DE202009005584U1 - Organization rack for desks for the orderly storage of power distributors and cable excess lengths - Google Patents

Abstract

Organization rack (4) for the clear installation of power distributors (5) and ordered accommodation of cable excess lengths (16), which occur between the power distribution and the electrically operated office equipment or consumer electronics, includes storage for the cable excess length, holders for fixing the excess length loops, and a preferably channel-shaped frame for switchable, conventional socket distributors and is characterized in that:
the organization rack preferably has a gutter (4, 19), the cable (29), cable excess length (16) and all power strips required for the power supply (5) of a computer workstation or more consumer electronic devices receives so that neither cable nor power strip touch the ground.

Description

Consumer electronics or computer workstations require a constant increasing number of devices and therefore a variety of Cables and their connections to the mains. The on-site predetermined Wall sockets are no longer enough, this set of devices to connect to the electrical network (computer, monitor, Printer, amplifier, or radio, TV, VCR, DVD, CD player, etc.).

When Compromise solution will therefore be multiple socket strips by the user (3s, 10s, etc.) used, then behind the cabinet or under lying on the desk. The prefabricated cables of the electric Devices and the supply lines are usually very long and then usually lie in a messy mess on the floor, together with the socket strips. When cleaning up, dusting or plastering leads the tangles to tangible problems. In addition, the cable management designed very difficult if additional devices connected should be. Finally, there are cables and power strips lying around a dangerous pitfall and thus a potential one Danger spot for all persons in the household.

Furthermore The above devices are never all operated at the same time. In the "stand-by" feature but consume unneeded Devices quite a bit of electricity. In that case it is better if the operator of the appropriate devices simply from Disconnect power. Preferably, then the devices at the touch of a button be ready for use as soon as they are needed. The easiest way to do this is by doing those Devices are grouped into workgroups whose function depends on each other (eg computer / monitor). Some users take this approach into account and conclude in groups the devices to switchable power strip. These device groups If necessary, the operator switches on or off by hand. The disadvantage is that power strips are usually somewhere behind the cabinet or lying on the floor and often difficult to reach are.

aim The invention is switchable power strips for To accommodate the user within easy reach, as well as the associated Remove tangles from the floor and in a cost effective and easy-to-mount organization rack neat and clear accommodate.

State of the art

It is known how to accommodate cables on a computer work table in a cable duct. The literature describes what the cable duct looks like and where it can be fixed to the desk. DE 101 52 555 B4 . DE 8803261 U1 . DE 9012743 U1 . DE 9005761 U1 . DE 8808707 U1 . DE 8803261 U1 . DE 7831436 U1 . DE 7825906 U1 . DE 7719844 U . DE 4303955 C1 . DE 3931548 C2 . DE 3931548 A1 . DE 3509989 C2 . DE 2525498 A1 . EP 399388 B1 and EP 399388 A1 ,

It is also described how electrical equipment can be integrated in a cable duct, such. B.: Power strips, power distributors, sockets, power supplies, etc. DE 7825906 U1 . DE 203 18 352 U1 . DE 200 23 91 U1 . DE 200 22 704 U1 . DE 199 27 354 C2 . DE 199 27 354 A1 . DE 196 14 751 B4 . DE 3534457 C2 ,

The prior art is also that z. B. aufzuschießen an extension cable in a ring shape and can be hung over a hook. It is also known to store cable excess length in drawers. The following literature describes how to accommodate cable excess lengths: DE 196 41 442 A1 . DE 44 42 823 A1 . DE 43 29 184 A1 . DE 43 22 142 C2 . DE 43 22 142 A1 . DE 43 15 275 C2 . DE 43 15 275 A1 . DE 43 01 421 A1 , and DE 42 30 418 A1

As well It is known that the industry has a variety of tools for Provides to electrical appliances via Switch power strips on or off (switchable power strip, Master-slave power strip for computers, etc.).

adversely with all previous systems, this is for one privately used desks are too expensive. standard manufactured desks for the private household thus not the requirements, the z. B. to a modern computer workstation be put. To claim cable excess length and power strips plenty of space, are usually a hindrance, or provide even dangerous stumbling blocks for the user dar. space for storage of power strips or storage space for cable excess length is common Desks usually not provided as standard. Furthermore, power strips are not within reach of the user attached and can be switched only cumbersome. electric wire are difficult to rank and can later also not arbitrarily removed or added.

