Anti-tilt mounting structure and electric energy meter

By using an anti-tilt installation structure, a mounting box, and leveling components, the problems of inaccurate metering and component aging when the electricity meter is installed at an angle are solved, thus achieving stable and efficient installation of the electricity meter.

CN224263286UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-19SHENZHEN NORTEL INSTR CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHENZHEN NORTEL INSTR CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-27
Publication Date
2026-05-19

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Technical Problem

Tilting an electricity meter during installation can lead to inaccurate metering or component aging, affecting heat dissipation and performance.

Method used

The installation structure adopts an anti-tilt design, including a mounting box, a leveling assembly, and a rotating wheel. Through the cooperation of the leveling assembly and the rotating wheel, the meter body is ensured to remain horizontal or vertical when installed horizontally or vertically, preventing tilting.

Benefits of technology

This technology achieves stability and accuracy of electricity meters in different installation orientations, reduces material costs, improves installation and work efficiency, and avoids metering errors and component aging caused by tilting.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an anti-tilt mounting structure and an electric energy meter, and the structure comprises a mounting box which is externally provided with a moving groove; the leveling assemblies are arranged at the two ends of the inner wall of the moving groove, and each leveling assembly comprises a movable rod arranged at one end of the moving groove and a pushing column arranged on the outer surface of the movable rod in a sleeving mode. All the leveling assemblies are installed in a horizontal plane state, that is, when the installation box is installed on a wall or other positions, if the inclination situation occurs and other inclination situations occur, a pushing column in the leveling assembly is pushed to drive a movable rod to move, so that a leveling block on the movable rod always corresponds to the center of a rotating wheel, and when a rotating rod is attached to the leveling block, the leveling assembly is fixed. And the rotating rod is always parallel or vertical to the center of the rotating wheel, namely the electric energy meter body is always parallel or vertical to the ground, so that the electric energy meter body is prevented from inclining during installation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electricity meters, and in particular to an anti-tilt installation structure and an electricity meter. Background Technology

[0002] An electricity meter is an instrument used to measure electrical energy. It is also called an electricity meter, watt-hour meter, or kilowatt-hour meter. It refers to an instrument that measures various electrical quantities.

[0003] Since electricity meters typically use the principle of electromagnetic induction, if they are installed at an angle, the internal mechanical components may become inaccurate due to gravity. This is especially true for older mechanical meters, where the disc may experience increased friction or become difficult to rotate due to the angle, affecting accuracy. Although electronic meters do not have mechanical rotating parts, if the internal sensors and circuit boards are not installed horizontally, they may be subjected to stress, leading to component aging or poor contact over time. In addition, tilted installation may affect heat dissipation, causing the temperature to rise and affecting the performance of electronic components. Therefore, an anti-tilt installation structure and electricity meter are needed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an anti-tilt installation structure and an electricity meter, which solves the problem that it is not easy to prevent tilting during the installation of electricity meters.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] Firstly, an anti-tilting mounting structure includes:

[0007] The mounting box has a movable slot on its exterior;

[0008] A leveling assembly is provided at both ends of the inner wall of the moving groove. The leveling assembly includes a movable rod at one end of the moving groove and a pushing column sleeved on the outer surface of the movable rod. A movable hole is provided inside the mounting box at the position of the movable rod, and the movable rod moves inside the movable hole. A rotating groove is provided inside the mounting box at the position of the pushing column, and the rotating groove communicates with the movable hole. The pushing column is restricted to rotate inside the rotating groove, and the pushing column is threadedly connected to the movable rod.

[0009] The leveling block is moved to one end of the movable rod.

[0010] Furthermore, the moving groove includes a horizontal groove and a vertical groove. The horizontal groove is formed at the top of the mounting box, and the vertical groove is formed on one side of the mounting box. The horizontal groove and the vertical groove are connected and communicate with the interior of the mounting box.

[0011] Furthermore, one end of the movable rod moves inside the movable hole, while the other end moves inside the movable groove.

[0012] Furthermore, a rotating wheel is provided at the center of the interior of the mounting box, and a rotating rod is fixed to the outside of the rotating wheel, which moves within the moving groove.

[0013] Furthermore, one end of the rotating rod extends to the outside of the mounting box and is fixedly equipped with a mounting assembly.

[0014] Furthermore, the mounting assembly includes a U-shaped frame connected to one end of the rotating rod and clamping members disposed at the top and bottom of the U-shaped frame.

[0015] Furthermore, a fixing cylinder is fixedly provided on one side of the inner wall of the mounting box. One end of the fixing cylinder has an open structure and a fixing rod is movable. One end of the fixing rod is fixedly provided with a pressing block that abuts against the outer surface of the rotating wheel. The inside of the fixing cylinder is provided with a spring that abuts against the fixing rod.

