A seed germinator

Abstract

This utility model discloses a seed germination rack, including a base, a hollow rod fixed to the upper part of the base, and multiple germination boxes arranged vertically on the outside of the hollow rod. Each germination box includes a shell and a connecting sleeve, which is fitted onto the outside of the hollow rod. The shell can rotate along the axial direction of the hollow rod to misalign the upper and lower germination boxes. This utility model, by stacking multiple germination boxes on the hollow rod, and allowing each germination box to rotate along the hollow rod to misalign the upper and lower germination boxes, facilitates light exposure for the seeds in the lower germination boxes after germination.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a seed germination container, and more specifically, to a seed germination rack. Background Technology

[0002] In home gardening, germination boxes are typically used for seed germination, and these boxes are stacked on a germination rack. However, this method has some drawbacks. The upper germination boxes block the light from the lower ones, and the seedlings in the lower boxes do not receive sufficient light, which is detrimental to their growth. Furthermore, the wastewater that seeps through the germination paper cannot be collected properly when the boxes are stacked. Therefore, there is an urgent need to improve this method. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a seed germination rack. Multiple germination boxes are stacked on a hollow rod, and each germination box can rotate along the hollow rod so that the upper and lower germination boxes are misaligned, thereby improving the light conditions after the seeds in the lower germination box germinate.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a seed germination rack, including a base, a hollow rod fixed on the upper part of the base, and a plurality of germination boxes arranged vertically on the outside of the hollow rod. Each germination box includes a shell, and the shell includes a connecting sleeve. The connecting sleeve is fitted on the outside of the hollow rod, and the shell can rotate along the axial direction of the hollow rod to make the upper and lower germination boxes misaligned.

[0005] Furthermore, the housing includes a germination groove, a liquid storage groove is provided on the outer periphery of the germination groove, the germination groove and the liquid storage groove are separated by a partition rib, and a drain outlet is provided at the bottom of the germination groove, the drain outlet being connected to the interior of the hollow rod.

[0006] Furthermore, the hollow rod includes multiple hole groups, and each germination box is provided with such hole group below. The hole group includes multiple through holes distributed along the axis of the hollow rod. The through holes are connected to the drain outlet through a flexible hose. One end of the flexible hose is fixedly connected to the drain outlet, and the other end passes through a through hole located below the germination box.

[0007] Furthermore, a liquid collection tank is fixed to the upper part of the base, and a liquid outlet is provided at the lower part of the hollow rod. The liquid collection tank is sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod, and the liquid outlet is connected to the liquid collection tank.

[0008] Furthermore, the upper part of the liquid collection tank is covered with an end cap, and the lower part of the liquid collection tank is provided with a drain pipe.

[0009] Furthermore, the germination trough is equipped with a filter plate, the lower part of which is higher than the bottom of the germination trough, and the upper part of which is covered with germination paper.

[0010] Furthermore, the inner wall of the dividing rib is provided with multiple supporting ribs distributed along the periphery of the germination groove, and the lower part of the filter plate abuts against the upper part of the supporting ribs.

[0011] Furthermore, the germination paper includes a plurality of absorbent tongues located on its periphery, the other end of which extends beyond the dividing ribs and is inserted into the liquid storage tank.

[0012] Furthermore, the upper part of the partition rib is provided with a notch corresponding to the water-absorbing tongue, the water-absorbing tongue passes through the notch, the upper part of the liquid storage tank is covered with an annular cover, and the lower part of the annular cover abuts against the upper part of the partition rib.

[0013] Furthermore, the connecting sleeve is threaded with a handle bolt on its side, the germination box and the hollow rod are fixedly connected by the handle bolt, the lower part of the connecting sleeve abuts against a fixing sleeve, the fixing sleeve is sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod, and the fixing sleeve and the hollow rod are fixed by bolts.

[0014] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0015] 1. When the germination box needs to be moved, simply loosen the handle bolt, and the germination box can rotate and move up and down along the hollow rod. In this way, the upper and lower germination boxes can be staggered and the distance between them can be adjusted to promote the light conditions after the seeds in the lower germination box germinate.

[0016] 2. The liquid in the germination tank is discharged into the hollow rod through the drain outlet and hose, thereby realizing the centralized drainage of wastewater from multiple germination boxes. The wastewater discharged from the germination boxes enters the hollow rod and flows out from the outlet into the collection tank for collection. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this embodiment;

[0018] Figure 2 This is the front view of this embodiment;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of this embodiment;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A partial schematic diagram;

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 3 Enlarged view at point A;

[0022] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the germination box.

[0023] Reference numerals: 1. Base; 11. Counterweight; 2. Hollow rod; 21. Through hole; 22. Liquid outlet; 3. Shell; 31. Connecting sleeve; 32. Separating rib; 33. Germination trough; 34. Liquid storage tank; 35. Drain outlet; 36. Support rib; 37. Notch; 4. Handle bolt; 5. Filter plate; 6. Germination paper; 61. Absorbent tongue; 7. Ring cover; 8. Liquid collection tank; 81. End cap; 82. Drain pipe; 9. Flexible hose; 100. Fixing sleeve; 200. Bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, this embodiment discloses a seed germination rack, including a base 1, which is a cross-shaped metal frame. A counterweight 11 is fixed inside the base 1. The counterweight 11 is a metal block, which makes the base 1 have good support effect and good stability.

