Anti-blocking rain gauge
Through the dual filtration design of rainfall measuring instrument, the problem of the rainfall cylinder and filter screen in the prior art is easily blocked and difficult to clean in the field, achieving efficient and convenient rainfall observation, meeting the long-term high-precision and low maintenance needs in the field.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422534269.X
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-18
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-05
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-18
AI Technical Summary
The existing rainfall cylinder and filter mesh technology is prone to clogging in complex outdoor environments, has poor filtration effect, is difficult to clean and has high maintenance costs, which affects the accuracy and reliability of rainfall observation.
The dual filter design adopts a combination of filter mesh and filter plate. The filter mesh is woven and removable, and the filter plate is detachably connected to the inner wall of the tube. Combined with the hook, plug groove and stable structure, it achieves rapid installation and disassembly.
It significantly improves the accuracy of rainfall observation and data collection quality, reduces maintenance costs, meets long-term observation needs of high precision and low maintenance, and ensures the stability and durability of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of rainfall observation, in particular to an anti-clogging rain gauge. Background Art
[0002] Anti-clogging rain gauges play a crucial role in rainfall observation and meteorological monitoring. As core observation tools, their design and anti-clogging performance have a crucial impact on the accuracy and reliability of rainfall data. In particular, in the critical process of long-term rainfall observation in field environments, existing rain gauge and filter technologies have gradually exposed a series of significant limitations and technical issues when filtering and preventing clogging of weathered debris such as dead grass, leaves, and flying insects. Specifically, in complex field environments and during long-term observations, existing rain gauge and filter technologies face prominent challenges such as poor filtration, easy clogging, difficulty in cleaning, and high maintenance costs. These issues directly reduce the efficiency of rainfall observation and data collection, increase operational complexity, and make it difficult to meet the production or use requirements of high accuracy, long-term stability, and low maintenance costs. More seriously, these issues may pose potential risks to the overall data quality and reliability of meteorological monitoring projects and rainfall observation stations, and may even result in the serious consequence of observation failure.
[0003] Therefore, given the many shortcomings of existing technologies, we urgently need a non-clogging rain gauge to solve these problems. This new technology or equipment should significantly improve the efficiency and quality of rainfall observation and data collection, while better meeting the needs of long-term field observations with high precision and low maintenance costs, and provide strong support for the continued development of meteorological monitoring and rainfall observation. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an anti-clogging rain gauge, which solves the problems of poor filtering effect, easy clogging, difficult cleaning and high maintenance cost faced by the existing rain gauge and filter screen technology in the prior art when used in complex field environments and for long-term observation.
[0005] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:
[0006] An anti-clogging rain gauge comprises a funnel and a filter net, wherein the bottom of the funnel is connected to a pipe body;
[0007] The filter screen is arranged at the top position of the inner cavity of the funnel, and a filter plate is arranged inside the tube body of the funnel. The outer ring of the filter screen is detachably connected with a circular ring, the diameter of the circular ring is the same as the diameter of the top of the inner cavity of the funnel, the circular ring is detachably connected to the inner ring of the funnel, the filter plate is detachably connected to the inner wall of the tube body, and the top of the filter plate is provided with a stabilizing structure connected to the bottom of the circular ring.
[0008] Preferably, a carrying ring is provided inside the tube body, the outer ring of the carrying ring is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the tube body, and the bottom of the filter plate is detachably connected to the top edge of the carrying ring.
[0009] Preferably, a plurality of plug-in slots are provided at the top edge of the carrying ring, and a plurality of plug-in posts adapted to the plug-in slots are fixedly connected to the bottom edge of the filter plate.
[0010] Preferably, the filter screen is woven from a plurality of steel wires, the filter screen is elastic, and the filter screen is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the ring by bolts.
[0011] Preferably, a plurality of hooks are connected to the top of the ring, and the tops of the hooks are engaged with the edge of the funnel.
[0012] Preferably, the stabilizing structure includes a docking post and a docking tube, the docking tube is fixedly connected to the top center of the filter plate, the outer ring of the docking post is fixedly connected to several steel ropes, the end of the steel rope away from the docking post is fixedly connected to the bottom of the ring, and the docking post is adapted to be plugged into the inside of the docking tube.
