Multifunctional floating ball liquid level meter for raw oil tank truck

By designing a multifunctional float level gauge on a crude oil tanker and using a steam baffle and permanent magnet to trigger the alarm mechanism, the problems of tank overflow and oil leakage during the loading and unloading of crude oil tankers are solved, the real-time alarm and accurate measurement of the level gauge are achieved, and safety and environmental protection are improved.

CN223426050UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-10LONGXUN AUTOMOBILE INTELLIGENT TECH (SHANDONG) CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423036642.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-10
Publication Date
2025-10-10
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-10

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Technical Problem

Existing float level gauges used in crude oil tankers lack real-time safety alarm functions, which makes it easy for tanks to overflow or leak when loading and unloading crude oil, endangering safety and polluting the environment.

Method used

A multifunctional float level gauge was designed, which includes an upper transverse tube, a lower transverse tube, a liquid level plate, a float end, a steam baffle, a trigger mechanism, and an alarm mechanism. The steam baffle limits the diffusion of oil and gas, and a permanent magnet triggers an alarm bell to remind the operator when the approved liquid level is reached, ensuring safe loading and unloading.

Benefits of technology

Effectively prevent oil and gas spills, ensure accurate level meter measurement, provide real-time alarms, reduce the risk of tank overflow and oil leakage, and improve loading and unloading safety and environmental protection.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of floating ball liquid level meters, in particular to a multifunctional floating ball liquid level meter for a raw oil tank truck, which comprises an upper transverse pipe and a lower transverse pipe, a polytetrafluoroethylene gasket is fixed at one end of the upper transverse pipe, protective sleeves are fixed on two surfaces of the upper transverse pipe, and the upper transverse pipe and the lower transverse pipe are communicated and fixed through a connecting pipe. A liquid level plate fixed to the surface of the upper transverse pipe is arranged on one side of the connecting pipe. Through the arrangement of the upper transverse pipe, the connecting pipe, the lower transverse pipe, the liquid level plate, the floating ball end, the steam baffle, the dismounting column, the connecting flange, the operation pipe and the balancing weight, in the using process of the multifunctional floating ball liquid level meter for the raw oil tank truck, dispersion of oil gas and water vapor in the raw oil tank truck is effectively limited through the arranged steam baffle, and the service life of the raw oil tank truck is prolonged. Therefore, the metering effect of the liquid level meter is prevented from being affected, especially the freezing phenomenon cannot be generated in winter, and the arranged liquid level plate is displayed on the two faces of the upper transverse pipe, so that loading and unloading operators can observe the loading and unloading liquid level in multiple directions.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of float level gauges, in particular to a multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker. Background Art

[0002] At present, domestic crude oil contains a variety of complex components, with high viscosity, strong volatility, strong corrosiveness, and toxic and harmful substances. Crude oil is generally transported by crude oil tankers, and the oil products loaded in crude oil tankers are divided into pure crude oil and oil-water mixtures. The water content can be as high as 90%. When loading and unloading crude oil, the temperature is generally heated to the range of 30-90 degrees, accompanied by the generation of a large amount of steam and oil gas. Therefore, there are strict requirements on the manhole cover and liquid level gauge technology of crude oil tankers. However, the current float level gauge for crude oil tankers does not have the safety alarm reminder function of real-time display of crude oil liquid level during use, which makes it easy for crude oil tankers to overflow or leak oil when loading crude oil. This will not only endanger the safety of workers, but also cause pollution to the environment. Therefore, we propose a multi-functional float level gauge for crude oil tankers to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0003] (1) Technical problems solved

[0004] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the present invention provides a multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker, which solves the problems raised in the above-mentioned background technology.

[0005] (2) Technical solution

[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention specifically adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] A multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker comprises an upper transverse tube and a lower transverse tube, a polytetrafluoroethylene gasket being fixed to one end of the upper transverse tube, protective sleeves being fixed to both sides of the upper transverse tube, the upper transverse tube and the lower transverse tube being connected and fixed via a connecting tube, a level plate being fixed to the surface of the upper transverse tube being provided on one side of the connecting tube, a float end being mounted on the upper transverse tube, a sealing cap flange being mounted on the surface of the float end, and a trigger mechanism and an alarm mechanism being provided on the surface of the lower transverse tube.

[0008] Furthermore, a steam baffle is provided on one side of the liquid level plate and is clamped on the upper transverse tube. The steam baffle is fixed to the surface of the upper transverse tube through a disassembly column.

[0009] Furthermore, a connecting flange is fixed to the bottom of the lower transverse tube, a running tube is installed at the bottom end of the connecting flange, a counterweight block is slidably connected to the inside of the running tube, and a water tank installed at the bottom of the lower transverse tube is provided on one side of the running tube.

[0010] Furthermore, a liquid recovery pipe is installed at the bottom end of the running pipe, and a support plate is fixedly sleeved on the outer surface of the liquid recovery pipe, and the support plate is fixed on the surface of the running pipe.

