A metering joint box adapter
Through the innovative design of the metering junction box adapter, and by utilizing the left and right L-shaped carrier components and support rod structure, a non-intrusive operation is achieved during the replacement of electricity meters, solving the problem of power outages and improving safety and equipment versatility.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202521692370.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-14
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-08-11
AI Technical Summary
During the replacement of electricity meters, existing technology requires disconnecting the electricity meter's wiring, which leads to power outages and affects the normal operation of downstream electrical equipment.
Design a metering junction box adapter, which achieves effective connection of the metering junction box by combining left and right L-shaped carriers, support rods, probe modules and adapter locking knobs, ensuring power supply continuity.
It enables contactless operation during the replacement of electricity meters, improves the safety and power supply continuity of live replacement, and solves the problems of poor compatibility and complicated operation of traditional junction boxes.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of power metering equipment technology, and in particular to a metering junction box adapter. Background Technology
[0002] The metering junction box (also known as the power metering junction box) is the core component of the secondary circuit of the power metering device. It is mainly used to connect the secondary wires of the voltage transformer (PT) and current transformer (CT) to the power meter after wiring distribution (or wiring convergence) through their terminals, so as to achieve accurate measurement of power.
[0003] During long-term operation, the internal components of an electricity meter may develop measurement errors due to aging and other factors, thus requiring periodic replacement of the meters in use. When replacing an electricity meter, the old meter must be removed from the metering junction box, and the new meter installed. This process inevitably requires disconnecting the meter's wiring, leading to power outages and affecting the normal operation of downstream electrical equipment.
[0004] Therefore, how to provide a metering junction box adapter to effectively transfer metering junction boxes, thereby improving the seamless replacement of electricity meters and ensuring the continuity of power supply, has become an urgent technical problem to be solved. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a metering junction box adapter to achieve effective connection of metering junction boxes, so as to improve the seamless replacement of electricity meters and ensure the continuity of power supply.
[0006] This utility model is implemented as follows: a metering junction box adapter, comprising:
[0007] A left L-shaped support member has three left locking holes on its side from right to left, a strip-shaped left sliding groove running through its top surface, and two vertical locking holes on its top surface that are connected to one of the left locking holes respectively; the line connecting the three left locking holes forms a right triangle.
[0008] A right L-shaped support member has three right locking holes that align with the left locking holes through its side, and a strip-shaped right sliding groove that extends downwards from its top surface; the right L-shaped support member is located on the right side of the left L-shaped support member; a limiting part is provided inside each of the right locking holes;
[0009] Three support rods, each with a section of internal thread at the right end; the left end of each support rod is inserted into a left locking hole, and the right end is inserted into a right locking hole, and abuts against the left side of the limiting part;
[0010] Two support rod locking knobs, with screws respectively threadedly connected to a vertical locking hole, and their lower ends respectively pressed onto a support rod;
[0011] Three screws are rotatably connected to the internal thread section of one of the support rods and abut against the right side of one of the limiting parts;
[0012] Several probe modules are fitted onto two of the support rods and are limited to sliding by the support rods;
[0013] Two adapter locking knobs are respectively located on the left L-shaped support and the right L-shaped support, and the screws pass through the left sliding groove and the right sliding groove and extend downwards a certain distance.
[0014] Furthermore, the probe module includes:
[0015] A left housing has a left receiving compartment, and two left through holes are provided on the other side of the left receiving compartment. A positioning post is provided in the middle of the two left through holes, and at least three female buckles are provided on the edge.
[0016] A right housing has a right receiving compartment that matches the left receiving compartment. On the other side of the right receiving compartment, there is a knob mounting seat and two right through holes that are directly opposite the left through hole. One of the right through holes passes through the knob mounting seat. A positioning sleeve is provided in the middle of the two right through holes, and at least three male buckles that match the female buckle are provided at the edges. The right housing is detachably connected to the left housing through the positioning sleeve, positioning post, male buckles, and female buckles.
[0017] A telescopic probe, with its main body located inside the left and right receiving compartments, and its telescopic end extending out of the left and right housings;
[0018] A positioning knob, with a screw rotatably connected to the knob mounting base and extending into the right through hole.
[0019] Furthermore, the probe module is fitted onto the support rod through the left and right through holes.
[0020] Furthermore, a locking hole is provided in the middle of the positioning post, and a countersunk hole is provided in the right housing at the positioning sleeve.
