Wet type valve control water meter

Abstract

The utility model provides a wet type valve control water meter which comprises a base meter, a signal conversion box, an electrical module, a reduction gearbox and a valve rod, a machine core module is arranged at the top of the base meter, a sensing pointer is arranged in the machine core module, a first magnetic transmission support and a second magnetic transmission support are arranged in the signal conversion box, and the electrical module comprises a copper sealing cover. A circuit board, a battery and a motor are arranged in the copper sealing cover; a third magnetic transmission bracket is fixed on an output shaft of the motor; a fourth magnetic transmission support is arranged in the reduction gearbox and drives the valve rod to rotate through a plurality of reduction gears. The first magnetic transmission support, the second magnetic transmission support, the third magnetic transmission support and the fourth magnetic transmission support are each provided with at least one piece of magnetic steel. According to the utility model, the copper sealing cover for preventing water molecules from permeating, the glass and the ethylene-propylene-diene monomer sealing ring which is difficult to permeate by the water molecules form the sealing cavity, so that long-term protection can be provided for electronic and electrical parts in the sealing cavity, and the normal operation of a product within a specified service life is ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an intelligent valve-controlled water meter, and more particularly to a wet valve-controlled water meter. Background Technology

[0002] Valve-controlled water meters are a type of smart water meter. They have built-in control valves that allow water flow to be opened and closed via remote commands. Traditional valve-controlled water meters have individually packaged components, and the sealed cavity requires inlets and outlets for power or communication cables between these components. The presence of these inlets and outlets significantly affects the seal, potentially causing electronic component malfunctions. Furthermore, traditional sealed cavities are made of plastic, which has a certain degree of permeability. Over time, moisture can penetrate the gaps between plastic molecules and intrude into the sealed cavity. Additionally, plastic has poor rigidity, making it prone to deformation when the sealing ring is compressed, leading to uneven compression and ultimately, seal failure. Utility Model Content

[0003] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a wet-type valve-controlled water meter with long-lasting waterproof performance. To achieve the above objective, this utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] (II) Technical Solution

[0006] A wet valve-controlled water meter includes a base meter, a movement module on the top of the base meter, a signal conversion box, an electrical module, a gearbox, and a valve stem. The two ends of the signal conversion box are located on top of the movement module and the electrical module, respectively. The gearbox is located at the bottom of the electrical module and is penetrated by the valve stem.

[0007] The mechanism module is equipped with a sensing pointer, and the signal conversion box is equipped with a first magnetic transmission bracket and a second magnetic transmission bracket. The first magnetic transmission bracket drives the second magnetic transmission bracket to rotate through several transmission gears. The first magnetic transmission bracket is located on the top of the mechanism module and corresponds to the sensing pointer.

[0008] The electrical module includes a copper cover, inside which are electrically connected circuit boards, batteries and motors. A magnetic sensor is provided on the circuit board. The second magnetic transmission bracket is located at the top of the electrical module and corresponds to the magnetic sensor. The output shaft of the motor is located at the bottom and is fixed with a third magnetic transmission bracket.

[0009] The gearbox is equipped with a fourth magnetic transmission bracket corresponding to the third magnetic transmission bracket. The fourth magnetic transmission bracket drives the valve stem to rotate through a number of reduction gears.

[0010] Each of the first, second, third, and fourth magnetic transmission supports is provided with at least one magnet.

[0011] Furthermore, a tempered glass is embedded in the top of the copper cover, and a sealing ring is provided between the tempered glass and the copper cover.

[0012] Furthermore, the sealing ring is made of EPDM material.

[0013] Furthermore, the gearbox extends outwards to form a fixed bracket. The bottom of the fixed bracket is connected to the base meter by screws, and the top is connected to the outer cover by screws. The outer cover encloses the core module, signal conversion box, electrical module and gearbox.

[0014] Furthermore, the signal conversion box is fixed inside the outer casing.

[0015] Furthermore, the outer side of the copper cover is wrapped with a pressure ring, which is fixed inside the outer cover.

[0016] Furthermore, the outer end of the screw is provided with an anti-disassembly plug.

[0017] Furthermore, one of the reduction gears is a sector gear fixed to the top of the valve stem.

[0018] Furthermore, the circuit board is equipped with a remote transmission module.

[0019] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0020] This utility model has significant advantages and beneficial effects compared with the prior art, specifically:

[0021] 1. The electrical module is located on one side of the core module, rather than on the top, which reduces the overall height of the water meter and expands the installation range. At the same time, the electrical module does not obstruct the core module, which facilitates the optimization of the internal structure of the electrical module, such as increasing battery capacity and improving the heat dissipation of the circuit board.

