Water meter calibrating device
By designing an automated water meter calibration device, which uses clamps and hydraulic rods to automatically connect and discharge water meters, and combines photoelectric flow meters for testing, the problem of water spillage during water meter calibration is solved, improving work efficiency and environmental dryness.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HAINAN QIONGSHUI METER CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-15
AI Technical Summary
During the current water meter calibration process, water can easily spill out when manual or robotic arms are loading and unloading materials, resulting in a damp working environment and affecting work efficiency.
Design a water meter calibration device that uses clamps to fix the water meter, and uses a hydraulic rod and a rotating device to realize the automatic connection and water discharge of the water meter. Combined with a photoelectric flow meter for detection, and uses a water shield and a water collection tank to collect the splashed water to prevent water from splashing outside.
It has automated and made water meter calibration more efficient, avoiding water splashes that cause a damp environment and improving work efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water meter calibration technology, and in particular to a water meter calibration device. Background Technology
[0002] Water meters are flow meters that calculate the volume of water flowing through a tap water pipe by measuring the direct mechanical movement of the movable wall volume measuring chamber or the effect of water flow velocity on the impeller. They are widely used in industries such as tap water, heating, and chemicals. National metrological verification regulations stipulate that water meter manufacturers or metrology departments must verify the error of water meters at three flow points: nominal flow rate, boundary flow rate, and minimum flow rate. After verification, the water inside the water meter needs to be emptied before loading. In existing technologies, loading and unloading of water meters during verification is usually done manually or automatically by robotic arms. However, manual loading and unloading can lead to water spillage due to worker fatigue or forgetting to empty the water before removing the water meter, resulting in water everywhere. When using robotic arms to unload, the large rotation required when emptying water can cause water to splash out, creating a damp working environment and affecting work efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0003] In view of the above-mentioned prior art, the present invention provides a water meter calibration device, which can automatically empty the water in the water meter after calibration to prevent water from splashing outside and causing a damp working environment, thereby improving work efficiency.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model embodiment is implemented as follows:
[0005] A water meter calibration device includes a frame with a calibration platform on the frame. The calibration platform includes multiple sets of slidably arranged clamps, each set of clamps being rotatably connected to the frame. The frame has several connecting rods located on both sides of the clamps, and each connecting rod has a connector. The rightmost connecting rod is fixedly connected to the frame, and one end of the connector on the rightmost connecting rod is connected to a water outlet pipe. The remaining connecting rods are slidably connected to the frame. The frame has a hydraulic rod connected to the leftmost connecting rod, and the connector on the leftmost connecting rod is connected to a water inlet pipe. A photoelectric flow meter is mounted on the calibration platform.
[0006] Furthermore, an L-shaped plate is slidably connected to the frame, the L-shaped plate is symmetrically arranged on the frame, and one end of a first spring is connected to each side of the L-shaped plate. The other end of the first spring is connected to a fixing block, the fixing block is fixed to the frame, the clamp is rotatably connected to the L-shaped plate, and the L-shaped plate is provided with a rotating device. The output end of the rotating device is connected to the clamp.
[0007] Furthermore, the fixture includes a connecting bed, a pillow block, a cylinder, a chuck, and a connecting shaft. The connecting shaft is connected to both ends of the connecting bed and is rotatably connected to the L-shaped plate. The rotating device is connected to the connecting shaft, the pillow block is connected to the connecting bed, the cylinder is connected to the connecting bed, and the chuck is mounted on the output end of the cylinder.
[0008] Furthermore, the frame is provided with a light rod, and a linear bearing is connected to the light rod, and the connecting rod is connected to the linear bearing.
[0009] Furthermore, the optical rod is fitted with a second spring, one end of which is connected to the connecting rod, and the other end is connected to a fixing sleeve, which is fixed to the optical rod.
[0010] Furthermore, the frame is provided with a bracket, the bracket is provided with a module, the module is provided with a horizontal plate, and the photoelectric flow meter is mounted on the horizontal plate.
[0011] Furthermore, the frame is provided with a base plate, and the base plate is provided with a water baffle.
