Crossing connector

Abstract

To provide a crossing connector that can improve workability. [Solution] The cross connector (1) for connecting a first rod-shaped body (91) and two second rod-shaped bodies (92) in a cross shape comprises a base member (3) which is attached to the first rod-shaped body (91) by fastening a single fastening member (6) and has two support bases (33), two holding members (4) which each hold the corresponding second rod-shaped bodies (92) between the support bases (33), and a pressing fixing member (5) which presses and fixes the holding members (4) between the support bases (33) when the fastening member (6) is fastened.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a cross connector.

Background Art

[0002] For example, indoor units of air conditioners, lighting fixtures, suspended equipment such as cable racks, etc. may be suspended from a structure such as a ceiling slab using a first rod-shaped body. In such a case, in order to suppress the swinging movement of the suspended equipment caused by an earthquake or the like, a second rod-shaped body is arranged in a crossing posture with respect to other first rod-shaped bodies located on both sides thereof from the first rod-shaped body, and these may be connected to each other for reinforcement. In this case, a cross connector for connecting the first rod-shaped body and the two second rod-shaped bodies in a crossed state is used.

[0003] An example of such a cross connector is disclosed in, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2018-003929 (Patent Document 1). The cross connector (anti-vibration fitting) of Patent Document 1 includes a base member (clamping body 1) that is attached to a first rod-shaped body (suspension bolt P) and has two support bases (flat portions of the outer clamping body 1A), and two holding members (oblique supports 3) that respectively hold corresponding second rod-shaped bodies (long bolts Q) between the support bases. Then, using two fastening members (connecting bolts 2), the base member is attached to the first rod-shaped body, and two second rod-shaped bodies are respectively held between the base member and the two holding members.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] However, the cross-connecting device described in Patent Document 1 requires fastening two fastening members at each location to connect the first rod-shaped body and the two second rod-shaped bodies, which poses a problem in that it takes a long time to install when there are many installation locations throughout the site.

[0006] There is a need for a cross-connecting device that can improve ease of installation. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The cross connector according to the present invention is A crossing connector that connects a first rod-shaped body and two second rod-shaped bodies in a crossing manner, A base member having two support bases and attached to the first rod-shaped body by fastening one fastening member, Two holding members, each holding the corresponding second rod-shaped body between the support base and the support base, The system includes a pressing and fixing member that presses and fixes the holding member between the fastening member and the support base when the fastening member is fastened.

[0008] With this configuration, when one fastening member is tightened to attach the base member to the first rod-shaped body, the pressing and fixing member is pressed toward the support base side of the base member, and the second rod-shaped body can also be held by the holding member that is pressed and fixed between the support base and the pressing and fixing member. In other words, the first rod-shaped body and the two second rod-shaped bodies can be connected by tightening only one fastening member. Therefore, the ease of installation can be improved.

[0009] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below. However, the scope of the present invention is not limited by the examples of preferred embodiments described below.

[0010] As one aspect, The base member is composed of a pair of divided bodies, each having the support base and cooperating with each other to hold the first rod-shaped body. Two of the aforementioned pressing and fixing members are provided to press and fix each of the two aforementioned holding members, It is preferable that the two pressing and fixing members and the pair of divided bodies are superimposed such that the two pressing and fixing members are positioned on both sides of the pair of divided bodies and fastened together by the fastening member.

[0011] With this configuration, by using a single fastening member and sandwiching a pair of divided bodies that make up the base member between two pressing and fixing members and fastening them together, the first rod-shaped body can be held between the pair of divided bodies, and two second rod-shaped bodies can be held between each divided body and the two holding members. Therefore, the first rod-shaped body and the two second rod-shaped bodies can be easily connected with a simple operation.

[0012] As one aspect, The base member comprises a base portion in which two support bases, a connecting portion connecting them, and a support portion for supporting the first rod-shaped body are integrally formed, and a locking portion that is pivotably connected to the base portion and engages with the first rod-shaped body from a direction different from the support portion. The pressing and fixing member is integrally formed to press and fix the two holding members together. Preferably, the fastening member penetrates the pressing and fixing member and is fastened to the connecting portion, and the tip of the fastening member presses the locking portion toward the first rod-shaped body.

[0013] With this configuration, when one fastening member is fastened to the connecting portion, the two holding members are pressed together via an integrated pressing and fixing member to hold the two second rod-shaped bodies respectively, and the tip of the fastening member presses the locking portion to hold the first rod-shaped body between the support portion and the locking portion. Therefore, the first rod-shaped body and the two second rod-shaped bodies can be easily connected while reducing the number of parts.

[0014] As one aspect, Preferably, the holding member has a housing portion for housing the second rod-shaped body, an engaging portion for engaging with an engaging portion formed on the support base, and a clamping portion that is sandwiched between the support base and the pressing and fixing member when the engaging portion and the engaging portion are engaged.

[0015] With this configuration, before fastening the fastening members, the engagement between the engaged portion and the engaging portion makes it easier to maintain a temporary assembly state between the base member and the holding member, making handling easier and further improving workability. Furthermore, after fastening the fastening members, the engagement between the engaged portion and the engaging portion increases the binding strength between the base member and the holding member, allowing the two second rod-shaped bodies to be firmly held.

[0016] As one aspect, It is preferable that the engaging portion and the clamped portion are located on the same side with respect to the housing portion.

[0017] With this configuration, before the fastening member is fastened (and therefore before it is pressed and fixed by the pressing and fixing member), the retaining member opens while the engaged portion and the engaging portion remain engaged, allowing the second rod-shaped body to be slid into the housing portion from the side. Therefore, the ease of installation can be further improved, including the preliminary operation required to hold the second rod-shaped body between the support base and the retaining member.

[0018] As one aspect, It is preferable that the engaging portion and the clamped portion are located on the opposite side from the housing portion.

[0019] With this configuration, after the fastening member is fastened (and consequently after it is pressed and fixed by the pressing and fixing member), the clamped portion on one side of the housing is clamped between the support base and the pressing and fixing member, and the engaged portion and the engaging portion engage on the other side. The fulcrum and the point of application are located on both sides of the housing, allowing the two second rod-shaped bodies to be firmly held.

