Flow stabilization and scale inhibition type ultrasonic heat meter

By introducing a flow stabilizing and scale-inhibiting component into the ultrasonic heat meter, and using inclined baffles to slow down the water flow and filter impurities through a metal mesh layer, a sponge layer, and an activated carbon adsorption layer, the problem of decreased metering accuracy caused by scaling in the ultrasonic heat meter is solved, achieving higher metering accuracy and extended service life.

CN224136761UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17河北远江仪器仪表科技有限公司
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
河北远江仪器仪表科技有限公司
Filing Date
2025-05-13
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

Under prolonged high-temperature application, ultrasonic heat meters experience severe corrosion and scaling on the inner wall of the pipe through which hot water flows, especially near the pipe wall and orifice edge on the side of the transducer at the inlet end, the transducer at the outlet end, and the temperature sensor at the inlet end, which are opposite to the direction of water flow. This leads to a decrease in metering accuracy and irregular inner diameter, thus affecting the metering accuracy.

Method used

A flow-stabilizing and scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter was designed, comprising a flow-stabilizing component and a scale-inhibiting component. The flow-stabilizing component slows down the water flow speed through the inlet bend and the inclined baffle design on its inner wall. The scale-inhibiting component filters and adsorbs impurities and harmful substances in the water step by step through a filter metal mesh layer, a filter sponge layer and an activated carbon adsorption layer to prevent scaling and corrosion.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents deposit adhesion and scaling caused by eddies, improves metering accuracy, extends service life, reduces maintenance costs, and improves equipment maintenance efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of heat supply metering, and discloses a flow stabilization and scale inhibition type ultrasonic heat meter which comprises a flow stabilization assembly, a sealing cover is movably installed on the right side wall face of the flow stabilization assembly, the flow stabilization assembly and the scale inhibition assembly are arranged, flow stabilization and scale inhibition treatment can be effectively carried out on water flow entering an ultrasonic heat meter body, and the heat supply efficiency is improved. A water inlet bent pipe in the flow stabilizing assembly and an inclined baffle plate on the inner wall of the water inlet bent pipe are designed, so that the water flow speed can be slowed down, the generation of vortexes is reduced, the water flow is more stable, and the problems of sediment bonding and scaling caused by the vortexes are avoided; according to the ultrasonic heat meter, impurities, particles and harmful substances in water can be filtered and adsorbed step by step, scaling and corrosion are further prevented, the metering precision of the ultrasonic heat meter is improved, the service life of the ultrasonic heat meter is prolonged, the maintenance cost is reduced, and the ultrasonic heat meter has remarkable economic and social benefits.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of heat metering technology, and in particular to a steady-flow, scale-resistant ultrasonic heat meter. Background Technology

[0002] With the promotion of national heating metering reform, ultrasonic heat meters have been widely promoted and applied due to their advantages such as high metering accuracy, convenient maintenance, no mechanical parts, and resistance to damage. This type of ultrasonic heat meter includes a hot water flow pipe, an inlet transducer, an outlet transducer, an inlet temperature sensor, and an integrator. The front wall of the hot water flow pipe has inclined mounting holes for the inlet and outlet transducers, which are respectively inserted into these holes. The integrator is mounted on the upper wall of the hot water flow pipe via a bracket and connected to the inlet and outlet transducers. The upper wall of the hot water inlet end of the hot water flow pipe has a mounting hole for the inlet temperature sensor, which is inserted into this hole.

[0003] With prolonged high-temperature use during the heating season, corrosion and scaling on the inner wall of the hot water flow pipe in ultrasonic heat meters become increasingly severe. This is especially true near the pipe wall and orifice edges on the side of the transducer at the inlet and outlet ends, and near the inlet temperature sensor, which are facing away from the water flow direction. Due to the presence of eddies, deposits are more easily adhered, leading to severe scaling. This severe scaling not only alters the inner diameter of the hot water flow pipe but also causes irregularities in its inner diameter, naturally and seriously affecting the metering accuracy of the ultrasonic heat meter.

