Anti-blocking water level gauge probe

By designing a protective cover and telescopic protective components on the steel tape level gauge probe, the problem of the probe being stuck by the flange during use was solved, thus maintaining the vertical position of the probe and protecting the connection points.

CN223741691UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-30CENT FOR HYDROGEOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY CGS
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Application Number
CN202520049090.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-09
Publication Date
2025-12-30
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-09

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Technical Problem

During use, the measuring probe of a steel ruler water level gauge is prone to deformation and getting stuck on the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well, making it impossible to maintain a vertical position.

Method used

An anti-jamming water level gauge probe was designed, which uses a protective cover and telescopic protective components to be fitted on the outside of the steel ruler cable. It includes a multi-layer tube body and connecting rod structure, and uses elastic rubber filler to protect the steel ruler cable, ensuring that the probe body remains vertical and preventing jamming.

Benefits of technology

This effectively prevents the probe body from being stuck by the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well during movement, maintaining the probe's vertical position and avoiding deformation and jamming at the connection.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an anti-blocking water level gauge probe, which belongs to the field of water level measuring devices and comprises a probe body, a protective cover is arranged at the end of the probe body, a telescopic protective component is arranged at the upper end of the protective cover, and the telescopic protective component is arranged on the outer side of a steel ruler cable. According to the utility model, the end part of the probe body is connected with the protective cover, the upper end of the protective cover is connected with the telescopic protective assembly, and the telescopic protective assembly is sleeved on the outer side of the steel rule cable, so that the joint is positioned inside the telescopic protective assembly, the probe body is in a vertical state, and the steel rule cable cannot deform at the joint; the joint of the steel ruler cable and the probe body is protected through the telescopic protection assembly, the telescopic protection assembly penetrates through the flange plate in the moving process of the probe body, and the joint is prevented from being clamped by the flange plate at the position of a pump pipe connector in a motor-pumped well.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water level measuring devices, and in particular to an anti-jamming water level gauge probe. Background Technology

[0002] Steel tape level gauges are commonly used to measure water levels in wells, boreholes, and water level pipes, and are particularly suitable for groundwater level observation in hydropower projects or for manual inspection of the seepage line of earth-rock dams. Steel tape level gauges can be used during construction as well as for long-term safety monitoring of projects. In actual use, due to the weight of the measuring probe and the thinness of the steel tape, deformation can easily occur. During the raising and lowering of the measuring probe, the connection between the steel tape and the measuring probe is prone to deformation, making it impossible for the measuring probe to remain vertical. The contact area between the steel tape and the measuring probe is most easily jammed by the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an anti-jamming water level gauge probe, which solves the problem that the contact part between the steel ruler and the measuring probe of the steel ruler water level gauge is most easily jammed by the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well during use.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] This utility model discloses an anti-jamming water level gauge probe, comprising a probe body, a protective cover at one end of the probe body, and a telescopic protective component at the upper end of the protective cover, the telescopic protective component being disposed outside a steel ruler cable; the telescopic protective component comprising a first tube, one end of the first tube being connected to the protective cover, a second tube at the other end of the first tube, and a third tube at the other end of the second tube, the second tube extending from the first tube and being positioned by a first connecting rod, and the third tube extending from the second tube and being positioned by a second connecting rod.

[0006] Furthermore, the probe body is configured as a spindle shape.

[0007] Furthermore, the outer diameter of the second tube is smaller than the inner diameter of the first tube, and the outer diameter of the third tube is smaller than the inner diameter of the second tube.

[0008] Furthermore, the first tube body has a first connecting lug on its top outer wall, the second tube body has a connecting ring on its top outer wall, the connecting ring has a second connecting lug, the first connecting lug and the second connecting lug have a first mounting hole that matches the first connecting rod, and the upper and lower ends of the first connecting rod pass through the first mounting hole and are locked in place by nuts; the third tube body has a fourth connecting lug on its top outer wall, the connecting ring has a third connecting lug, the third connecting lug and the fourth connecting lug have a second mounting hole that matches the second connecting rod, and the upper and lower ends of the second connecting rod pass through the second mounting hole and are locked in place by nuts.

[0009] Furthermore, the number of the first connecting ear and the second connecting ear are both set to two, and the positions of the first connecting ear and the second connecting ear are corresponding; the number of the third connecting ear and the fourth connecting ear are both set to two, and the positions of the third connecting ear and the fourth connecting ear are corresponding.

[0010] Furthermore, the interior of the third tube is filled with a filler, and the center of the filler has a through hole that matches the steel ruler cable.

