Toilet bowl outlet upper edge flatness detection tool

By using a testing fixture consisting of a support rod and an electronic vernier caliper, the problem of difficulty in detecting unevenness on the upper edge of the sewage outlet caused by manual cutting was solved, achieving efficient and accurate flatness judgment.

CN224353766UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-12LIXIL AS SANITARY MFG (SHANGHAI) CO LTD

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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
LIXIL AS SANITARY MFG (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-19
Publication Date
2026-06-12

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a fixture for testing the flatness of the upper edge of a toilet drain outlet, including a horizontal support rod placed on the toilet seat surface and an electronic vernier caliper vertically connected to the support rod. A level is installed on the support rod, and the length of the support rod is greater than the width of the toilet seat surface. This utility model uses this fixture to obtain and compare measurement values, enabling an objective and accurate determination of the flatness of the upper edge of the drain outlet, thus improving the accuracy of the test.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ceramic sanitary ware, specifically to a tooling for testing the flatness of the upper edge of a toilet drain outlet. Background Technology

[0002] In the toilet manufacturing process, the processing of the drain outlet is a crucial step. Currently, the cutting of the upper edge of the toilet drain outlet is done manually. For example... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, however, during manual cutting, differences in operating techniques, force control, and personnel experience can easily lead to irregularities such as tilting or curvature on the upper edge of the cut sewage outlet, making it difficult to guarantee the flatness of the upper edge. Furthermore, the quality inspection of the upper edge of the cut sewage outlet relies on manual visual inspection. This method is highly susceptible to the subjective judgment of the inspectors; different personnel may have different standards for judging "qualified," and the naked eye cannot accurately detect subtle tilting or curvature defects, often resulting in inaccurate measurements. This can lead to the misjudgment of defective products as qualified, or the incorrect rejection of qualified products, seriously affecting product quality control and creating potential risks for subsequent product sales. Utility Model Content

[0003] Based on this, and in response to the above problems, this utility model provides a tooling for detecting the flatness of the upper edge of a toilet drain outlet.

[0004] The objective of this utility model can be achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0005] A fixture for testing the flatness of the upper edge of a toilet drain outlet includes a horizontal support rod placed on the surface of the toilet seat and an electronic vernier caliper vertically connected to the support rod. A level is installed on the support rod, wherein the length of the support rod is greater than the width of the toilet seat surface.

[0006] Using the above technical solution, during testing, the support rod is first placed on the toilet seat surface. The level on the support rod allows direct observation of its horizontal position, ensuring the accuracy of subsequent measurements. Next, the caliper is slid downwards, allowing the movable jaw to hook onto one side of the drain outlet's upper edge. The measurement value is then directly read from the electronic caliper's display screen. Afterward, the support rod is moved horizontally, allowing the movable jaw to hook onto the other side of the drain outlet's upper edge, and the measurement value is again obtained from the display screen. Finally, the two measurements are compared, and the flatness of the drain outlet's upper edge can be directly determined based on the difference. The entire process eliminates the need for subjective human judgment, making it both efficient and accurate.

[0007] In a specific embodiment of this utility model: the support rod is a rectangular structure. The rectangular structure offers greater stability; compared to other cross-sectional shapes such as circles, it is less prone to rolling when placed horizontally, maintaining a stable detection posture and reducing positional shifts during the detection process.

[0008] In a specific embodiment of this utility model: a counterweight is installed on the side of the support rod opposite to the electronic vernier caliper. This allows for quick balancing of the fixture's center of gravity, counteracting the weight of the electronic vernier caliper, preventing the support rod from tilting due to uneven force, and ensuring stability during testing.

[0009] In a specific embodiment of this utility model: the counterweight is divided into a rod and a counterweight disc located at the end of the rod.

