Electronic Meter Holder Conversion via Segmented Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions do not provide a flexible and weather-resistant method to convert mechanical meter installations to electronic household meter installations in both indoor and outdoor meter and distribution cabinets without requiring a new mounting structure or cabinet.
Innovation Solution
A holder design that allows for the easy conversion of mechanical meters to electronic household meters by using a hood with sealing features and adapters, which can be securely attached to existing support profile rails, ensuring weatherproofing for outdoor installations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If mechanical meters are installed in outdoor cabinets, then the cabinet structure is designed for mechanical mounting, but converting to electronic meters requires replacing the entire mounting structure or cabinet
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure is divided into separate functional components: the existing support profiles remain in place, while a new holder assembly with hood and sealing elements is added as a distinct module. This segmentation allows electronic meters to be mounted without removing or modifying the original mechanical mounting infrastructure.
Solution Approach 2:
A holder assembly acts as an intermediary component between the existing support profiles and the electronic meter. The holder includes a hood with sealing elements that interface with both the mounting structure and the meter, enabling compatibility between different meter types while preserving the original cabinet structure.
2Reliability
If electronic meters are installed in outdoor cabinets, then weatherproofing is required, but adding sealing features increases mounting complexity
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple functions are merged into a single integrated holder assembly: mechanical mounting to support profiles, weatherproofing through integrated sealing elements, and physical protection via the hood. This consolidation achieves reliable weather resistance without proportionally increasing complexity, as the sealing features are built into the holder rather than added as separate components.
3Ease of manufacture
If existing support profiles are reused for electronic meters, then installation cost is reduced, but the holder design must accommodate both mechanical and electronic meter mounting requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The holder assembly is designed as a universal mounting solution that can accommodate different meter types (mechanical or electronic) while interfacing with standard support profiles. The holder's mounting interface is standardized to work with existing profiles, reducing installation costs, while its internal structure is adaptable to hold various meter configurations.
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AI summary
The holder has a set of rear open, lid-like longitudinal channels provided in a connecting region of a base plate with two opposite side walls for fitting a front lid (22) on two carrying profile rails (14, 16) of an outdoor supply meter cabinet and distributor cabinet that are provided in internal-domestic or outward manner. Fastening devices fastening a cover plate in a predetermined distance from the base plate are provided. A cover plate surrounds an electronic domestic supply meter (32) in a frame-like manner and rests on an adapter (30) for the supply meter on a front side.