[0004] Therefore, we propose a steady-flow, scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter. Utility Model Content

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the technical problems existing in the prior art and provide a steady-flow and scale-resistant ultrasonic heat meter.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a flow-stabilizing and scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter, comprising a flow-stabilizing component, a sealing cover movably installed on the right side wall of the flow-stabilizing component, a filter cylinder threadedly connected to the outer right side of the sealing cover, a scale-inhibiting component provided on the inner wall of the filter cylinder, a connecting pipe fixedly installed on the right side wall of the filter cylinder, an ultrasonic heat meter body fixedly installed on the right side wall of the connecting pipe, and a water outlet pipe fixedly installed on the right side wall of the ultrasonic heat meter body. The flow-stabilizing component includes a water inlet bend, and the right side wall of the water inlet bend is movably connected to the left side wall of the sealing cover. The scale-inhibiting component includes a filter metal mesh layer, and the outer wall of the filter metal mesh layer is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder.

[0007] Preferably, multiple inclined baffles are evenly fixed to the inner wall of the water inlet bend.

[0008] Preferably, a filter sponge layer is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the filter metal mesh layer.

[0009] Preferably, the outer wall of the filter sponge layer is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder.

[0010] Preferably, an activated carbon adsorption layer is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the filter sponge layer.

[0011] Preferably, the outer wall of the activated carbon adsorption layer is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cartridge.

[0012] This invention provides a steady-flow, scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter. It has the following beneficial effects:

[0013] 1. This type of flow-stabilizing and scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter, by incorporating a flow-stabilizing component and a scale-inhibiting component, effectively stabilizes the water flow entering the ultrasonic heat meter body and inhibits scale formation. The inlet bend and its inclined baffle design in the flow-stabilizing component slow down the water flow velocity, reduce eddy current generation, and make the water flow more stable, avoiding the problems of sediment adhesion and scale formation caused by eddy currents. The filter metal mesh layer, filter sponge layer, and activated carbon adsorption layer in the scale-inhibiting component can filter and adsorb impurities, particulate matter, and harmful substances in the water step by step, further preventing scale formation and corrosion. This not only improves the metering accuracy of the ultrasonic heat meter but also extends its service life and reduces maintenance costs, resulting in significant economic and social benefits.

[0014] 2. This type of steady flow and scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter, with its sealing cover, allows for easy inspection or replacement of the scale-inhibiting components inside the filter cartridge, effectively preventing water leakage and ensuring the normal operation of the equipment. At the same time, the threaded connection design between the sealing cover and the filter cartridge makes disassembly and installation more convenient, improving the maintenance efficiency of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall front structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the internal structure of the current stabilizing component of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a front structural diagram of the scale inhibitor component of this utility model.

[0018] Legend: 10. Flow stabilizing component; 11. Sealing cover; 12. Filter cartridge; 13. Scale inhibition component; 14. Connecting pipe; 15. Ultrasonic heat meter body; 16. Water outlet pipe; 17. Water inlet bend; 18. Inclined baffle; 19. Filter metal mesh layer; 20. Filter sponge layer; 21. Activated carbon adsorption layer. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art can derive other embodiments based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0020] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc. illustrated in this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed herein, and are not intended to limit the implementation conditions of this utility model. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and objectives that this utility model can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model.

[0021] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0022] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," and "side," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the utility model product is in use. 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. In addition, the terms "first," "second," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] Example 1: A steady-flow, scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the device includes a flow stabilizing component 10. A sealing cover 11 is movably installed on the right side wall of the flow stabilizing component 10. A filter cylinder 12 is threadedly connected to the right side of the outer wall of the sealing cover 11. A scale inhibitor component 13 is provided on the inner wall of the filter cylinder 12. A connecting pipe 14 is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the filter cylinder 12. An ultrasonic heat meter body 15 is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the connecting pipe 14. A water outlet pipe 16 is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the ultrasonic heat meter body 15. By setting the flow stabilizing component 10 and the scale inhibitor component 13, the water flow entering the ultrasonic heat meter body 15 can be effectively stabilized and scale inhibited. The design of the inlet bend 17 and the inclined baffle 18 on the inner wall of the flow component 10 can slow down the water flow speed, reduce the generation of eddies, and make the water flow more stable, avoiding the problems of sediment adhesion and scaling caused by eddies. The filter metal mesh layer 19, filter sponge layer 20 and activated carbon adsorption layer 21 in the scale inhibition component 13 can filter and adsorb impurities, particulate matter and harmful substances in the water step by step, further preventing scaling and corrosion. This not only improves the metering accuracy of the ultrasonic heat meter, but also extends its service life and reduces maintenance costs, resulting in significant economic and social benefits.

