A device for extracting and detecting lycopene

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of extraction and detection of capsanthin, and particularly relates to an extraction and detection device for capsanthin, which comprises a vortex instrument body, a fixing mechanism is assembled on the side surface of the vortex instrument body, the fixing mechanism comprises a fixing plate, the fixing plate is fixedly connected to the side surface of the vortex instrument body, a first rotating rod is rotatably connected to the back of the fixing plate through a bearing, a movable claw is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the first rotating rod, and the side surface of the vortex instrument body is fixedly connected with a fixed claw. The utility model can accurately limit the opening angle of the movable claw through the limiting assembly. When the movable claw moves to the vertical state, the first conical limiting rod is in contact with the second conical limiting rod. Through the meshing of the ratchet and the ratchet wheel, the movable claw can keep a stable angle during clamping, so that the centrifugal tube always keeps a vertical state. This accurate control avoids the problem of improper clamping angle when the centrifugal tube is pressed manually.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of capsanthin extraction and detection technology, specifically to a capsanthin extraction and detection device. Background Technology

[0002] Capsaicin is widely used in food, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to provide products with a vibrant red or orange-red color. It is naturally safe, extracted from plants, and meets modern consumers' demands for "clean labels" and natural, additive-free products. It has strong coloring power, producing very bright and vivid colors with excellent visual appeal. Applications include meat products (such as sausages and ham), condiments (such as chili sauce and ketchup), baked goods (such as decorative sugars on cakes and cookies), candies, ice cream, fruit juices, cheese, and butter. It is also used to color egg yolks, salmon meat, ornamental fish, and bird feathers, enhancing their aesthetic appeal. For example, feeding eggs with capsaicin-containing feed will result in yellower and redder egg yolks.

[0003] In the existing technology, a vortex mixer is used to fully mix the ground chili powder with organic extraction solvents (such as acetone, ethanol, n-hexane, etc.) in centrifuge tubes during the extraction of capsanthin. However, when using this technology, the centrifuge tubes are manually pressed against the top of the output end of the vortex mixer. When the force is applied, the pressure and friction between the bottom of the centrifuge tube and the rubber pad of the vortex mixer become very large. If the pressing angle is skewed, it can easily cause the bottom of the tube to crack or the tube cap to burst open.

[0004] Therefore, a capsanthin extraction and detection device is proposed to solve the problems mentioned above. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a capsanthin extraction and detection device, which solves the problems mentioned in the background section.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: including a vortex generator body, a fixing mechanism is mounted on the side of the vortex generator body, and a centrifuge tube is placed on the top of the vortex generator body; The fixing mechanism includes a fixing plate, which is fixedly connected to the side of the vortex generator body. A first rotating rod is rotatably connected to the back of the fixing plate via a bearing. A movable claw is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the first rotating rod. A fixed claw is fixedly connected to the side of the vortex generator body. A second rotating rod is rotatably connected to the back of the movable claw via a bearing. A first conical limiting rod is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the second rotating rod. A second conical limiting rod is fixedly connected to the back of the fixed claw. A limiting component is assembled on the back of the second rotating rod. A drive component is assembled on the back of the vortex generator body.

[0007] Preferably, the limiting component includes a ratchet, which is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the second rotating rod. The back of the movable pawl is rotatably connected to a third rotating rod via a bearing. The outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the third rotating rod is fixedly sleeved with a pawl, and the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the third rotating rod is movably sleeved with a torsion spring.

[0008] Preferably, one end of the torsion spring is fixedly connected to the front of the pawl, and the other end of the torsion spring away from the pawl is fixedly connected to the back of the movable pawl.

[0009] Preferably, the drive assembly includes a first pulley, which is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the first rotating rod. A transmission belt is wound around the outer wall of the first pulley. A fourth rotating rod is rotatably connected to the back of the vortex instrument body through a bearing. A knob is fixedly connected to the back of the fourth rotating rod.

[0010] Preferably, the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the fourth rotating rod is fixedly fitted with a second pulley, and the transmission belt is wound around the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the second pulley.

[0011] Preferably, two vertical plates are fixedly connected to the upper surfaces of the movable claw and the fixed claw, and a pressure rod is hinged to the inner wall of the vertical plate located at the top of the fixed claw.

