Cable entry securing assembly and method of use

Abstract

The application relates to an incoming cable fixing assembly and a use method, and relates to the technical field of optical fiber communication. The incoming cable fixing assembly comprises a base provided with an opening for clamping an optical cable on one side, and further provided with a receiving groove in the base; and an optical cable fixing structure fixed in the receiving groove, wherein the optical cable fixing structure comprises two clamping ends arranged at intervals, the two clamping ends extend out of the receiving groove to form a clamping area in communication with the opening and used for clamping the optical cable. The application is simple to install and disassemble, has strong compatibility, and can be disassembled and replaced while ensuring stability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of communication technology, and specifically to a cable entry fixing component and its usage method. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, conventional cable fixing structures typically use cable ties or metal hose clamps for fixation, with some using plastic clips.

[0003] However, in actual use, cable ties have poor tensile strength and are unstable; metal hose clamps require screwdrivers and other tools for fixing, which is cumbersome and inconvenient; plastic cable holders require screw fixing, which is cumbersome, and those that do not require screw fixing have a limited range of compatible cable diameters and poor tensile strength; making it difficult to meet current needs. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides a cable entry fixing component and its usage method, which is easy to install and disassemble, highly compatible, and can be disassembled and replaced while ensuring stability.

[0005] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a cable entry fixing assembly, the cable entry fixing assembly comprising:

[0006] The base has an opening on one side for inserting the optical cable, and the base also has a receiving slot inside;

[0007] The optical cable fixing structure is detachably fixed in the receiving groove. The optical cable fixing structure includes two spaced-apart clamping ends that extend from the receiving groove to form a clamping area that communicates with the opening and is used to clamp the optical cable.

[0008] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the base includes a U-shaped outer side and a U-shaped inner side connected to and spaced apart from the end of the U-shaped outer side.

[0009] The opening is formed at the open ends of the outer and inner sides of the U-shape;

[0010] The gap between the outer and inner sides of the U-shape forms the receiving groove.

[0011] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the optical cable fixing structure includes a positioning plate and two fixing plates disposed on both sides of the positioning plate, the positioning plate and the two fixing plates forming a U-shaped structure.

[0012] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, a limiting groove is provided at the bottom of the inner side of the U-shape;

[0013] The positioning plate is provided with a limiting spring arm that cooperates with the limiting groove.

[0014] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the two clamping ends are respectively connected to the end of one of the fixing plates, and the two clamping ends extend upward at an angle toward each other.

[0015] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the base is provided with at least one hanging ear.

[0016] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the base is provided with two hanging ears, and a spring buckle is provided between the two hanging ears, the spring buckle being provided with a positioning protrusion for fixing.

[0017] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the optical cable fixing structure is a metal spring.

[0018] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the base is a plastic part.

[0019] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide a method of using a cable entry fixing component, the method of using the cable entry fixing component including:

[0020] Select the cable entry fixing component that matches the size of the optical cable to be fixed;

[0021] Secure the selected cable entry fixing component to the bracket;

[0022] The optical cable to be fixed is laterally pushed from the opening into the clamping area formed by the two clamping ends to complete the fixing of the optical cable.

[0023] The beneficial effects of the technical solutions provided in this application include:

[0024] The cable fixing assembly in this application includes a base 1 and an optical cable fixing structure 2. The base 1 has an opening 11 on one side for inserting the optical cable, and a receiving groove 12 is also provided inside the base 1. The optical cable fixing structure 2 is fixed in the receiving groove 12. The optical cable fixing structure 2 includes two clamping ends 21 arranged at intervals. The two clamping ends 21 extend from the receiving groove 12 to form a clamping area 22 that communicates with the opening 11 and is used to clamp the optical cable.

[0025] Thus, optical cables of different diameters can be fixed by installing different optical cable fixing structures 2. In addition, the installation method of optical cable fixing structure 2 and base 1 can be disassembled and replaced while ensuring stability, and is convenient to operate and easy to disassemble. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one embodiment of the cable fixing assembly of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the cable fixing assembly of this application;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a side view of the cable fixing assembly of this application;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cable fixing assembly of this application mounted on the bracket;

[0031] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the cable-fixing assembly of this application after the optical cable has been installed;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating an embodiment of the method of using the cable fixing component of this application.

[0033] In the diagram: 1. Base; 11. Opening; 12. Receiving slot; 13. U-shaped outer side; 131. Limiting slot; 14. U-shaped inner side; 15. Hanging ear; 16. Spring buckle; 161. Positioning protrusion; 2. Optical cable fixing structure; 21. Clamping end; 22. Clamping area; 23. Positioning plate; 231. Limiting spring arm; 24. Fixing plate; 3. Bracket; 31. Positioning hole. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0035] This application provides a cable entry fixing component.

