A branching terminal

Abstract

The application discloses a branching terminal, relates to the field of wiring terminals, and comprises a box body, which is provided with a mounting mechanism, the mounting mechanism comprises a positioning assembly and a clamping assembly, the positioning assembly comprises first mounting seats and second mounting seats fixedly arranged on both sides of the box body, a conductor is arranged in the box body, and a side insertion opening is formed in the outer side of the box body. The application can splice adjacent box bodies, at this time, the corresponding clamping plates and protrusions are inserted into the corresponding clamping grooves and recesses, and interlocking work can be completed, the first mounting seats, the second mounting seats and the guide rail clamping grooves can be selected for installation according to requirements, the side insertion plates, the side insertion openings and the outer insertion joint of the connecting plates can be matched and installed, and the function of quick positioning and installation can be realized, and subsequent disassembly, replacement and maintenance are facilitated, so that the convenience and flexibility of the branching terminal during use can be further improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of terminal blocks, and more particularly to a branch terminal block. Background Technology

[0002] As a common connector, terminal blocks are widely used to achieve electrical connections. With the increasing demands of society for industrial automation, the performance requirements of terminal blocks are also rising, and their types are becoming more and more diverse.

[0003] Traditional branch terminals require assembly of adjacent branch terminals and connection and fixation of adjacent wires during use. Due to the cumbersome structure of traditional branch terminals, the operation is complicated, which is not conducive to quick operation, assembly and positioning by users. Therefore, there is a need to provide a branch terminal that can improve the convenience and flexibility of use and assembly. Utility Model Content

[0004] To further improve the convenience and flexibility of using traditional branch terminals, this application provides a branch terminal.

[0005] The present application provides a splitter terminal with the following technical solution: a splitter terminal includes a housing, the housing is provided with a mounting mechanism, the mounting mechanism includes a positioning component and a snap-fit ​​component;

[0006] The positioning component includes a first mounting seat and a second mounting seat fixedly installed on both sides of the box body. The box body is provided with a conductor. The outer side of the box body is provided with a side insertion opening. A connecting plate is provided in the side insertion opening. A side insertion plate is fixedly installed on the outer side of the connecting plate. Threaded holes for mating with external bolts are provided on both the connecting plate and the conductor.

[0007] The snap-fit ​​assembly includes a snap-fit ​​plate and a protrusion fixedly installed on one side of the box body. The other side of the box body has a snap-fit ​​groove adapted to the snap-fit ​​plate and a groove adapted to the protrusion.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, adjacent boxes are spliced ​​together. At this time, the corresponding snap-fit ​​plates and protrusions are inserted into the corresponding snap-fit ​​slots and grooves to complete the interlocking operation. The first mounting base, the second mounting base, and the guide rail slot can be selected for installation according to the requirements. The installation is carried out by the external insertion of the side plate, the side insertion opening, and the connecting plate, which can achieve the function of quick positioning and installation. This also facilitates subsequent disassembly, replacement, and maintenance, thus further improving the convenience and flexibility of the branch terminal in use.

[0009] Preferably, the box body is hinged to a flip-top cover, and the top of the box body is provided with multiple corresponding wiring ports.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution and setting a flip-up cover, an auxiliary installation and protection function can be achieved.

[0011] Preferably, the bottom of the box body is provided with a guide rail slot.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, and by setting a guide rail slot, it can be adapted and installed with the guide rail.

[0013] Preferably, the shapes of the snap-fit ​​groove and the snap-fit ​​plate are adapted to each other.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the shapes of the snap-fit ​​slot and the snap-fit ​​plate are matched, thereby achieving an interlocking connection.

[0015] Preferably, the protrusion is semi-circular.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the protrusions are designed to be semi-circular, which facilitates plug-in installation.

