One-way vented fermenter

Abstract

The utility model provides a one -way exhaust fermentation tank, it includes jar body, filter screen structure, first lid and breathable plug. The inside of jar body has accommodation space, is equipped with first opening on jar body, and accommodation space communicates with the outside of jar body through first opening, filter screen structure is built -in in accommodation space, and it is equipped with at least one first through -hole on it, and filter screen structure divides accommodation space into first accommodation space and second accommodation space, and first accommodation space communicates with the outside of jar body through first opening, and first accommodation space and second accommodation space communicate with each other through first through -hole, first lid is detachably assembled with first opening to close first opening, and it is equipped with at least one second through -hole on first lid and communicates with first accommodation space, and breathable plug sets up in the inside of first lid and covers second through -hole, wherein, jar body and filter screen structure are made of glass material, and filter screen structure is fixed on the inner wall of accommodation space, and breathable plug is made of ePTFE material.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fermentation container technology, and in particular to a one-way exhaust fermenter. Background Technology

[0002] When making fermented foods, clean fermentation containers must be used to hold the ingredients to prevent them from molding or spoiling during fermentation. A large amount of gas will be produced inside the container during the fermentation process. Therefore, it is necessary to release the gas from the fermentation container regularly to prevent it from bursting or rupturing.

[0003] Most of the sealed fermentation containers widely used in the market have solid-liquid separation and venting structures; however, these products often have the following problems:

[0004] 1) Solid-liquid separation uses a separate, separable food-grade silicone mesh. The mesh needs to be frequently disassembled and cleaned, and the silicone mesh has cleaning dead corners. It is difficult to keep it completely clean after long-term use. The dirt left on the mesh can easily cause the food to mold and spoil during fermentation.

[0005] 2) Most venting structures employ spring-loaded vent valves, perforated caps, or water-sealed structures. The first two types of venting require manual periodic pressing of the vent valve or opening of the cap to release gas, which can prevent the timely expulsion of gas generated inside the container, posing a safety hazard of container explosion. Manual venting can also lead to excessive pressure inside the container due to the inability to release gas promptly, potentially causing liquid splashing and contaminating the food inside. While the latter type of venting, thanks to the water barrier, can release gas promptly while preventing contamination of the food inside the container, it requires periodic manual water replenishment to prevent the sealing effect from decreasing due to evaporation. Furthermore, water-sealed structures are inconvenient for transportation. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a one-way exhaust fermentation tank to at least solve the above-mentioned technical problems existing in existing similar products.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0008] This utility model proposes a one-way exhaust fermenter, which includes a tank body, a filter structure, a first cover, and a vent plug. The tank body has an internal accommodating space, and a first opening is provided on the tank body, through which the accommodating space communicates with the outside of the tank body. The filter structure is built into the accommodating space and has at least one first through hole. The filter structure divides the accommodating space into a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space. The first accommodating space communicates with the outside of the tank body through the first opening, and the first accommodating space and the second accommodating space communicate with each other through the first through hole. The first cover is detachably assembled with the first opening to close the first opening, and at least one second through hole is provided on the first cover to communicate with the first accommodating space. The vent plug is provided on the inner side of the first cover and covers the second through hole. The tank body and the filter structure are made of glass, and the filter structure is fixed to the inner wall of the accommodating space. The vent plug is made of ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene membrane).

[0009] In some embodiments of the one-way exhaust fermenter proposed in this utility model, at least one first trough is provided on the inner side of the first cover; the first trough corresponds one-to-one with the second through hole, each second through hole is opened at the bottom of its corresponding first trough, and each first trough is filled with a breathable plug; or at least one second through hole is opened at the bottom of each first trough, and each first trough is filled with a breathable plug.

[0010] In some embodiments of the one-way exhaust fermenter proposed in this utility model, the one-way exhaust fermenter further includes at least one second cover; the second cover corresponds one-to-one with the first tank, each second cover is disposed inside the first cover and respectively closes its corresponding first tank; each second cover is provided with at least one third through hole so that the first tank communicates with the first accommodating space.

