Panel, distribution frame and fiber optic box

Abstract

A panel, characterized in that it comprises a panel body (100) and a label positioning piece (200), wherein the panel body (100) comprises a first surface (1a) and a second surface (1b) in its thickness direction, wherein the panel body (100) is provided with a first groove (11) along its thickness direction, which extends from the first surface (1a), wherein the first groove (11) comprises a first region (111) and a second region (112) arranged in a width direction of the panel body (100), wherein the first region (111) is provided with a plurality of openings (12) along the thickness direction, which pass through the panel body (100) and are evenly arranged along a length direction of the panel body (100), wherein a part of the label positioning piece (200) is insertable into the second region (112) and can cover the second region (112), and wherein the openings (12) directly adjacent to the label positioning piece (200).

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present utility model relates to the field of network distribution frames, in particular to a panel, a distribution frame and a fiber optic box. STATE OF THE ART

[0002] With the continuous development of science and technology, there are increasingly more types of electronic devices that require the connection of various cables. These increasing numbers of cables not only impair aesthetics but also sometimes pose a safety risk. Therefore, distribution frames specifically designed for cabling emerged, in which various cables are collected and then distributed to various electronic devices. The distribution frame typically includes a panel with openings corresponding to the sockets on network modules mounted within the distribution frame.

[0003] However, there are different cable shapes and therefore also different network modules. In the prior art, for example, as described in documents CN215953928U and CN206100349U, openings are typically made in the panel directly along the thickness direction to accommodate the front ends of different network modules. However, such an opening structure can only be adapted to the corresponding network module and cannot meet customers' needs for freely arranging and installing various network modules or optical adapters. Since some distribution frames have hinged label positioning pieces through which labels are visible, the existing opening structure simultaneously hinders the folding of the label positioning pieces, thus making label insertion difficult. CONTENT OF THE PRESENT UTILITY MODEL

[0004] To remedy the above-mentioned deficiencies, the object of the present utility model is to provide a panel, a distribution frame, and a fiber optic box. The panel forms a stepped structure that fully utilizes the space in thickness, can cooperate with various plug-in modules, and thus improves universality; at the same time, space is created for the label positioning piece to facilitate the folding of the label positioning piece.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the present utility model uses the following solutions: A panel comprising a panel body and a label positioning piece, wherein the panel body comprises a first surface and a second surface in its thickness direction, wherein the panel body is provided with a first groove along its thickness direction which starts from the first surface, wherein the first groove comprises a first region and a second region which are arranged in a width direction of the panel body, wherein the first region is provided with a plurality of openings along the thickness direction which pass through the panel body and are uniformly arranged along a length direction of the panel body, wherein a part of the label positioning piece is insertable into the second region and can cover the second region, and wherein the openings are immediately adjacent to the label positioning piece. The advantageous effects of the present utility model are:

[0006] The first surface and a groove bottom of the first groove form a stepped structure, allowing more space between the opening and the first surface and fully utilizing the space of the panel body in the thickness direction. A wiring module with a stepped end can also be installed. At the same time, the stepped structure also provides sufficient space for the dustproof door of the wiring module, allowing various wiring modules to be freely mounted on the panel body, improving the versatility of the distribution frame without adding additional space and structure.

[0007] The provision of the first groove creates space for the label positioning piece and reduces the final thickness of the panel. At the same time, the opening and the label positioning piece, which are immediately adjacent to each other, are located in the first groove, reducing unnecessary gaps and fully utilizing the space in the width direction of the panel body, allowing such a panel to be mounted in a small space.

[0008] Furthermore, it is provided that a first elevation extends between two adjacent openings along a groove base of the first region in the direction of the first surface, wherein a front end surface of the first elevation, which is far from the groove base of the first region, is arranged between the groove base and the first surface in the thickness direction, or wherein the front end surface of the first elevation is flush with the first surface. The provision of the first elevation increases the strength of the panel body.

[0009] Furthermore, the second surface surrounding the opening abuts one end of a wiring module, wherein a socket is provided at the end of the wiring module, wherein the area of ​​the opening is not smaller than the area of ​​the socket. The second surface is used to limit the position of the wiring module while ensuring that the socket can fully release the buckle to facilitate the insertion of a cable.

