DE102013112104A1 - Components Mounting System - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a component construction system (100) having a connection module (300, 300-1) and a functional component (400), wherein the functional component (400) is a functional component lower part (403) that can be placed on the connection module (300, 300-1) and a functional component upper part (405) which can be placed on the functional component lower part (403), and wherein the component assembly system (100) can be laterally expanded via the connecting module (300, 300-1) with a second functional component (400).

Description

The present invention relates to a component building system having a connection module and a functional component.

Complex systems of automation technology typically consist of a multiplicity of functional components that are arranged in a control cabinet. The distribution functions for energy and data are realized with separate plug-in systems. A cabinet-free design is not possible because peripherals hang near the cabinet with a star-shaped power distribution. If fieldbus concepts are used in which individual components are placed on back plates, high weight forces are exerted on the back plates.

Housings for electrical appliances are usually one-piece or two-piece. A combination with other enclosures via wiring or interfaces in a direction of removal.

It is the object underlying the invention to provide a component assembly system for electrical components, which is arbitrarily expandable in two dimensions.

This object is achieved by the subject matter having the features of the independent claim. Advantageous embodiments of the invention are the subject of the figures, the description and the dependent claims.

According to one aspect of the invention, the object is achieved by a component assembly system comprising a connection module and a functional component, wherein the functional component comprises a functional component lower part that can be placed on the connection module, and a functional component upper part that can be placed on the functional component lower part, and wherein the component assembly system has the connection module a second functional component is laterally expandable.

The second functional component may correspond in structure to one of the functional components described herein.

Due to the lateral expandability, the component building system can not only vertically, but also laterally or horizontally, i. in the extension direction of the support rail, continued with other functional components using one or more connection modules or extended. The connection module can be designed here as a bridge module.

The connecting module may, according to one embodiment, comprise at least one peripheral, elastic sealing lip, which is formed, for example, from an elastomer material. The elastic sealing lip seals the connection between the connection module and the functional component lower part.

The connection module according to one embodiment is a bridge module. According to another embodiment, the connection module is a line.

This achieves, for example, the technical advantage of providing a modular system for electrical components of the component building system that can be used in two dimensions, i. laterally to the left, to the right and up, by entrainment and replication of mechanical and electrical interfaces in an actuation / joining direction is arbitrarily expandable. This results in a housing concept for functional components, such as power supplies, motor switches with variable mounting technology and variable connection technology.

The component building system forms a fieldbus system according to one embodiment.

In an advantageous embodiment, the functional component lower part comprises the first connection device for electrical connection to the connection module and a second connection device for electrical connection to a second connection module. As a result, the technical advantage is achieved, for example, that signals, such as fieldbus signals can be looped through the functional component lower part.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the first connection device and / or the second connection device is formed by a socket, in particular a socket, or by a plug. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that the electrical contacts can be made in a simple manner by placing the functional component lower part.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component upper part is detachably connectable to the functional component lower part, in particular screwed or latched, or wherein the functional component upper part and the functional component lower part are permanently connected or wherein the functional component upper part and the functional component lower part form an integral module. As a result, for example, the technical Advantage achieved that a stable attachment between the functional component lower part and the functional component shell is achieved.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component lower part comprises a connection plug-in section or a socket section for electrical connection to the functional component upper part. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that the plugged-in functional component upper part can be plugged by the connection plug portion in the intended position and orientation on the functional component lower part.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, a sealing element is arranged between the functional component lower part and the functional component upper part. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that the penetration of moisture or dirt is prevented.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component lower part and / or the functional component upper part comprises a circumferential recess for insertion of the sealing element. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that an unintentional displacement of the sealing element is prevented.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component lower part has the same housing width as the functional component upper part. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that results in a flush outside of the functional component.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component lower part and the connection module can be connected by means of a positive connection in order to receive the tensile forces acting on the connection between the connection module and the functional component lower part along a support profile rail. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that laterally acting forces can be transmitted to the connection module and a vertical mounting of the functional component lower part is made possible by plugging. The positive connection also allows a centering of the functional component lower part on the connection module. In addition, this can be a relief or mechanical decoupling of the electrical connections are effected. In this way, a thermal expansion of the component system in electrical operation can also be taken into account.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the positive connection is a tongue and groove connection or a dovetail connection.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component lower part comprises an insertion portion, wherein the connection module comprises a receiving groove, and wherein the insertion portion and the receiving groove form the positive connection, or wherein the functional component lower part comprises a receiving groove, wherein the connection module comprises an insert portion, and wherein the insert portion and the receiving groove form the positive connection.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, a further functional component upper part can be placed on the functional component upper part. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that several functional component tops can be stacked on top of each other. In addition, a vertical scalability or vertical expandability or stackability of the component assembly system can be achieved.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component upper part comprises a contact block with a terminal for connecting electrical conductors. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that electrical conductors or cables can be connected without plug with the component assembly system.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component lower part and / or the connection module comprises a wall fastening device for wall mounting. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that a wall mounting of the component assembly system is made possible.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component construction system, the functional component lower part comprises a component fastening device for holding the functional component on a supporting profiled rail. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that a fast and stable mounting along the support rail is made possible. In this case, the component mounting device can hold the functional component on the support rail in the vertical direction, while the functional component on the support rail laterally, ie horizontally, is displaced. In this way, a thermal expansion of the component system in electrical operation can be taken into account.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the component fastening device comprises a locking slide for holding the functional component lower part or for locking in at least one direction of movement of the functional component lower part on the supporting profile rail. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that a stable attachment of the functional component lower part is made possible.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the locking slide is displaceable on the functional component lower part between a locking position for holding the functional component lower part on the support rail and a release position for placing the functional component lower part on the support rail. As a result, for example, the technical advantage is achieved that an unintentional displacement of the locking slide is prevented.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component upper part forms a connection interface for the functional component lower part and a further connection interface for a further functional component upper part which can be placed on the functional component upper part. The further functional component upper part can be a functional component upper part of a further functional component. As a result, the functional component upper part can be used as an intermediate ring for the vertical expandability of the component assembly system with further functional components.