[0011] Furthermore, the trigger mechanism includes a stainless steel bracket installed on the surface of the lower horizontal tube, a stainless steel tube is fixed on the top of the stainless steel bracket, a stainless steel spring fixed on the top of the stainless steel bracket is provided inside the stainless steel tube, and the top end of the stainless steel spring extends to the outside of the stainless steel tube and is fixed with a trigger plate.

[0012] Furthermore, the alarm mechanism includes a mounting plate fixed to a side wall of the lower transverse tube, and an alarm bell is installed on one side wall of the mounting plate.

[0013] (3) Beneficial effects

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the utility model provides a multifunctional float level gauge for crude oil tankers, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0015] The utility model provides an upper transverse pipe, a connecting pipe, a lower transverse pipe, a liquid level plate, a float end, a steam baffle, a disassembly column, a connecting flange, an operating pipe and a counterweight. During the use of the multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker, the steam baffle is utilized to effectively limit the diffusion of oil gas and water vapor in the crude oil tanker, thereby avoiding affecting the metering effect of the liquid level gauge, especially preventing freezing in winter. In addition, the liquid level plate is displayed on both sides of the upper transverse pipe, thereby enabling loading and unloading workers to observe the loading and unloading liquid levels in multiple directions. Through the cooperation of the trigger mechanism and the alarm mechanism, when the crude oil is loaded to the approved liquid level height, the trigger mechanism can automatically trigger the alarm mechanism to remind, thereby solving the problem that the liquid level gauge cannot remind the workers to stop loading in time, and reducing the risk of accidents. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the upper horizontal tube structure of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the trigger mechanism structure of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the alarm mechanism of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the operating pipe structure of the utility model.

[0021] In the figure: 1. Upper horizontal pipe; 2. Connecting pipe; 3. Lower horizontal pipe; 4. Liquid level plate; 5. Float end; 6. Sealing cap flange; 7. Trigger mechanism; 701. Stainless steel bracket; 702. Stainless steel pipe; 703. Stainless steel spring; 704. Trigger plate; 8. Alarm mechanism; 801. Mounting plate; 802. Alarm bell; 9. Steam baffle; 10. Disassembly column; 11. Connecting flange; 12. Running pipe; 13. Counterweight; 14. Water storage tank; 15. Liquid recovery pipe; 16. Support plate; 17. PTFE gasket; 18. Protective sleeve. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0023] Example

[0024] like Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, a multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker proposed in one embodiment of the present invention includes an upper transverse tube 1 and a lower transverse tube 3. A polyfluoroethane gasket 17 is fixed to one end of the upper transverse tube 1. The polyfluoroethane gasket 17 can be used to seal and protect the upper transverse tube 1 when it is installed. Protective sleeves 18 are fixed on both sides of the upper transverse tube 1, which can seal and protect both ends of the drive shaft where the polyfluoroethane roller is installed. The upper transverse tube 1 and the lower transverse tube 3 are connected and fixed through a connecting tube 2. A liquid level plate 4 fixed to the surface of the upper transverse tube 1 is provided on one side of the connecting tube 2. A float end 5 is installed on the upper transverse tube 1. A sealing cap flange 6 is installed on the surface of the float end 5. A trigger mechanism 7 and an alarm mechanism 8 are provided on the surface of the lower transverse tube 3.

[0025] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, a steam baffle 9 is provided on one side of the liquid level plate 4 and is clamped on the upper cross tube 1. The steam baffle 9 is fixed to the surface of the upper cross tube 1 by a disassembly column 10. When in use, a steam plug is also installed on the lower cross tube 3, and the plug is fixed to the lower cross tube 3 with bolts and can be disassembled. Therefore, the steam baffle 9 and the steam plug solve the problem of steam and oil gas leakage, so that the liquid level gauge can be used in winter. Since the disassembly column 10 and the plug are both detachable, the functions of convenient installation, maintenance and inspection can be achieved.

[0026] like Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments, a connecting flange 11 is fixed to the bottom of the lower cross tube 3, a running pipe 12 is installed at the bottom end of the connecting flange 11, a counterweight block 13 is slidably connected inside the running pipe 12, and a water tank 14 installed at the bottom of the lower cross tube 3 is provided on one side of the running pipe 12. When in use, the fixed connection of the connecting flange 11 makes the running pipe 12 more stable after being fixed, and at the same time can improve the sealing and applicability.

[0027] like Figure 5 As shown, in some embodiments, a liquid recovery pipe 15 is installed at the bottom end of the running pipe 12, and a support plate 16 is fixedly sleeved on the outer surface of the liquid recovery pipe 15, and the support plate 16 is fixed on the surface of the running pipe 12. When in use, the liquid recovery pipe 15, the support plate 16 and the running pipe 12 cooperate with each other to achieve the versatility of winter use and the function of fixed connection.

[0028] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the trigger mechanism 7 includes a stainless steel bracket 701 installed on the surface of the lower horizontal tube 3, a stainless steel tube 702 is fixed to the top of the stainless steel bracket 701, and a stainless steel spring 703 fixed to the top of the stainless steel bracket 701 is provided inside the stainless steel tube 702. The top of the stainless steel spring 703 extends to the outside of the stainless steel tube 702 and is fixed with a trigger plate 704. When in use, the function of transmitting the trigger alarm can be achieved through the mutual cooperation of the stainless steel spring 703, the stainless steel tube 702 and the trigger plate 704.

