Device for connecting components and arrangement for compensating tolerances

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (10) for compensating for tolerances between two components (B1, B2) to be connected, comprising at least one base element (20) and a compensating element (30) which is in threaded engagement or can be brought into threaded engagement, the base element (20) comprising a cavity (23), the cavity has a plurality of first sections (24.1 to 24.n) and a plurality of second sections (25.1 to 25.n) defining at least a first threaded ring (40.1 to 40. N), the compensation element (30) being movable from an initial position (P1) to a compensation position (P2) by a first rotational movement relative to the base element (20), and the compensation element (30) being movable from a second position (P2) to a compensation position (P2) by a second rotational movement relative to the base element (20). And in the compensation position (P2) is in threaded and / or frictional and / or clamping engagement with the first section (24.1 to 24.n) and / or the second section (25.1 to 25.n) of the base element (20) in order to accommodate a second rotational movement of the screw element (60). The invention also relates to an arrangement having two components (B1, B2) and a device (10).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for connecting components. The present invention also relates to an arrangement for compensating tolerances between two components to be connected to each other. Background Art

[0002] Such a device is well-known and is applied, for example, in vehicle manufacturing, especially when it comes to screwing two components to each other across a joint with tolerances. For this purpose, this device is arranged between the components to be connected, and a screwing element for screwing the components, such as a screw or a bolt, is made to pass through corresponding openings provided in the components and through this device. When the screwing element is screwed in, the compensating element twists relative to the base element via a follower spring connected between the screwing element and the compensating element, and thus axially moves towards the base element from its initial position, for example, moves out of the base element until the compensating element reaches its compensating position, at which the base element and the compensating element each abut one of the components, thereby bridging the joint gap. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The object of the present invention is to provide an improved device for compensating tolerances between two components to be connected to each other compared with the prior art, and an arrangement for compensating tolerances.

[0004] The object in terms of the device is achieved according to the present invention by the features described in claim 1. The object in terms of the arrangement is achieved according to the present invention by the features described in claim 14.

[0005] According to the present invention, this object is achieved by a device for connecting components, which device comprises at least one base element and a compensating element in thread engagement or introducible into thread engagement, wherein the base element comprises a cavity having at least one thread turn and at least one clamping element.

[0006] In the present invention, at least one thread turn can also be understood as an unclosed thread turn (also called a thread section), which can extend spirally along the inner wall of the cavity by less than 360°. Alternatively, the thread turn can also be understood as a closed thread extending spirally along the inner wall of the cavity by at least a single or multiple 360°.

[0007] Herein, the at least one thread turn can be segmented. In particular, the at least one thread turn can comprise a plurality of first sections, each of which forms a separate thread turn.

[0008] Furthermore, the at least one clamping element can be segmented. In particular, the at least one clamping element can include a plurality of second segments, each of which forms a separate clamping element. The plurality of first segments can also be understood as only one first segment. The plurality of second segments can also be understood as only one second segment.

[0009] In particular, the second segment is configured as a cutting clamping element. This enables different connection segments between the base element and the compensating element. In particular, by means of the first segment, the first connection segment between the base element and the compensating element can be configured or is configured as a threaded connection, and by means of the second segment, the second connection segment can be configured or is configured as a cutting clamping connection. In particular, the cutting clamping element produces an overlap with the thread of the compensating element. Hereinafter, the invention is described exemplarily for the case of a plurality of first segments and second segments.

[0010] Thereby, when two elements are pre-assembled and / or pre-fixed to each other, a gap-free connection and an adjustment torque between the base element and the compensating element are feasible. The clamping element is preferably arranged between and / or below the first segments, which are configured as thread segments or thread turn segments. Alternatively, the clamping element can also be arranged at or above the first segments.

[0011] Here, the compensating element can be moved from an initial position to a compensating position by torsion, in particular by a first assembly movement relative to the base element, in particular a rotational movement. The compensating element can in particular be in thread engagement with the thread turn, in particular with the first segment, in the compensating position, and / or in frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the clamping element, in particular with the second segment. In particular, the compensating element is in thread engagement with the thread turn or with the first segment, and / or in frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the clamping element or with the second segment, in order to accommodate a second assembly movement, in particular a second rotational movement, of a screwed element connecting the two components in a relevant cavity of the compensating element.

