Optical fiber distribution apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses an optical fiber distribution device, relates to the technical field of communication, and aims to solve the problems that the bundled fixing of optical fibers is easy to cause damage to the optical fibers and the optical fibers cannot be separated into single fibers. The optical fiber distribution device comprises a supporting assembly, a distribution assembly and a first wire arrangement device. The supporting assembly is used for supporting the distribution assembly and the first wire arrangement device. The distribution assembly is used for installing an optical fiber coupler, so that an optical fiber joint can be installed on a distribution panel of the distribution assembly through the optical fiber coupler. First wire grooves and second wire grooves are formed on a first wire arrangement plate and a second wire arrangement plate of the first wire arrangement device. One optical fiber can be arranged in one first wire groove or one second wire groove, so that the fixing of the optical fiber is realized and the optical fiber can be separated into single fibers. The limiting and fixing of the optical fiber through the first wire groove or the second wire groove and the carding will not cause damage to the optical fiber. The optical fiber distribution device provided by the application is used for realizing the distribution and connection of optical fibers of a communication device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of communication technology, and in particular to an optical fiber distribution device. Background Technology

[0002] Fiber optic distribution equipment is a wiring connection device between optical cables and communication equipment or between communication equipment. It can easily realize the connection, distribution and scheduling of optical fiber lines and change the routing of optical transmission systems.

[0003] As network integration increases and carrying capacity requirements rise, the density of fiber optic distribution interfaces is increasing, the spacing is decreasing, the difficulty of fiber optic splicing is gradually increasing, and the amount of fiber optic bundles is also gradually increasing.

[0004] Fixing optical fibers by bundling can easily damage them and prevent them from being separated into individual strands, resulting in unclear fiber routing paths. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application provides an optical fiber distribution device to solve the problems that fixing optical fibers by bundling can easily damage the optical fibers and cannot separate the optical fibers into individual strands.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this application adopts the following technical solution: An optical fiber distribution device is provided by the present invention, comprising a support component, a distribution component, and a first cable organizer.

[0007] The support assembly supports other components of the fiber optic cabling device, such as the cabling assembly. The cabling assembly is located on one side of the support assembly. The cabling assembly includes connectors and a cabling panel. One end of the connector is connected to the support assembly, and the other end is connected to the cabling panel, which is used to mount fiber optic couplers.

[0008] To organize the optical fibers extending from the wiring panel and separate them into individual fibers, the optical fiber distribution device provided in this application may further include the aforementioned first cable organizer, which is located on the side of the distribution assembly away from the support assembly. The first cable organizer includes a first cable management plate and a second cable management plate. One end of the first cable management plate is connected to the wiring panel, and one end of the second cable management plate is connected to the other end of the first cable management plate, with a gap between the second cable management plate and the first cable management plate.

[0009] In this configuration, a plurality of first conductor grooves are formed on the surface of the first cable management board near the second cable management board, and a plurality of second conductor grooves are formed on the surface of the second cable management board near the first cable management board. Both the first and second conductor grooves are located within the gap between the first and second cable management boards. The plurality of second conductor grooves can be spaced apart along the length of the second cable management board, and are not connected to each other, nor to the first conductor grooves. Alternatively, a plurality of second conductor grooves can be formed on the surface of the second cable management board away from the first cable management board, and are spaced apart along the length of the second cable management board. Alternatively, the second conductor grooves on the second cable management board can also be formed on both the surface of the first cable management board near the first cable management board and the surface of the second cable management board away from the first cable management board. This provides more second conductor grooves, thereby enabling the separation and organization of more optical fibers.

[0010] In this way, after the fiber optic connector is connected to the fiber optic coupler on the patch panel, the fiber optic cable can be threaded into either the first or second conductor slot. Since the first and second conductor slots are not interconnected, and the first and second conductor slots are also not interconnected, threading the pigtail into either the first or second conductor slot allows for individual separation of the pigtail, preventing tangling between them.

[0011] It should be noted that since the first cable management unit is directly connected to the patch panel, and the fiber optic coupler is also located on the patch panel, after the fiber optic connector is connected to the fiber optic coupler on the patch panel, the extended portion of the fiber will pass through the first or second conductor slot almost parallel to the patch panel during the fiber's insertion. In this case, the fiber at the connector will bend, and the bending angle will be approximately right-angled, which can easily lead to fiber damage.

[0012] To prevent significant bending of the fiber optic cable at the connector during its passage through the first or second cable tray after being connected to the fiber optic coupler, the first cable management device may also include an extension component. One end of this extension component is connected to the wiring panel, and consequently, one end of the first cable management plate is connected to the other end of the extension component. The first cable management plate is spaced apart from the wiring panel via the extension component.

[0013] In this way, because the first cable management board is spaced apart from the wiring panel by the extension, the distance between the first and second cable management boards and the wiring panel is increased, thereby increasing the distance between the first and second conductor slots and the wiring panel. Therefore, when the portion of the optical fiber extending after being connected to the optical fiber coupler passes through the first or second conductor slot, the degree of bending of the optical fiber is reduced, thus making the optical fiber less susceptible to damage.

[0014] Furthermore, the first cable management board includes a first cable management board body and a plurality of first guide plates. One end of the first cable management board body is connected to an extension member, and the plurality of first guide plates are connected to the other end of the first cable management board body. Each first guide plate has a first end and a second end. The first end is connected to the other end of the first cable management board body, and the second end is spaced apart from the other end of the first cable management board body. A first guide groove is formed between the first guide plates and the first cable management board body. The plurality of first guide plates are spaced apart. The second cable management board includes a second cable management board body and a plurality of second guide plates. One end of the second cable management board body is connected to the other end of the first cable management board body, and a gap exists between them. The plurality of second guide plates are located within the gap and connected to the second cable management board body. Each second guide plate has a third end and a fourth end. The third end is connected to the second cable management board body, and the fourth end is spaced apart from the second cable management board body. A second guide groove is formed between the second guide plates and the second cable management board body. The plurality of second guide plates are spaced apart.