[0026] Example 2: Based on Example 1, as follows Figure 2As shown, the flow stabilizing component 10 includes an inlet bend 17, and the right side wall of the inlet bend 17 is movably connected to the left side wall of the sealing cover 11. Multiple inclined baffles 18 are evenly fixed on the inner wall of the inlet bend 17. By setting the sealing cover 11, it is convenient to inspect or replace the scale inhibitor component 13 inside the filter cartridge 12, effectively preventing water leakage and ensuring the normal operation of the equipment. At the same time, the threaded connection design between the sealing cover 11 and the filter cartridge 12 makes disassembly and installation more convenient and improves the maintenance efficiency of the equipment.

[0027] Example 3: Based on Examples 1 and 2, as follows... Figure 3 As shown, the scale inhibition assembly 13 includes a filter metal mesh layer 19, and the outer wall of the filter metal mesh layer 19 is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder 12. A filter sponge layer 20 is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the filter metal mesh layer 19, and the outer wall of the filter sponge layer 20 is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder 12. An activated carbon adsorption layer 21 is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the filter sponge layer 20, and the outer wall of the activated carbon adsorption layer 21 is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder 12.

[0028] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: When hot water flows through the inlet bend 17, the inclined baffle 18 creates a vortex during the flow. The presence of the vortex reduces the direct impact of the water flow, thus achieving a stable flow effect. Simultaneously, the vortex promotes impurities and particles in the water to move closer to the pipe wall under centrifugal force, facilitating subsequent filtration. The water then enters the filter cylinder 12, first passing through the filter metal mesh layer 19, which blocks larger impurities and particles, protecting subsequent filter layers from clogging. Next, the water passes through the filter sponge layer 20, which has a fine pore structure to further remove tiny particles and suspended solids. Finally, the water passes through the activated carbon adsorption layer 21, which utilizes the adsorption properties of activated carbon to remove organic matter, residual chlorine, and other harmful substances from the water, improving water quality. After treatment by the scale inhibitor component 13, the water becomes cleaner and more stable before entering the ultrasonic heat meter body 15 for heat measurement. Due to the improved stability of the water flow and the enhanced water quality, the metering accuracy of the ultrasonic heat meter body 15 is significantly improved, while errors caused by scaling are reduced. Finally, the metered water flows out from the outlet pipe 16, completing the entire heating metering process. This flow-stabilizing and scale-inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter, through the combined use of flow-stabilizing and scale-inhibiting components, achieves both flow stabilization and scale inhibition for hot water supply, improving the metering accuracy and service life of the ultrasonic heat meter, and has broad application prospects.

[0029] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A steady flow, scale inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter comprising a steady flow assembly (10), characterized by: A sealing cover (11) is movably installed on the right side wall of the flow stabilizing component (10). A filter cylinder (12) is threadedly connected to the right side of the outer wall of the sealing cover (11). A scale inhibitor component (13) is provided on the inner wall of the filter cylinder (12). A connecting pipe (14) is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the filter cylinder (12). An ultrasonic heat meter body (15) is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the connecting pipe (14). A water outlet pipe (16) is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the ultrasonic heat meter body (15). The flow stabilizing component (10) includes an inlet bend (17), and the right side wall of the inlet bend (17) is movably connected to the left side wall of the sealing cover (11). The scale inhibitor component (13) includes a filter metal mesh layer (19), and the outer wall of the filter metal mesh layer (19) is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder (12).

2. The steady flow, scale inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter of claim 1, wherein: Multiple inclined baffles (18) are evenly fixed to the inner wall of the water inlet bend (17).

3. The steady flow, scale inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter of claim 1, wherein: A filter sponge layer (20) is fixedly installed on the right wall of the filter metal mesh layer (19).

4. The steady flow, scale inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter of claim 3, wherein: The outer wall of the filter sponge layer (20) is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder (12).

5. The steady flow, scale inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter of claim 3, wherein: An activated carbon adsorption layer (21) is fixedly installed on the right wall of the filter sponge layer (20).

6. The steady flow, scale inhibiting ultrasonic heat meter of claim 5, wherein: The outer wall of the activated carbon adsorption layer (21) is movably connected to the inner wall of the filter cylinder (12).