Module type Boxes for watt hour meters and devices

Abstract

The present invention relates to a modular agricultural meter box that allows for individual replacement, comprising: a mounting plate in which the rear is fixed to a utility pole and an electronic component and a power meter are installed at the front; a distribution box detachably connected to the mounting plate and arranged to surround the electronic component; and a cleaning cover detachably connected to the mounting plate and arranged to surround the power meter, with a meter reading window module placed at the front; thereby enabling individual replacement of the meter reading window.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a modular agricultural instrument box, and more specifically, to a modular agricultural instrument box that allows for individual replacement. Background Technology

[0003] Typically, to protect electricity meters installed outdoors, a meter box made of polycarbonate synthetic resin with a thickness of 3 mm or more, which has impact resistance, flame resistance, and weather resistance, is used on the exterior of the electricity meter.

[0004] The size of the meter box varies depending on the electric meter; there is a small size used for standard single-phase two-wire full-capacity meters, and a medium size used for single-phase three-wire, three-phase three-wire full-capacity meters, and three-phase four-wire full-capacity meters.

[0005] In addition, for standalone meter boxes, a power meter mounting plate and a decorative cover are provided, and a power meter is installed inside; for agricultural meter boxes, a power meter is installed at the top along with a mounting plate, while a circuit breaker, capacitor, and outlet are installed at the bottom, with separate decorative covers provided for each.

[0006] FIG. 1 is a photograph showing a conventional agricultural meter box. According to FIG. 1, the agricultural meter box is composed of a housing (10) in which an electric meter and an electric meter mounting plate are installed on the upper side of the interior and a receiving space (11) in which a circuit breaker, capacitor, outlet, etc. can be installed on the lower side of the interior, and a cleaning cover (20) which is provided to open and close the housing (10) and has an inspection window (21) for checking the status of the electric meter.

[0007] However, in the case of agricultural instrument boxes, if the inspection window on the cover deteriorates, the entire box and cover must be replaced, leading to the problem of excessive construction costs. In particular, the separation and installation of accessories such as circuit breakers, capacitors, and outlets located on the lower interior of the box also required time, resulting in work delays and increased construction costs.

[0008] In addition, there was a problem where temporary power outages occurred due to the disconnection of the power supply wires to the electricity meter when replacing the meter box, leading to complaints and inconvenience. The problem to be solved

[0010] The present invention has been conceived against the aforementioned background and aims to provide a modular agricultural meter box that can reduce replacement costs and time by allowing the meter reading window, cleaning cover, and distribution box to be replaced individually in the event of aging or failure.

[0011] In addition, the purpose is to provide a modular agricultural meter box that allows for easy replacement of the meter reading window without power outage, improves customer satisfaction, enhances metering reliability, and reduces replacement costs and time.

[0012] The objectives of the present invention are not limited thereto, and other unmentioned objectives will be clearly understood by a person skilled in the art from the description below. means of solving the problem

[0014] According to the present invention, a modular agricultural meter box may include: a mounting plate in which the rear is fixedly installed on a utility pole and an electronic component and a power meter are installed on the front; a distribution box detachably connected to the mounting plate and arranged to surround the electronic component; and a beautification cover detachably connected to the mounting plate and arranged to surround the power meter, with a meter reading window module arranged on the front.

[0015] The above mounting plate may include: a distribution box mounting part that protrudes from the front surface and is inserted into the interior of the distribution box to support the distribution box; and a cleaning cover mounting part that protrudes from the front surface and is inserted into the interior of the cleaning cover to support the cleaning cover.

[0016] The above-mentioned distribution box mounting portion is provided with a mounting projection insertion groove formed by recessing a portion of the upper surface that is stepped with respect to the front surface of the mounting plate, and the distribution box may be provided with a mounting projection formed by protruding a portion of the inner surface so as to be inserted and fastened into the mounting projection insertion groove.

[0017] The above-mentioned beautification cover mounting portion is provided with an installation projection insertion groove formed by recessing a part of the upper surface that is formed with a step difference from the front surface of the mounting plate, and the above-mentioned beautification cover may be provided with an installation projection formed by protruding a part of the inner surface so as to be inserted and fastened into the installation projection insertion groove.