[0021] Furthermore, the top of the left housing is provided with a left probe wiring half hole communicating with the left receiving compartment, and the top of the right housing is provided with a right probe wiring half hole communicating with the right receiving compartment.
[0022] Furthermore, two of the support rods are arranged vertically.
[0023] The advantages of this utility model are:
[0024] 1. The adapter frame is formed by setting up a left L-shaped carrier, a right L-shaped carrier, a support rod, a support rod locking knob, screws, a probe module, and an adapter locking knob. The support rod is locked onto the left and right L-shaped carriers using the support rod locking knob and screws. The probe module is fitted onto the support rod, and the adapter locking knob is located on the left and right L-shaped carriers. When an adapter is needed, the position of the probe module is adjusted on the support rod so that the telescopic probes of the probe module are aligned with the corresponding probes. The conductive screw is used to lock the adapter onto the corresponding screw hole in the metering junction box via the adapter locking knob, pressing the telescopic probe onto the conductive screw. The probe tip can then be used for connection, allowing the backup energy meter to be connected via the probe module to maintain power continuity. After replacing the old energy meter connected to the metering junction box with the new one, the adapter can be removed. This effectively connects the metering junction box, greatly improving the seamlessness of energy meter replacement, significantly enhancing the safety of live meter replacement, and ensuring power continuity.
[0025] 2. An adjustable-width frame structure is formed by combining left / right L-shaped carriers with three support rods; the internal thread section at the right end of the support rod engages with a screw, and together with the limiting part, it achieves lateral locking; the vertical locking hole engages with the support rod locking knob to achieve longitudinal fixation, making the overall structure adaptable to junction boxes of different sizes; the left locking hole is distributed in a right-angled triangle, which, together with two vertically arranged support rods, enhances structural stability, prevents the probe module from shifting when sliding, solves the compatibility problem caused by the diverse specifications of traditional junction boxes, and improves the versatility of the equipment.
[0026] 3. The probe module is fitted onto the support rod through the left / right through holes and can move freely along the support rod's strip sliding groove to adapt to the position requirements of different wiring terminals; the positioning knob extends into the right through hole through the knob mounting base and directly presses against the support rod to achieve quick locking of the probe position; the left / right housings are closed by male and female snaps, and the positioning pin and positioning sleeve are nested to ensure closure accuracy, avoid accidental separation of the housings during operation, avoid repeated disassembly of screws, and improve operating efficiency and positioning accuracy.
[0027] 4. The telescopic probe is completely housed in the enclosed compartments of the left / right housing, with only the telescopic end exposed, preventing personnel from accidentally touching live parts; the top left / right probe wiring half-holes provide access channels for external cables, achieving isolation during live operation; the adapter locking knob extends downwards after passing through the sliding groove of the L-shaped carrier, and the entire adapter can be fixed with a single turn, without the need for multiple disassembly and assembly steps.
[0028] 5. Through an innovative adjustable frame structure (left / right L-shaped bearing components combined with triangularly distributed support rods and locking knobs), it achieves rapid adaptation and stable fixation for junction boxes of different specifications; its modular probe design combines high safety (enclosed shell isolates live parts) with ease of operation (sliding positioning and knob locking), greatly improving the efficiency of live-line work. At the same time, the triple locking mechanism and anti-disengagement design ensure long-term stability, comprehensively solving the industry pain points of traditional junction boxes such as complex operation, poor compatibility and high safety hazards. Attached Figure Description
[0029] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0030] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of a metering junction box adapter according to this utility model.
[0031] Figure 2 This is the second structural schematic diagram of a metering junction box adapter according to this utility model.
[0032] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the right L-shaped support member and the adapter locking knob of this utility model.
[0033] Figure 4 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the probe module of this utility model.
[0034] Figure 5 This is the second schematic diagram of the probe module of this utility model.
[0035] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the utility model in use.
