A temperature controlled metal bath heating device

CN224656815UActive Publication Date: 2026-08-21CHINA NUCLEAR ZHONGTONG LANBO (CHENGDU) MEDICAL LAB CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202522044477.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-09-23
Publication Date
2026-08-21
Estimated Expiration
2035-09-23

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Technical Problem

[0003]传统的金属浴加热装置通常采用整体式结构,即加热模块与主机固定连接,金属块上的样品孔规格(如孔径、深度、排列方式等)较为单一

Benefits of technology

[0024]该基于温度控制的金属浴加热装置,通过顶板、加热元件、预留位、法兰、金属块、样品孔的配合设置,将金属块设计为模块化的,顶板顶部直放加热元件,金属块与法兰为一体,法兰通过连接件与顶板的预留位进行连接,实现金属块的模块化安装,加热元件嵌入金属块中,确保热量高效传递,这样的金属块为模块化的,可快速拆卸更换,不同的金属块上的样品孔规格不同,可更换的样品加热模块,用户可根据实验需求选择,使得设备的使用成本得到降低,设备的利用率得到提高。

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of metal bath heating device based on temperature control, including body, panel, button, roof, the front fixedly connected with panel of body, there is digital display screen on the panel, there are a plurality of buttons on the panel;The top of the body is fixedly connected with roof, the top of the roof is fixedly connected with a plurality of heating elements, the heating element is curved bar, and the heating element is heated by resistance.This utility model has the advantages that the metal block is designed as modular, the heating element is placed directly on the top of the roof, the metal block and the flange are integrated, the flange is connected to the reserved position of the roof through the connecting piece, the modular installation of the metal block is realized, the heating element is embedded in the metal block, the efficient heat transfer is ensured, the metal block is modular, can be quickly disassembled and replaced, the sample hole specifications on different metal blocks are different, the replaceable sample heating module can be selected according to the experimental requirements of user.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of metal bath technology, and in particular to a metal bath heating device based on temperature control. Background Technology

[0002] Metal bath heating devices are commonly used temperature control equipment in laboratories, widely applied in fields such as molecular biology, chemical analysis, and clinical testing. These applications include experiments requiring precise and stable temperature environments, such as enzymatic reactions, PCR pretreatment, sample incubation, and serum coagulation. Their core function is to utilize the high thermal conductivity of the metal medium (usually an aluminum block) to uniformly and rapidly transfer heat to the sample tubes, achieving precise temperature control of the sample.

[0003] Traditional metal bath heating devices typically employ an integrated structure, where the heating module is fixedly connected to the main unit, and the sample well specifications (such as pore size, depth, and arrangement) on the metal block are relatively limited. When users purchase equipment based on their experimental needs, they often need to match the specifications and quantity of sample tubes. If experimental conditions change (such as replacing centrifuge tubes or PCR tubes of different sizes), the existing equipment may no longer meet the requirements, necessitating the purchase of dedicated modules or the entire unit. This results in high operating costs, low equipment utilization, and large storage space requirements. Therefore, a temperature-controlled metal bath heating device is proposed to address these issues. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to at least solve one of the aforementioned technical defects.

[0005] Therefore, one objective of this utility model is to propose a temperature-controlled metal bath heating device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art and overcome the shortcomings of the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of the present invention provides a metal bath heating device based on temperature control, including a body, a panel, buttons, and a top plate. The front of the body is fixedly connected to the panel, which integrates a digital display screen and has several buttons installed on it.

[0007] A top plate is fixedly connected to the top of the machine body, and several heating elements are fixedly connected to the top of the top plate. The heating elements are bent rods and generate heat through resistance.

[0008] The top surface of the top plate has reserved positions at the four corners, and flanges are detachably connected to the reserved positions via connectors;

[0009] A metal block is fixedly connected to the top of the flange, and the metal block is fitted onto the surface of the heating element;

[0010] The bottom of the metal block has a groove for matching the heating element, and the top surface of the metal block has a plurality of sample holes, which are linearly arrayed on the top surface of the metal block.

