PLC communication control box

By designing a PLC communication control box with communication connectors and mounting components, the problem of complex and easily damaged wiring of PLC control boxes was solved, and cable protection and convenient assembly were achieved, thus improving safety.

CN224164977UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-24HUADIAN INNER MONGOLIA ENERGY CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUADIAN INNER MONGOLIA ENERGY CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-15
Publication Date
2026-04-24

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Technical Problem

Existing PLC control boxes require external communication cables and equipment cables for wiring, which is complex, easily damaged, and poses safety hazards.

Method used

A PLC communication control box was designed, comprising an upper and lower box body that are assembled together. It has a communication connector, a control panel, and a cable guard. The L-shaped cable guard works with the cable holder to protect the cables. It is fixed to the wall or cabinet by a mounting component and its position is adjusted using an adjustable slide and an adjusting rod.

Benefits of technology

It provides cable protection, simplifies the assembly process, improves safety and convenience, and avoids wear and tear at cable connections.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a plc communication control box which comprises a control box, and the left end and the right end of the control box are connected with communication connectors. The control box comprises an upper box body and a lower box body which are spliced up and down, and the lower end of the upper box body and the upper end of the lower box body are spliced to form the control box; a control panel is formed on the upper surface of the upper box body, a hanging assembly and a wire inlet are arranged on the lower surface of the lower box body, and a wire blocking cover matched with the wire inlet is arranged on the lower box body. Compared with the prior art, the PLC communication control box provided by the utility model has the advantages that the PLC communication control box is convenient for wire protection and is easy to assemble.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of PLC control box technology, specifically to a PLC communication control box. Background Technology

[0002] A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a digital electronic device with a microprocessor. It is used for automated control and can load control instructions into memory for storage and execution at any time.

[0003] When in use, it generally requires an external communication cable box and equipment cable, which are then fixed to the wall or cabinet by screws and the four feet on the sides of the main body. This is quite complicated, and the external wiring is prone to damage and abrasion, which can create safety hazards. Utility Model Content

[0004] (I) Problems to be solved

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned technical defects and provide a PLC communication control box that is convenient for wiring protection and easy to assemble.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution provided by this utility model is: a PLC communication control box, including a control box, wherein communication connectors are connected to both the left and right ends of the control box;

[0008] The control box includes an upper box body and a lower box body that are assembled vertically, with the lower end of the upper box body and the upper end of the lower box body joined together to form the control box;

[0009] The upper surface of the upper box has a control panel, the lower surface of the lower box has a mounting component and a cable inlet, and a cable guard is provided on the lower box to match the cable inlet.

[0010] As an improvement, the control panel includes a display panel, indicator lights, and a matrix keypad.

[0011] As an improvement, the wire baffle has an L-shaped cross-section and an opening at one end.

[0012] The inner wall of the cable shield is equipped with several cable holders corresponding to the cable inlet, and the cable holders have arc-shaped slots on the side facing the cable inlet.

[0013] As an improvement, the mounting assembly includes multiple sets of guide rails opened on the lower wall of the lower box, a slide block slidably disposed in the guide rails, and an adjustable rod connected to the slide block;

[0014] A linkage plate is installed between multiple adjusting rods; the linkage plate has several mounting slots.

[0015] As an improvement, the lower sidewall of the lower box body is provided with several positioning holes on both sides of the guide rail, and the slide is provided with positioning wings that cooperate with the positioning holes, and the positioning wings are provided with insertion holes.

[0016] As an improvement, the outer end wall of the slide is provided with an internal threaded post, the adjusting rod is threadedly connected to the internal threaded post, and a groove is also formed on the adjusting rod, and the linkage plate is engaged and sleeved in the groove.

[0017] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0018] The advantages of this utility model compared with the prior art are as follows: In this application, the cable is protected by the cooperation of the cable holder and the cable guard to prevent wear at the connection point. At the same time, the external mounting component can be hung on the bolt fixed to the wall or cabinet through the mounting groove, which is convenient for assembly. The adjustable slide can adjust the assembly position to meet different needs. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the PLC communication control box.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the back of the PLC communication control box.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a top view structural diagram of the PLC communication control box.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the card slot, magnified from above.

[0023] As shown in the figure: 1. Control box; 2. Communication connector; 3. Upper box; 4. Lower box; 5. Display panel; 6. Indicator light; 7. Matrix control keyboard; 8. Cable guard; 9. Opening; 10. Cable inlet; 11. Cable holder; 12. Arc-shaped slot; 13. Guide rail; 14. Slide; 15. Adjusting rod; 16. Linkage plate; 17. Mounting slot; 18. Positioning wing; 19. Internal threaded post; 20. Slot. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Identical components are indicated by the same reference numerals.

[0025] It should be noted that the terms “front,” “back,” “left,” “right,” “up,” and “down” used in the following description refer to the directions shown in the attached diagram, while the terms “inside” and “outside” refer to the directions toward or away from the geometric center of a specific component, respectively.

