EP0822611B1 - Terminal block especially for initiator/actor terminals - Google Patents

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EP0822611B1
EP0822611B1 EP97111997A EP97111997A EP0822611B1 EP 0822611 B1 EP0822611 B1 EP 0822611B1 EP 97111997 A EP97111997 A EP 97111997A EP 97111997 A EP97111997 A EP 97111997A EP 0822611 B1 EP0822611 B1 EP 0822611B1
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  • the invention relates to a terminal block, in particular an initiator-actuator terminal, with signal conductor connections arranged in connecting disks and Distributor contact parts for the transverse distribution of the electrical power for the supply and control engineering connection of electrical components with the help of Distribution contact parts bridging, insertable in this and in length variable cross-distribution strips.
  • Such terminal blocks usually consist of a large number assembled into a connection block individual connecting disks, each with signal conductor connections as well as with a housing and distributor contact parts formed distributor elements equipped are.
  • the distributor contact parts have one hand via a connection point for a conductor and on the other hand via corresponding connection contacts in order when joining the separately available Connection disks or when connecting the distributor elements an electrical cross connection between the Manufacture distributor contact parts.
  • the Ensuring a safe electrical connection also a mechanical assembly of the distributor elements via connecting means molded onto this required.
  • the assembly or disassembly of such Terminal blocks involve a lot of work. Due to the large number of individual parts Warehousing expenses are also correspondingly high. In addition, they are on the cross-connection cross-sections and connecting contacts of the distributor contact parts transferable benefits limited.
  • initiator-actuator terminals for wiring machines and plant controls known from individual, essentially one piece molded connection washers, with integrated Connection rails when snapping on the clamps for one ensure automatic potential connection.
  • connection blocks made of individual elements be put together so that the inventory and the Assembly effort by the user is relatively high.
  • From DE-A-37 04 784 is a connecting terminal with detachable bridges electrical connection of adjacent terminals known.
  • contact terminals arranged next to one another in the connecting terminal by a Cross-connection rail connected, the length of which depends on the number juxtaposed or to be connected terminals or the terminals receiving connecting washers.
  • the length setting of the Cross-connection rail is made by separating one or more, Rail sections dimensioned according to the width of the connecting disk.
  • the connecting disks also have Slot openings for inserting and countersinking the cross-connection rails.
  • the modular terminal block known from DE-A-44 38 802 uses distributor contact parts, the conductor connections of which are also spring-loaded connections (Clamping springs) are formed, but the busbar pieces are lateral Have socket connections and side tabs.
  • Such Distribution contact parts cannot be used with a terminal block according to document DE-A-37 04 784 can be used because the cross connection is different in each case Way, namely on one side via a socket-plug contact and on the other hand via an elastically clamped to a busbar Cross-connection rail.
  • the invention has for its object a terminal block of the beginning mentioned type so that in the wiring of machine and Plant controls with terminal blocks of work and storage expenses reduced and a transverse distribution of large electrical powers made can be.
  • a terminal block Preamble of claim 1 solved in such a way that a first leg of the essentially formed as a U-profile distributor contact part as a contact surface for a conductor to be connected, while a second leg with a these in the U-profile opposite the web and the insertion Forms contact surface for the cross distribution strip.
  • a funnel-like insertion opening for the cross distribution strip second leg bent outwards at its free end and the clamping web bent at its free end to the second leg.
  • The is expediently second leg divided by a slot and the first leg with a Provide clamping spring for holding the conductor.
  • the connecting disks form the respective one Application case, corresponding one-piece compact element.
  • this can Distributor contact part according to the invention manufactured in one piece in a simple manner are guaranteed and safe despite the simple structure permanent contact with the cross distribution strip.
  • the insertion of the cross distribution bar is due to the angled contact leg and the offset of the Clamp leg relieved.
  • the offset also makes contact with the Cross distributor strip improved.
  • the carved formation of the contact leg also increases its elasticity and facilitates the insertion and removal of the Cross distributor strip.
  • the terminal block consists of two (or also several) combined into a compact element 7 Terminal washers 1 with one piece Housing 8 for receiving a distributor contact part 4.
  • the connection plates 1 also have via signal conductor connections 2 for connection to a electronics, not shown.
  • the distributor contact parts 4 are essentially U-shaped.
  • a first upright Legs 4a of the distributor contact part 4 forms the contact area for an electrical conductor (not shown) in a connection opening 9 in the housing 8 of the connecting disc 1 is inserted and resilient with the first leg 4a of the distributor contact part 4 is connected.
  • the conductor is jammed with a clamping spring attached to the first leg 4a 3, which has an actuating opening 11 in the housing 8 is tensioned and after their release the one to be connected Conductor firmly against the first leg 4a of the distributor contact part 4 presses.
  • the electrical cross connection between - depending on the size of the compact element 7 - two or more adjacent contact parts 4 is done by inserting the cross distributor bar 5 into those to be connected to each other Distribution contact parts 4, with the second, by a slot 10 split leg 4b the cross distributor 5 is clamped.
  • To this Purpose is within the distribution contact part 4 one parallel to the second upright leg 4b trending attached at its upper end cranked web 4c. Due to the spring action of the second leg 4b and the clamping web 4c is the one inserted between them Cross distributor strip fixed to the respective Distributor contact part 4 clamped.
  • the second upright Leg 4b is slotted to increase elasticity educated. Its upper free end is on the outside slightly bent in connection with the cranked Execution of the clamping web 4c the cross-distribution strip to plug in easily.
  • the number of the cross connections to be connected become cross distribution strips 5 different lengths needed.
  • Figure 4 are the cross manifolds 5 by notches 5a divided into individual sections 5b, wherein the length of a section 5b the width of a connecting washer 1 corresponds.
  • a cross manifold 5 required length Cut off at the notches forming a predetermined breaking point 5a can be produced in a simple manner.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Reihenklemme, insbesondere eine Initiator-Aktor-Klemme, mit in Anschlußscheiben angeordneten Signalleiteranschlüssen sowie Verteilerkontaktteilen zur Querverteilung der elektrischen Leistung zur versorgungs- und steuerungstechnischen Verknüpfung elektrischer Bauteile mit Hilfe von die Verteilerkontaktteile überbrückenden, in diese einsteckbaren und in der Länge variablen Querverteilerleisten.The invention relates to a terminal block, in particular an initiator-actuator terminal, with signal conductor connections arranged in connecting disks and Distributor contact parts for the transverse distribution of the electrical power for the supply and control engineering connection of electrical components with the help of Distribution contact parts bridging, insertable in this and in length variable cross-distribution strips.

