A microbial inoculation loop sterile storage and sterilization integrated device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of microbial inoculation loop aseptic storage and sterilization integrated device, belong to microbiological laboratory instrument technical field, including device ontology, device ontology is equipped with sterilization area, aseptic storage area, sterilization part, storage mechanism, ultraviolet lamp and transfer assembly;Sterilization part is sterilized to inoculation loop in sterilization area, without manual removal, transfer part can be carried on the storage mechanism of inoculation loop and move to aseptic storage area.Simultaneously, ultraviolet lamp can continuously irradiate storage part, keep the aseptic state of internal environment;The application application has realized the automatic connection type continuous process of inoculation loop from sterilization to aseptic storage, avoid the step that manual inoculation loop is removed from sterilization equipment and is transferred to another device in prior art, fundamentally reduce the time exposed to air, reduce pollution risk, and reduce dependence on artificial, make sterilization and storage process more stable, reliable, efficient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of microbial laboratory equipment technology, specifically to an integrated device for sterile storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops. Background Technology

[0002] In microbiology experiments, inoculating loops are a fundamental sampling and transfer tool used extensively, typically for colony picking, streaking, and bacterial culture transfer. To avoid cross-contamination and ensure the reliability of experimental results, strict sterilization and aseptic storage are required before and after each use of the inoculating loop. Currently, laboratories commonly use methods such as alcohol lamp sterilization, electronic sterilizers, or autoclave sterilization to achieve aseptic treatment of the inoculating loop. After sterilization, the inoculating loop usually needs to be manually transferred by the experimenter to another sterile container, tool rack, or temporary storage area next to the sterilizer for the next use.

[0003] In existing experimental procedures, sterilization and aseptic storage are often two separate steps. The inoculation loop is manually placed in an electronic sterilizer or incineration device for sterilization. After sterilization, the inoculation loop is taken out by the experimenter and placed in another separate storage device or aseptic container for use. Both steps require manual intervention, and the steps are scattered and the locations are separate, making it impossible to achieve continuous and closed operation. During the manual transfer of the inoculation loop, it is briefly exposed to the air, which may also cause dust to adhere to the inoculation loop. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an integrated device for sterile storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops, which solves the problems of existing technologies where sterilization and sterile storage are separated, rely on manual transportation, and are difficult to achieve closed and continuous operation.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: An integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops includes: The main body of the device has a sterilization area and a sterile storage area inside; A sterilization component, located within the sterilization zone, is used for sterilizing the inoculation loop; Storage mechanism for holding the inoculation loop; An ultraviolet lamp is installed in the sterile storage area; Transshipment components, including transshipment platforms and transshipment parts; The transfer platform is used to support the storage mechanism; the transfer component is used to drive the transfer platform to move back and forth between the sterilization zone and the aseptic storage zone.

[0006] A further technical solution is that the transfer platform includes a top plate, a bottom plate, and multiple support rods; the top plate and the bottom plate are arranged horizontally and fixed together by the multiple support rods; the top plate is located above the bottom plate; and the storage mechanism is located on the bottom plate.

[0007] A further technical solution is that the transfer component includes multiple electric cylinders vertically arranged within the sterilization zone; the base plate is located on the telescopic ends of the multiple electric cylinders.

[0008] A further technical solution is that the device body is provided with a horizontally arranged partition; the aseptic storage area is located above the partition; the sterilization area is located below the partition; the transfer component is used to drive the transfer platform to move vertically so that the top plate or bottom plate is horizontally aligned with the partition.

[0009] A further technical solution is that the storage mechanism includes a storage rack, a driving component, and multiple storage components; each storage component includes two storage shafts arranged in parallel and rotatably mounted on the storage rack; the driving component is used to drive the two storage shafts to rotate; and the inoculation ring is used to be placed parallel to the two storage shafts.

[0010] A further technical solution is that the storage shaft is provided with a guide strip arranged along the axial direction on its periphery; a plurality of storage sleeves are slidably sleeved on the storage shaft; the ends of the plurality of storage sleeves are provided with guide openings; the plurality of storage sleeves are slidably connected to the guide strips through the guide openings.

[0011] A further technical solution is that the two ends of the storage shaft are rotatably mounted on the storage rack via a rotating shaft; a driven gear is sleeved on the storage shaft; the driving component includes a drive motor mounted on the storage rack and a driving gear mounted on the power end of the drive motor; the driving gear meshes with the driven gear.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: By incorporating an upper and lower partitioned structure within the device body, with the sterilization zone located below and the aseptic storage zone above, a sealed, automated transfer mechanism enables seamless transport between the two zones. After the inoculation loop is sterilized in the sterilization zone, it can be moved to the aseptic storage zone by the transfer mechanism in a closed state without manual removal. Simultaneously, ultraviolet lamps within the aseptic storage zone continuously irradiate the storage unit, maintaining a sterile internal environment. This application achieves an automated, continuous process from sterilization to aseptic storage of the inoculation loop, eliminating the need for manual removal of the inoculation loop from the sterilization equipment and transfer to another device, as required by existing technologies. This fundamentally reduces the exposure time to air, lowers the risk of contamination, and reduces reliance on manual labor, making the sterilization and storage process more stable, reliable, and efficient. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the following drawings are provided for illustration: Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the main body of the device of this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional view of a partial structure of the main body of the device of this utility model.

