A power distribution cabinet convenient for maintenance
By designing a rotating first cabinet door and a sliding locking structure, combined with transparent glass and curved baffles, the problem of inconvenient maintenance of outdoor power distribution cabinets on rainy days has been solved, enabling safe and efficient maintenance in rainy weather.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHUHAI QINXIN ZHAOYE TRADING CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-24
AI Technical Summary
In outdoor environments, rainwater can easily seep into the distribution cabinet, increasing the complexity of maintenance and affecting the visibility and safety of maintenance personnel. Existing distribution cabinets are not convenient for maintenance on rainy days.
A power distribution cabinet was designed, which uses a rotatable first cabinet door and a sliding locking structure, combined with transparent glass and an arc-shaped baffle, to achieve rain protection and convenient opening, ensuring that maintenance operations can be carried out smoothly on rainy days.
It effectively prevents rainwater from entering the cabinet on rainy days, improving maintenance safety and efficiency, reducing operational difficulty, and enhancing maintenance convenience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of power distribution cabinet technology, and in particular to a power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain. Background Technology
[0002] A distribution cabinet, as a crucial piece of equipment in a power system, is a metal-enclosed device that centrally installs, distributes, and controls electrical resources. It integrates various electrical components such as circuit breakers, contactors, disconnect switches, transformers, and capacitors. Through a scientific layout and reliable connection methods, it achieves the reception, distribution, conversion, and control of electrical energy. Distribution cabinets are widely used in various industrial, commercial, and public facilities, such as factory production lines, shopping mall lighting, and residential buildings. They are key facilities for ensuring the stability and security of power supply. The main uses of a distribution cabinet include: firstly, as an intermediate link in the power system, it is responsible for transmitting electrical energy from the grid to various electrical devices; secondly, through internal protection devices, it protects the power system from overload, short circuit, and other faults, preventing accidents from escalating; and thirdly, the distribution cabinet also has the functions of metering, monitoring, and controlling electrical energy, contributing to the refined management of electrical energy.
[0003] In practical applications, some distribution cabinets need to be installed outdoors to meet power supply needs in specific scenarios. However, the outdoor environment is complex and changeable, especially in rainy weather, which brings many inconveniences to the maintenance of distribution cabinets. First, rainwater can easily seep into the cabinet through gaps or unsealed interfaces, causing electrical components to become damp, short-circuit, or even damaged, increasing the complexity and risk of maintenance. Second, rainwater may also affect the visibility and operational safety of maintenance personnel, reducing maintenance efficiency. Therefore, a distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain is needed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to at least solve one of the aforementioned technical defects.
[0005] Therefore, one objective of this utility model is to provide a power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art and overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of this utility model provides a power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain, including a cabinet body. Two side panels are fixedly connected to the front of the cabinet body, and a crossbar is fixedly connected between the two side panels. A first cabinet door is rotatably connected to the outer surface of the crossbar, and the inner side of the first cabinet door is flush with the cabinet body. A second cabinet door is rotatably connected to the front of the cabinet body via a hinge, and the second cabinet door corresponds vertically to the first cabinet door. The end of the second cabinet door away from the hinge is engaged with the cabinet body via a snap-fit assembly. A sealing frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of the first cabinet door, and the sealing frame is slidably connected to the second cabinet door. A first connecting plate is fixedly connected to the front of the sealing frame, and a pin is slidably connected to one side of the first connecting plate. A second connecting plate is fixedly connected to the front of the second cabinet door, and the first and second connecting plates are parallel. The pin is slidably connected to the second connecting plate. A sliding groove is provided on the top surface of the cabinet body, and a sliding plate is slidably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove. Two springs are fixedly connected between the sliding plate and the cabinet body. A locking plate is fixedly connected to the front of the first cabinet door, and the locking plate is engaged with the sliding plate.
[0007] Preferably, in any of the above solutions, a through hole is provided on the top surface of the second connecting plate, and the pin is slidably connected to the second connecting plate through the through hole.
