Wire distribution boxes and systems with wire distribution boxes

Abstract

This invention discloses a wire distribution box and a system having the wire distribution box, wherein the wire distribution box includes a base plate, a proximal wall, a distal wall, a latch, and a cover plate. The proximal wall extends from a first side of the base plate, the distal wall extends from a second side of the base plate, the latch is formed on a third side of the base plate, and the cover plate extends from the proximal wall. The latch is configured to secure the wire distribution box to a chassis. The cover plate has a central portion projecting toward the base plate such that the central portion is configured to wind a wire thereon. The cover plate is foldable relative to the base plate in a clamshell manner along a length of the proximal wall to enclose the wound wire between the cover plate and the base plate. The cover plate includes a locking mechanism configured to engage the distal wall and secure the cover plate to the base plate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to cable management, and more specifically, to a cable distribution box. Background Technology

[0002] A fiber optic distribution box is used to organize and distribute optical cables and branches. As a termination unit, the fiber optic distribution box allows for the termination of cable components and provides a robust, organized enclosure for housing connectors and splice units. Typically, multiple optical cables are tangled together in the same fiber optic distribution box, making cable rearrangement cumbersome. Furthermore, the box capacity for accommodating optical cables is not expandable. This invention aims to solve these problems and address other needs. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The terms used in the description of embodiments, and similar terms (e.g., implementation, configuration, feature, example, and option), are intended to refer broadly to all aspects of the invention and the appended claims. Several statements containing these terms should be understood as not limiting the subject matter described herein or limiting the meaning or scope of the appended claims. The embodiments of the invention covered herein are defined by the appended claims, not by the scope of the invention itself. This summary is a high-level overview of the various features of the invention and introduces some concepts further described in the following description paragraphs. This summary is not intended to identify key or essential features of the subject matter of the claims, nor is it intended to be used independently to determine the scope of the subject matter of the claims. The subject matter should be understood through reference to appropriate portions of the complete specification of the invention, any or all of the accompanying drawings, and each claim.

[0004] According to certain aspects of the invention, a wire distribution box includes a base plate, a proximal wall, a distal wall, a latch, and a cover plate. The proximal wall extends from a first side of the base plate, the distal wall extends from a second side of the base plate, the latch is formed on a third side of the base plate, and the cover plate extends from the proximal wall. The latch is configured to secure the wire distribution box to a chassis. The cover plate has a central portion projecting toward the base plate such that the central portion is configured to wind a wire thereon. The cover plate is foldable relative to the base plate in a clamshell manner along a length of the proximal wall to enclose the wound wire between the cover plate and the base plate. The cover plate includes a locking mechanism configured to engage the distal wall and secure the cover plate to the base plate.

[0005] According to certain aspects of the invention, a system includes a chassis, a pair of rods, and a wire distribution box, the pair of rods being parallel to each other. The chassis has a length, a width, and a height. The length and width define a principal plane of the chassis. The height defines a Z-direction perpendicular to the principal plane. The wire distribution box has a cover plate and a pair of latches, the cover plate being hinged to a base plate and molded thereto, the latches being configured to secure the wire distribution box to the pair of rods. The cover plate is movable relative to the base plate in a secured position and an unsecured position. The cover plate includes a protrusion forming a support structure for winding a wire when the cover plate is in the secured position relative to the base plate.

[0006] According to certain aspects of the invention, a system includes a plurality of wire distribution boxes. Each wire distribution box includes a base plate, a proximal wall, a distal wall, a latch, and a cover plate. The proximal wall extends from a first end of the base plate, the distal wall extends from a second end of the base plate, the latch is formed at a third end of the base plate, and the cover plate extends from the proximal wall. The proximal wall includes a protrusion at a first end and an aperture at a second end. The latch is configured to secure the wire distribution box to a chassis. The cover plate has a central portion configured to wind a wire thereon. The cover plate is foldable relative to the base plate to enclose the wound wire within the wire distribution box. The cover plate includes a latching mechanism configured to engage the distal wall and secure the cover plate to the base plate.

[0007] The foregoing description is not intended to present every embodiment or feature of the invention. Rather, it provides only examples of some novel features and characteristics set forth herein. The above features and advantages, as well as other features and advantages, will become apparent from the following detailed description of representative embodiments and modes for carrying out the invention, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and appended claims. Additional features of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the following brief description of various embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings and the provided symbols. Attached Figure Description

[0008] The invention and its advantages, along with the accompanying drawings, will be better understood from the following description of exemplary embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. These drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments only and should therefore not be construed as limiting the various embodiments or claims.