[0016] Furthermore, the pressing block is in an arc-shaped structure and fits against one side of the rotating wheel, and the pressing block and the rotating wheel are adapted to each other.

[0017] Furthermore, a rocking groove is provided on one side of the mounting box and at the position corresponding to the rotating wheel. The rocking groove has an arc structure. A rocker arm is fixed on one side of the rotating wheel, and the other end of the rocker arm extends to the outside of the mounting box through the rocking groove.

[0018] Secondly, an electricity meter is also provided, including an anti-tilt mounting structure as described in any of the above claims, and an electricity meter body, wherein the electricity meter body is mounted on the anti-tilt mounting structure.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] 1. By using the movable slot on the mounting box in conjunction with the leveling component, the electricity meter body can be installed in a horizontal or vertical state. That is, when the mounting box is installed on a wall or other location, if it is tilted, push the push column in the leveling component to move the movable rod. This ensures that the leveling block on the movable rod is always aligned with the center of the rotating wheel. When the rotating rod is in contact with the leveling block, it will always be parallel or perpendicular to the center of the rotating wheel. In other words, the electricity meter body is always parallel or perpendicular to the ground, ensuring that the electricity meter body is not tilted during installation.

[0021] 2. By using the rotating wheel, in conjunction with the fixed cylinder and its internal structure, the rotating wheel is fixed in real time during rotation, preventing it from rotating on its own due to other unexpected circumstances after it has reached the appropriate position, which could cause the electricity meter to tilt. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, 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 purposes that this utility model can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall frontal sectional view;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the whole system.

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0027] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Enlarged diagram of point B in the middle.

[0028] Illustration: 1. Mounting box; 101. Moving groove; 2. Rotary wheel; 3. Rotating rod; 4. Mounting assembly; 5. Movable hole; 6. Movable rod; 7. Push column; 8. Leveling block; 9. Fixed cylinder; 10. Spring; 11. Fixed rod; 1101. Pressing block; 12. Rocker arm; 1201. Shaking groove. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the utility model's objectives, features, and advantages more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described below 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. It should be noted that when a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be a component centrally located at the same time.

[0031] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0032] Firstly, this utility model embodiment provides an anti-tilting installation structure, please refer to... Figures 1-3 The system includes: a mounting box 1, a leveling assembly and a leveling block 8 mounted on the mounting box 1. The mounting box 1 has a movable groove 101 on its exterior. The leveling assembly is located at both ends of the inner wall of the movable groove 101. The leveling assembly includes a movable rod 6 located at one end of the movable groove 101 and a pusher 7 sleeved on the outer surface of the movable rod 6. The mounting box 1 has a movable hole 5 located at the position of the movable rod 6. The movable rod 6 moves within the movable hole 5. The mounting box 1 has a rotating groove located at the position of the pusher 7. The rotating groove communicates with the movable hole 5. The pusher 7 is restricted to rotating within the rotating groove. The pusher 7 is threadedly connected to the movable rod 6. The leveling block 8 is mounted on one end of the movable rod 6. One end of the movable rod 6 moves within the movable hole 5, and the other end moves within the movable groove 101.

[0033] like Figures 1-3As shown, the mounting box 1 has an externally opened movable groove 101. The mounting box 1 serves as the main load-bearing body of the overall structure, providing movement space for the mounting and leveling components. The movable groove 101 provides an external guide path for the leveling components and the rotating rod 3. The opening of the movable groove 101 enables the linkage between the leveling components and the outside world, allowing external operations (such as the movement of the rotating rod 3) to trigger internal leveling actions. The leveling components (movable rod 6 + push column 7) have the following characteristics: the movable rod 6 serves as the support shaft of the leveling block 8, and drives the leveling block 8 to extend and retract through axial movement, directly adjusting the levelness of the mounting structure; the push column 7 converts the rotational motion into the linear motion of the movable rod 6 through threaded transmission, providing mechanical gain to enhance the adjustment accuracy; the rotating groove limiter constrains the push column 7 to only perform rotational motion, preventing transmission failure caused by axial offset; the movable hole 5 guides, ensuring the stability of the linear motion of the movable rod 6 and avoiding jamming of the leveling block 8 due to deflection; the leveling block 8, as the end actuator that directly contacts the mounting surface, changes the contact height difference between the mounting box 1 and the support surface through extension and retraction.

[0034] Specifically, the position of the leveling block 8 is adjusted according to the movable rod 6. That is, when the installation box 1 is tilted, such as when the installation box 1 is tilted downward or upward, one of the leveling blocks 8 is adjusted to move up / down and the other leveling block 8 to move right / left, according to the installation needs of the electricity meter body. This ensures that the two leveling blocks 8 always correspond to the center point of the installation box 1, so that the two leveling blocks 8 are set perpendicular to each other. This ensures that the electricity meter body can be installed horizontally or vertically, whether horizontally or vertically, and prevents the electricity meter body from tilting during installation.

