Electric power high and low voltage equipment gap rat-proof device

By using a combination of corrugated pipes and steel wire rings in the gaps of high and low voltage power equipment, the sharp edges of the steel wire rings are used to injure rats, thus solving the problem of equipment damage and fire risks caused by rats passing through the gaps and achieving a low-cost rat-proof effect.

CN121242016APending Publication Date: 2026-01-02RUYANG COUNTY POWER SUPPLY CO OF STATE GRID HENAN ELECTRIC POWER CO
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Application Number
CN202511718119.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-11-21
Publication Date
2026-01-02

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Technical Problem

Rats can easily pass through gaps between high- and low-voltage electrical equipment and the ground, causing them to gnaw on the insulation of wires and cables or bite through the cables, leading to short circuits, equipment damage, and fire risks. Existing rodent control methods are either costly or ineffective.

Method used

A corrugated pipe is wrapped with steel wire rings, which are then fixed with glass adhesive to form an elastic rodent-proof device. After being flattened, the device is inserted into the gaps in the equipment, and the sharp edges of the steel wire rings injure the rodents, preventing them from passing through or nesting.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents rats from passing through or nesting in equipment gaps, is low-cost and highly effective, and avoids equipment damage and fire risks.

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Abstract

A gap rat-proof device for electric power high and low voltage equipment relates to a rat-proof device for electric power equipment, glass mucilage glue is coated at a corrugated pipe groove between every two corrugated pipe bulges of a corrugated pipe, a steel wire ring strip is distributed on the outer surface of the corrugated pipe in a spring shape through the glass mucilage glue, and a gap rat-proof pipe is formed by the corrugated pipe, the glass mucilage glue and the steel wire ring strip; the gap rat-proof pipe is flattened and then sent to a position between the periphery of a bottom plate of the power equipment and the ground to form an annular rat-proof ring; or after being flattened, the gap rat-proof pipe is fed into a gap between every two power devices close to the periphery to form an annular rat-proof ring; the steel wire ring strip is wound outside the elastic corrugated pipe, and mice can be prevented from passing through or nesting can be prevented by placing the corrugated pipe into a gap of equipment.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a rodent-proof device for power equipment, and more specifically, to a rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment. Background Technology

[0002] As we all know, high and low voltage electrical equipment refers to the essential components of power transmission, voltage conversion, power distribution, power monitoring, and metering during the supply of electrical energy. These devices are typically placed with a certain gap between them and the ground, and there is also spacing between adjacent devices. Due to their small size and habits, rats will pass through or nest in these gaps between the equipment and the ground. Given their proximity to the equipment, rats may also gnaw on the insulation of electrical wires and cables or chew through them. The dangers of this behavior mainly manifest as short circuits, equipment damage, and fire risks. If rats damage critical components of the power system, it can trigger a chain reaction of power outages. The inventor discovered the use of steel wool in his daily rat control efforts at home. The physical properties of steel wool can harm rats. For example, rats can enter and exit the indoor outlet of solar water heater drain pipes. After blocking the outlet with old steel wool, the rats can no longer enter or exit. The inventor observed through experiments with several rats that the main reason is that the steel wool is made of thin stainless steel strips. Stainless steel strips are strong and not easily deformed. When rats try to contact or pull on the steel wool, the sharp edges of the steel wool will scratch or puncture their claws or mouths. Even if rats try to bite the steel wool, it is difficult to leave a mark on it, let alone bite it open. Therefore, using steel wool to prevent rats in high and low voltage electrical equipment has certain significance and practical effect. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by disclosing a rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment. This device utilizes a flexible corrugated pipe with steel wire rings wrapped around its exterior. By inserting the corrugated pipe into the gaps in the equipment, rodents can be prevented from passing through or nesting.

[0004] In order to achieve the objective of this invention, this application discloses the following technical solution: A rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment includes a corrugated pipe, glass adhesive, and steel wire rings. Glass adhesive is applied to the grooves in the corrugated pipe between two corrugated pipe protrusions. The steel wire rings are distributed in a spring-like manner on the outer surface of the corrugated pipe through the glass adhesive. The corrugated pipe, glass adhesive, and steel wire rings form a rodent-proof tube for gaps. The rodent-proof tube can be flattened and inserted into the base plate of the power equipment near the perimeter between the equipment and the ground to form an annular rodent-proof entry ring; or the rodent-proof tube can be flattened and inserted into the gaps between two power equipment near the perimeter to form an annular rodent-proof entry ring.

[0005] The aforementioned rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment includes a corrugated pipe comprising a spiral corrugated pipe and an annular corrugated pipe.

[0006] In the aforementioned rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment, when the corrugated pipe is a spiral corrugated pipe, the steel wire ring is fixed along the groove of the spiral corrugated pipe.

[0007] In the aforementioned rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment, when the corrugated pipe is an annular corrugated pipe, the steel wire ring is fixed along the groove of the spiral corrugated pipe, and then enters the adjacent corrugated pipe groove by crossing the steel wire ring at the protrusion of the corrugated pipe.

[0008] The aforementioned rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment has a straight sleeve and a straight pipe at both ends of the corrugated pipe, respectively. A raised collar is provided near the outer end of the straight sleeve, and a raised ring is provided near the outer end of the straight pipe. The straight pipe is inserted into the straight sleeve to form an annular ring.

[0009] The aforementioned rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment, wherein the steel wire ring is a steel wire ball formed by drawing wire into a circle but not coiled.

