Quick-release adjustable anti-explosion egg-beating protein separator

Abstract

This utility model relates to a quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator, comprising a needle brush pump, a support base, a gas-water regulating valve, a gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood, a reaction cup, a collection cup connecting sleeve, and a collection cup. The needle brush pump is installed on the lower side of the support base, the gas-water regulating valve is located on the upper side of the support base, the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood is installed on the gas-water regulating valve, the reaction cup is installed on the gas-water regulating valve and sleeved on the outside of the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood, and the collection cup is connected to the upper side of the reaction cup through the collection cup connecting sleeve. A cylinder wall clamp is movably sleeved on the reaction cup, and an adjusting bracket is fixedly connected to the support base. The cylinder wall clamp is movably fitted on the adjusting bracket, and the adjusting bracket is provided with a fixing mechanism for fixing the cylinder wall clamp. This utility model protein separator achieves efficient water purification function by optimizing bubble generation and distribution, the bubble formation circulation mechanism, and an effective foam collection mechanism. It also allows users to quickly adjust the installation height as needed, improving the flexibility and adaptability of the equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aquaculture equipment technology, and in particular to a quick-release, adjustable, explosion-proof protein separator. Background Technology

[0002] Protein skimmers, as a crucial component of marine aquariums, are primarily used to remove organic waste and other suspended particulate matter from the water, thereby maintaining water quality cleanliness and stability. Their working principle is based on the surface tension of air bubbles; they generate numerous tiny bubbles that adsorb and carry organic matter from the water to the surface, where it is ultimately collected and treated. This equipment is essential for providing a healthy living environment for marine life.

[0003] Currently available protein skimmers are typically mounted directly to the aquarium wall using a bracket, with a relatively fixed or only limited adjustable installation height. However, water levels in different aquariums can vary due to design differences, maintenance habits, and water volume adjustments. This leads to poor adaptability of existing protein skimmers in practical use. Specifically, due to variations in the internal structure and water level of different aquariums, traditional protein skimmers struggle to flexibly adapt to various installation environments, failing to guarantee optimal operating efficiency. In light of these technical issues, a protein skimmer with easily adjustable placement height is needed to improve the equipment's applicability and user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention proposes a quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator, which solves the above-mentioned problems existing in the use of the prior art.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows: A quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator includes a needle brush pump, a support base, a gas-water regulating valve, a gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood, a reaction cup, a collection cup connecting sleeve, and a collection cup. The needle brush pump is installed on the lower side of the support base, the gas-water regulating valve is located on the upper side of the support base, the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood is installed on the gas-water regulating valve, the reaction cup is installed on the gas-water regulating valve and sleeved on the outside of the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood, the collection cup is connected to the upper side of the reaction cup through the collection cup connecting sleeve, a cylinder wall clamp is movably sleeved on the reaction cup, an adjusting bracket is fixedly connected to the support base, the adjusting bracket extends vertically upward, the cylinder wall clamp is movably fitted on the adjusting bracket, and the adjusting bracket is provided with a fixing mechanism for fixing the cylinder wall clamp.

[0006] Preferably, the cylinder wall clamp is provided with a collar that is sleeved on the reaction cup, the cylinder wall clamp is provided with a clamping opening, and the cylinder wall clamp is also provided with a through opening extending vertically, through which the adjusting bracket passes, and the fixing mechanism is used to fix the position between the adjusting bracket and the through opening.

[0007] Preferably, a limiting block is integrally formed on one side of the upper end of the cylinder wall clamp, and a plurality of toothed slots are provided on the adjusting bracket, the limiting block being used to enter the toothed slots.

[0008] Preferably, the fixing mechanism includes a fixing seat that is movably sleeved on the adjusting bracket and located on the upper side of the cylinder wall clamp. An insert block is integrally formed on the fixing seat. When the limiting block enters the toothed groove, the insert block is used to insert into the through hole to prevent the limiting block from exiting the toothed groove.

[0009] Preferably, the upper cover of the collection cup is provided with a silencing top cover, the silencing top cover is provided with a vent, the silencing top cover is also connected to a connector, the connector is connected to the needle brush pump by a connecting pipe, the needle brush pump also includes a water inlet and a water outlet, the water outlet passes through the base of the bracket and is inserted into the steam-water regulating valve and connected to the gas-gathering and slow-flow cover.

[0010] Preferably, the bottom of the steam-water regulating valve is provided with an arc-shaped water outlet, and the bottom support of the bracket is also provided with a water passage corresponding to the water outlet.

[0011] Preferably, the lower end of the reaction cup is fitted onto the soda-water regulating valve, the upper end of the reaction cup is inserted into the collecting cup connecting sleeve, the collecting cup includes an inner tube and an outer tube, the outer tube is fitted over the inner tube, the upper side of the collecting cup connecting sleeve is provided with a slot for the inner tube and the outer tube to be inserted, and the silencing top cover is inserted into the upper end of the outer tube.