[0035] Unlike conventional meter installation methods (meter box installation), the installation box structure used in this solution is more compact and convenient compared to the meter box structure. Compactness: The installation box in this solution integrates key components such as leveling components, leveling blocks, rotating wheels, and rotating rods into one unit, forming a compact and fully functional installation structure. In contrast, traditional meter box installation methods often require additional brackets and fasteners, resulting in a looser overall structure and a larger space occupation.

[0036] No disassembly or reinstallation required: When changing the installation position of the electricity meter, the mounting box structure of this solution allows for direct adjustment of the leveling block and rotating rod, eliminating the need to disassemble and reinstall the electricity meter, thus improving work efficiency.

[0037] Flexible Adaptability: The mounting box structure of this solution can adapt to different installation needs. Whether it is horizontal or vertical installation, it can be achieved through simple adjustments. In contrast, traditional meter box installation methods often require redesigning the installation structure according to the installation location, lacking flexibility.

[0038] Reduced material costs: Due to the compact structure and high integration of components in this solution, the types and quantities of materials required can be reduced, thereby lowering material costs.

[0039] Improved installation efficiency: The simplified installation process and flexible adaptability of this solution's installation box structure can significantly improve installation efficiency, reduce labor and time costs, and achieve effects that are not easily achieved by conventional electricity meter installation methods.

[0040] Please see Figure 1 The movable slot 101 includes a horizontal slot 102 and a vertical slot 103. The horizontal slot 102 is opened at the top of the mounting box 1, and the vertical slot 103 is opened on one side of the mounting box 1. The horizontal slot 102 and the vertical slot 103 are connected and communicate with the interior of the mounting box 1.

[0041] like Figure 1 As shown, the moving slot 101 is divided into two parts, one part is opened horizontally and the other part is opened vertically, forming a horizontal slot 102 and a vertical slot 103. The horizontal slot 102 and the vertical slot 103 are connected to each other. Both the horizontal slot 102 and the vertical slot 103 are opened along the upper left corner of the mounting box 1. The moving slot 101 is a through design.

[0042] Please see Figure 1 A rotating wheel 2 is rotated at the center of the mounting box 1. A rotating rod 3 is fixed to the outside of the rotating wheel 2. The rotating rod 3 moves inside the moving groove 101. A rocking groove 1201 is opened on one side of the mounting box 1 at the position corresponding to the rotating wheel 2. The rocking groove 1201 has an arc structure. A rocker arm 12 is fixed to one side of the rotating wheel 2, and the other end of the rocker arm 12 extends to the outside of the mounting box 1 through the rocking groove 1201.

[0043] like Figure 1As shown, the rotating wheel 2 is connected to the middle of the mounting box 1 via a rotating shaft, bearings, and other structures. This application uses a rotating shaft to mount the rotating wheel 2 onto the mounting box 1, allowing the rotating wheel 2 to rotate inside the mounting box 1. The rotating shaft consists of a rod and a shaft, with ball bearings between them. The shaft can rotate on the rod. One end of the rod is connected to the mounting box 1, and one end of the shaft is connected to the rotating wheel 2, allowing the rotating wheel 2 to rotate inside the mounting box 1. The center point of the rotating wheel 2 corresponds to the center point of the mounting box 1. One end of a rotating rod 3 is connected to the rotating wheel 2, and the other end extends into the interior of the moving groove 101 and out of the mounting box 1. The rotating rod 3 can rotate up and down within the moving groove 101. The rotating rod 3 is moved, and one end of the rotating rod 3 is attached to one of the leveling blocks 8. At the same time, an arc-shaped rocking groove 1201 is opened on one side of the mounting box 1 corresponding to the position of the rotating wheel 2. A rocker arm 12 is fixed on one side of the rotating wheel 2. The other end of the rocker arm 12 passes through the rocking groove 1201 and extends to the outside of the mounting box 1, so that the user can rotate the rotating wheel 2 by rocker arm 12. That is, when the rocker arm 12 is pushed, the rotating wheel 2 is driven to rotate. The rotating wheel 2 will rotate on its own. While rotating on its own, it drives the rotating rod 3 to rotate and move up / down, so that the mounting component 4 connected to the rotating rod 3 can be set vertically or horizontally, so that the energy meter body can be installed horizontally or vertically as needed.

[0044] Please continue reading. Figure 1 One end of the rotating rod 3 extends to the outside of the mounting box 1 and is fixedly provided with a mounting assembly 4. The mounting assembly 4 includes a U-shaped frame connected to one end of the rotating rod 3 and clamping members provided at the top and bottom of the U-shaped frame.