[0022] 2. The signal conversion box and electrical module are designed separately for easy maintenance later.

[0023] 3. Electronic components such as circuit boards, batteries, and motors are housed within a copper enclosure. This sealed cavity, composed of a copper enclosure that blocks water molecules, glass, and a water-impermeable EPDM sealing ring, provides long-term protection for the electronic and electrical components, ensuring the product operates normally within its specified lifespan. Compared to previous independent component packaging structures, the sealed cavity eliminates the need for power supply or communication cable entry / exit points between components. Compared to earlier plastic sealing boxes, the rigidity of the copper enclosure and tempered glass prevents deformation during sealing ring compression, avoiding uneven compression and sealing failure. This structure effectively improves the product's waterproof and moisture-proof performance. Designed for harsh water meter installation environments, such as low-lying, flooded areas, it can be installed outdoors or in water meter pipe wells. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The present invention will now be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model after removing the outer cover;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the signal conversion box of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of a section at point I;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the motor part of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the gearbox.

[0031] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0032] 1. Base watch; 2. Movement module; 201. Sensor pointer;

[0033] 3. Signal conversion box; 301. First magnetic transmission support; 302. Second magnetic transmission support;

[0034] 303. Transmission gears; 4. Electrical modules; 401. Copper enclosure;

[0035] 402. Circuit board; 403. Battery; 404. Magnetic sensor;

[0036] 405. Motor; 406. Third magnetic transmission support; 407. Pressure ring;

[0037] 408. Tempered glass; 409. Sealing ring; 5. Gearbox;

[0038] 501. Fourth magnetic transmission support; 502. Reduction gear; 503. Sector gear;

[0039] 504 stainless steel, fixed bracket; 6. valve stem; 7. magnet;

[0040] 8. Outer cover. Detailed Implementation

[0041] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0042] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0043] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0044] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0045] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0046] Please see Figures 1 to 6As shown, a wet valve-controlled water meter includes a base meter 1, a signal conversion box 3, an electrical module 4, a gearbox 5, and a valve stem 6, wherein:

[0047] The base meter 1 is provided with a mechanism module 2 at the top, the two ends of the signal conversion box 3 are respectively located at the top of the mechanism module 2 and the electrical module 4, and the reduction gearbox 5 is located at the bottom of the electrical module 4 and is penetrated by the valve stem 6;

[0048] The mechanism module 2 is equipped with a sensor pointer 201, and the signal conversion box 3 is equipped with a first magnetic transmission bracket 301 and a second magnetic transmission bracket 302. The first magnetic transmission bracket 301 drives the second magnetic transmission bracket 302 to rotate through several transmission gears. The first magnetic transmission bracket 301 is located on the top of the mechanism module 2 and corresponds to the sensor pointer 201.

[0049] The electrical module 4 includes a copper cover 401, inside which are a circuit board 402, a battery 403 and a motor 405 that are electrically connected to each other. A magnetic sensor 404 is provided on the circuit board 402. The second magnetic transmission support 302 is located at the top of the electrical module 4 and corresponds to the magnetic sensor 404. The output shaft of the motor 405 is located at the bottom and is fixed with a third magnetic transmission support 406.

[0050] The gearbox 5 is equipped with a fourth magnetic transmission support 501 corresponding to the third magnetic transmission support 406. The fourth magnetic transmission support 501 drives the valve stem 6 to rotate through a number of reduction gears 502.

[0051] Each of the first magnetic transmission support 301, the second magnetic transmission support 302, the third magnetic transmission support 406 and the fourth magnetic transmission support 501 is provided with at least one magnet 7.

[0052] The operating principle of the above technical solution is as follows:

[0053] The movement module 2 of the base meter 1 drives the sensing pointer 201 to rotate. The sensing pointer 201 drives the first magnetic transmission support 301 to rotate through magnetic force. The first magnetic transmission support 301 drives the second magnetic transmission support 302 to rotate through several transmission gears. The circuit board 402 is equipped with a magnetic sensor 404 to sense the number of rotations of the second magnetic transmission support 302, thereby converting the physical reading of the base meter 1 into an electronic reading.

[0054] When the reading exceeds the set value, the circuit board 402 starts the motor 405, the motor 405 drives the third magnetic transmission support 406 to rotate, the third magnetic transmission support 406 drives the fourth magnetic transmission support 501 to rotate through magnetic force, and the fourth magnetic transmission support 501 drives the valve stem 6 to rotate through several reduction gears 502, thereby closing the valve.

[0055] When a user recharges, circuit board 402 starts motor 405, which drives the third magnetic transmission support 406 to rotate. The third magnetic transmission support 406 drives the fourth magnetic transmission support 501 to rotate through magnetic force. The fourth magnetic transmission support 501 drives the valve stem 6 to rotate through several reduction gears 502, thereby opening the valve.

