Connector bar

Abstract

A connector bar for connecting a plurality of cables side by side is provided with: a vertical plate-shaped part (12) which has a variable height and on both sides of which a plurality of terminal studs (13) are arranged; and a base part (11) extending in the horizontal direction and connected to the bottom of the vertical plate-shaped part (12).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a terminal block, and more particularly to a terminal block for side-by-side connection of multiple cables in an aircraft. Background Technology

[0002] In the prior art, there are terminal blocks that can connect multiple cables side by side, including a horizontally set base and multiple terminal bolts or terminal blocks arranged in the horizontal direction on the base.

[0003] When using such terminal blocks, sometimes it is impossible to install them if there is limited horizontal installation space.

[0004] In addition, when there are a large number of cables that need to be connected, it is not possible to expand the terminal block horizontally to connect more cables. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model was made in view of the above-mentioned technical problems, and its purpose is to provide a terminal block that can be installed even in situations where the horizontal space is limited, and can also extend the connection of more cables in the vertical direction.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, a first aspect of this utility model provides a terminal block for connecting multiple cables side by side, comprising: a vertical plate-shaped portion, the height of which is variable, and a plurality of terminal bolts arranged on both sides thereof; and a base portion, which extends horizontally and is connected to the bottom of the vertical plate-shaped portion.

[0007] According to the above structure, since the terminal block is configured to include a base portion extending in the horizontal direction and a vertical plate-shaped portion extending from the base portion in the vertical direction, and the height of the vertical plate-shaped portion is variable, and multiple wiring bolts are arranged on both sides thereon, cables can be connected side by side to multiple wiring bolts along the height direction. Thus, compared with the structure of wiring along the horizontal direction in the prior art, the horizontal space used to accommodate the terminal block can be saved.

[0008] Furthermore, since the height of the vertical plate-shaped section can be appropriately increased to connect a larger number of cables, the cable routing can be concentrated and the structure can be compact.

[0009] Furthermore, since multiple cables can be directly connected from both sides of the vertical plate-shaped part, there is no need to stack two single-sided wiring terminals. Therefore, there is no need for fasteners or brackets to stack two existing single-sided wiring terminals, which can reduce the number of parts, simplify the structure, reduce weight, reduce installation time, and improve overall assembly efficiency.

[0010] The second aspect of the wiring harness of this utility model is based on the first aspect of the wiring harness of this utility model, wherein the length of the base portion is less than the height of the vertical plate-shaped portion.

[0011] According to the above structure, since the length of the base part is less than the height of the vertical plate-shaped part, compared with the case in the prior art where the vertical plate-shaped part with multiple wiring bolts is arranged horizontally, it can save horizontal space for installing the terminal block.

[0012] The third aspect of the present invention is based on the terminal block of the first or second aspect of the present invention, wherein the plurality of terminal bolts are respectively configured to include: a large diameter portion, which is inserted into the vertical plate-shaped portion and fixed thereto; and a small diameter portion, which extends outward from the large diameter portion.

[0013] According to the above structure, since the multiple wiring bolts are respectively configured to include: a large-diameter portion, which is inserted into the vertical plate-shaped portion and fixed therein; and a small-diameter portion, which extends outward from the large-diameter portion, it is not necessary to set up a separate wiring block to install the wiring bolts as in the prior art. This reduces the number of parts, simplifies the structure, reduces weight, and simplifies the installation operation.

[0014] The fourth aspect of the present invention is based on the first or second aspect of the present invention, wherein a plurality of the wiring bolts are directly fixed to the vertical plate-shaped part.

[0015] Based on the above structure, since multiple wiring bolts are directly fixed to the vertical plate-shaped part, the structure of the wiring bolts can be simplified.

[0016] The fifth aspect of the present invention is based on the first or second aspect of the present invention, wherein the number of wiring bolts arranged on both sides of the vertical plate-shaped portion is the same.

[0017] Based on the above structure, since the number of wiring bolts arranged on both sides of the vertical plate is the same, multiple cables can be arranged symmetrically, making the cable routing more aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, the wiring is clearer and the terminal block structure is simplified.

[0018] The sixth aspect of the present invention is based on the first or second aspect of the present invention, wherein a plurality of the aforementioned wiring bolts are arranged at equal intervals in the height direction.

