Integrated Cable Connector with Clamping Springs
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable connector systems require two separate components for wiring and guiding electrical conductors, introducing additional complexity and limiting internal device wiring to robots, while also exposing devices to environmental influences during external connections.
Innovation Solution
A cable connector with an insulating-material housing featuring opposing conductor insertion openings and clamping springs for simplified electrical connection of conductors, allowing internal device wiring and protection from environmental influences without requiring device re-opening for final assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a cable connector and wall duct combination is used for wiring, then electrical conductors can be connected to electrical devices, but two separate components are required and an additional contact point is introduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the cable connector and wall duct into a single integrated component. The cable connector housing includes both the connector body and the wall duct structure, eliminating the need for separate components while maintaining both wiring and guiding functions. This merging reduces the number of parts from two to one and removes the additional contact point between separate components.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a cable gland is used for guiding and connecting electrical conductors, then conductors can be internally connected in the device, but the cable gland is cumbersome to operate and does not allow for robot-assisted wiring
Solution Approach 1:
The cable connector features self-clamping springs that automatically grip the electrical conductors when inserted. The clamping springs are pre-loaded to engage with the conductors without requiring manual tightening or complex operations. This self-service mechanism enables automated robot-assisted wiring while maintaining secure conductor connection.
3Ease of manufacture
If a cable connector requires device re-opening for final assembly, then electrical connections can be made, but the device is exposed to environmental influences and the assembly process is extended
Solution Approach 1:
The cable connector is designed to be pre-assembled with the wall duct before the electrical device is sealed. The integrated connector-duct assembly is installed through the wall opening during the initial assembly phase, allowing the device to be closed and sealed subsequently. This preliminary action prevents environmental exposure during final assembly operations.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables simplified and tool-free electrical connections of conductors within and outside devices, facilitating robot-assisted internal wiring and protecting devices from environmental factors by reducing the number of components and contact points.
Implementation Method 1
the first electrical conductor can be loaded against the electrical contact by means of a first clamping spring
Data Source
AI summary
A cable connector for electrically connecting at least one first electrical conductor to at least one second electrical conductor. The cable connector includes an insulating-material housing, which has at least one first conductor insertion opening and at least one second conductor insertion opening. The second conductor insertion opening is opposite the first conductor insertion opening. The cable connector has at least one electrical contact in the insulating-material housing. The least one electrical contact is electrically contacted by a first electrical conductor via the first conductor insertion opening and by a second electrical conductor via the second conductor insertion opening. The first electrical conductor is loaded against the electrical contact via a first clamping spring and the second electrical conductor is loaded against the electrical contact via a second clamping spring such that the first electrical conductor is electrically connected to the second electrical conductor by means of the electrical contact.