Pipeline network balance valve
By designing mounting bases, threaded rods, and limiting mechanisms, the pipeline network balancing valve solves the problem of inconvenient installation, achieves quick and stable connection, and is suitable for narrow or complex pipeline layouts.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANDONG NAIVECO AUTOMATIC CONTROL TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-21
AI Technical Summary
Pipeline network balancing valves are inconvenient to connect to pipelines during installation, especially in narrow spaces or complex pipeline layouts, resulting in low construction efficiency, unstable connections, and the risk of leakage.
A pipeline network balancing valve was designed, comprising a mounting base, a threaded rod, a connecting plate, and a limiting mechanism. The threaded engagement between the threaded rod and the connecting plate enables rapid assembly, while the limiting bracket and spring-loaded limiting block quickly lock the knob to ensure a secure connection.
It simplifies the flange connection process, improves installation convenience and stability, avoids problems such as insufficient thread tightening space and loose knobs, and is suitable for narrow or complex pipeline layouts.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of balancing valve technology, specifically a pipeline network balancing valve. Background Technology
[0002] Pipeline balancing valves are key devices in fluid transport systems used to optimize media distribution, widely applied in heating, air conditioning, and industrial circulating water systems. Their core value lies in solving the problem of uneven flow distribution caused by differences in pipeline resistance, ensuring stable operation of each branch according to design parameters. In complex pipeline networks, significant differences exist in pipe length, diameter, number of bends, and resistance of terminal equipment in different branches, easily leading to excessive flow at the near end and insufficient flow at the far end. Balancing valves precisely regulate the resistance characteristics of each branch, dynamically matching design flow requirements, avoiding overheating, noise, or energy waste caused by localized overflow, while preventing insufficient heating or poor cooling in underflow areas. In practical applications, balancing valves require on-site calibration using professional commissioning tools (such as flow meters and differential pressure gauges), adjusting the opening segment by segment based on the total system flow and branch design values to establish a scientific flow distribution system. The adjustment process must comprehensively consider factors such as pipeline topology, media temperature, and pressure fluctuations to ensure the system maintains dynamic balance under varying operating conditions. This device plays an irreplaceable role in improving system energy efficiency, extending equipment life, and ensuring end-user experience. It is a core component for achieving refined management in modern pipeline engineering.
[0003] The installation of pipeline balancing valves presents significant inconveniences when connecting them to the pipeline, directly impacting construction efficiency and system commissioning time. Traditional installation requires repeated calibration of the valve body's alignment with the pipeline axis, and flange or threaded connections are prone to bolt tightening difficulties due to space constraints. In some complex pipeline layouts, the size and weight of the balancing valve further increase the complexity of hoisting and positioning, especially in high-density pipeline areas where narrow operating space easily leads to installation deviations. Furthermore, the sealing at the connection points requires repeated adjustments; even slight errors can cause leakage risks, extending the subsequent commissioning period. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a pipeline network balancing valve, which solves the problem of inconvenient pipeline installation.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a pipeline network balancing valve, comprising a valve body, both ends of which are fixedly connected to a fixed flange, the outer side of which is in contact with a connecting flange, the outer side of which is fixedly connected to a mounting base, the inner side of which is slidably connected to a connecting plate, the side of which is closer to the valve body being fixedly connected to a connecting plate, the connecting rod being slidably connected to the mounting base, the end of which is away from the connecting plate being fixedly connected to a fixed bracket, the fixed bracket being slidably connected to the fixed flange, the inner side of which is rotatably connected to a threaded rod, the threaded rod being threadedly connected to the connecting plate, the end of which is away from the mounting base being fixedly connected to a knob, the knob being in contact with the mounting base, and a limit mechanism being provided on the mounting base.
[0006] Preferably, a sealing gasket is slidably connected inside the connecting flange, and the sealing gasket is slidably connected to the fixed flange. The design of the sealing gasket can increase the sealing performance between the fixed flange and the connecting flange.
[0007] Preferably, a retaining ring is fixedly connected to the outer side of the threaded rod, and the retaining ring contacts the inner wall of the mounting base. The retaining ring is designed to limit the movement of the threaded rod.
[0008] Preferably, the limiting mechanism includes a limiting frame, a limiting frame slidably connected to the outer side of the mounting base, a limiting block fixedly connected to the side of the limiting frame near the knob, a fixing block fixedly connected to the outer side of the mounting base, a fixing rod fixedly connected to the outer side of the fixing block, and a spring provided inside the limiting frame, one end of the spring contacting the limiting frame and the other end of the spring contacting the fixing rod. Through the design of the limiting mechanism, the fixing frame can remain stable when limiting the connecting flange.
