EP3378129B1 - Supporting frame for modular connectors and method to connect the supporting frame with the modular connectors - Google Patents

Supporting frame for modular connectors and method to connect the supporting frame with the modular connectors Download PDF

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EP3378129B1
EP3378129B1 EP16816204.8A EP16816204A EP3378129B1 EP 3378129 B1 EP3378129 B1 EP 3378129B1 EP 16816204 A EP16816204 A EP 16816204A EP 3378129 B1 EP3378129 B1 EP 3378129B1
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Alexander SCHÖNFELD
Heiko Herbrechtsmeier
Heiko Meier
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R13/00—Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups H01R12/70 or H01R24/00 - H01R33/00
    • H01R13/46—Bases; Cases
    • H01R13/516—Means for holding or embracing insulating body, e.g. casing, hoods
    • H01R13/518—Means for holding or embracing insulating body, e.g. casing, hoods for holding or embracing several coupling parts, e.g. frames
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    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R13/00—Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups H01R12/70 or H01R24/00 - H01R33/00
    • H01R13/46—Bases; Cases
    • H01R13/514—Bases; Cases composed as a modular blocks or assembly, i.e. composed of co-operating parts provided with contact members or holding contact members between them

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  • the invention relates to a holding frame for holding connector modules, in particular for installation in a connector housing or for screwing onto wall surfaces, the connector modules being inserted in the holding frame and, for example, holding means on the connector modules interacting with recesses provided on opposite wall parts (side parts) of the holding frame.
  • the invention further relates to a corresponding system, manufacturing method and a method for equipping such a holding frame.
  • Such holding frames are used to hold connector modules, the holding frame being equipped with various connector modules and then inserted into a connector housing and screwed to it.
  • the holding frame must be mechanically stable in order to be able to withstand the plugging and pulling forces that occur when joining or disconnecting the plug connection.
  • An essentially rectangular holding frame is known from the company lettering from Harting Electronic GmbH "Heavy-duty Han-Modular 163" connector, which is provided with side walls extending at right angles to the mounting plane.
  • the connector modules are provided with latching hooks, which latch when the connector modules are inserted into the holding frame with the side walls, and are thus held firmly in this.
  • the holding frame described there consists of two frame halves connected by joints with fastening ends, which are provided with fastening screws.
  • the joints are provided on the fastening ends of the holding frame, the pivoting possibility of the frame halves being provided transversely to the side parts of the holding frame.
  • molded portions are provided on the fastening ends of the holding frame or the side parts, which engage in corresponding recesses.
  • WO 2017/036707 A1 was published after the priority date of the present application and is therefore only state of the art under Art. 54 (39 EPC and not of importance for the question of inventive step.
  • WO 2017/036707 A1 relates to a holding frame for holding connector modules, in particular for installation in connector housings or for screwing onto wall surfaces.
  • the holding frame has an elastic fixing element, which is designed for a releasable fixing of the holding frame halves in a plug-in state and a holding state, a restoring force of the elastic fixing element having to be overcome at least to release the fixing and / or to switch between the plug-in state and the holding state ,
  • the invention is based on the object of developing the known holding frame in such a way that the difficulties in assembly are overcome or at least reduced, with the aim, in particular, of improved handling and safer fitting and assembly of the holding frame.
  • a holding frame for holding connector modules is proposed, the connector modules being inserted in the holding frame and plug-in module holding means on the connector modules interacting with holding frame holding means provided on opposite side parts of the holding frame, wherein the holding frame has two holding frame surfaces articulated to one another at fastening ends of the holding frame comprises, the separation of the holding frame is provided parallel to the side parts of the holding frame, the articulated connection allowing a plug-in state and a holding state of the holding frame, wherein in the plug-in state the holding frame halves are pivoted relative to one another about a longitudinal axis such that one or more connector modules between the Side parts can be inserted, and wherein in the holding state, the holding frame halves are pivoted relative to the inserted state such that one or more e inserted connector modules via the plug-in module holding means have a positive connection with the holding frame, characterized in that in the inserted state the holding frame has a stop located on the lower edge of the holding frame holding means in the insertion direction for the one or
  • a holding system for holding plug connector modules having a holding frame as described above and one or more plug connector modules, the plug connector modules having plug module holding means, the holding frame being designed in such a way that the plug connector modules in a holding state the holding frame are fitted in such a way that the plug-in module holding means engage with the holding frame connecting means.
  • a method for equipping a holding frame with connector modules in particular an inventive holding frame, is proposed, the holding frame comprising two holding frame halves, the Separation of the holding frame is provided parallel to the side parts of the holding frame, with the steps: providing a plug-in state of the holding frame, wherein in the plug-in state the two holding frame halves articulated to one another at the fastening end of the holding frame are pivoted relative to one another about a longitudinal axis in such a way that one or more connector modules between them the side parts can be inserted, equipping the holding frame in the inserted state with one or more connector modules, by inserting the one or more connector modules up to a stop lying on the lower edge of the holding frame holding means in the insertion direction, and providing a holding state of the holding frame by pivoting the holding frame halves relative to the Plug-in state, so that the one or more plug-in connector modules used advance via plug-in module holding means on the plug-in connector modules and on opposite side parts of the holding frame see
  • the inventors have set themselves the goal of defining the opening of the holding frame in the open position in such a way that the modules to be assembled are prevented from slipping and overall the assembly of several modules in a holding frame is simplified.
  • the opening of the holding frame in the inserted state is preferably defined in each case by the structural design of the holding frame halves, that is to say in such a way that parts of the holding frame halves in the respective state have clearly defined distances from the respective identical parts of the opposite holding frame halves and an exceeding of the clearly defined distances due to the structural Design is prevented.
  • the stop lies on the lower edge of the holding frame holding means in the direction of insertion.
  • the holding frame is designed so that when the holder frame halves are pivoted from the inserted state into the holding state, the plug-in module holding means slide along the stop until the holding frame holding means and the plug-in module holding means engage in one another.
  • the stop in the inserted state is defined by a first opening width, the first opening width being a width between two opposite lower edges of the plug-in module holding means in the inserted state.
  • a precise definition of the stop in the inserted state over a first opening width can ensure that the assembly difficulties described above cannot occur due to the structural design of the holding frame.
  • the holding frame has a second opening width in the inserted state, the second opening width being defined by the width between two opposite upper edges of the plug-in module holding means in the insertion direction, the second opening width being larger than the first opening width.
  • the first opening width is smaller than a dimension between two opposite outer edges of the plug-in module holding means and the second opening width is larger than the dimension between two opposite outer edges of the plug-in module holding means.