[0010] Based on the above disclosure, the beneficial effects of the present invention are: The rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment described in this invention uses commercially available corrugated drain pipes costing around ten yuan. Steel wire rings (purchased from steel wire manufacturers, with individual prices around three yuan) without steel wool wrapped around them are adhered to the outside of the corrugated pipe using glass adhesive. In use, simply flatten the rings by hand and insert them into the gaps in the equipment to prevent rats from passing through or nesting. This invention offers good rodent-proofing effects at a low cost. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure at both ends of the bellows of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the bellows structure of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention on the base plate of the power equipment; In the diagram: 1. Steel wire ring; 2. Corrugated pipe protrusion; 3. Crossing steel wire ring; 4. Straight sleeve at pipe end; 5. Protruding collar; 6. Protruding ring; 7. Straight pipe at pipe end; 8. Glass adhesive; 9. Corrugated pipe groove; 10. Power equipment base plate; 11. Support leg. Detailed Implementation

[0012] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so as to better understand the inventive objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention. It should be understood that the embodiments shown in the drawings are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention, but are merely illustrative of possible implementations of the technical solutions of the present invention.

[0013] Combined with appendix Figures 1 to 4The rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment described herein includes a corrugated pipe, glass adhesive 8, and steel wire rings 1. The corrugated pipe includes spiral corrugated pipes and annular corrugated pipes. The steel wire rings 1 are steel wire balls drawn into a loop but not coiled. Glass adhesive 8 is applied to the grooves 9 of the corrugated pipe between two corrugated pipe protrusions 2. The steel wire rings 1 are distributed in a spring-like manner on the outer surface of the corrugated pipe through the glass adhesive 8. When the corrugated pipe is a spiral corrugated pipe, the steel wire rings 1 are fixed along the grooves 9 of the spiral corrugated pipe. When the corrugated pipe is an annular corrugated pipe, the steel wire rings 1 are fixed along the grooves 9 of the spiral corrugated pipe. Then, at the protrusions 2 of the corrugated pipe... By crossing the steel wire ring 3 and entering the adjacent corrugated pipe groove 9, a gap rodent-proof tube is formed by the corrugated pipe, glass adhesive 8, and steel wire ring 1. At both ends of the corrugated pipe, there are pipe end straight sleeves 4 and pipe end straight pipes 7 respectively. A raised collar 5 is provided near the outer end of the pipe end straight sleeve 4, and a raised ring 6 is provided near the outer end of the pipe end straight pipe 7. After the pipe end straight pipe 7 is inserted into the pipe end straight sleeve 4, an annular ring is formed. The gap rodent-proof tube is flattened and sent into the gap between the power equipment base plate 10 and the ground near the surrounding legs 11 to form an annular rodent-proof entry ring; or the gap rodent-proof tube is flattened and sent into the gap between two power equipment near the surrounding area to form an annular rodent-proof entry ring.

[0014] Implement the rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment as described in this invention, in conjunction with the attached... Figures 1 to 4 The manufacturing method of the present invention, in conjunction with the appendix Figure 3 Purchase corrugated pipes with interlocking ends. Purchase unwrapped steel wire rings (1) and glass adhesive (8) from the steel wool manufacturer. Insert a wooden stick into the corrugated pipe, apply glass adhesive (8) to the pipe, and then rotate the pipe to adhere the steel wire rings (1) into the grooves (9) until adhesion is achieved. Figure 2 The density is determined, and after the glass adhesive has solidified, it is placed in a long plastic bag for later use.

[0015] The method of using this invention is as follows: when using it, open the plastic bag and take out the corrugated pipe. Press the corrugated pipe with your hand to insert it into the base plate 10 of the power equipment. Use a wooden stick to insert the corrugated pipe into the lower part of the base plate on the rear and sides of the power equipment between it and the ground, preferably close to the support leg 11. Then, connect the two ends of the corrugated pipe to form a ring and insert it completely.

[0016] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above. However, it should be understood that after reading the above teachings, those skilled in the art can make various alterations or modifications to the scope of protection of the present invention. These equivalent forms also fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

[0017] The parts of this invention not described in detail are prior art.

Claims

1. A rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment, comprising a corrugated pipe, glass adhesive (8), and steel wire rings (1), characterized in that: in Glass adhesive (8) is applied to the groove (9) of the corrugated pipe between the two corrugated pipe protrusions (2). The steel wire ring (1) is distributed in a spring shape on the outer surface of the corrugated pipe through the glass adhesive (8). The corrugated pipe, glass adhesive (8) and steel wire ring (1) form a gap rodent-proof pipe. After the gap rodent-proof pipe is flattened, it is sent into the power equipment base plate (10) near the perimeter between the ground to form an annular rodent-proof entry ring. Or the gap rodent-proof pipe is flattened and sent into the gap between the two power equipment near the perimeter to form an annular rodent-proof entry ring.

2. The rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The corrugated pipe includes helical corrugated pipe and annular corrugated pipe.

3. The rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: When the corrugated pipe is a spiral corrugated pipe, the steel wire ring (1) is fixed along the groove (9) of the spiral corrugated pipe.

4. The rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: When the corrugated pipe is an annular corrugated pipe, the wire ring (1) is fixed along the spiral corrugated pipe groove (9), and then enters the adjacent corrugated pipe groove (9) by crossing the wire ring (3) at the corrugated pipe protrusion (2).

5. The rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A straight sleeve (4) and a straight pipe (7) are provided at both ends of the corrugated pipe. A raised collar (5) is provided near the outer end of the straight sleeve (4), and a raised ring (6) is provided near the outer end of the straight pipe (7). The straight pipe (7) is inserted into the straight sleeve (4) to form an annular ring.

6. The rodent-proof device for gaps in high and low voltage power equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steel wire ring (1) is a steel wire ball that has been drawn into a circle but not coiled.