JP3705151B2 - Cable holding fixture - Google Patents

Description

[0001]
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a network cable holding fixture used for mutual information communication between electronic computing devices, and more particularly to a network cable holding fixture for connecting a large number of electronic computers with a large number of network cables. .
[0002]
[Prior art]
In order to exchange a large amount of information between a large number of computers, it is necessary to connect a large number of network cables to each computer. Since installation of such a large amount of network cables in a living space is not preferable in terms of security and maintenance, network cables are usually laid under the floor where computers are installed. However, when connecting such a large amount of network cables from under the floor, the following problems existed.
[0003]
Factors that increase the number of man-hours for laying work because the connector is buried in a large number of network cables, and the tip of the network cable, that is, the connection part of the connection connector part cannot be easily found and requires a lot of work to find it It was. In addition, it is necessary to place it in a place separated from the network cable so that the connection connector portion is not buried.
[0004]
For this reason, on-site adjustment work for laying the network cable takes enormous and enormous man-hours. Performing the adjustment work with enormous man-hours after installing the computer means that the apparatus system is left unattended in spite of the introduction of the system. If this neglected state lasts for a long time, it will give the customer a bad service image that a long and wasted time is spent from installation to operation.
[0005]
Furthermore, the network cable laying operation under the floor after the computer is installed is difficult because the computer is a high-rise object and does not transmit light, blocking light from the ceiling. In addition, there is a heavy computer over the operator's head, and there is a danger related to human life if the computer falls down in an unexpected situation such as an earthquake.
[0006]
In order to solve the above-described problems of increase in man-hours and reduction in work efficiency, a large amount of network cables are held and fixed using a cable holding fixture to improve work efficiency and reduce man-hours. However, since the conventional cable holding fixture uses a dummy connector having the same structure as the mating connector to which the connection connector part is connected in order to hold the connection connector part on the network cable side, a large amount As many dummy connectors as a certain number of network cables are required, and the manufacturing cost of the cable holding fixture increases.
[0007]
Also, when connecting the connector part, it is necessary to check the operation of the lock mechanism, and there are problems such as checking the large number of connector parts to increase the number of man-hours. Although it is removed, there is a problem that when the connector lock of the network cable is released and removed, the connection connector part on the network cable side is easily damaged.
[0008]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
Therefore, the present invention enables a safe and efficient operation, and at the same time, can hold the connection connector part on the network cable side without using a dummy connector, and has a structure in which the connection connector part is not easily damaged. It is an object to provide a holding fixture.
[0009]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
A cable holding fixture according to the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problem is a cable holding fixture for holding a cable having a connector for connection at a tip portion, and has a corner substantially the same shape as the cross section of the connector for connection. A connector panel having a plurality of holes, and a U-shaped bracket having a width substantially the same as the width of the connector for connection, at a position facing the square hole of the connector panel, The bracket is arranged.
[0010]
Since the connector for connection can be inserted into the U-shaped bracket by inserting the connector for connection through the square hole formed in the connector panel, the connector for connection and the cable can be easily held and fixed. It can be removed. In addition, since it is not necessary to prepare separate holding devices according to the number of cables to be fixed, it is possible to reduce the manufacturing cost of the cable holding fixture.
[0011]
In addition, the cable holding fixture of the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problem is that the U-shaped bracket and the connector panel are attached to the upper part of the side surface of the cable frame standing substantially perpendicular to the ground, An opening is formed in the lower portion of the side surface of the cable frame.
[0012]
By forming an opening in the lower part of the side of the cable frame, it becomes possible to irradiate the light from the light source arranged above the cable holding fixture to the lower side of the cable holding fixture. It is possible to ensure sufficient illumination during wiring work. In addition, the weight of the cable frame can be reduced.
[0013]
Further, in the cable holding fixture of the present invention for solving the above problems, a cable support that is a shelf-like plate is attached to the opening region of the cable frame, and a cable tie that holds the cables in a bundle is provided. A plurality of cable supports are formed.
[0014]
The cable support and cable tie are formed in the opening, so that when the connector for connection is fitted and held in the connector panel and the U-shaped bracket attached to the upper side of the cable frame, the ground It becomes possible to hold the cable that hangs down in the direction, and the cable hangs down to form a cable bending radius, thereby reducing the load on the cable applied to the connector for connection. As a result, it is possible to prevent damage to the connection connector and to easily attach and remove the connection connector.
[0015]