  • the definition of the opening widths on the basis of the dimensions of the plug-in module holding means ensures that the opening widths ensure easy mounting of the plug-in connector modules in the holding frame.
  • the holding frame has a third opening width in the inserted state, the third opening width being defined over the smallest distance between the side parts opposite in the insertion direction.
  • the first opening width is between 30.4 mm and 34.2 mm
  • the second opening width is 34.4 mm
  • the third opening width is 30.3 mm.
  • the articulated connection is shaped such that the predetermined opening widths cannot be exceeded.
  • the articulated connection has a first boundary and a second boundary, the first boundary belonging to the first side part and the second boundary belonging to the second side part, so that the first and second boundary come into contact when the holding frame is in the inserted state.
  • the boundaries have such an angle to the side faces that the predetermined opening widths are not exceeded in the inserted state.
  • the holding frame holding means on the lower edge in the insertion direction have a lower cut surface perpendicular to the surface of the side parts.
  • the one or more connector modules have latching hooks and the stop is selected such that when the one or more connector modules are struck, the latching hooks of the one or more connector modules snap into place on a lower edge of the side parts.
  • This embodiment has the advantage that the plug-in connector modules cannot slip out of the holding frame either in the plug-in direction or against the plug-in direction in the plugged-in state, so that assembly of several plug-in connector modules is simplified.
  • FIG. 1a, 1b . 2a and 2b is shown schematically a holding frame 1 for connector modules 2, wherein in 2a and 2b the holding frame opened and in 1a and 1b closed is.
  • the holding frame 1 is after inserting connector modules 2 for installation in the connector housing (see DE 197 07 120 C1 and EP 0860906 A2 ) or for fastening over an opening in a fastening surface / mounting wall.
  • the holding frame 1 consists of two holding frame surfaces 4, 5 connected via joints 3 with fastening ends 6, which can be provided with fastening screws (not shown), and side parts 8.
  • the joints 3 are provided on the fastening ends 6 of the holding frame 1, with the possibility of pivoting the frame surface 4, 5 is provided transversely to the side parts 8 of the holding frame 1 (as from the comparison of the Figures 1a, 1b and 2a, 2b can be seen).
  • formations are provided on the fastening ends 6 of the holding frame 1, which engage in corresponding recesses. After the formations have been introduced into the cutouts, the side parts can be pivoted (rotatable) about the longitudinal axis.
  • the connector modules 2 comprise a connector main part 2A, which is provided with protruding, approximately rectangular holding means 9, and can have additional spring-elastic latching hooks (not shown).
  • recesses 11 are provided as openings which are closed on all sides and into which the plug-in module holding means 9 are immersed when the connector modules 2 are inserted into the holding frame 1.
  • the holding frame 1 is opened, that is to say opened, the frame halves 4, 5 being opened around the joints 3 to such an extent that the connector modules 2 can be used.
  • the latching hooks that may be provided can initially grip under the lower edges of the side parts 8 of the frame halves 4, 5 when they are inserted.
  • the frame halves 4, 5 are folded together, that is, the holding frame 1 is closed, the plug-in module holding means 9 entering the recesses 11 and a secure, form-fitting hold of the connector modules 2 in the holding frame 1 being effected.
  • the fastening ends 6 each have a fastening section which, when screwed on (see 1a, 1b ) extends parallel to the mounting surface (not shown).
  • this fastening section extends in the case of Fig. 1a horizontal and at right angles to the plane of the drawing.
  • FIG. 3 shows a first exemplary embodiment for a holding frame 1 according to the invention based on the basic concept of a holding frame as shown in FIGS Figures 1a to 2b is described.
  • a cross section through the holding frame is shown schematically in an inserted state.
  • the side walls 4, 5, which in this figure extend at right angles to the plane of the drawing, are shown as simple rectangles, but could also have other shapes.
  • the cross section selected here runs exactly through a plane in which there is a cutout 11 on each side of the holding frame.
  • a stop denotes a point at which the connector module comes into contact with the holding frame during assembly and cannot be inserted into the holding frame beyond the stop point in the insertion direction.
  • the distance between the stops A1 and A2 is defined on the respective side surfaces 4, 5 over a distance S1.
  • the distance S1 which is also referred to as the first opening width, is defined such that the attachment point A1, A2 lies above a lower edge of the cutout 11.
  • the opening of the holding frame in the inserted state is defined via a second opening width S2.
  • the second opening width S2 is defined as the distance between the upper edges of the cutouts 11 in opposite side walls 4, 5.
  • the second opening width S2 is chosen to be larger than the first opening width S1.
  • a third opening width S3 can be defined via the smallest distance between the side walls 4, 5 opposite in the direction of insertion, which in this case is located on the lower edge of the side parts 8.
  • the third opening width S3 is designed such that a connector module 2 can be inserted into the holding frame 1 as far as necessary.
  • Fig. 4 shows how during the assembly of a connector module 2 the definition of the first to third opening widths S1, S2, S3 allows a simplified assembly of connector modules 2.
  • the connector module 2 is characterized by a width B2 of the connector module main part 2A and by a width B1 between opposite ends of the connector module holding means 9.
  • the third opening width S3 is defined in such a way that the width of the connector module main part 2A can be inserted into the holding frame 1 up to the stop A1, A2.
  • the first opening width S1 between stop A1 and stop A2 is defined so that it is smaller than the width B1, which is defined by the outer edges of the plug-in module holding means 9.
  • the connector module 2 strikes with the plug-in module holding means 9 when inserted at the predefined stop A1, A2 and cannot be inserted further into the holding frame 1. This ensures that the connector module 2 cannot slip through the lower opening of the holding frame 1 during assembly and that the attachment point for easy assembly, that is to say easy closing of the holding frame, is advantageously placed.
  • Fig. 5 shows an enlarged schematic section of the articulated connection 3 of the preferred embodiment.
  • the articulated connection 3 is shown in a closed state of the holding frame 1.
  • the articulated connection 3 comprises the boundaries 12A and 12B, which are designed such that they come into contact with one another when the holding frame 1 is opened. Opening is only until possible for the contact of the two boundaries 12A, 12B, so that the contact of the two boundaries 12A, 12B defines an opening of the holding frame.
  • the two limits are advantageously chosen so that they form an angle ⁇ with the side surfaces 4, 5.
  • This angle ⁇ defines how far the articulated connection 3 can be opened in an inserted state.
  • the opening of the holding frame can be structurally precisely adjusted in the inserted state via the angle ⁇ .
  • Fig. 6 shows a flowchart to illustrate an embodiment of an assembly method according to the invention.
  • the method according to the invention for equipping a holding frame with plug-in connector modules, in particular a holding frame, as described here and shown in the figures, comprises the following steps: First, in step 60, a plug-in state of the holding frame is provided, wherein in the plug-in state the two holding frame surfaces articulated to one another at the fastening ends of the holding frame are pivoted relative to one another about a longitudinal axis such that one or more plug-in connector modules can be plugged in between the side parts.
  • the holding frame In the insertion state, the holding frame can be equipped with one or more connector modules in an assembly step 61 by inserting the connector modules up to a stop.
  • the assembly 61 is followed by provision 62 of a holding state of the holding frame with a pivoting of the holding frame halves relative to the inserted state, so that the one or more plug-in connector modules used have plug-in holder means provided on the plug-in connector modules and holding frame holding means provided on opposite side parts of the holding frame with a positive connection have the holding frame, the connector modules remain at the stop when pivoting the holder frame halves.