[0012] The advantages achieved by the present invention lie particularly in that a gap-free thread, in particular a gap-free thread engagement, can be achieved. With at least one thread turn and at least one clamping element, in particular a cutting clamping element, sufficient torque can be generated simply.

[0013] Since the cavity of the base element includes at least one first segment of a predetermined thread turn and at least one second segment generating a frictional torque and / or a clamping torque, the compensating element can be in gap-free, in particular clamping engagement and / or in frictional engagement with the base element at least in the compensating position. By the cooperation of the external thread of the compensating element with the first segment and the second segment, a gap-free and additionally clamped connection can be achieved simply.

[0014] These sections can form nut threads that are easy to manufacture and integrate. By using the sections in the cavity of the base element, the base element and the sections are configured to be demoldable. Thus, the base element includes a thread that can be easily demolded by means of the first section and a friction element and / or clamping element that can be easily demolded by means of the second section. After the manufacturing state of the base element, the finished base element can be removed from the manufacturing mold without damaging or destroying the manufacturing mold.

[0015] Simple demoldability is particularly understood to mean that in an injection molding process, the two halves of the mold can produce threads or thread coils at the base element and / or the compensating element without a rotating or folding core, and without undercuts. Here, the first sections configured as thread sections are arranged offset from one another so that undercuts can be avoided. In contrast, common multi-start threads always have undercuts.

[0016] The number of the first sections and the number of the second sections can be different. In particular, they can have different shapes and / or dimensions. The first sections and the second sections can be configured separately, particularly as separate molded parts or molded parts at the inner wall of the base element.

[0017] Alternatively, the first sections and the second sections, in particular the pairs of the first sections and the second sections, can be configured as one-piece. For example, the first sections and the second sections can be configured as molded parts or molded parts at the inner wall of the base element.

[0018] An apparatus having several first sections and several second sections will be described below.

[0019] The gapless, at least gap-reducing, and / or self-locking engagement of the base element and the compensating element is particularly understood as a form-fit and / or force-fit connection of the two elements, in particular a thread engagement and / or clamping and / or wedging and / or cutting clamping connection, such that they are firmly connected together and immovable, in particular preventing torsion relative to one another.

[0020] The compensating element can be twisted relative to the base element by means of the first sections with a predetermined number of thread coils. Here, several thread coils in the cavity of the base element can be segmented and arranged offset from one another. Thereby, the thread coils in the base element can be demolded without undercuts.

[0021] By means of the second sections, the compensating element can be in frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the base element in a compensating position to tighten the screwed element.

[0022] The compensating element can be shaped in the second section, for example cut out and / or embossed with a thread. Before the two components to be joined are fixed, the compensating element can be placed in the corresponding compensating position by means of the first section, in which position the compensating element is in or is placed in frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the base element, so that it is subsequently possible to tighten the screwed element to join the two components. The compensating element can be pre-assembled in the base element and can be placed or pre-fixed in the corresponding compensating position before the screwed element is introduced to join the two components.

[0023] The base element can be constructed integrally with one of these components. The base element can already be present, for example, as a suitable component and / or customer interface. The corresponding component or customer interface can be simply demoulded through these sections.

[0024] The device can be, for example, a tolerance compensation device which can be brought to the appropriate height before the components to be joined are fixed to bridge the gap between the components, such as the joint gap. For example, this can relate to components for assembling the rear lights, door handles, headlights, etc. of a vehicle.

[0025] In other words: The base element with the compensating element arranged therein can be pre-assembled in a simple manner onto one of the components, for example on the customer interface. The base element can optionally already be or form a component, such as a customer interface. The compensating element can be rotated relative to the base element to adjust the height of the compensating element relative to the base element.