[0010] It is further provided that the label positioning piece is hinged to the panel body, wherein the first surface is provided with a hinge portion at a boundary point between the first region and the second region, wherein the label positioning piece is detachably connected to a label, wherein the label positioning piece is not easily lost due to its hinged nature and is easy to operate.

[0011] The label positioning piece comprises a positioning piece body, wherein a projection is provided on the positioning piece body, and a slot is provided on the panel body, into which the projection is engaged and which communicates with the second region. By providing the projection and the slot, the label positioning piece can be limited in a first position fixed to the panel body, thereby preventing the label positioning piece from pivoting due to incorrect operation.

[0012] Further, the positioning piece body includes an inner side surface and an outer side surface arranged along its thickness direction, the outer side surface being a circular arc-shaped structure that protrudes outward. At this time, the positioning piece body forms a convex mirror that can magnify the label for easy display.

[0013] Furthermore, positioning blocks are attached to the inner side surface, which are provided in pairs, wherein a pair of positioning blocks is arranged symmetrically in the length direction of the positioning piece body, wherein an insertion groove for placing a label is formed between the positioning block and the inner side surface, wherein the insertion groove forms openings at both ends of the positioning piece body in the width direction. The fact that the insertion groove is used for placing a label enables quick disassembly of the label and the label positioning piece.

[0014] Furthermore, it is provided that the label positioning piece further comprises a second protrusion which is fastened to the positioning piece body and protrudes from the positioning piece body along its thickness direction, wherein a first notch is provided at a position of the positioning piece body corresponding to the second protrusion, wherein a second notch is provided at a position of the second region corresponding to the second protrusion, and wherein the first notch and the second notch can be connected to one another to form an escape space. By providing the second protrusion, force can easily be exerted on the label positioning piece with a single finger; and the escape space cooperating therewith provides a place for inserting the finger when the protrusion is snapped into the slot.

[0015] It is further provided that a plurality of the first grooves are provided in the width direction of the panel body.

[0016] The present utility model further discloses a distribution frame comprising the above-described panel and a wiring module. The wiring module is a network module or a fiber optic adapter. The distribution frame can be adapted to various types of wiring modules for connecting different cables.

[0017] The present utility model also discloses a fiber optic box comprising the panel described above. SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING Fig. 1 shows a schematic perspective structural view of a panel in an embodiment of the present utility model; Fig. 2 shows a schematic perspective structural view of a panel body in an embodiment of the present utility model; Fig. 3 shows a sectional view of the panel body along the width direction in an embodiment of the present utility model; Fig. 4 shows a schematic perspective structural view of the panel body in an embodiment of the present utility model from a further angle; Fig. 5 shows a schematic perspective structural view of a label positioning piece in an embodiment of the present utility model; Fig. 6 shows a schematic perspective structural view of the label positioning piece in an embodiment of the present utility model from a further angle; Fig. 7 shows a schematic perspective structural view of a panel in another embodiment of the present utility model; Fig. 8 shows a schematic view of a panel and a wiring module in an embodiment of the present utility model connected to each other; and Fig. 9 shows a schematic view of a fiber optic box in an embodiment of the present utility model. List of reference symbols: 100. Panel body; 1a. first surface; 1b. second surface; 11. first groove; 11a. groove bottom; 111. first region; 112. second region; 1121. slot; 1122. second notch; 1123. escape groove; 12. opening; 13. first elevation; 131. front end surface; 14. joint section; 200. Label positioning piece; 21. Positioning piece body; 211. inner side surface; 212. outer side surface; 213. first notch; 22. Projection; 23. Positioning block; 24. Second protrusion; 25. Link rod; 301. Network module; 302. Fiber optic adapter. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings to facilitate the understanding of the advantages and features of the present utility model by those skilled in the art. This more clearly defines the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0019] In each figure, the X direction, the Y direction and the Z direction represent three directions perpendicular to each other, where the X direction is the length direction of a panel body 100, the Y direction is the width direction of the panel body 100 and the Z direction is the thickness direction of the panel body 100.

