A debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract

Abstract

This utility model discloses a debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract, relating to the field of saponin treatment technology. It includes a base; a unit tank is positioned above the base along a left-right direction; the unit tank is connected to the base via a vibration assembly; two partition plates are fixedly fitted and interlocked from left to right inside the unit tank; each partition plate has a fixed outlet; a solenoid valve is installed on the outlet; the two partition plates divide the inside of the unit tank from left to right into a heating chamber, a neutralization chamber, and a cooling chamber; each of the three chambers has a sealable injection port connected to its upper side; a temperature-controlled heater is fixed inside the heating chamber; a temperature-controlled refrigerator is fixed inside the cooling chamber; and temperature sensors are fixed inside the heating and cooling chambers respectively. The advantages of this utility model are: it can realize the entire debittering process, reducing operational difficulty and saving costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of saponin treatment technology, and in particular to a debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract. Background Technology

[0002] Jujube seed saponins have traditional effects such as nourishing the liver, calming the mind, soothing the nerves, and reducing sweating. They are mainly used to treat insomnia due to deficiency and restlessness, palpitations, thirst, and night sweats. Modern research has confirmed that they also have pharmacological activities such as sedation and hypnosis, antidepressant, antitumor, and cardioprotective effects. They can exert their effects by regulating the neurotransmitter system.

[0003] However, the pentacyclic triterpenoids in jujube seed saponin extract result in a noticeable bitter taste, leading to a poor palatability. To improve the taste, a debittering treatment is necessary for the jujube seed saponin extract. Currently, however, the debittering process requires separate equipment for each step, which is complex and costly. An integrated debittering system specifically designed for debittering saponin extracts is needed. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract, which can realize the entire debittering process, reduce the difficulty of operation, and save costs.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is: to provide a debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract, including a base; a unit tank is provided above the base along the left and right direction; the unit tank and the base are connected by a vibration component; The unit tank has two partition plates fixedly fitted together from left to right inside. Each partition plate has a fixed outlet. A solenoid valve is installed on the outlet. The two partition plates divide the tank into a heating chamber, a neutralization chamber, and a cooling chamber from left to right. Each of the three chambers has a sealable injection port on its upper side. A temperature-controlled heater is fixed inside the heating chamber. A temperature-controlled refrigerator is fixed inside the cooling chamber. Temperature sensors are fixed inside both the heating and cooling chambers. A discharge port is connected to the bottom of the cooling chamber. A sealing plate is detachably connected to the discharge port. The oscillation assembly includes a lifting lug fixed to the left end of the unit tank and a bracket fixed to the right end of the unit tank; a vertical frame is fixed to the left side of the base and a base is fixed to the right side; a rotating shaft arranged in the front-back direction is fixed on the base; the bracket is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft; a servo motor for reciprocating forward and reverse rotation is fixed to the upper end of the vertical frame; a winch is coaxially fixed to the output end of the servo motor; a pull rope is wound on the winch; one end of the pull rope is connected to the winch and the other end is connected to the lifting lug.

[0006] To further optimize this technical solution, a partition plate for a debittering unit of jujube seed saponin extract is a conical structure with a diameter at the right end smaller than that at the left end; the outlet is connected to the right end of the partition plate.

[0007] To further optimize this technical solution, the tank of a jujube seed saponin extract debittering unit is externally covered with an insulation layer.

[0008] To further optimize this technical solution, a transparent observation window is embedded on the outer side of the heating chamber, neutralization chamber, and cooling chamber of a jujube seed saponin extract debittering unit.

[0009] To further optimize this technical solution, a sealing cap is provided on the threaded connection of the injection port of a jujube seed saponin extract debittering unit.

[0010] To further optimize this technical solution, a sealing plate of a jujube seed saponin extract debittering unit is inserted and sealed from right to left through the discharge port.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The heating chamber heats the jujube seed saponin concentrate, causing the bitter substances to decompose and achieving the debittering process. The neutralization chamber adds a neutralizing agent to the jujube seed saponin concentrate after the debittering process, achieving the taste correction and debittering treatment of the bitter substances. The cooling chamber rapidly cools the jujube seed saponin concentrate after the taste correction and debittering treatment, reducing its solubility and causing the saponin extract to precipitate.

[0012] The servo motor of the oscillation component can drive the winch to reciprocate in both forward and reverse directions, so that the pull rope moves back and forth between winding and slack. Combined with the rotation connection of the shaft at the other end of the unit tank, the unit tank can continuously shake, which plays a continuous oscillating role on the jujube seed saponin liquid inside, which helps to improve the efficiency of each step of the debittering process. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cooling chamber.