[0012] Furthermore, the foremost end of the clamp is provided with a soft rubber layer.
[0013] Furthermore, the frame is equipped with feet.
[0014] Furthermore, a water collection tank is provided inside the frame, and a water outlet is provided on the bottom plate that is connected to the water baffle, and the water outlet is connected to the water collection tank.
[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: the clamp fixes the water meter and increases the positioning angle of the water meter, making it easier for the photoelectric flow meter to detect it; the hydraulic rod pushes the connector and the water meter in series, making it convenient for multiple water meters to be tested at the same time; after testing, the water inside the water meter can be automatically emptied to avoid water splashing outside and causing a humid working environment, thus improving work efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water meter calibration device according to an embodiment of this application;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the calibration table in the embodiments of this application;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the calibration table in an embodiment of this application;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the fixture structure in an embodiment of this application;
[0020] Explanation of icon numbers:
[0021] 1. Frame; 2. Calibration table; 3. Fixture; 4. Connecting rod; 5. Connector; 6. Outlet pipe; 7. Hydraulic rod; 8. Inlet pipe; 9. Photoelectric flow meter; 10. L-shaped plate; 11. First spring; 12. Fixing block; 13. Rotating device; 14. Connecting bed; 15. Pillow block; 16. Cylinder; 17. Chuck; 18. Connecting shaft; 19. Smooth rod; 20. Linear bearing; 21. Second spring; 22. Fixing sleeve; 23. Bracket; 24. Module; 25. Horizontal plate; 26. Base plate; 27. Water baffle; 28. Soft rubber layer; 29. Foot; 30. Slide rail; 31. Slider; 32. Water meter; 33. Water pump; 34. Inlet valve; 35. Flow meter. Detailed Implementation
[0022] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model belongs. The terminology used in this specification of this utility model is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the utility model. In the following description, the expression "some embodiments" refers to a subset of all possible embodiments; however, it should be understood that "some embodiments" can be the same subset or different subsets of all possible embodiments and can be combined with each other without conflict.
[0023] It should also be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly attached to the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.
[0024] Example 1
[0025] See attached document Figure 1-4This application provides a water meter calibration device, including a frame 1, on which a calibration platform 2 is provided. The calibration platform 2 includes multiple sets of clamps 3 that slide left and right. The clamps 3 are used to place and fix water meters 32. Each set of clamps 3 is rotatably connected to the frame 1. By rotating the clamps 3, the water meter 32 is tilted and water is poured out. The frame 1 is provided with several connecting rods 4, which are located on both sides of the clamps 3. Connecting heads 5 are provided on the connecting rods 4. During calibration, the connecting heads 5 are connected to the water meters 32, so that the water meters 32 are connected in series on the calibration platform 2 for testing. The water flows through the connecting heads 5 and the water meters 32, and the water is placed on the rightmost side of the platform. Link 4 is fixedly connected to the frame 1. The rightmost end of the connector 5 on the rightmost link 4 is connected to a water outlet pipe 6 for drainage. The water outlet pipe 6 can be connected to a water storage device. The remaining links 4 are slidably connected to the frame 1. A hydraulic rod 7 is provided on the frame 1, connected to the leftmost link 4. The hydraulic rod 7 extends and pushes the link 4. The connector 5 on the leftmost link 4 is connected to a water inlet pipe 8. The frame 1 is equipped with a water pump 33, which is connected to a water supply tank via a pipe. The outlet end of the water pump 33 is equipped with an inlet valve 34 and a flow meter 35. The inlet pipe 8 is connected to the flow meter 35. Water is pumped into the meter 33 for testing via the water pump 33. The calibration platform 2 is equipped with a photoelectric flow meter 9. During operation, the water meters 32 to be tested can be placed on the clamp 3 and fixed by manual or automated loading. The hydraulic rod 7 extends, pushing the leftmost connecting rod 4 to the right, causing the connector 5 on it to connect with the water meter 32. The hydraulic rod 7 continues to extend until all the water meters 32 and connectors 5 are connected in series. The water pump 33 is then started, and water is pumped into the meter 33. The water flows sequentially from the inlet pipe 8 through the water meter 32, and is detected and processed by the photoelectric flow meter 9. After completion, the hydraulic rod 7 retracts, and each of the clamps 3 and the connecting rod 4 resets. At this time, the water meter 32 and the connector 5 separate. The clamps 3 are rotated to tilt and empty the water from the water meter 32. After emptying, the meter is reset, and the meter can be manually or automatically removed and collected separately as good and bad products. The structure is simple. The clamps 3 fix the water meter 32 and raise the positioning angle of the water meter 32, making it easier for the photoelectric flow meter 9 to detect. After verification, the water in the water meter 32 can be automatically emptied, preventing water from splashing outside and causing a humid working environment, thus improving work efficiency.