[0015] Furthermore, a first groove is formed on the surface of the first cable management plate body near the second cable management plate body, extending along the direction from the support assembly to the wiring assembly. A connecting rod is provided on the surface of the second cable management plate body near the first cable management plate body, and the connecting rod is slidably disposed in the first groove. The second cable management plate body can move closer to or away from the first cable management plate body. The first guide plate and the second guide plate are staggered along the length of the first cable management plate, with the surface of the second guide plate near the first guide plate directly opposite the spacing between two adjacent first guide plates.

[0016] Furthermore, there are multiple second cable management boards, each located on the side of the first cable management board where the first wire groove is provided, and adjacent second cable management boards are slidably connected in the direction from the support assembly to the wiring assembly.

[0017] Furthermore, the fiber optic cabling device also includes a second cable organizer. This second cable organizer is connected to the support assembly and is located on the other side of the support assembly where the cabling assembly is connected. The second cable organizer also includes a mounting bracket and a third cable management plate. The mounting bracket has a guide rail, and the third cable management plate has a guide groove. The third cable management plate is slidably connected to the guide rail via the guide groove. A third conductor groove is formed on the surface of the third cable management plate near the support assembly, allowing the third cable management plate to move within the groove in a direction away from or towards the support assembly.

[0018] Furthermore, there are multiple third cable management plates, and all of them are slidably connected to the guide rail.

[0019] Furthermore, the fiber optic cabling device also includes a first cable reel and a second cable reel. The first cable reel is located on the side of the support assembly where the cabling assembly is located, and includes a first cable reel post and a first stop. One end of the first cable reel post is connected to the support assembly, and the other end is connected to the first stop. The second cable reel is located on the side of the support assembly where the second cable organizer is located. The second cable reel includes a second cable reel post and a second stop. One end of the second cable reel post is connected to the support assembly, and the other end is connected to the second stop.

[0020] Furthermore, there are multiple first cable organizers, which are spaced apart along a first direction. The first direction is perpendicular to the length direction of the first cable organizer and is also parallel to the wiring panel.

[0021] Furthermore, the connector has a mounting groove on the side surface near the wiring panel. The wiring panel includes a plug plate, a hinge, and a connecting rod, wherein the plug plate is used to mount the fiber optic coupler. The hinge is located within the mounting groove and rotatably engages with it. The axis of the hinge is parallel to the plug plate. One end of the connecting rod is connected to the hinge, and the other end is connected to the plug plate.

[0022] Furthermore, the fiber optic cabling device also includes a drive assembly disposed on the side surface of the support assembly where the cabling assembly is located. The drive assembly is connected to a rotating shaft and is used to drive the rotating shaft to rotate, thereby causing the plug plate to flip. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 One of the schematic diagrams of an optical fiber distribution device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 One of the schematic diagrams of the middle wiring assembly; Figure 3 One of the schematic diagrams of the first cable management device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the supporting components provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the base provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 6 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point a in the middle; Figure 7 A second schematic diagram of the first cable management device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the second cable management device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 9 A second schematic diagram of the fiber optic cabling device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the connector provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 11 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the middle wiring assembly (Part 2); Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the driving component provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 13 Schematic diagram three of the optical fiber distribution device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the cover plate provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of a telescopic rod provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0024] Figure label: 100 - Fiber optic distribution unit; 10 - Base; 1000 - Top cover; 1-Support component; 11-First support member; 111-Connecting plate; 112-Mounting plate; 1120-Bending section; 12-Second support member; 2- Wiring assembly; 21- Connector; 210- Mounting slot; 211- Limiting slot; 22- Wiring panel; 220- Fiber optic coupler mounting hole; 221- Patch panel; 2221- First pivot; 2222- Second pivot; 2223- Third pivot; 2231- First connecting rod; 2232- Second connecting rod; 2233- Third connecting rod; 3-First cable organizer; 30-Extension; 31-First cable management plate; 310-First wire channel; 311-First cable management plate body; 312-First wire channel; 3121-First end; 3122-Second end; 32-Second cable management plate; 320-Second wire channel; 321-Second cable management plate body; 322-Second wire channel; 3221-Third end; 3222-Fourth end; 33-First sliding groove; 34-Connecting rod; 330-Cover plate; 41-Mounting bracket; 410-Guide rail; 411-Connecting plate; 4110-Screw hole; 42-Third cable management plate; 420-Guide groove; 51-First coiler; 511-First coil post; 512-First stop; 52-Second coiler; 521-Second coil post; 522-Second stop; 6-Connecting assembly; 61-First connecting seat; 62-Telescopic link; 621-First telescopic rod; 622-Second telescopic rod; 63-Second connecting seat; 64-Fixed base; 7-Drive assembly; 71-Mounting plate; 710-Guide hole; 72-Reinforcing plate; 73-Guide rod; 74-Rack; 740-Abutment plate; 8-Gear; 9-Cross shaft; 91-First shaft; 92-Second shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0026] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or relative positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for 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 the invention. Unless otherwise specified, the above-described orientation can be flexibly set in practical applications, provided that the relative positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings is satisfied.

[0027] 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 technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0028] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] In embodiments of the invention, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0030] As used herein, “about,” “approximately,” or “approximately” includes the stated value and the average value within an acceptable range of deviation from the given value, wherein the acceptable range of deviation is determined by a person skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the error associated with the measurement of the given quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system).

[0031] As used herein, “parallel,” “perpendicular,” and “equal” include the described situation and situations that are similar to the described situation, within an acceptable deviation range, which is determined by those skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the errors associated with the measurement of a particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, “parallel” includes absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate parallelism may be, for example, within 5°; “perpendicular” includes absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate perpendicularity may also be, for example, within 5°; “equal” includes absolute equality and approximate equality, where an acceptable deviation range for approximate equality may be, for example, a difference between the two equals being less than or equal to 5% of either one.

