Double-line board double-battery ultrasonic watch

The ultrasonic water meter, with its dual circuit board and dual battery design, solves the problems of high cost and frequent battery replacement caused by the integration of metering and transmission modules in existing technologies. It enables flexible module replacement, extended battery life, and anti-tamper alarm functions, reducing maintenance costs and improving the compatibility and stability of the equipment.

CN224552465UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-24SANCHUAN WISDOM TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SANCHUAN WISDOM TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-01
Publication Date
2026-07-24

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Technical Problem

Existing smart ultrasonic water meters use an integrated design for the metering and transmission modules, resulting in shared circuit boards and batteries, which increases design costs and battery replacement frequency, makes them incompatible with different transmission modules, and raises maintenance costs.

Method used

It adopts a dual circuit board and dual battery design. The metering module and the transmission module use independent circuit boards and batteries respectively, and transmit data through magnetic or infrared communication components. Magnets and magnetic sensing components are used for tamper alarm. The enclosure design facilitates module and battery replacement.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible replacement of transmission modules and extends battery life, reduces maintenance costs and improves assembly efficiency, while also having anti-tampering features, enhancing equipment compatibility and lifespan.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of double line board double battery ultrasonic watch, including base table, the base table top is equipped with metering module, the metering module top is equipped with transmission module, the metering module and transmission module are equipped with battery, circuit board and communication component in both;Metering module and transmission module between by the communication component carry out data transmission, the circuit board in metering module is connected with the ultrasonic sensor in the base table by wire.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an intelligent ultrasonic water meter, and more particularly to a dual-circuit board dual-battery ultrasonic meter. Background Technology

[0002] Ultrasonic smart water meters are water meters that use ultrasonic sensors to calculate water flow. With the rise of smart water meters, ultrasonic water meters have also begun to develop towards intelligence. However, unlike mechanical water meters, the metering module of an ultrasonic water meter does not use a mechanical structure, thus requiring a specific protocol for communication. Furthermore, the transmission module responsible for uploading data varies depending on the requirements of each water company. Currently, the metering and transmission modules of smart ultrasonic water meters use an integrated design, sharing a circuit board and power supply. When the design of the transmission module changes, the entire circuit board needs to be redesigned, leading to increased costs. Moreover, sharing a power supply between the metering and transmission modules significantly increases the frequency of battery replacements, resulting in higher maintenance costs in the long run. Utility Model Content

[0003] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a dual-circuit board, dual-battery ultrasonic meter, where the metering module and the transmission module each use their own circuit board and battery, facilitating the replacement of the transmission module and battery. To achieve the above objective, this utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] (II) Technical Solution

[0006] A dual-circuit board, dual-battery ultrasonic meter includes a base meter, a metering module on top of the base meter, and a transmission module on top of the metering module. Both the metering module and the transmission module contain a battery, a circuit board, and a communication component. Data is transmitted between the metering module and the transmission module through the communication component. The circuit board in the metering module is connected to the ultrasonic sensor in the base meter via a wire.

[0007] Furthermore, at least one magnet is provided between the metering module and the transmission module, and both the metering module and the transmission module are provided with magnetic sensing components capable of sensing the magnet.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes a housing, in which the base meter, metering module and transmission module are all housed.

[0009] Furthermore, the housing includes a base plate and a cover, wherein the base meter and metering module are placed between the base plate and the cover, and the transmission module is inserted into the cover from above and covered by the top cover.

[0010] Furthermore, the cover has a battery hole that communicates with the battery compartment of the metering module. The battery hole is covered by a battery cover, and the end of the battery cover is embedded in the end of the battery compartment of the metering module.

[0011] Furthermore, the cover has an opening opposite the viewing window of the metering module and is equipped with a flip cover.

[0012] Furthermore, the communication method of the communication component is magnetic communication, that is, magnetic transmission components are provided at the top of the metering module and the bottom of the transmission module, and the two magnetic transmission components are connected by magnetic force.

[0013] Furthermore, the communication component uses infrared communication as its communication method.

[0014] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0015] This utility model has significant advantages and beneficial effects compared with the prior art, specifically:

[0016] 1. By designing the metering module and the transmission module separately, it is convenient to replace the transmission module individually according to customer needs, thereby being compatible with various communication methods and reducing costs; at the same time, the metering module and the transmission module use their own batteries, which are easy to replace and greatly extend the battery life, reducing the later maintenance costs.

[0017] 2. At least one magnet is installed between the metering module and the transmission module, and both the metering module and the transmission module are equipped with magnetic sensing components that can sense the magnet. When the metering module and the transmission module are separated, the system will sound an alarm to prevent unauthorized personnel from removing the relevant modules and to achieve the anti-tampering function.

[0018] 3. The metering module and the transmission module are separated by a cover, which facilitates the replacement of the transmission module separately. The transmission module can be installed after the base meter and metering module are assembled together, which improves assembly efficiency.