[0011] In some embodiments of the one-way exhaust fermenter proposed in this utility model, the one-way exhaust fermenter further includes a first sealing ring; the inner side of the first cover body corresponding to the first opening is provided with a first isolation wall extending inward toward the first accommodating space and matching the first opening, a first sealing groove is formed between the first isolation wall and the inner peripheral side of the first cover body, and the first sealing ring is filled in the first sealing groove.

[0012] In some embodiments of the one-way exhaust fermenter proposed in this utility model, the one-way exhaust fermenter further includes a knob and multiple scale textures; the knob is rotatably connected to the outer surface of the first cover and is provided with pointer textures; multiple scale textures are provided on the outer surface of the first cover and are evenly distributed around the knob.

[0013] In some embodiments of the one-way exhaust fermenter proposed in this utility model, the one-way exhaust fermenter further includes a third cover; a second opening is also provided on the tank body, and a second accommodating space communicates with the outside of the tank body through the second opening; the third cover is detachably assembled with the second opening to close the second opening.

[0014] In some embodiments of the one-way exhaust fermenter proposed in this utility model, the one-way exhaust fermenter further includes a second sealing ring; the inner side of the third cover, corresponding to the second opening, is provided with a second isolation wall extending inward toward the second accommodating space and matching the second opening, a second sealing groove is formed between the second isolation wall and the inner circumferential side of the third cover, and the second sealing ring is filled in the second sealing groove.

[0015] Analysis reveals that this utility model discloses a one-way venting fermentation tank. The tank features an integrated glass filter structure, which eliminates the need for frequent disassembly and cleaning. Furthermore, glass is easier to clean than traditional silicone, thus preventing food spoilage during fermentation. The tank has a first lid and a third seal at each end, both operable for adding or removing food. The filter structure allows for solid-liquid separation, enabling the removal of solid food from one side and the pouring out of liquid from the other. A second through-hole for venting is provided on the first lid. An ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene) vent plug is located on the inner side of the first lid corresponding to the second through-hole. This vent plug is hydrophobic and breathable, ensuring that gas generated during fermentation is released through the vent plug and second through-hole without liquid leakage or contamination from the outside. This achieves timely venting while preventing food spoilage and facilitating transportation. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. Wherein:

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a unidirectional exhaust fermenter provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section A in the middle;

[0019] Figure 3 A cross-sectional structural diagram of a one-way exhaust fermenter provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section B in the middle section;

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 3 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section C in the middle;

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 3 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section D in the middle section;

[0023] Figure 7 for Figure 3 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section E in the middle section;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a filter structure in a unidirectional exhaust fermenter, provided as an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0026] 1. Tank body; 101. First opening; 101a. First accommodating space; 101b. First rounded corner structure; 102. Second opening; 102a. Second accommodating space; 102b. Second rounded corner structure; 103. Filter structure; 103a. First through hole;

[0027] 2. First cover; 201. First groove; 201a. Second through hole; 202. Vent plug; 203. Second cover; 203a. Third through hole; 204. First isolation wall; 204a. First sealing groove; 205. First sealing ring; 206. Second groove; 206a. First snap-fit ​​part; 207. Knob; 207a. Second snap-fit ​​part; 207b. Pointer texture; 208. Scale texture;

[0028] 3. Third cover; 301. Second isolation wall; 301a. Second sealing groove; 302. Second sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Various examples are provided by way of explanation of the present invention and not by way of limitation. In fact, those skilled in the art will recognize that modifications and variations can be made to the present invention without departing from the scope or spirit of the invention. For example, a feature shown or described as part of one embodiment may be used in another embodiment to produce yet another embodiment. Therefore, it is desirable that the present invention encompass such modifications and variations that fall within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and do not require that this utility model be constructed and operated in a specific orientation; therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. The terms "connected," "linked," and "set up" used in this utility model should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; a direct connection or an indirect connection through intermediate components; a wired connection, a radio connection, or a wireless communication signal connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] The accompanying drawings illustrate one or more examples of the present invention. The detailed description uses numerals and letters to refer to features in the drawings. Similar or analogous reference numerals in the drawings and description have been used to refer to similar or analogous parts of the present invention. As used herein, the terms “first,” “second,” and “third,” etc., are used interchangeably to distinguish one component from another and are not intended to indicate the location or importance of individual components.

