A connection mechanism and a test clamp

The connection mechanism and test terminal simplify relay calibration by facilitating easy wiring and protecting against contamination, enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy.

DE202024106963U1Active Publication Date: 2025-05-08HUANENG QINBEI POWER GENERATION CO LTD HENAN PROVINCE
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Application Number
DE202024106963
Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Utility models
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-01
Publication Date
2025-05-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-31

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing relay calibration methods require complex individual wiring for each relay, are cumbersome to operate due to screw-driven terminals, and expose replacement connections to contamination, affecting calibration accuracy.

Method used

A connection mechanism featuring a guide block with a glide groove, press arrangement, and snap module, along with a test terminal incorporating a spacer plate and protective element, to facilitate easy wiring and protect against contamination.

Benefits of technology

Enables simple and stable wiring connections while preventing contamination, ensuring accurate and efficient relay calibration.

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Abstract

A connection mechanism characterized in that it comprises: an insertion component (100) comprising a guide block (101), a replacement connection opening (102) fixedly connected to the top of the guide block (101), and a sliding groove (103) opening inside the guide block (101), a cavity (104) opening inside the guide block (101), a first circular hole (105) opening inside the guide block (101), a press assembly (106) that can be mounted inside the guide block (101), a snap assembly (107) that can be mounted on the outside of the guide block (101), a clamp assembly (108) that can be mounted on the outside of the snap assembly (107), a support assembly (109) that can be attached to the bottom of the guide block (101), and contact assemblies (110) that are attached to the outside of the guide block (101). can.
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Description

A connection mechanism and a test clampTechnical area

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of relay testing, in particular to a connection mechanism and a test terminal. Technology in the background

[0002] Electrical professionals need to calibrate a large number of relays during maintenance. The more relays of the same model, the more complex the calibration method, the more complex it becomes. Now, a general-purpose relay calibration and display device is being designed. The device features test terminals and relay connectors, making wiring convenient and solid. For the same type of relay, only one wiring is required for calibration, making it simple and convenient.

[0003] Based on this, the existing test terminal in the wiring requires a screwdriver to turn the screw to press the terminal, making the operation cumbersome and wasting a lot of manpower. In addition, there is a spare terminal on the test terminal, which is not often used in most calibration work. When not in use, the spare terminal is in a bare state, and it is easy to accumulate impurities at the connection point, which affects the calibration results. Content of the invention

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned problems or the state of the art resulting from the cumbersome wiring of the existing test terminals, the present utility model is proposed.

[0005] The purpose of the present utility model is therefore to provide a connecting mechanism.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the utility model provides the following technical solution: a connecting mechanism which includes, among other things: An insertion component comprising a guide block, a spare connection opening fixedly connected to the top of the guide block, and a sliding groove opened inside the guide block, a cavity opened inside the guide block, a first circular hole opened inside the guide block, a pressing assembly adapted to be mounted inside the guide block, attachable to the outside of the guide block, attachable to the outside of the snap assembly, attachable to the outside of the clamp assembly, attachable to the bottom of the guide block, attachable to the outside of the guide block, and attachable to the outside of the guide block, a contact assembly.

[0007] As a preferred option of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the pressing assembly comprises an extrusion column slidably connected within the guide block, a pressing plate fixedly connected to the top of the extrusion column, and a snap block slidably connected within the pressing plate.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the connecting mechanism of the utility model, the pressing assembly further comprises a limiting disk fixedly connected to the outside of the extrusion column and a spring arranged on the outside of the extrusion column; wherein the spring is arranged inside the cavity and the limiting disc is arranged inside the cavity.

[0009] As a preferred option of the connecting mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the clamp assembly includes a side plate attached to the outside of the guide block, a clamping groove opening in the inside of the side plate, and an insertion groove opening in the inside of the side plate, and a second circular hole opening in the inside of the side plate.

[0010] As a preferred option of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the clamp assembly comprises a base plate fixedly connected to the outer side of the side plate, a first arc groove opening in the inner side of the base plate, and a sliding plate slidably connected to the outer side of the side plate, a second arc groove opening in the inner side of the sliding plate, and a hump fixedly connected to the outer side of the sliding plate.

