Ammeter with adjustable mounting structure

By setting an adjustable installation structure on the electricity meter and using a combination of arc-shaped plates and airbags, the problem of reduced contact area of ​​chain pole clamps was solved, achieving stable installation of the electricity meter on the utility pole and improving safety in severe weather.

CN223842004UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27SHENZHEN SINGHANG ELEC-TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520279371.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-21
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-21

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The contact method between the chain-type pole clamp and the pole has changed from surface contact to multi-line contact, which reduces the contact area and leads to reduced installation stability. The meter is prone to falling off in severe weather, resulting in lower safety.

Method used

An electric meter with an adjustable installation structure was designed, which combines an arc plate with an air bladder. The arc plate can be formed into a ring to fit against the utility pole, and the air bladder is used to fill the gaps, increase the contact area, and enhance stability through brackets and connecting components.

Benefits of technology

This increases the contact area between the meter and the utility pole, improves installation stability, enhances the meter's stability in adverse weather conditions, and reduces the risk of it falling off.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure, and particularly relates to the technical field of electricity meters, the electricity meter comprises an electricity meter assembly, an installation assembly is arranged on the electricity meter assembly, the installation assembly comprises a locking assembly, the locking assembly comprises a plurality of arc-shaped plates, and every two adjacent arc-shaped plates are rotatably connected with each other. A connecting assembly is detachably arranged on the arc-shaped plate located at the tail end, any arc-shaped plate is matched with the connecting assembly, and a closed ring can be defined by the arc-shaped plate at the end away from the connecting assembly and the connecting assembly. By arranging the mounting assembly, the universality of the equipment can be effectively improved, the use is more flexible, the air bag is arranged on the single arc-shaped plate, so that a gap between the arc-shaped plate and the telegraph pole can be filled, the contact area between the equipment and the telegraph pole is remarkably increased, and the service life of the equipment is prolonged. Therefore, the overall stability of ammeter installation is effectively improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electricity meter technology, and more specifically, to an electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure. Background Technology

[0002] An electricity meter is an instrument used to measure electrical energy; it is also called an electricity kilowatt-hour meter or energy meter. Its core function is to record the user's electricity consumption and provide a basis for electricity billing. Common electricity meters are usually installed on building walls, but due to limitations such as location and space, many electricity meters that need to be used outdoors are installed on utility poles.

[0003] Electricity meters installed on utility poles are typically secured using pole clamps. However, utility poles come in various diameters, while pole clamps generally have fixed shapes and dimensions. Each pole size requires a specific clamp, resulting in poor versatility. Therefore, adjustable-length chain pole clamps have emerged, offering greater flexibility compared to traditional clamps consisting of two curved sections. However, because chain clamps are composed of multiple small curved plates, their surfaces cannot fully conform to the pole. Compared to traditional clamps, the contact between the chain clamp and the pole changes from surface contact to multiple line contacts (or multiple very narrow surface contacts), significantly reducing the contact area. This results in reduced installation stability, making the meter prone to detaching from the pole in harsh conditions such as strong winds, thus compromising safety. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention provides an electric meter with an adjustable installation structure. The problem to be solved is that, compared with traditional clamps, the contact method between the existing chain pole clamp and the utility pole has changed from surface contact to multiple line contact (or multiple very narrow surface contact), and the contact area has been significantly reduced. As a result, the installation stability of the chain pole clamp is significantly reduced, which in turn makes the electric meter easy to fall off the utility pole under harsh conditions such as strong winds, resulting in low safety.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure, comprising: an electricity meter assembly, an installation component on the electricity meter assembly, the installation component including a locking component, the locking component including a plurality of arc-shaped plates, two adjacent arc-shaped plates being rotatably connected to each other, a connecting component being detachably provided on the arc-shaped plate at the far end, any arc-shaped plate being adapted to the connecting component, the arc-shaped plate at the end away from the connecting component and the connecting component being able to form a closed ring around each other, and the ring locking component being adapted to the utility pole, and an airbag being provided on the side of the arc-shaped plate near the utility pole.

[0006] In a preferred embodiment, the airbag is made of an elastic material and is tightly fitted to the utility pole, with an inflation tube provided on the airbag.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, one end of the arc-shaped plate is provided with a protrusion, and the other end of the arc-shaped plate away from the protrusion is provided with a concave portion, the protrusion and the concave portion being adapted to each other.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, both the protruding part and the concave part are provided with through holes, and a connecting shaft is provided in the through holes. Positioning pins are provided at both the upper and lower ends of the connecting shaft.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the outer side of the arc-shaped plate is provided with a plurality of connection holes, which are adapted to the connection components.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the meter assembly is provided with a bracket, which is detachably connected to the arc-shaped plate.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0012] This utility model improves the versatility of the equipment and makes it more flexible to use by setting up installation components. By setting an airbag on a single arc plate, the gap between the arc plate and the utility pole can be filled, thereby significantly increasing the contact area between the equipment and the utility pole, and thus effectively improving the overall stability of the meter installation.

[0013] By utilizing the greater deformation space of the airbag, it is possible to better adapt to the utility pole, allowing for a more complete fit even on poles with a certain taper, and distributing the friction force evenly at the fit point, thereby further improving the overall stability of the meter installation. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the installation component of this utility model.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the mounting components of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the arc-shaped plate part of this utility model.