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Die Erfindung betrifft einen Halterahmen zur Halterung von Steckverbindermodulen, insbesondere zum Einbau in Steckverbindergehäuse beziehungsweise zum Anschrauben an Wandflächen, wobei die Steckverbindermodule in den Halterahmen eingesetzt sind und beispielsweise Haltemittel an den Steckverbindermodulen mit an gegenüberliegenden Wandteilen (Seitenteilen) des Halterahmens vorgesehenen Ausnehmungen zusammenwirken. Die Erfindung betrifft des Weiteren ein entsprechendes System, Herstellungsverfahren und ein Verfahren zum Bestücken eines solchen Halterahmens.The invention relates to a holding frame for holding connector modules, in particular for installation in a connector housing or for screwing onto wall surfaces, the connector modules being inserted in the holding frame and, for example, holding means on the connector modules interacting with recesses provided on opposite wall parts (side parts) of the holding frame. The invention further relates to a corresponding system, manufacturing method and a method for equipping such a holding frame.

Derartige Halterahmen dienen zur Halterung von Steckverbindermodulen, wobei der Halterahmen mit verschiedenen Steckverbindermodulen bestückt und anschließend in ein Steckverbindergehäuse eingesetzt und mit diesem verschraubt wird. Dabei muss der Halterahmen mechanisch stabil sein, um den auftretenden Steck- und Ziehkräften beim Zusammenfügen beziehungsweise Trennen der Steckverbindung standhalten zu können.Such holding frames are used to hold connector modules, the holding frame being equipped with various connector modules and then inserted into a connector housing and screwed to it. The holding frame must be mechanically stable in order to be able to withstand the plugging and pulling forces that occur when joining or disconnecting the plug connection.

Aus der Firmenschrift der Firma Harting Electronic GmbH "Schwere Steckverbinder Han-Modular 163" ist ein im Wesentlichen rechteckiger Halterahmen bekannt, der mit sich rechtwinklig zur Montageebene erstreckenden Seitenwänden versehen ist. Die Steckverbindermodule sind dabei mit Rasthaken versehen, die bei Einfügen der Steckverbindermodule in den Halterahmen mit den Seitenwänden verrasten, somit fest in diesem gehalten werden.An essentially rectangular holding frame is known from the company lettering from Harting Electronic GmbH "Heavy-duty Han-Modular 163" connector, which is provided with side walls extending at right angles to the mounting plane. The connector modules are provided with latching hooks, which latch when the connector modules are inserted into the holding frame with the side walls, and are thus held firmly in this.

Ein Auswechseln, das heißt, insbesondere ein Entfernen/Lösen der Steckverbindermodule ist dann nur mit speziellen Demontagewerkzeugen möglich.An exchange, that is, in particular a removal / loosening of the connector modules, is then only possible with special dismantling tools.

Eine Weiterbildung gegenüber dieser Lösung wird in DE 197 07 120 C1 und EP 0860906 A2 beschrieben, wo ein Halterahmen gemäß dem Oberbegriff von Anspruch 1 offenbart ist. Ziel der Offenbarung von DE 197 07 120 C1 und EP 0860906 A2 ist es, dass die Steckverbindermodule möglichst einfach ein- und ausgebaut werden können. Dabei soll aber dennoch gewährleistet sein, dass der Halterahmen eine hohe mechanische Stabilität aufweist, um den Steck- und Ziehkräften beim Zusammenfügen beziehungsweise Trennen einer Steckverbindung standzuhalten.A further education compared to this solution is in DE 197 07 120 C1 and EP 0860906 A2 described where a holding frame according to the preamble of claim 1 is disclosed. Purpose of the Revelation of DE 197 07 120 C1 and EP 0860906 A2 is that the connector modules can be installed and removed as easily as possible. However, it should nevertheless be ensured that the holding frame has a high level of mechanical stability in order to withstand the plug-in and pulling forces when joining or disconnecting a plug connection.

Der dort beschriebene Halterahmen besteht aus zwei über Gelenke verbundene Rahmenhälften mit Befestigungsenden, die mit Befestigungsschrauben versehen sind. Die Gelenke sind dabei an den Befestigungsenden des Halterahmens vorgesehen, wobei die Schwenkmöglichkeit der Rahmenhälften quer zu den Seitenteilen des Halterahmens vorgesehen ist. Zur Bildung der Gelenke sind an den Befestigungsenden des Halterahmens beziehungsweise der Seitenteile jeweils Anformungen vorgesehen, die in entsprechende Aussparungen eingreifen.The holding frame described there consists of two frame halves connected by joints with fastening ends, which are provided with fastening screws. The joints are provided on the fastening ends of the holding frame, the pivoting possibility of the frame halves being provided transversely to the side parts of the holding frame. In order to form the joints, molded portions are provided on the fastening ends of the holding frame or the side parts, which engage in corresponding recesses.

Bei dem in DE 197 07 120 C1 oder EP 0869906 A2 offenbarten Halte- oder Gelenkrahmen, ist ein weiter Öffnungswinkel bei der Bestückung bekannt, der ein Durchrutschen der Steckverbindermodule durch den Halterahmen während der Montage begünstigt. Insbesondere bei der Montage von mehreren Steckverbindermodulen in einen Halterahmen führt dies zu einer sperrigen und langwierigen Montage.At the in DE 197 07 120 C1 or EP 0869906 A2 disclosed holding or articulated frame, a wide opening angle is known in the assembly, which favors slipping of the connector modules through the holding frame during assembly. In particular when assembling several connector modules in a holding frame, this leads to a bulky and lengthy assembly.