[0026] The section of the predetermined number of thread turns can be present in the form of a projection with a thread shape or be constructed as a projection with a thread shape. The second section can be present in the form of a clamping element protruding into the cavity or be constructed as a clamping element protruding into the cavity. The compensating element, in particular its external thread, can be adapted to be embossed, shaped and / or cut in the second section, in particular to be shaped or cut out with a thread in the second section. The demouldable second section can be constructed as a projection, bulge, bump, etc.

[0027] The external thread of the compensating element can be in thread engagement with the first section. The external thread of the compensating element can be in frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the second section. The first section can differ from the second section in terms of its shape and / or dimensions. The first section can partially extend along the inner circumference of the base element in the radial and / or circumferential direction. The second section can be constructed, for example, in a block-like manner. The second section can extend to a greater extent in the axial direction than the extension along the inner circumference of the base element in the radial and / or circumferential direction.

[0028] The first section and the second section can be arranged to be distributed on the inner circumference of the base element. In particular, each of these sections can be configured to be separate from each other and arranged to be spaced apart from each other.

[0029] The first sections can be arranged to be spaced apart from each other both radially and / or around the inner circumference. The second sections can be arranged to be spaced apart from each other both radially and / or around the inner circumference. For example, the first sections and / or the second sections can each extend on an arcuate portion of the inner circumference and be arranged to be spaced apart from each other around the inner circumference. At least these first sections can additionally or alternatively be arranged to be offset from each other axially.

[0030] At least one first section among these first sections and one second section among these second sections can be configured to be integral. The second section can be different from the first section at least in terms of its shape and / or size here. The second section can be part of the first section, and due to different thread shapes and / or pitches, it can result in contact with the side surface and / or outer surface and / or core diameter of the screwed element. The external thread of the compensating element must be shaped and / or cut in these section parts of the integral second section.

[0031] The second section can be arranged below the first section in the axial direction, especially in the assembly direction or screwing direction of the screwed element, and / or adjacent to the first section in the radial direction and / or in the circumferential direction, especially adjacent to one side. For example, each first section can be assigned a second section. The external thread, such as the thread tip of the compensating element, must be shaped and / or cut in these second sections. In this way, friction can be generated, especially frictional torque, and / or clamping and / or cutting clamping can be generated, especially clamping torque, and additionally clearance - free can also be achieved.

[0032] The compensating element can have at least one drive profile, such as an external drive profile and / or an internal drive profile, through which the compensating element can move from the base element to the corresponding compensating position before the bolt element is introduced and before the members to be connected are fixed.

[0033] The invention also relates to an arrangement for compensating the tolerance between two members to be connected, wherein the arrangement includes the previously described device, which has a base element with different sections, and wherein the base element can be represented as a separate part on the one hand and can also be integrated into one of the two members on the other hand. Description of the Drawings

[0034] Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Among them:

[0035] Figure 1The device for connecting components, in particular for compensating for the tolerances between two components to be connected, is schematically shown in the form of an exploded view;

[0036] Figures 2 to 4 is schematically shown by means of Figure 1 the connection sequence of connecting two components by the device shown;

[0037] Figures 5 to 10 different perspective views and sectional views of the base element of a device for compensating for the tolerances between two components to be connected are schematically shown;

[0038] Figures 11 to 13 different perspective views and sectional views of another base element of a device for compensating for the tolerances between two components to be connected are schematically shown;

[0039] Figure 14 and Figure 15 different perspective views of another base element of a device for compensating for the tolerances between two components to be connected are schematically shown;

[0040] Figure 16 a perspective view of another base element of a device for compensating for the tolerances between two components to be connected is schematically shown;

[0041] Figure 17 a sectional view of the compensating element of a device for compensating for the tolerances between two components to be connected is schematically shown;

[0042] Figure 18 a perspective view of another compensating element of a device for compensating for the tolerances between two components to be connected is schematically shown;

[0043] Figure 19 another base element having a single thread ring and several clamping elements is schematically shown in perspective view; and

[0044] Figure 20 is schematically shown in plan view Figure 19 the base element shown.

[0045] The same components in all the figures are denoted by the same reference numerals. Detailed Description

[0046] Figure 1 The inventive device 10 for compensating for the tolerances between two components B1, B2 (as Figure 4 shown therein) to be connected is schematically shown in an exploded view.

