SK171998A3 - Electric switches, sockets and the like for flush mounting - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention concerns electric switches, sockets and the like for flush mounting. These consist of bodies that are fixed into the flush-mounting boxes, to which alignment frames that have detachable coverings and locking components are fixed. According to the invention, these alignment frames have switch surfaces on opposite sides, which combine together using snap connections and hold in place the frames, which are each time arranged one beside another. These alignment frames are therefore suitable for multiple connections and can compensate for any unevenness in the base.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a mounting frame for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and the like for flush mounting, comprising a body mounted in a flush mounting box, a body and a mostly square mounting frame mounted thereon, a removably fastened cover of similar shape;

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Up to now, electrical switches, sockets and similar flush-mounted elements have been exclusively separate installation elements. These were fastened initially in the flush-mounted mounting box by means of projections, later by screws. When multiple elements had to be assigned, e.g. switches or sockets to each other, for good appearance it was necessary to strictly follow the raster of the mounting box. Any deviations could only be corrected by asymmetrically tightening the fastening lugs.

Since such an arrangement of these elements was unacceptable in appearance and, moreover, involved labor and time-consuming activity, the relevant professional industry began to develop such electric switches, sockets and similar flush-mounted assemblies which could be aesthetically matched from the outset or more elements.

Such a series of electric switches, sockets and similar flush-mounted components produces e.g. KONTAKTA Villamosszerelési Vállalat, Szentes, Hungary under the name KONTALLUX ”. The elements of the series are mounted in an alignment frame that allows the formation of multiple blocks. However, this known solution has the drawback that a double, triple, quadruple, five-fold arrangement requires special alignment frames with the same number of mounting holes to be manufactured, stored, distributed, etc. in advance. and the alignment frame does not allow for the installation of fewer or more units. Another disadvantage is that due to the different horizontal and vertical dimensions of the individual electric switches, sockets and the like, it is necessary to produce different rows of alignment frames for horizontal or vertical alignment. It is clear that this solution strongly limits the freedom of group arrangement of individual electric switches, sockets and the like, and the storage of different rows of marquee frames requires considerable inventory reserves.

It is an object of the invention to provide such a series of electrical switches, sockets and the like for flush-mounted installation that allow any number of arrays to be arranged and grouped together by means of easily manufactured modular elements.

It has been recognized that planned electrical switches, sockets, and the like can be loosely grouped if the alignment frame, which is mounted on a mounting box, guarantees an aesthetic appearance of the units arranged side-by-side and one above the other.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The task has been solved by an alignment frame for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and the like for flush mounting, which include a body mounted in a flush-mounted mounting box, a mostly square mounting frame fixed to the body, a removably fastened cover of similar shape and terminating members. According to the invention, the alignment frame has, on its opposite sides, connection surfaces cooperating with snap-on connection parts which firmly connect two alignment alignment frames each.

Further preferred embodiments are defined in the aspects of the invention.

An essential advantage of the proposed alignment frames for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and similar flush-mounted components is that the modular elements of a single unit can be quickly and easily multiple arranged or grouped in any number and grouping. The connecting parts, which connect the switching surfaces of the individual alignment frames, are in their design as unit covers and the entire multiple arrangement is able to monitor for possible unevenness of the substrate, mostly the wall, and to level them.

Overview of the figures in the drawing

The invention will be further elucidated with reference to the accompanying drawing. FIG. 1 is a plan view of an alignment frame of a possible embodiment of a circuit-breaker according to the invention, FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the cover that aligns with the alignment frame of FIG. 1, FIG. 3 is a plan view of a terminating member flush with the alignment frame of FIG. 1, FIG. 4 is a bottom view of the terminating member of FIG. 3, FIG. 5 is a plan view of the coupling piece flush with the engagement frame of FIG. 1 and FIG. 6 is a bottom view of the connector of FIG. 5th