[0036] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one embodiment of the cable fixing assembly of this application. Figure 1 As shown, the cable fixing assembly includes: a base 1 and an optical cable fixing structure 2.

[0037] The base 1 has an opening 11 on one side for inserting the optical cable, and a receiving groove 12 is also provided inside the base 1. The optical cable fixing structure 2 is detachably fixed in the receiving groove 12. The optical cable fixing structure 2 includes two clamping ends 21 spaced apart. The two clamping ends 21 extend out from the receiving groove 12 to form a clamping area 22 that communicates with the opening 11 and is used to clamp the optical cable.

[0038] Understandably, the cable entry fixing component in this application is convenient to use; the optical cable simply needs to be inserted into the clamping area 22 through the side opening 11 of the base 1. The clamping area 22 is circular to better hold the optical cable. The clamping end 21 firmly holds the optical cable, preventing it from moving. Compared to cable ties, the cable entry fixing component in this application can more stably fix the optical cable; compared to metal hose clamps and plastic brackets, the cable entry fixing component in this application does not require the use of screwdrivers or screws for fixing, making operation simpler.

[0039] For specific implementation details, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 2 As shown, the base 1 includes a U-shaped outer side 13 and a U-shaped inner side 14 connected to and spaced apart from the end of the U-shaped outer side 13; the open ends of the U-shaped outer side 13 and the U-shaped inner side 14 form the opening 11; the gap between the U-shaped outer side 13 and the U-shaped inner side 14 forms the receiving groove 12. That is, the U-shaped inner side 14 extends towards the end of the U-shaped outer side 13 and is recessed into the interior of the U-shaped outer side 13, thereby forming the receiving groove 12. In this embodiment, the base 1 is a plastic part; however, it is understood that other materials can also be used, and this embodiment does not impose any limitations.

[0040] Correspondingly, in one embodiment, the optical cable fixing structure 2 includes a positioning plate 23 and two fixing plates 24 disposed on both sides of the positioning plate 23, the positioning plate 23 and the two fixing plates 24 forming a U-shaped structure. In this embodiment, the optical cable fixing structure 2 is a metal spring sheet; however, it is understood that other materials may also be used, and this embodiment does not impose any limitations.

[0041] In other words, this application involves embedding the U-shaped optical cable fixing structure 2 into the U-shaped receiving groove 12 of the base 1. To better secure the two, a limiting groove 131 is provided at the bottom of the inner side 14 of the U-shape; the positioning plate 23 is provided with a limiting spring arm 231 that cooperates with the limiting groove 131. When the optical cable fixing structure 2 is inserted into the receiving groove 12, the limiting spring arm 231 is first compressed. When it is installed in place, the limiting spring arm 231 will pop out from the limiting groove 131, thereby limiting and preventing the optical cable fixing structure 2 from falling off the base 1.

[0042] Preferably, in this embodiment, a unidirectional limiting method is used to restrict the movement of the optical cable in a specific direction. Specifically, the two clamping ends 21 are respectively connected to the end of one of the fixing plates 24, and the two clamping ends 21 extend upward at an angle towards each other. Thus, it can be seen that, since the clamping ends 21 extend upward at an angle towards each other, it will be difficult to pull the optical cable downward, and correspondingly, it will be easier to pull the optical cable upward.

[0043] Thus, on the one hand, the metal spring uses a unidirectional limiting method to restrict the movement of the optical cable in a specific direction; on the other hand, the metal spring adopts a spring arm design, and the metal spring and the plastic part are fixed by the spring arm, which can be disassembled and replaced while ensuring stability.

[0044] It is worth noting that the cable fixing component in this embodiment is mainly installed on the box or bracket. Taking the bracket as an example, for ease of installation, at least one hanging ear 15 is provided on the base 1.

[0045] See Figure 3 As shown, preferably, the base 1 is provided with two hanging ears 15, and a spring buckle 16 is provided between the two hanging ears 15. The spring buckle 16 is provided with a positioning protrusion 161 for fixing. Correspondingly, a positioning hole 31 is also provided on the bracket 3. See Figure 4 As shown, during installation, first slightly pry open the spring clip 16, then hang the lug 15 on the top end face of the bracket 3. Then, adjust the position of the cable entry fixing component so that the positioning protrusion 161 aligns with the positioning hole 31 to complete the fixing. See also... Figure 5 As shown, after the cable fixing assembly is installed and fixed, the optical cable of the corresponding size can be inserted through the opening 11 on the side of the base 1 to fix the optical cable.

[0046] It is understandable that the method of fixing the cable to the housing or bracket using the spring clip 16 in this embodiment is simple to disassemble and has strong compatibility. It is worth noting that this application can achieve the fixing of optical cables of different diameters by using different bases 1 and optical cable fixing structures 2.