[0047] The device 10 is, for example, used to connect a first component B1 (such as a bearing bracket, an electronic component, a lamp, a decorative component) to a second component B2 (such as a vehicle door panel, a support structure or a body structure). For example, the device 10 can be used to connect components inside a vehicle, such as a console, an armrest and other vehicle components.

[0048] The device 10 includes at least one base element 20, such as a hollow cylindrical base element 20. The device 10 includes at least one compensation element 30, such as a substantially hollow cylindrical compensation element 30.

[0049] The base element 20 can be configured as a holding element of the device 10 at the first component B1. For this purpose, the first component B1 can, for example, have a groove (not shown in detail).

[0050] According to the illustrated embodiment, the base element 20 can already form one of the components B1, B2 (here marked as component B1). The base element 20 can be part of a customer interface. The base element 20 can be manufactured as a customer interface.

[0051] The base element 20 includes at least one base body 21. A flange portion 22 can be provided on the end face of the base body 21. The flange portion 22 can be configured to have a diameter larger than that of the base body 21 and can form a contact surface that contacts one of the components B1, B2. The base body 21 and the flange portion 22 can alternatively already exist as the component B1, especially as a customer interface, and / or be integrated into one of the two components B1, B2.

[0052] The base element 20 includes a cavity 23 for receiving and supporting the compensation element 30.

[0053] The cavity 23 includes a plurality of first sections 24.1 to 24.n (especially demoldable) of a predetermined at least one thread turn 40.1 to 40.n. For example, several first sections 24.1, 24.2 can define one thread turn 40.1. For example, other first sections 24.3, 24.n can define another thread turn 40.2, 40.n. The first sections 24.1 to 24.n of at least one of the thread turns 40.1, 40.2 are separated or spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction rd by an interruption 27.

[0054] In the axial direction xd, other first sections 24.3, 24.n of the second thread turn 40.2 are arranged offset from the first sections 24.1, 24.2 of the first thread turn 40.1. Below the interruption 27 (= distance) between the two first sections 24.1, 24.2 of the first thread turn 40.1, the other first sections 24.3, 24.n of the second thread turn 40.2 can be arranged with an axial offset. In particular, the first sections 24.1, 24.2 and the other first sections 24.3, 24.n are arranged to be distributed on the inner circumference 26 of the base element 20 and spaced apart from each other around the inner circumference 26.

[0055] The cavity 23 also includes a plurality (in particular demoldable) of second sections 25.1 to 25.n. The second sections 25.1 to 25.n can be present as clamping elements 50, in particular clamping points and / or clamping surfaces, and / or as friction elements, such as friction points and / or friction surfaces, and / or as cutting clamping elements in the initial state.

[0056] The second sections 25.1 to 25.n are configured, for example, as protruding ribs, ridges, elevations, etc. The second sections 25.1 to 25.n can be arranged or configured, for example, to be molded, in particular, below the first sections 24.1 to 24.n of the inner circumference 26 of the base element 20, as Figure 1 shown. Additionally or alternatively, the second sections 25.1 to 25.n can be arranged or configured, for example, to be molded on one side or beside the first sections 24.1 to 24.n of the inner circumference 26 of the base element 20, as Figure 10 shown.

[0057] By rotating the compensation element 30, the external thread 34 of the compensation element 30 can engage or be placed in a clearance-free frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the second sections 25.1 to 25.n, and / or thread and / or thread turns 40.1 to 40.n can be shaped, cut out, and / or pressed out in the corresponding second sections 25.1 to 25.n and thus engage or be placed in a cutting clamping engagement.

[0058] The compensation element 30 can be moved from an initial position P1 (as Figure 2 shown) to a compensation position P2 (as Figure 3 and Figure 4 shown) by being twisted relative to the base element 20 in the cavity 23, and in the compensation position P2 is in a thread engagement with the first sections 24.1 to 24.n and in a frictional engagement and / or thread engagement with the second sections 25.1 to 25.n. In this way, the compensation element 30 can be adapted to tighten the screwed element 60 (as Figure 4 shown) in the compensation position P2.