[0020] As one aspect, The holding member has a housing portion for housing the second rod-shaped body and an engaging portion that engages with an engaged portion formed on the support base portion. The pressing and fixing member preferably presses the housing portion toward the support base portion in a state where the engaged portion and the engaging portion are engaged.

[0021] According to this configuration, before fastening the fastening member, it is easy to maintain the temporarily assembled state of the base member and the holding member by the engagement between the engaged portion and the engaging portion, and handling becomes easy, further improving the workability. Also, after fastening the fastening member, the pressing and fixing member can apply a pressing force to the second rod-shaped body from a position close thereto by pressing the housing portion, and furthermore, the binding property between the base member and the holding member is enhanced by the engagement between the engaged portion and the engaging portion. Therefore, the two second rod-shaped bodies can be firmly held respectively.

[0022] As one aspect, It is preferable that the support base portion and the holding member are pivotally connected by a rivet.

[0023] According to this configuration, before fastening the fastening member, the base member and the holding member can be handled together, further improving the workability.

[0024] As one aspect, It is preferable that the holding member and the pressing and fixing member are configured separately.

[0025] According to this configuration, before fastening the fastening member (and thus before pressing and fixing by the pressing and fixing member), the posture of the holding member with respect to the support base portion can be changed. Therefore, the first rod-shaped body and the second rod-shaped body can be connected at various angles.

[0026] As one aspect, It is preferable that the holding member and the pressing and fixing member are integrally formed.

[0027] With this configuration, when the angle between the first rod-shaped body and the second rod-shaped body is uniformly determined, the first rod-shaped body and the second rod-shaped body can be connected at that angle with a small number of parts.

[0028] Further features and advantages of the present invention will become clearer through the following description of exemplary and non-limiting embodiments, with reference to the drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0029] [Figure 1] Perspective view of the crossing connector of the first embodiment [Figure 2] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the first embodiment [Figure 3] Schematic diagram showing the installation procedure of the cross connector of the first embodiment. [Figure 4] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the second embodiment [Figure 5] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the third embodiment [Figure 6] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the fourth embodiment [Figure 7] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the fifth embodiment [Figure 8] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the sixth embodiment [Figure 9] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the seventh embodiment [Figure 10] Schematic diagram of the cross connector of the eighth embodiment [Figure 11] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the ninth embodiment [Figure 12] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the 10th embodiment [Figure 13] Schematic diagram of the crossing connector of the 11th embodiment [Figure 14] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 15] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 16] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 17] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 18] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 19] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 20] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 21] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 22] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Figure 23] Schematic diagram of a crossing connector in a different form. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0030] [First Embodiment] A first embodiment of the crossing connector will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in Figure 1, the crossing connector 1 of this embodiment is a device for connecting a first rod-shaped body 91 and two second rod-shaped bodies 92 in a crossed state.

[0031] The first rod-shaped body 91 may be, for example, a suspension bolt suspended from a structure such as a concrete ceiling slab or beam. Alternatively, the first rod-shaped body 91 (suspension bolt) may be used to suspend and support suspended equipment such as indoor units of air conditioning equipment, lighting fixtures, or cable racks. In this case, the first rod-shaped body 91 (suspension bolt) can be used to suspend and support the four corners of the suspended equipment.

[0032] The second rod-shaped body 92 may be a brace bolt that is diagonally stretched between adjacent first rod-shaped bodies 91. It is preferable that the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 (brace bolts) be positioned between adjacent first rod-shaped bodies 91 so as to intersect each other and intersect both first rod-shaped bodies 91 (suspension bolts).

[0033] The cross connector 1 connects the first rod-shaped body 91 (suspension bolt) to a total of two second rod-shaped bodies 92 (brace bolts) which are arranged in a crossing position to the other two first rod-shaped bodies 91 (suspension bolts) located on either side of it. The cross connector 1 connects the first rod-shaped body 91 (suspension bolt) and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 (brace bolts) which are arranged along directions that intersect each other.

[0034] As shown in Figure 1, the cross connector 1 of this embodiment comprises a base member 3, two holding members 4, two pressing and fixing members 5, and a fastening member 6. The base member 3, the two holding members 4, and the two pressing and fixing members 5 are connected to each other by a single fastening member 6. Each component constituting the cross connector 1 is preferably made of metal, and can be manufactured, for example, by press-forming a steel plate.

[0035] In this embodiment, the holding member 4 and the pressing and fixing member 5 are constructed as separate components, and their orientation can be changed before the fastening member 6 is fully tightened. In this embodiment, the orientation of the pressing and fixing member 5 relative to the base member 3 is substantially constant, and the holding member 4 is configured to be able to change its orientation relative to the base member 3 and the pressing and fixing member 5 before the fastening member 6 is fully tightened. With this configuration, the cross connector 1 of this embodiment can connect the first rod-shaped body 91 and the second rod-shaped body 92 at various angles.

[0036] In the following, the cross connector 1 of this embodiment will be described with reference to the schematic diagram shown in Figure 2. Note that in Figure 2, for ease of viewing, the holding member 4 is shown in a position where the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 are parallel to the first rod-shaped body 91. It should be noted that if the angle of the second rod-shaped bodies 92 is different, the position of the holding member 4 will change accordingly (see Figure 1).

[0037] The base member 3 is a member that is attached to the first rod-shaped body 91 by fastening a single fastening member 6. The base member 3 has two support bases 33. Here, the support bases 33 are the parts that support the holding member 4 for holding the second rod-shaped body 92. In this embodiment, the base member 3 is composed of a pair of divided parts 30, 30. Each of the pair of divided parts 30, 30 has a support base 33, so the base member 3 as a whole has a total of two support bases 33.

[0038] Each of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 is integrally formed by bending or curving a plate-shaped member, and as a whole, it is formed in a plate shape consisting of a combination of flat and curved portions. Furthermore, the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 in this embodiment are formed in a shape that is symmetrical with respect to each other. Each divided body 30 has an overlapping portion 31, a partial surrounding portion 32, and a support base portion 33.