[0011] The top surface of the top plate is detachably connected to a top cover, the bottom of the top cover is open, the top cover is transparent, and the top cover covers the top plate and the metal block.

[0012] Preferably, in any of the above solutions, the body and the panel are connected by screws, and the body integrates a temperature-controlled STM32 microcontroller.

[0013] Using the above technical solution: This metal bath device is a laboratory device that achieves precise temperature control through heat transfer from a metal block. It is widely used in experiments that require a stable temperature environment, such as enzyme reactions, PCR pretreatment, and sample incubation.

[0014] The principle of constant temperature and temperature control in this metal bath device is as follows: the temperature detection module, i.e., the sensor, monitors the actual temperature of the metal block in real time and outputs an analog signal (voltage signal); the microprocessor, i.e., the temperature control STM32 microcontroller, compares the actual temperature with the set temperature, calculates the deviation, and outputs adjustment commands; the power adjustment module (relay / SCR) adjusts the power of the heating element according to the command, controls the heat input, and the heating element is embedded in the metal block to ensure efficient heat transfer. The metal block is the heat transfer core of the constant temperature metal bath and directly contacts the sample container (such as centrifuge tube, PCR tube). The metal block is made of aluminum alloy, which is lightweight, has good thermal conductivity, and low cost.

[0015] Preferably, in any of the above embodiments, the internal structure of the machine body integrates a power control module, and a temperature sensor is installed at the corner of the top plate, with the measuring end of the temperature sensor attached to the surface of the metal block to monitor the temperature of the metal block.

[0016] Preferably, in any of the above solutions, the reserved position is threadedly connected to the connector, the connector being a hexagon socket screw, and the connector being inserted into a flange.

[0017] The core structure of this device consists of a top plate, heating element, pre-drilled slots, flange, metal block, and sample holes. The metal block is designed as a modular unit, with the heating element placed directly on top of the top plate. The metal block and flange are integrated, and the flange is connected to the pre-drilled slots on the top plate via connectors, enabling modular installation of the metal block. The heating element is embedded in the metal block, ensuring efficient heat transfer. This modular design allows for quick disassembly and replacement of the metal block. Different metal blocks have different sample hole specifications, and the replaceable sample heating modules allow users to choose according to their experimental needs.

[0018] Preferably, the metal block is made of aluminum alloy and is integrally welded to the flange, as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0019] The main body of the device integrates a temperature-controlling STM32 microcontroller and a power control module. A panel is fixedly connected to the front of the body, featuring a digital display and multiple buttons for displaying temperature information and setting parameters. A top plate is fixedly mounted on the top of the body, on which several curved heating elements are arranged; these elements generate heat through resistance heating.

[0020] The top plate has pre-drilled slots at its four corners for detachable flange installation via connectors. The flanges are welded to the metal block to form a single, easily replaceable heating module. The metal block is preferably made of aluminum alloy, which is lightweight, has good thermal conductivity, and is low in cost. The bottom of the metal block has a groove that matches the shape of the heating element, allowing the heating element to be embedded for efficient heat conduction. The top surface of the metal block has multiple rows of linearly arrayed sample wells for holding experimental sample containers such as centrifuge tubes and PCR tubes.

[0021] The top cover is made of transparent tempered glass and covers the outside of the top plate and metal block, which not only serves to keep the heat in place but also makes it easier for users to observe the experimental process.

[0022] Preferably, the material of the top cover is tempered glass, as described in any of the above solutions.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0024] This temperature-controlled metal bath heating device features a modular design for the metal block, with the heating element positioned directly on top of the top plate. The metal block and flange are integrated, with the flange connected to the pre-drilled slot on the top plate via connectors. This modular design allows for efficient heat transfer, as the heating element is embedded within the metal block. The modular design enables quick disassembly and replacement of the metal block. Different metal blocks have different sample hole specifications, and the replaceable sample heating modules allow users to choose according to their experimental needs, reducing operating costs and increasing equipment utilization.

[0025] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2This is a first-view structural schematic diagram of the metal block of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the metal block of this utility model from a second perspective;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the heating element of this utility model.

