Circuit Breaker Mounting Structure for Versatile Terminal Connection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting apparatuses for circuit breakers are limited in application scenarios as they are only suitable for direct connection with wires and not other types of power output terminals.
Innovation Solution
A mounting apparatus for circuit breakers comprising a base with a limiting plate and an electrical connector, which includes a receiving groove for accommodating the circuit breaker's terminal and a connection plane for connecting to external power output terminals, enhancing stability and compatibility with various power output terminals.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the mounting apparatus uses a simple wire connection structure, then the device complexity is reduced, but the adaptability to different power output terminals deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting apparatus incorporates a connection plate with multiple connection planes that can accommodate different types of power output terminals (busbars, sheet structures, wires). This multi-functional design allows a single mounting apparatus to serve multiple connection purposes, resolving the contradiction between simplicity and adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection plate is divided into multiple connection planes (first connection plane, second connection plane, third connection plane) with different structures. Each plane is optimized for specific terminal types, allowing the mounting apparatus to handle various power output terminals while maintaining an overall simple and integrated structure.
2Device complexity
If the mounting apparatus lacks a limiting plate, then the device complexity is reduced, but the stability of the circuit breaker during mounting deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The limiting plate is pre-configured on the mounting apparatus to define the positioning of the circuit breaker before actual connection. This preliminary positioning action ensures stable mounting and proper alignment, preventing instability during the connection process while adding minimal structural complexity.
3Device complexity
If the connection area between the electrical connector and power output terminal is small, then the device complexity is reduced, but the reliability of electrical connection deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connection plate features different connection planes with locally optimized qualities - some planes provide large contact areas for busbars, others provide precise positioning for sheet structures. This local differentiation ensures reliable electrical connection for each terminal type without requiring a complex overall structure.
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AI summary
The application describes a mounting apparatus for a circuit breaker. The mounting apparatus comprises a base and an electrical connector. The base comprises a base body and a limiting plate protruding from the base body. The limiting plate and the base body enclose a receiving groove. The receiving groove is configured to accommodate a terminal of the circuit breaker, and the connection plate is configured to be electrically connected to the terminal of the circuit breaker. The connection plane is located in the receiving groove and is configured to be connected to an external power output terminal.