[0026] A hollow rod 2, which is a metal tube, is fixed to the upper part of the base 1 and welded to the base 1. Multiple germination boxes arranged vertically are sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod 2. Specifically, in this embodiment, there are three germination boxes. Each germination box includes a shell 3 and a connecting sleeve 31. The connecting sleeve 31 is sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod 2. The shell 3 can rotate along the axial direction of the hollow rod 2 to make the upper and lower germination boxes misaligned. A handle bolt 4 is threaded to the side of the connecting sleeve 31. The germination box is fixedly connected to the hollow rod 2 by the handle bolt 4. When it is necessary to move the germination box, simply loosen the handle bolt 4, and the germination box can rotate and move up and down along the hollow rod 2. In this way, the misalignment of the upper and lower germination boxes can be achieved and the distance between the upper and lower germination boxes can be adjusted to promote the light conditions after the seeds in the lower germination box germinate.

[0027] The base 1 is longer than the sum of the lengths of the two germination boxes. The shell 3 of the germination box is made of plastic and is lightweight. Even if the germination boxes on the hollow rod 2 are staggered at different angles, the base 1 can still provide stable support.

[0028] Furthermore, the lower part of the connecting sleeve 31 abuts against the fixing sleeve 100. The fixing sleeve 100 is sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod 2. The fixing sleeve 100 and the hollow rod 2 are fixed by bolts 200. There are three bolts 200 at each fixing sleeve 100. By fixing the fixing sleeve 100 to the hollow rod 2, the germination box can play a certain supporting role. When the handle bolt 4 and bolts 200 are locked, the germination box can be effectively prevented from sliding down, thus improving the fixing effect of the germination box.

[0029] like Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, the housing 3 includes a germination groove 33, and a liquid storage tank 34 is provided on the outer periphery of the germination groove 33. The germination groove 33 and the liquid storage tank 34 are separated by a partition rib 32. A filter plate 5 is provided inside the germination groove 33. The lower part of the filter plate 5 is higher than the bottom of the germination groove 33. Germination paper 6 is laid on the upper part of the filter plate 5. The germination paper 6 includes a plurality of water-absorbing tongues 61 located on its periphery. The other end of the water-absorbing tongues 61 passes over the partition rib 32 and is inserted into the liquid storage tank 34. The germination groove 33 is used for seed germination. The liquid storage tank 34 is filled with pure water. The seeds are laid on the germination paper 6. One end of the water-absorbing tongue 61 is immersed in the pure water in the liquid storage tank 34. The water-absorbing tongue 61 can draw the pure water in the liquid storage tank 34 into the germination paper 6 for seed germination. Excess water on the germination paper 6 will seep to the surface of the filter plate 5 and fall into the area below the filter plate 5 through the holes of the filter plate 5.

[0030] Furthermore, the inner wall of the partition rib 32 is provided with multiple support ribs 36 distributed along the periphery of the germination tank 33. The lower part of the filter plate 5 abuts against the upper part of the support rib 36. By setting the support rib 36, the filter plate 5 can be suspended, making it easier for pure water to fall to the bottom of the germination tank 33. It can also improve the structural strength of the shell 3 and prevent the partition rib 32 from deforming during manufacturing.

[0031] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the upper part of the partition rib 32 is provided with a notch 37 corresponding to the water-absorbing tongue 61. The water-absorbing tongue 61 passes through the notch 37. The upper part of the liquid storage tank 34 is covered with an annular cover 7. The lower part of the annular cover 7 abuts against the upper part of the partition rib 32. The annular cover 7 is a transparent plastic cover. By setting the annular cover 7, the water in the liquid storage tank 34 can be effectively prevented from being directly exposed to the outside world, reducing water evaporation. Furthermore, by setting the notch 37, the annular cover 7 can be prevented from squeezing the water-absorbing tongue 61, thus avoiding affecting the water absorption effect of the water-absorbing tongue 61.

[0032] like Figures 1-3As shown, the germination trough 33 has a drain outlet 35 at its bottom, which is connected to the interior of the hollow rod 2. Specifically, the hollow rod 2 includes multiple hole groups, and each germination box has such a hole group below it. The hole group includes multiple through holes 21 distributed along the axis of the hollow rod 2. The through holes 21 are connected to the drain outlet 35 by a flexible hose 9. One end of the flexible hose 9 is fixedly connected to the drain outlet 35, and the other end passes through a through hole 21 located below the germination box. The interface between the flexible hose 9 and the drain outlet 35 is fixed by a cable tie to prevent the flexible hose 9 from falling off the drain outlet 35. The other end of the flexible hose 9 passes through the through hole 21 and is inserted into the interior of the hollow rod 2. The liquid in the germination trough 33 is discharged into the interior of the hollow rod 2 through the drain outlet 35 and the flexible hose 9, thereby realizing the centralized drainage of wastewater from multiple germination boxes.