[0059] The first sections 24.1 to 24.n can form one or several thread turns 40.1 to 40.n. Additionally, the second sections 25.1 to 25.n can be arranged at the inner circumference 26, into which the compensation elements 30 engage, in particular for shaping and / or cutting in these second sections.

[0060] The first thread turn 40.1, in particular the thread inlet, can have a clearance. The clamping area formed by the second sections 25.1 to 25.n can occur later, or can be arranged adjacent to or following the first sections 24.1 to 24.n in the axial direction xd. This makes it easier to find the first thread turn 40.1.

[0061] The base element 20 can be adapted to form a nut thread that can be easily demolded and / or clamped and optionally additionally multi-threaded. The base element 20 can be manufactured in an "open and close mold", in particular without undercuts.

[0062] The compensation element 30 includes a base body 31 and a flange portion 32 provided on the end face of the base body 31. The flange portion 32 can be configured to have a diameter greater than or equal to the diameter of the base body 31, and can form a contact surface for contacting one of the components B1, B2.

[0063] The compensation element 30 further includes an associated cavity 33. The associated cavity 33 can be configured to be threadless, as shown in the illustrated embodiment. The compensation element 30 further includes an external thread 34.

[0064] In the assembled state, for example, the pre-assembled state and / or the delivery state, the compensation element 30 can already be arranged in the base element 20 (as Figure 2 shown).

[0065] The compensation element 30 includes at least one drive profile 35, before fixing the components B1, B2 to be connected, the compensation element 30 can be moved from the base element 20 to the compensation position P2 through this drive profile. By rotating the compensation element 30 at the drive profile 35, for example in the form of a drive interface, the compensation element 30 can be moved relative to the base element 20, in particular out of the base element 20. In this way, the desired height H to be occupied by the device 10 can be set (as Figure 3 and Figure 4 shown) to overcome the predetermined distance between the components B1, B2.

[0066] In the illustrated embodiment, the drive profile 35 is an internal drive profile 35a arranged or formed in the associated cavity 33. For example, the internal drive profile 35a can be arranged in the associated cavity 33 and / or formed by a notch or groove formed in the flange portion 32 of the compensating element 30. A suitable tool can be inserted into the internal drive profile 35a or the internal drive profile 35a can be inserted into it. For example, the internal drive profile 35a can be configured as an internal hexagon or an internal square, a slot or a cross slot. Conventional drive tools (not shown in detail here), for example in the form of a screwdriver, can be used here.

[0067] Figures 2 to 4 is schematically shown by means of Figure 1 the connecting sequence of connecting two components B1, B2 by means of the illustrated device 10, wherein the base element 20 is integrated into the first component B1.

[0068] Figure 2 The device 10 in the initial position P1 is shown, having a compensating element 30 arranged in the base element 20 or the first component B1. The compensating element 30 is pre-assembled in the base element 20 or the first component B1.

[0069] By twisting the compensating element 30 at the drive profile 35, in particular by means of a suitable drive tool, the height H of the device 10 can be set to compensate for tolerances, in particular the joint clearance.

[0070] Figure 3 The device 10 in the compensation position P2 is shown, in which the compensating element 30 has been screwed out of the base element 20 relative to the latter in order to subsequently enable the tightening of the screwed-in element 60.

[0071] If the compensation position P2 is occupied, the second component B2 is placed against the front side of the compensating element 30 and connected to the first component B1.

[0072] In other words: If the compensating element 30 is at the desired height H relative to the base element 20, i.e. in the compensation position P2, the second component B2 can be fixed. In the compensation position P2, the compensating element 30 is in frictional engagement and / or threaded engagement with the second section 25.1 to 25.n of the base element 20 in order to tighten the screwed-in element 60.

[0073] The compensating element 30 is screwed onto the second component B2 or the second customer interface.

[0074] Figure 4 The two components B1, B2 in the connected state are shown. By the frictional engagement and / or threaded engagement between the compensating element 30 and the base element 20, the screwed-in element 60 can be firmly tightened.