[0018] The above-described inspection window module includes a hollow coupling flange detachably connected to the above-described cleaning cover on the rear surface; and an inspection window made of a transparent material disposed in front of the above-described coupling flange; and the above-described cleaning cover may have an inspection window mounting portion that protrudes from the front surface, is inserted into the inside of the above-described coupling flange, and supports the inspection window module.

[0019] The above-mentioned metering window mounting portion is provided with a fixing projection insertion groove formed by recessing a part of the upper surface that is stepped with respect to the front surface of the cleaning cover, and the above-mentioned coupling flange may be provided with a fixing projection formed by protruding a part of the inner surface so as to be inserted and fastened into the fixing projection insertion groove.

[0020] The above modular agricultural instrument box may further include a coupling member that passes through the above distribution box and is fastened to the mounting plate. Effects of the invention

[0022] According to the present invention, if the meter reading window becomes discolored due to aging or is damaged, only the meter reading window can be replaced. Additionally, if the cleaning cover and the distribution box become aging or damaged, they can each be replaced separately, thereby reducing replacement costs and time.

[0023] In addition, the meter reading window can be easily replaced without power outage, which improves customer satisfaction, thereby increasing metering reliability and reducing replacement costs and time. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0025] Figure 1 is a photograph showing a conventional instrument box. FIG. 2 is a front view of a modular agricultural instrument box according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 is a side view of Figure 2. FIG. 4 is a side view of a modular agricultural instrument box in a disassembled state according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 is a schematic cross-sectional view of Figure 2. FIG. 6 is a front view of an adapter for a modular agricultural instrument box according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a side view showing the cover of a distribution box in an open state according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is a plan view of a distribution box according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 is a bottom view of a beautification cover according to an embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0026] Hereinafter, some embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to exemplary drawings. It should be noted that in assigning reference numerals to the components of each drawing, the same components are given the same reference numeral whenever possible, even if they are shown in different drawings. Furthermore, in describing the present invention, if it is determined that a detailed description of related known components or functions could obscure the essence of the invention, such detailed description is omitted.

[0027] FIG. 2 shows a front view of a modular agricultural instrument box according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 3 shows a side view of FIG. 2, FIG. 4 shows a side view of a modular agricultural instrument box in a disassembled state according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 5 shows a schematic cross-sectional view of FIG. 2, FIG. 6 shows a front view of an adapter of a modular agricultural instrument box according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 7 shows a side view showing the cover of a distribution box according to an embodiment of the present invention in an open state, FIG. 8 shows a plan view of a distribution box according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 9 shows a bottom view of a beautification cover according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 9, the present invention relates to a modular agricultural meter box, which may include a mounting plate (100) in which the rear end is fixed to a utility pole (not shown) and an electronic component (101) and a power meter (not shown) are installed in the front end, a distribution box (200) which is detachably connected to the mounting plate (100) and arranged to surround the electronic component (101), and a beautification cover (300) which is detachably connected to the mounting plate (100) and arranged to surround the power meter and has a meter reading window module (400) arranged in the front end.

[0029] The power meter can be installed on a utility pole via a mounting plate (100). Specifically, the power meter is installed on the mounting plate (100) and is protected by a decorative cover (300) that is attached to the mounting plate (100). Additionally, the mounting plate (100) can be fixed to the utility pole via a mounting band (not shown).

[0030] The electronic component (101) refers to a distribution board, which is configured to include, for example, a circuit breaker, a capacitor, an outlet, etc., and is placed and used at the bottom of the power meter.

[0031] The present invention relates to an agricultural meter box (1) in which an electric meter is installed inside, and to a modular agricultural meter box (1) in which a mounting plate (100), a distribution box (200), a beautification cover (300), and a meter reading window module (400) are each provided as separate modular components and then installed so as to be detachable.

[0032] The mounting plate (100) is installed with its rear end fixed to a utility pole, and an electronic component (101) and a power meter are installed on the front end.