Derartige Reihenklemmen bestehen üblicherweise aus einer Vielzahl zu einem Anschlußblock zusammengesetzter einzelner Anschlußscheiben, die jeweils mit Signalleiteranschlüssen sowie mit aus einem Gehäuse und Verteilerkontaktteilen gebildeten Verteilerelementen ausgerüstet sind. Die Verteilerkontaktteile verfügen einerseits über eine Anschlußstelle für einen Leiter und andererseits über entsprechende Verbindungskontakte, um beim Aneinanderfügen der separat zur Verfügung stehenden Anschlußscheiben bzw. beim Verbinden der Verteilerelemente eine elektrische Querverbindung zwischen den Verteilerkontaktteilen herzustellen. Außerdem ist zur Gewährleistung der sicheren elektrischen Verbindung auch ein mechanisches Zusammenfügen der Verteilerelemente über an diesen angeformte Verbindungsmittel erforderlich. Die Montage oder Demontage derartiger Reihenklemmen ist mit einem hohen Arbeitsaufwand verbunden. Aufgrund der Vielzahl von Einzelteilen ist der Lagerhaltungsaufwand ebenfalls entsprechend hoch. Außerdem sind die über die Querverbindungsquerschnitte und Verbindungskontakte der Verteilerkontaktteile übertragbaren Leistungen begrenzt.Such terminal blocks usually consist of a large number assembled into a connection block individual connecting disks, each with signal conductor connections as well as with a housing and distributor contact parts formed distributor elements equipped are. The distributor contact parts have one hand via a connection point for a conductor and on the other hand via corresponding connection contacts in order when joining the separately available Connection disks or when connecting the distributor elements an electrical cross connection between the Manufacture distributor contact parts. In addition, the Ensuring a safe electrical connection also a mechanical assembly of the distributor elements via connecting means molded onto this required. The assembly or disassembly of such Terminal blocks involve a lot of work. Due to the large number of individual parts Warehousing expenses are also correspondingly high. In addition, they are on the cross-connection cross-sections and connecting contacts of the distributor contact parts transferable benefits limited.