According to one embodiment, the respective functional component upper part can form a cover element.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the connection module and the functional component lower part are replaced by a common functional component lower part, to which at least one electrical line can be connected laterally. As a result, an autonomous or a networked stand-alone solution can be provided.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component construction system, the separable functional component lower part is surface-mountable, for example by means of screw connections.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the functional component lower part can be spaced apart by the electrical conduction of further functional components. As a result, horizontally different distances between adjacent functional components can be realized.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component construction system, the component construction system comprises a terminal block for securing the connection module against the displaceability on the support rail, wherein the terminal block is connectable to the connection module.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the connection module comprises a dovetail recess for laterally fixing the connection module to the terminal block.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the terminal block with the connection module non-positively or positively, in particular by means of a T-groove / spring connection or a dovetail connection or a screw or a clamp connection, connectable.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the clamping block is designed to engage around the support rail positively and / or to clamp force-locking.

In a further advantageous embodiment of the component assembly system, the terminal block comprises an outwardly guided ground terminal, which is electrically conductively connected to the support rail.

Further embodiments of the invention are illustrated in the drawings and will be described in more detail below.

Show it:

1 a cross-sectional view of a component assembly system;

2 a view of the component assembly system;

3 a view of a functional component base with two connection modules;

4 an exploded view of the component assembly system;

4A an insert portion of a tongue and groove joint;

4B a bottom view of a functional component base;

5 another exploded view of the component assembly system;

6 another exploded view of the component assembly system;

7 a further exploded view of the component assembly system with two functional components upper parts;

8th a view of a sealing element;

9 a housing part of a functional component upper part; and

10 a functional component lower part.

1 shows a cross-sectional view of a component assembly system 100 , The component construction system 100 is composed of a plug-together housing kit, in which the components on a support rail 200 be snapped. The design concept of the component assembly system 100 includes a support rail 200 as assembly platform, connection modules 300 and functional components 400 , each consisting of a lower connecting part and a functional upper part.

Depending on the application, different designs of the design concept can be realized. The design concept is endlessly expandable. The internal electrical connections for power distribution, for example, 400V or 24V and the data bus are realized simultaneously with the mating of the components. The connection functions are in a function component lower part 403 as housing lower part of the functional components 400 and the connection modules 300 with the bridge plugs 305 realized. The functions Supply, Protect, Switch result from the sequence of the arrangement of the functional components 400 , The user functions, such as supplying, protecting or switching, are in the functional component top part 405 realized as a housing upper part, via the plug contacts of an interface with the functional component lower part 403 connected is.

The functional component shell 405 has a defined mechanical and electrical interface to the functional component lower part 403 and can also be divided into other functional components 403 to be used with the same interface. The functional component lower part 403 contains the connection technique. The functional component shell 405 contains, for example, the functions Disconnect, Protect or Switch. The direction of action of the aforementioned functions takes place depending on the functional component upper part 405 and functional component lower part 403 in the line and / or in the consumer outlet, ie a connector in the functional component shell 405 , The connection technique can be found in the functional component lower part 403 be interrupted.