[0039] The overlapping portion 31 is the part that is superimposed with the overlapping portion 31 of other divided parts 30. It is preferable that the overlapping portion 31 is formed flat so that it can be stably superimposed with the overlapping portion 31 of other divided parts 30. A through hole is formed in the overlapping portion 31, and the shaft portion of the fastening bolt 61 that constitutes the fastening member 6 is inserted through this through hole.

[0040] The partial enclosing portion 32 is formed continuously from the overlapping portion 31. The partial enclosing portion 32 is formed in a curved shape so as to partially enclose the first rod-shaped body 91. In this embodiment, the partial enclosing portion 32 is formed in a semi-cylindrical shape so as to enclose the first rod-shaped body 91 from the outer circumference for approximately half its circumference.

[0041] The support base 33 is formed continuously from the opposite side of the overlapping portion 31 from the partial surrounding portion 32. The support base 33 is a portion for supporting the holding member 4 for holding the second rod-shaped body 92. It is preferable that the support base 33 is formed flat so that it can stably support the holding member 4. It is also preferable that the support base 33 is integrated with the overlapping portion 31 such that the angle between them is 135°.

[0042] The pair of divided bodies 30, 30 that constitute the base member 3 are fastened together by a single fastening member 6 (in this embodiment, a fastening bolt 61 and a fastening nut 62) with their respective overlapping portions 31 superimposed. By fastening with this single fastening member 6, the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 hold the first rod-shaped body 91 by sandwiching it between their respective enclosing portions 32 along its axial direction, and cooperating with each other to hold the first rod-shaped body 91.

[0043] Furthermore, with the fastening member 6 fastened and the base member 3 attached to the first rod-shaped body 91, the two support bases 33 are positioned such that the angle between them is 90°. The two support bases 33 are each positioned parallel to the direction in which the corresponding second rod-shaped body 92 is installed.

[0044] In this embodiment, the support base 33 has an engaged portion 34 that engages with an engaging portion 42 formed on the holding member 4. The engaged portion 34 can be configured, for example, as an engagement hole that penetrates the support base 33. When the holding member 4 can be rotated relative to the support base 33, as in this embodiment, the engaged portion 34 can be configured, for example, as an arc-shaped engagement hole. In this embodiment, the engaged portion 34 is formed in the support base 33 at a position closer to the overlapping portion 31.

[0045] The holding member 4 holds the second rod-shaped body 92 between itself and the support base 33 of the base member 3. The two holding members 4 each hold the corresponding second rod-shaped body 92 between themselves and the corresponding support base 33 of the base member 3. The two holding members 4 are each integrally formed by bending or curving a plate-shaped member, and as a whole, they are formed in a plate shape consisting of a combination of flat and curved portions. Each holding member 4 has a housing portion 41, an engaging portion 42, and a clamped portion 43. In addition, the holding member 4 of this embodiment further has a guide portion 44.

[0046] The housing section 41 is the part that houses the second rod-shaped body 92. The housing section 41 is formed in a curved shape so as to partially surround the second rod-shaped body 92. In this embodiment, the housing section 41 is formed in a semi-cylindrical shape so as to surround the second rod-shaped body 92 from the outer circumference for slightly more than half a circumference. The housing section 41 cooperates with the support base 33 of the base member 3 to hold the second rod-shaped body 92.

[0047] The engaging portion 42 is the part that engages with the engaged portion 34 formed on the support base 33 of the base member 3. The engaging portion 42 can be formed, for example, by bending the end of the holding member 4 in a crank shape. By passing this crank-shaped bend through the engagement hole in the support base 33, the engaging portion 42 and the engaged portion 34 can be engaged. Furthermore, if the engaged portion 34 is an arc-shaped engagement hole, the orientation of the holding member 4 can be changed while maintaining the engagement state between the engaging portion 42 and the engaged portion 34.

[0048] The clamped portion 43 is the part that is sandwiched between the support base 33 and the pressing and fixing member 5. It is preferable that the clamped portion 43 is formed flat so that it can be stably sandwiched between the support base 33 and the pressing and fixing member 5. The clamped portion 43 is arranged to overlap parallel to the support base 33 and the pressing and fixing member 5. In this embodiment, the clamped portion 43 is sandwiched between the support base 33 and the pressing and fixing member 5 with the engaged portion 34 and the engaged portion 42 engaged.

[0049] In this embodiment, the engaging portion 42 and the clamped portion 43 are provided on the same side with respect to the housing portion 41. In this embodiment, the engaging portion 42 is provided at the end of the clamped portion 43 opposite to the housing portion 41. The engagement position between the clamped portion 34 and the engaging portion 42 is covered by the pressing and fixing member 5.

[0050] The guide portion 44 is a part that guides the second rod-shaped body 92 into the housing portion 41. The guide portion 44 is provided at the end of the housing portion 41 opposite to the clamped portion 43. The guide portion 44 is provided in a state where it is bent back at an acute angle from the end of the housing portion 41. The guide portion 44 is provided so as it moves outward (in other words, away from the internal space of the housing portion 41), it moves away from the support base 33. The guide portion 44 is not covered by the pressing and fixing member 5.

[0051] The pressing and fixing member 5 presses and fixes the holding member 4 between itself and the support base 33 of the base member 3 when the fastening member 6 is fastened. In this embodiment, two pressing and fixing members 5 are provided corresponding to the two holding members 4, and the two pressing and fixing members 5 are configured to press and fix their respective holding members 4. Each of the two pressing and fixing members 5 is integrally formed by bending a plate-shaped member, and as a whole, it is formed in the shape of a plate consisting of a combination of multiple flat parts. Each pressing and fixing member 5 has an overlapping portion 51 and a clamping portion 52.

[0052] The overlapping portion 51 is the part that is superimposed on the overlapping portion 31 of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30. Preferably, the overlapping portion 51 is formed flat so that it can stably overlap with the overlapping portion 31 of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30. A through hole is formed in the overlapping portion 51, and the shaft portion of the fastening bolt 61 that constitutes the fastening member 6 is inserted through this through hole.