Description of the invention

This Problem is indicated by the in claim 1 Features solved, such as: to be attached to the table Organization rack with a channel for holding cables, power strips and recording the cable excess length.

The advantages achieved by the invention be are in particular that previously lying on the floor cables and power strips are stored in a Organizational Rack ordered, electrical appliances are group on or off, power strip switches are accessible to the user, maneuvering are easy to perform and other devices, and their cables at any time subsequently can be connected to a power strip of the relevant workgroup.

An advantageous embodiment of the invention is specified in claim 5 and 10. Thereafter, a channel-shaped organizational frame ( 4 ) successively arranged power strips ( 5 ) on. All cables ( 29 ) are connected to the socket strips ( 5 ) in a gutter ( 9 ) guided. An embodiment of the invention for this purpose is in the drawings 1 and 2 and will be described in more detail below. The channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) is under the table top ( 1 ) or on one of the vertical desk sides ( 6 ) or to stick. 3 shows a variant of a clamp-like construction ( 27 ), with which the organization rack is attached to the table top ( 1 ) is mechanically fixed ( 40 ). 4 shows how the organization rack ( 4 ) alternatively from several individual parts ( 10 . 11 . 12 ) 6 ).

The development of the above claims allows according to claim 11 and 12, the inclusion of cable excess lengths. The 5 and 6 show an embodiment in which the cable excess length ( 16 ) by mushroom-shaped hooks ( 14 . 15 . 17 ) is recorded.

The development of the claims 11 and 12 allow a variant of the cable tray according to claim 19, after the cable breakthroughs ( 8th ) in the gutter bottom ( 11 ) with signatures ( 20 ) for guiding the cable excess length loop ( 16 . 34 ) are to be rounded off. The 7 to 9 show an embodiment of this claim.

It show the 1 to 12 following versions:

The 1 and 2 show the principal function of the channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ). The power cables ( 29 ) with the prefabricated plugs of the electrical devices are inserted into the socket strips ( 5 ) of the relevant function group and can be switched from there ( 7 ). They are simple breakthroughs ( 8th ) in the channel bottom, where cables ( 29 ) or cable excess length from the channel ( 9 ) are led out. Furthermore, the cables are ( 29 ) in the gutter and are connected to the socket strips ( 5 ) passed by. The channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) can be attached to the rear or side wall ( 2 ) of a desk ( 1 ) or fixed with adhesive. The cover of the gutter ( 9 ) with a cover part was not drawn for illustrative reasons.

3 shows how the channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) to the desktop ( 1 ) with a screw clamp ( 27 . 28 . 40 ) is to be attached. This variant is to be preferred if the organization rack is to be mounted quickly and easily.

4 shows how the channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) from individual wood segments ( 10 . 11 . 12 . 13 ) which are to be screwed together ( 6 ). This variant is particularly preferable when the manufacturer constructs a new desk and brings the new model with an integrated organization rack on the market. The cover of the channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) with a cover part was not drawn for illustrative reasons.

The 5 and 6 show how cable excess length ( 16 . 29 ) outside the gutter ( 4 ) is to be stored. This variant of an organization rack consists of the functional part gutter ( 4 ) and the hook strip ( 14 ). Both functional parts can be attached to the desk as two separate parts or as a common part. Breakthroughs in the ground ( 8th ) and in the lateral channel guide ( 18 ) lead the cables ( 29 ) in the plane of the hook strip ( 14 ). Here the cable excess length ( 16 ) of the individual cable loops over the mushroom-shaped hooks ( 15 ) hanged. The mushroom head ( 17 ) is designed flat on the inside, so that the cables are well managed and can not accidentally fall down when maneuvering. If the same hook to accommodate another cable, so the mushroom-shaped hook is to be provided with a cutting disc. From the level of the hook strip ( 14 ), the cables can be accessed via breakthroughs ( 8th ) are returned to the gutter. To facilitate the routing of the cables, these breakthroughs ( 8th ) be open to the side or be provided with (opening slots. 18 ) to be provided with opening slots, so that cables can also be introduced from the side into the channel. The opening slots were in 5 and 6 not shown.

