High-density distribution frame

The high-density patch panel with modular design enables quick assembly and disassembly of patch boxes, frames and network modules, solving the problems of limited scalability and flexibility in existing technologies and providing efficient network equipment maintenance and expansion capabilities.

CN223402554UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-30WUHAN FS COM TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422826589.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-19
Publication Date
2025-09-30
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-19

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Technical Problem

Existing distribution boxes and distribution frames adopt an integrated structure, which has limited scalability and flexibility and cannot meet the needs of high-density network deployment.

Method used

A modular high-density patch panel is designed. The patch panel, frame and network module are detachable. The limit frame, slide bar, deformation plate and snap-on structure are used to achieve rapid disassembly and assembly, and support the individual replacement and expansion of multiple network modules.

Benefits of technology

It improves the flexibility and scalability of equipment, reduces maintenance costs, enhances the maintainability and cost-effectiveness of the network, supports rapid adaptation to network configuration changes, and reduces the risk of failure and network interruption.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a high density distribution frame, relates to the communication technology field, the high density distribution frame comprises a frame body and a plurality of distribution boxes, the frame body is provided with a plurality of clamping grooves, the plurality of clamping grooves are arranged in sequence and are laminated, each distribution box is detachably arranged in one clamping groove, each distribution box comprises a box body and a plurality of network modules arranged in sequence, and the network modules are arranged in the box body. A plurality of first openings are formed in the box body, a limiting frame is arranged on one side of each first opening, the network modules abut against the limiting frames to be limited, and plugging ports of the network modules are exposed in the first openings; in the technical scheme provided by the utility model, by adopting a modular design, the distribution box can be conveniently disassembled, and each single network module in the distribution box can also be conveniently disassembled, so that the flexibility and expansibility of the whole equipment are improved, and the distribution box can be optimized and adjusted according to technical progress or business requirements; in addition, the size of the distribution box can be further compressed, the structure is optimized, and each network module can be independently disassembled and assembled.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of communications, in particular to a high-density distribution frame. Background Art

[0002] Fiber optic distribution boxes are essential equipment used in fiber-optic communication networks, serving as a key component for connecting, distributing, and protecting fiber connections. They typically feature multiple fiber interfaces, enabling the distribution, allocation, and cross-connection of optical fibers while also protecting and managing fiber connections. Fiber optic distribution boxes can be used in fiber optic networks of varying scales, including data centers, enterprise networks, and telecommunications carriers' transmission networks, and are a crucial piece of infrastructure within fiber-optic communication systems.

[0003] With the rapid growth in demand for high-density network deployments, more and more enterprises are focusing on data center cabling and management. Patch panels are installed via patch panels. High-density patch panels are innovative network devices designed to address the challenges of limited space and increasing port requirements in data centers and server rooms. By integrating more network modules within a 1U height, high-density patch panels significantly improve space utilization while maintaining excellent heat dissipation and ease of use.

[0004] In the related art, the distribution box and the distribution frame adopt an integrated structure, and the distribution box and the frame, as well as the distribution box and the network module, cannot be modularly disassembled, and the scalability and flexibility are limited. Utility Model Content

[0005] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a high-density patch panel, which aims to realize modular and rapid disassembly and assembly between the patch panel and the frame, and between the patch panel and the network module, thereby improving its flexibility.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the high-density patch panel proposed in the present invention comprises:

[0007] A frame, wherein the frame is provided with a plurality of card slots, wherein the plurality of card slots are sequentially arranged and stacked; and

[0008] Multiple distribution boxes, each of which is detachably mounted on a card slot, the distribution box includes a box body and multiple network modules arranged in sequence, the box body is formed with multiple first openings, a limiting frame is provided on one side of the first opening, the network module abuts against the limiting frame for limiting position, and the plug-in interface of the network module is exposed at the first opening.

[0009] In one embodiment, a slide bar is provided on both sides of the box body, the frame body is formed with a plurality of accommodating portions, each of the accommodating portions forms a second opening, and both side walls of the accommodating portions are provided with a card slot, and the slide bar cooperates with the card slot to limit the position.

[0010] In one embodiment, deformation plates are provided on both sides of the box body, and first engaging protrusions are provided on the side walls of the deformation plates facing the accommodating portion;

[0011] A first groove is formed on the side wall of the accommodation portion, and the first engaging protrusion is engaged with the first groove.

