An explosion-proof control box

By introducing sealing gaskets, explosion-proof latches, explosion-proof glass observation windows, and metal partitions into the control box, the problem of insufficient explosion-proof performance of traditional control boxes in hazardous environments has been solved, achieving higher safety and reliability.

CN224538498UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21ZHEJIANG ZHECHUANG ZHONGHE EXPLOSION-PROOF TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHEJIANG ZHECHUANG ZHONGHE EXPLOSION-PROOF TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-27
Publication Date
2026-07-21

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional control boxes lack sufficient explosion-proof performance in hazardous environments, which can easily lead to explosions and pose safety hazards.

Method used

An explosion-proof control box was designed, which adopts a structure including a sealing gasket, explosion-proof lock, explosion-proof glass observation window, metal partition and heat sink to ensure airtightness and independent chamber, prevent the spread of electric sparks and improve heat dissipation performance.

Benefits of technology

The control box's sealing and heat dissipation performance has been improved, reducing the probability of explosions, enhancing ease of operation and safety, and extending the service life of electrical components.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of explosion-proof control box, including box and lid, the box with the lid is connected through hinge, the side of the lid close to the box is equipped with a circle of sealing gasket, the side of the lid away from hinge is equipped with locking end and lower locking end, the lid is equipped with control button;The box is equipped with outlet hole, the outlet hole is equipped with explosion-proof connection end, the side of the box away from hinge is equipped with first explosion-proof lock catch and second explosion-proof lock catch, when the lid covers the box, the first explosion-proof lock catch is buckled on the locking end and the second explosion-proof lock catch is buckled on the lower locking end.The utility model discloses a kind of explosion-proof control box, to solve the problem of insufficient explosion-proof performance of conventional control box in dangerous environment proposed in background art.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of control box technology, specifically relating to an explosion-proof control box. Background Technology

[0002] In industrial production, especially in hazardous environments with flammable and explosive gases and dust, such as mines, petrochemical plants, and coal mines, extremely high requirements are placed on the explosion-proof performance of electrical equipment. As a crucial component of electrical equipment, the explosion-proof performance of control boxes directly affects the safety and stability of production. Traditional control boxes have certain deficiencies in structural design and sealing performance, making them unsuitable for use in hazardous environments. For example, in some mining sites, where large amounts of methane gas are present, a spark generated by an electrical fault in a conventional control box can easily trigger an explosion, causing serious casualties and property damage. Therefore, developing a control box with highly efficient explosion-proof performance is of significant practical importance. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide an explosion-proof control box to solve the problem of insufficient explosion-proof performance of traditional control boxes in hazardous environments, as mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides an explosion-proof control box, including a box body and a box cover, wherein the box body and the box cover are connected by a hinge, wherein: The lid has a sealing gasket on the side near the box body, and an upper locking end and a lower locking end on the side away from the hinge. The lid also has a control button. The enclosure is provided with a cable outlet, and an explosion-proof connection end is provided inside the cable outlet. The side of the enclosure away from the hinge is provided with a first explosion-proof latch and a second explosion-proof latch. When the enclosure lid is closed, the first explosion-proof latch is engaged with the upper locking end and the second explosion-proof latch is engaged with the lower locking end (the explosion-proof latches can effectively prevent the enclosure lid from being opened in case of accident, ensuring the sealing and safety of the explosion-proof control box in hazardous environments).

[0005] As a further preferred technical solution to the above technical solution, the box cover is provided with an observation window, which is made of explosion-proof glass (through the observation window, the staff can observe the working status of the electrical components inside the box in real time without opening the box cover, which improves the convenience and safety of operation).

[0006] As a further preferred technical solution to the above technical solution, the box is provided with a partition to divide the inside of the box into multiple independent chambers, each chamber is provided with electrical components, and the outside of the box is provided with heat sinks.

[0007] As a further preferred technical solution to the above technical solution, the partition is made of metal and is fixed to the inner wall of the box by welding (the metal partition has good conductivity and heat dissipation, which can effectively isolate the heat and electric sparks generated by electrical components in different chambers and prevent the spread of explosion accidents).

[0008] As a further preferred technical solution of the above technical solution, the bottom of the box is provided with support feet, and the bottom of the support feet is provided with anti-slip pads (the support feet can keep the box at a certain distance from the ground to avoid the normal operation of the electrical components inside the box due to factors such as ground moisture, while the anti-slip pads increase the stability of the control box when it is placed).

