A protein separator that is easy to clean

Abstract

The utility model discloses a protein separator convenient to clean, including jar body, the top of jar body is fixed with the collection cup, and the top of collection cup is equipped with the rotatable flush assembly of downward, and flush assembly stretches into jar body and collection cup, and flush assembly includes swivel joint, main pipe, branch pipe and rotation bearing, and swivel joint is fixed at the top of collection cup, and rotation bearing is fixed on the inner wall of jar body bottom, and main pipe is fixed between swivel joint and rotation bearing, and branch pipe is fixed on main pipe, and is linked together with main pipe, and is equipped with a plurality of spray header on main pipe and branch pipe, and swivel joint is connected with water pump through pipeline, and in the novel, flush assembly relies on water flow power rotation and washes, and through washing assembly, the inside of jar body and the inside of collection cup can be cleaned comprehensively regularly, keep protein separator inside neat, avoid polluting water body.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aquaculture equipment, and in particular to a protein separator that is easy to clean. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, in marine fish farming, due to incomplete mechanical filtration, some uneaten feed and feces dissolve in the water, forming protein, sugar, and lipid colloids. These colloids consume dissolved oxygen in the water and further decompose to produce toxic compounds such as ammonia nitrogen and nitrite. They must be removed quickly. Protein skimmers, also known as protein demisters, are an effective aquaculture water treatment device. They utilize the surface tension adsorption between air bubbles and water to adsorb organic matter such as proteins, sugars, and lipid colloids on the surface of the air bubbles. Through air flotation, the air bubbles float to the collection cup to separate and remove these organic matter from the water.

[0003] When existing protein skimmers are in operation, bubbles with attached organic matter are generally collected in a collection cup at the top of the tank, or discharged directly through the collection cup. After prolonged use, a large amount of dirt and grime accumulates in the collection cup. In addition, protein skimmers can only separate 50%-80% of the protein in water. After long-term use, the tank will also accumulate a large amount of dirt and microorganisms, which will cause reduced efficiency, blockage, and even water pollution. The collection cup can be disassembled for cleaning, but the tank is generally difficult to disassemble and the disassembly and cleaning are also very cumbersome. These are the existing problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a protein separator that is easy to clean. The collection cup and the inside of the container can be cleaned regularly to keep the inside of the protein separator clean and avoid water pollution.

[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: An easy-to-clean protein separator includes a tank with a collection cup fixed to the top. A downward-facing, rotatable rinsing assembly is located on the top of the collection cup, extending into the tank and the collection cup. The rinsing assembly includes a rotary joint, a main pipe, a branch pipe, and a rotary bearing. The rotary joint is fixed to the top of the collection cup, and the rotary bearing is fixed to the inner wall of the bottom of the tank. The main pipe is fixed between the rotary joint and the rotary bearing. The branch pipe is fixed to and connected to the main pipe. Several nozzles are provided on the main pipe and the branch pipe. A water pump is connected to the rotary joint via a pipe. The water pump outputs water, and the nozzles spray water, causing the main pipe and branch pipe to rotate, thus rinsing the inner walls of the tank and the collection cup.

[0006] Further optimized, a guide tube is fixed inside the tank, an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe are provided on the tank, a jet pump is fixed outside the tank, the inlet and outlet of the jet pump are connected to the tank through pipes, an ejector is provided on the pipe at the outlet of the jet pump, and the ejector is connected to an air supply pipe.

[0007] In a further optimized configuration, the guide tube divides the tank body into an inner zone and an outer zone, the outlet pipe is connected to the outer zone, the inlet and outlet pipes of the jet pump are connected to the inner zone, and an aeration pipe is fixedly connected to the end of the outlet pipe of the jet pump.

[0008] Further optimized, the branch pipe is divided into several first branch pipes and second branch pipes. The first branch pipes and second branch pipes are distributed in a circumferential shape around the main pipe. The first branch pipes are distributed inside the collection cup, and the second branch pipes are distributed in the outer area.

[0009] In a further optimized configuration, the nozzles on both the first and second branch pipes are oriented counterclockwise or clockwise, and the water spray from the nozzles provides power for the rotation of the branch pipes and main pipe.

[0010] Further optimized, the bottom of the second branch pipe is higher than the pipe inside the tank where the jet pump outlet is located, and a second nozzle is provided at the bottom of each second branch pipe.