[0012] In one embodiment, the deformable plate and the box body are an integral structure, and a pressing portion is provided at the free end of the deformable plate.

[0013] In one embodiment, the high-density distribution frame further includes a cover plate, which is screwed and fixed to the frame body, and the cover plate is provided with a plurality of second openings at even intervals.

[0014] In one embodiment, the limiting frame is fixed to the box body by riveting.

[0015] In one embodiment, a second groove is provided at the bottom of the box body;

[0016] The network module is provided with a second locking protrusion facing the second groove, and the second locking protrusion is locked and matched with the second groove.

[0017] In one embodiment, the top surface of the network module is provided with an elastic clamping portion, and the elastic clamping portion abuts against the limiting frame;

[0018] The elastic clamping portion and the network module are an integrally formed structure.

[0019] In one embodiment, the elastic clamping portion is provided with a limiting protrusion, and the limiting protrusion is clamped and limited with the limiting frame.

[0020] In one embodiment, each of the distribution boxes is provided with 6 network modules arranged in sequence; and / or

[0021] The high-density distribution frame includes 8 distribution boxes.

[0022] The technical solution of the present utility model proposes a high-density wiring frame, which includes a frame body and multiple wiring boxes. The frame body is provided with multiple card slots, and the multiple card slots are arranged in sequence and stacked. Each wiring box is detachably arranged in a card slot, and the box body is provided with a limit frame. Multiple standardized network modules are limited by abutting against the limit frame. By adopting a modular design, the wiring box can be easily disassembled, and each single network module in the wiring box can also be easily disassembled, thereby improving the overall flexibility and scalability of the equipment, and can be optimized and adjusted according to technological progress or business needs.

[0023] Moreover, by adopting a modular design, the volume of the distribution box can be further compressed and the structure can be optimized, so that a 48-port design can be achieved at a 1U height, and each network module can be disassembled and assembled separately. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a high-density distribution frame provided by the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle frame;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the central distribution box;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle box;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the wiring box from another angle;

[0030] Figure 6 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the network module.

[0031] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0032] 100. High-density patch panel; 1. Frame; 11. Accommodating portion; 12. Card slot; 13. First groove; 14. Second opening; 2. Patch box; 21. Box body; 211. Slide bar; 212. Deformable plate; 213. First snap-fit ​​protrusion; 214. Pressing portion; 215. Second groove; 22. Network module; 221. Elastic snap-fit ​​portion; 222. Limiting protrusion; 223. Second snap-fit ​​protrusion; 23. Limiting frame; 24. Rivet; 3. Cover plate.

[0033] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0035] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the components in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0036] In addition, if there are descriptions involving "first", "second", etc. in the embodiments of the present invention, the descriptions of "first", "second", etc. are only for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features limited to "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of such features. In addition, if "and / or" or "and / or" appears in the full text, its meaning includes three parallel schemes. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes scheme A, or scheme B, or a scheme in which A and B are satisfied at the same time. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the ability of ordinary technicians in this field to implement. When the combination of technical solutions is mutually contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the present invention.

[0037] The utility model proposes a high-density patch panel, which aims to realize modular and rapid disassembly and assembly between the patch panel and the frame, and between the patch panel and the network module, thereby improving its flexibility. Figures 1 to 6 The figure is a structural diagram of an embodiment of the high-density distribution frame provided by the utility model.

[0038] Please refer to Figures 1 to 6 The present invention proposes a high-density distribution frame 100, including a frame body 1 and multiple distribution boxes 2, the frame body 1 is provided with multiple card slots 12, the multiple card slots 12 are arranged in sequence and stacked, each distribution box 2 is detachably arranged in a card slot 12, the distribution box 2 includes a box body 21 and multiple network modules 22 arranged in sequence, the box body 21 is formed with multiple first openings, a limiting frame 23 is provided on one side of the first opening, the network module 22 abuts against the limiting frame 23 to limit the position, and the plug interface of the network module 22 is exposed at the first opening.

