Mixed bed ion exchanger with anti-blocking effect

By incorporating anti-clogging components and an ultrasonic generator into the mixed-bed ion exchanger, the problems of resin agglomeration and impurity adsorption are solved, thereby improving the resin regeneration effect and exchange capacity, and reducing operating costs and maintenance workload.

CN224371490UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-19COFCO BIOCHEMICAL CHENGDU CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
COFCO BIOCHEMICAL CHENGDU CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-16
Publication Date
2026-06-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In existing mixed-bed ion exchangers, resin tends to clump during operation, and impurities are easily adsorbed on the resin surface and inside, making it difficult to completely remove them through backwashing. This affects the exchange effect and equipment operating efficiency, leading to frequent maintenance.

Method used

An anti-clogging component and an ultrasonic generator are installed in the mixed-bed ion exchanger. The anti-clogging component blocks impurities from entering the main pipeline through a filter screen at the bottom of the branch pipeline, and the ultrasonic generator treats the resin layer regularly to prevent clumping and impurity adsorption.

Benefits of technology

It improves the regeneration effect and exchange capacity of the resin, reduces operating costs and maintenance workload, enhances the backwashing and regeneration effect, and prevents clogging.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a mixed bed ion exchanger with prevent effect of blocking, including jar body, drain outlet and water inlet respectively located jar body top portion's bottom, the inside setting resin layer of jar body, the top of resin layer is equipped with the anti -block component for back flush discharge time and the microwave generator below resin layer, the anti -block component includes main pipeline, and the branch pipeline of detachable connection with main pipeline bottom, the bottom of branch pipeline is equipped with filter screen. Prevent the further entry of impurity and cause the phenomenon of jam in the inside of main pipeline, improve the sewage capacity, avoid resin agglomerate and be wrapped simultaneously, improve the regeneration effect and exchange capacity of resin, strengthen the effect of backwashing and regeneration, reduce the operation cost and maintenance workload.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of syrup processing, specifically to a mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect. Background Technology

[0002] At certain stages of syrup refining, such as desalting or final purification, a mixed-bed ion exchanger is needed to remove ionic impurities contained in the syrup during processing through its internal resin layer, thereby improving the quality of the final product.

[0003] Mixed-bed ion exchangers are filled with cation exchange resins and anion exchange resins. Backwashing separates the resins into layers and removes impurities. However, in existing mixed-bed ion exchangers, the resin tends to clump together during operation, and impurities are easily adsorbed on the resin surface and inside the mixed bed. These impurities are difficult to remove completely through backwashing, affecting the resin exchange efficiency and the equipment's operating efficiency, and even leading to frequent maintenance.

[0004] Therefore, this application is submitted. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect. By installing an anti-clogging component at the top of the tank to prevent impurities from entering the main pipeline through branch pipes during backwashing, and by installing an ultrasonic generator on the surface of the screen tube to periodically treat the resin layer, the invention prevents resin agglomeration and impurity adsorption, thus solving the above-mentioned problems existing in the prior art.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following solution:

[0007] A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect includes a tank, a drain outlet located at the top of the tank and a water inlet located at the bottom of the tank. The tank is provided with a resin layer inside. An anti-clogging component for backflushing discharge is provided above the resin layer and a microwave generator is located below the resin layer. The anti-clogging component includes a main pipe and a branch pipe detachably connected to the bottom of the main pipe. A filter screen is provided at the bottom of the branch pipe.

[0008] Furthermore, the top end of the main pipe is located inside the drain outlet, and its bottom end is provided with multiple threaded holes for threaded connection with branch pipes.

[0009] Furthermore, the inner diameter of the bottom end of the main pipe is larger than the inner diameter of the top end and is bucket-shaped.

[0010] Furthermore, the inner wall of the branch pipe is symmetrically provided with assembly grooves at the bottom, and the outer periphery of the filter screen is fitted with an installation ring with a sliding rod, the sliding rod being detachably connected to the inside of the assembly groove.

[0011] Furthermore, the mounting ring is provided with a sliding groove, and the sliding rod is connected to the sliding groove by a spring.

[0012] Furthermore, the assembly groove, sliding groove, and sliding rod are all T-shaped structures, and the bottom end of the sliding rod is lower than the bottom end of the branch pipe.