[0008] Preferably, in any of the above embodiments, the cabinet is internally connected to a mounting bracket via a hinge, a control panel is fixedly mounted on the front of the mounting bracket via bolts, a baffle is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the cabinet, the mounting bracket is screwed to the baffle via bolts, and a transparent glass is embedded inside the first cabinet door, the transparent glass corresponding to the control panel.
[0009] Preferably, in any of the above solutions, two arc-shaped baffles are fixedly connected to the inner side of the first cabinet door, and two storage slots are opened on the front of the cabinet body, with the arc-shaped baffles located inside the storage slots.
[0010] Preferably, in any of the above embodiments, two guide rods are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the slide, the two guide rods are respectively located inside two springs, and the slide plate is slidably connected to the guide rods.
[0011] Preferably, the front of the skateboard has a locking groove, and the locking plate engages with the skateboard through the locking groove.
[0012] Preferably, in any of the above solutions, a rotating hole is provided through the side of the first cabinet door, and the first cabinet door is rotatably connected to the crossbar through the rotating hole. The length of the crossbar is equal to the width of the first cabinet door.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0014] 1. When it is necessary to inspect the inside of the cabinet on a rainy day, the staff can pull the latch upwards until the latch moves completely out of the through hole to release the lock on the first cabinet door. Then, pull the first cabinet door outwards to make it rotate around the crossbar until the first cabinet door is rotated to the appropriate angle. Then, push the sliding plate to make the locking plate insert into the locking groove, which can lock the first cabinet door horizontally at the top of the cabinet and block the front of the cabinet. At this time, the two arc-shaped baffles will move out of the storage groove with the first cabinet door, which can block rainwater from the sides of the cabinet and prevent rainwater from falling into the cabinet.
[0015] 2. After opening the first cabinet door, the second cabinet door can be opened. Twist the bolts to release the locking of the mounting bracket, and pull the mounting bracket to rotate around the hinge. This will expose the entire front of the cabinet, making it easier to inspect the electrical equipment inside. Moreover, since the control panel is not installed on the first cabinet door, the weight of the first cabinet door can be reduced, making it easier to pull the first cabinet door. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention in its first working state;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second working state of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cabinet structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first cabinet door of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure at point A of this utility model.
[0021] In the diagram: 1-Cabinet body, 2-Side panel, 3-Horizontal bar, 4-First cabinet door, 5-Second cabinet door, 6-Blocking frame, 7-First connecting plate, 8-Pin, 9-Second connecting plate, 10-Slide groove, 11-Slide plate, 12-Spring, 13-Locking plate, 14-Through hole, 15-Mounting bracket, 16-Control panel, 17-Transparent glass, 18-Curved baffle, 19-Storage slot, 20-Guide rod, 21-Locking slot, 22-Rotating hole, 23-Baffle. Detailed Implementation
[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto.
[0023] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, a power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain includes a cabinet body 1. Two side panels 2 are fixedly connected to the front of the cabinet body 1. A crossbar 3 is fixedly connected between the two side panels 2. A first cabinet door 4 is rotatably connected to the outer surface of the crossbar 3. The inner side of the first cabinet door 4 fits snugly against the cabinet body 1. A second cabinet door 5 is rotatably connected to the front of the cabinet body 1 via a hinge. The second cabinet door 5 corresponds vertically to the first cabinet door 4. The end of the second cabinet door 5 away from the hinge is engaged with the cabinet body 1 via a snap-fit assembly. A sealing frame 6 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the first cabinet door 4. The sealing frame 6 and the second cabinet door 5... The first connecting plate 7 is fixedly connected to the front of the sealing frame 6, and a pin 8 is slidably connected to one side of the first connecting plate 7. The second connecting plate 9 is fixedly connected to the front of the second cabinet door 5. The first connecting plate 7 and the second connecting plate 9 are parallel to each other. The pin 8 is slidably connected to the second connecting plate 9. A sliding groove 10 is opened on the top surface of the cabinet body 1. A sliding plate 11 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove 10. Two springs 12 are fixedly connected between the sliding plate 11 and the cabinet body 1. A locking plate 13 is fixedly connected to the front of the first cabinet door 4. The locking plate 13 is engaged with the sliding plate 11.
