Protective device for optical cable concentration
By designing an optical cable hub with adjustable movable baffles and locking tongue structure, the problems of fixed baffle spacing and inconvenient cable end fixing were solved, achieving stable cable winding and effective protection.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NANJING XUANYUAN ELECTRIC CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-24
AI Technical Summary
The existing optical cable hub has a fixed baffle spacing, poor adaptability, and cannot be flexibly adjusted. It is inconvenient to fix the cable ends and lacks effective protection, which leads to loosening, displacement and wear of the optical cable.
A protective device for optical cable hubs was designed, comprising an adjustable movable baffle and a locking tongue structure, combined with a conductor ball and a protective shell, to achieve flexible adjustment of the baffle spacing and fixation of the cable ends, providing physical protection.
It enables flexible adjustment of the baffle spacing, ensures cable fixation, prevents loosening and wear, provides good protection, and simplifies the operation process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention belongs to the field of optical cable hub technology, and specifically relates to a protective device for optical cable hubs. Background Technology
[0002] During the construction, maintenance, and storage of optical fiber communication networks, it is often necessary to gather, unwind, and store rolled optical cables. Especially during construction, a sufficient length of cable is often left as a spare. This spare cable is often simply wound into rolls and stored; some are stored using optical cable gathering devices. However, these devices mostly use fixed-structure drums or reels; these devices typically have the following problems:
[0003] Fixed baffle spacing leads to poor adaptability: The baffles on both sides of the drum are usually fixed and not adjustable. When the number of optical cables wound is small and the width occupied is narrow, the fixed baffle spacing is too large, which cannot effectively restrain the optical cables, causing the optical cables to become loose, shift, or even collapse on the drum. However, when a large number of optical cables need to be wound, the fixed baffle spacing may be too small, which limits the winding capacity.
[0004] Cable ends are difficult to secure and easily become tangled: During cable winding or unwinding, especially when operations are paused, there is a lack of effective and convenient ways to secure the ends of the optical cables. They are prone to coming loose from the reel and becoming tangled, which not only affects the cleanliness of the site but may also cause cable wear, tangling, or even tripping hazards. Although some devices may use tape or other temporary securing methods, these are cumbersome to operate and not convenient for frequent winding and unwinding.
[0005] Insufficient protection: Some simple cable management devices lack the necessary protective shell, leaving the coiled optical cable directly exposed to the outside, making it susceptible to damage from dust, moisture, and external impacts.
[0006] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an optical cable hub that can flexibly adapt to different cable winding amounts, effectively fix cable ends, facilitate cable winding and unwinding operations, and provide good protection. Summary of the Invention
[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide a protective device for optical cable hubs to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a protective device for optical cable hubs, comprising a protective housing, an inlet / outlet port on the protective housing, a collecting roller inside the protective housing, a fixed baffle and a movable baffle respectively at both ends of the collecting roller, a slot on the collecting roller, a plurality of locking tongue slots on the slot, a slider adapted to the slot on the movable baffle, the slider being disposed in the slot, a notch on one side of the slider, a guide post disposed in the notch, a push-pull plate on the guide post, a spring on one side of the push-pull plate, and a locking tongue on the push-pull plate, the locking tongue being adapted to the locking tongue slot.
[0009] Preferably, a protective cover is provided on one side of the protective housing.
[0010] Preferably, a shaft is provided on the protective housing, and the collecting roller is disposed on the shaft.
[0011] Preferably, a circular ring is rotatably mounted on the movable baffle, and a wire ball head is mounted on the circular ring, with a wire hole formed on the wire ball head.
[0012] Preferably, the lead wire ball head has an inlet and outlet opening.
[0013] Preferably, a locking screw is provided on the ball head of the conductor.
[0014] The technical effects and advantages of the present invention are as follows: 1. By setting a movable baffle that can move along the axial direction of the collecting roller, and cooperating with a fixed baffle, the distance between the two baffles can be flexibly adjusted;
[0015] When the number of optical cables wound is small and the width is narrow, the movable baffle can be adjusted inward to reduce the spacing, effectively constrain the optical cable and prevent it from loosening and shifting.
[0016] When a large amount of optical cable needs to be wound and the width is large, the movable baffle can be adjusted outward to increase the spacing and increase the winding capacity.
[0017] It solves the problems of poor adaptability and low space utilization of fixed baffle devices, and realizes "adjustment on demand", which is suitable for different cable volumes and application scenarios.
[0018] 2. The sliding block and T-slot structure is used to ensure smooth movement and accurate guidance of the movable baffle;
[0019] By utilizing the engagement of the locking tongue and the locking tongue groove, combined with the automatic reset force provided by the spring, the movable baffle is automatically and reliably locked after being adjusted to the correct position, preventing accidental displacement during transportation or use.
[0020] During adjustment, simply push the push-pull plate outward to disengage the latch from the latch groove, and the movable baffle can be easily moved. It will automatically lock after being released, making the operation extremely simple and efficient.