[0009] Figure 1 For certain aspects of the invention, a schematic diagram of a wire distribution box being switched from open to closed;

[0010] Figure 2 For certain aspects of the present invention, Figure 1 The wire distribution box is switched from open to closed, and a schematic diagram is shown of a wire assembly wound in the wire distribution box;

[0011] Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the connection of two wire distribution boxes for certain aspects of the present invention;

[0012] Figure 4A As a certain aspect of the invention, a schematic diagram of multiple wire distribution boxes arranged in a first positioning group in a chassis;

[0013] Figure 4B For certain aspects of the invention, a wire distribution box from Figure 4A A schematic diagram showing the removal or relocation of multiple cable distribution boxes;

[0014] Figure 5 For certain aspects of the invention, a schematic diagram of multiple wire distribution boxes arranged in a second positioning group in a chassis;

[0015] Figure 6 For certain aspects of the present invention, Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the cable distribution box positioned in a third location within a chassis;

[0016] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a wire distribution box installed in a system, for certain aspects of the present invention.

[0017] Symbol Explanation

[0018] 100: Cable Distribution Box

[0019] 100a: First Positioning

[0020] 100b: Second Positioning

[0021] 100c: Third Position

[0022] 100d, 100e, 100f: Cable distribution boxes

[0023] 100g, 100h, 100i: Cable distribution box

[0024] 110: Base Plate

[0025] 112: First side

[0026] 114: Second side

[0027] 116: Third side

[0028] 118: Fourth side

[0029] 120: Proximal wall

[0030] 122: First End

[0031] 124: Second End

[0032] 126: Protruding

[0033] 128: Porosity

[0034] 130: distal wall

[0035] 132: First end

[0036] 134: Second End

[0037] 136: Protruding

[0038] 138: Porosity

[0039] 140, 142: Latch

[0040] 140a, 142a: First Positioning

[0041] 140b, 142b: Second Positioning

[0042] 140c, 142c: Third Position

[0043] 144: First Arm

[0044] 146: Second Arm

[0045] 148: Perforation

[0046] 150: Cover plate

[0047] 152: Central Part

[0048] 154a, 154b, 154c, 154d: Fasteners

[0049] 156a, 156b, 156c, 156d: Corresponding fasteners

[0050] 158a, 158b: Protrusions

[0051] 160a, 160b: Depressions or pores

[0052] 200, 200d, 200e, 200f, 200g, 200h, 200i: Wire assembly

[0053] 210: One end of wire assembly 200

[0054] 220: The other end of wire assembly 200

[0055] 300: Wire assembly

[0056] 400: Chassis

[0057] 410:Substrate

[0058] 420, 422: Rods

[0059] L: Length

[0060] W: Width

[0061] H: Height

[0062] Z, Y: Direction

[0063] 510, 520, 610, 620, 630: Rods

[0064] 700: System

[0065] 710: Front Input / Output Connector

[0066] 720: Motherboard

[0067] 730: Corresponding connector Detailed Implementation

[0068] Various embodiments are described with reference to the accompanying drawings, throughout which similar reference numerals are used to designate similar or equivalent elements. The drawings are not drawn to scale and are provided solely to illustrate the features and characteristics of the invention. It should be understood that many specific details, relationships, and methods are set forth to provide a comprehensive understanding. However, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that various embodiments may be practiced without one or more specific details or in other ways. In some cases, well-known structures or operations are not shown in detail for illustrative purposes. The various embodiments are not limited to the order in which actions or events are shown, as some actions may occur in different orders and / or simultaneously with other actions or events. Furthermore, not all actions or events shown are necessary for implementing certain features and characteristics of the invention.

[0069] For the purposes of this embodiment, unless explicitly stated otherwise, the singular includes the plural and vice versa. The term "including" means "including but not limited to". Furthermore, approximate words such as "about (about), almost, substantially, approximatelyly" and similar words may be meant herein as, for example, "at," "near, nearly at," "within 3-5% of," "within acceptable manufacturing tolerances," or any logical combination thereof. Additionally, the terms "vertical" or "horizontal" are intended to further include "within 3-5%" in the vertical or horizontal direction, respectively. Furthermore, directional terms such as "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "above," and "below" are intended to relate to the equivalent directions depicted in the reference illustrations; to be understood from the context of the referenced object or element, such as from its usual location; or other such descriptions.