[0026] Specifically, an L-shaped plate 10 is slidably connected to the frame 1. A slide rail 30 is provided on the frame 1, and a slider 31 is fitted onto the slide rail 30. The L-shaped plate 10 is mounted on the slider 31 to ensure smooth and stable sliding of the L-shaped plate 10 back and forth. The L-shaped plates 10 are symmetrically arranged on the frame 1, and each set of symmetrically arranged L-shaped plates 10 is used in conjunction with a clamp 3. One end of a first spring 11 is connected to each side of the L-shaped plate 10, and the other end of the first spring 11 is connected to a fixing block 12. The fixing block 12 is fixed to the frame 1. The L-shaped plate 10 is extended by the hydraulic rod 7 through the first springs 11 on both sides, which pushes the clamp 3 to move and move the L-shaped plate 10 to the right. After retraction, the clamp 3 can return to the middle position. The clamp 3 is rotatably connected to the L-shaped plate 10. The L-shaped plate 10 is provided with a rotating device 13, which can be a motor, cylinder 16, or hydraulic cylinder, etc. The output end of the rotating device 13 is connected to the clamp 3. The clamp 3 is driven to rotate by the rotating device 13, so that the clamp 3 can rotate and tilt to pour water. The structure is simple.
[0027] Specifically, the clamp 3 includes a connecting bed 14, a pillow block 15, a cylinder 16, a chuck 17, and a connecting shaft 18. The connecting shaft 18 is fixedly connected to both ends of the connecting bed 14 and rotatably connected to the L-shaped plate 10. The rotating device 13 is connected to the connecting shaft 18. The rotating device 13 rotates to drive the connecting shaft 18 to rotate, thereby driving the connecting bed 14 to rotate. The pillow block 15 is connected to the connecting bed 14 and has an arc-shaped opening that conforms to the shape of the water meter 32 for easy placement of the water meter 32. The two cylinders 16 are fixedly connected to both sides of the connecting bed 14. The chuck 17 is installed on the output end of the cylinder 16. The cylinder 16 extends to drive the chuck 17 to clamp the water meter 32 for fixation and positioning. The structure is simple.
[0028] Specifically, the frame 1 is provided with a light rod 19, and a linear bearing 20 is connected to the light rod 19. The connecting rod 4 is connected to the linear bearing 20. There are two light rods 19, which are fixedly connected to the frame 1. The linear bearing 20 is sleeved on the light rod 19, and the connecting rod 4 is installed on the linear bearing 20 to improve the sliding stability of the connecting rod 4.
[0029] Specifically, the light rod 19 is fitted with a second spring 21. One end of the second spring 21 is connected to the right end of the connecting rod 4, and the other end is connected to a fixing sleeve 22. The fixing sleeve 22 is fixed to the light rod 19. During operation, the connecting rod 4 works in conjunction with the second spring 21. When the hydraulic rod 7 extends, the connecting rod 4 can move to the right. When the hydraulic rod 7 resets, the connecting rod 4 resets under the elastic force of the second spring 21. Under the action of the first spring 11, the clamp 3 can reset back to the middle position after the hydraulic rod 7 retracts, so that the water meter 32 and the connector 5 reset and separate, making it convenient to rotate and pour out water, avoiding interference, and with a simple structure.