[0053] The clamping portion 52 is the part that clamps the holding member 4 between the base member 3 and the support base 33. In this embodiment, the clamping portion 52 clamps the portion to be clamped 43 of the holding member 4 between the base member 3 and the support base 33. It is preferable that the clamping portion 52 is formed flat so that the portion to be clamped 43 can be stably clamped between the support base 33 and the clamping portion 52. Furthermore, it is preferable that the clamping portion 52 is integrated with the overlapping portion 51 such that the angle between them is 135°, similar to the relationship between the overlapping portion 31 and the support base 33 in the divided body 30 that constitutes the base member 3.

[0054] The fastening member 6 integrates the base member 3 (a pair of divided bodies 30, 30), the two holding members 4, and the two pressing and fixing members 5 by fastening. The fastening member 6 in this embodiment has a fastening bolt 61 and a fastening nut 62 that screws onto it. In this embodiment, the two pressing and fixing members 5 and the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 are superimposed so that the two pressing and fixing members 5 are positioned on either side of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30, and are fastened together by a single fastening member 6. More specifically, the two pressing and fixing members 5 and the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 are superimposed and fastened together in the following order: the overlapping portion 51 of one pressing and fixing member 5, the overlapping portion 31 of one divided body 30, the overlapping portion 31 of the other divided body 30, and the overlapping portion 51 of the other pressing and fixing member 5.

[0055] By fastening the fastening member 6, the first rod-shaped body 91 can be held between the partial enclosing portions 32 of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30. In addition, the pressing and fixing member 5 presses the holding member 4 toward the support base portion 33 of the divided body 30, so that the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be held between each divided body 30 and the two holding members 4. In this way, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected.

[0056] Figure 3 shows an example of the installation procedure using the cross connector 1 of this embodiment. As shown in this figure, first, loosen the fastening member 6 to secure a certain gap between the head of the fastening bolt 61 and the fastening nut 62 (this state will be referred to as the "loosely tightened state" below). If the fastening member 6 is already in the loosely tightened state before installation, this preliminary operation is unnecessary. By loosening the fastening member 6, the following operations can be performed while handling the base member 3 (a pair of divided parts 30, 30), the two holding members 4, and the two pressing and fixing members 5 that constitute the cross connector 1 together.

[0057] First, the worker grasps the ends of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 that are opposite to the partial enclosing portions 32, bringing them closer together. Then, the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 change their posture, with the bending portion of the boundary between the overlapping portion 31 and the support base 33 acting as a fulcrum, and the respective partial enclosing portions 32 move apart from each other. The cross connector 1 is then slid into the first rod-shaped body 91 from the side through the gap between the respective partial enclosing portions 32 of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30. To adjust the axial mounting position, the worker simply grasps the ends of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30 in the same way, bringing them closer together, and slides the cross connector 1 in the axial direction.

[0058] Next, the worker raises the holding member 4 so that the housing 41 separates from the support base 33, with the engaging portion 42 engaged with the engaged portion 34 formed on the support base 33. The second rod-shaped body 92 is then slid from the side into the housing 41 through the gap between the support base 33 and the holding member 4. The holding member 4 has a guide portion 44, which facilitates the sliding movement of the second rod-shaped body 92. To adjust the axial mounting position of the second rod-shaped body 92, the holding member 4 is raised in the same way, and the second rod-shaped body 92 is slid axially. Since the holding member 4 can change its orientation while the engaging portion 42 remains engaged with the engaged portion 34, the angle of the second rod-shaped body 92 can be adjusted without requiring any special additional operations. This operation is performed sequentially for each of the two second rod-shaped bodies 92.

[0059] Finally, the worker fastens the fastening member 6, which had been in a loose state. It is preferable to fasten the fastening member 6 using a power tool such as an impact driver. When the fastening member 6 is firmly fastened (hereinafter referred to as the "fully fastened state"), the first rod-shaped body 91 is firmly held between the partial enclosing portions 32 of the pair of divided bodies 30, 30. The pressing and fixing member 5 presses the holding member 4 against the support base 33 side of the divided body 30, and the holding member 4 is pressed and fixed between the support base 33 and the pressing and fixing member 5. The second rod-shaped body 92 is then held between the support base 33 and the holding member 4, which is pressed by the pressing and fixing member 5. In this way, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, greatly improving workability.

[0060] Conventionally, even when working at heights, workers had to assume multiple positions by stretching and twisting their bodies while on a stepladder, which compromised safety. In contrast, the cross-connecting device 1 of this embodiment only requires fastening a single fastening member 6, allowing for fixation in a single position and thus offering high safety.

[0061] [Second Embodiment] A second embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from the cross connector 1 of the first embodiment in the specific configuration of the divided body 30 and the holding member 4.

[0062] As shown in Figure 4, the holding member 4 has a housing portion 41, an engaging portion 42, and a clamped portion 43. Note that the holding member 4 of this embodiment does not have a guide portion 44 (see Figure 2) like the holding member 4 of the first embodiment. In this embodiment, the engaging portion 42 is provided at the end of the housing portion 41 opposite to the clamped portion 43. The engaged portion 34 is provided at an outer position on the support base 33. As a result, the engaging portion 42 and the clamped portion 43 are provided on opposite sides of the housing portion 41, and the engaged portion 34 and the engaging portion 42 engage on the outside while the clamped portion 43 is clamped on the inside by the support base 33 and the pressing and fixing member 5, so that the second rod-shaped body 92 can be firmly held.

[0063] To insert the second rod-shaped body 92 with the fastening member 6 in a loosened state, the retaining member 4 is rotated so that the clamped portion 43 is separated from the support base 33 while the engaging portion 42 is engaged with the engaged portion 34 formed on the support base 33. As the retaining member 4 rotates, the gap between the support base 33 and the housing portion 41 widens, so it is best to insert the second rod-shaped body 92 into this gap from the axial direction.