[0012] Preferably, a bolt is inserted into the inner wall of the vertical plate at the top of the movable claw, and a socket for inserting the bolt is provided on the front of the pressure rod.

[0013] Preferably, a protective cover for protecting the transmission belt is fixedly connected to the back of the vortex generator body, and a rubber sheet is fixedly connected to one end of the top of the movable claw and the fixed claw.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a device for extracting and detecting capsanthin, which has the following beneficial effects: First, the opening and closing angle of the movable claw can be precisely limited by the limiting component. When the movable claw moves to the vertical position, the first conical limiting rod contacts the second conical limiting rod. Through the meshing of the pawl and the ratchet, it can be ensured that the movable claw maintains a stable angle during the clamping process, so that the centrifuge tube always remains in a vertical position. This precise control avoids the problem of improper clamping angle that may occur when manually pressing the centrifuge tube, thereby solving the problem of tube bottom breakage or tube cap popping open.

[0015] Second, through the elastic force of the torsion spring, the pawl can automatically reset and maintain engagement with the ratchet, achieving rapid fixing and release of centrifuge tubes, making the operation more efficient and reducing the time and labor intensity of manual operation. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear structure of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rear side of a portion of the structure of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded structure of the capsanthin extraction and detection device of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a front view of part of the structure of this utility model; Figure 6 This utility model Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.

[0017] In the diagram: 1. Vortex generator body; 2. Fixing mechanism; 21. Fixing plate; 22. First rotating rod; 23. Movable pawl; 24. Fixed pawl; 25. Protective cover; 26. Fourth rotating rod; 27. Knob; 28. First pulley; 29. ​​Second pulley; 210. Transmission belt; 211. Rubber sheet; 212. Second rotating rod; 213. First conical limiting rod; 214. Second conical limiting rod; 215. Ratchet; 216. Pawl; 217. Third rotating rod; 218. Torsion spring; 219. Pressure rod; 220. Vertical plate; 221. Bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0018] 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. Example

[0019] See Figures 1-6 This embodiment provides a capsanthin extraction and detection device, including a vortex apparatus body 1, a fixing mechanism 2 mounted on the side of the vortex apparatus body 1, and a centrifuge tube 3 placed on the top of the vortex apparatus body 1. The fixing mechanism 2 includes a fixing plate 21, which is fixedly connected to the side of the vortex generator body 1. A first rotating rod 22 is rotatably connected to the back of the fixing plate 21 via a bearing. A movable claw 23 is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the first rotating rod 22. A fixed claw 24 is fixedly connected to the side of the vortex generator body 1. A second rotating rod 212 is rotatably connected to the back of the movable claw 23 via a bearing. A first conical limiting rod 213 is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the second rotating rod 212. A second conical limiting rod 214 is fixedly connected to the back of the fixed claw 24. A limiting component is mounted on the back of the second rotating rod 212. A drive component is mounted on the back of the vortex generator body 1 to achieve precise control of the movable claw 23. The limiting component is used to limit the opening and closing angle of the movable claw 23 to ensure its stability during operation. The drive component drives the movable claw 23 through mechanical transmission, enabling it to automatically complete the clamping and releasing actions.

[0020] See Figure 4 The drive assembly rotates the first rotating rod 22, which in turn rotates the movable claw 23 clockwise. When the movable claw 23 moves to the vertical position, as shown... Figure 1 As shown, the movable claw 23 drives the first conical limiting rod 213 to contact the second conical limiting rod 214. Simultaneously, by releasing the limiting assembly from limiting the first conical limiting rod 213, the first conical limiting rod 213 is pressed by the second conical limiting rod 214. The first conical limiting rod 213 rotates counterclockwise around the second rotating rod 212. Figure 2 As shown, when the first conical limiting rod 213 is placed on the outer wall of the second conical limiting rod 214, the limiting assembly is opened, thereby fixing the centrifuge tube. The limiting assembly includes a ratchet 215, which is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the second rotating rod 212. The back of the movable pawl 23 is rotatably connected to the third rotating rod 217 via a bearing. The outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the third rotating rod 217 is fixedly sleeved with a pawl 216, and the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the third rotating rod 217 is movably sleeved with a torsion spring 218. The torsion spring 218 is movably sleeved on the third rotating rod 217, with one end fixedly connected to the pawl 216 and the other end fixedly connected to the movable pawl 23, providing elastic force so that the pawl 216 can automatically reset and maintain the engagement state with the ratchet 215.