WO 2017/036707 A1 wurde nach dem Prioritätsdatum der vorliegenden Anmeldung veröffentlicht und ist daher nur Stand der Technik nach Art. 54(39 EPÜ und für die Frage der erfinderischen Tätigkeit nicht von Bedeutung. WO 2017/036707 A1 betrifft einen Halterahmen zur Halterung von Steckverbindermodulen, insbesondere zum Einbau in Steckverbindergehäuse bzw. zum Anschrauben an Wandflächen. Um eine verbesserte Handhabung und eine sicherere Bestückung und Montage des Halterahmenhälften umfassenden Halterahmens zu ermöglichen, wird in WO 2017/036707 A1 vorgeschlagen, dass der Halterahmen ein elastisches Fixierelement aufweist, das zu einer lösbaren Fixierung der Halterahmenhälften in einem Einsteckzustand und einem Haltezustand ausgestaltet ist, wobei wenigstens zur Lösung der Fixierung und/oder zu einem Wechsel zwischen Einsteckzustand und Haltezustand eine Rückstellkraft des elastischen Fixierelements zu überwinden ist. WO 2017/036707 A1 was published after the priority date of the present application and is therefore only state of the art under Art. 54 (39 EPC and not of importance for the question of inventive step. WO 2017/036707 A1 relates to a holding frame for holding connector modules, in particular for installation in connector housings or for screwing onto wall surfaces. In order to enable improved handling and safer fitting and assembly of the holding frame comprising the holding frame halves, in WO 2017/036707 A1 proposed that the holding frame has an elastic fixing element, which is designed for a releasable fixing of the holding frame halves in a plug-in state and a holding state, a restoring force of the elastic fixing element having to be overcome at least to release the fixing and / or to switch between the plug-in state and the holding state ,

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, den bekannten Halterahmen dahingehend weiterzubilden, dass die Schwierigkeiten bei der Montage überwunden oder zumindest vermindert werden, womit insbesondere eine verbesserte Handhabung und eine sicherere Bestückung und Montage des Halterahmens angestrebt wird.The invention is based on the object of developing the known holding frame in such a way that the difficulties in assembly are overcome or at least reduced, with the aim, in particular, of improved handling and safer fitting and assembly of the holding frame.

Nach einem ersten Aspekt der Erfindung wird ein Halterahmen zur Halterung von Steckverbindermodulen vorgeschlagen, wobei die Steckverbindermodule in den Halterahmen eingesetzt sind und Steckmodulhaltemittel an den Steckverbindermodulen mit an gegenüberliegenden Seitenteilen des Halterahmens vorgesehenen Halterahmenhaltemitteln zusammenwirken, wobei der Halterahmen zwei an Befestigungsenden des Halterahmens gelenkig miteinander verbundene Halterahmenflächen umfasst, wobei die Trennung des Halterahmens parallel zu den Seitenteilen des Halterahmens vorgesehen ist, wobei die gelenkige Verbindung einen Einsteckzustand und einen Haltezustand des Halterahmens erlaubt, wobei in dem Einsteckzustand die Halterahmenhälften derart um eine Längsachse zueinander verschwenkt sind, dass ein oder mehrere Steckverbindermodule zwischen die Seitenteile einsteckbar sind, und wobei in dem Haltezustand die Halterahmenhälften derart gegenüber dem Einsteckzustand verschwenkt sind, dass ein oder mehrere eingesetzte Steckverbindermodule über die Steckmodulhaltemittel eine formschlüssige Verbindung mit dem Halterahmen aufweisen, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass in dem Einsteckzustand der Halterahmen einen an der in Einsteckrichtung unteren Kante der Halterahmenhaltemittel liegenden Anschlag für ein Anschlagen des einen oder der mehreren Steckverbindermodule beim Einstecken in den Halterahmen aufweist, wobei der Anschlag so ausgebildet ist, dass bei einem im Einsteckzustand angeschlagenen Steckverbindermodul im Haltezustand die Halterahmenhaltemittel und die Steckmodulhaltemittel ineinandergreifen.According to a first aspect of the invention, a holding frame for holding connector modules is proposed, the connector modules being inserted in the holding frame and plug-in module holding means on the connector modules interacting with holding frame holding means provided on opposite side parts of the holding frame, wherein the holding frame has two holding frame surfaces articulated to one another at fastening ends of the holding frame comprises, the separation of the holding frame is provided parallel to the side parts of the holding frame, the articulated connection allowing a plug-in state and a holding state of the holding frame, wherein in the plug-in state the holding frame halves are pivoted relative to one another about a longitudinal axis such that one or more connector modules between the Side parts can be inserted, and wherein in the holding state, the holding frame halves are pivoted relative to the inserted state such that one or more e inserted connector modules via the plug-in module holding means have a positive connection with the holding frame, characterized in that in the inserted state the holding frame has a stop located on the lower edge of the holding frame holding means in the insertion direction for the one or more plug-in connector modules to stop when inserted into the holding frame, wherein the stop is designed such that in the case of a connector module struck in the plugged-in state, the holding frame holding means and the plug-in module holding means engage in one another in the holding state.

Nach einem weiteren Aspekt der Erfindung wird ein Haltesystem zur Halterung von Steckverbindermodulen vorgeschlagen, wobei das Haltesystem einen wie oben beschriebenen Halterahmen und ein oder mehrere Steckverbindermodule aufweist, wobei die Steckverbindermodule Steckmodulhaltemittel aufweisen, wobei der Halterahmen so ausgelegt ist, dass in einem Haltezustand die Steckverbindermodule in den Halterahmen so eingepasst sind, dass die Steckmodulhaltemittel mit den Halterahmenverbindungsmitteln ineinandergreifen.According to a further aspect of the invention, a holding system for holding plug connector modules is proposed, the holding system having a holding frame as described above and one or more plug connector modules, the plug connector modules having plug module holding means, the holding frame being designed in such a way that the plug connector modules in a holding state the holding frame are fitted in such a way that the plug-in module holding means engage with the holding frame connecting means.