[0011] Further optimized, both the inner and outer zones of the tank are connected to a first drain pipe, and the bottom of the collection cup is connected to a second drain pipe.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: This novel design incorporates a rinsing assembly on the tank. This assembly rotates using water flow power for cleaning, allowing for regular and thorough cleaning of the tank's interior and the collection cup, maintaining the protein separator's cleanliness and preventing microbial growth that could contaminate the water. Specifically, the nozzles on the main pipe rinse the inner walls of the guide tube, tank, and tank outlet; the nozzles on the first branch pipe rinse the inner walls of the collection cup and the outer walls of the tank outlet; the nozzles on the second branch pipe rinse the inner walls of the tank and the outer walls of the guide tube; and the second nozzle at the bottom of the second branch pipe rinses the inner walls of the tank and the outer walls of the guide tube at the bottom of the outer section. The rinse wastewater is discharged through a drain pipe. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the present invention. Figure 1 .

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention. Figure 1 .

[0015] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0017] In the diagram: 1. Tank; 11. Inlet pipe; 12. Outlet pipe; 13. Jet pump; 131. Inlet end; 132. Outlet end; 133. Aeration pipe; 14. Jet ejector; 15. Air supply pipe; 16. Bubble outlet of tank; 18. First drain pipe; 19. Second drain pipe; 2. Collection cup; 31. Rotary joint; 32. Main pipe; 33. First branch pipe; 34. Second branch pipe; 35. Nozzle; 36. Second nozzle; 4. Guide tube; 41. Outer zone; 42. Inner zone. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To clearly illustrate the technical features of this solution, the present invention will be described in detail below through specific embodiments and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "left," "right," "front," "rear," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description. They 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention.

[0019] like Figures 1-4 As shown, this utility model provides a protein separator that is easy to clean, including a tank 1. A collection cup 2 is fixed to the top of the tank 1. A downward-facing, rotatable rinsing component is provided on the top of the collection cup 2. The rinsing component extends into the tank 1 and the collection cup 2. When the protein separator is working, the rinsing component is not working. Bubbles are generated in the tank, which float food residue and other organic matter to the surface. The foam gradually accumulates and overflows from the bubble outlet of the tank into the collection cup and is discharged from the collection cup. After each separation, the rinsing component works to rinse the collection cup and the inner wall of the tank, preventing the deposition of organic matter and ensuring the cleanliness of the tank.

[0020] The rinsing assembly includes a rotary joint 31, a main pipe 32, a branch pipe, and a rotary bearing. The rotary joint 31 is fixed to the top of the collection cup 2, the rotary bearing is fixed to the inner wall of the bottom of the tank 1, the main pipe 32 is fixed between the rotary joint 31 and the rotary bearing, and the branch pipe is fixed to and connected to the main pipe 32. The main pipe 32 and the branch pipe are equipped with several nozzles, all of which face in one direction (clockwise or counterclockwise). The rotary joint 31 is connected to an external water pump via a pipe. The water pump outputs water to the main pipe and branch pipe, and the nozzles spray water, causing the main pipe 32 and branch pipe to rotate, thus rinsing the inner walls of the tank 1 and the collection cup 2. Preferably, the water pump can supply clean water or treated pool water, which, combined with disinfectant, will improve the rinsing effect.

[0021] In a preferred embodiment, a guide tube 4 is fixed inside the tank body 1. The tank body 1 is equipped with an inlet pipe 11 and an outlet pipe 12. The outlet pipe is connected to the bottom of the tank body and extends upwards, with the final outlet of the outlet pipe being 1-2 pipe positions higher than the inlet pipe. A jet pump 13 is fixed outside the tank body 1. The inlet end 131 and outlet end 132 of the jet pump 13 are both connected to the tank body 1 through pipes. An ejector 14 is provided on the pipe of the outlet end 132 of the jet pump 13. The ejector 14 is connected to an air supply pipe 15. The jet pump draws water from the tank body, mixes it with gas, and then guides it back into the tank body.

[0022] In a preferred embodiment, the guide tube 4 divides the interior of the tank 1 into an inner zone 42 and an outer zone 41. The outlet pipe 12 is connected to the outer zone 41, and the pipes of the jet pump 13's inlet 131 and outlet 132 are connected to the inner zone 42, with the inlet pipe 131 at the bottom and the outlet pipe 132 at the top. An aeration pipe 133 is fixedly connected to the end of the jet pump outlet pipe 132, located within the inner zone. In practice, the aeration pipe should be offset from the main pipe to avoid affecting the rotation of the main pipe. The guide tube design separates the outlet of the outlet pipe, the inlet of the jet pump, and the outlet, preventing them from interfering with each other.