[0011] Furthermore, the filler is made of elastic rubber.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial technical effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0013] This invention features a protective cover connected to the end of the probe body, with a telescopic protective component connected to the upper end of the protective cover. The telescopic protective component is fitted over the outside of the steel tape cable, so that the connection point is located inside the telescopic protective component, keeping the probe body in a vertical position. The steel tape cable will not deform at the connection point. The telescopic protective component protects the connection point between the steel tape cable and the probe body. During the movement of the probe body, the telescopic protective component passes through the flange to prevent the connection point from being jammed by the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well. Attached Figure Description

[0014] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0015] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the anti-jamming water level gauge probe of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a front view of the anti-jamming water level gauge probe of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a rear view of the anti-jamming water level gauge probe of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 4This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the telescopic protective component of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a top view of the telescopic protective component of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A cross-sectional view along the AA direction;

[0021] Figure 7 for Figure 5 A cross-sectional view along the BB direction.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Bracket; 2. Winding reel; 3. Steel ruler cable; 4. Probe body; 5. Fixing tube; 6. Telescopic protective assembly; 6-1. First tube body; 6-2. Second tube body; 6-3. Third tube body; 6-4. First connecting ear; 6-5. Connecting ring; 6-5-1. Second connecting ear; 6-5-2. Third connecting ear; 6-6. Fourth connecting ear; 6-7. First connecting rod; 6-8. Second connecting rod; 7. Protective cover; 8. Filler; 8-1. Through hole. Detailed Implementation

[0023] like Figure 1-7 As shown, an anti-jamming water level gauge probe includes a probe body 4, with a protective cover 7 connected to the end of the probe body 4. A telescopic protective component 6 is connected to the upper end of the protective cover 7. The telescopic protective component 6 is sleeved on the outside of the steel tape cable 3. The telescopic protective component 6 protects the connection between the steel tape cable 3 and the probe body 4, preventing it from being jammed by the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well.

[0024] The probe body 4 is designed in a spindle shape, with pointed ends and a thicker middle. The shape of the probe body 4 has been redesigned. This spindle shape is conducive to the probe body 4 passing through the center of the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well. The internal structure of the probe body 4 is still designed using technology, and its specific structure will not be described in detail here.

[0025] like Figure 4-7 As shown, the telescopic protective assembly 6 includes a first tube 6-1, one end of which is connected to the protective cover 7. A second tube 6-2 is provided at the other end of the first tube 6-1, and a third tube 6-3 is provided at the other end of the second tube 6-2. The second tube 6-2 extends out of the first tube 6-1 and is positioned by a first connecting rod 6-7. The third tube 6-3 extends out of the second tube 6-2 and is positioned by a second connecting rod 6-8.

[0026] The outer diameter of the second tube 6-2 is smaller than the inner diameter of the first tube 6-1, and the outer diameter of the third tube 6-3 is smaller than the inner diameter of the second tube 6-2.

[0027] Two first connecting ears 6-4 are symmetrically connected to the top outer wall of the first tube body 6-1. A connecting ring 6-5 is connected to the top outer wall of the second tube body 6-2. Two second connecting ears 6-5-1 are symmetrically connected to the connecting ring 6-5, and the positions of the first connecting ears 6-4 and the second connecting ears 6-5-1 correspond to each other. The first connecting ears 6-4 and the second connecting ears 6-5-1 are provided with first mounting holes that match the first connecting rod 6-7. The upper and lower ends of the first connecting rod 6-7 pass through the first mounting holes and are locked in place by nuts. Two fourth connecting ears 6-6 are symmetrically connected to the top outer wall of the third tube body 6-3. Two third connecting ears 6-5-2 are symmetrically connected to the connecting ring 6-5, and the positions of the third connecting ears 6-5-2 and the fourth connecting ears 6-6 correspond to each other. The third connecting ears 6-5-2 and the fourth connecting ears 6-6 are provided with second mounting holes that match the second connecting rod 6-8. The upper and lower ends of the second connecting rod 6-8 pass through the second mounting holes and are locked in place by nuts.

[0028] In use, the second tube 6-2 extends from the first tube 6-1. The upper and lower ends of the first connecting rod 6-7 are inserted into the first mounting holes on the second connecting ear 6-5-1 and the first connecting ear 6-4, respectively. The nut is tightened at the end of the first connecting rod 6-7 to lock its position, thus keeping the second tube 6-2 extended. After the third tube 6-3 extends from the second tube 6-2, the upper and lower ends of the second connecting rod 6-8 are inserted into the second mounting holes on the fourth connecting ear 6-6 and the third connecting ear 6-5-2, respectively. The nut is tightened at the end of the second connecting rod 6-8 to lock its position, thus keeping the third tube 6-3 extended. This allows the telescopic protective assembly 6 to fully unfold, protecting the connection between the steel ruler cable 3 and the probe body 4, preventing the probe body 4 from being jammed by the flange at the pump pipe joint in the well during movement.

[0029] The third tube 6-3 is equipped with a filler 8 inside. The center of the filler 8 has a through hole 8-1 that matches the steel ruler cable 3. The filler 8 is made of elastic rubber, which wraps around the steel ruler cable 3 to protect it.

[0030] The steel ruler water level gauge includes a bracket 1, on which a winding reel 2 is rotatably mounted. A steel ruler cable 3 is wound on the winding reel 2. The end of the steel ruler cable 3 is fitted with the probe body 4. A fixing tube 5 is installed on the rear side of the bracket 1. When not in use, the probe body 4 is inserted into the fixing tube 5 to protect the probe body 4.