[0036] Marker explanation:
[0037] 100 - A metering junction box adapter, 1 - Left L-shaped support, 2 - Right L-shaped support, 3 - Support rod, 4 - Support rod locking knob, 5 - Probe module, 6 - Adapter locking knob, 7 - Metering junction box, 11 - Left locking hole, 12 - Left sliding groove, 21 - Right locking hole, 22 - Right sliding groove, 211 - Limiting part, 51 - Left housing, 52 - Right housing, 53 - Telescopic probe, 54 - Positioning knob, 511 - Left receiving compartment, 512 - Left through hole, 513 - Positioning post, 5131 - Locking hole, 514 - Female buckle, 515 - Left probe wiring half hole, 521 - Right receiving compartment, 522 - Knob mounting base, 523 - Right through hole, 524 - Positioning sleeve, 5241 - Countersunk hole, 525 - Male buckle, 526 - Right probe wiring half hole, 71 - Conductive screw. Detailed Implementation
[0038] This utility model embodiment provides a metering junction box adapter 100, which solves the technical problem in the prior art that when replacing an electricity meter, it is necessary to remove the old electricity meter from the metering junction box and then install the new electricity meter into the metering junction box. This process inevitably requires disconnecting the electricity meter wiring. The adapter effectively transfers the metering junction box, greatly improving the seamless replacement of electricity meters and ensuring the continuity of power supply.
[0039] The technical solution in this utility model embodiment is to solve the above problems. The overall idea is as follows: The support rod 3 is locked to the bearing 1 / 2 by the support rod locking knob 4 and screws to form a stable foundation. The probe module 5 sleeved on it can slide and be positioned along the two vertical support rods 3. By tightening the positioning knob 54, the telescopic probe 53 is precisely aligned with the conductive screw 71 of the metering junction box 7. During installation, the adapter locking knob 6 passes through the sliding groove 12 / 22 of the bearing 1 / 2 to fix the whole to the metering junction box 7. The telescopic probe 53 is pressed down and pressed with the conductive screw 71 to form a temporary circuit. At this time, the backup energy meter is connected through the top of the probe module 5 to maintain the continuity of power supply. The main energy meter is safely replaced without power interruption. Finally, the adapter 100 is removed to restore the original wiring state, realizing the seamless operation of the entire energy meter replacement process.
[0040] To better understand the above technical solutions, the following will provide a detailed explanation of the technical solutions in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.
[0041] Please refer to Figures 1 to 6 As shown, a preferred embodiment of the metering junction box adapter 100 of this utility model includes:
[0042] A left L-shaped support member 1 has three left locking holes 11 on its side from right to left, a strip-shaped left sliding groove 12 extending downwards on its top surface, and two vertical locking holes (not shown) on its top surface from top to bottom that are respectively connected to one of the left locking holes 11; the line connecting the three left locking holes 11 forms a right triangle.
[0043] A right L-shaped support member 2 has three right locking holes 21 through its side, with positions matching the left locking hole 11, and a strip-shaped right sliding groove 22 through its top surface facing downwards; the right L-shaped support member 2 is located on the right side of the left L-shaped support member 1; a limiting part 211 is provided inside each of the right locking holes 21; the left sliding groove 12 and the right sliding groove 22 are used to limit the movement of the adapter locking knob 6 to match different models of metering junction boxes 7; the limiting part 211 is used for screw locking the support rod 3;
[0044] Three support rods 3, each with a section of internal thread (not shown) at the right end; the left end of each support rod 3 is inserted into a left locking hole 11, and the right end is inserted into a right locking hole 21, and abuts against the left side of the limiting part 211; the left L-shaped carrier 1, the right L-shaped carrier 2 and the support rods 3 form the frame of the adapter 100.
[0045] Two support rod locking knobs 4 are provided, with screws respectively threaded to a vertical locking hole, and their lower ends respectively pressed onto a support rod 3; the support rod locking knobs 4 are used to longitudinally lock the support rod 3;
[0046] Three screws (not shown) are rotatably connected to the internal thread section of one of the support rods 3 and abut against the right side of the limiting part 211; the screws are used to laterally lock the support rod 3.
[0047] Several probe modules 5 are sleeved on two of the support rods 3 and are limited to sliding by the support rods 3; the probe modules 5 are used to press with the conductive screws 71 to form a temporary circuit path.
[0048] Two adapter locking knobs 6 are respectively located on the left L-shaped support 1 and the right L-shaped support 2. The screws pass through the left sliding groove 12 and the right sliding groove 22 respectively and extend downwards by a certain distance. The adapter locking knobs 6 are used to install the adapter 100 on the metering junction box 7.