[0070] Reference Figure 1 According to certain aspects of the invention, a wire distribution box 100 is illustrated as changing from open to closed. Specifically, Figure 1 The diagram illustrates the progression of the cable distribution box 100 from being open at a first location 100a, to being open at a second location 100b, to being closed at a third location 100c.

[0071] The wire distribution box 100 includes a base plate 110, a proximal wall 120, a distal wall 130, a pair of latches 140 and 142, and a cover plate 150 extending from the proximal wall 120. The base plate 110 has four sides: a first side 112, a second side 114 opposite to the first side 112, a third side 116, and a fourth side 118 opposite to the third side 116. The proximal wall 120 extends from the first side 112 of the base plate 110. The distal wall 130 extends from the second side 114 of the base plate 110. The pair of latches 140 and 142 are formed on the third side 116 of the base plate 110.

[0072] The proximal wall 120 includes two ends 122 and 124 relative to each other along a longitudinal direction along the length of the proximal wall 120. The first end 122 of the proximal wall 120 includes a protrusion 126. Figure 3 The second end 124 of the proximal end wall 120 includes an aperture 128. In some embodiments, the protrusion 126 of the proximal end wall 120 is configured to engage a corresponding aperture 128 of a neighboring wire distribution box 100 via an interference fit or a snap-fit ​​fit, such as... Figure 3 As shown in the figure. Alternatively or additionally, the aperture 128 of the proximal end wall 120 is configured to engage a corresponding protrusion 126 of a neighboring wire distribution box 100 via an interference fit or a snap fit.

[0073] Similarly, in some embodiments, the distal wall 130 includes two ends 132 and 134 opposite each other in a longitudinal direction along the length of the distal wall 130. In some such embodiments, the length of the distal wall 130 is the same as the length of the proximal wall 120. The first end 132 of the distal wall 130 includes a protrusion 136. The second end 134 of the distal wall 130 includes an aperture 138. In some embodiments, the protrusion 136 of the distal wall 130 is configured to engage with a corresponding aperture 138 of a neighboring wire distribution box 100 via an interference fit or a snap-fit ​​fit, such as... Figure 3 As shown in the figure. Alternatively or additionally, the aperture 138 of the distal wall 130 is configured to engage a corresponding protrusion 136 of a nearby wire distribution box 100 via an interference fit or a snap fit.

[0074] Latches 140 and 142 are each configured to secure the wire distribution box 100 to a chassis 400. Figure 4AThe latch 140 includes a first arm 144 attached to a third side 116 of the base plate 110. The latch 140 also includes a second arm 146 hingedly coupled to the first arm 144, such that the second arm 146 is actuated to open and close the latch 140 to disengage from the cable distribution box 100 from the chassis 400 and to couple the cable distribution box 100 to the chassis 400. In this example, when the latch 140 is closed, the first arm 144 and the second arm 146 form a through hole 148. Thus, Figure 1 The diagram also illustrates the progression of latches 140 and 142 from being open in a first position 140a and 142a, to being open in a second position 140b and 142b, to being closed in a third position 140c and 142c. Figure 1 As shown, latch 142 is a mirror image of latch 140 and therefore opens in the direction opposite to latch 140. In other examples, latch 142 may be identical to latch 140 and therefore open in the same direction as latch 140.

[0075] Reference Figure 2 According to certain aspects of the invention, a wire distribution box 100 is illustrated from open to closed, and has a wire assembly 200 wound in the wire distribution box 100. Similar to... Figure 1 , Figure 2 The diagram illustrates the progression of the cable distribution box 100 from being open at a first location 100a, to being open at a second location 100b, and finally being closed at a third location 100c. Figure 2 The cable distribution box 100 in the middle is the same as or similar to Figure 1 The cable distribution box 100 shown in the image has the same reference symbols indicating the same components.

[0076] The cover plate 150 has a central portion 152 projecting toward the base plate 110, such that at least a portion of the wire assembly 200 is configured to be wound around the central portion 152. In this example, the central portion 152 of the cover plate 150 is generally circular and includes four fasteners 154a, 154b, 154c, and 154d formed along a periphery of the central portion 152. The fasteners 154a, 154b, 154c, and 154d are configured to hold the wound wire assembly 200 in place. The cover plate 150 also includes four corresponding fasteners 156a, 156b, 156c, and 156d formed on the underside of the central portion 152. The corresponding fasteners 156a, 156b, 156c, and 156d further assist in securing and / or protecting the wire assembly 200.