The 7 to 9 show a modification of the Kabelüberlängenablage after 5 , The mushroom-shaped hooks are supported by cable guide bends ( 20 ) with guide surfaces ( 21 . 35 ) and storage hooks ( 33 ) with lateral cable routing ( 35 ) replaced. The channel guide ( 18 ) from 6 with side-mounted opening slots for maneuvering is here by successively mounted lateral guides ( 21 . 35 ) replaced. These secure cables and cable excess length during maneuvering. This keeps cables and excess cable loops in place and tangles not when maneuvering. The mushroom-shaped hooks of 5 and 6 be through bows ( 20 ) for the cable guide replaced. Storage hook ( 33 ) take the excess length ( 34 ) of thin cables (eg: data cable). Several sheets are arranged one behind the other and take the excess cable length ( 16 . 34 ), or at the same time serve as a support and support for the socket strips ( 5 ). Between the bows ( 20 ) Breakthroughs are provided for the cables. This makes shunting easier. In this solution variant, the channel width ( 20 . 36 . 33 in 9 ) so that there is enough space for cables ( 29 ) and cable loops ( 16 in 8th ) is available. Appears in this case, the channel-shaped organizational frame ( 4 ) Too wide, in a variant cables and cable excess length loops can also be led directly below the power strip, as on the right side of 7 shown.

In the lower left center of 9 a modification of the cable management sheet is shown ( 36 ). In this modification, the inwardly curved cable bow ( 36 ) a very good guide of cable excess length loops. On the left side are storage hooks ( 33 ), which are preferably cables with a very small diameter ( 34 ), such. B. communication, switching and patch cords. At the in 7 to 9 illustrated variants, it is advisable to accommodate all functions preferably in a common part. This is to fasten screws.

10 shows a variant of the accommodation of the cable excess length in a box-shaped half-shell ( 31 ). The half-shell is on one longitudinal side with a rotation axis ( 23 ) Mistake. Through holes are provided near the axis of rotation to allow outgoing cables to leave the half shell unhindered. In open state ( 30 ), the cable excess length is looped in the half-shell case ( 30 ). On the opposite longitudinal side of the shell several hooks or eyelets are mounted on the inside for the attachment of the excess length loops. Each overlength loop is fixed to one of these hooks, is thus positionally secured and tidy. For better clarity these fixtures were not drawn in the sketch. After installation, the half-shell is folded up ( 26 ) and locks in this position ( 31 ). For those of the power strip ( 5 ) coming cables breakthroughs in the upper longitudinal side of the half-shell are provided.

11 shows a further, simplified variant in the form of a folding bag ( 32 ). In open state ( 37 ), the excess length loops of the cables can be divided into separate compartments ( 38 ) are introduced. Is the folding bag in the end position ( 32 ) ( 26 ), she is to fix with straps in this position. The socket strips ( 5 ) can be placed above or below the folding bag. Preferably, the folding bag and the socket strips is to be arranged on a plate. This plate is to be mounted as a unit to the desk wall.

12 shows another solution variant for the Überlängenaufnahme ( 24 ) of cables in the form of a rotatable segment ( 22 ). The segment is around the narrow axis ( 23 ) pivotally mounted ( 26 ) and is horizontal or vertical to a desk ( 1 ) to fix. The shelf removes the cable excess length ( 24 ) and is there with a strain relief ( 25 ), where the cables leave the segment and are routed to the electrical equipment. In open state ( 39 ), all parts are easily accessible, such as: cable, cable excess length and socket strips. Is a hollow axis of rotation ( 23 ), so this can also accommodate cables. Advantageously, a hollow axis of rotation, since the cables are then exposed to only a slight relative movement when the segment is swung open ( 39 ). Furthermore, the cables are protected in the tube of the axis of rotation. In the vertical direction, the pipe is to be provided with several openings at a distance of about 10-20 cm. The openings ensure the cable outlet to the electrical equipment at the appropriate height.

Description of the figures

1 shows a desk ( 1 ) with a gutter ( 4 ) in a side view.

2 shows a desk ( 1 ) with a gutter ( 4 ) in a view from above.

3 shows a father in a side view, in which the gutter ( 4 ) at the desk with a screw clamp ( 28 ) to the plate ( 1 ) is mounted.

4 shows the gutter ( 4 ) as a partial view in a side view.

