Pushable switch module unit and hot plug system
By designing a propulsible switch module unit and hot-swap system, combined with propulsion gear and positioning chute set, the existing system's cost and complex structure are solved, and the plug-and-play function is realized while reducing costs and complexity, which is suitable for a wide range of usage scenarios.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202420329516.X
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-02-22
- Publication Date
- 2025-02-28
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-02-22
AI Technical Summary
When implementing plug-and-play functions, existing hot-swap systems have high cost and complex structures, making it difficult to meet the needs of simple usage scenarios.
A propulsible switch module unit is designed, including a plug-in base, plug-in box, switch module and rotatable propulsion gear. Combined with the mounting plate, gear guide bar and positioning chute group in the hot-swap system, the module is plug-and-play and multi-spec adaptation.
While implementing plug-and-play functions, it reduces the cost and complexity of the system, is suitable for a wide range of usage scenarios, and improves the reliability and availability of the system.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to a pushable switch module unit and a hot plug system, belonging to the technical field of low-voltage power distribution systems. Background Art
[0002] A hot-swappable electrical cabinet is an electrical device that allows component replacement without powering off. This design allows for quick replacement of faulty modules while the system is running without shutting down the entire system, improving system reliability and redundancy.
[0003] The Chinese invention patent with publication number: CN108281849B discloses a plug-and-play hot-swap system, which can realize the reciprocating movement of the switch element and the adapter on the base, and the hot-swap system can reciprocate to realize its "plug-and-play". However, the system can realize many functions, and for some simple use scenarios, the cost is relatively high. Utility Model Content
[0004] The utility model aims to provide a pushable switch module unit and a hot-swap system, which can realize plug-and-play, have a simpler structure, lower cost and can be widely promoted.
[0005] The technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows:
[0006] A pushable switch module unit comprises a plug-in base, a plug-in box and a switch module are installed above the plug-in base, and a rotatable push gear is also provided on the plug-in base, and the axis of the push gear is arranged in the left-right direction.
[0007] Optionally, the side panel of the plug-in base is provided with a holding hole.
[0008] Optionally, the plug-in box is located in front of the switch module, the propulsion gear is arranged at the rear of the plug-in base, and the propulsion gear is located below the switch module.
[0009] Optionally, a gear groove is provided at the rear of the plug-in base, and ears are provided on both sides of the gear groove, and the propulsion gear is connected to the ears via a rotating shaft.
[0010] Optionally, an operating rod for driving the propulsion gear to rotate is also included.
[0011] A hot-swap system includes a mounting plate, on which are provided a plurality of gear guide bars spaced apart along the left-right direction, each of the gear guide bars including a plurality of gear guide grooves spaced apart along the front-back direction, and a busbar system and a plurality of push-type switch module units as described above.
[0012] Optionally, the mounting plate is provided with a plurality of positioning slide groove groups, the positioning slide groove groups include at least one positioning slide groove respectively arranged on the left and right sides, the positioning slide groove includes a mounting portion on the rear side and a limiting portion on the front side; the lower end portion of the plug-in base is provided with an L-shaped positioning buckle, the positioning buckle can be moved along the positioning slide rail and is arranged in the positioning slot, and the bottom width of the positioning buckle is smaller than the mounting portion and larger than the limiting portion.
[0013] Optionally, the busbar system is provided with a plurality of inner grid plates arranged in sequence along the left-right direction, and the number and positions of the gear guide bars and the positioning slide groove groups correspond to the inner grid plates.
[0014] Optionally, the plug-in base and the mounting plate are detachably connected via locking bolts.
[0015] Optionally, the lower end portion of the propulsion gear extends downwardly out of the lower end surface of the plug-in base.
[0016] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:
[0017] 1. The pushable switch module unit and hot-swap system provided by the utility model help to ensure the correct alignment when inserting and removing the module, while providing the necessary push-pull force to keep the connection firm.
[0018] 2. The hot-swap system provided by the utility model can move the push-type switch module unit in the left and right directions as needed to be plugged into the inner grille plates at different positions, and the mounting plate can also adapt to push-type switch module units of different specifications, which is more convenient to use. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0019] Figure 1 The present invention is a structural schematic diagram of a pushable switch module unit.
[0020] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of a hot-swap system.
[0021] Markings in the figure: 1-plug-in base, 11-holding hole, 12-gear groove, 13-support ear, 14-positioning buckle, 2-plug-in box, 3-switch module, 4-advance gear, 41-rotating shaft, 5-mounting plate, 51-gear guide groove, 52-positioning slide groove, 6-busbar system, 61-inner grille plate, 7-operating lever. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0022] The utility model is described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
[0023] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the utility model more clear, the utility model is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described here are only used to explain the utility model and are not used to limit the utility model.