[0021] Rotating the third rotating rod 217 causes the pawl 216 to rotate, which in turn compresses the torsion spring 218. The pawl 216 rotates out of the area of ​​the ratchet 215, allowing the first conical limiting rod 213 to rest on top of the second conical limiting rod 214. The torsion spring 218 then resets the third rotating rod 217, which in turn causes the pawl 216 to re-limit the ratchet 215. The torsion spring 218 has a large elastic coefficient.

[0022] One end of the torsion spring 218 is fixedly connected to the front of the pawl 216, and the other end of the torsion spring 218 away from the pawl 216 is fixedly connected to the back of the movable pawl 23.

[0023] The drive assembly includes a first pulley 28, which is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the first rotating rod 22. A transmission belt 210 is wound around the outer wall of the first pulley 28. A fourth rotating rod 26 is rotatably connected to the back of the vortex generator body 1 via a bearing. A knob 27 is fixedly connected to the back of the fourth rotating rod 26. By manually rotating the knob 27, the fourth rotating rod 26 is rotated, which in turn drives the first rotating rod 22 to rotate via the transmission belt 210, thereby realizing the opening and closing action of the movable claw 23. This drive method is simple, reliable, and easy to operate.

[0024] Rotate knob 27, which drives the fourth rotating rod 26 to rotate, which in turn drives the second pulley 29 to rotate, which in turn drives the transmission belt 210 to rotate, which in turn drives the first pulley 28 to rotate, which in turn drives the first rotating rod 22 to rotate, which in turn drives the movable claw 23 on the outer wall to rotate.

[0025] The fourth rotating rod 26 is fixedly fitted with a second pulley 29 on its arc-shaped outer wall. The transmission belt 210 is wrapped around the arc-shaped outer wall of the second pulley 29. The fourth rotating rod 26 is driven to rotate by manually rotating the knob 27, which in turn drives the first rotating rod 22 to rotate through the second pulley 29 and the transmission belt 210, thereby realizing the opening and closing action of the movable claw 23. This makes the operation simpler and ensures the stability and durability of the device.

[0026] Two vertical plates 220 are fixedly connected to the upper surfaces of the movable claw 23 and the fixed claw 24 respectively. A pressure rod 219 is hinged to the inner wall of the vertical plate 220 at the top of the fixed claw 24. The pressure rod 219 is connected to the vertical plate 220 by the hinge, so that it can rotate flexibly. The function of the pressure rod 219 is to provide additional clamping force when the movable claw 23 and the fixed claw 24 clamp the sample container, so as to ensure that the centrifuge tube remains stable during the vortex process and prevent it from loosening or shifting.

[0027] Preferably, a bolt 221 is inserted into the inner wall of the top vertical plate 220 of the movable claw 23, and a socket for inserting the bolt 221 is opened on the front of the pressure rod 219. The pressure rod 219 is fixed on the vertical plate 220 by the cooperation of the bolt 221 and the socket, so that the pressure rod 219 can firmly fix the centrifuge tube.

[0028] A stable clamping force is provided between the movable claw 23 and the fixed claw 24 to ensure that the sample container remains stable during the vortex process and to prevent it from loosening or shifting.

[0029] See Figure 4The pressure rod 219 is rotated counterclockwise around the hinge point. The pressure rod 219 rotates to the inner wall of the vertical plate 220 located at the top of the movable claw 23, so that the insertion hole of the vertical plate 220 is aligned with the insertion hole of the vertical plate 220. The bolt 221 is then inserted into the interior of the vertical plate 220 to fix the top of the centrifuge tube.

[0030] A protective cover 25 for protecting the transmission belt 210 is fixedly connected to the back of the vortex apparatus body 1. A rubber sheet 211 is fixedly connected to one end of the top of the movable claw 23 and the fixed claw 24. The protective cover 25 is used to protect the transmission belt 210 from interference and damage from external factors and to extend the service life of the transmission belt 210. The rubber sheet 211 is fixedly connected to one end of the top of the movable claw 23 and the fixed claw 24. The rubber sheet 211 is bonded to the movable claw 23 and the fixed claw 24. The function of the rubber sheet 211 is to increase the friction between the movable claw 23 and the fixed claw 24 and the sample container, improve the stability of clamping, and prevent the centrifuge tube from being scratched or damaged during clamping.