5 shows the channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) for receiving the connector strips and with a hook strip ( 14 ) for receiving the cable length ( 16 ) in front view.

6 shows the channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) with hook strip ( 14 . 15 ) in a side view.

7 shows the channel-shaped organization frame ( 4 ) as a combination of 5 and 6 in a view from the front.

8th shows the channel-shaped organization frame ( 19 ) with cable excess length ( 16 . 34 ) to 7 in a side view.

9 shows the channel-shaped organization frame ( 19 ) with several bends for the cable guide ( 20 . 33 . 36 ) to 7 in a supervision.

10 shows a variant of the cable excess length recording ( 16 ) in a suitcase-like container ( 31 ) in a side view.

11 shows another example of cable excess length recording ( 38 ) in a bag-shaped container ( 32 ) in a side view.

12 In a top view, a father shows the cable excess length recording ( 24 ) in a rotary drawer ( 22 ).

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desktop

2

Desk wall pedestal

3

floor

4

organization frame with gutter for holding power strips

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Power strip

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screw with the tabletop

7

switch

8th

breakthrough for cables

9

gutter for cables and power strips

10

front bar

11

channel bottom

12

mounting plate

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wood reinforcement for stabilization

14

Hakenleiste

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mushroom-shaped hook

16

Excess cable loop

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mushroom head

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lateral Channel guide, securing the cable loops

19

gutter-shaped Organization rack with cable overlay

20

bow for cable management

21

backup the cable loop

22

rotatable Segment for cable reception

23

axis of rotation

24

Excess cable

25

Strain relief

26

direction of rotation

27

clamp on the desktop

28

clamping or clamping device

29

electric wire

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open cable case

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cable case engaged, functional position

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Folding

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basket hooks for small cable diameters

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About length loop a cable with a small diameter

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lateral cable management

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to inside arched cable bow

37

opened Folding

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opening for introducing the cable excess length

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out schwenktes Turning segment, in front of desktop

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Clamping device clamp

QUOTES INCLUDE IN THE DESCRIPTION

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Claims (38)