[0012] Preferably, the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood includes an annular screen and a central tube located in the middle of the screen. A rewind flow generating plate is provided on the upper side of the screen, and the rewind flow generating plate abuts against the inner wall of the reaction cup.

[0013] In summary, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] 1. This utility model's protein skimmer, by incorporating an adjustable support and a tank wall clamp, and with a fixing mechanism on the adjustable support, allows for convenient height adjustment based on the water level in the aquarium. This design significantly improves the applicability and flexibility of the equipment, while simplifying installation and maintenance.

[0015] 2. The design of the cylinder wall clamp includes a collar, clamping jaws, and through-holes, allowing it to be flexibly fitted onto the reaction vessel and movable within the adjusting bracket, facilitating quick adjustment of the protein separator's height. This structure not only enhances the equipment's adaptability but also improves the user experience.

[0016] 3. The design of the limiting block and toothed groove provides a simple and effective fixing method, ensuring that after adjusting to the appropriate height, the protein separator can be stably held in the selected position by inserting the plug on the fixing mechanism into the through-hole, preventing positional changes caused by accidental collisions or water flow impacts.

[0017] 4. The structure of the connector on the silencing top cover and the connecting tube connected to the needle brush pump can prevent water and air bubbles in the collection cup from overflowing if the collection cup is not cleaned in time. They can be directly returned to the needle brush pump and re-enter the reaction cup through the connecting tube.

[0018] 5. The various structures of this utility model are assembled separately, which facilitates disassembly and cleaning.

[0019] 6. The present invention can form a circulation mechanism in the reaction cup to ensure that the bubbles can rise stably instead of breaking in turbulence, thereby further improving the purification efficiency.

[0020] 7. By rotating the reaction cup and the steam-water regulating valve to make the outlet and inlet of the water misaligned, the amount of water flowing out can be changed, thereby changing the amount of water in the reaction cup. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art 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.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure when observed from another angle;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention, showing the reaction cup and the gas-gathering and slow-flow hood exploding apart;

[0026] Figure 5 This is an exploded structural diagram of the support base, steam-water regulating valve, gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood, and rewind flow generating plate in this utility model.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cylinder wall clamp, adjusting bracket, and fixing base of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 7 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cylinder wall clamp of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixed base in this utility model.

[0031] In the diagram: 1. Needle brush pump; 11. Inlet; 12. Outlet; 13. Power line; 2. Support base; 21. Water outlet; 3. Steam-water regulating valve; 31. Outlet; 4. Gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood; 41. Screen; 42. Central tube; 43. Rewind flow generating plate; 5. Reaction cup; 6. Collection cup connecting sleeve; 61. Slot; 7. Collection cup; 71. Inner tube; 72. Outer tube; 8. Cylinder wall clamp; 81. Collar; 82. Clamp; 83. Through hole; 84. Limiting block; 91. Adjusting bracket; 911. Toothed groove; 92. Fixing seat; 921. Insert block; 10. Silencing top cover; 101. Vent; 102. Connector; 103. Connecting pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The following will refer to the appendix in the embodiments of this utility model. Figure 1-9 The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model are clearly and completely described herein. 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.

[0033] Example:

[0034] like Figures 1 to 9As shown, this utility model discloses a quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator, including a needle brush pump 1, a support base 2, a gas-water regulating valve 3, a gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood 4, a reaction cup 5, a collection cup connecting sleeve 6, and a collection cup 7. The needle brush pump 1, as the core component for bubble generation, is installed on the lower side of the support base 2, while the gas-water regulating valve 3 is located on the upper side of the support base 2. The gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood 4 is installed on the gas-water regulating valve 3, and the reaction cup 5 is installed on the gas-water regulating valve 3 and sleeved on the outside of the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood 4. The collection cup 7 is connected via the collection cup connecting sleeve 6. On the upper side of the reaction cup 5, the needle brush pump 1, the bracket base 2, the steam-water regulating valve 3, the gas-gathering and slow-flow hood 4, the reaction cup 5, the collection cup connecting sleeve 6, and the collection cup 7 are all existing technologies. In this utility model, a cylinder wall clamp 8 is movably sleeved on the reaction cup 5 to fix the entire device to the edge of the fish tank. An adjusting bracket 91 is interference-inserted into the bracket base 2. The adjusting bracket 91 extends vertically upward, and the cylinder wall clamp 8 is movably fitted on the adjusting bracket 91. A fixing mechanism for fixing the cylinder wall clamp 8 is provided on the adjusting bracket 91.