[0009] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This explosion-proof control box effectively improves its sealing performance by incorporating a sealing gasket at the connection between the box body and the cover, explosion-proof connection terminals in the cable outlet, and explosion-proof locks, preventing flammable and explosive gases from entering the box. The internal partitions divide the box into multiple independent chambers, avoiding interference between different electrical components and reducing the probability of explosions. Heat sinks enhance heat dissipation, ensuring electrical components operate at normal temperatures and extending their lifespan. An observation window facilitates observation of the internal components, while support feet and anti-slip pads improve stability. Overall, the explosion-proof control box enhances its safety and reliability in hazardous environments. Attached Figure Description

[0010] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0011] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0012] The reference numerals in the attached drawings include: 10, enclosure; 11, explosion-proof connection end; 12, first explosion-proof lock; 13, second explosion-proof lock buckle; 20, enclosure cover; 21, sealing gasket; 22, upper locking end; 23, lower locking end; 24, control button; 25, observation window; 30, electrical components. Detailed Implementation

[0013] The following description is intended to disclose the present invention so that those skilled in the art can implement it. The preferred embodiments described below are merely examples, and other obvious variations will occur to those skilled in the art. The basic principles of the present invention defined in the following description can be applied to other embodiments, modifications, improvements, equivalents, and other technical solutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[0014] This utility model discloses an explosion-proof control box. The specific embodiments of the utility model are further described below with reference to preferred embodiments.

[0015] In the embodiments of this utility model, those skilled in the art will note that the electrical components and the like involved in this utility model can be considered as prior art.

[0016] Preferred embodiment.

[0017] like Figure 1-2 As shown, this utility model discloses an explosion-proof control box, including a box body 10 and a box cover 20, wherein the box body 10 and the box cover 20 are connected by a hinge, wherein: The box cover 20 is provided with a sealing gasket 21 on the side near the box body 10, and the box cover 20 is provided with an upper locking end 22 and a lower locking end 23 on the side away from the hinge. The box cover 20 is provided with a control button 24. The enclosure 10 is provided with a cable outlet (not shown), and an explosion-proof connection end 11 is provided in the cable outlet. On the side of the enclosure 10 away from the hinge, there is a first explosion-proof lock 12 and a second explosion-proof lock 13. When the enclosure cover 20 is placed on the enclosure 10, the first explosion-proof lock 12 is engaged with the upper locking end 22 and the second explosion-proof lock 13 is engaged with the lower locking end 23 (the explosion-proof locks can effectively prevent the enclosure cover from being opened in case of accident, ensuring the sealing and safety of the explosion-proof control box in hazardous environments).

[0018] Specifically, the box cover 20 is provided with an observation window 25, which is made of explosion-proof glass (through the observation window, the staff can observe the working status of the electrical components inside the box in real time without opening the box cover, which improves the convenience and safety of operation).

[0019] More specifically, the housing 10 is provided with a partition (not shown) to divide the interior of the housing into multiple independent chambers, each chamber containing an electrical component 30, and the exterior of the housing is provided with heat sinks (not shown).

[0020] Furthermore, the partition is made of metal and is fixed to the inner wall of the housing 10 by welding (the metal partition has good conductivity and heat dissipation, which can effectively isolate the heat and electric sparks generated by electrical components in different chambers and prevent the spread of explosion accidents).

[0021] Furthermore, the bottom of the enclosure 10 is provided with support feet (not shown), and the bottom of the support feet is provided with anti-slip pads (not shown). The support feet can keep the enclosure at a certain distance from the ground to avoid the normal operation of the electrical components inside the enclosure due to factors such as wet ground. The anti-slip pads increase the stability of the control box when it is placed.

[0022] Regarding this utility model: In practical use, electrical components are installed in various chambers within the enclosure, and electrical wiring is connected to external equipment via explosion-proof connectors. The enclosure cover is closed, and the explosion-proof latches and locking ends secure the cover to the enclosure; the sealing gasket ensures the enclosure's airtightness. During equipment operation, personnel can observe the working status of the electrical components through the observation window, while heat sinks continuously dissipate heat from inside the enclosure. If maintenance or repair of the electrical components is required, the explosion-proof latches are opened, and the enclosure cover is opened via the hinges for operation.

[0023] It is worth mentioning that the technical features such as electrical components involved in this utility model patent application should be regarded as prior art. The specific structure, working principle, and possible control methods and spatial arrangement of these technical features can be conventionally selected in the field and should not be regarded as the inventive point of this utility model patent. This utility model patent will not be further elaborated in detail.

[0024] For those skilled in the art, modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An explosion-proof control box, characterized in that, Includes a box body and a box lid, wherein the box body and the box lid are connected by a hinge, wherein: The lid has a sealing gasket on the side near the box body, and an upper locking end and a lower locking end on the side away from the hinge. The lid also has a control button. The enclosure is provided with a cable outlet hole, and an explosion-proof connection end is provided in the cable outlet hole. The side of the enclosure away from the hinge is provided with a first explosion-proof latch and a second explosion-proof latch. When the enclosure lid is closed on the enclosure, the first explosion-proof latch is fastened to the upper locking end and the second explosion-proof latch is fastened to the lower locking end.

2. The explosion-proof control box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lid of the box is equipped with an observation window, which is made of explosion-proof glass.

3. The explosion-proof control box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The box is equipped with partitions that divide the interior into multiple independent chambers, each containing electrical components. The exterior of the box is equipped with heat sinks.

4. The explosion-proof control box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The partition is made of metal and is fixed to the inner wall of the box by welding.

5. The explosion-proof control box according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the box is equipped with support feet, and the bottom of the support feet is equipped with anti-slip pads.