, which employs a hammer and drive components, the problem of low efficiency in traditional manual pipe crystallization cleaning has been solved. This achieves efficient and safe pipe crystallization cleaning, ensuring production continuity and equipment stability.

CN224346575UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-12JIANGXI YONGXING SPECIAL STEEL NEW ENERGY TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JIANGXI YONGXING SPECIAL STEEL NEW ENERGY TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-27
Publication Date
2026-06-12

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Technical Problem

Traditional methods of cleaning crystallized pipes rely on manual tapping, which results in high labor intensity and low efficiency for workers, affecting the continuity of production.

Method used

A device for cleaning crystallized pipes was designed, which uses a hammer as the cleaning tool and is powered by a drive component to achieve automated cleaning. The device includes a hammer body, a pipe placement area, a hammer, and a drive component. The working parameters of the hammer are controlled by a control cabinet and a compressed air storage tank.

🎯Benefits of technology

It significantly improves cleaning efficiency, reduces the need for manual operation, lowers the labor intensity of workers, ensures the continuity and safety of production, and extends the life of equipment.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a device for cleaning crystallized pipes, including a striking device body, a pipe placement area, a striking hammer, and a driving component. The striking device body is equipped with a support, and both the pipe placement area and the striking hammer are mounted on the support, with the pipe placement area located below the striking hammer. The driving component is connected to the striking hammer and includes a control cabinet and a compressed air storage tank. The compressed air storage tank has an air outlet, which is connected to the air inlet of the striking hammer via a pipe to provide power to the striking hammer. The control cabinet is connected to the control module of the striking hammer via a cable to control the operating parameters of the striking hammer. This device uses a striking hammer as a cleaning tool and is powered by a driving component, thus automating the cleaning process, significantly reducing the need for manual operation, and greatly improving cleaning efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline cleaning technology, specifically a device for cleaning pipeline crystals. Background Technology

[0002] In the lithium carbonate manufacturing process, after a period of use, crystals will form on the inner wall of the material pipeline, causing the pipe diameter to become smaller and smaller, affecting the material conveying flow. Every once in a while, on average about once a week, the crystals in the pipeline need to be cleaned to ensure the normal operation of production. The traditional cleaning method is to manually knock the pipeline to loosen and shake out the crystals inside. This cleaning method is labor-intensive and inefficient. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to solve the above-mentioned technical problems and thus provide a device for cleaning crystallized pipes.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] This invention provides a device for cleaning crystallization in pipes.

[0006] The device includes a striker body, a pipe placement area, a striking air hammer, and a drive component. The striker body is equipped with a support, and both the pipe placement area and the striking air hammer are mounted on the support, with the pipe placement area located below the striking air hammer. The drive component is connected to the striking air hammer and includes a control cabinet and a compressed air storage tank. The compressed air storage tank has an air outlet, which is connected to the air inlet of the striking air hammer via a pipe to provide power to the striking air hammer. The control cabinet is connected to the control module of the striking air hammer via a cable to control the operating parameters of the striking air hammer.

[0007] Optionally, the drive component further includes an intake valve, a safety valve, and a pressure gauge. The compressed air storage tank is provided with an intake port. The intake valve is connected to the intake port through a pipe to control the entry of external compressed air into the compressed air storage tank. The pressure gauge is installed on the compressed air storage tank through a pressure gauge connector to display the pressure inside the tank in real time. The safety valve is installed on the compressed air storage tank to automatically open and release pressure when the pressure inside the tank exceeds a set value. The control cabinet is also connected to the electric actuator of the intake valve through a cable to control the opening and closing of the intake valve.

[0008] Optionally, the pipe placement area is an arc-shaped groove structure, the curvature of which is adapted to the outer diameter of the pipe to be cleaned and crystallized, for stable placement of the pipe.

[0009] Optionally, the striking hammer is configured with at least three sets, with the three sets of striking hammers spaced apart, and the pipe placement points are configured in a one-to-one correspondence with the striking hammers.

[0010] Optionally, the bottom of the compressed air storage tank is provided with a shock-absorbing layer.

[0011] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0012] Traditional methods of cleaning crystallized pipes rely on manual tapping, which is labor-intensive and inefficient. The device proposed in this application uses a pneumatic hammer as the cleaning tool and provides power through a drive component, thereby automating the cleaning process, significantly reducing the need for manual operation, and greatly improving cleaning efficiency. For example, in the lithium carbonate manufacturing process, the pipe crystallization cleaning work that originally required a long time to complete manually can be completed in a shorter time with the use of this device, ensuring the continuity of production. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a front view of the main structure of the percussion device of this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the drive component structure of this utility model.

[0015] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1-Main body of the hammer, 2-Pipe placement, 3-Pound hammer, 4-Control cabinet, 5-Compressed air storage tank, 6-Outlet, 7-Safety valve, 8-Pressure gauge, 9-Inlet valve. Detailed Implementation

[0016] The technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0017] Example:

[0018] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this utility model provides a device for cleaning crystallized pipes.