[0064] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0065] Since the other components are the same as in the first embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the first embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0066] [Third Embodiment] A third embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the divided body 30 and the holding member 4 in this embodiment of the cross connector 1 differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the first embodiment.

[0067] As shown in Figure 5, the retaining member 4 has a housing portion 41, a clamping portion 43, and a guide portion 44. Note that the retaining member 4 in this embodiment does not have an engaging portion 42 (see Figure 2) like the retaining member 4 in the first embodiment. Also, the support base 33 does not have an engaging portion 34. In this embodiment, the support base 33 and the retaining member 4 are pivotally connected by a rivet 7. With this configuration, the base member 3 (a pair of divided parts 30, 30) and the retaining member 4 are temporarily assembled in a state where the retaining member 4 can change its orientation relative to the support base 33.

[0068] Furthermore, the length of the shaft portion of the rivet 7 is set to be longer than the sum of the thickness of the support base 33 and the thickness of the clamped portion 43, and the holding member 4 can change its posture so that the housing portion 41 is separated from the support base 33 within the range of this difference. With the holding member 4 in the upright position, the second rod-shaped body 92 can be slid from the side through the gap between the support base 33 and the holding member 4 and housed in the housing portion 41.

[0069] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0070] Since the other components are the same as in the first embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the first embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0071] [Fourth Embodiment] A fourth embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from the cross connector 1 of the first embodiment in the specific configuration of the pressing and fixing member 5.

[0072] As shown in Figure 6, the pressing and fixing member 5 of this embodiment has an overlapping portion 51, a clamping portion 52, and a relay portion 53. The overlapping portion 51 may be the same as the overlapping portion 51 of the pressing and fixing member 5 in the first embodiment. The clamping portion 52 clamps the holding member 4 between itself and the support base portion 33 of the base member 3. In this embodiment, the clamping portion 52 clamps the housing portion 41 of the holding member 4 between itself and the support base portion 33.

[0073] The intermediate portion 53 is provided between the overlapping portion 51 and the clamping portion 52. When the fastening member 6 is fully fastened, the intermediate portion 53 does not come into contact with the support base portion 33 of the base member 3 and the clamped portion 43 of the holding member 4, but is positioned at a distance from them. In addition, as described above, the clamping portion 52 of this embodiment is configured to clamp the housing portion 41. The clamped portion 43 of this embodiment is not clamped by the clamping portion 52, and in this sense, the portion corresponding to the clamped portion 43 of the first embodiment is referred to as the "non-clamping portion 46 (43)" in this embodiment.

[0074] As in the first embodiment, with the engaging portion 42 engaged with the engaged portion 34 formed on the support base 33, the holding member 4 is raised so that the housing portion 41 is separated from the support base 33, and the second rod-shaped body 92 can be slid from the side and housed in the housing portion 41. Subsequently, in this embodiment, with the engaged portion 34 and the engaging portion 42 engaged, the pressing and fixing member 5 presses the housing portion 41 toward the support base 33, holding the second rod-shaped body 92 between the support base 33 and the holding member 4.

[0075] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0076] Since the other components are the same as in the first embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the first embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0077] [Fifth Embodiment] A fifth embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the pressing and fixing member 5 in the cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the second embodiment.

[0078] As shown in Figure 7, the pressing and fixing member 5 of this embodiment has an overlapping portion 51, a clamping portion 52, and a relay portion 53. The overlapping portion 51 may be the same as the overlapping portion 51 of the pressing and fixing member 5 in the first embodiment. The clamping portion 52 clamps the holding member 4 between itself and the support base portion 33 of the base member 3. In this embodiment, the clamping portion 52 clamps the housing portion 41 of the holding member 4 between itself and the support base portion 33.

[0079] The intermediate portion 53 is provided between the overlapping portion 51 and the clamping portion 52. When the fastening member 6 is fully fastened, the intermediate portion 53 does not come into contact with the support base portion 33 of the base member 3 and the clamped portion 43 of the holding member 4, but is positioned at a distance from them. In addition, as described above, the clamping portion 52 of this embodiment is configured to clamp the housing portion 41. The clamped portion 43 of this embodiment is not clamped by the clamping portion 52, and in this sense, the portion corresponding to the clamped portion 43 of the first embodiment is referred to as the "non-clamping portion 46 (43)" in this embodiment.

[0080] In the same manner as in the second embodiment, the holding member 4 can be positioned so that the non-clamping portion 46(43) moves away from the support base 33 while the engaging portion 42 is engaged with the engaged portion 34 formed on the support base 33, and the second rod-shaped body 92 can be inserted axially and housed in the housing portion 41. Subsequently, in this embodiment, with the engaged portion 34 and the engaging portion 42 engaged, the pressing and fixing member 5 presses the housing portion 41 toward the support base 33, thereby holding the second rod-shaped body 92 between the support base 33 and the holding member 4.

[0081] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0082] Since the other components are the same as in the second embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the second embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0083] [Sixth Embodiment] A sixth embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the pressing and fixing member 5 in the cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the third embodiment.

[0084] As shown in Figure 8, the pressing and fixing member 5 of this embodiment has an overlapping portion 51, a clamping portion 52, and a relay portion 53. The overlapping portion 51 may be the same as the overlapping portion 51 of the pressing and fixing member 5 in the first embodiment. The clamping portion 52 clamps the holding member 4 between itself and the support base portion 33 of the base member 3. In this embodiment, the clamping portion 52 clamps the housing portion 41 of the holding member 4 between itself and the support base portion 33.

[0085] The intermediate portion 53 is provided between the overlapping portion 51 and the clamping portion 52. When the fastening member 6 is fully fastened, the intermediate portion 53 does not come into contact with the support base portion 33 of the base member 3 and the clamped portion 43 of the holding member 4, but is positioned at a distance from them. In addition, as described above, the clamping portion 52 of this embodiment is configured to clamp the housing portion 41. The clamped portion 43 of this embodiment is not clamped by the clamping portion 52, and in this sense, the portion corresponding to the clamped portion 43 of the first embodiment is referred to as the "non-clamping portion 46 (43)" in this embodiment.

