BRPI0804254A2 - connector clip switch for electric fences - Google Patents

Abstract

The KEY CONNECTOR CLIP FOR ELECTRIC FENCES deals with a key (1) to be used in electric fences (C) for the purpose of making electrical connections / connections in sectors where the key (1) is provided with a clip. (2) self-retracting which provides its coupling to the fence wire (3), the cable (4) being fixed to the key (1) by pressing the overlapping metal projections (5 and 6) the previous cavities (5A) where it is placed the capped portion (4E) of the cable and the rear recesses (6P) into which the core (4A) of said cable is inserted.

Description

"KEY CONNECTOR CLIP FOR ELECTRIC FENCES"

The present patent application is for an unpublished "KEY CONNECTOR CLIP FOR ELECTRICAL FENCES", which consists of a key formed from a plate, preferably made of stainless steel whose constructiveness allows one to press-hold the core of the electric cable and the opposite side featuring a retractable clip, ie with spring effect that can engage the fence wire with one click, thus minimizing power losses in the system resulting from poorly made connections and streamlining the process of switching sectors on and off.

It is well known that there are some restrictions on the management of electric fences by some people because it involves shock. Therefore, it is indispensable that the installation and components used in the assembly are adequate and safe in order to ensure the safety of people, as well as to ensure that the animals remain confined in the pastures enclosed in such fences.

Basically, the materials required for mounting an electric fence are: electrifiers, insulators, wire, grounding rods and wood chips, as well as other smaller accessories such as connecting levers.

In this application it is not necessary to detail the steps of construction of the electric fence, but it is essential to describe the keying intended for the connection and / or disconnection of the sectors.

More specifically, in any fence system, the project should foresee the division of the area into sectors that are pastures or group of pastures linked to a master line. These groups must be connected to the mains by means of "keys" that enable or disable certain sectors (s) that are not in use, reducing the length of energized sections, especially in dry periods of the year when the conductivity index is lower. .

Another application of the "wrenches" is the ability to help troubleshoot along the fence by turning sectors on and off, thus facilitating the repair of broken wires, loose insulators, damaged brackets, earthen wire, leaky underground passages, etc. .

In the current state of the art, there are several ways to make the "key" of binding. One of them uses a section of insulating tube with cable and the fence wire itself as conductor, this model is suitable for the connection of the bottom wire with the mains.

There is also a toggle switch, similar to an electrical switch, attached to the connector wire.

Therefore, in known connection models, it is common to have poor contact due to lack of adequate pressure, as well as rust which generates losses. On the other hand, rupture of the wire by continued use is common.

Aware of the gap in the state of the art, the inventor, a person active in the segment in question, after research and studies, created the "CONNECTOR KEY CLIP FOR ELECTRICAL FENCES", used to make electrical current connections along the electric fences. and respective sectors in a practical, fast and efficient manner with the purpose of minimizing system power losses due to poorly made connections, speeding up the switching on and off of the sectors themselves.

The innovative wrench, preferably made of stainless material, is equipped with a projecting coupling configuring a spring-loaded (self-retracting) clip, which clipped to the fence wire, maintains uniform and constant impression on such wire, thus generating perfect connection for long periods. Opposite to the clip, the piece features a series of shrinking cavities designed to accommodate the shrouded portion of the cable as well as its core (anterior cavities) both secured by pressure.

An advantage of the key is that it has no moving mechanisms and uses the conductor cable itself as a cable to the challenger, resulting in low cost and efficiency.

The key will be further explained through the illustrative and non-limiting drawings below:

Figure 1: Perspective view of electrical fence connector wrench clip;

Figure 2: Side view of the connector clip for electric fences;

Figure 3: Top view of the connector clip for electric fences;

Figure 4: Perspective view of the electrical fence connector clip-on switch showing the cable assembly sequence;

Figure 5: Perspective view of electrical fence connector wrench clip showing use;

Figure 6: Top view of the clip-on switch for electric fences in a first constructive variation;

Figure 7: Top view of the electric fence connector clip key in a second constructive variation;

Figure 8: Top view of the clip-on connector for electric fences in a third constructive variation.

The "KEY CONNECTOR CLIP FOR CERECASELETRICS", this patent application deals with a key (1) to be used in electric fences (C) for the purpose of making electrical connections / connections in sectors, where the key (1) is provided with a self-retracting clip (2) which provides its coupling to the fence (3) of the fence, the cable (4) being fixed to the key (1) by the pressing of the projections (5 and 6) overlapping the anterior cavities (5A) where it is The shrouded portion (4E) of the cable and the posterior cavities (6P) are placed where the cable (4A) of said cable is inserted.

More particularly, the claimed key (1), preferably made of stainless material, by the embossing process conforms to a creased rectangular body (7) on the sides in order to increase the mechanical strength of the part. The key (1) has a projection that forms a self-retracting trapezoidal clip (2) whose double angled conformation (°° 1 and °° 2) makes it possible, together with the tear (9) inferior to its insertion and / or connection to the wire (3) of the electric fence that remains enclosed and pressed between occlip (2) and the body region (7) adjoining the tear (9). In turn, the socket (1) has a pair of anterior cavities (5A) and another pair of smaller posterior cavities (6P), each overlapping by semicircular projections (5 and 6) that lend themselves to pressing the bare portion (4E) of the cable and cable core (4A) respectively by the action of a common tool such as universal pliers.

In a constructive variation, the key (1) may have an open occlude in the opposite direction to the cavities (5A and 6P).

In a second constructive variation, the key (1) may have the clip open in the same direction as the cavities (5A) of the same dimensions.

In a third constructive variation, the key (1) may have the substantially rectangular clip open in the same direction of the cavities (5A and 6P) of different dimensions.

Thus, the key (1) provides perfect connection to the wire wire (3) of the fence, quickly and conveniently and the fact that acting under pressure and made of inert material does not allow losses of power in the system.

Claims (4)

1.) "CONNECTOR CLIP KEY FOR ELECTRICAL FENCES", preferably made of stainless material, by the embossing process forms a creased rectangular body (7) on the sides, characterized by a projection that forms a self-trapezoidal clip (2). retractable, whose double angled conformation (2) makes it possible, together with the tear (9) below its insertion and / or connection to the wire (3) of the electric fence that remains clamped and pressed between the clip (2) and the body region ( 7) contiguous to the tear (9); key (1) has a pair of anterior (5A) and other (6P) smaller cavities (6P), each of which is superimposed by semicircular projections (5 and 6) which are useful for depressing the capped portion (4E) of the cable and core. (4A) from caborespectively. 2.) "CONNECTOR KEY CLIP FOR ELECTRICAL FENCES" according to claim 1, characterized in that in a constructive variation the key (1) may have the clip open in a direction opposite the cavities (5A and 6P). 3. "ELECTRIC FENCE CONNECTOR WRENCH" according to claim 1, characterized in that in a second constructive variation the key (1) may have the clip open in the same direction as the cavities (5A) of the same size. 4.) "CONNECTOR KEY CLIP FOR ELECTRICAL FENCES" according to claim 1, characterized in that in a third constructive variation the key (1) may have the substantially rectangular clip open in the same direction as the cavities (5a and 6P) of different dimensions.