[0033] The mounting plate (100) is formed in a plate shape and can be arranged along the longitudinal direction of the utility pole. The mounting plate (100) is provided with a band support (110) on its rear surface that is fixed to the utility pole. Specifically, the mounting plate (100) can be fixedly installed on the utility pole as the mounting band passes through the band support (110) and is fixed to the utility pole.

[0034] Additionally, an electronic component (101) and a power meter are installed on the front of the mounting plate (100). Specifically, a power meter installation section (132) for installing the power meter is provided on the upper part of the mounting plate (100), and an electronic component (101) is fixedly installed on the lower part of the mounting plate (100). Then, a beautification cover (300) is attached to the upper part of the mounting plate (100), and a distribution box (200) is attached to the lower part of the mounting plate (100).

[0035] The mounting plate (100) is provided with a distribution box mounting part (120) to which a distribution box (200) is detachably connected at the front lower portion, and an electronic component (101) is placed in the distribution box mounting part (120). Additionally, the mounting plate (100) is provided with a cleaning cover mounting part (130) to which a cleaning cover (300) is detachably connected at the front upper portion, and a power meter installation part (132) is placed in the cleaning cover mounting part (130).

[0036] Thus, the mounting plate (100) can be provided in a module state in which an electronic component (101) and a power meter are installed at the front, and the distribution box (200) and the beautification cover (300) can be installed separately.

[0037] With this configuration, when a distribution box (200) or a cleaning cover (300) is damaged, only the damaged distribution box (200) or cleaning cover (300) can be replaced, so replacement can be performed without power outage, replacement time can be reduced, and replacement costs can be reduced.

[0038] Here, the distribution box mounting portion (120) is formed to protrude from the front surface of the mounting plate (100) so as to be inserted into the inside of the distribution box (200). This distribution box mounting portion (120) may be fixed by being fitted into the inside of the distribution box (200) or may have a fastening structure with the distribution box (200).

[0039] Additionally, the cleaning cover mounting portion (130) is formed to protrude from the front surface of the mounting plate (100) so as to be inserted into the inner side of the cleaning cover (300), and is positioned on the upper side of the distribution box mounting portion (120). This cleaning cover mounting portion (130) may be fixed by being inserted into the inner side of the cleaning cover (300), or may have a fastening structure with the cleaning cover (300).

[0040] The distribution box mounting portion (120) and the cleaning cover mounting portion (130) may be positioned on the front surface of the mounting plate (100) and spaced apart in the vertical direction. Additionally, the distribution box mounting portion (120) and the cleaning cover mounting portion (130) may be formed by a portion of the front surface of the mounting plate (100) being stepped and protruding, and may be formed in a roughly rectangular block shape and may be formed in a shape corresponding to the rear inner space of the distribution box (200) and the rear inner space of the cleaning cover (300), respectively.

[0041] Additionally, the distribution box mounting portion (120) may be provided with a mounting projection insertion groove (121) formed by recessing a portion of the upper surface, which is formed with a step difference from the front surface of the mounting plate (100). Furthermore, a mounting projection (211), which will be described later, is inserted into the mounting projection insertion groove (121), and the distribution box (200) can be detachably connected. The connection structure between the distribution box mounting portion (120) and the distribution box (200) may include the mounting projection insertion groove (121) and the mounting projection (211).

[0042] The beautification cover mounting portion (130) may be provided with an installation projection insertion groove (131) formed by recessing a portion of the upper surface that is formed with a step difference from the front surface of the mounting plate (100). An installation projection (310), to be described later, is inserted into the installation projection insertion groove (131), and the beautification cover (300) can be detachably fastened. The fastening structure between the beautification cover mounting portion (130) and the beautification cover (300) may include the installation projection insertion groove (131) and the installation projection (310).

[0043] In addition, the mounting plate (100) may be provided with at least one distribution box fastening part (140) in the form of a hole into which a coupling member (201) to be described later is screw-coupled.

[0044] The distribution box (200) is detachably connected to the mounting plate (100) and arranged to surround the electronic component (101).

[0045] Such a distribution box (200) may be configured to include a main body (210), a cover (220), and a hinge part (230).