[0014] In the diagram, 1. Base; 2. Unit tank; 3. Partition plate; 4. Outlet; 5. Solenoid valve; 6. Heating chamber; 7. Neutralization chamber; 8. Cooling chamber; 9. Inlet; 10. Temperature-controlled heater; 11. Temperature-controlled refrigerator; 12. Temperature sensor; 13. Discharge port; 14. Sealing plate; 15. Lifting lug; 16. Bracket; 17. Stand; 18. Base; 19. Shaft; 20. Servo motor; 21. Winch; 22. Pull rope; 23. Insulation layer; 24. Observation window; 25. Sealing cap. Detailed Implementation

[0015] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0016] like Figure 1 As shown, a debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract includes a base 1; a unit tank 2 is provided above the base 1 along the left-right direction; the unit tank 2 and the base 1 are connected by a vibration component. like Figure 1-2 As shown, the unit tank 2 has two partition plates 3 fixedly fitted together from left to right inside; the partition plates 3 are fixedly connected to outlets 4; a solenoid valve 5 is installed on the outlets 4; the two partition plates 3 divide the inside of the unit tank 2 from left to right into a heating chamber 6, a neutralization chamber 7, and a cooling chamber 8; the upper sides of the heating chamber 6, neutralization chamber 7, and cooling chamber 8 are respectively connected to sealable injection ports 9; a temperature-controlled electric heater 10 is fixed inside the heating chamber 6; a temperature-controlled refrigerator 11 is fixed inside the cooling chamber 8; temperature sensors 12 are fixed inside the heating chamber 6 and cooling chamber 8 respectively; a discharge port 13 is connected to the bottom of the cooling chamber 8; a sealing plate 14 is detachably connected inside the discharge port 13; like Figure 1-2 As shown, the oscillation assembly includes a lifting lug 15 fixed to the left end of the unit tank 2 and a bracket 16 fixed to the right end of the unit tank 2; a vertical frame 17 is fixed to the left side of the base 1 and a base 18 is fixed to the right side; a rotating shaft 19 arranged in the front-back direction is fixed on the base 18; the bracket 16 is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft 19; a servo motor 20 for reciprocating forward and reverse rotation is fixed to the upper end of the vertical frame 17; a winch 21 is coaxially fixed to the output end of the servo motor 20; a pull rope 22 is wound on the winch 21; one end of the pull rope 22 is connected to the winch 21 and the other end is connected to the lifting lug 15.

[0017] First, the concentrated extract of jujube seed saponins to be processed is added to the heating chamber 6 through the injection port 9 connected to the heating chamber 6. Water can also be added for dilution as needed. Heating dissolves and decomposes the bitter substances, reducing bitterness. During heating, a temperature-controlled heater 10 heats the material to the required temperature. By receiving the temperature signal from the temperature sensor 12, the temperature-controlled heater 10 controls the heating process accordingly, avoiding problems such as insufficient or excessive temperature. Heating and holding at this temperature for a certain period can significantly decompose the bitter substances. Generally, heating to 80℃ and holding for 5 hours is sufficient to decompose most of the bitter substances.

[0018] After the heating and debittering process is completed, the solenoid valve 5 on the outlet 4 connecting the heating chamber 6 and the neutralization chamber 7 is opened by controlling the pull rope 22 to be wound by the servo motor 20, which pulls the left end of the unit tank 2 higher. The material in the heating chamber 6 can then flow into the neutralization chamber 7 through the corresponding outlet 4. After the flow is completed, the solenoid valve 5 is closed. Then, edible flavor neutralizers such as acidulants and sweeteners can be injected through the injection port 9 connected to the neutralization chamber 7 to further mask and neutralize the residual bitterness, thus completing the taste correction and debittering process.

[0019] After the flavoring and debittering process is completed, the bitter taste has been largely eliminated. Following the above steps, the material in the neutralization chamber 7 is transferred to the cooling chamber 8, and the temperature-controlled refrigerator 11 is activated to rapidly cool the material, reducing the solubility of the jujube seed saponin extract and allowing the saponin extract to gradually precipitate. By receiving the temperature signal from the temperature sensor 12, the temperature-controlled refrigerator 11 controls the degree of cooling accordingly to prevent insufficient cooling from affecting the precipitation rate of the jujube seed saponin extract. After the material has gradually precipitated, the debittered material can be discharged by releasing the seal plate 14 from the discharge port 13.