[0039] The technical solution of the present invention proposes a high-density distribution frame 100, which includes a frame body 1 and multiple distribution boxes 2. The frame body 1 is provided with multiple card slots 12, and the multiple card slots 12 are arranged in sequence and stacked. Each distribution box 2 is detachably arranged in a card slot 12, and the box body 21 is provided with a limit frame 23. Multiple standardized network modules 22 are limited by abutting against the limit frame 23. By adopting a modular design, the distribution box 2 can be easily disassembled, and each single network module 22 in the distribution box 2 can also be easily disassembled, thereby improving the overall flexibility and scalability of the equipment, and can be optimized and adjusted according to technological progress or business needs.

[0040] Moreover, by adopting a modular design, the volume of the distribution box 2 can be further compressed and the structure can be optimized so that a 48-port design can be achieved at a height of 1U, and each network module 22 can be individually disassembled and assembled.

[0041] The modular, detachable design of the distribution box 2 and patch panel, as well as the network modules 22 within the distribution box 2, offers significant benefits for network equipment. This design facilitates maintenance, allowing for quick replacement of faulty components without having to replace the entire device, thereby reducing maintenance costs and time. It also provides a high degree of flexibility, allowing users to easily add or replace network modules 22 as needed, quickly adapting to changes in network configuration. Furthermore, the modular design improves cost-effectiveness, allowing for optimization and adjustment based on technological advancements or business needs throughout the equipment's lifecycle. It also reduces the risk of failure, as the failure of a single module will not affect the operation of the entire system, reducing the risk of network outages. Finally, the modular design facilitates expansion, allowing network capacity to be easily expanded to meet future growth needs without disrupting the existing configuration. Overall, the modular, detachable design provides network equipment with greater flexibility, maintainability, and cost-effectiveness.

[0042] In the technical solution of the present invention, each wiring box 2 can be modularly disassembled and assembled on the frame 1. The frame 1 is formed with a plurality of accommodating portions 11. The number of accommodating portions 11 is not limited in the present invention and can be adjusted according to actual needs. In order to facilitate the installation of each wiring box 2 on the accommodating portion 11, a slide 211 is provided on both sides of the box body 21. Correspondingly, a card slot 12 is provided on both side walls of each accommodating portion 11. For details, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The cooperation between the slide bar 211 and the slot 12 can guide and limit the wiring box 2 during removal and installation, improving the installation efficiency and accuracy of the wiring box 2, reducing the installation difficulty, and ensuring the stability and safety of the wiring box 2. In addition, the modular design allows the wiring box 2 to be adjusted and expanded according to actual needs, improving the flexibility and maintainability of the network.

[0043] In order to realize the clamping and fixing of the box body 21 of the wiring box 2 and the frame body 1, deformation plates 212 are provided on both sides of the box body 21. The side wall of the deformation plate 212 facing the accommodating portion 11 is provided with a first clamping protrusion 213, and the side wall of the accommodating portion 11 is provided with a first groove 13. For details, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The snap-fit ​​provides high stability, as the engagement of the deformable plate 212 with the first engaging protrusion 213 and the first recess 13 forms a mechanical locking mechanism, enhancing the stability of the connection between the wiring box 2 and the frame 1. Furthermore, this design simplifies the installation and removal of the wiring box 2. Operators simply insert the box 21 into the frame 1, where the deformable plate 212 and recess naturally engage to secure the box, eliminating the need for additional tools or complex operations. Furthermore, the design of the deformable plate 212 allows for a certain degree of deformation to accommodate frames 1 of varying sizes and shapes, enhancing the design's adaptability and versatility. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​securement ensures the stability of the wiring box 2 during operation, reducing loosening or displacement caused by vibration or external forces, and improving system safety. This design facilitates maintenance personnel in quickly replacing or repairing the wiring box 2, improving maintenance efficiency. The free end of the deformable plate 212 is provided with a pressing portion 214 for the operator to press. Pressing this portion 214 deforms the deformable plate 212, enabling release and removal.

[0044] In order to maintain the integration of the patch panel, the high-density patch panel 100 further includes a cover plate 3. Figure 1 The cover plate 3 is fixed to the frame 1 by screws. When installing the distribution frame, first make the sliding bar 211 of the distribution box 2 cooperate with the card slot 12 of the frame 1 to slide the distribution box 2 into the frame 1, and then lock the cover plate 3 to one side of the frame 1. This can improve the integration of the frame 1 and further improve the structural strength of the distribution frame.