Also, the cable holding fixture of the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problems is characterized in that the cable frame is vertically attached to a base plate which is an H-shaped plate installed substantially horizontally on the ground. To do.
[0016]
By attaching the cable frame vertically to the H-shaped base plate, the cable frame can be stably arranged. In addition, since the cable can be passed under the floor through the H-shaped opening, it is possible to reduce the work space and improve the work efficiency.
[0017]
Moreover, the cable holding fixture of the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problems is characterized in that a plurality of cable ties for bundling and holding the cables are formed on the base plate.
[0018]
A cable that hangs in the ground direction when the connector is fitted to and held by the connector panel and the U-shaped bracket attached to the upper side of the cable frame because the cable tie is formed on the base plate. Can be held, and the cable hangs down to form the cable bending radius portion, and the load on the cable applied to the connector for connection is reduced. As a result, it is possible to prevent damage to the connection connector and to easily attach and remove the connection connector.
[0019]
In addition, the cable holding fixture of the present invention for solving the above problem is that the distance between the U-shaped bracket and the square hole portion is longer than the length of the connection connector formed at the tip of the cable. Is small.
[0020]
Because the distance between the U-shaped bracket and the square hole is smaller than the length of the connector for connection, the cable is inserted into the U-shaped bracket via the square hole. When held, the pinch portion of the connector for connection comes out from the connector panel surface. For this reason, when the connector for connection is removed from the connector panel, the grip portion can be easily picked up, and the connector for connection can be quickly attached and detached.
[0021]
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The following is one embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the present invention.
[0022]
Embodiment
The structure of the connector simple insertion type cable holding fixture of the present invention is shown in FIG. A plurality of network cables 2 provided with a network connector 1 at the distal end are held by a plurality of cable ties 3. The base plate 4 which is an H-shaped leg portion has a function of stably installing the cable holding fixture on a horizontal plane, and is provided with an elongated hole for attaching the cable tie 3, and a plurality of cable ties 3 are provided in the elongated hole. Hold through. A cable frame 5 that is a casing that is vertically attached to the base plate 4 is provided with a cable frame opening hole 6 that is a large square hole 9 for taking in light.
[0023]
In fixing and wiring work of the cable portion of the network cable 2, by forming the base plate 4 in an H shape, an opening portion under the floor is opened, and a large opening area can be secured. As a result, as shown in FIG. 2, it is possible to collect a large amount of network cables 2 into the floor and to work efficiently. In addition, a large opening area can be secured by the base plate 4 and a cable frame opening hole 6 is provided in the cable frame 5 so that a large amount of light can be taken in from the ceiling to the floor, making the installation work under the floor comfortable. Thus, the work efficiency can be improved.
[0024]
A U-shaped bracket 7, which is a bracket having a U-shaped cross-sectional shape, is attached to the cable frame 5 and has a function of holding a plurality of network connectors 1. The connector panel 8 is formed with a square hole 9 having an outer size that can pass through the network connector 1 and is attached to the cable frame 5 while covering the U-shaped bracket 7. A cable support 11 that is a base for securing the cable bending radius portion 10 is attached to the cable frame 5, and a long hole for attaching the cable tie 3 is provided in the cable support 11.
[0025]
If the entire weight of the network cable 2 is added to the network connector 1 inserted into the U-shaped bracket 7 and the connector panel 8, the network connector 1, the U-shaped bracket 7 and the connector panel 8 are damaged. there is a possibility. Therefore, by holding the network cable 2 by the cable support 11, the cable bending radius portion 10 is secured, and the weight of the network cable 2 applied to the cable connector 1 is reduced.
[0026]
FIG. 2 is a view showing a state in which the network cable 2 is held by the connector simple insertion type cable holding fixture of the present invention. The network connector 1 is inserted into a U-shaped bracket 7 attached to the cable frame 5 through a square hole 9 of the connector panel 8 and is held and fixed. The cable portion of the network cable 2 routed from the network connector 1 to the floor is fixed and held on the cable tie 3 attached via the cable support 11 while maintaining the allowable radius of the cable bending radius portion 10. Yes. Further, the cable portion that extends under the floor is fixed and held by a cable tie 3 that is attached via a base plate 4.
[0027]
The connector is not buried in the cable, and the connector portion can be placed at a location separated from the cable, thereby avoiding the risk of breakage of the connector. Further, when removing the cable holding fixture at the time of installing the computer, it is not necessary to unlock and remove the connector lock of the network cable 2, thereby avoiding the risk of damaging the cable-side connector. Furthermore, it is not necessary to prepare dummy connectors corresponding to the number of cables in large quantities, and the cost can be reduced.
[0028]
FIG. 3 shows a mechanism in which the connector portion is held and fixed by inserting the U-shaped bracket 7 through the square hole 9 of the connector panel 8 in the network connector 1. First, the network connector 1 is inserted perpendicularly to the connector panel 8 so as to pass through the square hole 9 of the connector panel 8 (FIGS. 3a and 3b). Since the shape of the square hole 9 is slightly expanded from the outer shape of the network connector 1, the network connector 1 is prevented from being rotated and positioned by this enforcement.
[0029]