[0024] As an optional technical solution of this utility model, the top surface of the second connecting plate 9 is provided with a through hole 14, and the pin 8 is slidably connected to the second connecting plate 9 through the through hole 14. The sealing frame 6 can seal the gap at the connection between the first cabinet door 4 and the second cabinet door 5, and can prevent dust from entering the cabinet 1 from the gap.
[0025] As an optional technical solution of this utility model, the cabinet body 1 is connected to the mounting bracket 15 by a hinge. The front of the mounting bracket 15 is fixedly mounted with a control panel 16 by bolts. The inner wall of the cabinet body 1 is fixedly connected with a baffle 23. The mounting bracket 15 is screwed to the baffle 23 by bolts. The interior of the first cabinet door 4 is embedded with a transparent glass 17, which corresponds to the control panel 16. The transparent glass 17 facilitates the observation of the data displayed on the control panel 16. The control panel 16 is not installed on the first cabinet door 4, which can reduce the weight of the first cabinet door 4 and make it easier to pull the first cabinet door 4.
[0026] As an optional technical solution of this utility model, two arc-shaped baffles 18 are fixedly connected to the inner side of the first cabinet door 4, and two storage slots 19 are opened on the front of the cabinet body 1. The arc-shaped baffles 18 are located inside the storage slots 19. At this time, the two arc-shaped baffles 18 will move out of the storage slots 19 along with the first cabinet door 4, which can block the rainwater on the side of the cabinet body 1 and prevent rainwater from falling into the cabinet body 1.
[0027] As an optional technical solution of this utility model, two guide rods 20 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the slide groove 10. The two guide rods 20 are respectively located inside the two springs 12. The slide plate 11 is slidably connected to the guide rods 20. When the slide plate 11 is pushed to slide inside the slide groove 10, it will drive the slide plate 11 to slide relative to the guide rods 20, which can guide the movement of the slide plate 11.
[0028] As an optional technical solution of this utility model, a locking groove 21 is provided through the front of the sliding plate 11. The locking plate 13 is engaged with the sliding plate 11 through the locking groove 21. Pushing the sliding plate 11 causes the locking plate 13 to be inserted into the locking groove 21, which can lock the first cabinet door 4 horizontally at the top of the cabinet 1 and block the front of the cabinet 1.
[0029] As an optional technical solution of this utility model, a rotating hole 22 is provided through the side of the first cabinet door 4. The first cabinet door 4 is rotatably connected to the crossbar 3 through the rotating hole 22. The length of the crossbar 3 is equal to the width of the first cabinet door 4. Pulling the first cabinet door 4 outward makes it rotate around the crossbar 3 until the first cabinet door 4 rotates to a suitable angle, which makes it easy to open the first cabinet door 4.
[0030] A type of power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain operates as follows:
[0031] 1) When it is necessary to perform maintenance on the inside of cabinet 1 on a rainy day, the staff can pull the latch 8 upward until the latch 8 is fully moved out of the through hole 14 to release the lock on the first cabinet door 4. Then, pull the first cabinet door 4 outward to make it rotate around the crossbar 3.
[0032] 2): After the first cabinet door 4 is rotated to the appropriate angle, push the slide plate 11 to insert the locking plate 13 into the locking groove 21, which can lock the first cabinet door 4 horizontally on the top of the cabinet body 1 and block the front of the cabinet body 1.
[0033] 3): After opening the first cabinet door 4, the second cabinet door 5 can be opened, and the bolts can be turned to release the lock on the mounting bracket 15. The mounting bracket 15 can be pulled to rotate around the hinge, so that the front of the cabinet 1 can be fully exposed, which makes it convenient to inspect and maintain the electrical equipment inside the cabinet.