[0013] The utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:
[0014] This anti-clogging rain gauge significantly improves the accuracy of rainfall observations and the quality of data collection through its innovative double-filtration design, namely the combined use of a filter net and a filter plate. Its unique detachable connection method and stable structural design not only make cleaning and replacement of parts convenient and quick, reducing maintenance costs, but also ensure the stability and durability of the equipment during use. In addition, the rain gauge also focuses on improving practicality and convenience, such as the quick installation and disassembly design of the hook, and the adaptive plug-in setting of the socket slot and the socket column, which greatly simplifies the operating process and improves the efficiency of equipment assembly and maintenance. In summary, the anti-clogging rain gauge, with its high efficiency, convenience and stability, meets the needs of long-term field observations with high precision and low maintenance costs, and provides strong technical support for the development of meteorological monitoring and rainfall observation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0015] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;
[0017] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the load-bearing ring of the utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the filter screen of the utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the plug-in column of the utility model;
[0020] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the docking column of the utility model.
[0021] In the figure: 1. Funnel; 2. Filter screen; 3. Filter plate; 4. Carrying ring; 5. Docking tube; 6. Connecting groove; 7. Connecting post; 8. Docking post; 9. Ring; 10. Hook. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0022] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.
[0023] Reference Figure 1-5 , an anti-clogging rain gauge, comprising a funnel 1 and a filter net 2, wherein the bottom of the funnel 1 is connected to a pipe body;
[0024] The filter screen 2 is arranged at the top position of the inner cavity of the funnel 1, and a filter plate 3 is arranged inside the tube body of the funnel 1. The outer ring of the filter screen 2 is detachably connected with a ring 9. The diameter of the ring 9 is the same as the diameter of the top of the inner cavity of the funnel 1. The ring 9 is detachably connected to the inner ring of the funnel 1, and the filter plate 3 is detachably connected to the inner wall of the tube body. The top of the filter plate 3 is provided with a stable structure connected to the bottom of the ring 9.
[0025] This program has the following working process:
[0026] When using this anti-clogging rain gauge for rainfall observation, rainwater first enters through the funnel 1 and comes into contact with the filter screen 2 located at the top of the funnel 1's inner cavity. The filter screen 2 effectively blocks weathered debris such as dead grass, leaves, and flying insects from entering the interior of the funnel 1. At the same time, a filter plate 3 is also provided inside the funnel 1's tube body to further filter impurities and ensure the purity of the rainwater. The outer ring of the filter screen 2 is detachably connected to a circular ring 9. The diameter of the ring 9 is the same as that of the top of the funnel 1's inner cavity, ensuring that the filter screen 2 is stably fixed within the funnel 1. The ring 9 is also detachably connected to the inner ring of the funnel 1, facilitating the installation and removal of the filter screen 2. The filter plate 3 is detachably connected to the inner wall of the tube body, making it easy to clean and replace. The top of the filter plate 3 is provided with a stabilizing structure connected to the bottom of the ring 9, ensuring the stability of the filter plate 3 and the filter screen 2 during use.
[0027] According to the above working process, we can know that:
[0028] The design of the anti-clogging rain gauge effectively solves the outstanding problems of the existing technology, such as poor filtering effect, easy clogging, difficulty in cleaning, and high maintenance costs. By adopting the dual filtration design of the filter screen 2 and the filter plate 3, the efficiency and quality of rainfall observation and data collection are significantly improved. The detachable connection between the filter screen 2 and the ring 9 makes cleaning and replacement convenient and quick, reducing maintenance costs. At the same time, the detachable connection between the filter plate 3 and the inner wall of the tube body also facilitates cleaning and replacement. The design of the stable structure ensures the stability and durability of the filter screen 2 and the filter plate 3 during use, further improving the accuracy and reliability of rainfall observation. The anti-clogging rain gauge meets the needs of long-term field observation, high precision and low maintenance cost, and provides strong support for the sustainable development of meteorological monitoring and rainfall observation.