[0075] The screwed element 60 may include at least one head 61, such as a screw head, and a shaft 62. The shaft 62 may be at least partially provided with threads 63 on the circumference. In the final assembled state, the head 61 of the screwed element 60 bears on the end face of the compensating element 30 and / or the surface side of the first component B1, such as the flange portion 22 of the base element 20. At the other end of the screwed element 60, i.e., on the surface side of the second component B2, a nut 70 may be connected to the screwed element 60.

[0076] Figures 5 to 10 Different perspective views and sectional views of the base element 20 of a device 10 for compensating the tolerances between two components B1, B2 to be connected are schematically shown.

[0077] The base element 20 may be configured to be integral with one of the components B1, B2 (herein each marked as component B1).

[0078] The second sections 25.1 to 25.n may each be located below and / or above and / or beside the first sections 24.1 to 24.n, such as the thread sections and / or thread portions.

[0079] The first sections 24.1 to 24.n may be arranged in the base element 20 to be spaced apart from each other radially and / or around the inner circumference 26, and / or arranged to be axially offset from each other. The second sections 25.1 to 25.n may be arranged in the base element 20 to be spaced apart from each other radially and / or around the inner circumference 26, and / or arranged to be axially offset from each other.

[0080] The thread tips of the external threads 34 of the compensating element 30 must be adapted to be shaped and / or cut in the second sections 25.1 to 25.n in order to thus produce clamping (in particular a cut clamping connection), clearance-free and clamping torque.

[0081] The second sections 25.1 to 25.n may be arranged, for example, below the topmost first thread turn 40.1 and / or second thread turn 40.2, the latter being defined by at least one of the first sections 24.1 to 24.n.

[0082] According to Figure 5 、 Figure 6 and Figure 9 In the embodiment shown, in the last or bottommost second thread turn 40.2, each of the first sections 24.1 to 24.n may be assigned a second section 25.1 to 25.n. In particular, the second sections 25.1 to 25.n are arranged below and / or adjacent to the last, i.e., bottommost, of the first sections 24.1 to 24.n.

[0083] The base element 20 may have a plurality of differently configured second sections 25.1 to 25.n. The second sections 25.1 to 25.n may be arranged below the first sections 24.1 to 24.n in the axial direction xd (as Figure 1 shown) and / or arranged adjacent thereto in the circumferential direction. At least one second section 25.1 to 25.n may be assigned to each first section 24.1 to 24.n. According to Figure 7 and Figure 10 the described embodiment, two or three second sections 25.1 to 25.n may be assigned to each lower first section 24.1 to 24.n. Alternatively, the number of first sections 24.n may be greater than the number of second sections 25.n. In particular, at the inner circumference 26, only half the number of second sections 25.n corresponding to the first sections 24.n may be constructed.

[0084] Figures 11 to 13 Different perspective views and cross-sectional views of another base element 20 of a device 10 for compensating for tolerances between two components B1, B2 to be connected are schematically shown.

[0085] The base element 20 may be configured to be integral with one of the components B1, B2 (herein each marked as component B1).

[0086] The second sections 25.1 to 25.n may be part of the first sections 24.1 to 24.n, and due to different shapes, such as different thread shapes and / or pitches, may result in contact with the side and / or outer diameter and / or core diameter. The thickness at the side diameter of the corresponding second sections 25.1 to 25.n may be constructed as "too large" in the initial state. The core diameter of the corresponding second sections 25.1 to 25.n may be "too small" and / or "too pointed".

[0087] The external thread 34 of the compensation element 30 may be shaped and / or cut in the second sections 25.1 to 25.n.

[0088] Figure 14 and Figure 15 Different perspective views of another base element 20 of a device 10 for compensating for tolerances between two components B1, B2 to be connected are schematically shown.

[0089] The base element 20 may be configured to be integral with one of the components B1, B2 (herein each marked as component B1).