[0019] According to the above structure, since multiple wiring bolts are arranged at equal intervals in the height direction, the cables connected to each wiring bolt can be arranged as evenly as possible, thereby avoiding entanglement between adjacent cables.

[0020] The seventh aspect of the present invention is based on the terminal block of the first or second aspect of the present invention, wherein isolation plates extending in the horizontal direction are respectively installed on both sides of the terminal bolt in the height direction.

[0021] According to the above structure, since isolation plates extending horizontally are installed on both sides of the wiring bolt in the height direction, dust, foreign objects and other contaminants can be prevented from entering the wiring bolt from both sides in the height direction, and the wiring bolt is protected from unnecessary contact.

[0022] The eighth aspect of the present invention is based on the first or second aspect of the present invention, with a reinforcing rib provided between the vertical plate-shaped portion and the base portion.

[0023] According to the above structure, since a reinforcing rib is provided between the vertical plate-shaped part and the base part, bending of the vertical plate-shaped part can be avoided.

[0024] The terminal block of the ninth aspect of this utility model is based on the terminal block of the eighth aspect of this utility model, wherein the reinforcing rib is approximately triangular.

[0025] Based on the above structure, since the reinforcing ribs are roughly triangular, the stability and strength of the triangle itself can be used to make the vertical plate-shaped part and the base part more secure.

[0026] The tenth aspect of the present invention is based on the terminal block of the first or second aspect of the present invention, wherein mounting holes are provided at both ends of the base portion, and the terminal block is installed by installing fasteners into the mounting holes.

[0027] According to the above structure, since mounting holes are provided at both ends of the base, the terminal block can be installed by installing fasteners into the mounting holes. Therefore, the terminal block can be installed with a simple structure. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings required for the embodiments are briefly described below. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the three-dimensional structure of the terminal block according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the three-dimensional structure of the terminal block according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing a terminal block in the first embodiment of the present invention, in which multiple aircraft cables are connected side by side.

[0032] (Symbol Explanation)

[0033] 1. Terminal block;

[0034] 11. Base section;

[0035] 111 mounting holes;

[0036] 12. Vertical plate-like part;

[0037] 121. Set hole;

[0038] 13. Wiring bolts;

[0039] 131 Large diameter part;

[0040] 132. Small diameter section;

[0041] 14. Isolation panels;

[0042] 15 reinforcing ribs; Detailed Implementation

[0043] The following is for reference Figures 1 to 3 The wiring terminals of the various embodiments and variations of this utility model will be described in detail. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the three-dimensional structure of the terminal block according to the first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the three-dimensional structure of the terminal block according to the first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing a terminal block in the first embodiment of the present invention, in which multiple aircraft cables are connected side by side.

[0044] In addition, for the sake of clarity in explaining the terminal block in this utility model, the following will be... Figure 1 The long side of the base is designated as the first direction (X direction), the short side as the second direction (Y direction), and the height as the third direction (Z direction).

[0045] (The overall structure of the terminal block 1 in the first embodiment of this utility model)

[0046] like Figure 1As shown, the terminal block 1 of this embodiment is configured to include: a base portion 11, which is generally rectangular block in shape, with a mounting hole 111 at each end in the X direction for fasteners (e.g., fastening bolts, not shown) to be installed to fix the entire terminal block 1 to the aircraft; a vertical plate-shaped portion 12, which extends from approximately the center of the base portion 11 in the X direction toward the Z1 side, and has three mounting holes 121 evenly spaced from the Z2 side toward the Z1 side; and three terminal bolts 13, which are respectively fixedly installed in the mounting holes 121, and are configured to include a large diameter portion 131 and a small diameter portion 132, wherein the large diameter portion 131 is fixed to the mounting hole 121 with an interference fit, and the small diameter portion 132 extends from the large diameter portion 131 toward the X1 side and the X2 side, respectively. In this embodiment, in the terminal block 1, the dimension of the base portion 11 in the X direction is smaller than the dimension of the vertical plate portion 12 in the Z direction.

[0047] According to the terminal block 1 constructed as described above, three terminal bolts 13 are arranged along the Z direction on both sides of the vertical plate-shaped portion 12. Therefore, as Figure 3 As shown, multiple aircraft cables can be connected side-by-side along the Z-direction, enabling centralized cable routing and a more compact arrangement of these cables in the Z-direction. Compared to existing technologies that arrange aircraft cables horizontally, this reduces the horizontal dimensions of the mounting blocks on the aircraft.