[0013] Furthermore, the branch pipe has multiple water outlets on its wall, and the water outlets are located below the assembly groove.

[0014] Furthermore, the outlet is a constant diameter through hole or a variable diameter through hole.

[0015] Furthermore, a sieve tube is disposed below the microwave generator and the microwave generator is located on the surface of the sieve tube.

[0016] Furthermore, a pressure sensor and a flow meter are installed inside the main pipeline.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0018] This invention utilizes anti-clogging components and ultrasonic generators installed above and below the resin layer, respectively. The anti-clogging components, along with a filter screen at the bottom of the branch pipe, block impurities during backwashing, preventing them from further entering the main pipe and causing blockages, thus improving drainage capacity. The ultrasonic generator breaks down and disperses impurities adsorbed inside the mixed bed, preventing resin agglomeration and encapsulation, improving resin regeneration and exchange capacity, enhancing backwashing and regeneration effects, and reducing operating costs and maintenance workload. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure of circle A in the middle;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the assembly structure of the sliding rod of this utility model.

[0022] Reference numerals: 1-Tank body, 10-Inlet, 11-Outlet, 12-Resin layer, 13-Screen tube, 2-Anti-clogging component, 20-Main pipe, 200-Threaded hole, 21-Branch pipe, 210-Outlet, 211-Assembly groove, 22-Filter screen, 23-Mounting ring, 230-Sliding groove, 231-Spring, 232-Sliding rod, 4-Pressure sensor, 5-Flow meter, 6-Ultrasonic generator. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings, but the implementation of the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "longitudinal", "lateral", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", "front", "rear", "top", "bottom", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the utility model product is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "have," "install," "connect," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0026] Example 1

[0027] Embodiment 1 of this utility model is a mixed bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect, including a tank 1, a drain outlet 11 located at the top of the tank 1 and a water inlet 10 located at the bottom. A resin layer 12 is provided inside the tank 1. An anti-clogging component 2 for backflushing discharge is provided above the resin layer 12 and a microwave generator is located below the resin layer 12. The anti-clogging component 2 includes a main pipe 20 and a branch pipe 21 detachably connected to the bottom end of the main pipe 20. A filter screen 22 is provided at the bottom end of the branch pipe 21.

[0028] Reference Figure 1 This invention mainly achieves this by sequentially setting an anti-clogging component 2 and a microwave generator above and below the resin layer 12, so that impurities can enter the interior of the main pipe 20 during backwashing, preventing impurities from clogging; and by periodically activating the ultrasonic generator, the cavitation, stirring and emulsification effects of ultrasonic waves can be used to break up and disperse the impurities adsorbed inside the mixed bed, preventing resin from clumping and being encapsulated, improving the regeneration effect and exchange capacity of the resin, enhancing the backwashing and regeneration effect, and reducing operating costs and maintenance workload.

[0029] Specifically, the anti-clogging component 2 mainly uses a filter screen 22 installed at the bottom of the branch pipe 21 to block impurities during backwashing, preventing impurities from further entering the interior of the main pipe 20 and causing blockage, thus improving the sewage discharge capacity. At the same time, the branch pipes 21 are evenly arranged at the bottom of the main pipe 20 and can be detachably connected, which facilitates the cleaning of impurities adsorbed by the filter screen 22 in the branch pipes 21. The pore size of the filter screen 22 can be set according to the actual situation to ensure that the requirements for blocking impurities are met. This is a conventional technical operation and will not be described in detail here.

[0030] It should be noted that the microwave generator internally includes an ultrasonic generator 6 and an ultrasonic transducer, which are electrically connected to each other. Under the control of an external controller, it can automatically start according to a preset time cycle. The ultrasonic transducer converts the high-frequency electrical oscillations generated by the ultrasonic generator 6 into high-frequency mechanical vibrations. The propagation of ultrasonic waves in water and resin generates a large number of microbubbles. During the growth, oscillation, and collapse of these bubbles, a huge amount of energy is released, forming strong micro-shock waves and high-speed jets that impact and peel off impurities on the resin surface, separating the impurities from the resin. At the same time, the ultrasonic vibration causes micro-ripples and agitation in the water flow, increasing the relative motion between resin particles, preventing resin particles from agglomerating and sticking, and maintaining the resin's good flowability and dispersibility. In addition, the emulsifying effect of ultrasonic waves can disperse oily or viscous impurities into microparticles, forming an emulsion that is more easily carried away and discharged from the mixed bed by the water flow. Before backwashing or regeneration operations, the ultrasonic device can be started in advance to loosen the impurities inside the resin, so that they can be more effectively discharged from the mixed bed in subsequent operations, improving the efficiency of backwashing and regeneration, and reducing the time and water consumption of backwashing and regeneration. The specific assembly and working principle of the ultrasonic generator 6 here are conventional technical operations of existing technology, and will not be described in detail here.

