A water meter remote transmission device
By designing a split-type water meter remote transmission device and using ring clamps and locks for fixation, installation and disassembly are simplified, solving the problems of traditional water meter remote transmission modules being unable to be replaced individually and having complex installations. This achieves efficient and low-cost maintenance of water meter remote transmission devices.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202522461262.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-11-20
AI Technical Summary
The existing water meter remote transmission modules cannot be replaced individually, and the installation process is complicated, resulting in high operating costs and low efficiency.
A split-type water meter remote transmission device was designed, which is fixed to the water meter by a ring clamp and a buckle. The buckle design simplifies the installation and disassembly process. Circuit board slots and battery support ribs are set in the main housing to reduce the size. Waterproof adhesive layer and sealing strip are used to improve waterproof performance. Antenna cover protects the antenna.
It enables the individual replacement of the water meter remote transmission module, simplifies the installation and maintenance process, reduces costs, improves installation efficiency, and ensures that the equipment works normally in humid environments.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water meter reading technology, and in particular to a water meter remote transmission device. Background Technology
[0002] In the field of water meter reading technology, the application of remote water meter transmission devices is becoming increasingly widespread. Currently, there are various types of remote water meter transmission modules on the market, but they have several shortcomings. Some remote water meter transmission modules are sold as part of the water meter; if the transmission module malfunctions, it cannot be replaced separately, requiring the entire water meter to be replaced, which is a significant limitation and increases usage costs. Other remote water meter transmission modules, while capable of being installed and replaced on the water meter later, involve a complex installation process requiring multiple tools and cumbersome steps, resulting in low installation efficiency and hindering large-scale adoption. Utility Model Content
[0003] The technical objective of this utility model is to provide a water meter remote transmission device that addresses the shortcomings of the prior art. This water meter remote transmission device can be replaced individually, reducing costs, and can be quickly installed and disassembled. It solves the problems of complex installation and inconvenient replacement of traditional water meter remote transmission modules, thereby improving installation and maintenance efficiency.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a water meter remote transmission device, including a main housing, a circuit board, a battery, an antenna, and an infrared sensor. The circuit board, battery, antenna, and infrared sensor are respectively disposed in the main housing. The main housing is connected to the water meter by an annular clamp. The annular clamp is locked or released by a latch. A locking cover is provided on the outside of the latch. A circuit board slot is provided in the main housing. The circuit board is inserted into the circuit board slot and fixed by a circuit board locking post. A battery support rib is provided in the main housing. The battery is fixed by the battery support rib. An antenna cover is provided on the outside of the antenna. A compartment cover is provided on the side of the main housing. The compartment cover and the main housing adopt a snap-fit design and can be directly snapped onto the main housing.
[0005] The compartment cover is provided with a transparent window, which is located on the compartment cover at the position corresponding to the infrared sensor.
[0006] The upper part of the ring-shaped clamp is provided with a cover.
[0007] The distance between the battery and the circuit board is less than 7mm.
[0008] The inner cavity of the main housing is filled with a waterproof adhesive layer.
[0009] The latch is made of stainless steel.
[0010] The battery support ribs are integrally formed with the main housing.
[0011] The transparent window is made of transparent acrylic material.
[0012] The inner wall of the compartment cover is equipped with a sealing strip.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the remote water meter transmission device of this utility model has the following outstanding advantages: This utility model is separate from the water meter, and can be replaced separately, reducing the cost of use and maintenance.
[0014] This utility model uses a ring clamp to fix the device to the water meter, and then the clamp can be tightened or loosened by a buckle. Through the cooperation of the ring clamp and the buckle, the installation and disassembly of the device can be completed quickly without complicated tools, which solves the problems of complicated installation and inconvenient replacement of traditional water meter remote transmission modules, and improves installation and maintenance efficiency.
[0015] The circuit board is fixed in place by the circuit board retainer, which is simple in structure and reduces the overall cost of the product.
[0016] By reducing the distance between the battery and the circuit board to less than 7mm, the overall size of the product is significantly reduced, the requirements for the installation environment are lowered, and ample operating space is provided for later maintenance and replacement.
[0017] The radome protects the antenna from damage; the inner cavity potting effectively solves the waterproofing problem, ensuring the equipment can work normally in humid environments; the sealing strip on the inner wall of the cover further enhances the equipment's sealing performance.
[0018] The compartment cover and the main housing use a snap-fit design, allowing it to be directly snapped onto the main housing. The assembly process is simple and convenient, improving assembly efficiency.
[0019] The transparent window on the cover ensures the smooth transmission of infrared signals, facilitates infrared communication for the equipment, and meets the communication needs of the water meter remote transmission equipment. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Appendix Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional water meter remote transmission device Figure 1 ; Appendix Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional water meter remote transmission device Figure 2 ; Appendix Figure 3 This is an exploded view of a water meter remote transmission device; Appendix Figure 4 This is a top view of the water meter remote transmission device; Appendix Figure 5 yes Figure 4 The AA section view shown; Appendix Figure 6 yes Figure 5The BB section view shown; Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Main housing, 2. Circuit board, 3. Battery, 4. Infrared sensor, 5. Ring clamp, 6. Lock, 7. Lock cover, 8. Circuit board slot, 9. Circuit board post, 10. Battery support rib, 11. Antenna cover, 12. Compartment cover, 13. Transparent window, 14. Watch cover. Detailed Implementation
[0021] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figure 1 To be continued Figure 6 The following is a detailed description of a water meter remote transmission device according to this utility model.