[0021] A rotatable ring and a wire ball with a wire hole are set on the movable baffle, providing a dedicated and adjustable fixing and guiding channel for the optical cable outlet, which facilitates cable winding and unwinding;
[0022] The protective shell and protective cover form a semi-enclosed space, providing good physical protection for the optical cable on the collection roller, effectively reducing the intrusion of dust and moisture, as well as damage caused by external impacts and scratches. Attached Figure Description
[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention;
[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the collecting roller structure of the present invention;
[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the movable baffle structure of the present invention;
[0026] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;
[0027] Figure 5 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;
[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the shaft structure of the present invention.
[0029] In the diagram: 1. Protective housing; 2. Inlet / outlet port; 3. Protective cover plate; 4. Collecting roller; 5. Fixed baffle; 6. Movable baffle; 7. Slot; 8. Locking tongue slot; 9. Notch; 10. Guide post; 11. Push-pull plate; 12. Locking tongue; 13. Spring; 14. Slider; 15. Ring; 16. Wire ball head; 17. Wire hole; 18. Inlet / outlet opening; 19. Locking screw; 20. Shaft. Detailed Implementation
[0030] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that these descriptions are for the purpose of aiding understanding the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the various embodiments of the present invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.
[0031] This invention provides, for example Figure 1-6The protective device for optical cable hubs shown includes a protective housing 1, a protective cover 3 on one side of the protective housing 1, an inlet / outlet 2 on the protective housing 1, a shaft 20 on the protective housing 1, a collecting roller 4 mounted on the shaft 20, a fixed baffle 5 and a movable baffle 6 at both ends of the collecting roller 4 respectively, the movable baffle 6 being adjustable in position, a slot 7 T-shaped opening on the collecting roller 4, a plurality of locking tongue slots 8 evenly spaced on the slot 7, a slider 14 adapted to the slot 7 mounted on the movable baffle 6, the slider 14 being disposed within the slot 7, and a [missing information - likely a design feature] on one side of the slider 14. A notch 9 is provided, within which a guide post 10 is provided. A push-pull plate 11 is provided on the guide post 10. A spring 13 is provided on one side of the push-pull plate 11 and on the guide post 10. A locking tongue 12 is provided on the push-pull plate 11. The locking tongue 12 is adapted to the locking tongue groove 8. During use, it is adjusted according to the width occupied by the collected cable. When the occupied width is large, the position of the movable baffle 6 is adjusted outward. When the occupied width is small, the position of the movable baffle 6 is adjusted inward, so that the movable baffle 6 can play a good role in fixing the cable. When adjusting, push the push-pull plate 11 outward to make the locking tongue 12 leave the locking tongue groove 8, so that the push-pull plate 11 can be moved.
[0032] As one embodiment of this application, such as Figure 5 As shown, to improve the fixing effect of the cable exit end and facilitate cable feeding and reeling while fixing the cable, the following structure is set up: a ring 15 is rotatably sleeved on the movable baffle 6, and the ring 15 can rotate around the movable baffle 6. A wire ball head 16 is set on the ring 15, and a wire hole 17 is opened on the wire ball head 16. An inlet / outlet opening 18 is opened on the wire ball head 16, and a locking screw 19 is set on the wire ball head 16. The coiled cable is placed on the collecting roller 4, and the cable exit end is inserted into the wire hole 17 through the inlet / outlet opening 18. The inlet / outlet opening 18 can be secured with a suitable rubber plug to prevent the cable from falling out of the inlet / outlet opening 18. When cable feeding and reeling are not required, the locking screw 19 can be tightened. When feeding and reeling, the locking screw 19 is loosened and the ring 15 is rotated to perform the feeding and reeling operation, making the cable less tangled during feeding and reeling.
[0033] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A protective device for optical cable hubs, characterized in that: The device includes a protective housing (1), which has an inlet / outlet port (2). A collecting roller (4) is installed inside the protective housing (1). A fixed baffle (5) and a movable baffle (6) are installed at both ends of the collecting roller (4). A slot (7) is opened on the collecting roller (4). Several locking tongue slots (8) are provided on the slot (7). A slider (14) adapted to the slot (7) is provided on the movable baffle (6). The slider (14) is installed in the slot (7). A notch (9) is provided on one side of the slider (14). A guide post (10) is provided in the notch (9). A push-pull plate (11) is provided on the guide post (10). A spring (13) is provided on one side of the push-pull plate (11). A locking tongue (12) is provided on the push-pull plate (11). The locking tongue (12) is adapted to the locking tongue slot (8).
2. The protective device for optical cable hubs according to claim 1, characterized in that: A protective cover plate (3) is provided on one side of the protective shell (1).
3. The protective device for optical cable hubs according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective shell (1) is provided with a shaft (20), and the collecting roller (4) is provided on the shaft (20).
4. The protective device for optical cable hubs according to claim 1, characterized in that: A circular ring (15) is rotatably mounted on the movable baffle (6), and a wire ball head (16) is mounted on the circular ring (15), with a wire hole (17) opened on the wire ball head (16).
5. A protective device for optical cable hubs according to claim 4, characterized in that: The lead ball (16) has an inlet / outlet opening (18).
6. A protective device for optical cable hubs according to claim 4, characterized in that: A locking screw (19) is provided on the lead ball head (16).