[0031] In some preferred embodiments, the top end of the main pipe 20 is located inside the drain outlet 11, and its bottom end is provided with a plurality of threaded holes 200 for threaded connection with the branch pipes 21. The inner diameter of the bottom end of the main pipe 20 is larger than the inner diameter of the top end and is funnel-shaped. (Refer to...) Figure 2 By setting a threaded hole 200 at the bottom of the main pipe 20 to connect with the top of the branch pipe 21, it is convenient to carry out maintenance and cleaning between the main pipe 20 and the branch pipe 21. Furthermore, the bottom inner diameter of the main pipe 20 is large and it is funnel-shaped, which is conducive to increasing the number of branch pipes 21 at its bottom and increasing the water output capacity.

[0032] Furthermore, it can be noted that the inner wall of the branch pipe 21 is symmetrically provided with assembly grooves 211 at its bottom, and the outer periphery of the filter screen 22 is fitted with an installation ring 23 having a sliding rod 232, the sliding rod 232 being detachably connected to the inside of the assembly groove 211. The installation ring 23 has a sliding groove 230 inside, and the sliding rod 232 is connected to the sliding groove 230 by a spring 231.

[0033] To allow for the separate cleaning of impurities adsorbed by the filter screen 22 without disassembling the branch pipe 21, a detachable connection is provided at the bottom of the branch pipe 21 for the filter screen 22. Specifically, a sliding rod 232 extends and retracts within a sliding groove 230. When the sliding rod 232 moves vertically upward into the mounting groove 211 on the wall of the branch pipe 21, it is pushed into the mounting groove 211 by the elastic force of the spring 231, thus achieving the detachable assembly of the filter screen 22 within the branch pipe 21. For disassembly, simply push the sliding rod 232 to compress the spring 231, moving it into the sliding groove 230 until it is fully positioned within it, allowing the filter screen 22 to be removed from the outside of the branch pipe 21. The inner diameter of the mounting ring 23 is the same as the inner wall of the branch pipe 21.

[0034] Furthermore, referring to Figure 3 The assembly groove 211, sliding groove 230, and sliding rod 232 are all T-shaped, and the bottom end of the sliding rod 232 is lower than the bottom end of the branch pipe 21. A cross-sectional view of the assembly groove 211 is shown here. The specific shapes of the assembly groove 211, sliding groove 230, and sliding rod 232 are defined. The top width of the sliding rod 232 is greater than the bottom width. The top is mainly used for the assembly of the sliding rod 232 in the assembly groove 211 and for its extension and retraction within the sliding groove 230. The bottom length of the sliding rod 232 is greater than the bottom length of both the sliding groove 230 and the assembly groove 211, allowing the bottom of the sliding rod 232 to move within the sliding groove 230 and the bottom of the assembly groove 211, thus assembling the sliding rod 232. The bottom width of the sliding groove is less than or equal to the bottom width of the assembly groove 211 to meet the assembly of the bottom of the sliding rod 232. The top width of the sliding groove 230 and the top width of the assembly groove 211 are the same as the top outer width of the sliding rod 232 to ensure that they are assembled in a compatible manner and reduce the entry of impurities into the interior of the branch pipe 21 from the gaps between them.

[0035] Example 2

[0036] This embodiment 2 is implemented based on embodiment 1. The branch pipe 21 has multiple outlets 210 on its wall, located below the assembly groove 211. The outlets 210 are either equal-diameter or variable-diameter through holes. The outlets 210 facilitate increasing the water outlet area entering the branch pipe 21 and main pipe 20 during backwashing. Multiple rows of outlets 210 can be arranged vertically; their specific specifications and shapes can be determined according to actual conditions and are not listed here. Simultaneously, the outlets 210 are mainly located below the assembly groove 211, i.e., below the filter screen 22, further improving the impurity blocking effect. Furthermore, the bottom surface of the sliding rod 232 is lower than the bottom surface of the branch pipe 21, facilitating the disassembly of the filter screen 22.

