Field Device Fixing Adapter for Multi-Orientation Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Field devices in process automation often require complex adaptations and adjustments in orientation when installed in different situations, such as on container walls or ceilings, leading to increased installation complexity and potential misalignment of measuring units.
Innovation Solution
A fastening system comprising a field device and a fastening adapter with multiple fastening means that allow the field device to be securely attached in at least two orientations, enabling flexible positioning and alignment without altering the device's housing, using snap-in, bayonet, or screw connections, and incorporating a position detection unit for automatic orientation recognition.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the housing of a field device is adapted to a specific mounting situation, then the field device can be securely mounted in that specific orientation, but the field device cannot be installed in different orientations or situations without additional adaptations
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into two separate components: a standardized field device housing and a situation-specific fastening adapter. The adapter contains the orientation-specific fastening means, while the field device housing remains unchanged. This segmentation allows the same field device to be mounted in different orientations by simply changing the adapter, not the housing.
Solution Approach 2:
The fastening adapter serves as an intermediary component between the standardized field device housing and the mounting surface. It translates the standardized mounting interface into situation-specific mounting configurations (e.g., ceiling-mounted, wall-mounted, pipe-mounted) without requiring modifications to the field device housing itself.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple fastening means are provided on the field device housing for different orientations, then the field device can be mounted in multiple orientations, but the field device housing becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple fastening means are segmented and placed in separate fastening adapters rather than being integrated into the field device housing. Each adapter contains the specific fastening means required for a particular mounting situation, keeping the housing simple while providing mounting flexibility through interchangeable adapters.
Solution Approach 2:
The standardized housing is designed with a universal mounting interface that can work with different fastening adapters. This universal interface allows the same housing to be mounted in multiple orientations by simply changing the adapter, rather than incorporating multiple specialized fastening systems into the housing itself.
3Ease of operation
If the field device housing is modified to accommodate different mounting situations, then optimal positioning can be achieved, but the housing design becomes more complex and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting adaptation functionality is segmented into separate fastening adapters that are manufactured independently from the standardized housing. This allows the housing to be produced in large quantities with a simple, standardized design, while the adapters are manufactured to match specific mounting requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The fastening adapter acts as an intermediary that provides situation-specific mounting capabilities without requiring modifications to the standardized housing design. This maintains manufacturing simplicity for the housing while still enabling optimal positioning in various mounting situations through the adapter.
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AI summary
Mounting system (100) for a field device (200), comprising: at least one field device (200), comprising a first housing part (230); at least one mounting adapter (300), comprising a second housing part (310) for captive mounting of the first housing part (230); wherein the first housing part (230) comprises at least one mounting means and/or the second housing part (310) comprises at least one mounting means; wherein the mounting means(s) are arranged such that the field device (200) can be engaged with the second housing part (310) in a first orientation and with the second housing part (310) in a second orientation.