[0032] In embodiments of the present invention, the terms "exemplary" or "for example" are used to indicate that something is an example, illustration, or description. Any embodiment or design described as "exemplary" or "for example" in embodiments of the present invention should not be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments or designs. Rather, the use of the terms "exemplary" or "for example" is intended to present the relevant concepts in a specific manner.

[0033] Fiber optic distribution units are wiring connection devices between optical cables and communication equipment, or between communication equipment. As network integration increases, the number of optical fibers also increases, leading to a gradual increase in fiber bundling. Bundling optical fibers with cable ties can cause some damage to the fibers and fails to separate them into individual strands.

[0034] To address the aforementioned issues—that traditional bundling methods for fixing optical fibers can easily damage the fibers and cannot separate them into individual strands—such as... Figure 1 As shown, this application provides an optical fiber distribution device 100, which may include a support component 1, a distribution component 2, and a first cable organizer 3. The support component 1 supports other components of the optical fiber distribution device 100, such as the distribution component 2.

[0035] Therefore, wiring assembly 2 is located on one side of support assembly 1. For example... Figure 2 As shown, the wiring assembly 2 includes a connector 21 and a wiring panel 22. One end of the connector 21 is connected to the support assembly 1 (see...). Figure 1The other end connects to patch panel 22, which is used to install fiber optic couplers (not shown in the figure). See also... Figure 2 To allow fiber optic couplers to be installed on the patch panel 22, multiple fiber optic coupler mounting holes 220 can be provided on the patch panel 22, and these holes are evenly distributed on the patch panel 22. The ports on both sides of the patch panel 22 can be connected to fiber optic connectors, thereby enabling fiber optic connections between communication devices. When multiple optical fibers are connected to the patch panel 22, cable ties are typically used to bundle and secure the fibers to prevent them from becoming tangled or scattered. This is extremely inconvenient when a single fiber needs to be plugged or unplugged.

[0036] To organize the optical fibers extending from the patch panel 22, the fibers are separated into individual strands, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the fiber optic distribution device 100 provided in this application may further include the aforementioned first cable organizer 3, which is located on the side of the distribution assembly 2 away from the support assembly 1. For example... Figure 3 As shown, the first cable management device 3 includes a first cable management plate 31 and a second cable management plate 32. One end of the first cable management plate 31 is connected to the wiring panel 22, and one end of the second cable management plate 32 is connected to the other end of the first cable management plate 31, with a gap between the second cable management plate 32 and the first cable management plate 31.

[0037] In this case, a plurality of first wire guide grooves 310 are formed on the surface of the first wire guide plate 31 near the second wire guide plate 32, and a plurality of second wire guide grooves 320 are formed on the surface of the second wire guide plate 32 near the first wire guide plate 31 (see...). Figure 3 The first wire guide groove 310 and the second wire guide groove 320 are both located in the gap between the first wire guide plate 31 and the second wire guide plate 32.

[0038] For example, a plurality of first wire guide channels 310 may be spaced apart along the length direction of the first wire guide plate 31, and the plurality of first wire guide channels 310 are not connected to each other (see Figure 3 ).

[0039] For example, a plurality of second wire guide grooves 320 may be spaced apart along the length direction of the second wire guide plate 32, and the plurality of second wire guide grooves 320 are not connected to each other, nor are the second wire guide grooves 320 connected to the first wire guide groove 310. Alternatively, a plurality of second wire guide grooves 320 may be formed on the side surface of the second wire guide plate 32 away from the first wire guide plate 31, and the plurality of second wire guide grooves 320 may be spaced apart along the length direction of the second wire guide plate 32. In other embodiments, the second wire guide grooves 320 on the second wire guide plate 32 may also be formed on the side surface of the second wire guide plate 32 near the first wire guide plate 31, and on the side surface of the second wire guide plate 32 away from the first wire guide plate 31 (see...). Figure 3 This allows for more second conductor slots 320, enabling the separation and arrangement of more optical fibers.

[0040] In this way, after the fiber optic connector is connected to the fiber optic coupler on the patch panel 22, the fiber optic cable can be threaded through the first conductor slot 310 or the second conductor slot 320. Since the first conductor slots 310 and the second conductor slots 320 are not interconnected, and there is no connection between the first and second conductor slots 310 and 320, threading the pigtail through the first or second conductor slot allows for individual separation of the pigtail, preventing tangling between them.

[0041] It should be noted that since the first cable management unit 3 is directly connected to the patch panel 22, and the fiber optic coupler is also located on the patch panel 22, after the fiber optic connector is connected to the fiber optic coupler on the patch panel 22, the extended portion of the fiber will pass through the first guide groove 310 or the second guide groove 320 almost parallel to the patch panel 22 during the fiber's insertion. In this case, the fiber at the connector will be bent at approximately a right angle, which can easily lead to fiber damage.

[0042] To prevent significant bending of the fiber optic connector during the process of the fiber extending from the fiber optic cable through the first guide slot 310 or the second guide slot 320, please refer to [reference needed]. Figure 3 The first cable management device 3 may also include an extension 30. One end of the extension 30 is connected to the wiring panel 22, and based on this, one end of the first cable management plate 31 is connected to the other end of the extension 30. The first cable management plate 31 is spaced apart from the wiring panel 22 by the extension 30.

[0043] In this way, because the first cable management plate 31 is spaced apart from the wiring panel 22 by the extension 30, the distance between the first cable management plate 31 and the second cable management plate 32 and the wiring panel 22 is increased, thereby increasing the distance between the first conductor groove 310 and the second conductor groove 320 and the wiring panel 22. Therefore, when the portion of the optical fiber extending after being connected to the optical fiber coupler passes through the first conductor groove 310 or the second conductor groove 320, the degree of bending of the optical fiber is reduced, thus making the optical fiber less susceptible to damage.