[0020] A panel according to the present utility model as described in Fig. 2 and Fig. 4, comprises a panel body 100, the panel body 100 including a first surface 1a and a second surface 1b, the first surface 1a and the second surface 1b being two surfaces in the thickness direction of the panel body 100. When the panel body 100 and other components are assembled into a distribution frame, the first surface 1a represents a surface facing the outside of the distribution frame.The panel body 100 is provided with a first groove 11 extending from the first surface 1a along the thickness direction of the panel body 100, the first groove 11 comprising a groove bottom 11a, the first groove 11 being divided along the width direction into a first region 111 and a second region 112, the first region 111 being provided with a plurality of openings 12 extending from the groove bottom 11a along the thickness direction of the panel body 100 and passing through the panel body 100, the plurality of openings 12 being spaced apart from one another and evenly arranged along the length direction of the panel body 100.

[0021] Compared to the prior art structure in which an opening 12 is provided directly from the first surface 1a, in the present embodiment, as shown in Fig. 3, a stepped structure is formed by the first surface 1a and the groove base 11a, with more space being left between the opening 12 and the first surface 1a, whereby a network module 301 or a fiber optic adapter 302 can now be connected to the panel body 100. With reference to Fig. 3 and Fig. 8, the network module 301 can be connected to the panel body 100 if its end is a flat surface, with a portion of this end abutting the second surface 1b surrounding the opening 12. Even if one end of the fiber optic adapter 302 has a stepped structure, it can still be connected to the panel body 100 due to the space between the opening 12 and a front end surface 131, with a portion of this end abutting the second surface 1b surrounding the opening 12, with the portion of the end extending into the first groove 11 but not protruding beyond the first surface 1a. Fiber optic adapters 302 with different ends can also be connected to the panel body 100. The network module 301 and the fiber optic adapter 302, whose ends have different structures, can be connected to the panel body 100 to enable the insertion of different cables.At the same time, if the network module 301 is equipped with a dustproof door, the space between the first surface 1a and the groove bottom 11a is also well suited for inserting a finger to open the dustproof door.

[0022] On some panels, labels must be attached to identify the network module 301 at each opening 12. Therefore, with reference to Fig. 1 further includes a label positioning piece 200, wherein the opening 12 located in the same first groove 11 corresponds to the same label positioning piece 200, wherein a part of the label positioning piece 200 is insertable into the second region 112 and can cover the second region 112. The opening 12 is directly adjacent to the label positioning piece 200. "Directly adjacent" is understood to mean that a distance between two adjacent edges of the opening 12 and the label positioning piece 200 is not greater than 1.5 mm. Now, the first region and the second region are not separated, and the space in the width direction of the panel body is fully utilized to reduce unnecessary clearances. Even if the width of the panel body 100 is very small, the label positioning piece 200 and the plug-in module can be mounted simultaneously.At the same time, the provision of the first groove 11 can create a space for the label positioning piece 200, thereby reducing the space occupied by the panel in the thickness direction.

[0023] In the present embodiment, since the space of the panel body 100 in the thickness direction is fully utilized, it is possible to mount various network modules 301 and fiber optic adapters 302, especially a network module 301 with a dustproof door, thereby facilitating finger operation. In a panel with a label positioning piece 200, the first groove is arranged to create space for the label positioning piece 200, thereby reducing the final thickness of the panel. At the same time, the opening and the label positioning piece are closely adjacent to each other, thereby reducing unnecessary gaps and fully utilizing the space in the width direction of the panel body 100. Various network modules 301 and fiber optic adapters 302 can be freely mounted on the panel body 100, thereby improving the universality of the distribution frame.

[0024] A first protrusion 13 extends between two adjacent openings 12 along a groove bottom 11a toward the first surface 1a, with a front end surface 131 of the first protrusion 13, which is far from the groove bottom 11a, not protruding from the first surface 1a. That is, the first protrusion 13 does not protrude from the first groove 11, and in the thickness direction of the panel body 100, the front end surface 131 is located between the first surface 1a and the groove bottom 11a.

[0025] By providing the first elevation 13, the strength of the panel body 100 is increased.