[0010] In summary, this utility model uses a testing fixture to obtain measurement values ​​and compare them, which can objectively and accurately determine the flatness of the upper edge of the sewage outlet, thus improving the accuracy of the test. Attached Figure Description

[0011] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0012] Figure 1 This shows that the upper edge of the sewage outlet is inclined;

[0013] Figure 2 This shows that the upper edge of the sewage outlet is curved;

[0014] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a toilet drain outlet flatness testing fixture according to the present invention;

[0015] Figure 4 This shows how an electronic vernier caliper measures both sides of the upper edge of the sewage outlet in sequence. Detailed Implementation

[0016] 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0017] Please see Figure 3As shown, this utility model is a fixture for testing the flatness of the upper edge of a toilet drain outlet, including a horizontal support rod 10 and an electronic vernier caliper 20 vertically connected to the support rod 10. A groove is formed in the support rod 10, and a level 11 is installed in the groove. The electronic vernier caliper 20 has a connecting part 21. The support rod 10 has a horizontally forward-extending mounting block 12. The connecting part 21 and the mounting block are fixed together by screws 13.

[0018] In this embodiment, the support rod 10 is a rectangular structure. Rectangular structures offer greater stability; compared to other cross-sectional shapes such as circles, rectangular structures are less prone to rolling when placed horizontally, maintaining a stable detection posture and reducing positional shifts during the detection process.

[0019] In this embodiment, a counterweight 14 is also installed on the side of the support rod 10 opposite to the electronic vernier caliper 20. This allows for quick balancing of the tooling's center of gravity, counteracting the weight of the electronic vernier caliper and preventing the support rod from tilting due to uneven force, thus ensuring stability during testing. The counterweight 14 is a one-piece structure, consisting of a rod 141 and a counterweight plate 142 located at the end of the rod 141. A mounting base 101 is provided on the support rod 10, and the root insert of the rod 141 is inserted into the mounting base 101.

[0020] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, during the test, the support rod is first placed on the seat surface 2 of the toilet 1. Using the level 11 on the support rod 10, its horizontal position can be directly observed, ensuring the accuracy of subsequent measurements. Next, the scale 22 of the electronic vernier caliper 20 is slid downwards, allowing the movable jaw 23 at the end of the scale 22 to hook onto one side of the upper edge 3 of the drain outlet. The measurement value can be directly read through the display screen 24 of the electronic vernier caliper 20. Then, the support rod 10 is moved horizontally, allowing the movable jaw 23 to hook onto the other side of the upper edge 3 of the drain outlet, and the measurement value is obtained again through the display screen 24. Finally, the two measurements are compared, and the flatness of the upper edge of the drain outlet can be directly determined based on the difference in values. The entire process does not rely on subjective human judgment, making it both efficient and accurate. Of course, measurements can also be taken at multiple locations along the upper edge to obtain more accurate values.

[0021] In summary, this utility model uses a testing fixture to obtain measurement values ​​and compare them, which can objectively and accurately determine the flatness of the upper edge of the sewage outlet, thus improving the accuracy of the test.

[0022] The above description provides a detailed account of one embodiment of the present invention. However, this description is merely a preferred embodiment and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. All equivalent variations and improvements made within the scope of the claims of the present invention should still fall within the patent coverage of the present invention.

Claims

1. A toilet outlet upper edge flatness detection tool, characterized in that, The utility model relates to a toilet seat electronic vernier caliper, which comprises a support rod placed horizontally on the plane of a toilet seat, an electronic vernier caliper connected vertically to the support rod, and a level installed on the support rod, wherein the length of the support rod is greater than the width of the plane of the toilet seat.

2. The toilet bowl rim flatness detection tool of claim 1, wherein, The support rod is in a rectangular structure.

3. The toilet bowl rim flatness detection tool of claim 1, wherein, A counterweight is installed on the side of the support rod opposite to the electronic vernier caliper.

4. The toilet bowl rim flatness detection tool of claim 3, wherein, The counterweight is divided into a rod part and a counterweight disc at the end of the rod part. The counterweight disc is provided with a plurality of holes.