[0046] The main body (210) is formed to be open to the front and rear and has a space inside in which an electronic component (101) can be stored. Here, the rear refers to the direction in which the main body is arranged relative to the mounting plate (100), and the front refers to the direction in which the electronic component (101) is arranged relative to the mounting plate (100).

[0047] The main body (210) has an electronic component (101) placed inside and at least one wire passage hole (213) formed on one side. With this configuration, a wire (102) connected to the electronic component (101) is exposed to the outside through the wire passage hole (213), and the electronic component (101) and the power meter can be electrically connected through the wire (102). The wire (102) can be connected to the power meter by passing through the wire passage hole (213) of the distribution box (200) and the wire insertion hole (301) of the cleaning cover (300) to be described later.

[0048] And, the cover (220) is hinge-rotatably connected to the main body (210) through a hinge portion (230) and is provided to cover the front opening of the cover (220). The cover (220) is opened to facilitate inspection when a worker inspects or replaces the electronic component (101).

[0049] The hinge portion (230) is positioned at the upper part of the cover (220) and allows the cover (220) to be hinge-rotatably connected to the main body (210).

[0050] The cover (220) may have a hinge portion (230) at the top and a cover handle (221) at the bottom. Thus, a worker can open the front opening of the main body (210) by holding the cover handle (221) and rotating the cover (220).

[0051] Meanwhile, the main body (210) is detachably installed at its rear end on the distribution box mounting portion (120) of the mounting plate (100). This distribution box (200) is provided with a mounting projection (211) formed such that a portion of its inner surface protrudes so as to be inserted and secured into a mounting projection insertion groove (121). The mounting projection (211) is fitted into the mounting projection insertion groove (121), thereby allowing the distribution box (200) to be secured to the mounting plate (100).

[0052] With this configuration, the operator can move the distribution box (200) toward the mounting plate (100) to insert the distribution box mounting part (120) into the interior of the distribution box (200), and then move the distribution box (200) downward to insert the mounting projection (211) into the mounting projection insertion groove (121) to install the distribution box (200) on the mounting plate (100).

[0053] At this time, the distribution box (200) is fixed by the insertion force between the mounting projection (211) and the mounting projection insertion groove (121), and additionally, it can be fixedly installed on the mounting plate (100) by being pressed by the weight of the distribution box (200).

[0054] Conversely, when the distribution box (200) is installed on the mounting plate (100), the distribution box (200) is moved upward to separate the mounting projection (211) from the mounting projection insertion groove (121), and then the distribution box (200) is moved forward, the distribution box (200) can be separated from the mounting plate (100).

[0055] With this structure, the distribution box (200) is detachably installed on the mounting plate (100).

[0056] Additionally, the distribution box (200) may have at least one hole-shaped coupling portion (212) through which a coupling member (201) passes. Alternatively, the coupling member (201) may be inserted into or fastened to the coupling portion (212). Here, the coupling member (201) may be a screw or a screw.

[0057] These connecting parts (212) can be formed at a position corresponding to the distribution box connecting part (140) of the mounting plate (100). Additionally, as shown in the drawing, two connecting parts (212) and two distribution box connecting parts (140) are provided, and they can be spaced apart along the left and right directions and positioned at corresponding positions.

[0058] The connecting member (201) passes through the connecting portion (212) of the distribution box (200) and is connected to the distribution box connecting portion (140), thereby allowing the distribution box (200) to be completely fixed to the mounting plate (100). Additionally, the connecting member (201) may be screw-fastened to both the connecting portion (212) and the distribution box connecting portion (140).

[0059] These connecting members (201) are provided in a number corresponding to the number of connecting parts (212).

[0060] The cleaning cover (300) is detachably connected to the mounting plate (100) and positioned to surround the power meter, and a reading window module (400) is positioned at the front.

[0061] This cleaning cover (300) is formed to be open to the front and rear and has a space inside in which a power meter can be stored. The cleaning cover (300) is installed on a mounting plate (100), so that the rear opening is fixed to the mounting plate (100) and the front opening is closed by a meter reading window module (400).