[0086] In addition, as in the third embodiment, the length of the shaft portion of the rivet 7 is set to be longer than the sum of the thickness of the support base portion 33 and the thickness of the non-clamping portion 46 (43), and the holding member 4 can change its orientation so that the housing portion 41 is separated from the support base portion 33 within the range of this difference. Subsequently, in this embodiment, the pressing and fixing member 5 presses the housing portion 41 toward the support base portion 33, holding the second rod-shaped body 92 between the support base portion 33 and the holding member 4.

[0087] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0088] Since the other components are the same as in the third embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the third embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0089] [Seventh Embodiment] A seventh embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the base member 3 and the pressing and fixing member 5 of the cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the first embodiment.

[0090] As shown in Figure 9, the base member 3 of this embodiment comprises a base portion 35 and a locking portion 39 that is pivotably connected to the base portion 35. The base portion 35 has two support bases 33, a connecting portion 36, and a support portion 37, which are integrally formed. The connecting portion 36 is provided between the two support bases 33 so as to connect them. The angle between the connecting portion 36 and the support bases 33 is 135°, and the two support bases 33 are positioned perpendicular to each other. The support portion 37 extends from the connecting portion 36 to the same side as the support bases 33 and locks onto the first rod-shaped body 91 from the rear side (opposite side as seen from the connecting portion 36).

[0091] The locking portion 39 is pivotably connected to the middle of the support portion 37 via a pivot shaft 38. The locking portion 39 locks onto the first rod-shaped body 91 from a direction different from that of the support portion 37 (in this example, the front side, which is the connecting portion 36 side).

[0092] The connecting portion 36 has a threaded portion into which the fastening bolt 61, which constitutes the fastening member 6, is screwed. By fastening the fastening bolt 61 by screwing it into this threaded portion, the tip of the fastening bolt 61 presses the locking portion 39 toward the support portion 37, thereby attaching the base member 3 to the first rod-shaped body 91. In this embodiment, the fastening member 6 is composed only of the fastening bolt 61.

[0093] The pressing and fixing member 5 is integrally formed to press and fix the two holding members 4 together. The pressing and fixing member 5 in this embodiment has two clamping portions 52 and a connecting portion 56, which are integrally formed. The connecting portion 56 is provided between the two clamping portions 52 so as to connect them. The angle between the connecting portion 56 and the clamping portions 52 is 135° each, and the two clamping portions 52 are positioned parallel to the two support bases 33 of the base member 3.

[0094] A through hole is formed in the connecting portion 56. The inner diameter of this through hole is larger than the outer diameter of the shaft portion of the fastening bolt 61. The fastening bolt 61, which constitutes the fastening member 6, passes through this through hole and is fastened by screwing it into the threaded portion of the connecting portion 36 as described above, and further presses the locking portion 39 with its tip. As the fastening member 6 is fastened, the head of the fastening bolt 61 also presses the pressing and fixing member 5 towards the base member 3, thereby pressing and fixing the two holding members 4 together to the base member 3.

[0095] As in the first embodiment, with the engaging portion 42 engaged with the engaged portion 34 formed on the support base 33, the holding member 4 is raised so that the housing portion 41 is separated from the support base 33, and the second rod-shaped body 92 can be slid from the side and housed in the housing portion 41. Subsequently, in this embodiment, the two holding members 4 are pressed together by an integrated pressing and fixing member 5 to hold the second rod-shaped body 92 between the support base 33 and the holding members 4.

[0096] The size of each component constituting the cross connector 1 is set such that, in the fully fastened state of the fastening member 6, the locking portion 39 and the support portion 37 hold the first rod-shaped body 91 without slack, and the support base portion 33 and the clamping portion 52 hold the clamped portion 43 of the holding member 4 without slack. The angles between the connecting portion 56 and the clamping portion 52 may be set to angles slightly smaller than 135°. In this way, as the fastening member 6 is fastened, the clamping portion 52 gradually presses against the clamped portion 43 from the outer end, making it easier for the support base portion 33 and the clamping portion 52 to hold the holding member 4 without slack.

[0097] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0098] Since the other components are the same as in the first embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the first embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0099] [Eighth Embodiment] An eighth embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the base portion 35 and the holding member 4 of the cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the seventh embodiment.

[0100] As shown in Figure 10, the holding member 4 has a housing portion 41, an engaging portion 42, and a clamped portion 43. In this embodiment, the engaging portion 42 is provided at the end of the housing portion 41 opposite to the clamped portion 43. The engaged portion 34 is provided at an outer position on the support base 33. As a result, the engaging portion 42 and the clamped portion 43 are provided on opposite sides of the housing portion 41, and the engaged portion 34 and the engaging portion 42 engage on the outside while the clamped portion 43 is clamped on the inside by the support base 33 and the pressing and fixing member 5, so that the second rod-shaped body 92 can be firmly held.

[0101] To insert the second rod-shaped body 92 with the fastening member 6 in a loosened state, the retaining member 4 is rotated so that the clamped portion 43 is separated from the support base 33 while the engaging portion 42 is engaged with the engaged portion 34 formed on the support base 33. As the retaining member 4 rotates, the gap between the support base 33 and the housing portion 41 widens, so it is best to insert the second rod-shaped body 92 into this gap from the axial direction.

[0102] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0103] Since the other components are the same as in the seventh embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the seventh embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0104] [Ninth Embodiment] A ninth embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the base portion 35 and the holding member 4 of the cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the seventh embodiment.

[0105] As shown in Figure 11, the retaining member 4 has a housing portion 41, a clamping portion 43, and a guide portion 44. In this embodiment, the retaining member 4 does not have an engaging portion 42, and the support base 33 does not have an engaging portion 34. In this embodiment, the support base 33 and the retaining member 4 are pivotally connected by a rivet 7. With this configuration, the base member 3 (base portion 35 and locking portion 39) and the retaining member 4 are temporarily assembled in a state in which the retaining member 4 can change its orientation relative to the support base 33.