[0048] Furthermore, although in this embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the vertical plate-shaped portion 12 is formed with three connecting bolts 13 arranged in a specific height dimension. However, this invention is not limited to this and can also be formed with other height dimensions. Thus, when the number of aircraft cables to be connected increases, the height of the vertical plate-shaped portion can be appropriately increased to accommodate more aircraft cables. This achieves centralized routing and a compact structure for the aircraft cables.

[0049] Moreover, since it does not require stacking two single-sided wiring terminals to achieve double-sided wiring as in existing single-sided wiring structures, there is no need for brackets and fasteners to stack the two terminals. This reduces the number of parts, simplifies the structure, reduces weight, reduces installation time, and improves aircraft assembly efficiency.

[0050] Furthermore, in this embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the three wiring bolts 13 are arranged at equal intervals in the Z direction. In this way, when the aircraft cables are connected to the wiring bolts, the aircraft cables can be arranged as evenly as possible, avoiding tangling between adjacent aircraft cables.

[0051] like Figure 2As shown, on the vertical plate-shaped portion 12, corresponding to each wiring bolt 13, an isolation plate 14 extending along the X direction is installed on its Z1 side and Z2 side respectively. The lengths of these isolation plates extending from the vertical plate-shaped portion 12 to the X1 side and X2 side respectively are greater than the lengths of the wiring bolt 13 extending from the vertical plate-shaped portion 12 to the X1 side and X2 side respectively.

[0052] By setting each isolation plate 14 in the above manner, dust and foreign objects can be prevented from entering each wiring bolt, and these wiring bolts can be prevented from being touched.

[0053] In addition, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a roughly triangular reinforcing rib 15 is also provided between the vertical plate-shaped portion 12 and the base portion 11. These reinforcing ribs prevent the vertical plate-shaped portion from bending.

[0054] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model have been clearly and completely described above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0055] In the above embodiment, multiple wiring bolts are arranged at equal intervals along the height direction of the vertical plate-shaped part. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and multiple wiring bolts may also be arranged at non-equal intervals along the height direction of the vertical plate-shaped part.

[0056] In the above embodiment, three wiring bolts are installed on each of the two sides of the vertical plate-shaped part. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Three wiring bolts can also be installed on one side of the vertical plate-shaped part and four wiring bolts can be installed on the other side of the vertical plate-shaped part, as long as the number of wiring bolts installed side by side on the two sides of the vertical plate-shaped part is different.

[0057] In the above embodiment, reinforcing ribs are provided only at the connection between the base portion and the vertical plate portion. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and reinforcing ribs may also be provided at multiple connection points between the vertical plate portion and the partition plate.

[0058] In the above embodiments, the reinforcing ribs are formed in a generally triangular shape, but the present invention is not limited to this and can also be formed in other shapes.

[0059] In the above embodiments, the terminal block is used to connect aircraft cables side by side, but the present invention is not limited to this and can also be used in other scenarios.

Claims

1. A terminal block for connecting multiple cables side-by-side, characterized in that, include: A vertical plate-shaped portion, the height of which is variable, and multiple wiring bolts arranged on both sides thereof; and The base portion extends horizontally and is connected to the bottom of the vertical plate-shaped portion.

2. The terminal block as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The length of the base portion is less than the height of the vertical plate portion.

3. The terminal block as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The plurality of said wiring bolts are respectively configured to include: Large-diameter portion, which is inserted into and fixed to the vertical plate-like portion; and The smaller diameter portion extends outward from the larger diameter portion.

4. The terminal block as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, Multiple of the aforementioned wiring bolts are directly fixed to the vertical plate-shaped part.

5. The terminal block as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The number of wiring bolts arranged on both sides of the vertical plate-shaped portion is the same.

6. The terminal block as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The plurality of the aforementioned wiring bolts are arranged at equal intervals in the height direction.

7. The terminal block as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, Isolation plates extending horizontally are installed on both sides of the wiring bolt in the height direction.

8. The terminal block as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, A reinforcing rib is provided between the vertical plate-shaped part and the base part.

9. The terminal block as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The reinforcing ribs are roughly triangular in shape.

10. The terminal block as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, Mounting holes are provided at both ends of the base. The terminal block is installed by fitting fasteners into the mounting holes.

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