[0015] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional view of the interior of the device body of this utility model.

[0016] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional view of the internal structure of the device body of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional view of the storage mechanism of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional drawing of the storage component of this utility model.

[0019] Icons: Device body 1, Sealed door panel 11, Sterilization area 12, Aseptic storage area 13, Sterilization component 2, Storage mechanism 3, Storage rack 31, Storage shaft 32, Guide strip 33, Storage sleeve 34, Ultraviolet lamp 4, Transfer assembly 5, Transfer platform 51, Top plate 511, Bottom plate 512, Support rod 513, Transfer component 52, Drive motor 53, Drive gear 54, Inoculation ring 6, Partition 7, Control panel 8. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0021] Example: like Figures 1-6 As shown, this utility model provides an integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops, including... The device comprises a main body 1, a sterilization component 2, a storage mechanism 3, an ultraviolet lamp 4, and a transfer assembly 5. The main body 1 is a box structure, including a hinged sealed door panel 11. The main body 1 has a sterilization zone 12 and a sterile storage zone 13. The sterilization zone 12 is located below the sterile storage zone 13. The sterilization component 2 is located in the sterilization zone 12 and is used to sterilize the inoculation loop 6. The sterilization component 2 is specifically an electric heater located on the inner wall of the main body 1. The storage mechanism 3 is used to place the inoculation loop 6. The ultraviolet lamp 4 is located on the inner wall of the main body 1 and is located in the sterile storage zone 13. The transfer assembly 5 includes a transfer platform 51 and a transfer component 52. The transfer platform 51 is used to support the storage mechanism 3. The transfer component 52 is used to drive the transfer platform 51 to move back and forth between the sterilization zone 12 and the sterile storage zone 13.

[0022] The principles and beneficial effects of the above technical solution: By setting an upper and lower partition structure within the device body 1, the sterilization zone 12 is arranged at the bottom and the aseptic storage zone 13 is arranged at the top, and the sealed automatic transfer between the two zones is achieved through the transfer component 5. After the sterilization component 2 sterilizes the inoculation loop 6 in the sterilization zone 12, it can be moved upward to the aseptic storage zone 13 by the transfer component 52 in a closed state without manual removal. At the same time, the ultraviolet lamp 4 installed in the aseptic storage zone 13 can continuously irradiate the storage component to maintain the aseptic state of the internal environment.

[0023] This application realizes an automated, continuous process from sterilization to aseptic storage of the inoculation loop 6, avoiding the step of manually removing the inoculation loop 6 from the sterilization equipment and transferring it to another device, which is required in the prior art. This fundamentally reduces the time exposed to air, lowers the risk of contamination, and reduces reliance on manual labor, making the sterilization and storage process more stable, reliable, and efficient.

[0024] In this embodiment, the transfer platform 51 includes a top plate 511, a bottom plate 512 and four support rods 513; the top plate 511 and the bottom plate 512 are arranged horizontally and are fixed together by the four support rods 513; the top plate 511 is located above the bottom plate 512; the storage mechanism 3 is located on the bottom plate 512.

[0025] The principles and beneficial effects of the above technical solution: When the platform is located in the sterilization zone 12, the top plate 511 blocks the entrance to the sterile storage zone 13 above the storage mechanism 3, effectively preventing heat from spreading upwards and preventing air from the sterilization zone 12 from entering the sterile storage zone 13; when the platform moves up to the sterile storage zone 13, the top plate 511 and the partition 7 fit together, so that the two areas remain isolated during operation.

[0026] In this embodiment, the transfer component 52 includes multiple electric cylinders vertically arranged in the sterilization zone 12; the base plate 512 is arranged on the extension end of the multiple electric cylinders; the device body 1 is provided with a horizontally arranged partition 7; the sterile storage area 13 is located above the partition 7; the sterilization zone 12 is located below the partition 7; the transfer component 52 is used to drive the transfer platform 51 to move vertically so that the top plate 511 or the bottom plate 512 is horizontally aligned with the partition 7.

[0027] The principles and beneficial effects of the above technical solution: Multiple electric cylinders are vertically positioned in the sterilization zone 12, with their telescopic ends connected to the base plate 512, enabling precise vertical movement of the transfer platform 51. The partition 7, in conjunction with the top plate 511 and the base plate 512, ensures that the sterilization zone 12 and the aseptic storage zone 13 are sealed during sterilization and aseptic storage, preventing high temperatures or steam from the sterilization zone 12 from entering the aseptic zone, and also preventing air from the aseptic storage zone 13 from flowing back into the sterilization zone 12.