[0106] Furthermore, the length of the shaft portion of the rivet 7 is set to be longer than the sum of the thickness of the support base 33 and the thickness of the clamped portion 43, and the holding member 4 can change its posture so that the housing portion 41 is separated from the support base 33 within the range of this difference. With the holding member 4 in the upright position, the second rod-shaped body 92 can be slid from the side through the gap between the support base 33 and the holding member 4 and housed in the housing portion 41.

[0107] In this embodiment as well, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, thereby significantly improving workability.

[0108] Since the other components are the same as in the seventh embodiment, the same reference numerals are used for the same components as in the seventh embodiment, and detailed descriptions are omitted.

[0109] [Tenth Embodiment] A tenth embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the base member 3 and the holding member 4 of the cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the first embodiment.

[0110] As shown in Figure 12, the cross connector 1 of this embodiment comprises a base member 3, two holding members 4, two pressing and fixing members 5, and a fastening member 6, with two sets of holding members 4 and pressing and fixing members 5 integrally formed. In Figure 12, the two members in which the holding members 4 and pressing and fixing members 5 are integrally formed are indicated by the reference numerals "4" and "5". These members 4 and 5, in which the holding members 4 and pressing and fixing members 5 are integrally formed, each have an overlapping portion 51, a portion where the clamped portion 43 and the clamping portion 52 are integrated (indicated by the reference numerals "43" and "52"), a housing portion 41, and a guide portion 44, respectively.

[0111] In this configuration, although the angle adjustment function of the second rod-shaped body 92 is lacking, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, similar to the embodiments described above, and the ease of installation can be greatly improved.

[0112] [Embodiment No. 11] An eleventh embodiment of the cross connector will be described with reference to the drawings. The specific configuration of the base member 3 and the holding member 4 of the cross connector 1 of this embodiment differs from that of the cross connector 1 of the seventh embodiment.

[0113] As shown in Figure 13, the cross connector 1 of this embodiment comprises a base member 3, two holding members 4, a pressing and fixing member 5, and a fastening member 6, with the holding members 4 and the pressing and fixing members 5 being integrally formed. In Figure 13, the member in which the holding members 4 and the pressing and fixing members 5 are integrally formed is indicated by the reference numerals "4" and "5". This member 4, 5 in which the holding members 4 and the pressing and fixing members 5 are integrally formed has two parts (indicated by the reference numerals "43" and "52") in which the clamping portion 43 and the clamping portion 52 are integrated, as well as two housing portions 41, two guide portions 44, and a connecting portion 56.

[0114] In this configuration, although the angle adjustment function of the second rod-shaped body 92 is lacking, the first rod-shaped body 91 and the two second rod-shaped bodies 92 can be connected by fastening only one fastening member 6, similar to the embodiments described above, and the ease of installation can be greatly improved.

[0115] [Other Embodiments] (1) In the first to sixth embodiments described above, a configuration was explained in which the fixing position of the first rod-shaped body 91 (the position of the partial enclosing portion 32) is on the opposite side from the fixing position of the second rod-shaped body 92 with respect to the fastening member 6. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, as shown in Figure 14, the first rod-shaped body 91 may be fixed on the same side as the fixing position of the second rod-shaped body 92 with respect to the fastening member 6.

[0116] (2) In the third, sixth, and ninth embodiments described above, a configuration was described in which the rivet 7 that pivotally connects the base member 3 (a pair of divided bodies 30, 30) and the holding member 4 is provided on the side closer to the fastening member 6. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, as shown in Figure 15, the rivet 7 may be provided on the side opposite to the fastening member 6 with respect to the second rod-shaped body 92.

[0117] (3) In the first to sixth embodiments described above, a configuration was described as in which a pair of divided bodies 30, 30 hold the first rod-shaped body 91 by fastening the fastening member 6. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and the first rod-shaped body 91 may be held using a different member 30X from the pair of divided bodies 30, 30, as shown in Figures 16 to 18.

[0118] (4) In the first to sixth embodiments described above, a configuration in which the second rod-shaped body 92 is held on the outer surface side of the pair of support bases 33 of the base member 3 was described as an example. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, as shown in Figures 17 and 18, the second rod-shaped body 92 may be held on the inner surface side of the pair of support bases 33 of the base member 3. In this case, the pressing and fixing member 5 also presses and fixes the holding member 4 from the inner surface side.

[0119] (5) In the seventh to ninth embodiments described above, a configuration was described in which the support portion 37 and the locking portion 39 provided on the base portion 35 hold the first rod-shaped body 91 by fastening the fastening member 6. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, as shown in Figures 19 and 20, the first rod-shaped body 91 may be held using a different member 30X from the base portion 35 (in this case, the base portion 35 does not have the support portion 37).

[0120] (6) In the seventh to ninth embodiments described above, a configuration in which the first rod-shaped body 91 is held on the inner surface side of the base portion 35 and the second rod-shaped body 92 is held on the outer surface side of the base portion 35 was described as an example. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, as shown in Figure 20, the first rod-shaped body 91 may be held on the outer surface side of the base portion 35 and the second rod-shaped body 92 may be held on the inner surface side of the base portion 35. In this case, the pressing and fixing member 5 also presses and fixes the holding member 4 from the inner surface side.

[0121] (7) In the 10th and 11th embodiments described above, a configuration in which the second rod-shaped body 92 is held on the outer surface side of the pair of support bases 33 of the base member 3 was described as an example. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, as shown in Figures 21 and 22, the second rod-shaped body 92 may be held on the inner surface side of the pair of support bases 33 of the base member 3. In this case, the members 4 and 5, which are integrally formed with the holding member 4 and the pressing and fixing member 5, are pressed from the inner surface side towards the support bases 33 by fastening the fastening member 6.

[0122] (8) In the 11th embodiment described above, a configuration was described in which the base member 3 holds the first rod-shaped body 91 by itself by fastening the fastening member 6. However, the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, as shown in Figure 22, the base member 3 may hold the first rod-shaped body 91 between members 4 and 5, which are integrally formed by the holding member 4 and the pressing and fixing member 5, by fastening the fastening member 6.