[0033] The length of the flexible tube 9 exceeds the distance between the drain outlet 35 and the through hole 21 by 7cm-10cm. If the distance between the drain outlet 35 and the through hole 21 is 30cm, the length of the flexible tube 9 should be 37cm-40cm. The length of the flexible tube 9 inserted into the through hole 21 should be more than 3cm to prevent the flexible tube 9 from detaching from the through hole 21 when the germination box is misaligned with the through hole 21.

[0034] In this embodiment, each hole group includes three through holes 21 evenly distributed in the hollow rod 2. When the germination box rotates within the range of -60° to 60°, it is not necessary to pull the hose 9 out of the initial through hole 21. When the germination box rotates too much, the hose 9 can be pulled out of the initial through hole 21 and then inserted into the nearest through hole 21 after the rotation is completed.

[0035] like Figure 3 As shown, a liquid collection tank 8 is fixed on the upper part of the base 1, and a liquid outlet 22 is provided at the lower part of the hollow rod 2. The liquid collection tank 8 is sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod 2, and the liquid outlet 22 is connected to the liquid collection tank 8. The bottom of the liquid collection tank 8 is sealed to the lower part of the hollow rod 2. In order to improve the sealing effect, the liquid collection tank 8 can be welded to the hollow rod 2. The wastewater discharged from the germination box enters the interior of the hollow rod 2 and then flows out from the liquid outlet 22 into the liquid collection tank 8 for collection.

[0036] The upper part of the liquid collection tank 8 is covered with an end cap 81, and the lower part of the liquid collection tank 8 is provided with a drain pipe 82. By setting the end cap 81, the wastewater in the liquid collection tank 8 can be prevented from being directly exposed to the outside. The outlet end of the drain pipe 82 is provided with a plug. When there is a lot of wastewater in the liquid collection tank 8, the plug can be removed to drain the water.

[0037] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model. The protection scope of this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions falling within the scope of this utility model's concept are protected. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, any improvements and modifications made without departing from the principle of this utility model should also be considered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A seed germination rack, characterized in that, Includes a base (1), on which a hollow rod (2) is fixed. Multiple germination boxes are fitted around the hollow rod (2) and arranged vertically. Each germination box includes a shell (3) and a connecting sleeve (31). The connecting sleeve (31) is fitted around the hollow rod (2). The shell (3) can rotate along the axial direction of the hollow rod (2) to make the upper and lower germination boxes misaligned.

2. The seed germination rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shell (3) includes a germination groove (33), and a liquid storage tank (34) is provided on the outer periphery of the germination groove (33). The germination groove (33) and the liquid storage tank (34) are separated by a partition rib (32). A drain outlet (35) is provided at the bottom of the germination groove (33), and the drain outlet (35) is connected to the interior of the hollow rod (2).

3. A seed germination rack according to claim 2, characterized in that, The hollow rod (2) includes multiple hole groups, and each germination box is provided with such hole group below. The hole group includes multiple through holes (21) distributed along the axis of the hollow rod (2). The through holes (21) are connected to the drain outlet (35) through a hose (9). One end of the hose (9) is fixedly connected to the drain outlet (35) and the other end passes through a through hole (21) located below the germination box.

4. A seed germination frame according to claim 3, characterized in that, A liquid collection tank (8) is fixed on the upper part of the base (1), and a liquid outlet (22) is provided at the lower part of the hollow rod (2). The liquid collection tank (8) is sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod (2), and the liquid outlet (22) is connected to the liquid collection tank (8).

5. A seed germination frame according to claim 4, characterized in that, The liquid collection tank (8) is covered with an end cap (81) on the upper part, and a drain pipe (82) is provided at the lower part of the liquid collection tank (8).

6. A seed germination rack according to claim 2, characterized in that, The germination trough (33) is equipped with a filter plate (5), the lower part of the filter plate (5) is higher than the bottom of the germination trough (33), and the upper part of the filter plate (5) is covered with germination paper (6).

7. A seed germination rack according to claim 6, characterized in that, The inner wall of the partition rib (32) is provided with multiple support ribs (36) distributed along the periphery of the germination groove (33), and the lower part of the filter plate (5) abuts against the upper part of the support ribs (36).

8. A seed germination rack according to claim 6, characterized in that, The germination paper (6) includes a plurality of absorbent tongues (61) located on its periphery, the other end of which extends over the partition rib (32) and is inserted into the liquid storage tank (34).

9. A seed germination rack according to claim 8, characterized in that, The upper part of the partition rib (32) is provided with a notch (37) corresponding to the water-absorbing tongue (61), the water-absorbing tongue (61) passes through the notch (37), the upper part of the liquid storage tank (34) is covered with an annular cover (7), and the lower part of the annular cover (7) abuts against the upper part of the partition rib (32).

10. A seed germination rack according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting sleeve (31) is threaded with a handle bolt (4) on its side. The germination box and the hollow rod (2) are fixedly connected by the handle bolt (4). The lower part of the connecting sleeve (31) abuts against a fixing sleeve (100). The fixing sleeve (100) is sleeved on the outside of the hollow rod (2). The fixing sleeve (100) and the hollow rod (2) are fixed by bolts (200).

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