A ladle nozzle treatment tool
By designing a ladle nozzle treatment tool, which utilizes a working pipe and a guide pipe in conjunction with nitrogen purging, the problems of inconvenience in using existing tools and poor foreign object handling have been solved, thereby improving the efficiency of ladle nozzle treatment and production smoothness.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- BAOTOU IRON & STEEL (GROUP) CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-23
AI Technical Summary
Existing ladle nozzle treatment tools are inconvenient to use, easily damaged, and ineffective at removing foreign objects from the nozzle, affecting the ladle self-opening rate and smelting production costs.
A ladle nozzle treatment tool was designed, comprising a working tube and a guide tube. The working tube extends into the nozzle to push out foreign objects, and the guide tube is connected to a nitrogen gas source to purge and pulverize slag using nitrogen. Combined with a conical structure and anti-slip texture design, the tool improves the ease of operation and efficiency.
It enables the rapid and efficient removal of foreign matter from the ladle nozzle, ensuring smooth production, extending the tool's service life, and reducing production costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of steelmaking process technology, and in particular to a tool for treating ladle nozzles. Background Technology
[0002] A ladle is a container used for transferring and pouring molten steel, playing a crucial role in the iron and steel smelting process. The ladle holds molten pig iron and molten steel, facilitating a series of processes including transfer, heat preservation, purification, and tapping. During the ladle-standing process after handling, slag easily falls from the ladle rim into the nozzle. Current tools for handling this slag, especially in ladles in the baking oven, present a significant problem. Once the slag pulverizes, it requires repeated ladle turning, impacting the ladle processing cycle. This simple tool is inconvenient to use and has functional limitations; it is easily damaged during use and ineffective at removing foreign matter from the nozzle, affecting the ladle's self-opening rate and severely impacting smelting production costs and operational efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a tool for treating ladle nozzles to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It has a simple structure, is easy to use, and effectively ensures the rapid treatment of foreign objects in the nozzle after ladle slag turning and vertical tank operation, thus ensuring smooth production.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following solution:
[0005] This utility model provides a tool for treating the nozzle of a steel ladle, comprising: a working tube and a guide tube. The first end of the working tube is used to extend into the nozzle of the steel ladle and to contact and push out foreign objects inside the nozzle. The first end of the guide tube is vertically fixedly connected to and communicates with the second end of the working tube, so that the operator can hold the guide tube and guide the working tube into the nozzle. The second end of the guide tube is connected to and communicates with a nitrogen source so that nitrogen is blown out from the first end of the working tube. The nitrogen blown out from the first end of the working tube can sweep away the pulverized slag inside the nozzle.
[0006] Preferably, the working tube and the guide tube are integrally connected, and both the working tube and the guide tube are made of stainless steel pipe.
[0007] Preferably, it also includes multiple handles, which are fixedly connected to the guide steel pipe.
[0008] Preferably, the handle is provided with anti-slip texture.
[0009] Preferably, it also includes a nitrogen gas source, which is used to connect and communicate with the second end of the guide tube.
[0010] Preferably, it further includes a first quick connector and a second quick connector. The first quick connector is installed at the second end of the guide tube body, and the second quick connector is used to install the output end of the nitrogen gas source. The first quick connector is used to connect with the second quick connector.
[0011] Preferably, the first end of the working tube has a tapered structure.
[0012] The present invention achieves the following technical advantages over the prior art:
[0013] This utility model provides a tool for treating the nozzle of a steel ladle. When foreign objects are found in the nozzle after the ladle has been turned over and the ladle is uprighted, the operator holds a guide tube and aligns the first end of the working tube with the nozzle. The first end of the working tube is inserted into the nozzle, and upon contact with the foreign object, the operator pushes the guide tube to eject the object from the nozzle. If there are powdery slag or other foreign objects that are difficult to eject directly, the second end of the guide tube is connected to a nitrogen source. The nitrogen valve is opened to allow nitrogen to purge the powdery slag from the nozzle. The purging time is controlled at 10-20 seconds. During this process, the nitrogen accelerates the solidification of the liquid slag and achieves a good purging effect. The tool has a simple structure, is easy to use, and effectively ensures the rapid removal of foreign objects from the nozzle after the ladle has been turned over and the ladle is uprighted, guaranteeing smooth production. Attached Figure Description
[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0015] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the steel ladle nozzle treatment tool provided by this utility model;
[0016] In the diagram: 1. Working tube; 2. Guide tube; 3. Handle; 4. First quick connector. Detailed Implementation
[0017] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0018] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a tool for treating ladle nozzles to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It has a simple structure, is easy to use, and effectively ensures the rapid treatment of foreign objects in the nozzle after ladle slag turning and vertical tank operation, thus ensuring smooth production.
