Set of trays obtained by modular connections for structured fibre optic cabling

Abstract

The invention relates to trays (10) for structured fibre optic cabling of the type installed in data centres, telecommunications rooms and wiring cabins, among other similar environments. Said set of trays (10) comprises a 90° curved tray (LC1), a cross tray (LC2), a T-shaped tray (LC3), a longitudinal tray (LC4), splices (EM1), and a drip tray with cover (PG1). Said trays (LC1), (LC2), (LC3) and (LC4) can be expanded as they comprise at least one side profile (11) and / or one central profile (12) and / or one curved profile (13) connected to one another by corresponding connecting components (11A) / (12A) / (13A) and (11B) / (12B) / (13B) provided at the edges of said profiles, as well as by the connection of corresponding peripheral connectors (20) / (30), connector (40) for coupling to the central profiles (12) and central connector (50).

Description

[0001] SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

[0002] TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0003]

[0001] The present invention patent relates to a set of beds obtained by modular connections for structured fiber optic cabling of the type installed in 'Data Centers', telecommunications rooms, wiring cabins, among other similar environments. The modular connections are assembled in central, lateral and curved profiles, each provided with corresponding couplings and which configure expandable beds such as: (i) 90° Curved Bed; (ii) Cross Bed; (iii) 'T' Bed; (iv) Splices; (v) Drip pan with lid. The dimensions of said beds can be adapted to the installation surface according to the useful area for the distribution, protection and segregation of fiber optic cables, thus meeting the needs of the most diverse projects.

[0004] HISTORY OF THE INVENTION

[0005]

[0002] As is widely known, the applicant, active in the area of ​​product development for electrical cabling and data transmission infrastructure, is the depositor of several documents, including document no. BR 102020005429-5, which describes a set of modular beds for structured fiber optic cabling that can be expanded as they are formed by at least one central profile with pairs of longitudinal connections for coupling to end profiles, each with corresponding base connections.

[0006]

[0003] Likewise, the aforementioned document reports on the conventional types of beds for accommodating Structured Fiber Optic Cabling, which are generally formed in a single piece with a 'U' cross-section and made from polymers, such as Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene - ABS - and Polyvinyl Chloride - PVC - or from metals, such as Aluminum Alloys, in addition to other materials.

[0007]

[0004] The main drawback of these conventional trays is that their single-piece configuration does not offer the possibility of expansion or adjustments according to the needs of the structured cabling project and, consequently, in the event of network expansion, it is necessary to replace the entire line of trays, thus making conventional trays inefficient and costly.

[0005] In a search carried out in specialized databases, documents were found referring to modular tray models as presented in document no. US2004124321, which deals with a telecommunications cable management system that includes a flat base element, including a flat top surface and side edges. The side elements are assembled with an arrangement corresponding to the base element. The side elements may include one or more of the following items: standing wall portions, horizontally extending side outlets, and troughs.The base elements and top wall portions can have a continuous cross-section and can be cut to the desired length for the cable management system. The exit sides can also include multiple components, each with a center section cut to the desired width.

[0008]

[0006] Document No. US2007092196 is a telecommunications cable management system that includes trough elements, including a flat top surface and sides for routing and managing cables. The trough elements are made of separate parts assembled together with a coupling arrangement. The coupling arrangement allows for on-site assembly of the system, such as snapping the parts together. The trough elements are then assembled to form the cable management system.

[0009]

[0007] Although the aforementioned documents reveal modular beds, the expansion modulations or angle changes achieved are minimal when compared to the modularity presented in document no. BR 102020005429-5, which reveals a set of modular beds for structured fiber optic cabling.

[0010]

[0008] The current application brings new and improved technical effects in the configuration of beds obtained by modular connections, increasing the versatility for the expansion and adaptation of beds according to the project.

[0011] OBJECTIVES OF THE INVENTION

[0012]

[0009] The aim of the invention is to present a set of beds obtained by assembling modular connections in structural profiles for accommodating structured fiber optic cabling of the type installed in 'Data Centers', telecommunications rooms, wiring cabins, among other similar environments, said modular connections being provided with corresponding couplings and when connected to the structural profiles configuring different beds such as 90° Curved Bed, Cross Bed, T Bed, Splices, Drip tray with lid, all of which can be expanded according to the project for the distribution, protection and segregation of the intended fiber optic cables.