[0031] The chili powder and organic solution are mixed using a vortex mixer to extract the crude extract. The supernatant is then aspirated using a pipette or pipette and transferred to another clean container. Fresh extraction solvent is added to the solid precipitate remaining after the first centrifugation, and the process of vortexing, centrifugation, and supernatant collection is repeated. This process is usually repeated 2-3 times. The solvent is then evaporated using a rotary evaporator under low temperature and reduced pressure conditions, which effectively prevents capsanthin from decomposing and deteriorating due to high temperatures. In addition to capsanthin, the crude extract may also contain impurities such as capsanthin oleoresin, other pigments such as capsanthin, and lipids. For applications requiring high purity, purification is necessary. Finally, the content and purity of capsanthin are accurately analyzed using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and the presence of other carotenoid impurities is detected.

[0032] The installation, connection, or setting methods disclosed in this embodiment are all common mechanical connection methods. As long as they can achieve their beneficial effects, they can be implemented. Therefore, this embodiment will not elaborate on their specific structural composition and working principle.

[0033] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A device for extracting and detecting capsanthin, characterized in that: Includes a vortex apparatus body (1), a fixing mechanism (2) is mounted on the side of the vortex apparatus body (1), and a centrifuge tube (3) is placed on the top of the vortex apparatus body (1). The fixing mechanism (2) includes a fixing plate (21), which is fixedly connected to the side of the vortex instrument body (1). A first rotating rod (22) is rotatably connected to the back of the fixing plate (21) via a bearing. A movable claw (23) is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the first rotating rod (22). A fixed claw (24) is fixedly connected to the side of the vortex instrument body (1). A second rotating rod (212) is rotatably connected to the back of the movable claw (23) via a bearing. A first conical limiting rod (213) is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the second rotating rod (212). A second conical limiting rod (214) is fixedly connected to the back of the fixed claw (24). A limiting component is assembled on the back of the second rotating rod (212). A drive component is assembled on the back of the vortex instrument body (1).

2. The capsanthin extraction and detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting component includes a ratchet (215), which is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the second rotating rod (212). The back of the movable pawl (23) is rotatably connected to a third rotating rod (217) via a bearing. The outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the third rotating rod (217) is fixedly sleeved with a pawl (216), and the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the third rotating rod (217) is movably sleeved with a torsion spring (218).

3. The capsanthin extraction and detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: One end of the torsion spring (218) is fixedly connected to the front of the pawl (216), and the other end of the torsion spring (218) away from the pawl (216) is fixedly connected to the back of the movable pawl (23).

4. The capsanthin extraction and detection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The drive assembly includes a first pulley (28), which is fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the first rotating rod (22). A transmission belt (210) is wound around the outer wall of the first pulley (28). A fourth rotating rod (26) is rotatably connected to the back of the vortex instrument body (1) through a bearing. A knob (27) is fixedly connected to the back of the fourth rotating rod (26).

5. The capsanthin extraction and detection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fourth rotating rod (26) has a second pulley (29) fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of its arc-shaped surface, and the transmission belt (210) is wound around the outer wall of the arc-shaped surface of the second pulley (29).

6. The capsanthin extraction and detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: Two vertical plates (220) are fixedly connected to the upper surfaces of the movable claw (23) and the fixed claw (24), respectively. A pressure rod (219) is hinged to the inner wall of the vertical plate (220) at the top of the fixed claw (24).

7. The capsanthin extraction and detection device according to claim 6, characterized in that: A bolt (221) is inserted into the inner wall of the vertical plate (220) located at the top of the movable claw (23), and a socket for inserting the bolt (221) is provided on the front of the pressure rod (219).

8. The capsanthin extraction and detection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The back of the vortex instrument body (1) is fixedly connected to a protective cover (25) for protecting the transmission belt (210), and a rubber sheet (211) is fixedly connected to one end of the top of the movable claw (23) and the fixed claw (24).

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