[0044] It is understood that the pigtail threaded within the first or second cable tray 310 or 320 has a gap, allowing it to slide within the tray. This facilitates smoother fiber optic insertion and removal. When additional fiber optic cables are needed, the fiber optic connector can be connected to the fiber optic coupler on the patch panel 22, and the remaining portion of the fiber can be threaded through the cable trays on the first cable organizer 3 (the cable trays refer to the first and second cable trays 310 and 320).

[0045] For example, such as Figure 4 As shown, the support assembly 1 may include a first support member 11 and a second support member 12, which are spaced apart. Based on this, the fiber optic cabling device 100 may also include a base 10 (see...). Figure 5 The first support member 11 and the second support member 12 can be connected to the base 10. The first support member 11 and the second support member 12 can be connected to the base 10 by welding, or blind holes are respectively formed on the side surface of the first support member 11 and the second support member 12 near the base 10, and internal threads are formed in the blind holes, and corresponding threaded holes are formed on the base 10. Based on this, the first support member 11 and the second support member 12 can be connected to the base 10 by bolts.

[0046] The structure of the first support member 11 and the second support member 12 will be further described below. See [link to documentation]. Figure 4 The first support member 11 includes a connecting plate 111 and a mounting plate 112. A first support member 11 may include two spaced-apart mounting plates 112. Further, a plurality of connecting plates 111 may be spaced apart between the two spaced-apart mounting plates 112 along the length direction of the mounting plates 112, and the plurality of connecting plates 111 are connected to the two spaced-apart mounting plates 112.

[0047] Furthermore, a bent portion 1120 is formed on the side opposite to the connecting plate 111 of the mounting plate 112, and the bent portion 1120 is perpendicular to the connecting plate 111. The side surface of the bent portion 1120 away from the connecting plate 111 is used to connect to the wiring panel 22 of the wiring assembly 2.

[0048] The above description uses the first support member 11 as an example. The structure of the second support member 12 is similar to that of the first support member 11, and will not be described again here. It should be noted that when the wiring panel 22 is connected to the first support member 11 and the second support member 12, the wiring panel 22 is connected to the bent portion 1120 on the same side of the first support member 11 and the second support member 12.

[0049] For example, the wiring panel 22 can be connected to the first support member 11 and the second support member 12 by welding, or the wiring panel 22 can be connected to the first support member 11 and the second support member 12 by threaded connectors.

[0050] As can be seen from the above, the first cable management device 3 may include a first cable management plate 31 and a second cable management plate 32 (see...). Figure 3 A first conductor groove 310 is formed on the first cable management plate 31, and a second conductor groove 320 is formed on the second cable management plate 32. The optical fiber can be inserted into the first conductor groove 310 or the second conductor groove 320. The first cable management plate 31 and the second cable management plate 32 will be further described below.

[0051] See Figure 3 The first cable management board 31 includes a first cable management board body 311 and a plurality of first guide wire boards 312. One end of the first cable management board body 311 is connected to the extension member 30, and the plurality of first guide wire boards 312 are connected to the other end of the first cable management board body 311. Each first guide wire board 312 has a first end 3121 and a second end 3122. The first end 3121 is connected to the other end of the first cable management board body 311, and the second end 3122 is spaced apart from the other end of the first cable management board body 311. In this way, a first guide wire groove 310 is formed between the first guide wire boards 312 and the first cable management board body 311.

[0052] Furthermore, the aforementioned plurality of first guide plates 312 are spaced apart along the length direction of the first wire guide plate body 311, thus creating a gap between adjacent first guide plates 312.

[0053] like Figure 3 As shown, the second cable management board 32 includes a second cable management board body 321 and a plurality of second guide rails 322. One end of the second cable management board body 321 is connected to the other end of the first cable management board body 311, and there is a gap between the second cable management board body 321 and the first cable management board body 311. Based on this, the plurality of second guide rails 322 are located within the gap between the first cable management board body 311 and the second cable management board body 321, and the plurality of second guide rails 322 are connected to the second cable management board body 321.

[0054] A second conductor plate 322 has a third end 3221 and a fourth end 3222. The third end 3221 is connected to the second cable management plate body 321, and the fourth end 3222 is spaced apart from the second cable management plate body 321. Based on this, a second conductor groove 320 is formed between the second conductor plate 322 and the second cable management plate body 321.

[0055] Furthermore, the aforementioned plurality of second guide plates 322 are spaced apart along the length direction of the second wire guide plate body 321, thus creating a gap between adjacent second guide plates 322.

[0056] The following explanation uses the first cable management board 31 as an example. Since fiber optic connectors can be connected to the fiber optic cable, during the process of combing the fiber optic cable, the fiber optic connector and the first cable guide groove 310 may interfere with each other, causing the fiber optic cable to get stuck and unable to move.

[0057] However, as described above, the first end 3121 of the first guide plate 312 is connected to the first cable management plate body 311, and the second end 3122 is spaced apart from the first cable management plate body 311. Therefore, when interference occurs between the fiber optic connector and the first guide groove 310, if the fiber is pulled with a little force, the fiber optic connector will squeeze the second end 3122 of the first guide plate 312, causing the second end 3122 to undergo elastic deformation under force. Subsequently, the second end 3122 will shift away from the first cable management plate body 311. This enlarges the first guide groove 310, allowing the fiber optic connector to pass through smoothly.

[0058] Furthermore, since adjacent first guide plates 312 are spaced apart along the first cable management plate body 311, it is understood that in the case of the first guide groove 310 enclosed by the first guide plates 312 and the first cable management plate body 311, there is a gap between the other first guide plate 312 adjacent to the second end 3122 of one first guide plate 312 and that second end 3122, and this gap is connected to the first guide groove 310. In this case, when interference occurs between the fiber optic connector and the first guide groove 310, the fiber can be removed from the gap connected to the first guide groove 310, the fiber optic connector can be placed outside the first guide groove 310, and then the fiber can be re-threaded into the first guide groove 310, thereby solving the problem of interference between the fiber optic connector and the first guide groove 310.