[0013]

[0010] Another objective of the invention patent is to present a set of beds obtained by modular connections for structured fiber optic cabling whose simplified characteristics facilitate assembly and, consequently, installation, meeting the needs of different layouts.

[0014]

[0011] The invention patent also aims to present a set of beds obtained by assembling modular connections in structural profiles whose expansion or reduction adjustment allows the customization of the cabling infrastructure even after the bed lines are assembled, enabling cost reduction with the adaptation of the optical cabling infrastructure if necessary.

[0015] DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

[0016]

[0012] To complement this description in order to obtain a better understanding of the characteristics of the present invention and in accordance with a preferred practical implementation thereof, the description is accompanied, in annex, by a set of drawings, where, in an exemplified, although not limitative, manner, its operation is represented:

[0017]

[0013] figures IA, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F, 1G and 1H reveal perspective views of the set of beds obtained by modular connections for structured fiber optic cabling, with figure IA representing a perspective view of the Cross Bed; figures 1B and 1C show perspective views of the 90° Curved Bed illustrating different dimensions due to expansion; figures ID and 1E show perspective views of the T Bed illustrating different dimensions due to expansion; figures 1F and 1G reveal perspective views of the Splice Bed illustrating different dimensions due to expansion and figure 1H shows a perspective view of the Drip Pan bed with lid;

[0014] figures 2A and 2B show perspective and front views of the Cross Bed;

[0015] Figure 2C reveals an exploded perspective view of the modular connections that make up the Cross Bed and that are provided for in the other beds described;

[0018]

[0016] figures 2D and 2E show exploded and assembled front views and enlarged details of the coupling members provided in the side and central profiles of the beds;

[0019]

[0017] figure 2F shows an enlarged detail 'A' illustrating the central, curved and lateral profiles, as well as their respective connectors;

[0020]

[0018] Figure 2G shows an enlarged perspective view of the central and peripheral connectors;

[0021]

[0019] figure 2H represents an enlarged perspective view of the peripheral connectors exploded in relation to the curved profile and sides;

[0022]

[0020] figures 21 and 2J reveal exploded and assembled longitudinal section views of the peripheral connectors;

[0023]

[0021] Figure 3 shows a bottom perspective view of the Cross Bed;

[0024]

[0022] Figure 4A represents a top view of the Cross Bed with cutting indications;

[0025]

[0023] figures 4C and 4B illustrate cross-sectional views AA and longitudinal views BB indicated in the previous figure;

[0026]

[0024] figures 5A and 5B reveal top views of the 90° Curved Bed illustrating the dimensional expansion by adding central profiles and connectors;

[0027]

[0025] Figures 5C and 5D show cross-sectional views CC and longitudinal views D indicated in Figure 5A;

[0028]

[0026] figures 6A and 6B reveal top views of the T-Bed illustrating the dimensional expansion by the addition of central profiles and connectors;

[0029]

[0027] Figure 6C shows the sectional view EE indicated in Figure 6A;

[0030]

[0028] figures 7A and 7B show perspective and frontal exploded views of the profiles that make up the longitudinal bed with respective exploded details of the couplings;

[0031]

[0029] Figure 8A reveals an exploded perspective view of the lid and base of the Drip Tray;

[0032]

[0030] Figure 8B shows an assembled perspective view of the Drip Bed;

[0033]

[0031] Figures 9A and 9B show bottom perspective views of the exploded and assembled splice; and

[0034]

[0032] Figure 10 represents an exemplary view of a structural arrangement obtained through assembly between the aforementioned beds.

[0035] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0036]

[0033] The present invention patent refers to the "SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", beds (10) for structured fiber optic cabling of the type installed in 'Data Centers', telecommunications rooms, wiring cabins, among other similar environments. Said set of beds (10) is comprised of a 90° Curved Bed (LC1), Cross Bed (LC2), 'T' Bed (LC3), Longitudinal Bed (LC4), Splices (EM1), Drip pan with lid (PG1), all made of polymers such as Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene - ABS - and Polyvinyl chloride - PVC - or of metals, such as Aluminum Alloys, in addition to other flame retardant materials.

