A silo level gauge that is easy to disassemble, assemble, and maintain.
By designing a level gauge with a convenient disassembly and cleaning sleeve, the problems of cumbersome disassembly and cleaning of existing level gauges used in silos have been solved, achieving efficient disassembly and cleaning, and reducing maintenance costs and time.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHIJIAZHUANG ZIJIN MASCH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-19
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-30
AI Technical Summary
Existing silo level gauges are cumbersome to disassemble and repair, time-consuming, and prone to damaging parts. Furthermore, material residue during disassembly and assembly makes cleaning difficult, increasing maintenance costs and time.
A level gauge including a disassembly and assembly mechanism and a cleaning sleeve was designed. The disassembly and assembly mechanism allows for convenient disassembly and assembly of the radio frequency level gauge, while the cleaning sleeve is used to clean the surface of the level gauge during the disassembly and assembly process, avoiding cumbersome operations and material residue.
It improves the efficiency of disassembly and assembly of level gauges, reduces component damage and cleaning time, ensures production continuity, and reduces maintenance costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of material level gauges for silos, specifically a material level gauge for silos that is easy to disassemble, assemble, and maintain. Background Technology
[0002] In many fields such as industrial production, silos are important facilities for storing various materials. As a key device for accurately measuring the height of materials in silos and obtaining material level information in real time, level gauges play an indispensable role in realizing automated production processes, ensuring production continuity, optimizing material management, and improving production efficiency.
[0003] Currently, some existing silo level gauges are cumbersome to disassemble and reassemble during maintenance. Operators often need to use a variety of complex tools and spend a lot of time and energy to disassemble numerous screws, clips and other connecting parts, resulting in low maintenance efficiency, delaying normal production, and frequent complex disassembly and reassembly operations may also lead to damage or loss of parts, increasing equipment maintenance costs.
[0004] Meanwhile, some existing silo level gauges are prone to material residue inside the silo. If the damage on the outer surface of the level gauge is not cleaned in time after removal, it will be covered by the material, making it inconvenient to carry out maintenance. In addition, if it is transported to the cleaning area for cleaning, the level gauge may be damaged by collision during transportation, which will increase the maintenance time. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a silo level gauge that is easy to disassemble, install, and maintain, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a silo level gauge that is easy to disassemble and maintain, comprising a silo body and a first fixing plate fixedly connected to its top, and further comprising:
[0007] The radio frequency level gauge is installed on the inner surface of the top of the silo body. The top of the silo body is fixedly connected to a box. The bottom of the inner cavity of the box is equipped with a disassembly and assembly mechanism that allows for easy disassembly and assembly of the radio frequency level gauge.
[0008] A connecting plate is installed at the bottom of the disassembly and assembly mechanism, and a cleaning sleeve for cleaning the radio frequency level gauge is installed on one side of the connecting plate.
[0009] Preferably, the disassembly and assembly mechanism includes a threaded rod rotatably connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the box, a threaded plate threadedly connected to the outer surface of the threaded rod, an inclined plate slidably connected to one side of the threaded plate, springs fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the other side of the inclined plate, a second fixing plate fixedly connected to the other side of the spring, and a throttle fixedly connected to the top of the threaded rod.
[0010] Preferably, a first guide block is fixedly connected to one side of the threaded plate, and a first guide groove is provided on one side of the inner cavity of the box, with the outer surface of the first guide block slidably connected to the inner surface of the first guide groove.
[0011] Preferably, the cleaning sleeve is made of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).
[0012] Preferably, the bottom of the threaded rod is rotatably connected to a bearing seat, and the other side of the bearing seat is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the box.
[0013] Preferably, a second guide block is fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the inclined plate, and a second guide groove is provided at the top and bottom of the inner cavity of the box. The outer surface of the second guide block is slidably connected to the inner surface of the second guide groove.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0015] This invention, through the design of a disassembly and assembly mechanism and a first fixed plate, allows for convenient disassembly and assembly of the radio frequency level gauge without the need for multiple tools, thus preventing the loss or damage of parts due to cumbersome disassembly and assembly, preventing economic losses, and improving maintenance efficiency, enabling production to resume normal operation quickly. Simultaneously, the inclusion of a cleaning sleeve allows the disassembly and assembly mechanism to simultaneously move the connecting plate and the cleaning sleeve up and down on the outer surface of the radio frequency level gauge's detection point within the storage chamber for cleaning. Cleaning can be performed during disassembly and assembly, facilitating direct maintenance without the need for transporting the gauge to a cleaning area. This not only prevents collision damage during transport but also reduces maintenance time. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0017] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 A partial three-dimensional structural sectional view;
[0018] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 2 A partial three-dimensional structural sectional view;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural cross-sectional view of the present invention from another perspective.