[0020] In this scheme, the heating chamber 6, neutralization chamber 7 and cooling chamber 8 are all connected to corresponding injection ports 9, which allows for the addition of various additives at any time according to different needs in different debittering processes, thus improving versatility.

[0021] The servo motor 20 of the oscillation component drives the winch 21 to reciprocate in both forward and reverse directions, causing the pull rope 22 to reciprocate between winding and slackening. Combined with the rotational connection of the shaft 19 at the other end of the unit tank 2, the unit tank 2 can continuously oscillate, providing a continuous vibration effect on the jujube seed saponin solution inside. This operation, when used in the heating and debittering processes and the cooling process, helps to achieve faster and more uniform temperature distribution. When used in the neutralization process, it helps to ensure uniform mixing of the neutralizing agent and the material, improving the efficiency of the entire debittering process.

[0022] like Figure 1 As shown, the partition plate 3 is a conical structure with a diameter at the right end smaller than that at the left end; the outlet 4 is connected to the right end of the partition plate 3. After the pull rope 22 pulls the left end of the unit tank 2 higher, this structure facilitates more thorough material discharge and reduces residue.

[0023] like Figure 1 As shown, the unit tank 2 is covered with an insulation layer 23. The insulation layer 23 (made of materials such as insulating foam) can reduce heat exchange with the outside environment and reduce energy loss during the heating and cooling processes.

[0024] like Figure 1 As shown, transparent observation windows 24 are embedded on the outer sides of the heating chamber 6, neutralization chamber 7, and cooling chamber 8. The observation windows 24 allow the operator to easily monitor whether each step of the debittering process is proceeding normally.

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, a cap 25 is threaded onto the injection port 9. The opening or closing of the injection port 9 can be easily controlled by screwing on the cap 25.

[0026] like Figure 2 As shown, the sealing plate 14 is inserted through the discharge port 13 from right to left. Pulling the sealing plate 14 outward will open the discharge port 13, making the operation convenient.

[0027] It is understood that this utility model has been described through some embodiments, and those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes or equivalent substitutions can be made to these features and embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Furthermore, under the teachings of this utility model, these features and embodiments can be modified to adapt to specific situations and materials without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, and all embodiments falling within the scope of the claims of this application are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A jujube seed saponin extract debittering unit, characterized in that: Includes a base (1); a unit tank (2) is provided above the base (1) along the left and right directions; the unit tank (2) and the base (1) are connected by a vibration assembly; The unit tank (2) has two partition plates (3) fixedly fitted together from left to right inside; the partition plates (3) are fixedly connected to outlets (4); the outlets (4) are equipped with solenoid valves (5); the two partition plates (3) divide the unit tank (2) into a heating chamber (6), a neutralization chamber (7) and a cooling chamber (8) from left to right; the heating chamber (6), the neutralization chamber (7) and the cooling chamber (8) are respectively connected to a sealable injection port (9) on their upper sides; a temperature-controlled electric heater (10) is fixed inside the heating chamber (6); a temperature-controlled refrigerator (11) is fixed inside the cooling chamber (8); temperature sensors (12) are fixed inside the heating chamber (6) and the cooling chamber (8); a discharge port (13) is connected to the bottom of the cooling chamber (8); a sealing plate (14) is detachably connected inside the discharge port (13). The oscillation assembly includes a lifting lug (15) fixed to the left end of the unit tank (2) and a bracket (16) fixed to the right end of the unit tank (2); a stand (17) is fixed to the left side of the base (1) and a base (18) is fixed to the right side; a rotating shaft (19) is fixed on the base (18) in the front-rear direction; the bracket (16) is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft (19); a servo motor (20) for reciprocating forward and reverse rotation is fixed to the upper end of the stand (17); a winch (21) is coaxially fixed to the output end of the servo motor (20); a pull rope (22) is wound on the winch (21); one end of the pull rope (22) is connected to the winch (21) and the other end is connected to the lifting lug (15).

2. The jujube kernel saponin extract debittering machine set according to claim 1, characterized in that: The partition plate (3) is a conical structure with a diameter at the right end smaller than that at the left end; the outlet (4) is connected to the right end of the partition plate (3).

3. The debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract according to claim 1, characterized in that: The unit tank (2) is covered with an insulation layer (23).

4. The debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract according to claim 3, characterized in that: Transparent observation windows (24) are embedded on the outside of the heating chamber (6), neutralization chamber (7) and cooling chamber (8).

5. The debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract according to claim 1, characterized in that: The injection port (9) is threaded with a cap (25).

6. The debittering unit for jujube seed saponin extract according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sealing plate (14) is inserted through the discharge port (13) from right to left to seal.

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