[0019] The device includes a striker body 1, a pipe placement area 2, a striking air hammer 3, and a drive component. The striker body 1 is equipped with a bracket, and both the pipe placement area 2 and the striking air hammer 3 are mounted on the bracket, with the pipe placement area 2 located below the striking air hammer 3. The drive component is connected to the striking air hammer 3 and includes a control cabinet 4 and a compressed air storage tank 5. The compressed air storage tank 5 has an air outlet 6, which is connected to the air inlet of the striking air hammer 3 via a pipe to provide power to the striking air hammer 3. The control cabinet 4 is connected to the control module of the striking air hammer 3 via a cable to control the operating parameters of the striking air hammer 3.

[0020] By setting up a hammer body 1, a pipe placement area 2, a hammer 3, and a drive unit, the pipe placement area 2 is positioned below the hammer 3, allowing the hammer 3 to directly act on the pipe placed at the placement area 2, effectively cleaning the crystals inside the pipe. The control cabinet 4 and compressed air storage tank 5 in the drive unit provide the necessary power source and control for the hammer 3. The compressed air storage tank 5 is connected to the air inlet of the hammer 3 through the air outlet 6, providing power to the hammer 3 to generate the hammering action. The control cabinet 4 is connected to the control module of the hammer 3 through a cable, which can precisely control the working parameters of the hammer 3, such as the hammering frequency and force, thereby meeting the needs of different pipe crystal cleaning, improving the accuracy and flexibility of cleaning, and greatly reducing the labor intensity of workers and improving cleaning efficiency compared with the traditional manual hammering method.

[0021] Optionally, the drive component further includes an intake valve 9, a safety valve 7, and a pressure gauge 8. The compressed air storage tank 5 is provided with an air inlet. The intake valve 9 is connected to the air inlet through a pipe to control the entry of external compressed air into the compressed air storage tank 5. The pressure gauge 8 is installed on the compressed air storage tank 5 through a pressure gauge 8 connector to display the pressure inside the tank in real time. The safety valve 7 is installed on the compressed air storage tank 5 to automatically open and release pressure when the pressure inside the tank exceeds a set value. The control cabinet 4 is also connected to the electric actuator of the intake valve 9 through a cable to control the opening and closing of the intake valve 9.

[0022] The air inlet valve 9 is connected to the air inlet of the compressed air storage tank 5 via a pipe, enabling precise control of the intake of external compressed air. The amount of compressed air supplied can be adjusted according to actual needs. The pressure gauge 8 is installed on the compressed air storage tank 5 via a pressure gauge 8 connector, which can display the pressure inside the tank in real time, allowing operators to understand the pressure status inside the storage tank in a timely manner and ensuring that the equipment operates within a safe pressure range. The safety valve 7 is installed on the compressed air storage tank 5, which will automatically open to release pressure when the pressure inside the tank exceeds the set value, effectively avoiding safety accidents caused by excessive pressure and ensuring the safety of the equipment and operators. The control cabinet 4 is also connected to the electric actuator of the air inlet valve 9 via a cable, which can remotely control the opening and closing of the air inlet valve 9, further improving the automation level and ease of operation of the equipment, making the entire cleaning process safer, more efficient, and more controllable.

[0023] Optionally, the pipe placement area 2 is an arc-shaped groove structure, the curvature of which is adapted to the outer diameter of the pipe to be cleaned and crystallized, for the purpose of stably placing the pipe.

[0024] The pipe placement area 2 is designed as an arc-shaped groove structure, and the curvature is adapted to the outer diameter of the pipe to be cleaned and crystallized. This allows the pipe to be placed stably in the pipe placement area 2, preventing the pipe from moving or rolling during the cleaning process. This ensures that the hammer 3 can accurately strike the pipe, improving the cleaning effect. At the same time, the stable placement method also reduces the damage to the equipment that may be caused by pipe shaking, extending the service life of the equipment.

[0025] Optionally, the striking hammer 3 is configured with at least three sets, with the three sets of striking hammer 3 spaced apart, and the pipe placement 2 is configured in a one-to-one correspondence with the striking hammer 3.

[0026] At least three sets of impact hammers 3 are set, with intervals between the three sets of impact hammers 3. The pipe placement point 2 is set one-to-one with the impact hammers 3. The setting of multiple sets of impact hammers 3 can simultaneously knock and clean multiple pipes, greatly improving the cleaning efficiency.

[0027] Optionally, the bottom of the compressed air storage tank 5 is provided with a shock-absorbing layer. In this embodiment, the shock-absorbing layer is a rubber layer.

[0028] A shock-absorbing layer is installed at the bottom of the compressed air storage tank 5, which can effectively reduce the impact of the vibration generated by the filling and releasing of compressed air and the operation of the air hammer 3 on the overall equipment during the operation of the storage tank. The shock-absorbing layer can absorb and buffer the vibration energy, reduce the wear of equipment parts caused by vibration, reduce the noise generated by the equipment due to vibration, improve the stability and reliability of the equipment, and also improve the working environment.