[0077] like Figure 2As shown in the progress, the cover plate 150 can be folded along a length of the proximal end wall 120 relative to the base plate 110 in a clamshell fashion to enclose the wound wire assembly 200 within the wire distribution box 100 (between the cover plate 150 and the base plate 110). The cover plate 150 may include a locking mechanism configured to engage the distal end wall 130 and secure the cover plate 150 to the base plate 110. In this example, the locking mechanism includes two protrusions 158a and 158b extending toward the base plate 110 and in the same direction as the projection of the central portion 152. The distal end wall 130 includes two recesses or apertures 160a and 160b configured to receive the two corresponding protrusions 158a and 158b. In some embodiments, actuating the protrusions 158a and 158b of the cover plate 150 allows engagement or disengagement of the cover plate 150 relative to the base plate 110.

[0078] In some implementations, some or all of the components of the wire distribution box 100 are molded from the same mold and are integral with each other. In this way, all critical components can be linked together and provided as a single part for the wire distribution box 100. This helps streamline supply chain workflows such as manufacturing, packaging, inventory management, assembly, and shipping.

[0079] In some embodiments, the cable distribution box 100 is a fiber optic distribution box, and the cable assembly 200 is a fiber optic assembly. In other embodiments, the cable distribution box 100 may be any distribution box that houses cables or cable assemblies for a computing or electronic system, such as... Figure 7 The example shown.

[0080] Reference Figure 3 The illustration depicts the connection of two wire distribution boxes 100 according to certain aspects of the invention. As described above, a protrusion 126 of the proximal wall 120 is configured to engage a corresponding aperture 128 of the adjacent wire distribution box 100. Similarly, a protrusion 136 of the distal wall 130 is configured to engage a corresponding aperture 138 of the adjacent wire distribution box 100. In this way, by coupling two or more wire distribution boxes 100 together, the ability to hold any wire assembly can be extended. In other words, a single wire assembly 300 may be too long or too large for a single wire distribution box 100, and the wire distribution boxes 100 can be joined together to extend the overall ability to hold the wire assembly 300.

[0081] Reference Figure 4A According to certain aspects of the invention, three wire distribution boxes 100d, 100e, and 100f are arranged in a first positioning group within a chassis 400. (Displayed in...) Figure 4A The various cable distribution boxes 100d, 100e, and 100f in the system are... Figures 1 to 3The wire distribution boxes 100 shown are the same or similar, with the same reference symbols indicating the same components. Wire assembly 200d is partially wound within wire distribution box 100d. Wire assembly 200e is partially wound within wire distribution box 100e. Wire assembly 200f is partially wound within wire distribution box 100f.

[0082] The chassis 400 has a length L, a width W, and a height H. The length L and width W define a principal plane of the chassis 400. The height H defines a Z-direction perpendicular to the principal plane. In some embodiments, the principal plane coincides with the base plate 410 of the chassis 400. A pair of rods 420 and 422 extend from the base plate 410 in the Z-direction and are parallel to each other.

[0083] As described above, the latches 140 and 142 of each wire distribution box 100d, 100e, and 100f are... Figure 1 The cable distribution boxes are configured to securely fasten to the chassis 400. Specifically, in this example, cable distribution boxes 100d, 100e, and 100f are each secured to the pair of levers 420 and 422. In some embodiments, the distance between the pair of levers 420 and 422 is the same as the distance between the pair of latches of cable distribution boxes 100d, 100e, and 100f (in the through-holes 148 corresponding to each latch). Figure 1 (Measurement between)

[0084] Because the rods 420 and 422 are coupled to the chassis 400 and extend in the Z direction, when fastened to the rods 420 and 422, the wire distribution boxes 100d, 100e, and 100f are stacked on top of each other in the Z direction. This facilitates the replacement or maintenance of one wire assembly without interfering with the remaining wire assemblies.

[0085] For example, to maintain the cable assembly 200e partially wound within the cable distribution box 100e, first pull the cable assembly 200e out from its connection point, leaving the remaining cable assemblies 200d and 200f connected. The latches 140 and 142 of the cable distribution box 100e actuated to an open position. Figure 4B As shown, the cable distribution box 100e can be removed from the chassis 400 in the Y direction without interfering with the cable assemblies 200d and 200f that are individually wound inside the cable distribution boxes 100d and 100f.

