Compact Junction Box Connector System With Nested Interconnect
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical junction box connector systems lack a compact and efficient solution for securely connecting and insulating conduit ends while maintaining electrical conductivity, especially in applications requiring flexibility and ease of modification.
Innovation Solution
A compact electrical junction box connector system featuring tubular conduit connectors with threaded seating screws and quick-connect feed compression contacts, along with an interconnect member that provides electrical coupling through insulated conductors and compression washers for secure and rotatable connectivity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If traditional electrical junction box connector systems are used, then electrical connectivity is provided, but the system size is large and occupies excessive space
Solution Approach 1:
The interconnect member is inserted within the connector cavity formed by the conduit connectors, with the interconnect conductors passing through the interconnect member. This nested arrangement allows multiple functional components to occupy the same spatial envelope, significantly reducing the overall volume of the connector system while maintaining reliable electrical connectivity between conduit ends.
2Volume of moving object
If compact connector design is implemented, then space is reduced, but assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connector system is divided into distinct modular components: conduit connectors with conduit ends and connector ends, and a separate interconnect member with interconnect conductors. This segmentation allows each component to be manufactured and assembled independently, simplifying the overall assembly process despite the compact design. The conduit connectors are secured to conduit pieces, and the interconnect member is then inserted to complete the electrical connection.
3Reliability
If secure connections are ensured through multiple fastening mechanisms, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The conduit connector integrates multiple functions into a single component: it provides mechanical attachment to the conduit piece through the conduit end, forms the connector cavity through the connector end, and facilitates electrical connection through integration with the interconnect member. This merging of functions reduces the number of separate parts and fastening mechanisms needed, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining secure connections.
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AI summary
A junction box connector system includes conduit connectors with hollow bodies that secure to pieces conduit and to each other to from a connector cavity. The junction box connector system also includes an interconnect member with interconnect conductors and electrical contacts that fit within the connector cavity and provide electrical conductivity between the sets of wires from the pieces of conduit.