[0009] Preferably, the limiting frame is in contact with the knob, and the limiting block is slidably connected to the knob. Through the design of the limiting frame and the limiting block, the knob can be limited.
[0010] Preferably, the fixing block is slidably connected to the limiting frame, and the fixing rod is slidably connected to the limiting frame. Through the design of the fixing block and the fixing rod, the limiting frame can be guided.
[0011] Preferably, a limiting ring is fixedly connected inside the limiting frame, and the limiting ring is slidably connected to the fixed rod. Through the design of the limiting ring, the limiting frame can play a limiting role.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0013] 1. This utility model, by setting up components such as mounting base, threaded rod, connecting plate and fixing frame, uses the threaded engagement of threaded rod and connecting plate to drive fixing frame to accurately snap fixed flange, realizing rapid assembly of connecting flange and fixed flange. This structure avoids the problems of repeated axis calibration and insufficient bolt tightening space in traditional installation, simplifies flange docking process, and significantly improves the installation convenience of pipeline network balance valve, especially suitable for narrow space or complex pipeline layout.
[0014] 2. This utility model, by setting up a limiting frame, a limiting block, and a spring, utilizes the spring force to drive the limiting frame to slide the limiting block into the knob slot, achieving rapid locking of the knob. This structure effectively prevents the knob from loosening or shifting, ensures a stable and reliable connection between the fixing frame and the fixing flange, avoids the problem of easy loosening of traditional threaded fasteners, and improves the stability and operational efficiency of valve assembly. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 2 For the present utility model Figure 1 A partial three-dimensional structural diagram;
[0017] Figure 3 For the present utility model Figure 1 Enlarged top-view sectional view of the local structure;
[0018] Figure 4 For the present utility model Figure 3 Enlarged view of part A of the structure.
[0019] In the diagram: 1. Valve body; 2. Fixed flange; 3. Connecting flange; 31. Sealing gasket; 4. Mounting base; 41. Connecting plate; 42. Connecting rod; 43. Fixing bracket; 44. Threaded rod; 45. Retaining ring; 46. Knob; 5. Limiting mechanism; 51. Limiting bracket; 52. Limiting block; 53. Fixing block; 54. Fixing rod; 55. Limiting ring; 56. Spring. Detailed Implementation
[0020] 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.
[0021] Please see Figure 1-4A pipeline network balancing valve includes a valve body 1. Both ends of the valve body 1 are fixedly connected to a fixed flange 2. The outer side of the fixed flange 2 contacts a connecting flange 3. A sealing gasket 31 is slidably connected inside the connecting flange 3. The sealing gasket 31 is slidably connected to the fixed flange 2. The design of the sealing gasket 31 can increase the sealing performance between the fixed flange 2 and the connecting flange 3. A mounting seat 4 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the connecting flange 3. A connecting plate 41 is slidably connected inside the mounting seat 4. A connecting rod 42 is fixedly connected to the side of the connecting plate 41 near the valve body 1.
[0022] Please see Figure 2-4 The connecting rod 42 is slidably connected to the mounting base 4. The end of the connecting rod 42 away from the connecting plate 41 is fixedly connected to the fixing bracket 43. The fixing bracket 43 is slidably connected to the fixing flange 2. The mounting base 4 is rotatably connected to the threaded rod 44. The threaded rod 44 is threadedly connected to the connecting plate 41. The outer side of the threaded rod 44 is fixedly connected to the retaining ring 45. The retaining ring 45 contacts the inner wall of the mounting base 4. The retaining ring 45 can limit the threaded rod 44. The end of the threaded rod 44 away from the mounting base 4 is fixedly connected to the knob 46. The knob 46 contacts the mounting base 4. The mounting base 4 is provided with a limit mechanism 5.