Darüber hinaus sind auch bereits Initiator-Aktor-Klemmen zum Verdrahten von Maschinen und Anlagensteuerungen bekannt, die aus einzelnen, im wesentlichen einstückig geformten Anschlußscheiben bestehen, wobei integrierte Verbindungsschienen beim Aufrasten der Klemmen für eine automatische Potentialverbindung sorgen. Jedoch müssen auch hierbei die Anschlußblöcke aus Einzelelementen zusammengefügt werden, so daß die Lagerhaltung und der Montageaufwand beim Anwender relativ hoch ist.In addition, there are also initiator-actuator terminals for wiring machines and plant controls known from individual, essentially one piece molded connection washers, with integrated Connection rails when snapping on the clamps for one ensure automatic potential connection. However, must here, too, the connection blocks made of individual elements be put together so that the inventory and the Assembly effort by the user is relatively high.

Aus der DE-A-37 04 784 ist eine Verbindungsklemme mit lösbaren Brücken zur elektrischen Verbindung benachbart angeordneter Klemmen bekannt. Dabei werden in der Verbindungsklemme nebeneinander angeordnete Kontaktklemmen durch eine Querverbindungsschiene verbunden, deren Länge sich nach der Anzahl nebeneinanderliegender bzw. zu verbindender Klemmen bzw. die Klemmen aufnehmender Anschlußscheiben richtet. Die Längeneinstellung der Querverbindungsschiene erfolgt durch das Abtrennen eines oder mehrerer, entsprechend der Breite der Anschlußscheibe dimensionierter Schienenabschnitte. Gemäß dieser Druckschrift verfügen die Anschlußscheiben auch über Schlitzöffnungen zum Einführen und Versenken der Querverbindungsschienen. From DE-A-37 04 784 is a connecting terminal with detachable bridges electrical connection of adjacent terminals known. In doing so contact terminals arranged next to one another in the connecting terminal by a Cross-connection rail connected, the length of which depends on the number juxtaposed or to be connected terminals or the terminals receiving connecting washers. The length setting of the Cross-connection rail is made by separating one or more, Rail sections dimensioned according to the width of the connecting disk. According to this document, the connecting disks also have Slot openings for inserting and countersinking the cross-connection rails.

Die aus der DE-A-44 38 802 bekannte Reihenklemme verwendet Verteilerkontaktteile, deren Leiteranschlüsse zwar ebenfalls als Federzuganschlüsse (Klemmfedern) ausgebildet sind, deren Stromschienenstücke jedoch seitliche Buchsenanschlüsse und seitliche Stecklaschen aufweisen. Derartige Verteilerkontaktteile können nicht bei einer Reihenklemme gemäß Dokument DE-A-37 04 784 eingesetzt werden, da die Querverbindung in jeweils unterschiedlicher Weise, nämlich auf der einen Seite über einen Buchsen-Stecklaschen-Kontakt und auf der anderen Seite über eine an einer Stromschiene elastisch verklemmte Querverbindungsschiene, erfolgt.The modular terminal block known from DE-A-44 38 802 uses distributor contact parts, the conductor connections of which are also spring-loaded connections (Clamping springs) are formed, but the busbar pieces are lateral Have socket connections and side tabs. Such Distribution contact parts cannot be used with a terminal block according to document DE-A-37 04 784 can be used because the cross connection is different in each case Way, namely on one side via a socket-plug contact and on the other hand via an elastically clamped to a busbar Cross-connection rail.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Reihenklemme der eingangs erwähnten Art so auszubilden, daß bei der Verdrahtung von Maschinen- und Anlagensteuerungen mit Reihenklemmen der Arbeits- und Lagerhaltungsaufwand verringert und eine Querverteilung großer elektrischer Leistungen vorgenommen werden kann.The invention has for its object a terminal block of the beginning mentioned type so that in the wiring of machine and Plant controls with terminal blocks of work and storage expenses reduced and a transverse distribution of large electrical powers made can be.