[0032] Example

[0033] like Figure 1 and Figure 8 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, a one-way exhaust fermentation tank is provided, which includes a tank body 1, a filter structure 103, a first cover 2, a vent plug 202, a second cover 203, a knob 207, and a third cover 3.

[0034] Preferably, the filter structure 103 and the tank body 1 are made of glass, and the filter structure 103 is welded to the inner wall of the tank body 1 to form an integrated structure. The vent plug 202 is made of ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene membrane) material with hydrophobic and breathable structural characteristics.

[0035] Specifically, the can body 1 has a first opening 101 and a second opening 102. After the filter structure 103 is welded to the inside of the can body 1, it divides the inside of the can body 1 into a first accommodating space 101a and a second accommodating space 102a. The first accommodating space 101a and the second accommodating space 102a are respectively connected to the outside of the can body 1 through the first opening 101 and the second opening 102. The filter structure 103 has multiple first through holes 103a to allow the first accommodating space 101a and the second accommodating space 102a to communicate with each other. The first cover 2 and the third cover 3 are respectively detachably assembled to the first opening 101 and the second opening 102 through threaded structures. The first accommodating space 101a, the second accommodating space 102a, the filter structure 103, and the multiple first through holes 103a on the filter structure 103 can realize solid-liquid separation inside the can body 1, thereby facilitating users to put or take food or liquid into the can body 1 through the first opening 101 and / or the second opening 102.

[0036] Specifically, the inner side of the first cover 2 has a first groove 201, the bottom of the first groove 201 has a second through hole 201a, the inside of the first groove 201 is filled with a vent plug 202, and a detachable second cover 203 is provided at the first groove 201. The second cover 203 has multiple third through holes 203a. Due to the hydrophobic and breathable structural characteristics of ePTFE material, the gas generated during fermentation of the food inside the can can be discharged to the outside of the can 1 sequentially through the third through holes 203a, the vent plug 202, and the second through holes 201a under the action of the internal air pressure. At the same time, the liquid or droplets outside and inside the can 1 are blocked by the vent plug 202, preventing mutual flow and thus avoiding mold and spoilage of the food inside the can during fermentation. The second cover 203 can also block the floating foreign matter generated during the gas exhaust process of food fermentation, preventing the accumulation of foreign matter on the vent plug 202 and causing blockage of the second through holes 201a, thus affecting the exhaust effect.

[0037] Specifically, the inner side of the first cover 2 has a first isolation wall 204 that matches the first opening 101. A first sealing groove 204a is formed between the first isolation wall 204 and the inner peripheral wall of the first cover 2, and a first sealing ring 205 is filled in the first sealing groove 204a. The inner side of the third cover 3 has a second isolation wall 301 that matches the second opening 102. A second sealing groove 301a is formed between the second isolation wall 301 and the inner peripheral wall of the third cover 3, and a second sealing ring 302 is filled in the second sealing groove 301a. The first sealing ring 205 and the second sealing ring 302 can further seal the tank 1, preventing liquid leakage at the connection between the first cover 2 and the third cover 3 and the two openings of the tank 1.

[0038] Specifically, a second groove 206 is provided on the top side of the first cover 2, and a first engaging portion 206a is provided at the bottom of the second groove 206. The knob 207 is rotatably engaged with the first engaging portion 206a of the second groove 206 through the second engaging portion 207a at its bottom, so that the knob 207 can rotate freely relative to the first cover 2 within the second groove 206. Multiple scale textures 208 are provided on the top side of the first cover 2 corresponding to the knob 207. The multiple scale textures 208 can be date numbers and are evenly distributed around the knob 207. A pointer texture 207b pointing in a preset direction is provided on the knob 207. The user can rotate the knob 207 to make the pointer texture 207b point to the corresponding scale texture 208, thereby recording the fermentation date of the food in the jar.

[0039] Optionally, the welded joint between the filter structure 103 and the inner wall of the first accommodating space 101a is formed into a first rounded corner structure 101b through a welding process; the welded joint between the filter structure 103 and the inner wall of the second accommodating space 102a is formed into a second rounded corner structure 102b through a welding process. The first rounded corner structure 101b and the second rounded corner structure 102b can further reduce the cleaning dead corners inside the tank and the filter structure 103, so that the user can thoroughly clean the filter structure 103.