In einem weiteren Aspekt der Erfindung wird ein Verfahren zum Bestücken eines Halterahmens mit Steckverbindermodulen, insbesondere eines erfinderischen Halterahmens, vorgeschlagen, wobei der Halterahmen zwei Halterahmenhälften umfasst, wobei die Trennung des Halterahmens parallel zu den Seitenteilen des Halterahmens vorgesehen ist, mit den Schritten: Vorsehen eines Einsteckzustands des Halterahmens, wobei in dem Einsteckzustand die zwei am Befestigungsende des Halterahmens gelenkig miteinander verbundenen Halterahmenhälften derart um eine Längsachse zueinander verschwenkt sind, dass ein oder mehrere Steckverbindermodule zwischen die Seitenteile einsteckbar sind, Bestücken des Halterahmens im Einsteckzustand mit einem oder mehreren Steckverbindermodulen, durch Einstecken des einen oder der mehreren Steckverbindermodule bis zu einem an der in Einsteckrichtung unteren Kante der Halterahmenhaltemittel liegenden Anschlag, und Vorsehen eines Haltezustandes des Halterahmens durch Verschwenken der Halterahmenhälften gegenüber dem Einsteckzustand, sodass das eine oder die mehreren eingesetzten Steckverbindermodule über Steckmodulhaltemittel an den Steckverbindermodulen und an gegenüberliegenden Seitenteilen des Halterahmens vorgesehene Halterahmenhaltemittel eine formschlüssige Verbindung mit dem Halterahmen aufweisen, wobei das eine oder die mehreren Steckverbindermodule beim Verschwenken am Anschlag verbleiben.In a further aspect of the invention, a method for equipping a holding frame with connector modules, in particular an inventive holding frame, is proposed, the holding frame comprising two holding frame halves, the Separation of the holding frame is provided parallel to the side parts of the holding frame, with the steps: providing a plug-in state of the holding frame, wherein in the plug-in state the two holding frame halves articulated to one another at the fastening end of the holding frame are pivoted relative to one another about a longitudinal axis in such a way that one or more connector modules between them the side parts can be inserted, equipping the holding frame in the inserted state with one or more connector modules, by inserting the one or more connector modules up to a stop lying on the lower edge of the holding frame holding means in the insertion direction, and providing a holding state of the holding frame by pivoting the holding frame halves relative to the Plug-in state, so that the one or more plug-in connector modules used advance via plug-in module holding means on the plug-in connector modules and on opposite side parts of the holding frame see holding frame holding means have a positive connection to the holding frame, wherein the one or more connector modules remain at the stop when pivoting.

Es wurde gefunden, dass bei dem in DE 197 07 120 C1 oder EP 0860906 A2 offenbarten Halte- oder Gelenkrahmen auftretende Schwierigkeiten dadurch auftreten, dass hier die Öffnung des Halte- oder Gelenkrahmens in dem geöffneten Zustand, in dem die Module montiert werden sollen, nicht eindeutig definiert ist, sodass die Module in diesem Zustand durch den Halte- oder Gelenkrahmen durchrutschen können. Daraus folgt, gerade bei der Montage von mehreren Modulen in einem Halte- oder Gelenkrahmen, eine gelegentlich sperrige Montage.It was found that the in DE 197 07 120 C1 or EP 0860906 A2 Difficulties arising disclosed holding or articulated frame occur that the opening of the holding or articulated frame in the open state in which the modules are to be mounted is not clearly defined, so that the modules slip through the holding or articulated frame in this state can. This results in an occasionally bulky assembly, especially when assembling several modules in a holding or articulated frame.

Vor diesem Hintergrund haben sich die Erfinder zum Ziel gesetzt, die Öffnung des Halterahmens in der geöffneten Stellung so zu definieren, dass ein Durchrutschen der zu montierenden Module verhindert wird und insgesamt die Montage von mehreren Modulen in einem Halterahmen vereinfacht wird.Against this background, the inventors have set themselves the goal of defining the opening of the holding frame in the open position in such a way that the modules to be assembled are prevented from slipping and overall the assembly of several modules in a holding frame is simplified.

Dabei wird die Öffnung des Halterahmens im Einsteckzustand vorzugsweise jeweils durch die bauliche Ausgestaltung der Halterahmenhälften definiert, also so, dass Teile der Halterahmenhälften im jeweiligen Zustand klar definierte Abstände zu den jeweiligen gleichen Teilen der gegenüberliegenden Halterahmenhälften aufweisen und ein Überschreiten der klar definierten Abstände aufgrund der baulichen Ausgestaltung verhindert wird.The opening of the holding frame in the inserted state is preferably defined in each case by the structural design of the holding frame halves, that is to say in such a way that parts of the holding frame halves in the respective state have clearly defined distances from the respective identical parts of the opposite holding frame halves and an exceeding of the clearly defined distances due to the structural Design is prevented.

Der Anschlag liegt an der in Einsteckrichtung unteren Kante der Halterahmenhaltemittel.The stop lies on the lower edge of the holding frame holding means in the direction of insertion.

Dadurch, dass der Anschlag eines Steckverbindermoduls an der in Einsteckrichtung unteren Kante der Halterahmenhaltemittel liegt, kann verhindert werden, dass die Steckmodulhaltemittel der Steckverbindermodule während der Montage unter die Halterahmenhaltemittel verrutschen, oder auch, dass ein Steckverbindermodul vollständig aus dem Halterahmen herausrutscht. Dabei ist der Halterahmen so ausgebildet, dass beim Verschwenken der Halterrahmenhälften vom Einsteckzustand in den Haltezustand die Steckmodulhaltemittel an dem Anschlag endlanggleiten bis die Halterrahmenhaltemittel und die Steckmodulhaltemittel ineinandergreifen.Because the stop of a connector module lies on the lower edge of the holding frame holding means in the insertion direction, it can be prevented that the connecting module holding means of the connector modules slip under the holding frame holding means during assembly, or that a connector module completely slips out of the holding frame. The holding frame is designed so that when the holder frame halves are pivoted from the inserted state into the holding state, the plug-in module holding means slide along the stop until the holding frame holding means and the plug-in module holding means engage in one another.

In einer vorteilhaften Ausführungsform ist der Anschlag im Einsteckzustand durch eine erste Öffnungsbreite definiert, wobei die erste Öffnungsbreite eine Breite zwischen zwei gegenüberliegenden unteren Kanten der Steckmodulhaltemittel im Einsteckzustand ist.In an advantageous embodiment, the stop in the inserted state is defined by a first opening width, the first opening width being a width between two opposite lower edges of the plug-in module holding means in the inserted state.

Durch eine genaue Definition des Anschlags im Einsteckzustand über eine erste Öffnungsbreite kann sichergestellt werden, dass die oben beschriebenen Montageschwierigkeiten aufgrund der baulichen Ausgestaltung des Halterahmens nicht auftreten können.A precise definition of the stop in the inserted state over a first opening width can ensure that the assembly difficulties described above cannot occur due to the structural design of the holding frame.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform weist der Halterahmen eine zweite Öffnungsbreite im Einsteckzustand auf, wobei die zweite Öffnungsbreite durch die Breite zwischen zwei gegenüberliegenden in Einsteckrichtung oberen Kanten des Steckmodulhaltemittels definiert ist, wobei die zweite Öffnungsbreite größer als die erste Öffnungsbreite ist.In a further advantageous embodiment, the holding frame has a second opening width in the inserted state, the second opening width being defined by the width between two opposite upper edges of the plug-in module holding means in the insertion direction, the second opening width being larger than the first opening width.