[0011] As a preferred option of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the support assembly comprises a first support plate fixedly connected to the outer side of the side plate, a vertical plate fixedly connected to the top of the first support plate, and a second support plate fixedly connected to the outer side of the vertical plate.

[0012] As a preferred option of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the contact assembly comprises an upper contact block slidably connected to the top of the guide block, an upper slider fixedly connected to the lower end of the upper contact block, and a threaded pin screwed into the upper contact block.

[0013] As a preferred option of the connection mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the contact assembly further comprises a lower contact block screwed to the outside of the threaded pin and a lower slide block fixedly connected to the top of the lower contact block.

[0014] Advantageous effect of the connection mechanism of the utility model: Through the mutual cooperation of the pressing component, the snap-in component, and the clamping component, it can be achieved that when there is no connection for wiring, the sliding plate is interlocked with the bottom plate to seal the second round hole, so that impurities cannot enter, thereby protecting the test terminal. When it is necessary to connect the wiring, simply slide the sliding plate, insert the wiring, and press the pressing plate. The wiring can be connected to the circuit. Easy to use, and the two arc grooves tighten the pressure, so that the wiring is more stable.

[0015] Considering that in actual use, there is also the problem that the replacement connector is exposed and prone to the accumulation of contaminants.

[0016] Therefore, a further object of the present utility model is to provide a test terminal.

[0017] To solve the above technical problem, the utility model also provides the following technical solution: a test terminal comprising the connection mechanism and a a spacer mechanism comprising a spacer plate provided on the outside of the side plate, a plug post fixedly connected to the outside of the spacer plate, and a protective element adapted to be attached to the outside of the side plate The plug-in post is adapted so that it can be mounted within the plug-in slot.

[0018] In a preferred embodiment of the test terminal of the utility model, the protective component comprises a cross slot opened within the partition wall and a cross plate slidably connected within the cross slot.

[0019] The advantageous effect of the test terminal of the utility model: By moving the cross plate within the cross slot and controlling whether the cross plate closes the spare connection opening or not, it can be realized that when wiring is required, the cross plate is moved without closing the spare connection opening, and when wiring is not required, the cross plate is moved to close the spare connection opening, thus achieving the effect of the protective device. Description of the attached drawings

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model, the accompanying drawings to be used in describing the embodiments are briefly presented below. It is obvious that the accompanying drawings in the following description are only some of the embodiments of the utility model, and those with ordinary knowledge in the field can obtain other accompanying drawings corresponding to these drawings without any creative work. Among them: Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic overall representation of the utility model. Fig. Figure 2 shows a schematic representation of the interior of the utility model. Fig. Figure 3 shows a schematic representation of the locking mechanism of the utility model. Fig. Figure 4 shows a schematic representation of the clamping device of the utility model. Fig. Figure 5 shows part of the flowchart of the utility model. Detailed description

[0021] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present utility model more obvious and understandable, the following description of the specific embodiment of the present utility model will be described in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the specification.

[0022] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to fully understand the present utility model, but the present utility model may be implemented in other ways other than those described herein, and those skilled in the art may similarly promote the present utility model without violating the spirit of the present utility model, and therefore the present utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein.

[0023] Second, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiments" referred to herein refers to specific features, structures, or characteristics that may be included in at least one embodiment of the utility model. The phrase "in one embodiment" in various places throughout this specification does not always refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments. Embodiment 1

[0024] In the Fig. 1 to 3 show a first embodiment of the utility model, which has a connecting mechanism: Insertion component 100 comprising a guide block 101, a replacement connection opening 102 fixedly connected to an upper end of the guide block 101, and a sliding groove 103 open inside the guide block 101, a cavity 104 open inside the guide block 101, a first circular hole 105 open inside the guide block 101, a press assembly 106 adapted to be mounted inside the guide block 101, a snap assembly 107 adapted to be mounted on the outside of the guide block 101, a clamp assembly 108 adapted to be mounted on the outside of the snap assembly 107, a support assembly 109 adapted to be mounted on the lower end of the guide block 101, and a contact assembly 110 adapted to be mounted on the outside of the guide block 101 can be mounted; The material of the guide block 101 is iron to facilitate electrical conductivity.