[0059] In some embodiments of this application, such as Figure 6As shown, a first groove 33 is provided on the surface of the first cable management board body 311 near the second cable management board body 321. The first groove 33 extends along the direction from the support component 1 to the wiring component 2. Based on this, a connecting rod 34 is provided on the surface of the second cable management board body 321 near the first cable management board body 311. The connecting rod 34 is slidably disposed in the first groove 33, and the connecting rod 34 can slide along the first groove 33 in the direction from the support component 1 to the wiring component 2, thereby allowing the second cable management board body 321 to move closer to or away from the first cable management board body 311.

[0060] Based on this, see Figure 3 The first guide plate 312 and the second guide plate 322 are staggered along the length of the first cable management plate body 311. The second guide plate 322 is close to the surface of the first guide plate 312 and is positioned opposite the interval between the two adjacent first guide plates 312.

[0061] When the second cable management plate body 321 moves closer to the first cable management plate body 311, the second conductor plate 322 moves along with the second cable management plate body 321, and the surfaces of the second conductor plate 322 and the first conductor plate 312 can abut against each other. Furthermore, the second conductor plate 322 can seal the gap between two adjacent first conductor plates 312, thus ensuring that the optical fiber located in the first conductor groove 310 will not fall out of the gap.

[0062] In some embodiments, there are multiple second cable management boards 32 (see...) Figure 3 Multiple second cable management plates 32 are located on the side of the first cable management plate 31 where the first wire groove 310 is provided, and two adjacent second cable management plates 32 are slidably connected in the direction from the support assembly 1 to the wiring assembly 2. In this way, more wire grooves (second wire grooves 320) can be provided, thereby increasing the load-bearing capacity of the first cable organizer 3.

[0063] When there are multiple second cable management plates 32, such as Figure 7 As shown, a first groove 33 is provided on the surface of the second cable management plate body 321 away from the first cable management plate body 311 (see...). Figure 6 Thus, the connecting rod 34 provided on the second cable management plate body 321 can be slidably connected to the sliding groove of the adjacent second cable management plate body 321, thereby realizing the relative sliding between the two adjacent second cable management plates 32.

[0064] Furthermore, the gap between two adjacent second conductor plates 322 of one second cable management plate 32 is directly opposite to one second conductor plate 322 of another second cable management plate 32. Thus, when the two second cable management plates 32 approach each other and their second conductor plates 322 abut against each other, one second conductor plate 322 can block the gap between the two adjacent second conductor plates 322, thereby ensuring that the optical fiber passing through the second conductor groove 320 will not fall out of the second conductor groove 320.

[0065] Based on this, such as Figure 1 As shown, the fiber optic cabling device 100 provided in this application may further include a second cable organizer 4. The second cable organizer 4 is connected to the support assembly 1, and the second cable organizer 4 is located on the other side of the support assembly 1 where the cabling assembly 2 is connected.

[0066] Furthermore, such as Figure 8 As shown, the second cable organizer 4 includes a mounting bracket 41 and a third cable management plate 42. The mounting bracket 41 has a guide rail 410, and the third cable management plate 42 has a guide groove 420. The third cable management plate 42 is slidably connected to the guide rail 410 of the mounting bracket 41 via the guide groove 420, allowing the third cable management plate 42 to slide against the mounting bracket 41 and thus enabling it to move in a direction away from or towards the support assembly 1.

[0067] Based on this, a third conductor groove 430 is formed on the surface of the third cable management plate 42 near the support component 1. In this way, the optical fiber passing through the first cable manager 3 can be inserted into the third conductor groove 430 of the second cable manager 4 for further collection, sorting and guidance of the optical fiber.

[0068] For example, the second cable management device 4 may also include a mounting bracket connecting plate 411, and the mounting bracket 41 can be connected to the mounting bracket connecting plate 411 by welding. Screw holes 4110 may be provided on the mounting bracket connecting plate 411 (see...). Figure 8 This allows the mounting bracket connecting plate 411 to be threadedly connected to the support assembly 1 using screws, thereby mounting the mounting bracket 41 onto the support assembly 1 via the mounting bracket connecting plate 411.

[0069] For example, multiple fiber optic distribution units 100 can be connected along... Figure 9 The optical fiber is positioned in the X direction. In this way, the optical fiber on one optical fiber distribution device 100 can be sequentially threaded through the conductor slots of the first cable organizer 3 and the second cable organizer 4. Furthermore, the optical fiber threaded through the third conductor slot 430 of the second cable organizer 4 on one optical fiber distribution device 100 can be threaded through the conductor slot of the first cable organizer 3 of another adjacent optical fiber distribution device 100, and then connected to the optical fiber coupler on the distribution panel 22.

[0070] For example, such as Figure 9 As shown, the fiber optic distribution device 100 provided in this application may further include a cable tray 101, which can be used to support optical fibers that cross over from adjacent fiber optic distribution devices 100.

[0071] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 As shown, the second cable management device 4 can have multiple third cable management plates 42, all of which are slidably connected to the guide rail 410. This increases the load-bearing capacity of the fiber optic distribution device 100.

[0072] As described above, the optical fibers passing through the first conductor groove 310 or the second conductor groove 320 of the first cable organizer 3 can be further passed through the third conductor groove 430 of the second cable organizer 4 to further separate and guide the optical fibers exiting from the first cable organizer 3. When the optical fibers exiting from the first cable organizer 3 pass through the second cable organizer 4, the optical fibers between the first cable organizer 3 and the second cable organizer 4 will be bent, and the degree of bending is relatively large.

[0073] In this case, such as Figure 1 As shown, the fiber optic cabling device 100 provided in this application may further include a first cable reel 51 and a second cable reel 52. The first cable reel 51 is disposed on the side of the support assembly 1 where the cabling assembly 2 is located. The first cable reel 51 may include a first cable reel post 511 and a first stop portion 512. One end of the first cable reel post 511 is connected to the support assembly 1, and the other end is connected to the first stop portion 512.