[0086] Reference Figure 5 The illustration depicts, according to certain aspects of the invention, three wire distribution boxes 100g, 100h, and 100i arranged in a second positioning group within a chassis 400. (Shown in...) Figure 5The various cable distribution boxes in the series are 100g, 100h, and 100i. Figures 1 to 3 The wire distribution box 100 shown is the same as or similar to the wire distribution box 100, wherein the same reference symbols indicate the same components. Wire assembly 200g is partially wound inside wire distribution box 100g. Wire assembly 200h is partially wound inside wire distribution box 100h. Wire assembly 200i is partially wound inside wire distribution box 100i.

[0087] In this example, two rods 510 and 520 are coupled to the chassis 400 and extend in a direction parallel to the main plane, i.e., along the length L of the chassis 400. Cable distribution boxes 100g, 100h, and 100i can be fastened to the chassis 400 via the two rods 510 and 520 in a manner similar to that described for cable distribution boxes 100d, 100e, and 100f with respect to Figure 4. The first rod 510 is positioned directly above the second rod 520 in the Z direction. Thus, when fastened to the two rods 510 and 520, the proximal end walls 120 of each cable distribution box 100g, 100h, and 100i ( Figure 1 ) or distal wall 130 ( Figure 1 It is placed directly on the base plate 410 of the chassis 400. For example... Figure 5 As shown, when fastened to the two rods 510 and 520, the near-end wall 120 of the wire distribution box 100g ( Figure 1 It is placed directly on the base plate 410 of the chassis 400.

[0088] The replacement or maintenance of one of the cable assemblies is therefore easy and does not interfere with the remaining cable assemblies. For example, in order to keep cable assembly 200h partially wound inside cable distribution box 100h, cable assembly 200h is first pulled out from its connection, while keeping the remaining cable assemblies 200g and 200i connected accordingly. To remove cable distribution box 100h from chassis 400, latches 140 or 142 closer to substrate 410 ( Figure 1 The wire distribution box 100h can be rotated upward while the remaining latches 142 or 140 are still locked to the first latch 510.

[0089] After the wire distribution box 100h is rotated upward, the remaining latches 142 or 140 are unlocked from the first rod 510 to an open position. Therefore, the wire distribution box 100h can be removed from the chassis 400 in the Z direction without interfering with the individual sections wound around the wire assemblies 200g and 200i within the wire distribution boxes 100g and 100i.

[0090] Reference Figure 6 According to certain aspects of the invention, the wire distribution box 100 is positioned in a third location within the chassis 400. Figure 6 The third bit shown is similar to Figure 5 The second orientation shown is not limited to a 0-degree vertical placement of the wire distribution box 100 between its proximal end wall 120 and the base plate 410 of the chassis 400. Instead, the wire distribution box 100 can be assembled at any angle based on design requirements, such as optimal wire routing.

[0091] In this example, three rods 610, 620, and 630 are coupled to the chassis 400 and extend in a direction parallel to the main plane and along the length L of the chassis 400. The cable distribution box 100 can be connected via rods 610 and 620, in a similar manner to... Figure 4A The described wire distribution boxes 100d, 100e, and 100f are fixed to the chassis 400. When fixed to the pairs of rods 610 and 620, the proximal wall 120 or distal wall 130 of the wire distribution box 100 is configured to rest against the third rod 630. Figure 6 As shown, the proximal wall 120 of the wire distribution box 100 rests against the third member 630. In other words, the third member 630 helps maintain the angle of the wire distribution box 100 relative to the base plate 410 of the chassis 400. In some embodiments, Figure 6 The third positioning ratio shown Figure 5 The second positioning shown provides a larger bending radius for the wire, thus preventing damage to the wire assembly 200.

[0092] Reference Figure 7 The illustration depicts the installation of a cable distribution box 100 in a system 700 according to certain aspects of the invention. A cable assembly 200 is partially wound within the cable distribution box 100. After the cable distribution box 100 is installed within a chassis 400, one end 210 of the cable assembly 200 can be connected to the front input / output connector 710 of the system 700, and the other end 220 of the cable assembly 200 can be connected to the motherboard 720 of the system 700 via a corresponding connector 730. In this way, the cable assembly 200 is a separate structure, protected by the cable distribution box 100, and is not affected by other cable assemblies that may also be placed within the system 700.