Dadurch, dass eine genau definierte zweite Öffnungsbreite für einen Einsteckzustand des Halterahmens definiert ist und die zweite Öffnungsbreite größer ist als die erste Öffnungsbreite, wird sichergestellt, dass ein leichtes Montieren der Steckverbindermodule gewährleistet ist.The fact that a precisely defined second opening width is defined for an insertion state of the holding frame and the second opening width is larger than the first opening width ensures that the connector modules are easy to assemble.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform ist die erste Öffnungsbreite kleiner als eine Abmessung zwischen zwei gegenüberliegenden Außenkanten der Steckmodulhaltemittel und die zweite Öffnungsbreite ist größer als die Abmessung zwischen zwei gegenüberliegenden Außenkanten der Steckmodulhaltemittel.In a further advantageous embodiment, the first opening width is smaller than a dimension between two opposite outer edges of the plug-in module holding means and the second opening width is larger than the dimension between two opposite outer edges of the plug-in module holding means.

Durch die Definition der Öffnungsbreiten anhand der Abmessungen der Steckmodulhaltemittel wird sichergestellt, dass die Öffnungsbreiten ein leichtes Montieren der Steckverbindermodule in dem Halterahmen gewährleisten.The definition of the opening widths on the basis of the dimensions of the plug-in module holding means ensures that the opening widths ensure easy mounting of the plug-in connector modules in the holding frame.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform weist der Halterahmen eine dritte Öffnungsbreite im Einsteckzustand auf, wobei die dritte Öffnungsbreite über den kleinsten Abstand zwischen den in Einsteckrichtung gegenüberliegenden Seitenteilen definiert ist.In a further advantageous embodiment, the holding frame has a third opening width in the inserted state, the third opening width being defined over the smallest distance between the side parts opposite in the insertion direction.

Durch diese eindeutige Definition einer dritten Öffnungsbreite in Abhängigkeit vom Steckverbindermodul wird sichergestellt, dass der Halterahmen so konstruiert wird, dass eine eichte Montage der jeweiligen Steckverbindermodule gewährleistet i ist, wobei die dritte Öffnungsbreite durch die Breite des Steckverbindermodulhauptteils definiert ist.This clear definition of a third opening width depending on the connector module ensures that the holding frame is constructed in such a way that the respective connector modules are easily installed, the third opening width being defined by the width of the connector module main part.

In einer Variante der obigen Ausführungsformen beträgt die erste Öffnungsbreite zwischen 30,4 mm und 34,2 mm, die zweite Öffnungsbreite 34,4 mm und die dritte Öffnungsbreite 30,3 mm.In a variant of the above embodiments, the first opening width is between 30.4 mm and 34.2 mm, the second opening width is 34.4 mm and the third opening width is 30.3 mm.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform ist die gelenkige Verbindung so ausgeformt, dass die vorbestimmten Öffnungsbreiten nicht überschritten werden können.In a further advantageous embodiment, the articulated connection is shaped such that the predetermined opening widths cannot be exceeded.

Durch die bauliche Gestaltung der gelenkigen Verbindung, sodass die Öffnungsbreiten nicht überschritten werden können, wird sichergestellt, dass bei der Montage nicht aus Versehen die vorteilhaften Öffnungsbreiten über- oder unterschritten werden.The structural design of the articulated connection so that the opening widths cannot be exceeded ensures that the advantageous opening widths are not inadvertently exceeded or undershot during assembly.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform weist die gelenkige Verbindung eine erste Begrenzung und eine zweite Begrenzung auf, wobei die erste Begrenzung zu dem ersten Seitenteil gehörig ist und die zweite Begrenzung zu dem zweiten Seitenteil gehörig ist, sodass die erste und zweite Begrenzung in Kontakt kommen, wenn der Halterahmen in dem Einsteckzustand ist.In a further advantageous embodiment, the articulated connection has a first boundary and a second boundary, the first boundary belonging to the first side part and the second boundary belonging to the second side part, so that the first and second boundary come into contact when the holding frame is in the inserted state.

Hierdurch wird mechanisch auf einfache Weise sichergestellt, dass die gelenkige Verbindung nur bis zum Kontakt zwischen den beiden Begrenzungen geöffnet werden kann.This ensures mechanically in a simple manner that the articulated connection can only be opened up to the contact between the two limits.

In einer Variante der obigen Ausführungsform weisen die Begrenzungen einen solchen Winkel zu den Seitenflächen auf, dass die vorbestimmten Öffnungsbreiten in dem Einsteckzustand nicht überschritten werden.In a variant of the above embodiment, the boundaries have such an angle to the side faces that the predetermined opening widths are not exceeded in the inserted state.

Dadurch, dass der Winkel der Begrenzungen zu den Seitenflächen so gewählt wird, dass im Einsteckzustand die Begrenzungen so in Kontakt kommen, dass ein weiteres Öffnen nicht möglich ist, kann sichergestellt werden, dass die vorteilhaften Öffnungsbreiten bei der Montage nicht aus Versehen überschritten werden.The fact that the angle of the boundaries to the side surfaces is selected such that the boundaries come into contact in the inserted state in such a way that further opening is not possible can ensure that the advantageous opening widths are not accidentally exceeded during assembly.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform weisen die Halterahmenhaltemittel an der in Einsteckrichtung unteren Kante eine untere Schnittfläche senkrecht zur Fläche der Seitenteile auf.In a further advantageous embodiment, the holding frame holding means on the lower edge in the insertion direction have a lower cut surface perpendicular to the surface of the side parts.

Dies hat den Vorteil, dass eine klare Definition des Anschlags des Steckverbindermoduls möglich wird.This has the advantage that a clear definition of the stop of the connector module is possible.

In einer weiteren vorteilhaften Ausführungsform weisen das eine oder die mehreren Steckverbindermodule Rasthaken auf und der Anschlag ist so gewählt, dass beim Anschlagen des einen oder der mehreren Steckverbindermodule, die Rasthaken des einen oder der mehreren Steckverbindermodule an einer unteren Kante der Seitenteile einrastet.In a further advantageous embodiment, the one or more connector modules have latching hooks and the stop is selected such that when the one or more connector modules are struck, the latching hooks of the one or more connector modules snap into place on a lower edge of the side parts.