[0023] Please see Figure 2-4 The limiting mechanism 5 includes a limiting frame 51. The limiting frame 51 is slidably connected to the outer side of the mounting base 4. A limiting block 52 is fixedly connected to the side of the limiting frame 51 near the knob 46. The limiting frame 51 contacts the knob 46, and the limiting block 52 is slidably connected to the knob 46. Through the design of the limiting frame 51 and the limiting block 52, the knob 46 can be limited. A fixing block 53 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the mounting base 4, and a fixing rod 54 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the fixing block 53. The fixing block 53 is slidably connected to the limiting frame 51, and the fixing rod 54 is slidably connected to the limiting frame. The sliding connection 51, through the design of the fixing block 53 and the fixing rod 54, can guide the limiting frame 51. The limiting frame 51 is fixedly connected to the inside of the limiting ring 55, which is slidably connected to the fixing rod 54. Through the design of the limiting ring 55, the limiting frame 51 can play a limiting role. The limiting frame 51 is equipped with a spring 56 inside. One end of the spring 56 contacts the limiting frame 51, and the other end of the spring 56 contacts the fixing rod 54. Through the design of the limiting mechanism 5, the fixing frame 43 can remain stable when limiting the connecting flange 3.
[0024] The specific implementation process of this utility model is as follows: In use, by installing the connecting flange 3 and the fixed flange 2, the limiting frame 51 is moved away from the knob 46, so that the limiting frame 51 slides on the fixed block 53, and the fixed rod 54 slides in the limiting ring 55, so that the fixed rod 54 squeezes the spring 56, and the limiting frame 51 drives the limiting block 52 to slide out of the knob 46, so that the limiting of the knob 46 can be released.
[0025] By rotating the knob 46, the knob 46 drives the threaded rod 44 to rotate, causing the threaded rod 44 to move with the connecting plate 41, thereby moving the connecting plate 41 on the threaded rod 44, causing the connecting plate 41 to drive the connecting rod 42 to move, and causing the connecting rod 42 to drive the fixed frame 43 to move, so that the fixed frame 43 slides and engages with the fixed flange 2, which can limit the connection of the connecting flange 3 and the fixed flange 2, thus keeping the connection between the connecting flange 3 and the fixed flange 2 stable.
[0026] Then, by releasing the limit bracket 51, the spring force of the spring 56 can drive the limit bracket 51 to move, causing the limit bracket 51 to drive the limit block 52 to move, so that the limit block 52 slides into the knob 46, thus limiting the knob 46 and keeping the connecting flange 3 stable after installation.
[0027] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A balancing valve for a pipe network, comprising a valve body (1), characterised in that: Both ends of the valve body (1) are fixedly connected to fixed flanges (2). The outer side of the fixed flange (2) is in contact with a connecting flange (3). The outer side of the connecting flange (3) is fixedly connected to a mounting base (4). The mounting base (4) is slidably connected to a connecting plate (41). The side of the connecting plate (41) near the valve body (1) is fixedly connected to a connecting rod (42). The connecting rod (42) is slidably connected to the mounting base (4). The end of the connecting rod (42) away from the connecting plate (41) is fixedly connected to a fixing bracket (43). The fixing bracket (43) is slidably connected to the fixed flange (2). The mounting base (4) is rotatably connected to a threaded rod (44). The threaded rod (44) is threadedly connected to the connecting plate (41). The end of the threaded rod (44) away from the mounting base (4) is fixedly connected to a knob (46). The knob (46) is in contact with the mounting base (4). The mounting base (4) is provided with a limit mechanism (5).
2. A balancing valve for a pipe network according to claim 1, characterised in that: The connecting flange (3) has a sliding connection to a sealing gasket (31), which is slidably connected to the fixed flange (2).
3. A balancing valve for a pipe network according to claim 1, characterised in that: A retaining ring (45) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the threaded rod (44), and the retaining ring (45) contacts the inner wall of the mounting base (4).
4. A conduit balancing valve according to claim 1, wherein: The limiting mechanism (5) includes a limiting frame (51), the limiting frame (51) is slidably connected to the outer side of the mounting base (4), the limiting frame (51) is fixedly connected to a limiting block (52) on the side near the knob (46), a fixing block (53) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the mounting base (4), a fixing rod (54) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the fixing block (53), and a spring (56) is provided inside the limiting frame (51). One end of the spring (56) is in contact with the limiting frame (51), and the other end of the spring (56) is in contact with the fixing rod (54).
5. A conduit balancing valve according to claim 4, wherein: The limiting frame (51) contacts the knob (46), and the limiting block (52) is slidably connected to the knob (46).
6. A pipeline network balancing valve according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fixing block (53) is slidably connected to the limiting frame (51), and the fixing rod (54) is slidably connected to the limiting frame (51).
7. A conduit balancing valve according to claim 4, wherein: The limiting frame (51) is internally fixedly connected to a limiting ring (55), and the limiting ring (55) is slidably connected to the fixing rod (54).