[0034] In summary, this easily maintainable distribution cabinet allows for easy maintenance of the cabinet 1. When maintenance is required on rainy days, workers can pull upwards on the latch 8 until it fully extends out of the through hole 14, releasing the lock on the first cabinet door 4. Then, the first cabinet door 4 can be pulled outwards to rotate around the crossbar 3 until it reaches the desired angle. Finally, the sliding plate 11 is pushed to engage the locking plate 13 into the locking slot 21, horizontally locking the first cabinet door 4 to the top of the cabinet 1 and blocking the front of the cabinet 1. Furthermore, the two curved baffles at this time... 18 will move out of the storage slot 19 along with the first cabinet door 4, which can block rainwater from the side of the cabinet 1 and prevent rainwater from falling into the cabinet 1. After opening the first cabinet door 4, the second cabinet door 5 can be opened, and the bolt can be turned to release the lock on the mounting bracket 15. The mounting bracket 15 can be pulled to rotate around the hinge, so that the front of the cabinet 1 can be fully exposed, which can facilitate the maintenance of the electrical equipment inside the cabinet. Moreover, the control panel 16 is not installed on the first cabinet door 4, which can reduce the weight of the first cabinet door 4 and make it easier to pull the first cabinet door 4.
Claims
1. A power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain, characterized in that: The cabinet includes a cabinet body (1), on which two side panels (2) are fixedly connected to the front. A crossbar (3) is fixedly connected between the two side panels (2). A first cabinet door (4) is rotatably connected to the outer surface of the crossbar (3). The inner side of the first cabinet door (4) is in contact with the cabinet body (1). A second cabinet door (5) is rotatably connected to the front of the cabinet body (1) via a hinge. The second cabinet door (5) corresponds vertically to the first cabinet door (4). The end of the second cabinet door (5) away from the hinge is snapped into the cabinet body (1) via a buckle assembly. A sealing frame (6) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the first cabinet door (4). The sealing frame (6) is slidably connected to the second cabinet door (5). The front of the cabinet (6) is fixedly connected to a first connecting plate (7), and a pin (8) is slidably connected to one side of the first connecting plate (7). The front of the second cabinet door (5) is fixedly connected to a second connecting plate (9). The first connecting plate (7) and the second connecting plate (9) are parallel. The pin (8) is slidably connected to the second connecting plate (9). The top surface of the cabinet (1) is provided with a sliding groove (10). The inner wall of the sliding groove (10) is slidably connected to a sliding plate (11). Two springs (12) are fixedly connected between the sliding plate (11) and the cabinet (1). The front of the first cabinet door (4) is fixedly connected to a locking plate (13). The locking plate (13) is engaged with the sliding plate (11).
2. The easily maintainable power distribution cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top surface of the second connecting plate (9) is provided with a through hole (14), and the pin (8) is slidably connected to the second connecting plate (9) through the through hole (14).
3. The easily maintainable power distribution cabinet according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cabinet (1) is connected to a mounting bracket (15) via a hinge. A control panel (16) is fixedly mounted on the front of the mounting bracket (15) by bolts. A baffle (23) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the cabinet (1). The mounting bracket (15) is screwed to the baffle (23) by bolts. A transparent glass (17) is embedded inside the first cabinet door (4). The transparent glass (17) corresponds to the control panel (16).
4. The easily maintainable power distribution cabinet according to claim 3, characterized in that: Two arc-shaped baffles (18) are fixedly connected to the inner side of the first cabinet door (4), and two storage slots (19) are opened on the front of the cabinet body (1), with the arc-shaped baffles (18) located inside the storage slots (19).
5. A power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain according to claim 4, characterized in that: The inner wall of the slide (10) is fixedly connected to two guide rods (20), and the two guide rods (20) are respectively located inside two springs (12). The slide plate (11) is slidably connected to the guide rods (20).
6. A power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain according to claim 5, characterized in that: The front of the slide plate (11) is provided with a locking groove (21), and the locking plate (13) is engaged with the slide plate (11) through the locking groove (21).
7. A power distribution cabinet that is easy to maintain according to claim 6, characterized in that: A rotating hole (22) is provided through the side of the first cabinet door (4). The first cabinet door (4) is rotatably connected to the crossbar (3) through the rotating hole (22). The length of the crossbar (3) is equal to the width of the first cabinet door (4).