Diese Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß bei einer Reihenklemme gemäß dem Oberbegriff des Patentanspruchs 1 in der Weise gelöst, daß ein erster Schenkel des im wesentlichen als U-Profil ausgebildeten Verteilerkontaktteils als Kontaktfläche für einen anzuschließenden Leiter dient, während ein zweiter Schenkel mit einem diesen im U-Profil gegenüberliegenden Klemmsteg die Einstecköffnung und Kontaktfläche für die Querverteilerleiste bildet. In Ausgestaltung der Erfindung ist zur Bildung einer trichterartigen Einstecköffnung für die Querverteilerleiste der zweite Schenkel an seinem freien Ende nach außen abgebogen und der Klemmsteg an seinem freien Ende zum zweiten Schenkel abgekröpft. Zweckmäßigerweise ist der zweite Schenkel durch einen Schlitz geteilt und der erste Schenkel mit einer Klemmfeder zum Halten des Leiters versehen.This object is achieved according to the invention in a terminal block Preamble of claim 1 solved in such a way that a first leg of the essentially formed as a U-profile distributor contact part as a contact surface for a conductor to be connected, while a second leg with a these in the U-profile opposite the web and the insertion Forms contact surface for the cross distribution strip. In an embodiment of the invention to form a funnel-like insertion opening for the cross distribution strip second leg bent outwards at its free end and the clamping web bent at its free end to the second leg. The is expediently second leg divided by a slot and the first leg with a Provide clamping spring for holding the conductor.

In Ausgestaltung der Erfindung bilden die Anschlußscheiben ein dem jeweiligen Anwendungsfall in der Breite entsprechendes, einstückiges Kompaktelement.In an embodiment of the invention, the connecting disks form the respective one Application case, corresponding one-piece compact element.

Gegenüber den vergleichbaren Bauteilen gemäß dem Stand der Technik kann das erfindungsgemäße Verteilerkontakteil auf einfache Weise einstückig hergestellt werden und gewährleistet trotz des einfachen Aufbaus einen sicheren und dauerhaften Kontakt mit der Querverteilerleiste. Das Einfügen der Querverteilerleiste wird durch den nach außen abgewinkelten Kontaktschenkel und die Abkröpfung des Klemmschenkels erleichtert. Durch die Abkröpfung wird zudem der Kontakt mit der Querverteilerleiste verbessert. Die geschnitzte Ausbildung des Kontaktschenkels erhöht zudem dessen Elastizität und erleichtert das Einsetzen und die Entnahme der Querverteilerleiste. Compared to comparable components according to the prior art, this can Distributor contact part according to the invention manufactured in one piece in a simple manner are guaranteed and safe despite the simple structure permanent contact with the cross distribution strip. The insertion of the cross distribution bar is due to the angled contact leg and the offset of the Clamp leg relieved. The offset also makes contact with the Cross distributor strip improved. The carved formation of the contact leg also increases its elasticity and facilitates the insertion and removal of the Cross distributor strip.

Ein Ausführungsbeispeiel der Erfindung wird anhand der beigefügten Zeichnung näher erläutert. Es zeigen:

Fig. 1
eine isometrische Darstellung einer aus zwei Anschlußscheiben gebildeten, als ein Kompaktelement ausgeführten Reihenklemme mit Querverteilerleisten zur Herstellung der elektrischen Querverbindung zwischen den einzelnen Anschlüssen;
Fig. 2
eine Seitenansicht eines der in den Anschlußscheiben angeordneten Verteilerkontaktteile;
Fig. 3
eine Draufsicht nach Figur 2 und
Fig. 4
eine isometrische Darstellung einer die Verteilerkontaktteile verbindenden, in Segmente aufgeteilten Querverteilerleiste.
An exemplary embodiment of the invention is explained in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawing. Show it:
Fig. 1
an isometric view of a terminal block formed from two connecting disks, designed as a compact element, with cross-distribution strips for producing the electrical cross-connection between the individual connections;
Fig. 2
a side view of one of the distributor contact parts arranged in the connecting disks;
Fig. 3
a plan view of Figure 2 and
Fig. 4
an isometric representation of a cross-distributor strip connecting the distributor contact parts and divided into segments.