[0123] (9) In each of the above embodiments, the cross connector 1 was described as having a configuration in which it connects a total of three rod-shaped bodies, one first rod-shaped body 91 and two second rod-shaped bodies 92. However, the configuration is not limited to this, and for example, as shown in Figure 23, the cross connector 1 may connect multiple (four in the illustrated example) first rod-shaped bodies 91 and three or more (twelve in the illustrated example) second rod-shaped bodies 92. When multiple second rod-shaped bodies 92 are held around one support base 33 as shown in this figure, the multiple holding members 4 may be stacked on top of each other and pivotally connected with a common rivet 7.

[0124] (10) In each of the above embodiments, the base member 3 may be provided with a structure to increase the position-holding force with respect to the first rod-shaped body 91. Such a configuration may be realized, for example, by forming a locking projection on the inner surface of the partial enclosing portion 32 that engages with the threaded portion of the first rod-shaped body 91.

[0125] (11) In each of the above embodiments, the holding member 4 may be provided with a structure to increase the position-holding force with respect to the second rod-shaped body 92. Such a configuration may be realized, for example, by forming a locking projection on the inner surface of the housing portion 41 that engages with the threaded portion of the second rod-shaped body 92.

[0126] (12) In each of the above embodiments, a structure may be provided to limit the range in which the orientation of the holding member 4 with respect to the base member 3 can be changed (the range of motion of the holding member 4) to a certain range. Such a configuration may be achieved not only by configuring the engaged portion 34 as an arc-shaped engagement hole as described above, but also, for example, by providing a restricting piece on the support base 33 that can contact the holding member 4, or by providing a restricting piece on the holding member 4 that can contact the pressing and fixing member 5.

[0127] (13) In each of the above embodiments, a structure for temporarily fastening the base member 3 to the first rod-shaped body 91 may be provided. Such a configuration may be realized, for example, in the first to sixth embodiments in which the base member 3 comprises a pair of divided bodies 30, 30, by an elastic member that biases the two overlapping parts 31 and the two overlapping parts 51 to press against each other. In this case, the elastic member may be made of, for example, a coil spring (preferably a conical coil spring) and may be attached to the shaft portion of the fastening bolt 61. In the seventh to ninth embodiments in which the base member 3 comprises a base portion 35 and a locking portion 39, this may be realized by an elastic member that biases the locking portion 39 toward the support portion 37. In this case, the elastic member may be made of, for example, a metal or resin leaf spring and may be attached to the space between the connecting portion 36 and the locking portion 39.

[0128] (14) In each of the above embodiments, structures may be provided to increase the physical strength of each component. Such a configuration may be achieved, for example, by forming ribs or beads on each component.

[0129] (15) The specific shapes of each component described in each of the above embodiments may be modified as appropriate, within the range that allows them to perform the required functions.

[0130] (16) In each of the above embodiments, each component may be formed from a material other than metal, such as fiber-reinforced plastic or ceramic.

[0131] (17) The configurations disclosed in each of the above-described embodiments (including the above-described embodiments and other embodiments; the same applies hereinafter) can be applied in combination with configurations disclosed in other embodiments, insofar as they do not cause a conflict. With respect to other configurations, the embodiments disclosed herein are illustrative in all respects and can be modified as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the disclosure. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0132] 1. Crossing connector 3 Base member 4. Retaining member 5 Pressing and fixing member 6 Fastening members 7 rivets 30 divided bodies 33 Support base 34 Engaged part 35 Base section 36 Connecting part 37 Support part 39 Locking part 41 Storage Unit 42 Engagement part 43 Pinched part 91 First rod-shaped body 92 Second rod-shaped body

Claims

1. A crossing connector that connects a first rod-shaped body and two second rod-shaped bodies in a crossing manner, A base member having two support bases and attached to the first rod-shaped body by fastening one fastening member, Two holding members, each holding the corresponding second rod-shaped body between the support base and the support base, A cross connector comprising: a pressing and fixing member that presses and fixes the holding member between itself and the support base when the fastening member is fastened.

2. The base member is composed of a pair of divided bodies, each having the support base and cooperating with each other to hold the first rod-shaped body. Two of the aforementioned pressing and fixing members are provided to press and fix each of the two aforementioned holding members. The cross connector according to claim 1, wherein two of the pressing and fixing members and a pair of the divided bodies are superimposed such that the two pressing and fixing members are positioned on both sides of the pair of divided bodies and fastened together by the fastening member.

3. The base member comprises a base portion in which two support bases, a connecting portion connecting them, and a support portion for supporting the first rod-shaped body are integrally formed, and a locking portion that is pivotably connected to the base portion and engages with the first rod-shaped body from a direction different from the support portion. The pressing and fixing member is integrally formed to press and fix the two holding members together. The cross connector according to claim 1, wherein the fastening member penetrates the pressing and fixing member and is fastened to the connecting portion, and presses the locking portion toward the first rod-shaped body with its tip when fastened.

4. The cross connector according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the holding member comprises a housing portion for housing the second rod-shaped body, an engaging portion for engaging with an engaging portion formed on the support base, and a clamping portion that is sandwiched between the support base and the pressing and fixing member when the engaging portion and the engaging portion are engaged.

5. The cross connector according to claim 4, wherein the engaging portion and the clamped portion are provided on the same side with respect to the housing portion.

6. The cross connector according to claim 4, wherein the engaging portion and the clamped portion are provided on the opposite side from the housing portion.

7. The holding member has a housing portion for housing the second rod-shaped body and an engaging portion for engaging with an engaged portion formed on the support base, The pressing and fixing member presses the housing portion toward the support base portion while the engaged portion and the engaging portion are engaged, according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

8. The cross connector according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the support base and the retaining member are pivotally connected by a rivet.

9. The crossing connector according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the holding member and the pressing and fixing member are configured as separate components.

10. The crossing connector according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the holding member and the pressing and fixing member are integrally formed.

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