A steam kettle condensate recovery system

CN224787740UActive Publication Date: 2026-09-22SHANGHAI TONGMU ENERGY SAVING TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202522351726.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-11-05
Publication Date
2026-09-22
Estimated Expiration
2035-11-05

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

[0002]现有蒸汽釜在运行过程中会产生大量高温冷凝水,传统系统多采用手动排污和开放式排放,导致热能浪费、水资源利用率低,且存在安全隐患

Benefits of technology

[0019]1.通过釜下吊罐、釜前养浴室、室外水池和釜下水池的系统设置,能够构建完整的冷凝水回收利用体系,实现冷凝水的全封闭回收;通过机械式蒸汽疏水阀和电动阀的设置,能够实现自动高压排水和低压排污,提高系统自动化程度;通过PLC控制系统和操作显示界面的设置,能够实现系统的智能监控和远程操作,提高运行效率和安全性;通过冷凝水回收装置和换热器的设置,能够实现热能的有效回收利用,显著降低能耗;通过排汽风机的设置,能够确保系统稳定运行,防止不凝气体积累影响系统性能。

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN224787740U_ABST
    Figure CN224787740U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of steam kettle condensate water recovery systems, including cauldron under hanging tank, cauldron before bath room, outdoor water tank and cauldron water tank. Cauldron under hanging tank is equipped with drain, blow-off and emptying, and is connected cauldron before bath room, cauldron water tank and outdoor water tank respectively. Drain is equipped with mechanical steam trap to realize automatic high-pressure drainage, and blow-off is equipped with electric valve to realize automatic low-pressure blow-off. System further includes PLC control system, and water pump start-stop is controlled according to liquid level signal;Condensate water recovery device is recovered for heating or production;Operation display interface is integrated in autoclave operating platform to facilitate monitoring. The system realizes the full-closed recycling of condensate water, effectively saves water resources and heat energy, improves system automation degree and operation safety.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of energy-saving technology for steam equipment, and in particular to a steam kettle condensate recovery system. Background Technology

[0002] Existing steam reactors generate a large amount of high-temperature condensate during operation. Traditional systems often employ manual drainage and open discharge, resulting in wasted heat energy, low water resource utilization, and safety hazards. Although some systems are equipped with steam traps, they lack overall automatic control and efficient condensate recovery mechanisms, failing to achieve closed-loop energy utilization. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a steam autoclave condensate recovery system to solve the problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0005] A steam autoclave condensate recovery system includes:

[0006] The under-pressure vessel is used to collect the condensate discharged from the autoclave. The under-pressure vessel is equipped with a drain outlet, a sludge outlet, and an air vent.

[0007] The pre-fermentation chamber is connected to the drain outlet of the lower tank via a pipe;

[0008] The outdoor water tank is connected to the vent of the lower tank via an exhaust fan and an exhaust header.

[0009] The water tank below the reactor is used to store the condensate discharged from the pre-rearing room; it is also used to connect to the drain outlet of the hanging tank below the reactor via a drain pipe.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solutions, a complete system for the collection, treatment and recycling of condensate was constructed, realizing a closed-loop circulation of condensate.

[0011] In a further embodiment, a mechanical steam trap is provided at the drain outlet, which is used to achieve automatic high-pressure drainage.

[0012] In a further embodiment, an electric valve is provided at the drain outlet, which is used to realize automatic low-pressure sewage discharge.

[0013] In a further embodiment, a PLC control system is also included, which is connected to the liquid level sensor signal and is used to control the start and stop of the water pump according to the liquid level signal.

[0014] In a further embodiment, the pre-cabin curing chamber is connected to a condensate recovery device, which is used to recover condensate and supply it for heating or production purposes.

[0015] In a further embodiment, an operation display interface is also included, which is integrated into the autoclave control panel and used to display system operating parameters and equipment status.

[0016] In a further embodiment, the condensate recovery device includes a heat exchanger for cooling high-temperature condensate.

[0017] In a further embodiment, an exhaust fan is provided between the drain header and the outdoor water tank, and the exhaust fan is used to discharge non-condensable gases from the system.

[0018] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. By configuring a system including a bottom-mounted tank, a front-mounted curing bath, an outdoor water tank, and a bottom-mounted water tank, a complete condensate recovery and utilization system can be constructed, achieving fully enclosed condensate recovery. The installation of mechanical steam traps and electric valves enables automatic high-pressure drainage and low-pressure sewage discharge, improving the system's automation level. The PLC control system and operation display interface enable intelligent monitoring and remote operation, improving operational efficiency and safety. The condensate recovery device and heat exchanger enable effective heat recovery and utilization, significantly reducing energy consumption. The exhaust fan ensures stable system operation and prevents the accumulation of non-condensable gases from affecting system performance. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the steam autoclave condensate recovery system of this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Under-boiler tank; 2. In-boiler nursery; 3. Outdoor water tank; 4. Under-boiler water tank. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Identical parts are indicated by the same reference numerals. It should be noted that the terms "front," "rear," "left," "right," "upper," and "lower" used in the following description refer to the attached figures. Figure 1In this specification, the terms "bottom surface" and "top surface," "inner" and "outer" refer to the direction toward or away from the geometry of a specific component. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this specification, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly and specifically defined by the direction of the center.