[0037]

[0034] According to the present invention, said beds (LC1), (LC2), (LC3) and (LC4) are capable of being expanded by being formed by at least one lateral profile (11) and / or a central profile (12) and / or a curved profile (13) connected to each other by corresponding coupling members (11A) / (12A) / (13A) and (11B) / (12B) / (13B) (see figures 2C, 2D and 2E) provided on the edges of said profiles, as well as by the assembly of corresponding peripheral connectors (20) / (30), connector (40) for assembly on the central profiles (12) and central connector (50), the connectors (20) / (30) also being provided with coupling members (20A) and (30A).The corresponding coupling members (11A) / (12A) and (11B) / (12B) of the lateral (11) and central (12) profiles for the longitudinal connection (see figure 2C) are comprised of members (11A) / (12A) formed by a mirrored 'C' projection (llal) / (12al) provided with an extreme arched recess (Ila2) / (12a2) made on the idealized edge to accommodate the projecting oblique edge (llbl) / (12bl) of the corresponding member (11B) / (12B) which, in turn, is comprised of an 'L' projection (Hb2) or (12b2) forming an opening capable of receiving the mirrored 'C' projection (11a 1) or (12a 1).

[0038]

[0035] Said corresponding peripheral connectors (20) and (30), also provided with coupling members (20A) and (30A) make the connection between the central profile(s) (12) and curved profile(s) (13), as well as with the central connector (50), said peripheral connector (20) providing a coupling member (20A) comprised of a mirrored 'J' projection capable of coupling in an area formed by an inverted 'J' projection of the coupling member (30A) of the corresponding connector (30).

[0039]

[0036] Both connectors (20) and (30) present in one of the flat walls (20bl) and (30bl) (see figure 2G) a pair of oblong cutouts (20b2) and (30b2) for the assembly of fixing screws (60) installed in holes of structural walls (50a) of the central connector (50) and structural walls (13a) of the curved profile (13) which, in turn, presents in the side walls (13b) projections (13bl) for coupling in niche (llcl) in 'L' provided in the wall (11C) of each profile (11) (see figure 2H).

[0040]

[0037] The connector (40) for assembly in the central profiles (12) provides a pair of extreme extensions (40a) (see figure 2G) intermediated by a central projection in 'U' (40b) composing spans (vl) and (v2) capable of receiving projecting walls in 'L' (12cl) and (12c2) of the central profiles (12). In the wall opposite to the spans (vl) and (v2) oblong cutouts (40c) are provided for the assembly of fixing screws (60) for assembly in the central connector (50).

[0041]

[0038] The central connector (50) is comprised of a quadrangular plate (50b) on the lower face of which orthogonal walls (50a) develop, where holes are drilled for assembling the screws (60) and fixing the connectors (20), (30) and (40), and bracing walls (50c) are provided aligned with the holes.

[0042]

[0039] The composition of the set of beds (10), being 90° Curved Bed (LC1), Cross Bed (LC2), T-Bed (LC3) and Longitudinal Bed (LC4) is obtained by assembling the profiles (11) and / or a central profile (12) and / or a curved profile (13) connected to each other by corresponding coupling members (11A) / (12A) / (13A) and (11B) / (12B) / (13B) and connected by the corresponding peripheral connectors (20) / (30), connector (40) and central connector (50).

[0043]

[0040] Said amendment (EM1) (see figures 1, 9A and 9B) comprises side profiles (11') provided on the external face of the orthogonal wall (11c') with projections (llcl') that form interconnection elements with other side profiles (11'), as well as, on the lower face of the base (llc2') other projections (llc3') are provided with corresponding engagement members (lid') and (lie') formed by a projecting tooth (lldl') and a recess (llel') with a shape corresponding to the tooth (lldl').

[0044]

[0041] Completing the beds (10), the drip tray (PG1) is formed by a 'Y' body (70) configured by a widened opening (70a) that projects into a narrow channel (70b) with side walls (70c) for mounting the lid (71) comprised of end frames (71a) receiving the central plate (71b).

[0045]

[0042] It is true that when the present invention is put into practice, modifications may be introduced with regard to certain construction and shape details, without this implying a departure from the fundamental principles that are clearly substantiated in the claims framework, thus being understood that the terminology used was not intended to be limiting.