[0017] Preferably, the snap-fit ​​groove is provided with a reinforcing mechanism, the reinforcing mechanism including an installation groove formed in the snap-fit ​​groove, a first magnetic block is fixedly installed in the installation groove, and a second magnetic block adapted to the first magnetic block is fixedly installed on one side of the snap-fit ​​plate.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, when interlocking is performed, the snap-fit ​​plate can be further connected by adsorption through the first magnetic block and the second magnetic block when inserted into the snap-fit ​​slot, thereby further improving the stability and firmness of interlocking.

[0019] Preferably, the reinforcement mechanism further includes a mounting plate slidably installed in the mounting groove. A through groove is provided on the side of the box body, which is connected to the mounting groove. A fixing plate is fixedly installed in the through groove. A plug is slidably sleeved on the fixing plate. A pull plate is fixedly installed on one end of the plug near its outer side. A spring is sleeved on the plug. The two ends of the spring are respectively fixedly installed on the fixing plate and the pull plate on the side close to each other. A insertion hole is provided on one side of the mounting plate, and the plug is located in the insertion hole.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, pulling the pull plate outward will move the insertion post and compress the spring, allowing the snap-fit ​​plate and snap-fit ​​groove to be assembled. When the assembly is complete, the mounting plate connected to the snap-fit ​​plate will be inserted into the mounting groove. Then, the pull plate is released, and the spring will automatically reset the insertion post, allowing it to be inserted into the insertion hole on the mounting plate, thereby completing the fixed position and further improving the interlocking firmness.

[0021] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0022] 1. This application utilizes a snap-fit ​​plate and other components to splice adjacent boxes. The snap-fit ​​plate and protrusions are inserted into corresponding snap-fit ​​slots and grooves, achieving interlocking. The first mounting base, second mounting base, and guide rail slot allow for selection and installation according to requirements. The external insertion of the side plate, side insertion opening, and connecting plate enables rapid positioning and installation, facilitating subsequent disassembly, replacement, and maintenance. Therefore, it further improves the convenience and flexibility of the branch terminal during use.

[0023] 2. This application employs a combination of inserts and other components. By releasing the pull plate, the inserts are automatically reset by a spring, allowing them to be inserted into the holes on the mounting plate, thus completing the reinforcement and improving the interlocking strength. Furthermore, this application uses two different reinforcement methods, which can be selected according to the specific usage requirements, thereby improving the adaptability during installation and use. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a branch terminal according to Embodiment 1 of this application;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the snap-fit ​​structure, which is the main feature of Embodiment 1 of this application.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the main installation structure of Embodiment 1 of this application;

[0027] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of Embodiment 2 of this application, which mainly illustrates the reinforced structure.

[0028] Figure 5 This is a side view of Embodiment 3 of this application, which mainly illustrates the reinforced structure;

[0029] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the drive portion of the reinforced structure, which is the main feature of Embodiment 3 of this application.

[0030] Reference numerals: 1. Box body; 2. First mounting base; 3. Second mounting base; 4. Guide rail slot; 5. Flip-top plate; 6. Snap-fit ​​plate; 7. Protrusion; 8. Wiring port; 9. Side insertion plate; 10. Side insertion opening; 11. Snap-fit ​​groove; 12. Groove; 13. Connecting plate; 14. Threaded hole; 15. Conductor; 16. Mounting groove; 17. First magnet; 18. Second magnet; 19. Mounting plate; 20. Through groove; 21. Pull plate; 22. Insertion hole; 23. Fixing plate; 24. Insertion post; 25. Spring. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1-6 This application will be described in further detail.

[0032] This application discloses a branch terminal.

[0033] Example 1

[0034] Reference Figure 1-3 A branch terminal includes a housing 1, on which a mounting mechanism is provided, the mounting mechanism including a positioning component and a snap-fit ​​component;

[0035] The positioning component includes a first mounting seat 2 and a second mounting seat 3 fixedly installed on both sides of the box body 1. The box body 1 is provided with a conductor 15. The outer side of the box body 1 is provided with a side insertion opening 10. The side insertion opening 10 is provided with a connecting plate 13. The outer side of the connecting plate 13 is fixedly installed with a side insertion plate 9. The connecting plate 13 and the conductor 15 are both provided with threaded holes 14 for installation with external bolts.