[0035] Specifically, the cylinder wall clamp 8 is provided with a collar 81 for movably fitting onto the reaction cup 5. There is a gap between the collar 81 and the reaction cup 5, but the upper side of the collar 81 will abut against the collecting cup connecting sleeve 6. The cylinder wall clamp 8 is provided with a clamping opening 82 for hanging on the cylinder wall. In addition, the cylinder wall clamp 8 is also provided with a through opening 83 extending vertically. The adjusting bracket 91 passes through the through opening 83, and the fixing mechanism is used to fix the position between the adjusting bracket 91 and the through opening 83.

[0036] Specifically, the cylinder wall clamp 8 has an integrally formed limiting block 84 on one side of the upper end of the through-hole 83, and the adjusting bracket 91 has several toothed slots 911, and the limiting block 84 is used to enter the toothed slots 911.

[0037] The fixing mechanism includes a fixing seat 92 that is movably sleeved on the adjusting bracket 91 and located on the upper side of the cylinder wall clamp 8. An insert block 921 is integrally formed on the fixing seat 92. When the limiting block 84 enters the toothed groove 911, the insert block 921 is used to insert into the through hole 83 to prevent the limiting block 84 from exiting the toothed groove 911.

[0038] like Figures 5 to 8As shown, when adjusting the height, move the fixed base 92 upwards to disengage the insert 921 from the through-hole 83. Then, pry the adjusting bracket 91 and the cylinder wall clamp 8 to the side to disengage the limiting block 84 of the through-hole 83 from the toothed slot 911 of the adjusting bracket 91. This allows the cylinder wall clamp 8 to move up and down. When it is moved to the appropriate position, the limiting block 84 can enter the corresponding toothed slot 911. Then, press the fixed base 92 downwards to insert the insert 921 into the through-hole 83, thereby preventing the limiting block 84 from coming out of the toothed slot 911. This ensures that the equipment will not shift in height due to vibration or water flow impact during use. When the cylinder wall clamp 8 is in the upper position of the adjusting bracket 91, the bracket base 2 can be separated from the steam-water regulating valve 3. This allows the reaction cup and the collection cup to face upwards, as long as the water outlet 12 of the needle brush pump 1 is still aligned with the middle hole of the steam-water regulating valve 3.

[0039] In this utility model, the upper cover of the collecting cup 7 is provided with a sound-absorbing top cover 10, which has a vent 101. The sound-absorbing top cover 10 is also connected to a connector 102. A connecting pipe 103 is connected between the connector 102 and the needle brush pump 1. The needle brush pump 1 also includes a water inlet 11 and a water outlet 12. The water outlet 12 passes through the support base 2 and is inserted into the steam-water regulating valve 3 and connected to the gas-gathering and slow-flow cover 4. The needle brush pump 1 also has an electrical connection line 13.

[0040] When too much foam accumulates in the collection cup 7 and it is close to overflowing, the excess water and the air bubbles that are not completely separated can be returned to the needle brush pump 1 through the connector 102 and the connecting tube 103, and then re-enter the reaction cup 5 for secondary treatment, effectively preventing liquid from overflowing and polluting the aquarium water quality.

[0041] In this utility model, the bottom of the steam-water regulating valve 3 is provided with an arc-shaped water outlet 31, and the support base 2 is also provided with a water passage 21 corresponding to the water outlet 31. If the reaction cup 5 and the steam-water regulating valve 3 are rotated so that the water outlet 31 and the water passage 21 are misaligned, the amount of water output can be changed, thereby changing the amount of water in the reaction cup 5.

[0042] In this invention, the lower end of the reaction cup 5 is fitted onto the soda-water regulating valve 3, and the upper end of the reaction cup 5 is inserted into the collecting cup connecting sleeve 6. The collecting cup 7 includes an inner tube 71 and an outer tube 72, with the outer tube 72 fitted over the inner tube 71. The upper side of the collecting cup connecting sleeve 6 has a slot 61 for inserting the inner tube 71 and the outer tube 72. The silencing top cover 10 is inserted into the upper end of the outer tube 72. All components in this application are assembled together and can be disassembled with force. Disassembly allows for cleaning, and without deliberate disassembly, the structure of this invention remains assembled and will not fall apart during use.

[0043] In this utility model, the gas-gathering and slow-flow hood includes an annular screen 41 and a central tube 42 located in the middle of the screen 41. A rewind flow generating plate 43 is provided on the upper side of the screen 41, and the rewind flow generating plate 43 abuts against the inner wall of the reaction cup 5.