Gemäß Figur 1 besteht die Reihenklemme aus zwei (oder auch mehreren) zu einem Kompaktelement 7 zusammengefügten Anschlußscheiben 1 mit einstückig angeformten Gehäusen 8 zur Aufnahme jeweils eines Verteilerkontaktteils 4. Die Anschlußscheiben 1 verfügen des weiteren über Signalleiteranschlüsse 2 zur Verbindung mit einer nicht dargestellten Elektronik. Die elektrische Querverbindung zwischen den in nebeneinander liegenden Ebenen befindlichen Verteilerkontaktstellen erfolgt über Querverteilerleisten 5.According to Figure 1, the terminal block consists of two (or also several) combined into a compact element 7 Terminal washers 1 with one piece Housing 8 for receiving a distributor contact part 4. The connection plates 1 also have via signal conductor connections 2 for connection to a electronics, not shown. The electrical cross connection between those in side by side Distributor contact points located on levels via cross distribution strips 5.

Die Verteilerkontaktteile 4 sind, wie Figur 2 zeigt, im wesentlichen U-förmig ausgebildet. Ein erster aufrechter Schenkel 4a des Verteilerkontaktteils 4 bildet die Kontaktfläche für einen elektrischen Leiter (nicht dargestellt), der in eine Anschlußöffnung 9 im Gehäuse 8 der Anschlußscheibe 1 gesteckt wird und federnd mit dem ersten Schenkel 4a des Verteilerkontaktteils 4 verbunden wird. Das Verklemmen des Leiters erfolgt mit einer am ersten Schenkel 4a angebrachten Klemmfeder 3, die über eine Betätigungsöffnung 11 im Gehäuse 8 gespannt wird und nach deren Freigabe den anzuschließenden Leiter fest gegen den ersten Schenkel 4a des Verteilerkontaktteils 4 preßt. Die elektrische Querverbindung zwischen - je nach Größe des Kompaktelements 7 - zwei oder mehreren nebeneinander liegenden Verteilerkontaktteilen 4 erfolgt durch Einsetzen der Querverteilerleiste 5 in die jeweils miteinander zu verbindenden Verteilerkontaktteile 4, mit deren zweitem, durch einen Schlitz 10 geteilt ausgeführtem Schenkel 4b die Querverteilerleiste 5 verspannt wird. Zu diesem Zweck ist innerhalb des Verteilungskontaktteils 4 ein parallel zu dem zweiten aufrechten Schenkel 4b verlaufender, an seinem oberen Ende abgekröpfter Klemmsteg 4c befestigt. Aufgrund der Federwirkung des zweiten Schenkels 4b und des Klemmstegs 4c wird die zwischen diese eingeführte Querverteilerleiste fest mit dem jeweiligen Verteilerkontaktteil 4 verspannt. Der zweite aufrechte Schenkel 4b ist zur Erhöhung der Elastizität geschlitzt ausgebildet. Sein oberes freies Ende ist nach außen geringfügig abgebogen, um in Verbindung mit der abgekröpften Ausführung des Klemmsteges 4c die Querverteilerleiste problemlos einstecken zu können.As shown in FIG. 2, the distributor contact parts 4 are essentially U-shaped. A first upright Legs 4a of the distributor contact part 4 forms the contact area for an electrical conductor (not shown) in a connection opening 9 in the housing 8 of the connecting disc 1 is inserted and resilient with the first leg 4a of the distributor contact part 4 is connected. The conductor is jammed with a clamping spring attached to the first leg 4a 3, which has an actuating opening 11 in the housing 8 is tensioned and after their release the one to be connected Conductor firmly against the first leg 4a of the distributor contact part 4 presses. The electrical cross connection between - depending on the size of the compact element 7 - two or more adjacent contact parts 4 is done by inserting the cross distributor bar 5 into those to be connected to each other Distribution contact parts 4, with the second, by a slot 10 split leg 4b the cross distributor 5 is clamped. To this Purpose is within the distribution contact part 4 one parallel to the second upright leg 4b trending attached at its upper end cranked web 4c. Due to the spring action of the second leg 4b and the clamping web 4c is the one inserted between them Cross distributor strip fixed to the respective Distributor contact part 4 clamped. The second upright Leg 4b is slotted to increase elasticity educated. Its upper free end is on the outside slightly bent in connection with the cranked Execution of the clamping web 4c the cross-distribution strip to plug in easily.