Diese Ausführungsform hat den Vorteil, dass die Steckverbindermodule im Einsteckzustand, wenn sie am Anschlag anliegen, weder in Einsteckrichtung noch gegen die Einsteckrichtung aus dem Halterahmen herausrutschen können, so dass gerade ein Montieren von mehreren Steckverbindermodulen vereinfacht wird.This embodiment has the advantage that the plug-in connector modules cannot slip out of the holding frame either in the plug-in direction or against the plug-in direction in the plugged-in state, so that assembly of several plug-in connector modules is simplified.

Bevorzugte und vorteilhafte Ausführungsformen der Erfindung sind insbesondere in den abhängigen Ansprüchen definiert, wobei zu verstehen ist, dass eine Ausführungsform, die im Zusammenhang mit einem erfindungsgemäßen Verfahren beschrieben ist, ebenso als Ausführungsform einer erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung zu verstehen ist, was auch umgekehrt gilt. Bevorzugte und/oder vorteilhafte Ausführungsformen der Erfindung ergeben sich neben der Definition in den Ansprüchen auch aus der weiteren Beschreibung und Erläuterung. Die in den abhängigen Ansprüchen definierten Ausführungsformen können ebenso wie die weiteren hier offenbarten Ausführungsformen miteinander kombiniert werden, sofern sie nicht Merkmale gegenseitig ausschließen.Preferred and advantageous embodiments of the invention are defined in particular in the dependent claims, it being understood that an embodiment which is described in connection with a method according to the invention is also to be understood as an embodiment of a device according to the invention, which also applies vice versa. Preferred and / or advantageous embodiments of the invention result from the further description and explanation in addition to the definition in the claims. The embodiments defined in the dependent claims, like the other embodiments disclosed here, can be combined with one another, provided that they do not mutually exclude features.

Im Folgenden wird die Erfindung anhand bevorzugter Ausführungsbeispiele unter Bezug auf die beiliegenden Figuren näher erläutert. Hierbei zeigen/zeigt

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In den Figuren 1a, 1b, 2a und 2b ist schematisch ein Halterahmen 1 für Steckverbindermodule 2 dargestellt, wobei in Fig. 2a und 2b der Halterahmen geöffnet und in Fig. 1a und 1b geschlossen ist.In the Figures 1a, 1b . 2a and 2b is shown schematically a holding frame 1 for connector modules 2, wherein in 2a and 2b the holding frame opened and in 1a and 1b closed is.

Der Halterahmen 1 ist nach dem Einfügen von Steckverbindermodulen 2 zum Einbau in Steckverbindergehäuse (siehe DE 197 07 120 C1 und EP 0860906 A2 ) oder zum Befestigen über einem Durchbruch einer Befestigungsfläche/Montagewand vorgesehen.The holding frame 1 is after inserting connector modules 2 for installation in the connector housing (see DE 197 07 120 C1 and EP 0860906 A2 ) or for fastening over an opening in a fastening surface / mounting wall.

Der Halterahmen 1 besteht aus zwei über Gelenke 3 verbundene Halterahmenflächen 4, 5 mit Befestigungsenden 6, die mit Befestigungsschrauben (nicht dargestellt) versehen werden können, und Seitenteilen 8. Die Gelenke 3 sind dabei an den Befestigungsenden 6 des Halterahmens 1 vorgesehen, wobei die Schwenkmöglichkeit der Rahmenfläche 4, 5 quer zu den Seitenteilen 8 des Halterahmens 1 vorgesehen ist (wie aus dem Vergleich der Figuren 1a, 1b und 2a, 2b zu erkennen ist). Zur Bildung der Gelenke 3 sind an den Befestigungsenden 6 des Halterahmens 1 jeweils Anformungen vorgesehen, die in entsprechende Aussparungen eingreifen. Nach Einbringung der Anformungen in die Aussparungen sind die Seitenteile um die Längsachse schwenkbar (drehbar).The holding frame 1 consists of two holding frame surfaces 4, 5 connected via joints 3 with fastening ends 6, which can be provided with fastening screws (not shown), and side parts 8. The joints 3 are provided on the fastening ends 6 of the holding frame 1, with the possibility of pivoting the frame surface 4, 5 is provided transversely to the side parts 8 of the holding frame 1 (as from the comparison of the Figures 1a, 1b and 2a, 2b can be seen). In order to form the joints 3, formations are provided on the fastening ends 6 of the holding frame 1, which engage in corresponding recesses. After the formations have been introduced into the cutouts, the side parts can be pivoted (rotatable) about the longitudinal axis.

Die Steckverbindermodule 2 umfassen ein Steckverbinderhauptteil 2A, das mit vorstehenden, etwa rechteckförmigen Haltemitteln 9 versehen ist, und können zusätzliche federelastische Rasthaken (nicht dargestellt) aufweisen. In den Seitenteilen 8 der Rahmenhälften 4, 5 sind als allseitig geschlossene Öffnungen ausgebildete Ausnehmungen 11 (als Beispiele von Halterahmenhaltemitteln) vorgesehen, in die die Steckmodulhaltemittel 9 beim Einfügen der Steckverbindermodule 2 in den Halterahmen 1 eintauchen.The connector modules 2 comprise a connector main part 2A, which is provided with protruding, approximately rectangular holding means 9, and can have additional spring-elastic latching hooks (not shown). In the side parts 8 of the frame halves 4, 5, recesses 11 (as examples of holding frame holding means) are provided as openings which are closed on all sides and into which the plug-in module holding means 9 are immersed when the connector modules 2 are inserted into the holding frame 1.