[0026] Since the first surface 1a and the front end surface 131 are not on the same vertical plane, a gap is formed between the first surface 1a and the front end surface 131. This gap provides space for the label positioning piece 200. When the label positioning piece 200 is folded upward, the gap between the first surface 1a and the front end surface 131 is sufficient to fold the label positioning piece 200 by more than 90°, thus facilitating the insertion of the label into the label positioning piece 200.

[0027] In one embodiment, the front end surface 131 is flush with the first surface 1a. A surface of the first elevation 13 facing the label positioning piece 200 can then assume a circular arc-shaped structure to create space for the pivoting of the label positioning piece 200.

[0028] At least one first groove 11 is provided along the width direction of the panel body 100.

[0029] For example, as in Fig. 2, a first groove 11 is provided, wherein six openings 12 are formed in the first groove 11. With reference to Fig. 7, two first grooves 11 are provided, wherein the two first grooves 11 are arranged side by side in the width direction of the panel body 100, wherein six openings 12 are formed in each of the first grooves 11, wherein the openings 12 in the two first grooves 11 are aligned in the width direction. Of course, the openings 12 in the two first grooves 11 can also be offset in the width direction in one exemplary embodiment. The number and positions of the first grooves 11 and the openings 12 can be flexibly determined depending on the actual application.

[0030] The shape of the opening 12 is similar to the shape of the socket of the network module 301. Since the socket is a stepped structure, as in Fig. 2, a side wall of the opening 12 extending along the length direction of the panel body 100 also adopts a stepped structure; however, the area of ​​the opening 12 must be greater than or equal to the area of ​​the socket so that the socket is fully exposed for easy cable insertion. However, the opening 12 must be smaller than the end of the network module 301, so that the end of the network module 301 does not completely pass through the opening 12, and a part of the end of the network module 301 abuts the second surface 1b to limit the position of the network module 301.

[0031] Of course, the shape of the opening 12 can also be square.

[0032] In one embodiment, the label positioning piece 200 is hinged to the panel body 100, wherein the label positioning piece 200 can be pivoted up and down and secured to the panel body 100 by locking it so that it is held in the first position. A label can be inserted into the label positioning piece 200. The label positioning piece 200 is made of a transparent material through which the label is visible.

[0033] In the present embodiment, the label positioning piece 200 and the panel body 100 are hinged, which facilitates opening the label positioning piece 200 for changing and attaching the label. At the same time, the likelihood of the label positioning piece 200 being lost is lower with a hinged connection than with the conventional method of pulling out the label positioning piece 200.

[0034] With reference to Fig. 5 and Fig. 6, the label positioning piece 200 comprises a positioning piece body 21 and a connecting portion, wherein the connecting portion comprises a hinge rod 25 located at both ends of the positioning piece body in the length direction of the panel body 100, wherein a hinge portion 14 extends from the first surface 1a to the outside away from a first groove bottom, wherein the hinge portion 14 is arranged at a position where the first region 111 and the second region 112 are adjacent to each other, wherein the hinge rod 25 is inserted into the hinge portion 14 and can be rotated about the hinge portion 14 to enable the pivoting of the label positioning piece 200.

[0035] A projection 22 is provided on the positioning piece body 21, and a slot 1121 is provided on the panel body 100, into which the projection 22 is engaged, the slot 1121 communicating with the second portion 112. When the projection 22 is engaged with the slot 1121, the label positioning piece 200 reaches the first position. At this time, both the label positioning piece 200 and the label extend parallel to the panel body 100. Now, a part of the positioning piece body 21 is inserted into the second portion 112. Since the shape and size of the positioning piece body 21 are substantially identical to the shape and size of the second portion 112, the positioning piece body 21 covers the second portion 112 at the first position and can also perform a dustproof function.

[0036] With reference to Fig. 5 and Fig. 6, the positioning piece body 21 includes an inner side surface 211 and an outer side surface 212 arranged along the thickness direction. When the label positioning piece 200 is located at the first position, the outer side surface 212 faces the outside of the manifold frame. Positioning blocks 23 are fixed to the inner side surface 211 and are provided in pairs. A pair of positioning blocks 23 is arranged symmetrically in the length direction. The positioning block 23 is L-shaped. An insertion groove for placing a label is formed between the positioning block and the inner side surface 211. The insertion groove forms openings 12 at both ends of the positioning piece body 21 in the width direction.