[0025] In particular, the press assembly 106 includes an extrusion post 106a slidably connected within the guide block 101, a press plate 106b fixedly connected to the top of the extrusion post 106a, and a snap block 106c slidably connected within the press plate 106b; The material of the snap block 106c is provided as a magnet. Further, the press assembly 106 includes a limiting disk 106d fixedly connected to the outside of the extrusion post 106a and a spring 106e attached to the outside of the extrusion post 106a; wherein the spring 106e is provided inside the cavity 104 and the limiting disk 106d is provided inside the cavity 104.

[0026] The snap assembly 107 includes a side plate 107a provided on the outside of the guide block 101, a snap slot 107b provided inside the side plate 107a, an insertion slot 107c provided inside the side plate 107a, and a second circular hole 107d provided inside the side plate 107a.

[0027] It should be noted that the general-purpose relay calibration and display device uses 10 pairs of normally open contacts and 10 pairs of normally closed contacts to detect and display the circuit. The number of contacts is sufficient to meet most of the calibration work and can be expanded according to actual use. The device can not only turn the contact on and off, but also detect the contact resistance. Through the switching function, the display circuit adopts red LED indicator light, easy to identify and clearly display. The power supply adopts 24V human body safety voltage, and the circuit is connected in series with 1A insurance, which can be cut off in time in case of short circuit.

[0028] In use, the wiring is inserted into the interior of the first circular hole 105 through the second circular hole 107d, and after the wiring is inserted into the end of the first circular hole 105, the pressing plate 106b is pressed until the snap block 106c is aligned with the snap slot 107b. During this operation, the limiting plate 106d compresses the spring 106e, and since the snap block 106c is set to be made of a magnet and the guide block 101 is set to be made of iron, the snap block 106c snaps into the snap slot 107b under the action of magnetism, and at this time, the extrusion post 106a firmly compresses the wiring, so that the wiring is secured so that it is in contact with the guide block 101 and forms a closed circuit.

[0029] When removing the wiring, the rod pulls the snap block 106c out of the snap slot 107b, and under the action of the restoring force of the spring 106e, the press assembly 106 is returned to the initial position so that the wiring can be removed.

[0030] In summary, by inserting the wiring into the inside of the guide block 101 and pressing the pressing plate 106b, the snap block 106c is snapped into the snap slot 107b, so that the extrusion post 106a tightly presses the wiring and forms a closed circuit with the guide block 101, and when it is necessary to disassemble it, it is only necessary to pull out the snap block 106c and take out the wiring, which is simple and convenient to use. Embodiment 2

[0031] With reference to the Fig. 2 to 4, a second embodiment of the utility model is shown, which differs from the previous embodiment in that it provides a special operating method of the clamping device.

[0032] Specifically, the clamp assembly 108 includes a base plate 108a fixedly connected to the outside of the side plate 107a, a first arcuate groove 108b opening inside the base plate 108a, and a sliding plate 108c slidably connected to the outside of the side plate 107a, a second arcuate groove 108d opening inside the sliding plate 108c, and a tab 108e fixedly connected to the outside of the sliding plate 108c; wherein the curved surfaces of the first arcuate groove 108b and the second arcuate groove 108d are formed as rubber materials to prevent damage to the wire and achieve a better clamping effect.

[0033] Furthermore, the support assembly 109 comprises a first support plate 109a which is fixedly connected to the outer side of the side plate 107a, a vertical plate 109b which is fixedly connected to the upper side of the first support plate 109a, and a second support plate 109c which is fixedly connected to the outer side of the vertical plate 109b.

[0034] Furthermore, the contact assembly 110 comprises an upper contact block 110a slidably connected to the top of the guide block 101, an upper slider 110b fixedly connected to the lower end of the upper contact block 110a, and a threaded pin 110c screwed into the upper contact block 110a.

[0035] More specifically, the contact assembly 110 further includes a lower contact block 110d that is screwed to the outside of the threaded pin 110c, and a lower slide block 110e that is fixedly connected to the top of the lower contact block 110d.