The supporting profile rail 200 Forms a one-piece carrier system with a wide rail for a rack! Structure that matches the geometry of the support edges of the connection module 300 and the functional components 400 replicates. Alternatively, two separate standard support rails may be used as a two-part support system, for example, with a width of 35 mm, for wall construction. The support profile can be formed by a hat profile.

2 shows a plan view of the component assembly system 100 , As an electrical connection for power distribution and the data bus are on the support rails 200 Snap-on connection modules 300 . 300-1 with forward facing bridge connectors 305 snapped. The Aufsteckrichtung on the connection modules is perpendicular to the plane that the support rails 200 span. The functional components 400 each include one or more component mounting devices 401 for fixing the functional component 400 on the support rail 200 , On the left side of the composite there is a terminal block 103 ,

3 shows a view of the functional component base 403 with two connection modules 300-1 and 300-2 , The functional component lower part 403 is on each a left-side connection module 300-1 and a right side connection module 300-2 placed. The connecting modules 300-1 and 300-2 and the functional component lower part 403 are for mounting on the mounting rail 200 suitable. With the component construction system 100 An unlimited left and right side rows of housing parts is possible.

4 shows an exploded view of the component building system 100 , The connection modules 300-1 and 300-2 are on the support rail 200 can be placed and along the support rail 200 displaceable. The functional component lower part 403 Each has a connection device for electrical connection with the left connection modules 300-2 and the right connection module 300-2 on. The connection devices are formed for example by sockets, in which the protruding contact portions 307 the connection modules 300-1 and 300-2 can be used. The functional component lower part 403 allows an expansion option with electronic functions, through the formation of an interface electrically and mechanically upward. About the connection modules 300 the interfaces can be arranged electrically and mechanically to the left and / or to the right in any desired length.

The functional component lower part 403 and the connection module 300-1 respectively. 300-2 are each by means of a positive connection, such as a tongue and groove connection, bindable. The functional component lower part 403 includes at the bottom, for example, a protruding insert portion 413 , For example, a spring, for insertion into a receiving groove 303 of the respective connection module 300-1 and 300-2 to tensile forces of the functional component lower part 403 along a supporting rail 200 take. The functional component lower part 403 the functional component 400 is on the support rail 200 by means of a component fastening device 401 attached.

The insert section 413 the spring-groove connection is in 4A shown enlarged again.

In 4B is a subview of the feature component subpart 403 with the above insert section 413 and locking pushers 437 ,

At the top of the functional component lower part 403 is a circumferential recess 411 formed, in which an annular sealing element 407 can be used. The sealing element 407 seals the gap between the functional component lower part 403 and the functional component shell 405 from. Depending on the sealing element 407 different degrees of protection can be realized from IP20 to IP6x. Additionally, at the top of the functional component base 403 several protruding Anschlussteckabschnitte 409 formed that make a mating face. The connection plug sections 409 form an interface for the electrical and mechanical connection of the functional component upper part 405 ,

Inside the functional component shell 405 there is a contact block 415 with several terminals for connecting individual electrical conductors, so that the functional component upper part 405 has a distributor function. The functional component shell 405 includes a lid 417 without electrical connection unit, which together with the sealing element 419 is put on. The sealing element 419 is done by means of the four screws 421 on a frame-shaped housing part 425 of the functional component shell 405 attached. The functional component shell 405 is done by means of screws 423 with the functional component lower part 403 screwed.

Through the functional component lower part 403 becomes an unlimited stacking of functional component shells 403 allows. Overall, a repeatable combination of an electrical plug connection with a mechanical housing construction is achieved by the functional component lower part.

5 shows a further exploded view of the component assembly system 100 without the connection modules 300-1 and 300-2 , Otherwise, the structure corresponds to that 4 ,

The mechanical and electrical interfaces of the functional component lower part 403 and the functional component shell 405 Form a housing kit that allows unlimited expansion and extension of the component assembly system in both the vertical and horizontal directions. Mechanical codes of the functional component lower part 403 and the functional component shell 405 allow a guided, correct position and stealth-proof assembly.

6 shows a further exploded view of the component assembly system 100 , Instead of a functional component shell with distributor function, a functional component shell is created 405 with power supply function, on the functional component lower part 403 placed. The sealing element 407 will with the screws 427 on the functional component lower part 403 attached. The lateral alignability of the housings of the functional component lower parts 403 can be carried out to the left and to the right by forming self-replicating mechanical and electrical interfaces to the left and right. The individual components can be coded for the correct arrangement of the electrical devices in the housing parts.