[0029] Furthermore, a carrying ring 4 is provided inside the tube body, the outer ring of the carrying ring 4 is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the tube body, and the bottom of the filter plate 3 is detachably connected to the top edge of the carrying ring 4. Specifically, through the fixed connection between the carrying ring 4 and the inner ring of the tube body, and the detachable connection between the bottom of the filter plate 3 and the top edge of the carrying ring 4, in the work process, the carrying ring 4 provides stable support for the filter plate 3, and at the same time facilitates the disassembly and cleaning of the filter plate 3, thereby achieving the effect of improving the stability of the equipment and the convenience of maintenance.
[0030] Furthermore, a plurality of plug-in grooves 6 are provided at the top edge of the carrying ring 4, and a plurality of plug-in columns 7 adapted to the plug-in grooves 6 are fixedly connected to the bottom edge of the filter plate 3. Specifically, through the adaptive plug-in setting of the plug-in grooves 6 and the plug-in columns 7, a stable connection between the filter plate 3 and the carrying ring 4 is achieved in the work process, and at the same time, the filter plate 3 is facilitated to be quickly installed and disassembled, thereby achieving the effect of improving the equipment assembly efficiency and maintenance convenience.
[0031] Furthermore, the filter screen 2 is woven by several steel wires, the filter screen 2 is elastic, and the filter screen 2 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the ring 9 by bolts. Specifically, through the steel wire weaving structure of the filter screen 2 and the bolted fixed connection with the inner wall of the ring 9, during the work process, the filter screen 2 can effectively block weathered debris, and at the same time its elastic structure can adapt to impurities of different sizes. The firm connection with the ring 9 ensures the stability of the filter screen 2, thereby achieving the effect of improving the filtering effect and the durability of the equipment.
[0032] Furthermore, the top of the ring 9 is connected to several hooks 10, and the top of the hook 10 is engaged with the edge of the funnel 1. Specifically, through the engagement setting of the hook 10 with the edge of the funnel 1, the ring 9 and the filter screen 2 can be quickly installed and disassembled during the work process without the use of additional tools, thereby improving the assembly and maintenance efficiency of the equipment and achieving the effect of simplifying operation and improving practicality.
[0033] Furthermore, the stabilizing structure includes a docking post 8 and a docking tube 5. The docking tube 5 is fixedly connected to the top center of the filter plate 3. The outer ring of the docking post 8 is fixedly connected to several steel ropes. The end of the steel rope away from the docking post 8 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the ring 9. The docking post 8 is adapted and plugged into the inside of the docking tube 5. Specifically, through the adaptation and plugging of the docking post 8 and the docking tube 5, as well as the connection setting of the steel rope, additional stability is provided for the filter plate 3 and the filter screen 2 in the work process, preventing shaking or falling off caused by water impact during use, thereby achieving the effect of improving the overall stability of the equipment and the accuracy of observation.
[0034] In summary: When using this anti-clogging rain gauge for rainfall observation, rainwater first enters through the funnel 1 and contacts the filter screen 2 set at the top of the inner cavity of the funnel 1. The filter screen 2 is woven from a number of steel wires and is elastic. It can effectively prevent weathered debris such as dead grass, leaves, and flying insects from entering the tube body of the funnel 1. At the same time, a filter plate 3 is also provided inside the tube body of the funnel 1 to further filter impurities and ensure the purity of the rainwater. The outer ring of the filter screen 2 is detachably connected to a ring 9. The diameter of the ring 9 is the same as the diameter of the top of the inner cavity of the funnel 1, ensuring that the filter screen 2 is stably fixed in the funnel 1. The top of the ring 9 is connected to a number of hooks 10. The top of the hook 10 is engaged with the edge of the funnel 1, realizing the rapid installation and removal of the ring 9 and the filter screen 2 without the use of additional tools, thereby improving the assembly and maintenance efficiency of the equipment. The ring 9 is also detachably connected to the inner ring of the funnel 1, facilitating the installation and removal of the filter screen 2. A carrier ring 4 is provided inside the tube body. The outer ring of the carrier ring 4 is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the tube body. The bottom of the filter plate 3 is detachably connected to the top edge of the carrier ring 4. The carrier ring 4 provides stable support for the filter plate 3 and facilitates removal and cleaning of the filter plate 3. Several insertion slots 6 are defined at the top edge of the carrier ring 4. Several insertion posts 7 that match the insertion slots 6 are fixedly connected to the bottom edge of the filter plate 3. This ensures a stable connection between the filter plate 3 and the carrier ring 4 and facilitates quick installation and removal of the filter plate 3. The top of the filter plate 3 is provided with a stabilizing structure connected to the bottom of the ring 9. The stabilizing structure includes a docking column 8 and a docking tube 5. The docking tube 5 is fixedly connected to the center of the top of the filter plate 3. The outer ring of the docking column 8 is fixedly connected to a number of steel ropes. The end of the steel rope away from the docking column 8 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the ring 9. The docking column 8 is adapted to be plugged into the inside of the docking tube 5, providing additional stability for the filter plate 3 and the filter screen 2, and preventing shaking or falling off due to water impact during use.