[0026] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0027] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly associated with those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments and is not intended to limit the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0028] To make the content of this utility model easier to understand, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] Please refer to the appendix carefully. Figure 1-4 The PLC communication control box includes a control box 1, and communication connectors 2 are connected to both the left and right ends of the control box 1.

[0030] In one embodiment:

[0031] The control box 1 includes an upper box body 3 and a lower box body 4 that are assembled together. The lower end of the upper box body 3 and the upper end of the lower box body 4 are assembled together to form the control box 1.

[0032] The upper surface of the upper box 3 is formed with a control panel, which includes a display panel 5, indicator lights 6 and a matrix keypad 7, and the multi-functional control panel facilitates interactive control.

[0033] The lower surface of the lower housing 4 is provided with a mounting component and a cable inlet 10. A cable retainer 8 is provided on the lower housing 4 to match the cable inlet 10. The cross-section of the cable retainer 8 is L-shaped, and one end of the cable retainer 8 is provided with an opening 9. Several cable holders 11 are connected to the inner wall of the cable retainer 8 corresponding to the position of the cable inlet 10. An arc-shaped slot 12 is formed on the side of the cable holder 11 facing the cable inlet 10. The arc-shaped slot 12 is used to collect the cable and limit and guide it, while the cable retainer 8 provides external protection.

[0034] In one embodiment:

[0035] The mounting assembly includes multiple sets of guide rails 13 on the lower wall of the lower box 4, a slide block 14 slidably disposed in the guide rails 13, and an adjusting rod 15 adjustablely connected to the slide block 14; a linkage plate 16 is installed between the multiple adjusting rods 15; and a plurality of mounting slots 17 are provided on the linkage plate 16.

[0036] To facilitate positioning adjustment, the lower side wall of the lower box 4 is provided with several positioning holes on both sides of the guide rail 13. The slide 14 is provided with positioning wings 18 that cooperate with the positioning holes, and the positioning wings 18 are provided with insertion holes.

[0037] More specifically, the outer end wall of the slide block 14 is provided with an internal threaded post 19, the adjusting rod 15 is threadedly connected to the internal threaded post 19, and a groove 20 is also formed on the adjusting rod 15. The linkage plate 16 is engaged and sleeved in the groove 20. The structural cooperation between the adjusting rod 15 and the internal threaded post 19 facilitates the adjustment of its angle during application.

[0038] When the installation position needs to be adjusted, the position of the linkage plate can be adjusted by turning the two adjusting rods 15, and it can be mounted and installed through the mounting slot 17. The inlet, communication interface and corresponding cable can be connected for easy linkage control.

[0039] The contents not described in detail in this specification are existing technologies known to those skilled in the art.

[0040] All standard parts used in this utility model can be purchased from the market, and irregular parts can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art. In addition, the circuit connection adopts conventional connection methods in the prior art, which will not be described in detail here. The contents not described in detail in this specification belong to the prior art known to those skilled in the art.

[0041] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A PLC communication control box, characterized by: Includes a control box (1), and communication connectors (2) are connected to both the left and right ends of the control box (1); The control box (1) includes an upper box body (3) and a lower box body (4) that are assembled together. The lower end of the upper box body (3) and the upper end of the lower box body (4) are assembled together to form the control box (1). The upper surface of the upper box (3) is provided with a control panel, and the lower surface of the lower box (4) is provided with a mounting component and a cable inlet (10). The lower box (4) is provided with a cable guard (8) to match the cable inlet (10).

2. The PLC communication control box according to claim 1, wherein: The control panel includes a display panel (5), indicator lights (6), and a matrix keypad (7).

3. The PLC communication control box according to claim 1, wherein: The wire baffle (8) has an L-shaped cross-section and an opening (9) at one end. The inner wall of the wire shield (8) is connected to the inlet (10) with several cable holders (11), and an arc-shaped groove (12) is formed on the side of the cable holder (11) facing the inlet (10).

4. The PLC communication control box of claim 1, wherein: The mounting assembly includes multiple sets of guide rails (13) opened on the lower wall of the lower box (4), a slide block (14) slidably disposed in the guide rails (13), and an adjusting rod (15) adjustablely connected to the slide block (14); A linkage plate (16) is installed between multiple adjusting rods (15); the linkage plate (16) is provided with several mounting slots (17).

5. The PLC communication control box according to claim 4, wherein: The lower sidewall of the lower box (4) is provided with several positioning holes on both sides of the guide rail (13). The slide (14) is provided with positioning wings (18) that cooperate with the positioning holes, and the positioning wings (18) are provided with insertion holes.

6. The PLC communication control box according to claim 4, wherein: The outer end wall of the slide (14) is provided with an internal threaded post (19), the adjusting rod (15) is threadedly connected to the internal threaded post (19), and a slot (20) is also formed on the adjusting rod (15), and the linkage plate (16) is engaged and sleeved in the slot (20).