7 shows a further exploded view of the component assembly system 100 with two functional components 405-1 and 405-2 , The first functional component shell 405-1 with a distributor function comes with a sealing element 407-1 on the functional component lower part 403 mounted and connected electrically and mechanically.

On the first functional component shell 405-1 becomes a second functional component shell 405-2 with the sealing element 407-2 placed. The second functional component shell 405-2 has a power supply function.

The first functional component shell 405-1 is between the functional component lower part 403 and the second functional component shell 405-2 arranged. Through the first functional component shell 405-1 a housing middle part is formed as an intermediate ring with electrical connection unit. In this way, the same mechanical and electrical interfaces can be stacked up and down. When removing or installing the component assembly system, there is a single joining direction for all combinations and only one electrical connection unit for a wired connection or a plug-in solution.

8th shows a view of a sealing element 407 , The sealing element 407 with a sealing contour spring allows a uniform, symmetrical sealing frame between the functional component lower part 403 and the functional component shell 405 , The sealing element 407 includes two cylinder sections each in the corners 429 and two hexagonal sections 431 inserted into corresponding recesses in the housing part 425 be used so that a faulty insertion is prevented. The two cylinder sections 429 and the two hexagonal sections 431 stand on both sides of the sealing element 407 out.

9 shows a housing part 425 of the functional component shell 405 , A guide and coding takes place in the correct position joining the housing parts 425 through double-sided guide sleeves 433 and 435 inside the housing part 425 with hexagon and cylinder outer contour. The circumferential recess 411 forms a Dichtkonturnut for the sealing element 407 , The housing part 425 forms a housing shell for receiving an electrical functional unit, which is suitable for all lower and intermediate parts. The housing part 425 allows the use of the functional component shell 405 as an intermediate ring for vertical extensibility with other functional components.

The connection module 300 is the key connector in the housing construction concept of the component assembly system 100 which shows both the electrical connections between the functional components 400 takes over, as well as together with the support rail 200 forms the connection to the classical construction technique. In general, the connection module 300 be designed as a floating bearing that only latching and displaceable on the support rail 200 fixed or as a fixed bearing with metallic clamping device and PE!

10 shows a functional component lower part 1001 , which is designed as a stand-alone solution. The functional component lower part 1001 includes a housing 1003 in which a terminal connection block or contact block 1005 is arranged for the reception and continuation of electrical lines. On the side of the housing are electrical cable bushing openings 1007 formed, which are formed in accordance with an embodiment as a line-sealing and line-train relieving, metric glands.

The housing 1003 is also with fastener receivers 1009 , For example, fastening tabs provided, which are provided for receiving fasteners such as screws. As a result, a surface attachment of the functional component lower part 1001 allows.

The functional components, for example field stations, can be used as terminals of a classical star distribution by using a simple feed, or they can become subscribers or nodes of an energy distribution network by using a connection and distribution module (AV module). Switching! and protective devices, motor switches, bus couplers, or I / Os, etc. can be arranged in free, function-specific order on the left and right of the AV module. As a result, advantages in the engineering by a visible separation of small! and low-voltage components. Multiple functional components can span a network in any structure, such as a line, tree, or ring, as participants.

A central control cabinet within the designed power range of the power distribution is no longer required. By a suitable design of the entrained data bus, the order and the positions of individual components of the field station can be checked prior to commissioning on the planning-appropriate arrangement (Remote Putting into Service, Remote Service).

The component construction system 100 enables the construction of 'smart' installation networks for DC and AC and cabinet-free distribution in suitable plant layouts. The component assembly system can be used in the fields of installation or power distribution. With distributed automation, it is possible to set up modular field stations as function nodes in 'smart' installation networks. In alternative control cabinet concepts, it is possible to set up modular stations in the control cabinet without busbars and without control wiring with the same configuration for IP20 ... IP6x.

Through the component construction system 100 Modular motor switches can be developed in the field with high degree of protection. Through the component construction system 100 In addition, a holistic design concept (Power & Drive, P & D) is developed which solves the problem of advantageous distribution and provision of energy in the field, for example outside a control cabinet.

The modularity of the component assembly system 100 Enables the extension of the application beyond the modular field station to 'smart' power distribution up to an alternative cabinet design. In addition, a coverage of the spectrum of stand-alone functional components can be achieved as terminals on a classic star-shaped power distribution. The component construction system 100 allows flexible construction of modular systems in the field (IP6x) and inside or outside of a control cabinet on standard! support rails (IP20). During pre-assembly, pre-wiring can be carried out on a mounting frame.