[0049] The probe module 5 includes:
[0050] A left housing 51 has a left receiving compartment 511. Two left through holes 512 are provided on the other side of the left receiving compartment 511. A positioning post 513 is provided in the middle of the two left through holes 512, and at least three female buckles 514 are provided on the edge.
[0051] A right housing 52 has a right receiving compartment 521 that matches the left receiving compartment 511. On the other side of the right receiving compartment 521, there is a knob mounting seat 522 and two right through holes 523 that are directly opposite the left through hole 512. One of the right through holes 523 passes through the knob mounting seat 522. A positioning sleeve 524 is provided in the middle of the two right through holes 523, and at least three male buckles 525 that match the female buckle 514 are provided on the edge. The right housing 52 is detachably connected to the left housing 51 through the positioning sleeve 524, the positioning post 513, the male buckles 525 and the female buckles 514.
[0052] A telescopic probe 53, with its main body located in the left receiving chamber 511 and the right receiving chamber 521, and its telescopic end extending out of the left housing 51 and the right housing 52, is used to press the conductive screw 71 of the metering junction box 7.
[0053] A positioning knob 54 is provided, with a screw connected to the knob mounting base 522 and extending into the right through hole 523, for fixing the position of the probe module 5 on the support rod 3.
[0054] The probe module 5 is fitted onto the support rod 3 through the left through hole 512 and the right through hole 523.
[0055] The positioning post 513 has a locking hole 5131 in the middle, and the right housing 52 has a countersunk hole 5241 at the positioning sleeve 524 for locking the left housing 51 and the right housing 52.
[0056] The top of the left housing 51 is provided with a left probe wiring half hole 515 communicating with the left receiving compartment 511, and the top of the right housing 52 is provided with a right probe wiring half hole 526 communicating with the right receiving compartment 521; the left probe wiring half hole 515 and the right probe wiring half hole 526 form a probe wiring hole for wiring the top of the telescopic probe 53.
[0057] Two of the support rods 3 are arranged vertically.
[0058] Working principle of this utility model:
[0059] When it is necessary to replace the old energy meter (not shown) connected to the metering junction box 7, first install the adapter 100 on the metering junction box 7, that is, adjust the position of the probe module 5 so that the telescopic probe 53 is aligned with the conductive screw 71 of the metering junction box 7, then tighten the positioning knob 54 to fix the position of the probe module 5, then pass the adapter locking knob 6 through the sliding groove 12 / 22 to fix the whole to the metering junction box 7, press down the telescopic probe 53 and the conductive screw 71 to form a temporary circuit path, at this time, the backup energy meter (not shown) is connected through the top of the probe module 5 to maintain the continuity of power supply, and the old energy meter is safely replaced with a new energy meter (not shown) without power interruption. Finally, remove the adapter 100 to restore the original wiring state.
[0060] In summary, the advantages of this utility model are as follows:
[0061] 1. The adapter frame is formed by setting up a left L-shaped carrier, a right L-shaped carrier, a support rod, a support rod locking knob, screws, a probe module, and an adapter locking knob. The support rod is locked onto the left and right L-shaped carriers using the support rod locking knob and screws. The probe module is fitted onto the support rod, and the adapter locking knob is located on the left and right L-shaped carriers. When an adapter is needed, the position of the probe module is adjusted on the support rod so that the telescopic probes of the probe module are aligned with the corresponding probes. The conductive screw is used to lock the adapter onto the corresponding screw hole in the metering junction box via the adapter locking knob, pressing the telescopic probe onto the conductive screw. The probe tip can then be used for connection, allowing the backup energy meter to be connected via the probe module to maintain power continuity. After replacing the old energy meter connected to the metering junction box with the new one, the adapter can be removed. This effectively connects the metering junction box, greatly improving the seamlessness of energy meter replacement, significantly enhancing the safety of live meter replacement, and ensuring power continuity.
[0062] 2. An adjustable-width frame structure is formed by combining left / right L-shaped carriers with three support rods; the internal thread section at the right end of the support rod engages with a screw, and together with the limiting part, it achieves lateral locking; the vertical locking hole engages with the support rod locking knob to achieve longitudinal fixation, making the overall structure adaptable to junction boxes of different sizes; the left locking hole is distributed in a right-angled triangle, which, together with two vertically arranged support rods, enhances structural stability, prevents the probe module from shifting when sliding, solves the compatibility problem caused by the diverse specifications of traditional junction boxes, and improves the versatility of the equipment.