[0024] A push-type switch module 3 unit, such as Figure 1 As shown, it comprises a plug-in base 1, a plug-in box 2 and a switch module 3 are installed on the plug-in base 1, and a rotatable propulsion gear 4 is also provided on the plug-in base 1, and the axis of the propulsion gear 4 is arranged along the left-right direction.
[0025] Specifically, the plug-in base 1 integrates the components of this unit into one, which is convenient for installation and disassembly. The plug-in box 2 realizes the electrical connection between the switch module 3 and the busbar system 6, and can connect the switch module 3 and the busbar with different electrical interfaces, so that incompatible components can be used together, and the conversion of voltage and current can be realized at the same time. When the propulsion gear 4 rotates, it is pushed by the reaction force of the gear and the gear guide groove 51 on the mounting plate 5, so that the plug-in base 1 moves forward and backward, and is inserted and pulled out of the busbar system 6. The axis of the propulsion gear 4 is arranged in the left and right direction, so as to ensure that the propulsion direction is the front and back direction, that is, the plug-in and pull-out direction, which helps to improve the reliability of the entire switch module 3 unit. Optionally, the switch module 3 is a single-pole or two-pole, three-pole, four-pole or other multi-pole switch, and the plug-in box 2 is matched with the switch module 3 accordingly.
[0026] As another specific embodiment, the side plate of the plug base 1 is provided with a holding hole 11. Specifically, the holding hole 11 is an oblong hole, which is convenient for the staff to place the pushable switch module 3 unit on the mounting plate 5.
[0027] As another specific embodiment, the plug-in box 2 is located in front of the switch module 3, the push gear 4 is arranged at the rear of the plug-in base 1, and the push gear 4 is located below the switch module 3. Specifically, the plug-in box 2 includes a plug socket and a plurality of plugs assembled in the plug socket, the plug-in end of the plug is arranged at the front side of the plug socket, and the outlet end of the plug is arranged at the rear side of the plug socket and connected to the inlet end of the switch module 3. When pushed forward, the plug-in box 2 can be plugged into the busbar system 6. In addition, when in use, multiple switch module 3 units are arranged in sequence along the left and right directions, and the push gear 4 is arranged at the rear of the plug-in base 1, which can utilize a relatively open area and will not hinder other switch module 3 units and their advancement. The push gear 4 is located below the switch module 3 to ensure that the push gear 4 will not hinder the connection between the switch module 3 and other components. Further, the middle part of the plug-in base 1 has a padding portion, and the height of the padding portion is higher than the front side and the rear side, which is used to pad the switch module 3.
[0028] As another specific embodiment, a gear slot 12 is provided at the rear of the plug-in base 1, and ears 13 are provided on both sides of the gear slot 12, and the propulsion gear 4 is connected to the ears 13 through a rotating shaft 41. Specifically, the gear slot 12 can provide a rotation space for the propulsion gear 4, and the ears 13 can fix the propulsion gear 4. Further, the ears 13 are also connected to a connecting portion, which is connected to the plug-in base 1 through the connecting portion to ensure the structural stability of the ears 13.
[0029] As another specific embodiment, it also includes an operating rod 7 for driving the propulsion gear 4 to rotate. The propulsion gear 4 can be driven to rotate by the operating rod 7, and the propulsion gear 4 can be controlled to rotate with a small force through the lever principle. In addition, the operation of the operating rod 7 can isolate the dangerous area and reduce the risk of the user directly contacting the propulsion gear 4. Specifically, a push groove is opened radially between the teeth of the propulsion gear 4, and the operating handle can be inserted into the push groove, and then contact the wall surface of the push groove to drive the propulsion gear 4 to rotate.
[0030] A hot-swap system, such as Figure 2 As shown, it includes a mounting plate 5, on which a plurality of gear guide bars are arranged at intervals along the left-right direction, each of the gear guide bars includes a plurality of gear guide grooves 51 arranged at intervals along the front-back direction, and the mounting plate 5 is provided with a busbar system 6 and a plurality of push-type switch module units as described above.
[0031] Specifically, the gear guide groove 51 is used to provide a reverse force when the propulsion gear 4 rotates, thereby pushing the propulsion gear 4 to move, and the propulsion gear 4 of each of the push-type switch module 3 units can be reciprocated through the gear guide bar to be detachably connected to the busbar system 6. Then, the busbar system 6 of the low-voltage power distribution cabinet can be directly inserted or unplugged, realizing plug-and-play.