[0031] In the diagram: 1-body, 2-panel, 3-button, 4-top plate, 5-heating element, 6-reserved position, 7-connector, 8-flange, 9-metal block, 10-sample hole, 11-top cover. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0033] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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 according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this temperature-controlled metal bath heating device includes a body 1, a panel 2, buttons 3, and a top plate 4. The front of the body 1 is fixedly connected to the panel 2, which integrates a digital display screen and has several buttons 3 installed on it.

[0035] A top plate 4 is fixedly connected to the top of the body 1, and several heating elements 5 are fixedly connected to the top of the top plate 4. The heating elements 5 are bent rods and generate heat through resistance.

[0036] The top plate 4 has reserved positions 6 at the four corners of the top surface, and flanges 8 are detachably connected to the reserved positions 6 through connectors 7;

[0037] A metal block 9 is fixedly connected to the top of the flange 8, and the metal block 9 is fitted onto the surface of the heating element 5;

[0038] The bottom of the metal block 9 is provided with a groove for matching the heating element 5, and the top surface of the metal block 9 is provided with a plurality of sample holes 10, which are linearly arrayed on the top surface of the metal block 9.

[0039] The top surface of the top plate 4 is detachably connected to a top cover 11. The bottom of the top cover 11 is open and the top cover 11 is transparent. The top cover 11 covers the top plate 4 and the metal block 9.

[0040] Example 1: The main body 1 and the panel 2 are connected by screws. The main body 1 integrates a temperature-controlled STM32 microcontroller. The main body 1 also integrates a power control module. A temperature sensor is installed at the corner of the top plate 4, and the measuring end of this sensor is attached to the surface of the metal block 9 to monitor the temperature of the metal block 9. A pre-drilled slot 6 is threaded into a connector 7, specifically a hexagonal socket screw, which is inserted into a flange 8. The metal block 9 is made of aluminum alloy and is integrally welded to the flange 8. The top cover 11 is made of tempered glass.

[0041] Example 2: This metal bath device has a main body 1, which integrates a temperature control STM32 microcontroller and a power control module. A panel 2 is fixedly connected to the front of the main body 1, featuring a digital display and multiple buttons 3 for displaying temperature information and setting parameters. A top plate 4 is fixedly mounted on the top of the main body 1, on which several curved heating elements 5 are arranged. These heating elements 5 generate heat through resistance heating.

[0042] The top plate 4 has pre-drilled slots 6 at its four corners, allowing for the detachable installation of flanges 8 via connectors 7. The flanges 8 are welded to the metal block 9 to form a single, easily replaceable heating module. The metal block 9 is preferably made of aluminum alloy, which is lightweight, has good thermal conductivity, and is low in cost. The bottom of the metal block 9 has a groove that matches the shape of the heating element 5, allowing the heating element 5 to be embedded within it for efficient heat conduction. The top surface of the metal block 9 has multiple rows of linearly arrayed sample wells 10 for holding experimental sample containers such as centrifuge tubes and PCR tubes.

[0043] The top cover 11 is made of transparent tempered glass and covers the outside of the top plate 4 and the metal block 9. It serves both to keep the heat in place and to facilitate the user's observation of the experimental process.

[0044] This metal bath device is a laboratory instrument that achieves precise temperature control through heat transfer from a metal block. It is widely used in experiments that require a stable temperature environment, such as enzyme reactions, PCR pretreatment, and sample incubation.

[0045] The principle of constant temperature and temperature control in this metal bath device is as follows: the temperature detection module, i.e., the sensor, monitors the actual temperature of the metal block in real time and outputs an analog signal (voltage signal); the microprocessor, i.e., the temperature control STM32 microcontroller, compares the actual temperature with the set temperature, calculates the deviation, and outputs adjustment instructions; the power adjustment module (relay / thyristor): adjusts the power of the heating element 5 according to the instructions to control the heat input. The heating element 5 is embedded in the metal block 9 to ensure efficient heat transfer. The metal block 9 is the heat transfer core of the constant temperature metal bath and directly contacts the sample container (such as centrifuge tube, PCR tube). The metal block 9 is made of aluminum alloy, which is lightweight, has good thermal conductivity, and low cost.