[0020] In the diagram: 1. Hopper body; 2. First fixed plate; 3. RF level gauge; 4. Box; 5. Disassembly and assembly mechanism; 501. Threaded rod; 502. Threaded plate; 503. Inclined plate; 504. Spring; 505. Second fixed plate; 506. Rotary handle; 6. Connecting plate; 7. Cleaning sleeve; 8. First guide block; 9. First guide groove; 10. Second guide block; 11. Second guide groove. Detailed Implementation
[0021] 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.
[0022] Please see Figure 1-4 As shown, a silo level gauge for easy disassembly and maintenance includes a silo body 1. A first fixing plate 2 is fixedly connected to the top of the silo body 1. An RF level gauge 3 is installed on the inner surface of the top of the silo body 1. The RF level gauge 3 can monitor the material height in real time within the silo body 1, thus facilitating production. A housing 4 is fixedly connected to the top of the silo body 1. A disassembly and assembly mechanism 5 is installed at the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing 4, which facilitates the disassembly and assembly of the RF level gauge 3. Through the cooperation of the disassembly and assembly mechanism 5 and the first fixing plate 2, the RF level gauge 3 can be easily disassembled and assembled without the need for multiple tools, thus preventing the loss or damage of parts due to cumbersome disassembly and assembly, preventing economic losses, and improving maintenance efficiency, enabling production to resume quickly and normally. A connecting plate 6 is installed at the bottom of the disassembly and assembly mechanism 5, and a RF level gauge is installed on one side of the connecting plate 6. The cleaning sleeve 7 for cleaning the level gauge 3 is made of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). PTFE has an extremely low dielectric constant, resulting in minimal interference with the penetration and reflection of radio frequency signals. This does not weaken the measurement sensitivity of the RF level gauge 3. Furthermore, its strong anti-adhesion properties and extremely low surface tension prevent common adhesive materials in the silo, such as flour, cement, asphalt, feed, and chemical adhesives, from adhering. The surface of the cleaning sleeve 7 is not prone to material accumulation, facilitating cleaning. The disassembly and assembly mechanism 5 simultaneously moves the connecting plate 6 and the cleaning sleeve 7 up and down on the outer surface of the RF level gauge 3's detection point within the silo for cleaning. Cleaning can be performed during disassembly and assembly, facilitating direct maintenance without the need for transport to a cleaning area. This not only prevents collision damage during transport but also reduces maintenance time, preventing any impact on production efficiency.
[0023] The disassembly / assembly mechanism 5 includes a threaded rod 501 rotatably connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing 4. A threaded plate 502 is threadedly connected to the outer surface of the threaded rod 501. A slidable plate 503 is slidably connected to one side of the threaded plate 502. Springs 504 are fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the other side of the slidable plate 503. A second fixing plate 505 is fixedly connected to the other side of the spring 504. A handle 506 is fixedly connected to the top of the threaded rod 501. The other side of the spring 504 is fixedly connected to one side of the inner cavity of the housing 4. The top of the threaded rod 501 passes through the top of the housing 4 and is rotatably connected to its inner wall. The threaded plate 502... A first guide block 8 is fixedly connected to one side of the box body 4. A first guide groove 9 is provided on one side of the inner cavity of the box body 4. The outer surface of the first guide block 8 is slidably connected to the inner surface of the first guide groove 9. A bearing seat is rotatably connected to the bottom of the threaded rod 501, and the other side of the bearing seat is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the box body 4. A second guide block 10 is fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the inclined plate 503. A second guide groove 11 is provided at the top and bottom of the inner cavity of the box body 4. The outer surface of the second guide block 10 is slidably connected to the inner surface of the second guide groove 11. Through the disassembly and assembly mechanism 5, the operator rotates the handle 50. 6 drives the threaded rod 501 to rotate, causing the threaded plate 502 to slide on one side of the inclined plate 503. This releases the pressure on the spring 504. The elasticity of the spring 504 then moves the second fixing plate 505 to one side, releasing the fixation on the RF level gauge 3. This allows the RF level gauge 3 to be easily pulled out and removed. During installation, the RF level gauge 3 is inserted into the mounting hole of the hopper body 1. Then, the reverse handle 506 drives the threaded rod 501 to reverse, causing the threaded plate 502 to slide to the other side, applying pressure to the inclined plate 503 and the spring 504. The inclined plate 503 then moves the second fixing plate 505 to the other side. The lateral movement is achieved by fixing the radio frequency level gauge 3 to the first fixed plate 2, thus enabling disassembly and maintenance. The first guide block 8 and the first guide groove 9 allow the threaded plate 502 to move up and down, making it more stable during the movement. The bearings support the rotation of the threaded rod 501, reducing friction during rotation and making it more stable. The second guide block 10 and the second guide groove 11 limit the movement of the inclined plate 503, making its movement more stable and preventing the spring 504 from shifting in angle.