[0029] Traditional methods of cleaning crystallized pipes rely on manual tapping, which is labor-intensive and inefficient. The device proposed in this application uses a hammer 3 as the cleaning tool and provides power through a drive component, thereby automating the cleaning process, greatly reducing the need for manual operation, and significantly improving cleaning efficiency. For example, in the lithium carbonate manufacturing process, the pipe crystallization cleaning work that originally required a long time to complete manually can be completed in a shorter time with the use of this device, ensuring the continuity of production.

[0030] The control cabinet 4 in the drive unit is connected to the control module of the hammer 3 via a cable, which can precisely control the working parameters of the hammer 3, such as the striking frequency and force. According to the actual situation of the crystals in the pipe, the operator can flexibly adjust these parameters to ensure that the hammer 3 acts on the pipe in the most appropriate way, fully loosening and shaking out the crystals, thus improving the thoroughness and quality of cleaning.

[0031] The compressed air storage tank 5 in the drive unit is equipped with an inlet valve 9, a safety valve 7, and a pressure gauge 8. The inlet valve 9 can control the entry of external compressed air into the storage tank to prevent excessive pressure. The pressure gauge 8 can display the pressure inside the tank in real time, allowing operators to understand the pressure status in a timely manner. The safety valve 7 will automatically open to release pressure when the pressure inside the tank exceeds the set value, effectively avoiding safety accidents caused by excessive pressure and ensuring the safety of equipment and operators.

[0032] Traditional manual pipe tapping requires workers to have direct contact with the pipe, which poses certain safety risks, such as being scratched by sharp crystals on the pipe or being hit by fragments generated during the tapping. The device proposed in this application achieves automated cleaning, eliminating the need for operators to have direct contact with the pipe and greatly reducing safety risks during the operation.

[0033] The pipe placement area 2 is designed with an arc-shaped groove structure, the curvature of which is adapted to the outer diameter of the pipe to be cleaned and crystallized. This allows the pipe to be placed stably in the pipe placement area 2, preventing the pipe from moving or rolling during the cleaning process. The stable placement method ensures that the hammer 3 can accurately strike the pipe, reducing the damage to the equipment that may be caused by pipe shaking and extending the service life of the equipment.

[0034] A shock-absorbing layer is installed at the bottom of the compressed air storage tank 5, which can effectively reduce the impact of the vibration generated by the filling and releasing of compressed air and the operation of the air hammer 3 on the overall equipment during the operation of the storage tank. The shock-absorbing layer can absorb and buffer the vibration energy, reduce the wear of equipment parts caused by vibration, reduce the noise generated by the equipment due to vibration, improve the stability and reliability of the equipment, and also improve the working environment.

[0035] The control cabinet 4 is connected to the electric actuator of the air inlet valve 9 via a cable. Operators can remotely control the opening and closing of the air inlet valve 9 through the control cabinet 4, realizing automated control of compressed air entering the storage tank. In addition, the control cabinet 4 can also precisely control the working parameters of the hammer 3, making the entire cleaning process more automated and intelligent, reducing manual intervention, and improving the convenience and efficiency of operation. Operators only need to set the corresponding parameters on the control cabinet 4 and start the device. The device can automatically complete the cleaning work of pipeline crystallization without the need for complicated manual operation and monitoring, further improving the degree of automation.

[0036] Because the device automates the cleaning process, it reduces the need for manual operation, thereby lowering labor costs. Companies no longer need to hire a large number of workers for pipeline crystallization cleaning; they only need to assign a small number of operators to operate and maintain the equipment, effectively reducing labor costs.

[0037] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A device for cleaning crystallized pipes, characterized in that, The device includes a striker body, a pipe placement area, a striking air hammer, and a drive component. The striker body is equipped with a support, and both the pipe placement area and the striking air hammer are mounted on the support, with the pipe placement area located below the striking air hammer. The drive component is connected to the striking air hammer and includes a control cabinet and a compressed air storage tank. The compressed air storage tank has an air outlet, which is connected to the air inlet of the striking air hammer via a pipe to provide power to the striking air hammer. The control cabinet is connected to the control module of the striking air hammer via a cable to control the operating parameters of the striking air hammer.

2. The device for cleaning crystallized pipes according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive unit also includes an intake valve, a safety valve, and a pressure gauge. The compressed air storage tank is provided with an intake port. The intake valve is connected to the intake port through a pipe to control the entry of external compressed air into the compressed air storage tank. The pressure gauge is installed on the compressed air storage tank through a pressure gauge connector to display the pressure inside the tank in real time. The safety valve is installed on the compressed air storage tank to automatically open and release pressure when the pressure inside the tank exceeds a set value. The control cabinet is also connected to the electric actuator of the intake valve through a cable to control the opening and closing of the intake valve.

3. The device for cleaning crystallized pipes according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pipe placement area has an arc-shaped groove structure, the curvature of which matches the outer diameter of the pipe to be cleaned and crystallized, for stable placement of the pipe.

4. The device for cleaning crystallized pipes according to claim 1, characterized in that, The striking hammers are configured in at least three sets, with intervals between the three sets of striking hammers, and the pipe placement points are configured in a one-to-one correspondence with the striking hammers.

5. The device for cleaning crystallized pipes according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the compressed air storage tank is equipped with a shock-absorbing layer.