[0047] In summary, the cable fixing assembly of this application includes a base 1 and an optical cable fixing structure 2. The base 1 has an opening 11 on one side for inserting the optical cable, and a receiving groove 12 is also provided inside the base 1. The optical cable fixing structure 2 is fixed in the receiving groove 12. The optical cable fixing structure 2 includes two clamping ends 21 spaced apart. The two clamping ends 21 extend from the receiving groove 12 to form a clamping area 22 that communicates with the opening 11 and is used to clamp the optical cable.

[0048] Thus, optical cables of different diameters can be fixed by installing different optical cable fixing structures 2. In addition, the installation method of optical cable fixing structure 2 and base 1 can be disassembled and replaced while ensuring stability, and is convenient to operate and easy to disassemble.

[0049] This application also provides a method for using a cable entry fixing component.

[0050] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating an embodiment of the method of using the cable-stayed fixing assembly of this application. Figure 6 As shown, the method of using the cable entry fixing assembly includes:

[0051] S1. Select a cable entry fixing component that matches the size of the optical cable to be fixed;

[0052] It is understandable that step S1 mainly involves selecting a suitable base 1 and optical cable fixing structure 2. The optical cable fixing structure 2 is matched with the receiving groove 12 of the base 1. Then, it is necessary to ensure that the size of the clamping area 22 formed by the optical cable fixing structure 2 matches the size of the optical cable.

[0053] S2. Secure the selected cable entry fixing component to the bracket;

[0054] Specifically, in this embodiment, the base 1 is provided with two hanging ears 15, and a spring clip 16 is provided between the two hanging ears 15. The spring clip 16 is provided with a positioning protrusion 161 for fixing. Correspondingly, a positioning hole 31 is also provided on the bracket 3. See Figure 4 As shown, during installation, first slightly pry the spring clip 16 outwards, then hang the hanging ear 15 on the top end face of the bracket 3, and then adjust the position of the cable entry fixing component so that the positioning protrusion 161 is aligned with the positioning hole 31 to complete the fixing.

[0055] S3. The optical cable to be fixed is laterally pushed from the opening 11 to the clamping area 22 formed by the two clamping ends 21 to complete the fixing of the optical cable.

[0056] It is worth noting that this application can achieve optical cable fixing of different cable diameters by using different bases 1 and optical cable fixing structures 2.

[0057] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" 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 or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0058] It should be noted that in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, 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, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0059] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. An in-cable fixation assembly, characterized by, The cable entry fixing assembly comprises: a base (1) provided with an opening (11) for the cable to be inserted into, and a receiving groove (12) formed in the base (1); a cable fixing structure (2) detachably fixed in the receiving groove (12), the cable fixing structure (2) comprising two spaced-apart clamping ends (21) extending out of the receiving groove (12) to form a clamping area (22) in communication with the opening (11) and used for clamping the cable; the cable fixing structure (2) comprising a positioning plate (23) and two fixing plates (24) arranged on both sides of the positioning plate (23), the positioning plate (23) and the two fixing plates (24) forming a U-shaped structure; the base (1) comprising a U-shaped outer side (13) and a U-shaped inner side (14) arranged in parallel with the end of the U-shaped outer side (13), the gap between the U-shaped outer side (13) and the U-shaped inner side (14) forming the receiving groove (12); the bottom of the U-shaped inner side (14) being provided with a limiting groove (131); the positioning plate (23) being provided with a limiting elastic arm (231) matched with the limiting groove (131); the two clamping ends (21) being respectively connected with the end of one of the fixing plates (24), and the two clamping ends (21) extending upwardly and oppositely.

2. The cable entry fixing assembly according to claim 1, wherein: the open ends of the U-shaped outer side (13) and the U-shaped inner side (14) form the opening (11).

3. The cable entry fixing assembly according to claim 1, wherein: the base (1) is provided with at least one hanging ear (15).

4. The cable entry fixing assembly according to claim 3, wherein: the base (1) is provided with two hanging ears (15), and a spring buckle (16) is arranged between the two hanging ears (15), the spring buckle (16) being provided with a positioning protrusion (161) used for fixation.

5. The cable entry fixing assembly according to claim 1, wherein: the cable fixing structure (2) is a metal spring.

6. The cable entry fixing assembly according to claim 1, wherein: the base (1) is a plastic part.

7. A method of using the cable entry securing assembly of claim 1, wherein, The method for using the cable entry fixing assembly comprises: selecting a cable entry fixing assembly matched with the size of the cable to be fixed; fixing the selected cable entry fixing assembly on a support (3); laterally pushing the cable to be fixed into the clamping area (22) formed by the two clamping ends (21) from the opening (11) to complete the fixation of the cable.

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