[0030] Example 2
[0031] See attached document Figure 1-4 The difference between this embodiment and Embodiment 1 is that the frame 1 is provided with a bracket 23, the bracket 23 is provided with a module 24, the module 24 is provided with a horizontal plate 25, and the photoelectric flow meter 9 is installed on the horizontal plate 25. During operation, after the water meter 32 is placed and can be calibrated, the module 24 is driven to move forward, which in turn moves the horizontal plate 25 forward, thereby moving the photoelectric flow meter 9 above the water meter 32 for detection. After the detection is completed, the module 24 is driven to move backward, which in turn moves the photoelectric flow meter 9 away from directly above the water meter 32, which facilitates the loading and unloading of the water meter 32. The structure is simple.
[0032] Specifically, the frame 1 is provided with a base plate 26, and the base plate 26 is provided with a water baffle 27. The water baffle 27 blocks and collects the spilled water, thus preventing the working environment from becoming damp.
[0033] Specifically, the foremost end of the clamp 17 is provided with a soft rubber layer 28, which makes the water meter 32 clamp more securely and protects the surface of the water meter 32 from damage during clamping.
[0034] Specifically, the frame 1 is equipped with feet 29 for easy installation and transportation.
[0035] Specifically, the frame 1 is equipped with a water collection tank, and the base plate 26 is equipped with a water outlet that connects to the water baffle 27. The water outlet is connected to the water collection tank and a water pipe is connected to the water outlet. Water is drawn into the water collection tank through the water pipe for collection, which is convenient for unified treatment and has a reasonable structure.
[0036] The above are merely specific embodiments of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. The protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the protection scope of the stated claims.
Claims
1. A water meter calibration device, characterized in that, The device includes a frame, on which a calibration table is mounted. The calibration table includes multiple sets of slidably mounted clamps, each set of clamps being rotatably connected to the frame. The frame has several connecting rods located on both sides of the clamps, and each connecting rod has a connector. The rightmost connecting rod is fixedly connected to the frame, and one end of the connector on the rightmost connecting rod is connected to a water outlet pipe. The remaining connecting rods are slidably connected to the frame. The frame has a hydraulic rod connected to the leftmost connecting rod, and the connector on the leftmost connecting rod is connected to a water inlet pipe. A photoelectric flow meter is mounted on the calibration table.
2. The water meter calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that, An L-shaped plate is slidably connected to the frame. The L-shaped plate is symmetrically arranged on the frame. One end of a first spring is connected to each side of the L-shaped plate. The other end of the first spring is connected to a fixed block. The fixed block is fixed to the frame. The clamp is rotatably connected to the L-shaped plate. The L-shaped plate is provided with a rotating device. The output end of the rotating device is connected to the clamp.
3. The water meter calibration device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fixture includes a connecting bed, a pillow block, a cylinder, a chuck, and a connecting shaft. The connecting shaft is connected to both ends of the connecting bed and is rotatably connected to the L-shaped plate. The rotating device is connected to the connecting shaft, the pillow block is connected to the connecting bed, the cylinder is connected to the connecting bed, and the chuck is mounted on the output end of the cylinder.
4. The water meter calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame is equipped with a light rod, and a linear bearing is connected to the light rod. The connecting rod is connected to the linear bearing.
5. A water meter calibration device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The optical rod is fitted with a second spring, one end of which is connected to the connecting rod, and the other end is connected to a fixing sleeve, which is fixed to the optical rod.
6. A water meter calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame is equipped with a support, the support is equipped with a module, the module is equipped with a horizontal plate, and the photoelectric flow meter is mounted on the horizontal plate.
7. A water meter calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame is equipped with a base plate, and the base plate is equipped with a water baffle.
8. A water meter calibration device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The foremost end of the chuck is provided with a soft rubber layer.
9. A water meter calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame is equipped with feet.
10. A water meter calibration device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The frame is equipped with a water collection tank, and the bottom plate is equipped with a water outlet that connects to the water baffle. The water outlet is connected to the water collection tank.