[0045] In one embodiment of the present invention, the network module 22 adopts a detachable design. It should be noted that it can be fixed by a snap connection or a screw connection. The present invention does not limit this. In one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom of the box body 21 is provided with a second groove 215. Correspondingly, the network module 22 is provided with a second snap-connecting protrusion 223 facing the second groove 215. For details, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 6 The second engaging protrusion 223 is engaged with the second groove 215. The top surface of the network module 22 is provided with an elastic engaging portion 221, which abuts against the limiting frame 23. The network module 22 and the box body 21 are engaged through the toughness of the material itself, thereby realizing quick disassembly and assembly. The elastic engaging portion 221 is provided with a limiting protrusion 222, which is engaged with the limiting frame 23 for limiting.

[0046] In one embodiment of the present invention, a high-density patch panel 100 comprises two layers of patch panels 2, with four cassettes per layer. Each cassette 2 is equipped with six network modules 22, for a total of 48 network modules 22 units in the entire high-density patch panel 100. The 1U-high, 48-port patch panel 2 design provides a high-density, high-efficiency network connectivity solution. In limited spaces, such as server racks, the 1U-high design maximizes vertical space, allowing for more ports to be installed within a single rack unit, thereby increasing the rack's overall port density. By integrating more ports into a smaller space, this design helps reduce the overall space requirements of a data center or server room, potentially lowering rental and cooling costs. High-density patch panels 2 typically utilize high-performance network modules 22 and components to ensure excellent signal quality and data transmission rates, even within a compact footprint. Furthermore, this patch panel 2 design allows users to easily add or replace network modules 22 as needed, quickly adapting to changes in network configuration and facilitating future network upgrades and expansions. High-density patch panels 2 are typically equipped with intelligent management features, such as remote monitoring and management, enabling network administrators to more effectively monitor network status and performance, simplifying network management tasks. In summary, the 1U-height 48-port patch panel 2 offers multiple benefits for modern network environments, including space efficiency, cost-effectiveness, performance improvement, flexibility, and ease of management, making it an ideal choice for high-density network deployments.

[0047] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural transformations made using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the technical concept of the present invention, or direct / indirect application in other related technical fields are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A high-density distribution frame, characterized in that: include: A frame body, wherein the frame body is provided with a plurality of card slots, wherein the plurality of card slots are sequentially arranged and stacked; and Multiple distribution boxes, each of which is detachably mounted on a card slot, the distribution box includes a box body and multiple network modules arranged in sequence, the box body is formed with multiple first openings, a limiting frame is provided on one side of the first opening, the network module abuts against the limiting frame for limiting position, and the plug-in interface of the network module is exposed at the first opening.

2. The high-density distribution frame according to claim 1, wherein: Slide bars are respectively provided on both sides of the box body, and the frame body is formed with a plurality of accommodating parts, each of the accommodating parts forms a second opening, and both side walls of the accommodating parts are respectively provided with card slots, and the slide bars cooperate with the card slots to limit positions.

3. The high-density distribution frame according to claim 2, wherein: Deformable plates are provided on both sides of the box body, and first engaging protrusions are provided on the side walls of the deformable plates facing the accommodating portion; A first groove is formed on the side wall of the accommodation portion, and the first engaging protrusion is engaged with the first groove.

4. The high-density distribution frame according to claim 3, wherein: The deformable plate and the box body are an integrated structure, and a pressing portion is provided at the free end of the deformable plate.

5. The high-density distribution frame according to claim 2, wherein: The high-density distribution frame further includes a cover plate, which is screwed and fixed to the frame body, and the cover plate is provided with a plurality of second openings at even intervals.

6. The high-density distribution frame according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The limiting frame is fixed to the box body by riveting.

7. The high-density distribution frame according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the box body is provided with a second groove; The network module is provided with a second locking protrusion facing the second groove, and the second locking protrusion is locked and matched with the second groove.

8. The high-density distribution frame according to claim 7, wherein: An elastic clamping portion is provided on the top surface of the network module, and the elastic clamping portion abuts against the limiting frame; The elastic clamping portion and the network module are an integrally formed structure.

9. The high-density distribution frame according to claim 8, wherein: The elastic clamping portion is provided with a limiting protrusion, and the limiting protrusion is clamped and limited with the limiting frame.

10. The high-density distribution frame according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: Each of the distribution boxes is provided with 6 of the network modules arranged in sequence; and / or The high-density distribution frame includes 8 distribution boxes.