[0029] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the alarm mechanism 8 includes a mounting plate 801 fixed to a side wall of the lower transverse tube 3, and an alarm bell 802 is installed on one side wall of the mounting plate 801. When in use, the mounting plate 801 and the alarm bell 802 cooperate with each other to achieve the warning function.

[0030] The working principle and usage process of the utility model are as follows: PTFE pulleys are installed inside the upper transverse tube 1 and the lower transverse tube 3, and stainless steel wire ropes are provided on the surfaces of the two PTFE pulleys. The stainless steel wire ropes are respectively connected and fixed with the float end 5 and the counterweight 13, and a circular permanent magnet is installed at one place of the stainless steel wire rope. When loading crude oil, the float end 5 rises with the liquid level. When unloading crude oil, the float end 5 drops with the liquid level, and the permanent magnet is displaced inside the upper transverse tube 1 by the traction of the stainless steel wire rope. At this time, the magnetic principle of the magnet is utilized to affect the positive and negative pole changes of the movable plate on the liquid level plate 4. Since the colors of the front and back of the movable plate are different, the scale corresponding to the color-changing part is the height of the liquid level, which is convenient for staff to observe in different directions, so as to be applicable to various working conditions of well sites. By utilizing the gas diffusion principle and condensation principle, the steam baffle 9 can effectively prevent gas from overflowing, ensure the accuracy of liquid level measurement, and when the float end 5 moves up After detecting that the crude oil has been loaded to the highest liquid level, the stainless steel wire rope will drive the permanent magnet to move to a certain position on the upper cross tube 1. Since the trigger mechanism 7 is installed at the approved loading liquid level, the magnetic principle of the permanent magnet is utilized. When the loaded crude oil reaches the approved loading liquid level, the permanent magnet in the upper cross tube 1 will trigger the trigger piece 704, and then cooperate with the elastic force of the stainless steel spring 703 to drive the trigger piece 704 to move telescopically. Finally, after the trigger piece 704 moves, it can pull the alarm bell 802 to shake and alarm. Therefore, when the crude oil reaches the approved loading liquid level, it can play an early warning function to avoid overflow and oil leakage in the crude oil tanker. Therefore, the problem of failure of ordinary level gauges in winter and in heavy oil environments and malfunction of the level gauge due to oil-water mixed vapor is solved; secondly, the reliability and stability of the level gauge during vehicle movement are improved, and the float level gauge is combined with the research on the manhole cover of the vehicle to realize the completely enclosed loading and unloading function of the crude oil tanker.

[0031] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art will be able to modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker, comprising an upper transverse tube (1) and a lower transverse tube (3), characterized in that: A polytetrafluoroethylene gasket (17) is fixed to one end of the upper transverse tube (1), protective sleeves (18) are fixed to both sides of the upper transverse tube (1), the upper transverse tube (1) and the lower transverse tube (3) are connected and fixed via a connecting tube (2), a liquid level plate (4) fixed to the surface of the upper transverse tube (1) is provided on one side of the connecting tube (2), a float end (5) is installed on the upper transverse tube (1), a sealing cap flange (6) is installed on the surface of the float end (5), and a trigger mechanism (7) and an alarm mechanism (8) are provided on the surface of the lower transverse tube (3).

2. The multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker according to claim 1, characterized in that: A steam baffle (9) is provided on one side of the liquid level plate (4) and is clamped on the upper transverse tube (1). The steam baffle (9) is fixed to the surface of the upper transverse tube (1) via a disassembly column (10).

3. The multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting flange (11) is fixed to the bottom of the lower transverse tube (3), a running tube (12) is installed at the bottom end of the connecting flange (11), a counterweight (13) is slidably connected inside the running tube (12), and a water storage tank (14) installed at the bottom of the lower transverse tube (3) is provided on one side of the running tube (12).

4. The multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker according to claim 3, characterized in that: A liquid collection pipe (15) is installed at the bottom end of the running pipe (12), and a support plate (16) is fixedly sleeved on the outer surface of the liquid collection pipe (15), and the support plate (16) is fixed on the surface of the running pipe (12).

5. The multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker according to claim 1, characterized in that: The trigger mechanism (7) comprises a stainless steel bracket (701) mounted on the surface of the lower transverse tube (3); a stainless steel tube (702) is fixed to the top of the stainless steel bracket (701); a stainless steel spring (703) is provided inside the stainless steel tube (702) and is fixed to the top of the stainless steel bracket (701); the top end of the stainless steel spring (703) extends to the outside of the stainless steel tube (702) and is fixed to a trigger plate (704).

6. The multifunctional float level gauge for a crude oil tanker according to claim 1, characterized in that: The alarm mechanism (8) comprises a mounting plate (801) fixed to a side wall of the lower transverse tube (3), and an alarm bell (802) is mounted on one side wall of the mounting plate (801).