[0074] For example, there can be two first coilers 51, which are spaced apart along the height direction of the support assembly 1. In addition, two first stops 512 can be spaced apart along the length direction of a first coil post 511, and the optical fiber can be wound between the two first stops 512.

[0075] The second cable reel 52 is disposed on the side of the support assembly 1 where the second cable organizer 4 is located. The second cable reel 52 may include a second cable reel post 521 and a second stop part 522. One end of the second cable reel post 521 is connected to the support assembly 1, and the other end is connected to the second stop part 522.

[0076] In this way, the optical fiber passing through the first cable organizer 3 can be wound onto the first coil post 511 of the first cable reel 51 located adjacent to the first cable organizer 3. The first stop 512 can prevent the optical fiber from falling off the first coil post 511, so that a portion of the redundant optical fiber can be stored on the first cable reel 51. Then, the remaining optical fiber is wound onto the second coil post 521 of the second cable reel 52. The second stop 522 can prevent the optical fiber from falling off the second coil post 521. The teardrop-shaped optical fiber can be stably stored on the second coil post 521, and then the optical fiber continues to be passed through the second cable organizer 4.

[0077] During the process of optical fiber passing from the first cable organizer 3 to the second cable organizer 4, the optical fiber passing through the first cable organizer 3 is first wound around the first cable reel 51, and some redundant optical fiber is wound around the first reel post 511. Then, the remaining optical fiber is wound around the second reel post 521, and then the optical fiber is passed through the second cable organizer 4. Through the two transitions of the first cable reel 51 and the second cable reel 52, the bending of the optical fiber can be reduced when the optical fiber is placed from the first cable organizer 3 to the second cable organizer 4, thus protecting the optical fiber.

[0078] In some embodiments of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, there can be multiple first cable organizers 3, which are spaced apart along a first direction. It should be noted that the first direction 1 is perpendicular to the length direction of the first cable organizer 3, and the first direction 1 is also parallel to the wiring panel 22.

[0079] In this way, the optical fiber extending from the wiring panel 22 can be threaded into the conductor groove (first conductor groove 310 or second conductor groove 320) of the first cable organizer 3 arranged along the first direction. The multiple first cable organizers 3 jointly carry the optical fiber and provide support for the optical fiber, which can prevent the optical fiber from bending due to its own weight when the optical fiber is long.

[0080] Furthermore, it should be noted that the fiber optic coupler mounting holes 220 on the wiring panel 22 can also be arranged along the first direction. In this case, after the fiber optic connector is connected to the fiber optic coupler, it can be threaded into the conductor groove of one of the multiple first cable organizers 3 adjacent to it.

[0081] In some embodiments of this application, such as Figure 10 As shown, the connector 21 has a mounting groove 210 on the surface near the wiring panel 22. Figure 11 As shown, the wiring panel 22 may include a plug plate 221, a rotating shaft 222, and a connecting rod 223. The plug plate 221 has fiber optic coupler mounting holes 220 (see...). Figure 2The connector 221 is used to mount fiber optic couplers. A rotating shaft 222 is disposed within a mounting slot 210, and the rotating shaft 222 rotatably engages with the mounting slot 210. Furthermore, the axis of the rotating shaft 222 is parallel to the connector 221. One end of a connecting rod 223 is connected to the rotating shaft 222, and the other end of the connecting rod 223 is connected to the connector 221.

[0082] The power strip 221 is connected to the rotating shaft 222 via the connecting rod 223. The rotating shaft 222 is rotatably engaged with the mounting slot 210. The power strip 221 rotates around the rotating shaft 222. In this way, when inserting optical fibers into the power strip 221, the power strip 221 can be rotated, allowing the operator to insert optical fibers from both sides of the power strip 221, which is convenient for the operator.

[0083] For example, multiple mounting slots 210 may be provided on the connector 21, such as three, and the three mounting slots 210 are provided on three adjacent sidewalls of the connector 21 (see...). Figure 10 In this case, the wiring panel 22 may include multiple pivots 222 and multiple connecting rods 223, the number of which corresponds to the number of mounting slots 210, i.e., the number of pivots 222 and connecting rods 223 are both three (see [reference]). Figure 11 Furthermore, the positions of the rotating shaft 222 and the connecting rod 223 correspond to the positions of the mounting groove 210.

[0084] This allows the power strip 221 to rotate around the pivot 222 in different directions, further improving the flexibility of the power strip 221 and enabling staff to make fiber optic connections on the power strip 221 from more different angles.

[0085] For example, such as Figure 10 As shown, the connecting member 21 is also provided with a limiting groove 211, into which the rotating shaft 222 can extend. The limiting groove 211 can provide support for the rotating shaft 222 and limit the movement of the rotating shaft 222 in the radial direction, ensuring the stability of the rotating shaft 222 during rotation.

[0086] For example, such as Figure 11 As shown, the fiber optic distribution device 100 provided in this application may further include a connection component 6, which can provide support for the distribution panel 22.

[0087] Furthermore, the aforementioned connecting assembly 6 may include a first connecting seat 61, a telescopic connecting rod 62, a second connecting seat 63, and a fixed base 64. The first connecting seat 61 is connected to one of the plurality of connecting rods 223, and one end of the telescopic connecting rod 62 is connected to the first connecting seat 61. The other end of the telescopic connecting rod 62 is connected to the second connecting seat 63, and the second connecting seat 63 is connected to the fixed base 64. The fixed base 64 is connected to the support assembly 1.

[0088] In this way, the fixed base 64 is mounted on the support assembly 1, the second connecting seat 63 is connected to the fixed base 64, and the first connecting seat 61 is connected to the connecting rod 223. The two ends of the telescopic connecting rod 62 are connected to the first connecting seat 61 and the second connecting seat 63 respectively, enabling the connecting assembly 6 to provide support for the power strip 21. This makes the power strip 221 more stable during rotation.

