Removable Surge Protector Modules for Standard Wall Enclosures
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional surge protectors lack a compact design suitable for mounting within standard electrical enclosures, such as double gang enclosures, which are often used in wall-mounted television systems, making it difficult to provide surge protection while maintaining a clean and cord-free aesthetic.
Innovation Solution
A surge protector designed to fit within a standard electrical enclosure, featuring one or more removable surge protection modules that can be accessed and replaced without removing the entire unit, utilizing standard mounting screws and a modular design with indicator lights and test/control circuits for module status monitoring.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If a conventional surge protector is used, then surge protection function is provided, but it cannot be mounted within standard electrical enclosures and requires additional space
Solution Approach 1:
The surge protector is designed with a standardized form factor that can be mounted within standard electrical enclosures, making it compatible with existing wall-mounted television systems and other electrical infrastructure. This universal mounting approach allows the surge protector to serve multiple locations without requiring custom installation for each application.
Solution Approach 2:
The surge protector is designed to nest within the existing electrical enclosure space, utilizing the available volume efficiently. The compact design allows it to fit within standard double-gang electrical boxes, effectively nesting the surge protection function within the existing electrical infrastructure without requiring additional wall space or external mounting.
2Volume of moving object
If a compact surge protector is mounted within an electrical enclosure, then clean aesthetic is maintained, but module replacement becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The surge protector is divided into modular components, with replaceable surge protection modules that can be independently accessed and replaced. The modular design includes separate modules for different surge protection functions, allowing selective replacement of only the depleted module rather than the entire unit.
Solution Approach 2:
The surge protection modules are designed to be extractable from the main enclosure through accessible openings or removable panels. This extraction capability allows users to remove and replace modules without dismounting the entire surge protector from the electrical enclosure, maintaining both compact installation and ease of maintenance.
3Shape
If surge protectors are mounted on walls behind televisions, then clean cord-free aesthetic is achieved, but access for maintenance becomes limited
Solution Approach 1:
The design incorporates accessible openings or removable faceplates that act as intermediaries between the wall-mounted enclosure and the modules inside. These openings allow users to access and replace modules from the front without needing to remove the television or access the rear of the enclosure, bridging the gap between aesthetic mounting and maintenance accessibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The surge protector is designed with pre-configured access points and modular components that anticipate future maintenance needs. The accessible module design allows users to perform maintenance actions without requiring special tools or extensive disassembly, preparing the system for easy upkeep while maintaining its wall-mounted aesthetic.
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AI summary
A surge protector that can be mounted in a standard electrical enclosure—such as a double gang enclosure. The surge protector includes one or more removable surge protection modules. The surge protection modules are accessible through the front of the surge protector. The removable module can be removed and replaced without dismounting the surge protector.