[0056] Preferably, the circuit board 402 is equipped with a remote transmission module, thereby realizing remote control of the water meter.

[0057] Through the above technical solutions, the electrical module 4 is located on one side of the core module 2, rather than on top, thereby reducing the overall height of the water meter and expanding its installation range. Simultaneously, the electrical module 4 does not obstruct the core module 2, facilitating optimization of its internal structure, such as increasing battery capacity or improving circuit board heat dissipation. Furthermore, the separate design of the signal conversion box 3 and the electrical module 4 facilitates future maintenance.

[0058] It is worth mentioning that, to ensure the waterproof performance of the electrical module 4, a tempered glass 408 is embedded in the top of the copper cover 401, and a sealing ring 409 is provided between the tempered glass 408 and the copper cover 401, preferably made of EPDM material. By utilizing the copper cover 401, tempered glass 408, and sealing ring 409, which have low water permeability, moisture is effectively prevented from seeping into the electrical module 4 after long-term use.

[0059] It is understood that the gearbox 5 extends outward to form a fixed bracket 504. The bottom of the fixed bracket 504 is connected to the base meter 1 by screws, and the top is connected to the outer cover 8 by screws. The outer cover 8 encloses the core module 2, signal conversion box 3, electrical module 4 and gearbox 5, and each screw has an anti-disassembly plug on its outer end, thereby improving the physical protection performance of the water meter.

[0060] It should be noted that, in order to ensure the sturdiness of each component, the signal conversion box 3 is fixed inside the outer cover 8, and the outer side of the copper cover 401 is wrapped by a pressure ring 407, which is fixed inside the outer cover 8.

[0061] It should be added that among the reduction gears 502 is a sector gear 503, which is fixed to the top of the valve stem 6, thereby limiting the rotation angle of the valve stem 6.

[0062] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not constitute any limitation on the technical scope of the present utility model. Therefore, any minor modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A wet valve-controlled water meter, comprising a base meter (1), wherein a movement module (2) is provided on the top of the base meter (1), characterized in that: It also includes a signal conversion box (3), an electrical module (4), a gearbox (5) and a valve stem, wherein the two ends of the signal conversion box (3) are located at the top of the mechanism module (2) and the electrical module (4) respectively, and the gearbox (5) is located at the bottom of the electrical module (4) and is penetrated by the valve stem (6); The mechanism module (2) is equipped with a sensing pointer (201), and the signal conversion box (3) is equipped with a first magnetic transmission bracket (301) and a second magnetic transmission bracket (302). The first magnetic transmission bracket (301) drives the second magnetic transmission bracket (302) to rotate through several transmission gears. The first magnetic transmission bracket (301) is located on the top of the mechanism module (2) and corresponds to the sensing pointer (201). The electrical module (4) includes a copper cover (401), inside which are a circuit board (402), a battery (403) and a motor (405) that are electrically connected to each other. A magnetic sensor (404) is provided on the circuit board (402). A second magnetic transmission bracket (302) is located at the top of the electrical module (4) and corresponds to the magnetic sensor (404). The output shaft of the motor (405) is located at the bottom and is fixed with a third magnetic transmission bracket (406). The gearbox (5) is equipped with a fourth magnetic transmission bracket (501) corresponding to the third magnetic transmission bracket (406). The fourth magnetic transmission bracket (501) drives the valve stem (6) to rotate through a number of reduction gears (502). The first magnetic transmission support (301), the second magnetic transmission support (302), the third magnetic transmission support (406) and the fourth magnetic transmission support (501) are each provided with at least one magnet (7).

2. The wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The copper cover (401) is fitted with tempered glass (408) at the top, and a sealing ring (409) is provided between the tempered glass (408) and the copper cover (401).

3. The wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sealing ring (409) is made of EPDM.

4. The wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gearbox (5) extends outward to form a fixed bracket (504). The bottom of the fixed bracket (504) is connected to the base (1) by screws, and the top is connected to the outer cover (8) by screws. The outer cover (8) encloses the core module (2), signal conversion box (3), electrical module (4) and gearbox (5).

5. A wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 4, characterized in that: The signal conversion box (3) is fixed inside the outer cover (8).

6. A wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer side of the copper cover (401) is wrapped by a pressure ring (407), which is fixed inside the outer cover (8).

7. A wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 4, characterized in that: The screw has an anti-disassembly plug at its outer end.

8. A wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: Among the reduction gears (502) is a sector gear (503) which is fixed to the top of the valve stem (6).

9. A wet valve-controlled water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The circuit board (402) is equipped with a remote transmission module.

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