[0044] The working principle of this quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein skimmer is as follows: A needle-brush pump draws water from the aquarium through the inlet 11, simultaneously drawing in air from the collection cup 7 and mixing them thoroughly. This air-water mixture is then sent through the outlet 12 into the central tube 42 of the air-gathering and flow-regulating hood 4, continuously propelling it upwards. Initially, the bubbles and water flow are relatively chaotic. Due to the continuous upward flow of the water-vapor mixture from the central tube 42, the water vapor in the center flows upwards, while the bubbles on the sides tend to flow downwards due to gravity. However, due to the presence of the flow-generating plate 43 on the upper side of the air-gathering and flow-regulating hood 4, these downward-falling bubbles are redirected back to the center and slowly move upwards again, forming a circulation system. This circulation mechanism ensures that the bubbles rise steadily rather than bursting in turbulent flow, further improving purification efficiency.

[0045] In addition, the screen 41 structure of the air-gathering and flow-slowing hood 4 slows down the water flow, allowing the purified water to pass smoothly through the air-gathering and flow-slowing hood 4 and then flow out through the arc-shaped outlet 31 at the bottom of the air-water regulating valve 3, returning to the fish tank or other aquatic environment.

[0046] Additionally, the bubbles rise within the reaction vessel and form foam upon reaching the top. Due to surface tension, these bubbles are able to adsorb organic waste and other suspended particles in the water. Subsequently, these foams aggregate in collection cup 7 and burst, causing organic waste and other suspended particles to adhere to the collection cup.

[0047] In addition, if too much foam accumulates in the collection cup 7 and it is close to overflowing, the excess water and incompletely separated air bubbles can be returned to the needle brush pump 1 through the connector 102 on the silencing top cover 10 via the connecting pipe 103 for secondary treatment, preventing liquid overflow and water pollution.

[0048] In summary, this protein skimmer achieves highly efficient water purification by optimizing bubble generation and distribution, the bubble circulation mechanism, and an effective foam collection mechanism. Furthermore, its unique structural design allows users to quickly adjust the installation height as needed, enhancing the equipment's flexibility and adaptability.

[0049] It should also be noted that the terms used in this utility model, such as "front", "rear", "vertical", "horizontal", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. 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 limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0050] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A quick-release, adjustable, explosion-proof protein separator, characterized in that: The device includes a needle brush pump, a support base, a gas-water regulating valve, a gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood, a reaction cup, a collection cup connecting sleeve, and a collection cup. The needle brush pump is installed on the lower side of the support base, the gas-water regulating valve is located on the upper side of the support base, the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood is installed on the gas-water regulating valve, the reaction cup is installed on the gas-water regulating valve and sleeved on the outside of the gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood, the collection cup is connected to the upper side of the reaction cup through the collection cup connecting sleeve, a cylinder wall clamp is movably sleeved on the reaction cup, an adjusting bracket is fixedly connected to the support base, the adjusting bracket extends vertically upward, the cylinder wall clamp is movably fitted on the adjusting bracket, and the adjusting bracket is provided with a fixing mechanism for fixing the cylinder wall clamp.

2. The quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cylinder wall clamp is provided with a collar that is fitted onto the reaction cup. The cylinder wall clamp has a clamping opening and a through opening that runs vertically through the cylinder wall clamp. The adjusting bracket passes through the through opening, and the fixing mechanism is used to fix the position between the adjusting bracket and the through opening.

3. The quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cylinder wall is clamped on one side of the upper end of the through-hole, and a limiting block is integrally formed on the adjusting bracket. The adjusting bracket has several toothed slots, and the limiting block is used to enter the toothed slots.

4. The quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fixing mechanism includes a fixing seat that is movably sleeved on the adjusting bracket and located on the upper side of the cylinder wall clamp. An insert block is integrally formed on the fixing seat. When the limiting block enters the toothed slot, the insert block is used to insert into the through hole to prevent the limiting block from exiting the toothed slot.

5. A quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper cover of the collection cup is equipped with a sound-absorbing top cover, which has a vent. The sound-absorbing top cover is also connected to a connector, and a connecting pipe is connected between the connector and the needle brush pump. The needle brush pump also includes a water inlet and a water outlet. The water outlet passes through the base of the bracket and is inserted into the steam-water regulating valve and connected to the gas-gathering and slow-flow hood.

6. The quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the steam-water regulating valve has an arc-shaped water outlet, and the bottom support of the bracket also has a water passage corresponding to the water outlet.

7. A quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator according to claim 5, characterized in that: The lower end of the reaction cup is fitted onto the soda-water regulating valve, and the upper end of the reaction cup is inserted into the collecting cup connecting sleeve. The collecting cup includes an inner tube and an outer tube, with the outer tube fitted over the inner tube. The upper side of the collecting cup connecting sleeve has a slot for inserting the inner tube and the outer tube, and the silencing top cover is inserted into the upper end of the outer tube.

8. The quick-release adjustable explosion-proof protein separator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gas-gathering and flow-slowing hood includes an annular screen and a central tube located in the middle of the screen. A rewind flow generating plate is provided on the upper side of the screen, and the rewind flow generating plate abuts against the inner wall of the reaction cup.

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