[0036] In use, before inserting the wiring, it is necessary to operate the tab 108e so that the slide plate 108c slides upward, so that the two arcuate grooves of the first arcuate groove 108b and the second arcuate groove 108d form a circular shape, allowing the wiring to pass through. And when the pressing plate 106b is pressed down to the point where the snap block 106c is inserted into the interior of the snap slot 107b, the lower end of the snap block 106c presses the tab 108e, causing the tab 108e to slightly press the slide plate 108c downward, causing the rubber material on the surface of the first arcuate groove 108b and the second arcuate groove 108d to tightly enclose the wiring, thereby achieving a more stable wiring clamping effect.

[0037] When it is necessary to remove the wires, the snap block 106c is pulled out so that after the press assembly 106 is reset, the snap block 106c no longer presses tightly on the tab 108e and the first arcuate groove 108b and the second arcuate groove 108d no longer tightly enclose the wires to facilitate the removal of the wires, and after the removal of the wires, the slide plate 108c is returned to the starting position under the action of gravity.

[0038] Furthermore, when the relay is detected, the distance between the upper contact block 110a and the lower contact block 110d can be controlled by rotating the sliding plate 108c. As the distance increases, the contact assembly 110 can be switched so that the contact assembly 110 is only connected at the junction with one of the guide blocks 101 and not at the junction with the other guide block 101, thereby breaking the circuit. It is also possible to switch the contact assembly 110 so that the contact assembly 110 contacts both guide blocks 101, thus opening the circuit.

[0039] In summary, the mutual cooperation of the press assembly 106, the snap assembly 107, and the clamp assembly 108 can achieve that when the wiring is not connected, the sliding plate 108c is intertwined with the base plate 108a, thereby sealing the second circular hole 107d so that no contaminants can enter, thereby protecting the test terminal.

[0040] When wiring is required, the wiring can be connected to the circuit by simply sliding the sliding plate 108c, inserting the wiring, and pressing the pressing plate 106b, which is easy to operate, and by using the two arc grooves to strengthen the pressure and make the wiring more stable. Embodiment 3

[0041] With reference to the Fig. 1, Fig. 2 and Fig.Figure 4 shows a third embodiment of the utility model, which differs from the previous embodiment in that the embodiment provides a test terminal with a connecting mechanism and a spacer mechanism 200. It includes a spacer 201 provided on the outside of the side plate 107a, an insertion post 202 fixedly connected to the outside of the spacer 201, and a protective element 203 that can be attached to the outside of the side plate 107a. wherein the insertion post 202 is adapted to be mounted inside the insertion slot 107c.

[0042] In particular, the protective element 203 comprises a transverse slot 203a opened within the spacer 201 and a transverse plate 203b slidably connected within the transverse slot 203a.

[0043] When it is not necessary to connect the spare connection opening 102 during use, simply slide the cross plate 203b into the cross slot 203a at the top of the spare connection opening 102, thereby closing the spare connection opening 102 to prevent contaminants from entering the spare connection opening 102 and to protect the device. When wiring is required, simply slide the cross plate 203b so that the cross plate 203b no longer closes the spare connection opening 102, and wiring can be performed normally.

[0044] In summary, by sliding the cross plate 203b to move within the cross slot 203a and controlling whether the cross plate 203b closes the spare connection opening 102 or not, it can be realized that when wiring is required, the cross plate 203b is moved so that the spare connection opening 102 is not closed, and when wiring is not required, the cross plate 203b is moved so that the spare connection opening 102 is closed to achieve the effect of protecting the device.

[0045] It should be understood that the constructions and arrangements of this application, which are shown in a number of different exemplary embodiments, are for illustrative purposes only. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who refer to this disclosure should readily recognize that many adaptations are possible without materially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in the application. (e.g., the size, timing bar, structure, shape, and proportions of the various elements, as well as the parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, changes in color, orientation, etc.).For example, an element shown as being in one piece may be comprised of multiple parts or elements, the position of the elements may be reversed or otherwise altered, and the type, number, or location of individual elements may be altered or changed. Accordingly, all such adaptations are intended to be within the scope of the present invention. The order or sequence of process or method steps may be altered or rearranged according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structures described herein that perform the recited functions and are not only structurally equivalent, but also constitute equivalent structures.Other substitutions, modifications, changes, and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the present invention is not limited to specific embodiments, but extends to a variety of adaptations that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0046] Furthermore, in the interest of concisely describing exemplary embodiments, it is possible not to describe all features of the actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the currently contemplated best mode of carrying out the present utility model, or those features that are not relevant to the realization of the present utility model).