[0037] Example 3

[0038] This embodiment 3 is implemented based on embodiment 1. A sieve tube 13 is arranged below the microwave generator, and the microwave generator is located on the surface of the sieve tube 13. The ultrasonic transducer converts the high-frequency electrical oscillations generated by the ultrasonic generator 6 into high-frequency mechanical vibrations, which are transmitted to the resin and water flow near the bottom sieve tube 13. The propagation of ultrasonic waves in the water and resin generates a large number of microbubbles. During the growth, oscillation, and collapse of these bubbles, a huge amount of energy is released, forming strong micro-shock waves and high-speed jets. These jets impact and peel off impurities on the resin surface, causing the impurities to separate from the resin. This is existing technology and will not be described in detail here.

[0039] In some preferred embodiments, a pressure sensor 4 and a flow meter 5 are installed inside the main pipeline 20. With the connection to an external controller, the pressure sensor 4 is used to monitor pressure changes within the main pipeline 20 in real time, and the flow meter 5 is used to monitor the backwash discharge flow rate, ensuring the backwash effect and the stability and reliability of the mixed-bed ion exchanger.

[0040] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The anti-clogging component 2 installed inside the tank 1 blocks impurities during backwashing through the filter screen 22 at the bottom of the branch pipe 21, preventing impurities from further entering the interior of the main pipe 20 and causing blockage, thereby improving the sewage discharge capacity; at the same time, the branch pipes 21 are evenly arranged at the bottom of the main pipe 20 and can be detachably connected, which facilitates the cleaning of impurities adsorbed by the filter screen 22 in the branch pipes 21, thereby improving the sewage discharge effect; at the same time, the ultrasonic generator 6 located on the surface of the screen tube 13 can use the cavitation, stirring and emulsification effects of ultrasonic waves to break up and disperse the impurities adsorbed inside the mixed bed, avoid resin agglomeration and encapsulation, improve the regeneration effect and exchange capacity of the resin, enhance the backwashing and regeneration effect, and reduce operating costs and maintenance workload.

[0041] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Any simple modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model and within the spirit and principles of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect, characterized in that, The tank includes a tank body (1), a drain outlet (11) located at the top of the tank body (1) and a water inlet (10) located at the bottom. The tank body (1) is provided with a resin layer (12). Above the resin layer (12) is an anti-clogging component (2) for backflushing discharge and a microwave generator located below the resin layer (12). The anti-clogging component (2) includes a main pipe (20) and a branch pipe (21) detachably connected to the bottom of the main pipe (20). The bottom of the branch pipe (21) is provided with a filter screen (22).

2. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top end of the main pipe (20) is located inside the drain outlet (11), and its bottom end is provided with multiple threaded holes (200) for threaded connection with the branch pipe (21).

3. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner diameter of the bottom end of the main pipe (20) is larger than the inner diameter of the top end and is in the shape of a bucket.

4. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the branch pipe (21) is symmetrically provided with assembly grooves (211) at the bottom. The filter screen (22) is fitted with an installation ring (23) with a sliding rod (232) on its outer periphery. The sliding rod (232) is detachably connected to the inside of the assembly groove (211).

5. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 4, characterized in that, The mounting ring (23) is provided with a sliding groove (230), and the sliding rod (232) is connected to the sliding groove (230) by a spring (231).

6. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 5, characterized in that, The assembly groove (211), sliding groove (230) and sliding rod (232) are all T-shaped structures, and the bottom end of the sliding rod (232) is lower than the bottom end of the branch pipe (21).

7. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 5, characterized in that, The branch pipe (21) has multiple outlets (210) on its wall, and the outlets (210) are located below the assembly groove (211).

8. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 7, characterized in that, The outlet (210) is a through hole of equal diameter or a through hole of variable diameter.

9. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 7, characterized in that, A sieve tube (13) is disposed below the microwave generator and the microwave generator is located on the surface of the sieve tube (13).

10. A mixed-bed ion exchanger with anti-clogging effect according to claim 7, characterized in that, A pressure sensor (4) and a flow meter (5) are installed inside the main pipeline (20).