[0089] It should be noted that, to ensure the power strip 221 can rotate smoothly, the telescopic linkage 62 includes a first telescopic rod 621 and a second telescopic rod 622, which are nested together and can slide relative to each other. In this way, during the rotation of the power strip 221, the first telescopic rod 621 can slide relative to the second telescopic rod 622, thereby ensuring the smooth rotation of the power strip 221.

[0090] In some embodiments of this application, such as Figure 2 As shown, the fiber optic cabling device 100 provided in this application may further include a drive assembly 7, which is disposed on the side surface of the support assembly 1 where the cabling assembly 2 is located. Further, the drive assembly 7 may be disposed on the side surface of the connector 21 where the mounting groove 210 is located. The drive assembly 7 is connected to the rotating shaft 222 for driving the rotating shaft 222 to rotate, thereby causing the plug plate 221 to flip.

[0091] For example, such as Figure 11 As shown, the three connecting rods 223 may include a first connecting rod 2231, a second connecting rod 2232, and a third connecting rod 2233. The three rotating shafts 222 may include a first rotating shaft 2221, a second rotating shaft 2222, and a third rotating shaft 2223. The first connecting rod 2231 is connected to the first connecting seat 61, and the second connecting rod 2232 and the third connecting rod 2233 are respectively located on two opposite side frames of the connector 21.

[0092] In this case, a gear 8 is provided at the end of the second rotating shaft 2222 corresponding to the second connecting rod 2232 and the third rotating shaft 2223 corresponding to the third connecting rod 2233, away from the first rotating shaft 2221 (see...). Figure 2 ).like Figure 12As shown, the drive assembly 7 may include a mounting plate 71, a reinforcing plate 72, a guide rod 73, and a rack 74. The mounting plate 71 is mounted on the connector 21, and a guide hole 710 is provided on the mounting plate 71. The guide rod 73 passes through the guide hole 710, and the guide rod 73 slides within the guide hole 710. A rack 74 is connected to the end of the guide rod 73, and the teeth of the rack 74 can engage with the gear 8 (see...). Figure 2 ) Engagement. It should be noted that the axis of the guide hole 710 is parallel to the connector plate 221 and also perpendicular to the first direction.

[0093] For example, such as Figure 12 As shown, there can be two mounting plates 71. The two mounting plates 71 are spaced apart on the side surface of the connector 21 where the wiring assembly 2 is located, and the two mounting plates 71 are connected to the connector 21. The two mounting plates 71 are provided with guide holes 710, and the axes of the guide holes 710 on the two mounting plates 71 coincide, so that the guide rod 73 can be passed through the guide holes 710 of the two spaced-apart mounting plates 71.

[0094] For example, such as Figure 12 As shown, the drive assembly 7 may further include an abutment plate 740, which is connected to both ends of the guide rod 73, and a rack 74 is disposed on one side surface of the abutment plate 740. Based on this, when the rack 74 meshes with the gear 8 and causes the gear 8 to rotate, the abutment plate 740 can abut against the side of the gear 8, so that the gear 8 is more stable during rotation.

[0095] Based on this, a reinforcing plate 72 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the guide rod 73, and the reinforcing plate 72 and the guide rod 73 are fixedly connected. The reinforcing plate 72 is located between two spaced-apart mounting plates 71. Furthermore, both ends of the guide rod 73 are connected to racks 74, and the two racks 74 can respectively mesh with gears 8 on the second rotating shaft 2222 and the third rotating shaft 2223. When the gear 8 on the second rotating shaft 2222 meshes with the rack 74, the gear 8 on the third rotating shaft 2223 does not mesh with the rack 74.

[0096] In this way, when the worker needs to flip the power strip 221, they can hold the reinforcing plate 72 and push it to make the guide rod 73 connected to the reinforcing plate 72 slide within the guide hole 710. For example, the reinforcing plate 72 can be pushed towards the second rotating shaft 2222, causing the rack 74 to mesh with the gear 8 on the second rotating shaft 2222, thereby driving the second rotating shaft 2222 to rotate, causing the power strip 221 to rotate around the second rotating shaft 2222, thus flipping the power strip 221. Alternatively, the reinforcing plate 72 can be pushed towards the third rotating shaft 2223, causing the gear 8 on the third rotating shaft 2223 to rotate, thereby driving the rotating roller of the third rotating shaft 2223, causing the power strip 221 to rotate around the third rotating shaft 2223, thus flipping the power strip 221.

[0097] Based on this, gears 8 can also be installed at both ends of the first rotating shaft 2221 (see...). Figure 2 A drive assembly 7 is provided on each of the opposite sides of the connector 21 along the first direction. The rack 74 of the drive assembly 7 is positioned close to the gear 8 of the first rotating shaft 2221 and can mesh with the gear 8. It should be noted that the axes of the guide rods 73 of the two drive assemblies 7 positioned along the first direction are in the same direction as the first direction. This allows the reinforcing plate 72 to be held and moved along the first direction. When the reinforcing plate 72 moves close to the first rotating shaft 2221, the rack 74 can mesh with the gear 8, thereby driving the gear 8 to rotate. This causes the gear 8 to drive the first rotating shaft 2221 to rotate, thereby causing the power strip 221 to flip.

[0098] For example, such as Figure 13 As shown, the fiber optic distribution device 100 provided in this application can be connected along the height direction, and adjacent support components 1 are connected by welding. This can further improve the load-bearing capacity of the device and sort and separate more optical fibers. In addition, a top cover 1000 can also be connected to the support component 1 of the fiber optic distribution device 100 located at the top, and the top cover 1000 is connected to the support component 1 to increase stability.