[0019] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0020] This utility model provides a tool for treating steel ladle nozzles, such as... Figure 1 As shown, it includes: a working tube 1 and a guide tube 2. The first end of the working tube is used to extend into the nozzle of the ladle and can contact and push out foreign objects inside the nozzle. The first end of the guide tube 2 is vertically fixed and connected to the second end of the working tube 1, so that the operator can hold the guide tube 2 and guide the working tube 1 into the nozzle. The second end of the guide tube 2 is used to connect and communicate with a nitrogen source so that nitrogen is blown out from the first end of the working tube 1. The nitrogen blown out from the first end of the working tube 1 can sweep away the pulverized slag inside the nozzle. Through the cooperation of the working tube 1 and the guide tube 2, foreign objects inside the ladle nozzle can be effectively treated. At the same time, the nitrogen is used to sweep away the pulverized slag, which improves the processing efficiency of the ladle nozzle and ensures the smooth operation of production.
[0021] In a preferred embodiment, the working tube 1 and the guide tube 2 are integrally connected, and both the working tube 1 and the guide tube 2 are made of stainless steel pipe. The integral connection of the working tube 1 and the guide tube 2 enhances the overall stability of the tool, and the stainless steel pipe material increases the hardness of the tool, reduces tool deformation, and extends its service life.
[0022] In a preferred embodiment, the ladle nozzle treatment tool further includes multiple handles 3, which are fixedly connected to the guide steel pipe. The handles 3 facilitate the operator's use of the tool, improving the convenience and accuracy of the operation.
[0023] In a preferred embodiment, the handle 3 is provided with anti-slip texture, which increases the friction between the handle 3 and the operator's hand, preventing the tool from slipping during operation and improving the safety of operation.
[0024] In a preferred embodiment, the ladle nozzle treatment tool further includes a nitrogen gas source, which is connected and communicated with the second end of the guide tube 2. The nitrogen gas source provides power for blowing away the pulverized slag inside the nozzle, further improving the effect of foreign matter treatment. Nitrogen can also accelerate the solidification of liquid slag and achieve a good blowing effect.
[0025] In a preferred embodiment, the ladle nozzle treatment tool further includes a first quick connector 4 and a second quick connector. The first quick connector 4 is installed at the second end of the guide tube 2, and the second quick connector is used to install the output end of the nitrogen gas source. The first quick connector 4 is used to connect with the second quick connector. The quick connectors make the connection of the nitrogen gas source more convenient and faster, thus improving work efficiency.
[0026] In a preferred embodiment, the first end of the working tube 1 is a conical structure. The conical structure of the first end of the working tube 1 can more effectively contact and eject foreign objects, thereby improving the efficiency of foreign object handling.
[0027] This utility model uses specific examples to illustrate its principles and implementation methods. The above description of the embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core idea of this utility model. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope based on the idea of this utility model. In summary, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
Claims
1. A tool for treating ladle nozzles, characterized in that: include: The working tube has a first end that is used to extend into the water inlet of the ladle and to contact and push out foreign objects in the water inlet. The guide tube has a first end that is vertically and fixedly connected to and communicates with the second end of the working tube, so that the operator can hold the guide tube and guide the working tube into the water inlet. The second end of the guide tube is connected to and communicates with a nitrogen source so that nitrogen is blown out from the first end of the working tube. The nitrogen blown out from the first end of the working tube can sweep away the pulverized slag in the water inlet.
2. The ladle nozzle treatment tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The working tube and the guide tube are integrally connected, and both the working tube and the guide tube are made of stainless steel pipe.
3. The ladle nozzle treatment tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes multiple handles, which are fixedly connected to the guide tube body.
4. The ladle nozzle treatment tool according to claim 3, characterized in that: The handle is provided with anti-slip texture.
5. The ladle nozzle treatment tool according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a nitrogen gas source, which is used to connect and communicate with the second end of the guide tube.
6. The ladle nozzle treatment tool according to claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes a first quick connector and a second quick connector. The first quick connector is installed at the second end of the guide tube body, and the second quick connector is used to install the output end of the nitrogen gas source. The first quick connector is used to connect with the second quick connector.
7. The ladle nozzle treatment tool according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first end of the working tube is a tapered structure.