[0040] Optionally, the embodiment of this utility model provides a one-way exhaust fermentation tank that does not limit the type and number of the first through holes 103a opened on the filter structure 103. Users can choose the tank body 1 with a filter structure 103 having a suitable type and number of first through holes 103a according to the type and size of the food being fermented in the tank.

[0041] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of this utility model achieve the following technical effects:

[0042] Compared with the prior art, the unidirectional venting fermentation tank provided in the above embodiments of this utility model has a glass filter structure 103 integrated with the tank body. This filter structure 103 does not require frequent disassembly and cleaning, and the glass material is easier to clean than the traditional silicone material, thus ensuring that the food does not mold or spoil during the fermentation process. The unidirectional venting fermentation tank has a first cover 2 and a third cover 3 at both ends, respectively. Both the first cover 2 and the third cover 3 can be opened to put in or take out food, and the filter structure 103 can realize a solid-liquid separation scheme by taking out solid food from one side and pouring out liquid from the other side. The first lid 2 has a second through hole 201a for venting. A breathable plug 202 made of ePTFE material is installed on the inner side of the first lid 2 corresponding to the second through hole 201a. This breathable plug 202 has hydrophobic and breathable properties, ensuring that when the gas generated during fermentation is released through the breathable plug 202 and the second through hole 201a, no liquid leaks from the inside of the container, and no dirt flows in from the outside. This achieves timely venting while preventing the food inside from molding or spoiling, and also facilitates transportation. Furthermore, the knob 207 and graduated markings 208 on the first lid 2 allow users to easily record the fermentation date of the food inside the container.

[0043] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A one-way vented fermenter, characterized in that, include: A tank body having an internal accommodating space, and a first opening on the tank body, the accommodating space communicating with the outside of the tank body through the first opening; A filter structure is built into the accommodating space and has at least one first through hole. The filter structure divides the accommodating space into a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space. The first accommodating space is connected to the outside of the tank through the first opening, and the first accommodating space and the second accommodating space are connected to each other through the first through hole. A first cover is detachably assembled with the first opening to close the first opening; the first cover has at least one second through hole communicating with the first accommodating space; and A vent plug is disposed on the inner side of the first cover and covers the second through hole; The tank and the filter structure are made of glass, and the filter structure is fixed to the inner wall of the accommodating space. The vent plug is made of ePTFE (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene membrane).

2. The unidirectional exhaust fermenter according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one first groove is provided on the inner side of the first cover; The first groove corresponds one-to-one with the second through hole, each second through hole is formed at the bottom of its corresponding first groove, and each first groove is filled with the vent plug; or Each first groove has at least one second through hole at its bottom, and each first groove is filled with the vent plug.

3. A one-way vented fermenter according to claim 2, wherein, Also includes: At least one second cover corresponds to one of the first grooves, and each second cover is disposed inside the first cover and respectively closes its corresponding first groove; Each of the second covers has at least one third through hole so that the first groove communicates with the first accommodating space.

4. A one-way vented fermenter according to claim 3, wherein, Also includes: The first sealing ring has a first isolation wall that extends toward the interior of the first accommodating space and matches the first opening on the inner side of the first cover. A first sealing groove is formed between the first isolation wall and the inner peripheral side of the first cover, and the first sealing ring fills the first sealing groove.

5. A one-way exhaust fermenter according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A knob is rotatably connected to the outer surface of the first cover, and a pointer texture is provided on it; as well as Multiple scale textures are set on the outer surface of the first cover and are evenly distributed around the knob.

6. A one-way vented fermenter according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein, Also includes: The third cover has a second opening on the tank body. The second accommodating space communicates with the outside of the tank body through the second opening. The third cover is detachably assembled with the second opening to close the second opening.

7. A one-way vented fermenter according to claim 6, wherein, Also includes: The second sealing ring, the inner side of the third cover corresponding to the second opening, is provided with a second isolation wall extending toward the interior of the second accommodating space and matching the second opening, the second isolation wall and the inner peripheral side of the third cover form a second sealing groove, and the second sealing ring fills the second sealing groove.

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