An example of a preferred embodiment of the invention

The alignment frame 1 of the electric switch according to the invention or socket has a similar construction to the alignment frame of the same part of the said "KONTALLUX" series at the state of the art. The purpose of the alignment frame 1 is to hold the outer positioning, fastening and ornamental elements after it has been fixed in a flush-mounted mounting box. Holes 2 are provided in the corners of the frame 1 and are intended to engage the fastening projections of the body not shown in the figure. The alignment frame 1 shown is fixed in such a way as to allow the vertical arrangement of the switches arranged one above the other. By displacing its adjacent sides it is possible to arrange horizontal switches arranged next to each other. A U-shaped cover 3 is fastened to the alignment frame 1. The cover 3 is limited at its upper and lower sides by flat cutting surfaces (see FIG. 2). The cover 3 comprises a cut-out 4 which, depending on the type of unit, serves for the rocker switch control, the socket seat, etc. In the lateral regions of the cover 3, longitudinal ribs 5 extend, which, when the cover 3 is fitted, engage in grooves 6 formed in the counterpart. The cover 3 has curved edges 7 that extend up to the installation plane and cover the alignment frame 1 in the lateral direction. On the sides 8 of the alignment frame 1, which extend across the grooves 6 in the sides 8 (i.e. in the embodiment shown) in the number and arrangement of the individual units, attach two different elements: a terminating member 9 or a connecting member 14. On a stand-alone or in the case of an arrangement on the edge of an arranged unit, two terminating members 9 or one terminating member 9 are attached on the outside 8. The interconnecting members 14 are fastened on both sides.

FIG. 3, it is evident that the terminating member 9 - adapted to the shape of the in-line configuration of the cover 3 - covers the alignment frame 1 in an upward or downward direction in a bottom view in FIG. 4, the terminating member 9 has a rim 10 which is adapted to the rim 7 of the housing 3 by its size and function. The terminating member 9 snapped into the alignment frame 1 has a rib 11 and a protrusion 12 which fit between the protruding ribs 112 or recess 13 8, thereby securing the terminating member 9 against falling out.

The coupling member 14 of FIG. 5 and 6 has a terminating member 9 of similar construction except that it is formed on both longitudinal sides in the same shape and thus has two ribs 11 and protrusions 12, further on both narrower sides it always has an edge 15 which lies with the cover edge 7 in the same plane.

When assembling designed electrical switches, sockets and similar elements, the housing of the electrical unit is first inserted into the flush-mounted mounting box and secured there temporarily against falling out. If there is no alignment frame I before the assembly begins, the alignment frame 1 is attached to it. the same procedure. The alignment frames 1 arranged one above the other or side by side and thus the bodies are joined by fitting the connecting members 14 into a rigid continuous group. The final fixation of the bodies now follows. Then, two terminating members 9 are mounted on the respective sides 8, i.e. on the upper side 8 of the uppermost and on the lower side 8 of the lowest alignment frame 1, and the covers 3 are further mounted. depending on the unit type rocker switch control, socket seat, etc. into the cut-outs 4 of the covers 3. The assembly is completed and all units are arranged evenly and aesthetically.

The housing 3, the terminating member 9 and the connecting member 14 may be formed such that the terminating member 9 and the connecting member 14 are narrower than the housing 3, depending on the shape of the electrical switches, sockets and the like 14. The assembled group then acts more profiled and enhances the function of the individual units. The material for electrical switches, sockets and similar elements shall be chosen in the usual manner, taking into account the task, destination, shape and color.

Claims (5)

Arrangement frame for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and similar flush-mounted components, comprising in a flush-mounted mounting box on a body a fixed and mostly square flush-mounting frame (1) having a removably fastened cover (3) of similar shape mounted thereon and terminating members (9), characterized in that the alignment frame (1) has on its opposite sides (8) switching surfaces which cooperate with snap-on connection parts which immovably connect two alignment frames (1) in each case. 2. An alignment frame for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and similar flush-mounted assemblies according to claim 1, characterized in that the switching surfaces have at least one rib and one groove which are designed as counterparts. 3. Spacer frame for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and similar flush-mounted assemblies according to claim 1, characterized in that resilient projections (11, 12) are formed on opposite sides (8) of the spool frame (1) and the locking fins (112) are formed by the connecting part (14). 4. An alignment frame for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and the like for flush mounting according to items 1 to 3, characterized in that the housing is designed as a switch. Alignment frame for mounting boxes of electrical switches, sockets and the like for flush mounting according to Claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the body is designed as a socket.