[0045] like Figure 1 As shown, the end of the rotating rod 3 extending to the outside of the mounting box 1 is fixed with a mounting component 4 for mounting the electricity meter body. The mounting component 4 uses a conventional clamping structure to clamp and install the electricity meter body. A threaded hole is opened on one side of the U-shaped frame of the mounting component 4, and the electricity meter body can be installed on the mounting component 4 by screws or other structures.

[0046] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 A fixing cylinder 9 is fixedly provided on one side of the inner wall of the mounting box 1. One end of the fixing cylinder 9 has an open structure and a fixing rod 11 is movable. One end of the fixing rod 11 is fixedly provided with a pressing block 1101 that abuts against the outer surface of the rotating wheel 2. The inside of the fixing cylinder 9 is provided with a spring 10 that abuts against the fixing rod 11. The pressing block 1101 is in an arc structure that fits against one side of the rotating wheel 2. The pressing block 1101 and the rotating wheel 2 are compatible.

[0047] like Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the fixed cylinder 9 is fixed on the mounting box 1 and located on one side of the rotating wheel 2, and at a position where the rotating rod 3 cannot be moved. The fixed cylinder 9 is equipped with a spring 10, which can be set as a strong spring 10. The strong spring 10 always pushes the fixed rod 11, so that the fixed rod 11 drives the pressing block 1101 to press against the rotating wheel 2, applying a frictional force to the rotating wheel 2 to prevent the rotating wheel 2 from rotating on its own and ensuring the stability of the installation of the electricity meter body.

[0048] Secondly, this embodiment also provides an electricity meter, including an anti-tilt mounting structure according to any of the above, and an electricity meter body, the electricity meter body being mounted on the anti-tilt mounting structure.

[0049] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. An anti-toppling mounting structure characterized by comprising: include: Mounting box (1), the outside of which is provided with a moving slot (101); A leveling assembly is provided at both ends of the inner wall of the moving groove (101). The leveling assembly includes a movable rod (6) provided at one end of the moving groove (101) and a push column (7) sleeved on the outer surface of the movable rod (6). A movable hole (5) is provided inside the mounting box (1) at the position of the movable rod (6). The movable rod (6) moves inside the movable hole (5). A rotating groove is provided inside the mounting box (1) at the position of the push column (7). The rotating groove communicates with the movable hole (5). The push column (7) is restricted to rotate inside the rotating groove. The push column (7) is threadedly connected to the movable rod (6). The leveling block (8) is mounted on one end of the movable rod (6).

2. The anti-tip mounting structure according to claim 1, wherein The moving slot (101) includes a horizontal slot (102) and a vertical slot (103). The horizontal slot (102) is located at the top of the mounting box (1), and the vertical slot (103) is located on one side of the mounting box (1). The horizontal slot (102) and the vertical slot (103) are connected and communicate with the interior of the mounting box (1).

3. The anti-tip mounting structure of claim 1, wherein One end of the movable rod (6) moves inside the movable hole (5), and the other end moves inside the movable groove (101).

4. The anti-tip mounting structure of claim 1, wherein A rotating wheel (2) is provided at the center of the interior of the mounting box (1), and a rotating rod (3) is fixed to the outside of the rotating wheel (2). The rotating rod (3) moves inside the moving groove (101).

5. The anti-tip mounting structure according to claim 4, wherein One end of the rotating rod (3) extends to the outside of the mounting box (1) and is fixedly provided with a mounting assembly (4).

6. The anti-tip mounting structure according to claim 5, wherein The mounting assembly (4) includes a U-shaped frame connected to one end of the rotating rod (3) and clamping members located at the top and bottom of the U-shaped frame.

7. The anti-tip mounting structure of claim 4, wherein A fixing cylinder (9) is fixedly provided on one side of the inner wall of the mounting box (1). One end of the fixing cylinder (9) has an open structure and a fixing rod (11) is movable. One end of the fixing rod (11) is fixedly provided with a pressing block (1101) that abuts against the outer surface of the rotating wheel (2). A spring (10) that abuts against the fixing rod (11) is provided inside the fixing cylinder (9).

8. The anti-tip mounting structure of claim 7, wherein The pressing block (1101) is attached to one side of the rotating wheel (2) and has an arc structure. The pressing block (1101) and the rotating wheel (2) are compatible.

9. The anti-tip mounting structure of claim 4, wherein A rocking groove (1201) is provided on one side of the mounting box (1) and at the position corresponding to the rotating wheel (2). The rocking groove (1201) has an arc structure. A rocker arm (12) is fixed on one side of the rotating wheel (2), and the other end of the rocker arm (12) extends to the outside of the mounting box (1) through the rocking groove (1201).

10. An electric energy meter, characterized by The device includes an anti-tilt mounting structure as described in any one of claims 1-9, and further includes an electricity meter body, the electricity meter body being mounted on the anti-tilt mounting structure.