[0037] In the present embodiment, a label is attached through an insertion groove formed by providing the positioning blocks 23, and the label is inserted from the opening 12. When a label needs to be inserted, an external force is applied to disengage the projection 22 from the slot 1121, pivoting the positioning piece body 21 to a position perpendicular to the panel body 100. At this time, an opening 12 faces an outside away from the panel body 100, and a label can be inserted horizontally through the opening 12.

[0038] With reference to Fig. 2 and Fig. 3, in one embodiment, the second region 112 is further provided with an escape groove 1123 communicating therewith, wherein the escape groove 1123 corresponds to the positioning block 23 and escapes from the positioning block 23. When the label positioning piece 200 is in the first position, the vertical distance between the groove bottom of the second region 112 and the inner side surface 211 is smaller than the length of the positioning block 23 in the thickness direction, since the positioning block 23 protrudes from the inner side surface 211 in the thickness direction. Therefore, an escape groove 1123 is provided to create space for the positioning block 23 and to prevent the label positioning piece 200 from being unable to be folded into the first position due to the limitation of the groove bottom of the second region 112.

[0039] The escape groove 1123 is a groove provided along the thickness direction from the groove bottom of the second region 112 toward the second surface 1b. The escape groove 1123 can pass through the panel body 100.

[0040] In one embodiment, the outer side surface 212 is a circular arc-shaped structure that protrudes outward, while the inner side surface 211 is a flat surface. At this time, the positioning piece body 21 forms a convex mirror that can magnify the label for easy display.

[0041] With reference to Fig. 5, the label positioning piece 200 includes a second protrusion 24 extending from the outer side surface 212 to a side far from the inner side surface 211 to facilitate one-handed operation for pivoting the label positioning piece 200. A finger can be pressed on the second protrusion 24 to apply force to the label positioning piece 200. Two projections 22 are provided, which are arranged symmetrically in the length direction on both sides of the second protrusion 24. In this way, the force exerted by the second protrusion 24 on the projection 22 is uniform, so that the projection 22 can be quickly released from the slot 1121.

[0042] In one embodiment, the second protrusion 24 is L-shaped, the second protrusion 24 including a horizontal portion and a vertical portion, the horizontal portion being fixed to the second surface 1b and extending along the thickness direction of the positioning piece body 21, and the vertical portion being fixed to a side of the horizontal portion far from the outer side surface 212 and extending along the width direction of the positioning piece body 21. At this time, the finger can be inserted into the space between the vertical portion and the horizontal portion, which is convenient for positioning the finger.

[0043] In one embodiment, to facilitate finger operation, a first notch 213 is provided at a position of the positioning piece body 21 corresponding to the second elevation 24, and a second notch 1122 is provided at a position of the second region 112 corresponding to the second elevation 24, which extends along the side wall of the second region in the direction farther from the first region 111. When the label positioning piece 200 is in the first position, as shown in Fig. 1, the first notch 213 and the second notch 1122 are connected to each other to form an escape space into which a finger can be inserted.

[0044] In one embodiment, the groove bottom 11a of the first groove 11 is a stepped structure, and in the thickness direction of the panel body 100, the groove bottom of the second region 112 is located between the groove bottom of the first region 111 and the first surface 1a. Since the label positioning piece 200 does not require too much space, forming the groove bottom 11a of the first groove 11 as a step not only satisfies the space requirement but also increases the strength of the panel body 100.

[0045] In one embodiment, a groove corresponding to the first elevation 13 is provided from the second surface 1b along the thickness direction toward the first surface 1a. The provision of the groove saves material and costs without compromising the function of the panel.

[0046] In one embodiment, the present utility model further discloses a distribution frame which, with reference to Fig. 8 comprises the panel described above and a housing which is fastened to the panel, wherein the housing and the panel form a cavity in which a wiring module corresponding to the opening 12 is fastened, wherein a socket corresponding to the opening 12 is provided on the wiring module, which socket serves to connect a cable.