[0024] Example 1:

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, a steam autoclave condensate recovery system includes: a lower autoclave tank 1 for collecting condensate discharged from the autoclave, the lower autoclave tank 1 being equipped with a drain outlet, a sewage outlet, and an vent outlet; an incubation chamber 2 for connecting to the drain outlet of the lower autoclave tank 1 via a pipe; an outdoor water tank 3 for connecting to the vent outlet of the lower autoclave tank 1 via an exhaust fan and an vent header; a lower autoclave water tank 4 for storing the condensate discharged from the incubation chamber 2; and a sewage outlet for connecting to the sewage outlet of the lower autoclave tank 1 via a sewage pipe; a mechanical steam trap is installed at the drain outlet for automatic high-pressure drainage; and an electric valve is installed at the sewage outlet. This system is designed for automatic low-pressure sewage discharge. It also includes a PLC control system connected to a liquid level sensor to control the start and stop of the water pump based on the liquid level signal. A condensate recovery device is connected to the pre-cathode curing chamber to recover condensate for heating or production use. An operation display interface is integrated into the autoclave control panel to display system operating parameters and equipment status. The condensate recovery device includes a heat exchanger for cooling high-temperature condensate. An exhaust fan is installed between the drain header and the outdoor water tank 3 to expel non-condensable gases from the system. Multiple under-cathode hanging tanks 1 are provided, and the connecting pipe structure between each under-cathode hanging tank 1 and the pre-cathode curing chamber 2, the outdoor water tank 3, and the under-cathode water tank 4 is identical.

[0026] Specific implementation process: A mechanical steam trap is installed at the drain outlet; this technical solution enables automatic high-pressure drainage and directs the high-pressure condensate into the recovery system. An electric valve is installed at the drain outlet; this technical solution enables automatic low-pressure drainage, avoiding manual operation and ensuring a safe and closed drainage process. A PLC control system is also included, connected to a liquid level sensor; this technical solution automatically controls the pump's start and stop based on the liquid level signal, improving the system's automation level. A condensate recovery device is connected to the pre-cathode curing chamber; this technical solution allows the high-temperature condensate to be used for workshop heating or production water, achieving heat energy recycling. An operation display interface is also included, integrated into the autoclave control panel; this technical solution facilitates real-time monitoring of the system's operating status by operators. The condensate recovery device includes a heat exchanger; this technical solution achieves efficient cooling of the high-temperature condensate for subsequent use. An exhaust fan is installed between the drain header and the outdoor water tank; this technical solution effectively removes non-condensable gases from the system, ensuring stable system operation.

[0027] In summary: A mechanical steam trap is installed at the drain outlet to achieve automatic high-pressure drainage and guide the high-pressure condensate into the recovery system. An electric valve is installed at the drain outlet to achieve automatic low-pressure drainage, eliminating manual operation and ensuring a safe and sealed drainage process. The system also includes a PLC control system, which is connected to a liquid level sensor signal to automatically control the start and stop of the water pump based on the liquid level signal, improving the system's automation level. A condensate recovery device is connected to the pre-reactor curing chamber, allowing the high-temperature condensate to be used for workshop heating or production water, achieving heat energy recycling. The system also includes an operation display interface integrated into the autoclave control panel, facilitating real-time monitoring of the system's operating status. The condensate recovery device includes a heat exchanger to efficiently cool the high-temperature condensate for subsequent use. An exhaust fan is installed between the drain header and the outdoor water tank to effectively remove non-condensable gases from the system, ensuring stable system operation. Multiple under-reactor hanging tanks 1 are provided, and the connecting pipe structure between each under-reactor hanging tank 1 and the pre-reactor curing chamber 2, the outdoor water tank 3, and the under-reactor water tank 4 is identical.

[0028] In the embodiments disclosed in this utility model, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "linking" can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments disclosed in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without contributing any inventive step, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by patent law.

Claims

1. A steam autoclave condensate recovery system, characterized in that, include: The under-pressure vessel (1) is used to collect the condensate discharged from the autoclave. The under-pressure vessel (1) is equipped with a drain outlet, a sewage outlet and an air vent. The pre-breeding chamber (2) is connected to the drain outlet of the lower tank (1) via a pipe; The outdoor water tank (3) is connected to the vent of the lower tank (1) through a steam exhaust fan and an exhaust header; The under-boiler water tank (4) is used to store the condensate discharged from the pre-boiler incubation room (2); it is used to connect to the drain outlet of the under-boiler hanging tank (1) through the drain pipe.

2. The steam reactor condensate recovery system according to claim 1, characterized in that: A mechanical steam trap is installed at the drain outlet, which is used to achieve automatic high-pressure drainage.

3. The steam autoclave condensate recovery system according to claim 1, characterized in that: An electric valve is installed at the sewage outlet, which is used to realize automatic low-pressure sewage discharge.

4. The steam autoclave condensate recovery system according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a PLC control system, which is connected to the liquid level sensor signal and is used to control the start and stop of the water pump according to the liquid level signal.

5. A steam autoclave condensate recovery system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The preheating chamber is connected to a condensate recovery device, which is used to recover condensate and supply it for heating or production.

6. The steam autoclave condensate recovery system according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes an operation display interface, which is integrated into the autoclave control panel and used to display system operating parameters and equipment status.

7. A steam autoclave condensate recovery system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The condensate recovery device includes a heat exchanger, which is used to cool down the high-temperature condensate.

8. A steam autoclave condensate recovery system according to claim 1, characterized in that: An exhaust fan is installed between the drain header and the outdoor water tank (3), and the exhaust fan is used to discharge non-condensable gases from the system.