[0063] 3. The probe module is fitted onto the support rod through the left / right through holes and can move freely along the support rod's strip sliding groove to adapt to the position requirements of different wiring terminals; the positioning knob extends into the right through hole through the knob mounting base and directly presses against the support rod to achieve quick locking of the probe position; the left / right housings are closed by male and female snaps, and the positioning pin and positioning sleeve are nested to ensure closure accuracy, avoid accidental separation of the housings during operation, avoid repeated disassembly of screws, and improve operating efficiency and positioning accuracy.
[0064] 4. The telescopic probe is completely housed in the enclosed compartments of the left / right housing, with only the telescopic end exposed, preventing personnel from accidentally touching live parts; the top left / right probe wiring half-holes provide access channels for external cables, achieving isolation during live operation; the adapter locking knob extends downwards after passing through the sliding groove of the L-shaped carrier, and the entire adapter can be fixed with a single turn, without the need for multiple disassembly and assembly steps.
[0065] 5. Through an innovative adjustable frame structure (left / right L-shaped bearing components combined with triangularly distributed support rods and locking knobs), it achieves rapid adaptation and stable fixation for junction boxes of different specifications; its modular probe design combines high safety (enclosed shell isolates live parts) with ease of operation (sliding positioning and knob locking), greatly improving the efficiency of live-line work. At the same time, the triple locking mechanism and anti-disengagement design ensure long-term stability, comprehensively solving the industry pain points of traditional junction boxes such as complex operation, poor compatibility and high safety hazards.
[0066] While specific embodiments of the present invention have been described above, those skilled in the art should understand that the specific embodiments described are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Equivalent modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art in accordance with the spirit of the present invention should be covered within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.
Claims
1. A metering junction box adapter, characterized in that: include: A left L-shaped support member has three left locking holes on its side from right to left, a strip-shaped left sliding groove running through its top surface, and two vertical locking holes on its top surface that are connected to one of the left locking holes respectively; the line connecting the three left locking holes forms a right triangle. A right L-shaped support member has three right locking holes that align with the left locking holes through its side, and a strip-shaped right sliding groove that extends downwards from its top surface; the right L-shaped support member is located on the right side of the left L-shaped support member; a limiting part is provided inside each of the right locking holes; Three support rods, each with a section of internal thread at the right end; the left end of each support rod is inserted into a left locking hole, and the right end is inserted into a right locking hole, and abuts against the left side of the limiting part; Two support rod locking knobs, with screws respectively threadedly connected to a vertical locking hole, and their lower ends respectively pressed onto a support rod; Three screws are rotatably connected to the internal thread section of one of the support rods and abut against the right side of one of the limiting parts; Several probe modules are fitted onto two of the support rods and are limited to sliding by the support rods; Two adapter locking knobs are respectively located on the left L-shaped support and the right L-shaped support, and the screws pass through the left sliding groove and the right sliding groove and extend downwards a certain distance.
2. The metering junction box adapter as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The probe module includes: A left housing has a left receiving compartment, and two left through holes are provided on the other side of the left receiving compartment. A positioning post is provided in the middle of the two left through holes, and at least three female buckles are provided on the edge. A right housing has a right receiving compartment that matches the left receiving compartment. On the other side of the right receiving compartment, there is a knob mounting seat and two right through holes that are directly opposite the left through hole. One of the right through holes passes through the knob mounting seat. A positioning sleeve is provided in the middle of the two right through holes, and at least three male buckles that match the female buckle are provided at the edges. The right housing is detachably connected to the left housing through the positioning sleeve, positioning post, male buckles, and female buckles. A telescopic probe, with its main body located inside the left and right receiving compartments, and its telescopic end extending out of the left and right housings; A positioning knob, with a screw rotatably connected to the knob mounting base and extending into the right through hole.
3. A metering junction box adapter as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The probe module is fitted onto the support rod through the left and right through holes.
4. A metering junction box adapter as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The positioning post has a locking hole in the middle, and the right housing has a countersunk hole at the positioning sleeve.
5. A metering junction box adapter as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the left housing is provided with a left probe wiring half hole communicating with the left receiving compartment, and the top of the right housing is provided with a right probe wiring half hole communicating with the right receiving compartment.
6. A metering junction box adapter as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Two of the support rods are arranged vertically.