[0018] The attached figures are labeled as follows: 1. Meter assembly; 2. Mounting assembly; 21. Bracket; 22. Locking assembly; 221. Arc plate; 222. Protrusion; 223. Recess; 224. Connecting shaft; 225. Positioning pin; 226. Airbag; 227. Inflation tube; 228. Connecting hole; 3. Connecting assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the following specific embodiments are only used to further illustrate the present application and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present application. Those skilled in the art can make some non-essential improvements and adjustments to the present application based on the above application content.

[0020] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figures 1 to 4 An adjustable meter includes: a meter assembly 1, an installation assembly 2 on the meter assembly 1, the installation assembly 2 including a locking assembly 22, the locking assembly 22 including a plurality of arc plates 221, two adjacent arc plates 221 being rotatably connected to each other, a connecting assembly 3 being detachably provided on the arc plate 221 at the far end, any arc plate 221 being adapted to the connecting assembly 3, the arc plate 221 at the end away from the connecting assembly 3 and the connecting assembly 3 being able to form a closed ring around each other, and the ring locking assembly 22 being adapted to the utility pole, and an airbag 226 being provided on the side of the arc plate 221 near the utility pole.

[0021] It should be noted that the curved plate 221 is a universal component, and the quantity can be adjusted according to the actual situation with sufficient redundancy space reserved, thereby effectively improving the versatility of the equipment while reducing the operating cost of the equipment.

[0022] In this embodiment, the specific implementation scenario is as follows: based on the specifications of the utility pole to which the meter assembly 1 may be installed, a suitable locking assembly 22 is selected, and then several arc-shaped plates 221 in the locking assembly 22 are tightly fitted to the utility pole. The airbag 226 can be pre-inflated. After the locking assembly 22, formed by several arc-shaped plates 221, completely wraps around the utility pole, the excess arc-shaped plates 221 pass through the connecting assembly 3 and are fixed by bolts, pins, or other devices with similar functions known to those skilled in the art, thereby completing the installation of the meter assembly 1.

[0023] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figure 2 and Figure 4 In this embodiment, the airbag 226 is made of elastic material and is tightly fitted to the utility pole. An inflation tube 227 is provided on the airbag 226.

[0024] It should be noted that the airbag 226 may be made of rubber or other materials with similar functions known to those skilled in the art;

[0025] Furthermore, the side of the airbag 226 that is in contact with the utility pole can be roughened, and the installation position of the inflation tube 227 can be adjusted according to the actual situation.

[0026] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figure 2 and Figure 4 In this embodiment, one end of the arc plate 221 is provided with a protrusion 222, and the other end of the arc plate 221 away from the protrusion 222 is provided with a concave portion 223, and the protrusion 222 and the concave portion 223 are adapted to each other.

[0027] It should be noted that there is sufficient redundant space between the protrusion 222 and the concave part 223, so that there will be no interference when rotating.

[0028] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figure 2 and Figure 4 In this embodiment, both the protruding part 222 and the concave part 223 are provided with through holes, and a connecting shaft 224 is provided in the through holes. Positioning pins 225 are provided at both the upper and lower ends of the connecting shaft 224.

[0029] It should be noted that the positioning pins 225 can be connected to each other by rubber bands, ropes or other devices with similar functions known to those skilled in the art, so as to fix the movable arc plate 221 passing through the connecting assembly 3.

[0030] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figure 1 and Figure 2 In this embodiment, the outer side of the arc plate 221 is provided with a plurality of connection holes 228, which are adapted to the connection component 3.

[0031] It should be noted that the array of several 228 connection holes can improve the overall installation accuracy of the mounting components, thereby further improving the versatility of the equipment.

[0032] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figure 1 and Figure 3 In this embodiment, the meter assembly 1 is provided with a bracket 21, which is detachably connected to the arc plate 221.

[0033] It should be noted that multiple connecting parts can be provided between the bracket 21 and the arc plate 221 to improve the overall stability of the equipment. This is a well-known technical knowledge among those skilled in the art, and will not be described in detail in this utility model.

[0034] The embodiments described above are merely examples of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An electricity meter with an adjustable mounting structure, comprising: The meter assembly (1) is characterized in that an installation assembly (2) is provided on the meter assembly (1), the installation assembly (2) includes a locking assembly (22), the locking assembly (22) includes a plurality of arc plates (221), two adjacent arc plates (221) are rotatably connected to each other, a connecting assembly (3) is detachably provided on the arc plate (221) at the end, any arc plate (221) is adapted to the connecting assembly (3), the arc plate (221) away from the connecting assembly (3) and the connecting assembly (3) can surround each other to form a closed ring, and the ring locking assembly (22) is adapted to the utility pole, and an airbag (226) is provided on the side of the arc plate (221) near the utility pole.

2. The electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The airbag (226) is made of elastic material and is tightly fitted to the utility pole. An inflation tube (227) is provided on the airbag (226).

3. The electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, One end of the arc plate (221) is provided with a protrusion (222), and the end of the arc plate (221) away from the protrusion (222) is provided with a concave portion (223), and the protrusion (222) and the concave portion (223) are adapted to each other.

4. The electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, Both the protruding part (222) and the concave part (223) are provided with through holes, and a connecting shaft (224) is provided in the through holes. Both the upper and lower ends of the connecting shaft (224) are provided with positioning pins (225).

5. An electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The outer side of the arc plate (221) is provided with a plurality of connecting holes (228), which are adapted to the connecting components (3).

6. An electricity meter with an adjustable installation structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The meter assembly (1) is provided with a bracket (21), which is detachably connected to the arc plate (221).