[0022] The present invention relates to a water meter remote transmission device, the structure of which includes a main housing 1, a circuit board 2, a battery 3, an antenna and an infrared sensor 4, wherein the circuit board 2, the battery 3, the antenna and the infrared sensor 4 are respectively disposed inside the main housing 1.
[0023] The main housing 1 is connected to the water meter via an annular clamp 5. The annular clamp 5 is locked or released by a latch 6. A latch cover 7 is provided on the outside of the latch 6. The annular clamp 5 is used to fix the equipment on the water meter. The latch 6 can lock or release the annular clamp 5. The installation and disassembly of the equipment can be completed quickly by operating the latch 6. After the operation is completed, the latch cover 7 is closed on the outside of the latch 6, which can protect the latch 6 and ensure the appearance of the equipment.
[0024] The main housing 1 is equipped with a circuit board slot 8. The circuit board 2 is inserted into the circuit board slot 8 and fixed by the circuit board retaining post 9 to prevent the circuit board 2 from loosening during use. This fixing method is simple and reduces the overall product cost. The main housing 1 is also equipped with a battery support rib 10. The battery 3 is fixed by the battery support rib 10, which provides support and fixation for the battery 3. The distance between the battery 3 and the circuit board 2 is less than 7mm, which significantly reduces the overall product size and solves the problem of large space occupation in traditional equipment. The antenna is equipped with an antenna cover 11 on the outside, which can effectively protect the antenna and prevent it from being damaged during use.
[0025] The inner cavity of the main housing is filled with a waterproof adhesive layer, which is an epoxy resin potting compound. The waterproof adhesive layer covers the gap between the circuit board 2, the battery 3 and the inner wall of the main housing, effectively solving the waterproof problem of the equipment. Compared with other waterproofing methods, it is simple to operate and has a lower cost.
[0026] A compartment cover 12 is provided on the side of the main housing 1. The compartment cover 12 adopts a snap-fit design with the main housing 1, and can be directly snapped onto the main housing 1. The assembly process is simple and convenient, improving assembly efficiency.
[0027] The compartment cover 12 is provided with a transparent window 13, which is positioned on the compartment cover 12 corresponding to the position of the infrared sensor 4. The transparent window 13 facilitates the transmission of infrared signals and enables infrared communication.
[0028] The upper part of the annular clamp 5 is provided with a cover 14.
[0029] The locking buckle 6 is made of stainless steel to ensure sufficient locking strength. It has high strength and corrosion resistance, ensuring a long-term stable locking effect.
[0030] The battery support rib 10 and the main shell 1 are integrally formed, which improves the stability of the structure.
[0031] The transparent window 13 is made of transparent acrylic material to ensure that infrared signals can be transmitted normally.
[0032] The inner wall of the cover 12 is provided with a sealing strip to enhance the sealing performance of the equipment and improve the waterproof effect.
[0033] The embodiments listed above are for understanding the present utility model only and are not intended to limit the technical solutions described herein. Those skilled in the art can make various changes or modifications based on the technical solutions described in the claims, and all equivalent changes or modifications should be covered within the scope of protection of the claims of the present utility model. Any aspects not detailed in the present utility model are well-known to those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A water meter remote transmission device, comprising a main housing, a circuit board, a battery, an antenna, and an infrared sensor, wherein the circuit board, battery, antenna, and infrared sensor are respectively disposed within the main housing, characterized in that: The main housing is connected to the water meter by a ring clamp. The ring clamp is locked or released by a buckle. A lock cover is provided on the outside of the buckle. A circuit board slot is provided inside the main housing. The circuit board is inserted into the circuit board slot and fixed by the circuit board post. A battery support rib is provided inside the main housing. The battery is fixed by the battery support rib. An antenna cover is provided on the outside of the antenna. A compartment cover is provided on the side of the main housing.
2. The water meter remote transmission device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The compartment cover is provided with a transparent window, which is located on the compartment cover at the position corresponding to the infrared sensor.
3. The water meter remote transmission device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper part of the ring-shaped clamp is provided with a cover.
4. The water meter remote transmission device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The distance between the battery and the circuit board is less than 7mm.
5. A water meter remote transmission device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner cavity of the main housing is filled with a waterproof adhesive layer.
6. A water meter remote transmission device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The latch is made of stainless steel.
7. A water meter remote transmission device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The battery support ribs are integrally formed with the main housing.
8. A water meter remote transmission device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The transparent window is made of transparent acrylic material.
9. A water meter remote transmission device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the compartment cover is equipped with a sealing strip.