[0031] The working principle of the steel ruler water level gauge is that when the water resistance contact point of the probe body 4 comes into contact with the water surface, it connects to the receiving system, thereby triggering the sounder to emit a buzzer or illuminating an indicator light to determine the water level position. Its probe body 4, steel ruler cable 3, sounder, and peak indicator are all existing technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0032] The usage process of this utility model is as follows:

[0033] Preparation: Before starting the measurement, it is necessary to ensure that all functions of the steel ruler water level gauge are normal; this includes checking the cleanliness and integrity of the steel ruler, and whether the scale on the dial is clearly legible; at the same time, a stable working environment should be selected to avoid the influence of surface vibration or liquid fluctuation.

[0034] Assemble the instrument: Fully unfold the telescopic protective component 6 to protect the connection between the steel ruler cable 3 and the probe body 4. Place the probe body 4 into the water level pipe, hold the steel ruler cable 3, and slowly move the probe body 4 downwards.

[0035] Turn on the power: Before measurement, loosen the locking screw behind the winding reel 2, allow the winding reel 2 to rotate freely, and then press the power button to light up the power indicator light.

[0036] Place the probe: Put the probe body 4 into the water level pipe, hold the steel ruler cable 3, and slowly move the probe body 4 downward.

[0037] Locating the water level: When the contact point of the probe body 4 touches the water surface, the receiver system's speaker will emit a continuous beeping sound. At this time, the steel ruler cable 3 should be slowly retracted or extended to carefully locate the exact position of the sound or indication moment and then read the depth of that point from the orifice.

[0038] Reading data: The accuracy of the reading depends on timely judgment of the starting position of the buzzer or indicator. The precision of the measurement is related to the operator's proficiency, so repeated practice and operation are necessary.

[0039] Turn off the power: After the measurement is completed, the power switch should be turned off immediately to save power.

[0040] Cleaning and storage: After measurement, the probe body 4 and steel ruler cable 3 must be wiped clean, and the steel ruler cable 3 should be neatly wound on the winding spool 2 and then placed in the cabinet.

[0041] The embodiments described above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of the present utility model. Various modifications and improvements made to the technical solutions of the present utility model by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the present utility model should fall within the protection scope defined by the claims of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A freeze-proof water level gauge probe, characterized by: The probe body (4) is provided with a protective cover (7) at the end thereof, and the upper end of the protective cover (7) is provided with a telescopic protection assembly (6) arranged outside the steel ruler cable (3); the telescopic protection assembly (6) comprises a first tube body (6-1) connected with the protective cover (7) at one end thereof, and the other end of the first tube body (6-1) is provided with a second tube body (6-2), and the other end of the second tube body (6-2) is provided with a third tube body (6-3), and the second tube body (6-2) is positioned by a first connecting rod (6-7) after being extended from the first tube body (6-1), and the third tube body (6-3) is positioned by a second connecting rod (6-8) after being extended from the second tube body (6-2).

2. The anti-jamming level probe of claim 1, wherein: The probe body (4) is provided in a spindle shape.

3. The anti-jamming level probe of claim 1, wherein: The outer diameter of the second tube body (6-2) is smaller than the inner diameter of the first tube body (6-1), and the outer diameter of the third tube body (6-3) is smaller than the inner diameter of the second tube body (6-2).

4. The anti-jamming level probe of claim 1, wherein: A first connecting lug (6-4) is arranged on the top outer wall of the first tube body (6-1), a connecting ring (6-5) is arranged on the top outer wall of the second tube body (6-2), a second connecting lug (6-5-1) is arranged on the connecting ring (6-5), first mounting holes matched with the first connecting rod (6-7) are arranged on the first connecting lug (6-4) and the second connecting lug (6-5-1), and the upper and lower ends of the first connecting rod (6-7) are locked and positioned by nuts after penetrating through the first mounting holes; a fourth connecting lug (6-6) is arranged on the top outer wall of the third tube body (6-3), a third connecting lug (6-5-2) is arranged on the connecting ring (6-5), and second mounting holes matched with the second connecting rod (6-8) are arranged on the third connecting lug (6-5-2) and the fourth connecting lug (6-6), and the upper and lower ends of the second connecting rod (6-8) are locked and positioned by nuts after penetrating through the second mounting holes.

5. The anti-jamming level probe of claim 4, wherein: The number of the first connecting lug (6-4) and the second connecting lug (6-5-1) is both two, and the positions of the first connecting lug (6-4) and the second connecting lug (6-5-1) correspond to each other; the number of the third connecting lug (6-5-2) and the fourth connecting lug (6-6) is both two, and the positions of the third connecting lug (6-5-2) and the fourth connecting lug (6-6) correspond to each other.

6. The anti-jamming level probe of claim 1, wherein: The inside of the third tube body (6-3) is provided with a filler (8), and the center of the filler (8) is provided with a through hole (8-1) matched with the steel ruler cable (3).

7. The anti-jamming level probe of claim 6, wherein: The filler (8) is provided in an elastic rubber.