Further, by inserting the network connector 1 into the connector panel 8, the network connector 1 is inserted into the pocket of the U-shaped bracket 7, and at the same time, abuts against the abutting surface 12 (FIG. 3c). This prevents the network connector 1 from swinging up and down. Further, the distance from the square hole 9 of the connector panel 8 to the contact surface 12 is optimal so that the network connector 1 can be stopped to such an extent that the knob portion 13 that the network connector 1 can pick up with a finger protrudes from the connector panel 8. It is a long distance.
[0030]
After this laying operation, the connector simple plug-in type cable holding fixture is removed and a computer is installed, and the network connector 1 is connected to a location where the connection destination has been determined in advance by the cable holding fixture of the present invention. As a result, the on-site adjustment work time can be shortened. Moreover, since the connection location of the network connector 1 can be easily found, the number of work steps can be reduced. It is not necessary to confirm the operation of the lock mechanism when the connector is connected, and it is possible to reduce the work man-hours and shorten the work time, and to provide the customer with a quick device operation service after the device is installed.
[0031]
With the structure of the present invention described above, the network connector 1 can easily hold the connector portion by a simple insertion operation. At the same time, even when the network connector 1 is removed, the network connector 1 can be easily removed by simply grasping the knob portion 13 of the network connector 1 with a finger and pulling it straight out.
[0032]
【The invention's effect】
Since the connector for connection can be inserted into the U-shaped bracket by inserting the connector for connection through the square hole formed in the connector panel, the connector for connection and the cable can be easily held and fixed. It can be removed. In addition, since it is not necessary to prepare separate holding devices according to the number of cables to be fixed, it is possible to reduce the manufacturing cost of the cable holding fixture. In addition, since the distance between the U-shaped bracket and the square hole is smaller than the length of the connection connector, the connection connector can be fitted to the U-shaped bracket via the square hole. When the cable is held, the pinch portion of the connector for connection comes out from the connector panel surface. For this reason, when the connector for connection is removed from the connector panel, the grip portion can be easily picked up, and the connector for connection can be quickly attached and detached.
[0033]
By forming an opening in the lower part of the side of the cable frame, it becomes possible to irradiate the light from the light source arranged above the cable holding fixture to the lower side of the cable holding fixture. It is possible to ensure sufficient illumination during wiring work. In addition, the weight of the cable frame can be reduced. In addition, since the cable support and cable tie are formed in the opening and base plate, the connector for connection is fitted and held in the connector panel and the U-shaped bracket attached to the upper side of the cable frame. In this case, it is possible to hold a cable that hangs down in the direction of the ground, and the cable hangs down to form a cable bending radius portion, thereby reducing the load on the cable applied to the connector for connection. As a result, it is possible to prevent damage to the connection connector and to easily attach and remove the connection connector.
[0034]
By attaching the cable frame vertically to the H-shaped base plate, the cable frame can be stably arranged. In addition, since the cable can be passed under the floor through the H-shaped opening, it is possible to reduce the work space and improve the work efficiency.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a configuration of a connector simple insertion type cable holding fixture according to an embodiment. FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a state in which a network cable is held. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a mechanism for holding and fixing a connector portion. [Explanation of symbols]
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Network connector 2 ... Network cable 3 ... Cable tie 4 ... Base plate 5 ... Cable frame 6 ... Cable frame opening hole 7 ... U-shaped bracket 8 ... Connector panel 9 ... Square hole 10 ... Cable bending radius part 11 ... Cable Support 12 ... Abutting surface 13 ... Knob location

Claims (6)

A cable holding fixture for holding a cable having a connector for connection at the tip,
A connector panel in which a plurality of square hole portions having substantially the same shape as the cross-section of the connector for connection are formed;
A cable holding device comprising: a U-shaped bracket having a width substantially the same as the width of the connector for connection; and the bracket is disposed at a position facing the square hole portion of the connector panel. Fixture. The U-shaped bracket and the connector panel are attached to the upper part of the side surface of the cable frame that is erected substantially perpendicular to the ground.
The cable holding fixture according to claim 1, wherein an opening is formed in a lower portion of the side surface of the cable frame. 3. The cable support according to claim 2, wherein a cable support that is a shelf-like plate is attached to the opening area of the cable frame, and a plurality of cable ties that bundle and hold the cables are formed on the cable support. The described cable retention fixture. The cable holding device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the cable frame is vertically attached to a base plate which is an H-shaped plate installed substantially horizontally on the ground. Fixture. The cable holding fixture according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein a plurality of cable ties for bundling and holding the cables are formed on the base plate. The distance between the U-shaped bracket and the square hole portion is smaller than the length of the connector for connection formed at the tip of the cable. The cable holding fixture described in 1.

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