Inverted Receptacle Mounting Base for Switch Packages
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting solutions for electrical switching packages are time-consuming, costly, and occupy a large area due to the need for multiple fasteners and standardized mounting tracks that are not compatible with all switch packages, such as the T9A relay package.
Innovation Solution
A mounting base with inverted receptacles that use snap-fit engagement and resilient arms to secure switch packages with diagonally located fasteners, reducing the number of fasteners required and minimizing the footprint by allowing for secure mounting with fewer screws.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If standardized mounting tracks are used to mount switch packages, then the mounting process is simplified and installation time is reduced, but the footprint area occupied increases and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple receptacles are integrated into a single mounting base structure, allowing multiple switch packages to be mounted simultaneously on one compact base rather than requiring separate mounting tracks for each package, thereby reducing the overall footprint area while maintaining efficient installation
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting base design allows receptacles to be arranged in an inverted configuration where one receptacle can be positioned within or adjacent to another, optimizing space utilization and minimizing the external dimensions of the mounting assembly
2Ease of operation
If standardized mounting tracks are used to mount switch packages, then the mounting process is simplified, but compatibility with all switch package types is reduced and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting base is designed with receptacles that can accommodate different switch package types through flexible positioning and inverted configuration, allowing a single base design to serve multiple switch package formats without requiring type-specific mounting tracks, thereby maintaining ease of operation while improving versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The receptacles are designed with adjustable or flexible mounting mechanisms that can adapt to different switch package dimensions and configurations, allowing the same mounting base to securely hold various switch package types through dynamic adjustment rather than fixed standardized interfaces
3Reliability
If multiple fasteners are used to mount each switch package individually, then secure mounting is achieved, but installation time increases and labor cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple switch packages are mounted simultaneously to a single base using a shared set of fasteners rather than requiring individual fasteners for each package, reducing the total number of fastening operations and installation time while maintaining secure mounting through the integrated base structure
Solution Approach 2:
The receptacles are pre-configured with positioning features and guides that align switch packages before final fastening, allowing for quick placement and reducing the time required for precise alignment and multiple fastening operations
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables faster, cost-effective installation of switch packages with reduced footprint, using fewer fasteners and allowing for easier removal and replacement, while maintaining stability and compatibility with various switch package sizes.
Implementation Method 1
Each of the first and second receptacles may comprise a pair of resilient arms contacting an edge of the mounting flange of the switch package when installed to the base
Data Source
AI summary
A mounting base for switch packages having a mounting flange is provided. The base includes a body having a first receptacle and a second receptacle, and each of the first and second receptacle is configured to accept a mounting flange of the switch package with snap-fit engagement. The first and the second receptacles are inverted relative to one another and allow mounting of the switch package with a fewer number of fasteners.