Claims

REQUESTS AND TIPS 1) "SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", beds (10) for structured fiber optic cabling of the type installed in 'Data Centers', telecommunications rooms, wiring cabins, among other similar environments; said set of beds (10) is comprised of 90° Curved Bed (LC1), Cross Bed (LC2), T Bed (LC3), Longitudinal Bed (LC4), Splices (EM1), Drip pan with lid (PG1), all made of polymers such as Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene - ABS - and Polyvinyl chloride - PVC - or of metals, such as Aluminum Alloys, in addition to other flame retardant materials;characterized in that beds (LC1), (LC2), (LC3) and (LC4) are capable of being expanded by constituting at least one lateral profile (11) and / or one central profile (12) and / or one curved profile (13) connected to each other by corresponding coupling members (11A) / (12A) / (13A) and (11B) / (12B) / (13B) provided on the edges of said profiles, as well as by the connection of corresponding peripheral connectors (20) / (30), connector (40) for coupling to the central profiles (12) and central connector (50), the connectors (20) / (30) also being provided with coupling members (20A) and (30A);the corresponding coupling members (11A) / (12A) and (11B) / (12B) of the lateral (11) and central (12) profiles for the longitudinal connection are comprised of members (llA) / (12A) formed by a mirrored 'C' projection (11a l) / (12al) provided with an extreme arched recess (Ila2) / (12a2) made on the idealized edge to accommodate the projecting oblique edge (llbl) / (12bl) of the corresponding member (11B) / (12B) which, in turn, is comprised of an 'L' projection (Hb2) or (12b2) composing an opening capable of receiving the mirrored 'C' projection (llal) or (12al);the corresponding peripheral connectors (20) and (30), also provided with coupling members (20A) and (30A) make the connection between the central profile(s) (12) and curved profile(s) (13), as well as with the central connector (50), said peripheral connector (20) providing a coupling member (20A) comprised of a mirrored 'J' projection capable of coupling in an area formed by an inverted 'J' projection of the coupling member (30A) of the corresponding connector (30).; 2) "SET OF BEDS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR "STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", according to claim 1, characterized in that both connectors (20) and (30) present in one of the flat walls (20bl) and (30b 1) a pair of oblong cutouts (20b2) and (30b2) for receiving fixing screws (60) installed in holes in the structural walls (50a) of the central connector (50) and structural walls (13a) of the curved profile (13) which, in turn, presents on the side walls (13b) projections (13bl) for coupling in a niche (llcl) in 'L' provided in the wall (11C) of each profile (11). 3) "SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", according to claim 1, characterized in that the connector (40) provides a pair of extreme extensions (40a) intermediated by a central projection in 'U' (40b) composing spans (vl) and (v2) capable of receiving projecting walls in 'L' (12cl) and (12c2) of the central profiles (12); in the wall opposite to the spans (vl) and (v2) oblong cutouts (40c) are provided for the assembly of fixing screws (60) for assembly in the central connector (50). 4) "SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", according to claim 1, characterized in that the central connector (50) is comprised of a quadrangular plate (50b) on the lower face of which orthogonal walls (50a) develop, where holes are drilled for assembling the screws (60) and fixing the connectors (20), (30) and (40), and bracing walls (50c) are provided aligned with the holes. 5) "SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", according to claims 1, 2, 3 and 4, characterized in that the composition, expansion or reduction of the set of layers (10), being a 90° Curved Layer (LC1), a Cross Layer (LC2), a T-Layer (LC3) and a Longitudinal Layer (LC4) is obtained by assembling the profiles (11) and / or a central profile (12) and / or a curved profile (13) connected to each other by corresponding coupling members (11A) / (12A) / (13A) and (11B) / (12B) / (13B) and connected by the corresponding peripheral connectors (20) / (30), connector (40) and central connector (50). 6) "SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", according to claim 1, characterized by a joint (EM1) that is part of the set (10) comprising side profiles (11') provided on the external face of the orthogonal wall (11c') with projections (llcl') that form interconnection elements with other side profiles (11'), as well as, on the lower face of the base (1 lc2') other projections (llc3') are provided, provided with corresponding engagement members (lid') and (lie') formed by a projecting tooth (lldl') and a recess (llel') with a shape corresponding to the tooth (lldl'). 7) "SET OF LAYERS OBTAINED BY MODULAR CONNECTIONS FOR STRUCTURED FIBER OPTIC CABLING", according to claim 1, characterized in that the drip tray (PG1) forming part of the set (10) is formed by a 'Y' body (70) configured by a widened opening (70a) that projects into a narrow channel (70b) with side walls (70c) for mounting a cover (71) comprised of end frames (71a) that receive a central plate (71b).

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