Organization rack ( 4 ) for the clear installation of power distributors ( 5 ) and ordered accommodation of cable excess lengths ( 16 ), which occur between the power distribution and the electrically operated office equipment or consumer electronics, includes storage for the cable excess length, holders for fixing the excess length loops, and a preferably channel-shaped frame for switchable, conventional socket distributors and is characterized in that: the organization rack preferably a Gutter ( 4 . 19 ), the cables ( 29 ), Cable excess length ( 16 ) and all power strips required for the power supply ( 5 ) of a computer workstation or multiple consumer electronics devices so that neither cables nor power strips touch the ground. The organization rack according to claim 1 is characterized in that: the organization rack ( 4 ) just to the side surface ( 2 ) of each cupboard or desk, or under its tabletop ( 1 ) with screws ( 6 ) is to be mounted or glued. The organizational frame according to claim 1 is characterized in that: the organization frame having a helical-like construction ( 27 . 28 . 40 ) to the table top ( 1 ) of a conventional desk is fixed. The organizer frame according to claim 1 is characterized in that: that the open top of the trough-shaped organization frame ( 4 . 9 . 19 ) is provided with a lid, which then preferably with the table top ( 1 ) is flush and its contents like: cable ( 29 ) and socket strips ( 5 ) and protects against dust. The organizational rack according to any one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the gutter of the organizational rack ( 4 . 19 ) all power strips required for the power supply of the electrical equipment ( 5 ). The organization rack according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the power strip ( 5 ) in the gutter ( 4 . 9 ) are fixed in position by elastic bands or staples or grids. The organizational rack after one of the previous ones Claims is characterized in that: the gutter with the sockets to be accommodated are on one of the narrow sides or on the rear, wide side of the table top. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the respective groups of devices to be supplied with electricity via switchable socket strips (US Pat. 5 ) are switched on or off in groups ( 7 ), ie electrically disconnected from the mains. The organizational frame according to any one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the socket strips are arranged ergonomically, all switches ( 7 ) and sockets ( 5 ) are accessible and easily accessible by the user. The organizational rack according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the gutter all cables necessary for the operation ( 29 ) and to the socket strips ( 5 ) passes laterally or under this. The organizational rack according to any one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the gutter ( 4 ) in front of and behind the socket strips ( 5 ) Breakthroughs ( 8th ), to lead out any cable excess length as an overlength loop and to allow maneuvering. The organizational frame according to any one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: large cable overlengths looped ( 16 ) below the gutter ( 4 ) on hooks ( 14 ) are to be attached. The organizational rack according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the organizational rack ( 4 ) a bar ( 15 ) with several mushroom-shaped hooks ( 15 ) below the channel, over these is the loop-shaped combined cable length ( 16 ) is to hang. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the cable excess length of each cable ( 29 ) separated on a mushroom-shaped hook ( 14 . 15 ) to avoid tangling. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: at least one cutting disc on the shaft of the mushroom-shaped hooks ( 14 ) is to be attached, if a multiple assignment of the hook with several Cables is provided. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the height of the mushroom-shaped hooks ( 14 ) should be about 2-3cm to accommodate several excess length loops. The height of the mushroom-shaped hook should not be wider than the groove width ( 4 . 9 . 19 ). The organizational rack after one of the previous ones Claims is characterized in that: space for additional cable excess length loops is created when another row of hooks offset under the first hook row is arranged. The organizational rack according to any one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the gutter ( 4 . 19 ) several outbreaks down ( 8th ) and in the lateral direction in order to lead out the cable excess length ( 16 . 34 ) and cables ( 29 ), as well as maneuvering. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the breakthroughs ( 8th ) of the channel are rounded or arched to be designed so that cables are possible kink free. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: breakthroughs and the channel bottom between two openings ( 8th ) are to be designed in such a way that they form a coherent lead bow ( 20 ) for the cable excess length loop ( 16 ), the winding and depositing of the cable excess length in the channel ( 19 ). The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the guide sheets are curved inwards ( 36 ) to better guide and support the loops of cable overhang. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: in the case of a continuous lead bow ( 20 ) the gutter bottom ( 11 ) between two breakthroughs ( 8th ) in order to widen the space of the cable overflow loops ( 21 ). The organizational rack according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the storage hooks ( 33 ) can have a smaller bending radius for thin cables. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the channel bottom between the openings with lateral guide surfaces ( 21 . 35 ) so that the cables are secured against accidental release during maneuvering. The organizational rack after one of the previous ones Claims is characterized in that: the organizational rack for the absorption of cable excess length and Socket strips both on the outside and on the inside a desk wall can be attached. The organizational rack after one of the previous ones Claims is characterized in that: the organizational rack made of wood, metal or plastic. The organizational rack after one of the previous ones Claims is characterized in that: in the Fabrication of new desks the gutter for the power strips and the brackets for cable excess length is to be integrated into the tabletop or desk wall. The organizational rack after one of the previous ones Claims is characterized in that: the whole Desk side with organization frame, gutter and cable excess length is covered by an additional protective plate and so that the cable excess length before mechanical damage is protected. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the cable excess length in a box-shaped half-shell ( 30 . 31 ), which in the folded and locked state ( 31 ) protects the cables. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the half-shell ( 30 . 31 ) via a rotation axis ( 23 ) is folded down for shunting and in this open state cables are removed or added. The organization rack according to any one of the preceding claims is characterized draws that: the half shell ( 31 ) Has hooks or eyes on the upper longitudinal side, so that the loops of the cable excess length are to be fastened. The organizational rack after one of the previous ones Claims is characterized in that: the half shell at least one breakthrough in the immediate vicinity of the axis of rotation for outgoing cables. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the longitudinal side of the half-shell ( 31 ) has several openings for incoming cables. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the cable excess length in a pocket-shaped container or folding pocket ( 32 ) whose upper opening ( 38 ) for shunting is ( 37 ). The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the opening ( 38 ) of the bag-shaped container ( 32 ) is closed by elastic bands. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the cable excess length in a compartment ( 22 ) or a movable drawer is to be accommodated under or on the desk top (eg under the monitor). The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the cable excess length or the socket strip is accommodated in a rotatably mounted, horizontally or vertically pivotable compartment whose axis ( 23 ) is attached to the narrow side. The organizational frame according to one of the preceding claims is characterized in that: the cable excess length ( 24 ) in the swiveling compartment ( 22 ) are provided with a strain relief, so that they are not pulled out when pivoting the tray.