[0023] As a preferred implementation method, such as Figure 2 , 3 As shown, the branch pipe is divided into several first branch pipes 33 and second branch pipes 34. The first branch pipes 33 and second branch pipes 34 are distributed in a circumferential shape around the main pipe 32. The first branch pipes 33 are distributed inside the collection cup 2, and the second branch pipes 34 are distributed in the outer area 41. The nozzles on the first branch pipes are used to rinse the inner wall of the collection cup and the outer wall of the bubble outlet of the tank. The nozzles on the second branch pipes are used to rinse the inner wall of the tank and the outer wall of the guide tube.

[0024] In a preferred embodiment, the nozzles on the first branch pipe 33 and the second branch pipe 34 are both oriented counterclockwise or both clockwise, and the water spray from the nozzles provides power for the rotation of the branch pipe and the main pipe 32. Alternatively, a drive device can be installed outside the tank to actively drive the rotation of the main pipe and the branch pipe.

[0025] In a preferred embodiment, the bottom of the second branch pipe 34 is higher than the pipe inside the tank 1 at the outlet end 132 of the jet pump 13. This is to avoid the pipe affecting the rotation path of the second branch pipe. Alternatively, the pipe at the outlet end of the jet pump 13 can be introduced from the bottom of the tank, with its end aeration pipe facing upwards to reduce the impact. Correspondingly, each bottom of the second branch pipe 34 is equipped with a second nozzle 36, which is used to rinse the inner wall of the tank and the outer wall of the guide tube at the bottom of the outer area.

[0026] In a preferred embodiment, the inner zone 42 and the outer zone 41 of the tank 1 are both connected to a first drain pipe 18, and the bottom of the collection cup 2 is connected to a second drain pipe 19. The rinsing wastewater is discharged from the two drain pipes.

[0027] This solution also includes a controller, the location of which is set by the staff according to the actual situation during operation. The controller is used to control the electrical devices used in this solution and in the surrounding areas, including but not limited to water pumps, jet pumps, air pumps, etc. The controller is a PLC controller, ARM processor or microcontroller, and a power supply is also used in conjunction with it.

[0028] All aspects not detailed in this utility model are well-known to those skilled in the art. Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this utility model, and all such modifications and substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A protein separator that is easy to clean, comprising a container, wherein a collection cup is fixed to the top of the container, characterized in that: The top of the collection cup is equipped with a downward-facing, rotatable rinsing assembly that extends into the tank and the collection cup. The rinsing assembly includes a rotary joint, a main pipe, a branch pipe, and a rotary bearing. The rotary joint is fixed to the top of the collection cup, the rotary bearing is fixed to the inner wall of the bottom of the tank, the main pipe is fixed between the rotary joint and the rotary bearing, and the branch pipe is fixed to the main pipe and connected to the main pipe. Several nozzles are provided on the main pipe and the branch pipe. The rotary joint is connected to a water pump through a pipe. The water pump outputs water, and the nozzles spray water and drive the main pipe and branch pipe to rotate, rinsing the inner wall of the tank and the collection cup.

2. The protein separator for easy cleaning according to claim 1, characterized in that: A guide tube is fixed inside the tank. The tank is equipped with an inlet pipe and an outlet pipe. A jet pump is fixed outside the tank. The inlet and outlet of the jet pump are connected to the tank through pipes. An ejector is provided on the outlet pipe of the jet pump. The ejector is connected to an air supply pipe.

3. The protein separator for easy cleaning according to claim 2, characterized in that: The guide tube divides the tank body into an inner zone and an outer zone. The water outlet pipe is connected to the outer zone. The water inlet and outlet pipes of the jet pump are connected to the inner zone. An aeration pipe is fixedly connected to the end of the water outlet pipe of the jet pump.

4. The protein separator for easy cleaning according to claim 3, characterized in that: The branch pipe is divided into several first branch pipes and second branch pipes. The first branch pipes and second branch pipes are distributed in a circular shape around the main pipe. The first branch pipes are distributed inside the collection cup, and the second branch pipes are distributed in the outer area.

5. The protein separator for easy cleaning according to claim 4, characterized in that: The nozzles on the first and second branch pipes are either oriented counterclockwise or clockwise, and the water spray from the nozzles provides power for the rotation of the branch pipes and main pipe.

6. The protein separator for easy cleaning according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the second branch pipe is higher than the pipe inside the tank where the water outlet of the jet pump is located, and a second nozzle is provided at the bottom of each second branch pipe.

7. The protein separator for easy cleaning according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner and outer zones of the tank are both connected to a first drain pipe, and the bottom of the collection cup is connected to a second drain pipe.

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