[0032] As another specific embodiment, the mounting plate 5 is provided with at least one group of positioning slide grooves, the positioning slide groove group includes at least one positioning slide groove 52 respectively arranged on the left and right sides, the positioning slide groove 52 includes a mounting portion on the rear side and a limiting portion on the front side; the lower end of the plug-in base 1 is provided with an L-shaped positioning buckle 14, the positioning buckle 14 can be moved along the positioning slide rail and is arranged in the positioning slide groove 52, and the bottom width of the positioning buckle 14 is smaller than the mounting portion and larger than the limiting portion. Specifically, the positioning slide groove 52 realizes the functions of guiding and limiting, wherein the positioning buckle 14 is placed in the positioning slide groove 52 through the mounting portion, and is pushed forward along the positioning slide groove 52 to the limiting portion, and the limiting portion limits the positioning buckle 14 in the up and down directions.
[0033] As another specific embodiment, the busbar system is provided with a plurality of inner grid plates 61 arranged in sequence along the left and right directions, and the gear guide bar and the positioning slide groove group correspond to the number and position of the inner grid plates 61. That is, a gear guide bar and a positioning slide groove group are provided under each pole of the push-type switch module 3 unit. The push-type switch module 3 unit can be moved along the left and right directions as needed, and plugged with the inner grid plates 61 at different positions, and the mounting plate 5 can also adapt to push-type switch module 3 units of different specifications.
[0034] As another specific embodiment, the plug-in base 1 is detachably connected to the mounting plate 5 by a locking bolt. After the push-type switch module 3 unit is pushed to the designated position and plugged in, the plug-in base 1 is fixed on the mounting plate 5 to prevent the push-type switch module 3 unit from being accidentally pulled out during operation.
[0035] As another specific embodiment, the lower end of the propulsion gear 4 extends downwardly out of the lower end surface of the plug-in base 1. It can be ensured that in this embodiment, when the mounting plate 5 is a plane, the tooth tip below the propulsion gear 4 contacts the inner side surface of the gear guide groove 51 provided on the mounting plate 5. In other embodiments, if the gear guide groove 51 protrudes upwardly out of the upper plane of the mounting plate 5, the position of the propulsion gear 4 is adjusted upward accordingly.
[0036] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. The present invention is extended to any new features or any new combination disclosed in this specification, and any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0037] In the embodiments of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", "connected", "fixed" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication; it can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present utility model can be understood according to specific circumstances.
Claims
1. A pushable switch module unit, characterized in that: It comprises a plug-in base (1), a plug-in box (2) and a switch module (3) are installed above the plug-in base (1), and a rotatable propulsion gear (4) is also provided on the plug-in base (1), and the axis of the propulsion gear (4) is arranged in the left-right direction.
2. The pushable switch module unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side plate of the plug-in base (1) is provided with a holding hole (11).
3. The pushable switch module unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plug-in box (2) is located in front of the switch module (3), the propulsion gear (4) is arranged at the rear of the plug-in base (1), and the propulsion gear (4) is located below the switch module (3).
4. The pushable switch module unit according to claim 3, characterized in that: A gear groove (12) is provided at the rear of the plug-in base (1), and support ears (13) are respectively provided on both sides of the gear groove (12), and the propulsion gear (4) is connected to the support ears (13) via a rotating shaft (41).
5. The pushable switch module unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes an operating rod (7) for driving the propulsion gear (4) to rotate.
6. A hot-swap system, characterized in that: The invention comprises a mounting plate (5), on which a plurality of gear guide bars are arranged at intervals along the left-right direction, each of the gear guide bars comprises a plurality of gear guide grooves (51) arranged at intervals along the front-back direction, and a busbar system (6) and a plurality of push-type switch module units as described above are arranged on the mounting plate (5).
7. The hot-swap system according to claim 6, wherein: The mounting plate (5) is provided with a plurality of positioning slide groove groups, the positioning slide groove groups include at least one positioning slide groove (52) respectively arranged on the left and right sides, the positioning slide groove (52) includes a mounting portion on the rear side and a limiting portion on the front side; the lower end portion of the plug-in base (1) is provided with an L-shaped positioning buckle (14), the positioning buckle (14) can be moved along the positioning slide rail and is arranged in the positioning slide groove (52), and the bottom width of the positioning buckle (14) is smaller than the mounting portion and larger than the limiting portion.
8. The hot-swap system according to claim 7, wherein: The busbar system (6) is provided with a plurality of inner grid plates (61) arranged in sequence along the left-right direction, and the number and position of the gear guide bars and the positioning slide groove groups correspond to the inner grid plates (61).
9. The hot-swap system according to claim 6, wherein: The plug-in base (1) and the mounting plate (5) are detachably connected via locking bolts.
10. The hot-swap system according to claim 6, wherein: The lower end of the propulsion gear (4) extends downwardly out of the lower end surface of the plug-in base (1).
Citation Information
Patent Citations
A plug-and-play hot-swappable system
CN108281849B