[0099] For example, in order to cover the first groove 33 mentioned above, see Figure 6 and Figure 14 A cover plate 330 can be installed above the first slide groove 33. The cover plate 330 has a symmetrical structure, with two cover plates 330 installed above one of the first slide grooves 33 and connected by screws or adhesive to seal the first slide groove 33 and prevent the connecting rod 34 from falling out of the first slide groove 33.

[0100] To ensure that the telescopic link 62 can rotate in both the horizontal and vertical directions while providing support for the wiring assembly 2, thus ensuring that the power strip 221 can rotate at multiple angles, for example, as shown... Figure 15 As shown, the telescopic link 62 also includes a cross shaft 9, which includes a first shaft 91 and a second shaft 92, and the first shaft 91 and the second shaft 92 are perpendicular to each other.

[0101] Based on this, a connecting seat 6220 is also connected to one end of the second telescopic rod 622 adjacent to the second connecting seat 63, and the connecting seat 6220 is rotatably connected to the first shaft 91. Furthermore, the second shaft 92 is rotatably connected to the second connecting seat 63. In this way, through the rotatable connection of the cross shaft 9 to the second connecting seat 63 and the connecting seat 6220 in the vertical and horizontal directions respectively, the rotatable connection between the second telescopic rod 622 and the second connecting seat 63 can be achieved, thereby ensuring that the second telescopic rod 622 can swing with the power strip 221 during the flipping process.

[0102] The above explanation uses the second telescopic rod 622 as an example. The principle and structure of the rotational engagement between the first telescopic rod 621 and the socket 221 are the same as those of the second telescopic rod 622, and will not be repeated here.

[0103] In the description of this specification, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0104] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A fiber optic distribution device, characterized in that, The fiber optic distribution device includes: Support components; A wiring assembly, connected to one side of the support assembly, includes a connector and a wiring panel. One end of the connector is connected to the support assembly, and the other end is connected to the wiring panel. The wiring panel is used to mount a fiber optic coupler. A first cable management unit is located on the side of the wiring assembly away from the support assembly; it includes: The extension piece has one end connected to the wiring panel; The first cable management plate is connected at one end to the other end of the extension member; the first cable management plate is spaced apart from the wiring panel through the extension member. The second cable management plate has one end connected to the other end of the first cable management plate; there is a gap between the second cable management plate and the first cable management plate. The first cable management plate has a plurality of first cable grooves formed on the surface of the first cable management plate near the second cable management plate; the second cable management plate has a plurality of second cable grooves formed on the surface of the second cable management plate near the first cable management plate; the first cable grooves and the second cable grooves are located within the gap.

2. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first cable management board includes: The first cable management board body is connected at one end to the extension member; Multiple first wire guide plates are connected to the other end of the first wire management plate body; each first wire guide plate has a first end and a second end, the first end is connected to the other end of the first wire management plate body, the second end is spaced apart from the other end of the first wire management plate body, and a first wire groove is formed between the first wire guide plate and the first wire management plate body; the multiple first wire guide plates are spaced apart. The second cable management board includes: The second cable management board body has one end connected to the other end of the first cable management board body, and has the gap between it and the first cable management board body; Multiple second guide plates are located within the gap and connected to the main body of the second cable management plate; one second guide plate has a third end and a fourth end, the third end is connected to the main body of the second cable management plate, the fourth end is spaced apart from the main body of the second cable management plate, and a second guide groove is formed between the second guide plate and the main body of the second cable management plate; the multiple second guide plates are spaced apart.

3. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first cable management board body has a first groove on the side surface near the second cable management board body, and the first groove extends along the direction from the support component to the wiring component; the second cable management board body has a connecting rod on the side surface near the first cable management board body, and the connecting rod is slidably disposed in the first groove; the second cable management board body can move closer to or away from the first cable management board body. The first guide plate and the second guide plate are staggered along the length of the first guide plate. The second guide plate is close to the surface of the first guide plate and is positioned directly opposite the spacing between two adjacent first guide plates.

4. The optical fiber distribution device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, There are multiple second cable management boards, and each of the multiple second cable management boards is located on the side of the first cable management board where the first wire groove is provided. Adjacent two second cable management boards are slidably connected in the direction from the support component to the wiring component.

5. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fiber optic distribution device also includes: The second cable organizer is connected to the support assembly and is located on the other side of the support assembly where the wiring assembly is connected. The second cable organizer includes a mounting bracket and a third cable management plate. The mounting bracket has a guide rail, and the third cable management plate has a guide groove. The third cable management plate is slidably connected to the guide rail through the guide groove. A third wire groove is formed on the surface of the third cable management plate near the support assembly. The third cable management plate can move in a direction away from or near the support assembly.

6. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 5, characterized in that, There are multiple third cable management plates, and all of the multiple third cable management plates are slidably connected to the guide rail.

7. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The fiber optic distribution device also includes: A first cable reel, disposed on the side of the support assembly where the wiring assembly is located, includes a first cable reel post and a first stop; one end of the first cable reel post is connected to the support assembly, and the other end is connected to the first stop; and... The second cable reel is located on the side of the support assembly where the second cable reel is located. It includes a second cable reel post and a second stop. One end of the second cable reel post is connected to the support assembly, and the other end is connected to the second stop.

8. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of the first cable organizers is multiple, and the multiple first cable organizers are spaced apart along a first direction; the first direction is perpendicular to the length direction of the first cable organizer, and the first direction is also parallel to the wiring panel.

9. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector has a mounting groove on the side surface near the wiring panel; The wiring panel includes: A power strip for mounting the fiber optic coupler; A rotating shaft is disposed within the mounting groove and rotatably engages with the mounting groove; the axis of the rotating shaft is parallel to the socket plate. The connecting rod is connected at one end to the rotating shaft and at the other end to the power strip.

10. The fiber optic distribution device according to claim 9, characterized in that, A drive component is disposed on the side surface of the support component on which the wiring component is located; The drive assembly is connected to the rotating shaft and is used to drive the rotating shaft to rotate, so that the rotating shaft rotates and causes the power strip to flip.

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