The aforementioned component construction system 100 implements a housing kit that provides the necessary flexibility for a modular design and thus provides the basis for a decentralized installation system or a decentralized automation system. By expanding the mounting option on mounting rails, the design concept can also be used within control cabinets. This results in a housing concept for functional components, such as power supplies, motor switches with variable mounting technology. In general, the component building system 100 be designed for wall mounting or rail mounting with electrical connection unit. The component construction system 100 includes a variable connection technology for connection via lines or via a housing-integrated plug-in system.

All of the features explained and shown in connection with individual embodiments of the invention may be provided in different combinations in the article according to the invention in order to simultaneously realize their advantageous effects.

The scope of the present invention is given by the claims and is not limited by the features illustrated in the specification or shown in the figures.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

100

 Components Mounting System

103

 terminal block

200

 Supporting rail

300

 connecting module

300-1

 connecting module

300-2

 connecting module

301

 Module locking device

303

 receiving groove

305

 bridge plugs

307

 contact portions

400

 functional component

401

 Component fastening device

403

 Functional components base

405

 Functional components shell

407

 sealing element

407-1

 sealing element

407-2

 sealing element

409

 Connection plug-in section

411

 recess

413

 insert portion

415

 Contact block

417

 cover

419

 sealing element

421

 screw

423

 screw

425

 housing part

427

 screw

429

 cylinder section

431

 Hexagonal section

433

 guide sleeve

435

 guide sleeve

437

 locking slide

1001

 Functional components base

1003

 casing

1005

 Clamp terminal block

1007

 Cable feed-through openings

1009

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Claims (15)

Component assembly system ( 100 ) with a connection module ( 300 . 300-1 ) and a functional component ( 400 ), the functional component ( 400 ) a functional component lower part ( 403 ) connected to the connection module ( 300 . 300-1 ), and one on the functional component lower part ( 403 ) attachable functional component shell ( 405 ), and wherein the component building system ( 100 ) via the connection module ( 300 . 300-1 ) with a second functional component ( 400 ) is laterally expandable. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to claim 1, wherein the functional component lower part ( 403 ) a first connection device for electrical connection to the connection module ( 300-1 ) and a second connection device for electrical connection to a second connection module ( 300-2 ). Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to claim 2, wherein the first connection device and / or the second connection device is formed by a socket, in particular a socket, or by a plug. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component upper part ( 405 ) with the functional component lower part ( 403 ) detachably connectable, in particular screwed or latched, is or wherein the functional component upper part ( 405 ) and the functional component lower part ( 403 ) are inextricably linked or wherein the functional component upper part ( 405 ) and the functional component lower part ( 403 ) form an integral module. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component lower part ( 403 ) a connection plug section ( 409 ) or a female section for electrical connection to the functional component upper part ( 405 ). Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein between the functional component lower part ( 403 ) and the functional component shell ( 405 ) a sealing element ( 407 ) is arranged. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component lower part ( 403 ) and the connection module ( 300 ) by means of a positive connection ( 413 . 303 ) are connectable to the connection between the connection module ( 300 ) and the functional component lower part ( 403 ) acting tensile forces along a support rail ( 200 ). Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component upper part ( 405-1 ) another functional component shell ( 405-2 ) can be placed. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component upper part ( 405 ) a contact block ( 415 ) comprising a terminal for connecting electrical conductors. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component lower part ( 403 ) a component fastening device ( 401 ) for holding the functional component ( 400 ) on a support rail ( 200 ). Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to claim 10, wherein the component mounting device ( 401 ) a locking slide ( 437 ) for holding the functional component lower part ( 403 ) on the support rail ( 200 ). Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to claim 11, wherein the locking slide ( 437 ) on the functional component lower part ( 403 ) between a locking position for holding the functional component lower part ( 403 ) on the support rail ( 200 ) and a release position for placing the functional component lower part ( 403 ) on the support rail ( 200 ) or lifting the function component sub-part ( 403 ) is displaceable. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the functional component upper part ( 405 ) a connection interface for the functional component lower part and a further connection interface for a component on the functional component ( 405 ) attachable further functional component shell forms. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 13, wherein the connection module ( 300 ) and the functional component lower part ( 403 ) by a common, in particular surface-mountable, functional component lower part ( 1001 ), to which at least one electrical line can be connected laterally. Component assembly system ( 100 ) according to claim, wherein the functional component lower part ( 1001 ) is spaced apart by the electrical conduction of further functional components.

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