[0046] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0047] Temperature detection: Temperature sensors installed at the corners of the top plate 4 monitor the surface temperature of the metal block 9 in real time and convert it into a voltage analog signal;

[0048] Signal processing and control: The temperature control STM32 microcontroller receives the sensor signal, compares the detected actual temperature with the target temperature set by the user via button 3, calculates the temperature deviation using a PID control algorithm, and generates corresponding adjustment commands;

[0049] Power regulation: The power control module (such as a relay or thyristor circuit) adjusts the power supply of the heating element 5 according to the instructions issued by the microcontroller, thereby controlling its heat generation;

[0050] Heat conduction and temperature control: The heat generated by the heating element 5 is efficiently conducted to the metal block 9. The metal block 9, as a heat sink, uniformly releases heat, keeping the experimental sample in the sample hole 10 in a stable temperature environment.

[0051] Modular design: Users can select metal block 9 modules with different sample hole sizes 10 according to the specifications of the experimental sample tubes. The entire metal block 9 and flange 8 assembly can be quickly replaced by disassembling the connector 7, which significantly improves the applicability and efficiency of the equipment.

[0052] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0053] This temperature-controlled metal bath heating device, through the coordinated arrangement of a top plate 4, heating element 5, reserved position 6, flange 8, metal block 9, and sample hole 10, features a modular design for the metal block 9. The heating element 5 is placed directly on top of the top plate 4, and the metal block 9 is integrated with the flange 8. The flange 8 is connected to the reserved position 6 of the top plate 4 via a connector 7, enabling modular installation of the metal block 9. The heating element 5 is embedded in the metal block 9, ensuring efficient heat transfer. This modular design allows for quick disassembly and replacement of the metal block 9. Different metal blocks 9 have different sample hole 10 specifications, and the replaceable sample heating modules allow users to select according to their experimental needs, thereby reducing the operating cost of the equipment and increasing its utilization rate.

Claims

1. A metal bath heating device based on temperature control, characterized in that, Includes a body (1), a panel (2), buttons (3), and a top plate (4). The front of the body (1) is fixedly connected to the panel (2), which integrates a digital display screen and has several buttons (3). The top of the body (1) is fixedly connected to a top plate (4), and a number of heating elements (5) are fixedly connected to the top of the top plate (4). The heating elements (5) are bent rods and generate heat through resistance. The top plate (4) has reserved positions (6) at the four corners of the top surface, and the reserved positions (6) are detachably connected to flanges (8) through connectors (7). A metal block (9) is fixedly connected to the top of the flange (8), and the metal block (9) is fitted onto the surface of the heating element (5); The bottom of the metal block (9) is provided with a groove for matching the heating element (5), and the top surface of the metal block (9) is provided with a plurality of sample holes (10), which are linearly arrayed on the top surface of the metal block (9). The top surface of the top plate (4) is detachably connected to a top cover (11), the bottom of the top cover (11) is open, the top cover (11) is transparent, and the top cover (11) covers the top plate (4) and the metal block (9).

2. The metal bath heating device based on temperature control as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The body (1) and the panel (2) are connected by screws. The body (1) has an integrated temperature control STM (32) microcontroller.

3. The metal bath heating device based on temperature control as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The body (1) has an integrated power control module inside. A temperature sensor is installed at the corner of the top plate (4) and the measuring end of the temperature sensor is attached to the surface of the metal block (9) to monitor the temperature of the metal block (9).

4. The metal bath heating device based on temperature control as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The reserved position (6) is threadedly connected to the connector (7), the connector (7) is specifically an internal hex screw, and the connector (7) is inserted into the flange (8).

5. A metal bath heating device based on temperature control as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The metal block (9) is made of aluminum alloy and is integrally welded to the flange (8).

6. The metal bath heating device based on temperature control as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The top cover (11) is made of tempered glass.