[0035] The design of this anti-clogging rain gauge effectively addresses prominent issues in existing technologies, such as poor filtration, easy clogging, difficulty in cleaning, and high maintenance costs. By employing a dual filtration design consisting of a filter screen 2 and a filter plate 3, the efficiency and quality of rainfall observation and data collection are significantly improved. The detachable connection between the filter screen 2 and the ring 9, as well as the detachable connection between the filter plate 3 and the inner wall of the tube, facilitates cleaning and replacement, reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, the detachable connection between the support ring 4 and the filter plate 3, and the compatible plug-in arrangement between the socket 6 and the plug-in post 7, also facilitate cleaning and replacement of the filter plate 3, improving assembly efficiency and ease of maintenance. The braided steel wire structure of the filter screen 2 and its bolted connection to the inner wall of the ring 9 ensure its stability and filtration effectiveness, enhancing the durability of the device. The snap-on connection of the hook 10 to the edge of the funnel 1 simplifies operation and improves practicality. The stable structural design ensures the stability and durability of the filter screen 2 and filter plate 3 during use, further enhancing the accuracy and reliability of rainfall observations. This anti-clogging rain gauge meets the needs of long-term field observation, high precision and low maintenance cost, and provides strong support for the sustainable development of meteorological monitoring and rainfall observation.
[0036] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions merely illustrate the principles of the present invention. Various changes and improvements are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Such changes and improvements are intended to fall within the scope of the present invention. The scope of protection claimed for the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. An anti-clogging rain gauge, characterized in that: include: A funnel (1) and a filter screen (2), wherein the bottom of the funnel (1) is connected to a tube body; The filter screen (2) is arranged at the top of the inner cavity of the funnel (1); a filter plate (3) is arranged inside the tube body of the funnel (1); the outer ring of the filter screen (2) is detachably connected to a circular ring (9); the diameter of the circular ring (9) is the same as the diameter of the top of the inner cavity of the funnel (1); the circular ring (9) is detachably connected to the inner ring of the funnel (1); the filter plate (3) is detachably connected to the inner wall of the tube body; and the top of the filter plate (3) is provided with a stabilizing structure connected to the bottom of the circular ring (9).
2. The anti-clogging rain gauge according to claim 1, characterized in that: A carrying ring (4) is provided inside the tube body, the outer ring of the carrying ring (4) is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the tube body, and the bottom of the filter plate (3) is detachably connected to the top edge of the carrying ring (4).
3. The anti-clogging rain gauge according to claim 2, characterized in that: A plurality of plug-in slots (6) are provided at the top edge of the carrying ring (4), and a plurality of plug-in posts (7) adapted to the plug-in slots (6) are fixedly connected to the bottom edge of the filter plate (3).
4. The anti-clogging rain gauge according to claim 1, characterized in that: The filter screen (2) is woven from a plurality of steel wires, is elastic, and is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the ring (9) by bolts.
5. The anti-clogging rain gauge according to claim 4, characterized in that: The top of the circular ring (9) is connected to a plurality of hooks (10), and the tops of the hooks (10) are engaged with the edges of the funnel (1).
6. The anti-clogging rain gauge according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stabilizing structure comprises a docking column (8) and a docking tube (5), wherein the docking tube (5) is fixedly connected to the top center of the filter plate (3), the outer ring of the docking column (8) is fixedly connected to a plurality of steel wire ropes, and the end of the steel wire rope away from the docking column (8) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the ring (9), and the docking column (8) is adapted to be plugged into the inside of the docking tube (5).