[0047] It goes without saying that during the development of a practical implementation, such as in an engineering or design project, a large number of implementation-specific decisions may be made. Such development efforts can be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art familiar with this disclosure, these development efforts become a routine exercise in design, manufacturing, and production without extensive experimentation.

[0048] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only illustrative of the technical solution of the utility model and are not limiting. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, a person with ordinary knowledge in the field of technology should understand that the technical solutions of the utility model can be equivalently modified or replaced without deviating from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the utility model, which should be covered by the scope of the claims of the utility model.

Claims

[1] A connecting mechanism, characterized by that it includes: an insertion component (100) comprising a guide block (101), a replacement connection opening (102) fixedly connected to the top of the guide block (101), and a sliding groove (103) opening inside the guide block (101), a cavity (104) opening inside the guide block (101), a first circular hole (105) opening inside the guide block (101), a press assembly (106) mountable inside the guide block (101), a snap assembly (107) mountable on the outside of the guide block (101), a clamp assembly (108) mountable on the outside of the snap assembly (107), a support assembly (109) mountable on the bottom end of the guide block (101), a contact assembly (110) mountable on the outside of the guide block (101) can be attached. [2] A connecting mechanism according to claim 1, characterized by that the press assembly (106) comprises an extrusion post (106a) slidably connected within the guide block (101), a press plate (106b) fixedly connected to the top of the extrusion post (106a), and a snap block (106c) slidably connected within the press plate (106b). [3] A connecting mechanism according to claim 2, characterized by that the press assembly (106) further comprises a limiting disc (106d) fixedly connected to the outside of the extrusion post (106a) and a spring (106e) attached to the outside of the extrusion post (106a); wherein the spring (106e) is provided inside the cavity (104) and the limiting disc (106d) is provided inside the cavity (104). [4] A connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized bythat the snap assembly (107) comprises a side plate (107a) provided on the outside of the guide block (101), a snap slot (107b) opening inside the side plate (107a) and an insertion slot (107c) opening inside the side plate (107a), a second circular hole (107d) opening inside the side plate (107a). [5] A connecting mechanism according to claim 4, characterized by that the clamping assembly (108) comprises a base plate (108a) which is fixedly connected to the outside of the side plate (107a), a first arcuate groove (108b) which opens inside the base plate (108a) and a sliding plate (108c) which is slidably attached to the outside of the side plate (107a), a second arcuate groove (108d) which opens inside the sliding plate (108c), a tab (108e) which is fixedly attached to the outside of the sliding plate (108c). [6] A connecting mechanism according to claim 5, characterized bythat the support assembly (109) comprises a first support plate (109a) which is fixedly connected to the outside of the side plate (107a), a vertical plate (109b) which is fixedly connected to the top of the first support plate (109a), and a second support plate (109c) which is fixedly connected to the outside of the vertical plate (109b). [7] A connecting mechanism according to claim 5 or 6, characterized by that the contact assembly (110) comprises an upper contact block (110a) which is slidably connected to the upper side of the guide block (101), an upper slider (110b) which is fixedly connected to the lower end of the upper contact block (110a), and a threaded pin (110c) which is screwed into the upper contact block (110a). [8] A connecting mechanism according to claim 7, characterized bythat the contact arrangement (110) further comprises a lower contact block (110d) which is provided with a thread on the outside of the threaded pin (110c), and a lower sliding block (110e) which is fixedly connected to the upper side of the lower contact block (110d). [9] A test terminal, characterized by that it comprises the connecting mechanism described in any one of claims 4 to 8, and a A spacer mechanism (200) comprising a spacer (201) provided on the outside of the side plate (107a), an insertion post (202) fixedly connected to the outside of the spacer (201), and a protective member (203) adapted to be attached to the outside of the side plate (107a); wherein the insertion post (202) is adapted to be mounted within the insertion slot (107c). [10] A test terminal according to claim 9, characterized bythat the protective element (203) comprises a transverse slot (203a) opening within the partition wall (201) and a transverse plate (203b) slidably connected within the transverse slot (203a).