Gemäß der Erfindung bilden entsprechend dem jeweiligen Einsatzfall zwei oder mehrere Anschlußscheiben 1 jeweils ein auf der Tragschiene 6 gehaltenes Kompaktelement 7, das somit in verschiedenen Breiten bzw. mit einer unterschiedlichen Anzahl von Querverbindungsanschlüssen ausgeführt sein kann. Entsprechend der Anzahl der zu verbindenden Queranschlüsse werden Querverteilerleisten 5 unterschiedlicher Länge benötigt. Gemäß Figur 4 sind die Querverteilerleisten 5 durch Einkerbungen 5a in einzelne Sektionen 5b unterteilt, wobei die Länge einer Sektion 5b der Breite einer Anschlußscheibe 1 entspricht. Je nach Anzahl der zu einem vorgefertigten Kompaktelement 7 vereinigten Anschlußscheiben bzw. der zu verbindenden Queranschlüsse kann eine Querverteilerleiste 5 erforderlicher Länge durch Abtrennen an den eine Sollbruchstelle bildende Einkerbungen 5a auf einfache Weise hergestellt werden.According to the invention form according to the respective Use case two or more connecting disks 1 each a compact element held on the mounting rail 6 7, thus in different widths or with a different number of cross-connection connections can be executed. According to the number of the cross connections to be connected become cross distribution strips 5 different lengths needed. According to Figure 4 are the cross manifolds 5 by notches 5a divided into individual sections 5b, wherein the length of a section 5b the width of a connecting washer 1 corresponds. Depending on the number of one prefabricated compact element 7 combined connecting disks or the cross connections to be connected a cross manifold 5 required length Cut off at the notches forming a predetermined breaking point 5a can be produced in a simple manner.

Das Einfügen der Querverteilerleisten 5 in die aus dem Klemmsteg 4c und dem zweiten Schenkel 4b des Verteilerkontaktteils 4 gebildete Klemmstelle erfolgt, wie aus Figur 1 erkennbar ist, jeweils über durchgehende Schlitzöffnungen 12 im Kompaktelement 7. The insertion of the cross distribution strips 5 in the from Clamping web 4c and the second leg 4b of the distributor contact part 4 nip formed is as from Figure 1 can be seen, in each case through continuous Slot openings 12 in the compact element 7.

Aufstellung der Bezugszeichen:List of reference symbols:

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AnschlußscheibenConnecting washers
22nd
SignalleiteranschlußSignal conductor connection
33rd
KlemmfederClamping spring
44th
VerteilerkontaktteilDistribution contact part
4a4a
erster aufrechter Schenkelfirst upright leg
4b4b
zweiter aufrechter Schenkelsecond upright leg
4c4c
KlemmstegClamping web
55
QuerverteilerleisteCross distributor strip
5a5a
Einkerbung (Sollbruchstelle)Notch (predetermined breaking point)
5b5b
Sektionen von 5Sections of 5
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TragschieneMounting rail
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KompaktelementCompact element
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Gehäusecasing
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AnschlußöffnungConnection opening
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Schlitz in 4bSlot in 4b
1111
BetätigungsöffnungActuation opening
1212th
Schlitzöffnung (Einstecköffnung)Slot opening (insertion opening)

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  1. Terminal block, particularly an initiator/actuator terminal block, with signal line terminals (2) arranged in connection plates (1) as well as distributor contact parts (4) for cross distribution of the electric power for the linking, in terms of supply and control technology, of electrical components with the aid of cross distributor strips (5) which bridge over and can be plugged into the distributor contact parts (4) and are variable in length, characterised in that a first limb (4a) of the distributor contact part (4), which is constructed substantially as a U-shaped profile, serves as a contact surface for a conductor to be connected, whilst a second limb (4b) forms, together with a clamping web (4c) which lies opposite this in the U-shaped profile, the plug-in opening and contact surface for the cross distributor strip (5).
  2. Terminal block according to claim 1, characterised in that for formation of a funnel-like plug-in opening for the cross distributor strip (5) the second limb (4b) is bent outwardly at its free end and the clamping web (4c) is bent at right angles at its free end towards the second limb (4b).
  3. Terminal block according to claim 1 and 2, characterised in that the second limb is divided by a slot (10).
  4. Terminal block according to claim 1, characterised in that the first limb (4a) is provided with a clamping spring (3) for retaining the conductor.
  5. Terminal block according to claim 1, characterised in that the connection plates (1) form a one-piece compact element corresponding in width to the respective application.
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