[0093] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described with respect to one or more implementations, equivalents and modifications will arise in those skilled in the art upon reading and understanding this specification and the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, while specific features of the invention may have been disclosed with respect to only one of several implementations, such features may be combined with one or more other features of other implementations, as may be desired and advantageous for any given or particular application.

[0094] While various embodiments of the invention have been described above, it should be understood that they are presented by way of example only and not as limiting. Various modifications may be made to the embodiments disclosed herein without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the breadth and scope of the invention should not be limited by any of the foregoing embodiments. Rather, the scope of the invention should be defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A wire distribution box comprising: a base plate; a proximal wall extending from a first side of the base plate; a distal wall extending from a second side of the base plate; a latch formed at a third side of the base plate configured to secure the wire distribution box to a chassis; and a cover plate extending from the proximal wall and having a central portion protruding towards the base plate such that the central portion is configured to wrap wire thereon, the cover plate foldable in a clamshell manner relative to the base plate along a length of the proximal wall to enclose the wrapped wire between the cover plate and the base plate, the cover plate comprising a locking mechanism configured to engage the distal wall and secure the cover plate to the base plate, wherein the latch comprises a first arm portion attached to the third side of the base plate and a second arm portion hingedly coupled to the first arm portion such that the second arm portion is operable to open and close the latch, the first arm portion and the second arm portion forming a through hole when the latch is closed.

2. The wire distribution box of claim 1, wherein the locking mechanism of the cover plate comprises a protrusion extending towards the base plate, the distal wall comprising a corresponding recess or aperture configured to receive the protrusion, the protrusion being movable to engage or disengage the cover plate relative to the base plate.

3. The wire distribution box of claim 1, wherein the central portion of the cover plate comprises a plurality of fasteners formed along a perimeter of the central portion, the plurality of fasteners configured to retain the wrapped wire.

4. The wire distribution box of claim 1, wherein the proximal wall comprises two opposing ends in a lengthwise direction along the length of the proximal wall, a first end of the two opposing ends comprising a protrusion configured to engage a corresponding aperture of a first adjacent wire distribution box via a first interference fit or a first snap fit, a second end of the two opposing ends comprising an aperture configured to engage a corresponding protrusion of a second adjacent wire distribution box via a second interference fit or a second snap fit.

5. A system having wire distribution boxes comprising: a chassis having a length, a width, and a height, the length and the width defining a major plane of the chassis, the height defining a Z-direction perpendicular to the major plane; a pair of rails parallel to each other; and a wire distribution box having: a cover plate hingedly molded with a base plate, the cover plate movable relative to the base plate between a secured position and an unsecured position, the cover plate comprising a protruding portion forming a support structure to wrap wire when the cover plate is relative to the base plate in the secured position; and a pair of latches configured to secure the wire distribution box to the pair of rails, wherein the latch comprises a first arm portion and a second arm portion hingedly coupled to each other such that the second arm portion is operable to open and close the latch, the first arm portion and the second arm portion forming a through hole when the latch is closed.

6. The system of claim 5, further comprising a plurality of wire distribution boxes configured to stack on top of each other when secured to the pair of rails.

7. The system of claim 6, wherein the pair of rails are coupled to the chassis and extend in the Z-direction perpendicular to the major plane such that the plurality of wire distribution boxes are configured to stack on top of each other in the Z-direction.

8. A system having wire distribution boxes comprising: ​ A plurality of wire distribution boxes, each wire distribution box comprising: a base plate; a proximal end wall extending from a first end of the base plate, including a protrusion at the first end, and an aperture at a second end; a distal end wall extending from a second end of the base plate; a latch formed at a third end of the base plate and configured to secure the wire distribution box to a chassis; and a cover plate extending from the proximal end wall and having a central portion configured to wrap wire thereon, the cover plate foldable relative to the base plate to enclose the wrapped wire within the wire distribution box, the cover plate including a latching mechanism configured to engage the distal end wall and secure the cover plate to the base plate, wherein the latch includes a first arm portion attached to the third end of the base plate, and a second arm portion hingedly coupled to the first arm portion such that the second arm portion is operable to open and close the latch, the first arm portion and the second arm portion forming a through hole when the latch is closed.

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