[0062] The cleaning cover (300) may be provided with an installation projection (310) on the upper part of the portion that is in close contact with the mounting plate (100) and a cleaning cover handle (330) on the lower part. The cleaning cover handle (330) facilitates the worker's installation and replacement work when installing or removing the cleaning cover (300) from the mounting plate (100).

[0063] The installation projection (310) is formed by protruding a part of the inner surface of the beautification cover (300) and is formed to be inserted and fastened into the installation projection insertion groove (131). The installation projection (310) is fitted into the installation projection insertion groove (131) and can fasten the beautification cover (300) to the mounting plate (100).

[0064] With this configuration, the operator can move the cleaning cover (300) toward the mounting plate (100) to insert the cleaning cover mounting part (130) into the interior of the cleaning cover (300), and then move the cleaning cover (300) downward to insert the installation projection (310) into the installation projection insertion groove (131).

[0065] At this time, the beautification cover (300) is fixed to the mounting plate (100) by the insertion force between the installation projection (310) and the installation projection insertion groove (131), and additionally, it can be fixedly installed on the mounting plate (100) by being pressed by the weight of the beautification cover (300).

[0066] Conversely, when the beautification cover (300) is installed on the mounting plate (100), the beautification cover (300) is moved upward to separate the installation projection (310) from the installation projection insertion groove (131), and then the beautification cover (300) is moved forward, the beautification cover (300) can be separated from the mounting plate (100).

[0067] With this structure, the beautification cover (300) is detachably installed on the mounting plate (100).

[0068] Additionally, the beautification cover (300) may be provided with a wire insertion hole (301) formed in the side wall facing the distribution box (200) to allow a wire (102) to pass through.

[0069] Additionally, the cleaning cover (300) may be provided with a metering window mounting part (320) in which a metering window module (400) is detachably installed at the front.

[0070] The meter reading window mounting portion (320) may be formed to protrude from the front surface of the cleaning cover (300) so as to be inserted into the inner side of the meter reading window module (400). This meter reading window mounting portion (320) may be fixed by being fitted into the inner side of the meter reading window module (400), or may be provided with a fastening structure with the meter reading window module (400).

[0071] The meter reading window mounting portion (320) may be provided with a fixing projection insertion groove (321) formed by recessing a portion of the upper surface that is stepped with respect to the front surface of the cleaning cover (300). Additionally, a fixing projection (411), which will be described later, is inserted into the fixing projection insertion groove (321), and the meter reading window module (400) can be detachably connected. The connection structure between the meter reading window mounting portion (320) and the meter reading window module (400) may include the fixing projection insertion groove (321) and the fixing projection (411).

[0072] The meter reading window module (400) is installed to seal the front opening of the cleaning cover (300) and is provided so that the power meter placed inside the cleaning cover (300) can be checked from the outside.

[0073] This metering window module (400) may be configured to include a connecting flange (410) and a metering window (420).

[0074] The connecting flange (410) has a rear surface that is detachably connected to the beautification cover (300) and is formed in a hollow shape so that the inspection window mounting part (320) is inserted into the inside.

[0075] This coupling flange (410) is provided with a fixing projection (411) formed such that a portion of its inner surface protrudes so as to be inserted and fastened into the fixing projection insertion groove (321). The fixing projection (411) is fitted into the fixing projection insertion groove (321) and can fasten the inspection window module (400) to the cleaning cover (300).

[0076] At this time, the inspection window module (400) is fixed to the cleaning cover (300) by the insertion force between the fixing projection (411) and the fixing projection insertion groove (321), and additionally, it can be fixedly installed on the cleaning cover (300) by being pressed by the weight of the inspection window module (400).

[0077] The meter reading window (420) is formed of a transparent material and is positioned in front of the coupling flange (410). Since the meter reading window (420) becomes opaque due to aging and the power meter cannot be viewed from the outside, periodic replacement is required. The meter reading window module (400) according to the present invention is provided as a separate component from the beautification cover (300) so that it can be easily replaced.