[0047] The wiring module is a network module 301 or a fiber optic adapter 302. Now, the panel of the distribution frame makes full use of the space in its thickness direction and can be expanded to simultaneously mount the network module 301 and the fiber optic adapter 302 for plugging in various cables, so that the application is more extensive and the universality is improved.

[0048] As in Fig. As shown in Figure 9, in one embodiment, the present utility model discloses a fiber optic box comprising the panel described above.

[0049] The above embodiments serve only to illustrate the technical concept and features of the present utility model and are intended to enable a person skilled in the art to understand and implement the contents of the present utility model, but cannot limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Any equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit of the present utility model should be covered by the scope of protection of the present utility model. QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents submitted by the applicant was generated automatically and is included solely for the convenience of the reader. This list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA assumes no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] CN 215953928U

[0003] CN 206100349U

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Claims

[1] Panel, characterized by that it comprises a panel body (100) and a label positioning piece (200), wherein the panel body (100) comprises a first surface (1a) and a second surface (1b) in its thickness direction, wherein the panel body (100) is provided with a first groove (11) along its thickness direction, which extends from the first surface (1a), wherein the first groove (11) comprises a first region (111) and a second region (112) arranged in a width direction of the panel body (100), wherein the first region (111) is provided with a plurality of openings (12) along the thickness direction, which pass through the panel body (100) and are evenly arranged along a length direction of the panel body (100), wherein a part of the label positioning piece (200) is insertable into the second region (112) and can cover the second region (112), and wherein the openings (12) directly adjacent to the label positioning piece (200). [2] Panel according to claim 1, characterized by in that a first elevation (13) extends between two adjacent openings (12) along a groove base (11a) of the first region (111) in the direction of the first surface (1a), wherein a front end surface (131) of the first elevation (13), which is far away from the groove base (11a) of the first region (111), is arranged in the thickness direction between the groove base (11a) and the first surface (1a) or wherein the front end surface (131) of the first elevation (13) is flush with the first surface (1a). [3] Panel according to claim 1, characterized by that the second surface (1b) surrounding the opening (12) rests against one end of a wiring module, wherein a socket is provided at the end of the wiring module, wherein the area of ​​the opening (12) is not smaller than the area of ​​the socket. [4] Panel according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized bythat the label positioning piece (200) is hinged to the panel body (100), wherein the first surface (1a) is provided with a hinge portion at a boundary point between the first region (111) and the second region (112), wherein the label positioning piece (200) is detachably connected to a label; wherein the label positioning piece (200) comprises a positioning piece body (21), wherein a projection (22) is provided on the positioning piece body (21), wherein a slot (1121) is provided on the panel body (100), into which slot the projection (22) is engaged and which is connected to the second region (112). [5] The panel according to claim 4, wherein the positioning piece body (21) comprises an outer side surface (212) arranged along its thickness direction, the outer side surface (212) being a circular arc-shaped structure projecting outward. [6] Panel according to claim 4, characterized byin that the positioning piece body (21) further comprises an inner side surface (211), wherein positioning blocks (23) are attached to the inner side surface (211) and are provided in pairs, wherein a pair of the positioning blocks (23) are arranged symmetrically in the length direction of the positioning piece body (21), wherein an insertion groove for placing a label is formed between the positioning block (23) and the inner side surface (211), wherein the insertion groove forms openings (12) at both ends of the positioning piece body (21) in the width direction. [7] Panel according to claim 4, characterized byin that the label positioning piece (200) further comprises a second protrusion (24) which is fixed to the positioning piece body (21) and protrudes from the positioning piece body (21) along its thickness direction, wherein a first notch (213) is provided at a position of the positioning piece body (21) corresponding to the second protrusion (24), wherein a second notch (1122) is provided at a position of the second region (112) corresponding to the second protrusion (24), and wherein the first notch (213) and the second notch (1122) can be connected to one another to form an escape space. [8] Panel according to claim 1, characterized by that a plurality of first grooves (11) are provided in the width direction of the panel body (100). [9] Distribution frame, characterized bythat the distribution frame comprises the panel according to one of claims 1 to 8 and a wiring module, wherein the wiring module is a network module (301) or a fiber optic adapter (302). [10] Fiber optic box, characterized by that the fiber optic box comprises the panel according to one of claims 1 to 8.

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