[0090] The base element 20 can have only one first thread turn 40.1. For example, the base element 20 can include a first section 24.1 that defines the first thread turn 40.1 or several first sections 24.1 that define a common first thread turn 40.1. At least one second section 25.1 can be arranged below (or above) the first section 24.1 or the first sections 24.1 to 24.n in the axial direction xd.

[0091] Figure 16 A perspective view of another base element 20 of the device 10 for compensating for tolerances between two components B1, B2 to be connected is schematically shown.

[0092] The base element 20 can be configured to be integral with one of the components B1, B2 (here marked as component B1).

[0093] The first sections 24.1 to 24.n and the second sections 25.1 to 25.n can each be configured as similar pointed protrusions.

[0094] Here, the first sections 24.n are arranged at the inner circumference 26 such that they partially form the first thread turn 40.1. In the axial direction xd, the lowermost section ring or the uppermost section ring can form the second section 25.n.

[0095] Figure 17 A sectional view of a compensation element 30 of the device 10 for compensating for tolerances between two components B1, B2 to be connected is schematically shown.

[0096] The compensation element 30 can have an internal drive profile 35a, such as a built-in adjustment element, and an integrated nut element 80, in particular in the form of an internal thread 36 formed in a relevant cavity 33 of the compensation element 30. This can eliminate the need for a separate nut 70 for fastening the screw element 60 (as Figure 4 shown).

[0097] Figure 18 A perspective view of another compensation element 30 of the device 10 for compensating for tolerances between two components B1, B2 to be connected is schematically shown.

[0098] The compensation element 30 can have two drive profiles 35. Before fixing the components B1, B2 to be connected, the compensation element 30 can be moved from the base element 20 to the compensation position P2 through these drive profiles. By rotating the compensation element 30 at one of the two drive profiles 35, the compensation element 30 can be moved relative to the base element 20, in particular out of the base element 20.

[0099] The compensating element 30 can, for example, have an internal drive profile 35a. The compensating element 30 can alternatively or additionally, for example, have an external drive profile 35b.

[0100] For example, the external drive profile 35b can be formed by a flange portion 32 of the compensating element 30, wherein the flange portion 32 can have an outer circumference provided with corners and edges. The external drive profile 35b can be grasped by a suitable tool. The external drive profile 35b can be a drive hexagon or a drive square. In this case, conventional drive tools, for example in the form of a wrench, can be used.

[0101] For example, the internal drive profile 35a can be formed by a notch or groove formed in the flange portion 32 and / or the base body 31 of the compensating element 30, into which a suitable tool can be inserted. For example, the internal drive profile 35a can be configured as an internal hexagon or an internal square, a slot or a cross-slot. Conventional drive tools, not shown in detail here, for example in the form of a screwdriver, can be used here.

[0102] The external drive profile 35b is particularly used for adjusting from the initial position P1 to the compensating position P2 and for pre-fixing the base element 20 and the compensating element 30 by means of a cutting clamping connection established when shifting to the compensating position P2.

[0103] When screwing in the screwed element 60, the internal drive profile 35a is particularly used for connecting members B1, B2 (as Figure 4 shown).

[0104] Figure 19 Another base element 20 with a single thread turn 40.1 (= first section 24.1) is schematically shown in perspective, which extends helically less than 360° along the inner wall in the relevant cavity 33 of the base element 20. In other words, the thread turn 40.1 is an open thread turn (also called a thread turn section), which is configured to be less than 360°, such that the first thread turn end 40.1.1 is arranged at a distance 42 from the second thread turn end 40.1.2.

[0105] Additionally, at least two clamping elements 50 are provided as second sections 25.1, 25.2 at the inner wall of the relevant cavity 33. The clamping elements 50 extend axially from the end wall of the hollow cylindrical base element 20 in the direction of the thread turn 40.1. Thereby, the clamping elements 50 have different axial heights.

[0106] Figure 20 Is schematically shown in a top view Figure 19The shown base element 20 has a unique thread coil 40.1 as the first section 24.1, the free ends of which are spaced apart from each other, and has several clamping elements 50 as the second sections 25.1, 25.2.