[0036] The snap-fit ​​assembly includes a snap-fit ​​plate 6 and a protrusion 7 fixedly installed on one side of the box body 1. The other side of the box body 1 is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove 11 that matches the snap-fit ​​plate 6 and a groove 12 that matches the protrusion 7. A flip-top plate 5 is hinged on the box body 1. The top of the box body 1 is provided with multiple corresponding wiring ports 8.

[0037] The bottom of the box 1 is provided with a guide rail slot 4, a snap-fit ​​slot 11 and a snap-fit ​​plate 6, all of which are designed to be compatible in shape, and the protrusion 7 is designed to be semi-circular.

[0038] In use, adjacent boxes 1 are spliced ​​together. At this time, the corresponding snap-fit ​​plate 6 and protrusion 7 are inserted into the corresponding snap-fit ​​slot 11 and groove 12 to complete the interlocking operation. The first mounting base 2, the second mounting base 3 and the guide rail slot 4 can be selected for installation according to the requirements. The side insertion plate 9, the side insertion opening 10 and the connecting plate 13 are used for external insertion and installation, which can achieve the function of quick positioning and installation, and facilitate subsequent disassembly, replacement and maintenance. Therefore, it can further improve the convenience and flexibility of the branch terminal in use.

[0039] Example 2

[0040] Reference Figure 4 The device includes a reinforcing mechanism disposed within the snap-fit ​​slot 11. The reinforcing mechanism includes a mounting slot 16 formed within the snap-fit ​​slot 11. A first magnetic block 17 is fixedly installed in the mounting slot 16. A second magnetic block 18 adapted to the first magnetic block 17 is fixedly installed on one side of the snap-fit ​​plate 6.

[0041] When in use, when interlocking, the snap plate 6 is inserted into the snap slot 11, and can be further attracted and connected by the first magnetic block 17 and the second magnetic block 18, thereby further improving the stability and firmness of the interlocking.

[0042] Example 3

[0043] Reference Figure 5-6 The reinforcement mechanism also includes a mounting plate 19 that is slidably installed in the mounting groove 16. A through groove 20 that is connected to the mounting groove 16 is opened on the side of the box body 1. A fixing plate 23 is fixedly installed in the through groove 20. A plug 24 is slidably sleeved on the fixing plate 23. A pull plate 21 is fixedly installed on one end of the plug 24 near the outside. A spring 25 is sleeved on the plug 24. The two ends of the spring 25 are respectively fixedly installed on the side of the fixing plate 23 and the pull plate 21 that are close to each other. A hole 22 is opened on one side of the mounting plate 19. The plug 24 is located in the hole 22.

[0044] In use, by pulling the pull plate 21 outward, the insertion post 24 will move and the spring 25 will be compressed. At this time, the snap-fit ​​plate 6 and the snap-fit ​​groove 11 can be spliced ​​and assembled. When the splicing is completed, the mounting plate 19 connected to the snap-fit ​​plate 6 will be inserted into the mounting groove 16. Then, the pull plate 21 is released, and the spring 25 will drive the insertion post 24 to automatically reset and insert the insertion post 24 into the insertion hole 22 on the mounting plate 19, thereby completing the fixed position and further improving the interlocking firmness.

[0045] In use, corresponding position marks can be pasted on multiple wiring ports 8 to facilitate wiring identification; in this application, the first magnetic block 17 and the second magnetic block 18 are both located in the mounting groove 16 and are arranged parallel to the mounting groove 16; the conductor 15 described in this application is an H59 conductor;

[0046] The installation method and components used in this application are conventional technologies and components, and are well-known in the field. Therefore, this application does not elaborate on the specific method of installing the wires and the required components.