[0024] It is worth noting that the technical features such as the radio frequency level gauge 3 proposed in this technical solution should be regarded as prior art. The specific structure, working principle, control method and spatial arrangement of these technical features can be selected using conventional methods in this field. This technical solution will not elaborate further.
[0025] Working principle: First, the operator rotates the handle 506, which drives the threaded rod 501 to rotate. The threaded rod 501 drives the threaded plate 502 to slide on one side of the inclined plate 503, which can release the pressure on the spring 504. The elasticity of the spring 504 drives the second fixing plate 505 to move to one side, which releases the fixation on the RF level gauge 3, making it easy to pull out and remove the RF level gauge 3 directly. During installation, the RF level gauge 3 is inserted into the mounting hole of the silo body 1. Then, the handle 506 is reversed to drive the threaded rod 501 to reverse, which drives the threaded plate 502 to slide to the other side, applying pressure to the inclined plate 503 and the spring 504. The inclined plate 503 drives the second fixing plate 505 to move to the other side, and fixes the RF level gauge 3 through the first fixing plate 2, which can facilitate disassembly and assembly. At the same time as disassembly and assembly, the threaded plate 502 drives the connecting plate 6 to move up and down. The connecting plate 6 drives the cleaning sleeve 7 to move up and down on the outer surface of the RF level gauge 3 detection point in the silo for cleaning.
[0026] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.
[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 material level meter for a silo, which is convenient to disassemble and overhaul, comprising a silo body (1) and a first fixed plate (2) fixedly connected to the top of the silo body, characterized in that, Also includes: The radio frequency level gauge (3) is installed on the inner surface of the top of the silo body (1). The top of the silo body (1) is fixedly connected to a box (4). The bottom of the inner cavity of the box (4) is equipped with a disassembly and assembly mechanism (5) that allows the radio frequency level gauge (3) to be disassembled and assembled easily. A connecting plate (6) is installed at the bottom of the disassembly and assembly mechanism (5), and a cleaning sleeve (7) for cleaning the radio frequency level gauge (3) is installed on one side of the connecting plate (6).
2. A level meter for a bin according to claim 1, wherein: The disassembly and assembly mechanism (5) includes a threaded rod (501) rotatably connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the housing (4). The outer surface of the threaded rod (501) is threadedly connected to a threaded plate (502). One side of the threaded plate (502) is slidably connected to an inclined plate (503). The top and bottom of the other side of the inclined plate (503) are fixedly connected to springs (504). The other side of the spring (504) is fixedly connected to a second fixing plate (505). The top of the threaded rod (501) is fixedly connected to a throttle (506).
3. A level meter for a bin according to claim 2, wherein: A first guide block (8) is fixedly connected to one side of the threaded plate (502), and a first guide groove (9) is provided on one side of the inner cavity of the box (4). The outer surface of the first guide block (8) is slidably connected to the inner surface of the first guide groove (9).
4. The level meter for a bin according to claim 1, wherein: The cleaning sleeve (7) is made of polytetrafluoroethylene.
5. A level meter for a bin according to claim 2, wherein: The bottom of the threaded rod (501) is rotatably connected to a bearing seat, and the other side of the bearing seat is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner cavity of the box (4).
6. A level meter for a bin according to claim 2, wherein: The top and bottom of the inclined plate (503) are fixedly connected with a second guide block (10), and the top and bottom of the inner cavity of the box (4) are provided with a second guide groove (11). The outer surface of the second guide block (10) is slidably connected to the inner surface of the second guide groove (11).