[0028] In this embodiment, the storage mechanism 3 includes a storage rack 31, a driving member, and multiple storage components; each storage component includes two storage shafts 32 arranged in parallel and rotatably mounted on the storage rack 31; the driving member is used to drive the two storage shafts 32 to rotate; the inoculation ring 6 is used to be placed parallel to the two storage shafts 32.

[0029] The principles and beneficial effects of the above technical solution: The driving component enables the inoculation ring 6, which is placed between the two storage shafts 32, to rotate synchronously, so that the ultraviolet lamp 4 can irradiate the surface of the inoculation ring 6 from different directions, eliminating the irradiation blind zone caused by fixed placement.

[0030] In this embodiment, a guide bar 33 arranged axially is provided on the periphery of the storage shaft 32; a plurality of storage sleeves 34 are slidably sleeved on the storage shaft 32; the ends of the plurality of storage sleeves 34 are provided with guide openings; the plurality of storage sleeves 34 are slidably connected to the guide bar 33 through the guide openings.

[0031] The principles and beneficial effects of the above technical solution: The storage sleeve 34 replaces the storage shaft 32 to support the inoculation ring 6. By sliding the storage sleeve 34, the spacing can be adjusted to accommodate inoculation rings 6 of different sizes. The guide strip 33 restricts the storage sleeve 34 to rotate synchronously with the storage shaft 32, thereby ensuring that the storage sleeve 34 remains stable and follows the rotation when the storage shaft 32 rotates, providing reliable support for the inoculation ring 6.

[0032] In this embodiment, the two ends of the storage shaft 32 are rotatably mounted on the storage rack 31 via a rotating shaft; a driven gear is sleeved on the storage shaft 32; the driving component includes a drive motor 53 mounted on the storage rack 31 and a drive gear 54 mounted on the power end of the drive motor 53; the drive gear 54 meshes with the driven gear; the drive motor 53 is a servo motor; a programmable control panel 8 is provided on the outer wall of the device body 1; the servo motor, electric cylinder, and electric heater are all electrically connected to the control panel 8.

[0033] The principles and beneficial effects of the above technical solution: The drive motor 53 meshes with the driven gear on the storage shaft 32 through the drive gear 54, so that the corresponding storage shaft 32 rotates synchronously; the servo motor, electric cylinder and electric heater are controlled by setting the program through the control panel 8. How to control them is existing technology and will not be described in detail.

[0034] Although the present invention has been described herein with reference to several illustrative embodiments, it should be understood that many other modifications and implementations can be devised by those skilled in the art, which will fall within the scope and spirit of the principles disclosed herein. More specifically, various variations and modifications can be made to the components and / or layout of the subject matter combination within the scope of the disclosure, drawings, and claims. Besides variations and modifications to the components and / or layout, other uses will be apparent to those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. An integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops, characterized in that, include: The main body of the device has a sterilization area and a sterile storage area inside; A sterilization component, located within the sterilization zone, is used for sterilizing the inoculation loop; Storage mechanism for holding the inoculation loop; An ultraviolet lamp is installed in the sterile storage area; Transshipment components, including transshipment platforms and transshipment parts; The transfer platform is used to support the storage mechanism; the transfer component is used to drive the transfer platform to move back and forth between the sterilization zone and the aseptic storage zone.

2. The integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer platform includes a top plate, a bottom plate, and multiple support rods; the top plate and the bottom plate are arranged horizontally and are fixed together by the multiple support rods; the top plate is located above the bottom plate; the storage mechanism is located on the bottom plate.

3. The integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops according to claim 2, characterized in that: The transfer component includes multiple electric cylinders vertically arranged within the sterilization zone; the base plate is located on the telescopic ends of the multiple electric cylinders.

4. The integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops according to claim 3, characterized in that: The device body is provided with a horizontally arranged partition; the aseptic storage area is located above the partition; the sterilization area is located below the partition; the transfer component is used to drive the transfer platform to move vertically so that the top plate or bottom plate is horizontally aligned with the partition.

5. The integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage mechanism includes a storage rack, a driving component, and multiple storage components; each storage component includes two storage shafts arranged in parallel and rotatably mounted on the storage rack; the driving component is used to drive the two storage shafts to rotate; the inoculation ring is used to be placed parallel to the two storage shafts.

6. The integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops according to claim 5, characterized in that: The storage shaft is provided with a guide bar arranged along the axial direction on its periphery; a plurality of storage sleeves are slidably sleeved on the storage shaft; the ends of the plurality of storage sleeves are provided with guide openings; the plurality of storage sleeves are slidably connected to the guide bar through the guide openings.

7. The integrated device for aseptic storage and sterilization of microbial inoculation loops according to claim 6, characterized in that: The two ends of the storage shaft are rotatably mounted on the storage rack via a rotating shaft; a driven gear is sleeved on the storage shaft; the driving component includes a drive motor mounted on the storage rack and a driving gear mounted on the power end of the drive motor; the driving gear meshes with the driven gear.

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