[0019] 4. The cover has a battery hole that communicates with the battery compartment of the metering module. This battery hole is covered by a battery cover, the end of which is embedded in the end of the battery compartment of the metering module. This allows the battery of the metering module to be replaced from the outside without disassembling the casing, which is convenient and quick. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The present invention will now be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3This is a cross-sectional view of the metering module and the transmission module.

[0024] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0025] 1. Base meter 2. Metering module 3. Transmission module

[0026] 4. Magnet; 5. Base plate; 6. Cover body

[0027] 7. Top cover 8. Flip cover 9. Battery cover

[0028] 10. Circuit Board Detailed Implementation

[0029] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0031] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0032] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0033] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0034] Please see Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a dual-circuit board, dual-battery ultrasonic meter includes a base meter 1. A metering module 2 is provided on the top of the base meter 1, and a transmission module 3 is provided on the top of the metering module 2. Both the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 contain a battery (not shown), a circuit board 10, and a communication component. Data is transmitted between the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 through the communication component. The circuit board 10 in the metering module 2 is connected to the ultrasonic sensor in the base meter 1 through a wire.

[0035] By designing the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 separately, it is convenient to replace the transmission module 3 individually according to customer needs, thereby ensuring compatibility with various communication methods and reducing costs. At the same time, the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 use their own batteries, which are easy to replace and greatly extend the battery life, reducing the later maintenance costs.

[0036] To prevent unauthorized personnel from removing the relevant modules, at least one magnet 4 is provided between the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3, and both the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 are equipped with magnetic sensing components that can sense the magnet 4. When the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 are separated, the system will sound an alarm to achieve the anti-tampering function.

[0037] It is worth mentioning that, to improve the structural stability of the water meter, the base meter 1, metering module 2, and transmission module 3 are all housed within a single casing. This casing includes a base plate 5 and a cover 6. The base meter 1 and metering module 2 are positioned between the base plate 5 and the cover 6, while the transmission module 3 is placed inside the cover 6 from above and covered by a top cover 7. The cover 6 separates the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3, facilitating the individual replacement of the transmission module 3. The transmission module 3 can be installed after the base meter 1 and metering module 2 have been assembled, improving assembly efficiency.

[0038] It is understood that the cover 6 has a battery hole that communicates with the battery compartment of the metering module 2. This battery hole is covered by a battery cover 9, and the end of the battery cover 9 is embedded in the end of the battery compartment of the metering module 2. This allows the battery of the metering module 2 to be replaced from the outside without disassembling the casing.

[0039] It should be noted that if either the metering module 2 or the transmission module 3 loses power, the system will also issue an alarm.

[0040] To facilitate on-site reading, the cover 6 has an opening opposite to the viewing window of the metering module 2 and is equipped with a flip cover 8.

[0041] Preferably, the communication method of the communication components between the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 is infrared communication, which is a mature and stable technology with a simple structure.

[0042] Of course, the communication method of the communication component can also be magnetic communication, that is, the top of the metering module 2 and the bottom of the transmission module 3 are both equipped with magnetic transmission components, and the two magnetic transmission components are driven by magnetic force. This method helps to reduce structural seams between the top of the metering module 2 and the transmission module 3 and improve protection performance.

[0043] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not constitute any limitation on the technical scope of the present utility model. Therefore, any minor modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A dual-circuit board, dual-battery ultrasonic meter, comprising a base meter (1), characterized in that: The base meter (1) is provided with a metering module (2) on top, and a transmission module (3) is provided on top of the metering module (2). Both the metering module (2) and the transmission module (3) are provided with a battery, a circuit board (10) and a communication component. The metering module (2) and the transmission module (3) transmit data through the communication component. The circuit board (10) in the metering module (2) is connected to the ultrasonic sensor in the base meter (1) through a wire.

2. The dual-circuit board, dual-battery ultrasonic meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one magnet (4) is provided between the metering module (2) and the transmission module (3), and both the metering module (2) and the transmission module (3) are provided with magnetic sensing components that can sense the magnet (4).

3. The dual-circuit board dual-battery ultrasonic meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a housing, in which the base meter (1), metering module (2) and transmission module (3) are all placed.

4. The dual-circuit board dual-battery ultrasonic meter according to claim 3, characterized in that: The housing includes a base plate (5) and a cover (6), wherein the base meter (1) and the metering module (2) are placed between the base plate (5) and the cover (6), and the transmission module (3) is inserted into the cover (6) from above and covered by the top cover (7).

5. The dual-circuit board dual-battery ultrasonic meter according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cover (6) has a battery hole that communicates with the battery compartment of the metering module (2). The battery hole is covered by a battery cover (9), and the end of the battery cover (9) is embedded in the end of the battery compartment of the metering module (2).

6. The dual-circuit board dual-battery ultrasonic meter according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cover (6) has an opening opposite to the viewing window of the metering module (2) and is equipped with a flip cover (8).

7. The dual-circuit board dual-battery ultrasonic meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The communication method of the communication component is magnetic communication, that is, the top of the metering module (2) and the bottom of the transmission module (3) are both equipped with magnetic transmission components, and the two magnetic transmission components are driven by magnetic force.

8. The dual-circuit board dual-battery ultrasonic meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The communication component uses infrared communication.