[0047] The implementation principle of a branch terminal in this application embodiment is as follows: In use, adjacent boxes 1 are spliced ​​together. At this time, the corresponding snap-fit ​​plate 6 and protrusion 7 are inserted into the corresponding snap-fit ​​groove 11 and recess 12 to complete the interlocking operation. The first mounting base 2, the second mounting base 3 and the guide rail slot 4 can be selected for installation according to the requirements. The side insertion plate 9, the side insertion opening 10 and the connecting plate 13 are used for external insertion and installation, which can realize the function of quick positioning and installation, and facilitate subsequent disassembly, replacement and maintenance. Therefore, the convenience and flexibility of the branch terminal in use can be further improved.

[0048] When interlocking is in progress, when the snap plate 6 is inserted into the snap slot 11, it can be further attracted and connected by the first magnetic block 17 and the second magnetic block 18, thereby further improving the stability and firmness of the interlocking.

[0049] Furthermore, by pulling the pull plate 21 outward, the insertion post 24 will move and the spring 25 will be compressed. At this time, the snap-fit ​​plate 6 and the snap-fit ​​groove 11 can be spliced ​​and assembled. When the splicing is completed, the mounting plate 19 connected to the snap-fit ​​plate 6 will be inserted into the mounting groove 16. Then, the pull plate 21 is released, and the spring 25 will drive the insertion post 24 to automatically reset, so that the insertion post 24 is inserted into the insertion hole 22 on the mounting plate 19, thereby completing the fixed position and further improving the interlocking firmness. This application adopts two different reinforcement methods, which can be selected according to the usage requirements to improve the adaptability during installation and use.

[0050] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A branch terminal, comprising a housing (1), characterized in that: The box (1) is provided with an installation mechanism, which includes a positioning component and a snap-fit ​​component; The positioning component includes a first mounting base (2) and a second mounting base (3) fixedly installed on both sides of the box body (1). The box body (1) is provided with a conductor (15). The outer side of the box body (1) is provided with a side insertion opening (10). The side insertion opening (10) is provided with a connecting plate (13). The outer side of the connecting plate (13) is fixedly installed with a side insertion plate (9). The connecting plate (13) and the conductor (15) are both provided with threaded holes (14) for installation with external bolts. The snap-fit ​​assembly includes a snap-fit ​​plate (6) and a protrusion (7) fixedly installed on one side of the housing (1). The other side of the housing (1) is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove (11) adapted to the snap-fit ​​plate (6) and a groove (12) adapted to the protrusion (7).

2. A branch terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box (1) is hinged to a flip cover (5), and the top of the box (1) is provided with multiple corresponding wiring ports (8).

3. A branch terminal according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the box (1) is provided with a guide rail slot (4).

4. A branch terminal according to claim 3, characterized in that: The shapes of the snap-fit ​​groove (11) and the snap-fit ​​plate (6) are both adapted to each other.

5. A branch terminal according to claim 4, characterized in that: The protrusion (7) is semi-circular.

6. A branch terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The snap-fit ​​groove (11) is provided with a reinforcement mechanism, which includes an installation groove (16) opened in the snap-fit ​​groove (11). A first magnetic block (17) is fixedly installed in the installation groove (16), and a second magnetic block (18) adapted to the first magnetic block (17) is fixedly installed on one side of the snap-fit ​​plate (6).

7. A branch terminal according to claim 6, characterized in that: The reinforcement mechanism also includes a mounting plate (19) that is slidably installed in the mounting groove (16). The side of the box body (1) is provided with a through groove (20) that is connected to the mounting groove (16). A fixing plate (23) is fixedly installed in the through groove (20). A plug (24) is slidably sleeved on the fixing plate (23). A pull plate (21) is fixedly installed on one end of the plug (24) near the outside. A spring (25) is sleeved on the plug (24). The two ends of the spring (25) are respectively fixedly installed on the side of the fixing plate (23) and the pull plate (21) that are close to each other. A socket (22) is provided on one side of the mounting plate (19). The plug (24) is located in the socket (22).

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