[0107] List of Reference Numerals

[0108] 10 Device

[0109] 20 Base element

[0110] 21 Base body

[0111] 22 Flange part

[0112] 23 Cavity

[0113] 24.1 to 24.n First section

[0114] 25.1 to 25.n Second section

[0115] 26 Inner circumference

[0116] 27 Interruption

[0117] 30 Compensation element

[0118] 31 Base body

[0119] 32 Flange part

[0120] 33 Associated cavity

[0121] 34 External thread

[0122] 35 Driving profile

[0123] 35a Internal driving profile

[0124] 35b External driving profile

[0125] 36 Internal thread

[0126] 40.1 to 40.n Thread coils

[0127] 40.1.1 First thread coil end

[0128] 40.1.2 Second thread coil end

[0129] 42 Spacing

[0130] 50 Clamping element

[0131] 60 Screwing element

[0132] 61 Head

[0133] 62 Shaft

[0134] 63 Thread

[0135] 70 Nut

[0136] 80 Nut Component

[0137] Components B1 and B2

[0138] H Height

[0139] P1 Initial Position

[0140] P2 Compensation Position

[0141] rd Circumferential Direction

[0142] xd Axial Direction

Claims

1. A device (10) for connecting components (B1, B2), comprising at least one base element (20) and a compensating element (30) which is in threaded engagement or can be placed in threaded engagement, wherein the base element (20) comprises a cavity (23) with at least one thread turn (40.1 to 40.n) and at least one clamping element (50).

2. The device (10) according to claim 1, The at least one clamping element (50) is designed as a cutting clamping element.

3. The device (10) according to claim 1 or 2, The at least one thread turn (40.1 to 40.n) comprises a plurality of first sections (24.1 to 24.n) and / or the at least one clamping element (50) comprises a plurality of second sections (25.1 to 25.n).

4. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, The compensating element (30) can be moved from an initial position (P1) to a compensating position (P2) by an assembly movement, in particular a rotational movement, relative to the base element (20), and in the compensating position (P2) is in threaded engagement with the thread ring (40.1 to 40.n) and / or in frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the clamping element (50) of the base element (20) so as to accommodate a second assembly movement, in particular a rotational movement, of the screw connection element (60) in the associated cavity (33) of the compensating element (30).

5. The device (10) according to claim 4, The external thread (34) of the compensating element (30) is in threaded engagement with the thread turns (40.1 to 40.n) and in frictional engagement and / or clamping engagement with the clamping element (50), wherein the external thread (34) is molded and / or cut in the clamping element (50).

6. The device (10) according to any one of claims 3 to 5, The first sections (24.1 to 24.n) and the second sections (25.1 to 25.n) are arranged distributed on the inner circumference (26) of the base element (20).

7. The device (10) according to any one of claims 3 to 6, Several first sections (24.1 to 24.n) are arranged to be spaced apart from each other around the inner circumference (26), and several second sections (25.1 to 25.n) are arranged to be spaced apart from each other around the inner circumference (26).

8. The device (10) according to any one of claims 3 to 7, At least the first sections (24.1 to 24.n) are arranged axially offset from each other.

9. The device (10) according to any one of claims 3 to 8, Some of the second sections (25.1 to 25.n) are arranged below or above the first sections (24.1 to 24.n) in the axial direction (xd) and / or on one side of the first sections (24.1 to 24.n) in the circumferential direction (rd).

10. The device (10) according to any one of claims 3 to 9, At least one first section (24.1 to 24.n) and a second section (25.1 to 25.n) are designed as a single piece.

11. The device (10) according to any one of claims 3 to 10, The second sections (25.1 to 25.n) differ from the first sections (24.1 to 24.n) at least in their shape and / or size.

12. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, The base element (20) and one of the components (B1, B2) are constructed in an integral manner.

13. The device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, The compensating element (30) comprises at least one drive contour (35) by means of which the compensating element (30) can be moved from the base element (20) into the compensating position (P2) before the introduction of the screw connection element (60) and before the fixing of the components (B1, B2) to be connected.

14. An arrangement for compensating for tolerances between two components (B1, B2) to be connected, comprising two components (B1, B2) and at least one device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims 1 to 13.

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