[0078] For example, if the meter reading window (420) is provided integrally with the cleaning cover (300), there is a problem in that even when only the meter reading window (420) is replaced, a temporary power outage must occur as the wire connected to the power meter is disconnected, resulting in complaints and inconvenience. On the other hand, the meter reading window (420) according to the present invention is provided as a meter reading window module (400) and is installed detachably on the cleaning cover (300), so that the meter reading window (420) can be replaced without a power outage, and the replacement cost and time can be reduced.

[0079] Additionally, the meter reading window module (400) may be provided with a fixing projection (411) on the upper part of the portion that is in close contact with the cleaning cover (300) and a meter reading window handle (412) on the lower part. The meter reading window handle (412) facilitates the installation and replacement work of a worker when installing or removing the meter reading window module (400) from the cleaning cover (300).

[0080] According to embodiments of the present invention having such a shape and structure, if the meter reading window becomes discolored due to aging or is damaged, only the meter reading window can be replaced, and if the cleaning cover and the distribution box become aging or damaged, they can each be replaced separately, thereby reducing replacement costs and time.

[0081] In addition, the meter reading window can be easily replaced without power outage, which improves customer satisfaction, thereby increasing metering reliability and reducing replacement costs and time.

[0084] Although it has been described above that all components constituting an embodiment of the present invention are combined or operate as a single unit, the present invention is not necessarily limited to such an embodiment. That is, within the scope of the purpose of the present invention, all components may be selectively combined in one or more ways to operate.

[0085] The foregoing description is merely an illustrative explanation of the technical concept of the present invention, and those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains will be able to make various modifications and variations within the scope of the essential characteristics of the present invention. Accordingly, the embodiments disclosed in the present invention are intended to explain, not limit, the technical concept of the present invention, and the scope of the technical concept of the present invention is not limited by these embodiments. The scope of protection of the present invention shall be interpreted by the claims below, and all technical concepts within an equivalent scope shall be interpreted as being included within the scope of rights of the present invention. Explanation of the symbols

[0087] 1: Modular agricultural instrument box 100: Mounting plate 101: Electronic components 110: Band support 120: Distribution box mounting part 121: Mounting protrusion insertion groove 130: Beautification cover mounting part 131: Installation projection insertion groove 132: Electricity meter installation part 140: Distribution box connection part 200: Distribution box 201: Connecting member 210: Main body 211: Connecting projection 212: Connection part 213: Wire passage hole 220: Cover 221: Cover handle 230: Hinge part 300: Cleaning cover 301: Wire insertion hole 310: Installation projection 320: Inspection window mounting part 321: Insertion groove for fixing projection 330: Cleaning cover handle 400: Meter reading window module 410: Connecting flange 411: Fixing projection 412: Inspection window handle 420: Meter reading window

Claims

Claim 1 A mounting plate having its rear fixed to a utility pole and having electronic components and a power meter installed on its front; a distribution box detachably connected to the mounting plate and positioned to surround the electronic components; and a beautification cover detachably connected to the mounting plate and positioned to surround the power meter, with a meter reading window module positioned on its front; wherein the meter reading window module includes a hollow coupling flange detachably connected to the beautification cover on its rear surface; and a transparent meter reading window positioned in front of the coupling flange; wherein the beautification cover has a meter reading window mounting portion that protrudes from its front surface, is inserted into the inner side of the coupling flange, and supports the meter reading window module; and the mounting plate includes a distribution box mounting portion that protrudes from its front surface, is inserted into the inner side of the distribution box, and supports the distribution box. A modular agricultural meter box that is individually replaceable, comprising: a cleaning cover mounting part that protrudes from the front surface and is inserted into the inner side of the cleaning cover and supports the cleaning cover; wherein the distribution box mounting part has a mounting projection insertion groove formed by a recessed portion of the upper surface formed with a step difference from the front surface of the mounting plate; the distribution box has a mounting projection formed by a protrusioned portion of the inner surface to be inserted and secured into the mounting projection insertion groove; the meter reading window mounting part has a fixing projection insertion groove formed by a recessed portion of the upper surface formed with a step difference from the front surface of the cleaning cover; and the coupling flange has a fixing projection formed by a protrusioned portion of the inner surface to be inserted and secured into the fixing projection insertion groove.

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