Zum Einfügen der Steckverbindermodule 2 wird der Halterahmen 1 aufgeklappt, das heißt geöffnet, wobei die Rahmenhälften 4, 5 um die Gelenke 3 so weit aufgeklappt werden, das die Steckverbindermodule 2 eingesetzt werden können. Zur Vorfixierung der Steckverbindermodule 2 können die eventuell vorgesehenen Rasthaken beim Einfügen zunächst unter die Unterkanten der Seitenteile 8 der Rahmenhälften 4, 5 greifen. Anschließend werden die Rahmenhälften 4, 5 zusammengeklappt, das heißt, der Halterahmen 1 wird geschlossen, wobei die Steckmodulhaltemittel 9 in die Ausnehmungen 11 gelangen und ein sicherer, formschlüssige Halt der Steckverbindermodule 2 in dem Halterahmen 1 bewirkt wird. Die Befestigungsenden 6 weisen jeweils einen Befestigungsabschnitt auf, der sich im aufgeschraubten Zustand (siehe Fig. 1a, 1b) parallel zur Befestigungsfläche (nicht dargestellt) erstreckt. Die Erstreckungsebene dieses Befestigungsabschnitts erstreckt sich im Fall von Fig. 1a waagerecht und im rechten Winkel zur Zeichnungsebene. Im Bereich des Befestigungsabschnitts befinden sich in dieser Ausführungsform Vorsprünge 7 und Vorsprünge 10 der Halterahmenhälften 5, 4, die im zusammengebauten Zustand des Halterahmens miteinander in Eingriff stehen.To insert the connector modules 2, the holding frame 1 is opened, that is to say opened, the frame halves 4, 5 being opened around the joints 3 to such an extent that the connector modules 2 can be used. To pre-fix the connector modules 2, the latching hooks that may be provided can initially grip under the lower edges of the side parts 8 of the frame halves 4, 5 when they are inserted. Subsequently, the frame halves 4, 5 are folded together, that is, the holding frame 1 is closed, the plug-in module holding means 9 entering the recesses 11 and a secure, form-fitting hold of the connector modules 2 in the holding frame 1 being effected. The fastening ends 6 each have a fastening section which, when screwed on (see 1a, 1b ) extends parallel to the mounting surface (not shown). The extension plane of this fastening section extends in the case of Fig. 1a horizontal and at right angles to the plane of the drawing. In this embodiment there are projections 7 and projections 10 of the holding frame halves 5, 4 in the region of the fastening section, which engage with one another in the assembled state of the holding frame.

Die Fig. 3 zeigt eine erste beispielhafte Ausführungsform für einen erfindungsgemäßen Halterahmen 1 basierend auf der grundsätzlichen Konzeption eines Halterahmens wie er in den Figuren 1a bis 2b beschrieben ist. In Fig. 3 ist schematisch ein Querschnitt durch den Halterahmen in einem Einsteckzustand gezeigt. Die Seitenwände 4, 5, die sich in dieser Abbildung im rechten Winkel zur Zeichnungsebene erstrecken, sind als einfache Rechtecke dargestellt, könnten aber auch andere Formen aufweisen. Der hier gewählte Querschnitt verläuft genau durch eine Ebene, in der auf jeder Seite des Halterahmens eine Aussparung 11 liegt.The Fig. 3 shows a first exemplary embodiment for a holding frame 1 according to the invention based on the basic concept of a holding frame as shown in FIGS Figures 1a to 2b is described. In Fig. 3 a cross section through the holding frame is shown schematically in an inserted state. The side walls 4, 5, which in this figure extend at right angles to the plane of the drawing, are shown as simple rectangles, but could also have other shapes. The cross section selected here runs exactly through a plane in which there is a cutout 11 on each side of the holding frame.

In der hier beschriebenen Ausführungsform sind zusätzlich die auf beiden Seiten befindlichen Anschläge A1 und A2 eingezeichnet. Dabei bezeichnet ein Anschlag einen Punkt, in dem das Steckverbindermodul bei der Montage mit dem Halterahmen in Kontakt kommt und in Einsteckrichtung nicht über den Anschlagpunkt hinaus in den Halterahmen eingebracht werden kann.In the embodiment described here, the stops A1 and A2 located on both sides are also shown. Here, a stop denotes a point at which the connector module comes into contact with the holding frame during assembly and cannot be inserted into the holding frame beyond the stop point in the insertion direction.

In einer bevorzugten Ausführungsform ist der Abstand zwischen den Anschlägen A1 und A2 auf den jeweiligen Seitenflächen 4, 5 über eine Strecke S1 definiert. Dabei wird die Strecke S1, die auch als erste Öffnungsbreite bezeichnet wird, so definiert, dass der Anschlagpunkt A1, A2 oberhalb einer unteren Kante der Aussparung 11 liegt.In a preferred embodiment, the distance between the stops A1 and A2 is defined on the respective side surfaces 4, 5 over a distance S1. The distance S1, which is also referred to as the first opening width, is defined such that the attachment point A1, A2 lies above a lower edge of the cutout 11.

Des Weiteren wird die Öffnung des Halterahmens im Einsteckzustand über eine zweite Öffnungsbreite S2 definiert. Dabei wird die zweite Öffnungsbreite S2 als Strecke zwischen den oberen Kanten der Aussparungen 11 in gegenüberliegenden Seitenwänden 4, 5 definiert. Dabei wird die zweite Öffnungsbreite S2 größer gewählt als die erste Öffnungsbreite S1.Furthermore, the opening of the holding frame in the inserted state is defined via a second opening width S2. The second opening width S2 is defined as the distance between the upper edges of the cutouts 11 in opposite side walls 4, 5. The second opening width S2 is chosen to be larger than the first opening width S1.

Eine dritte Öffnungsbreite S3 kann definiert werden über den kleinsten Abstand zwischen den in Einsteckrichtung gegenüberliegenden Seitenwänden 4,5, der sich in diesem Fall an der Unterkante der Seitenteile 8 befindet. Die dritte Öffnungsbreite S3 ist dabei so ausgelegt, dass ein Steckverbindermodul 2 so weit wie nötig in den Halterahmen 1 eingebracht werden kann.A third opening width S3 can be defined via the smallest distance between the side walls 4, 5 opposite in the direction of insertion, which in this case is located on the lower edge of the side parts 8. The third opening width S3 is designed such that a connector module 2 can be inserted into the holding frame 1 as far as necessary.

Fig. 4 zeigt, wie während der Montage eines Steckverbindermoduls 2 die Definition der ersten bis dritten Öffnungsbreiten S1, S2, S3 ein vereinfachtes Montieren von Steckverbindermodulen 2 erlaubt. Fig. 4 shows how during the assembly of a connector module 2 the definition of the first to third opening widths S1, S2, S3 allows a simplified assembly of connector modules 2.

Das Steckverbindermodul 2 ist dabei charakterisiert durch eine Breite B2 des Steckverbindermodulhauptteils 2A und durch eine Breite B1 zwischen gegenüberliegenden Enden der Steckverbindermodulhaltemittel 9. Zur Montage des Steckverbindermoduls 2 wird der Halterahmen 1 in den Einsteckzustand gebracht, wobei die vorbestimmte Definition der Öffnungsbreiten im Einsteckzustand eingehalten wird. Dabei ist die dritte Öffnungsbreite S3 so definiert, dass die Breite des Steckverbindermodulhauptteils 2A bis zum Anschlag A1, A2 in den Halterahmen 1 eingesteckt werden kann. Die erste Öffnungsbreite S1 zwischen Anschlag A1 und Anschlag A2 ist so definiert, dass sie kleiner ist als die Breite B1, die durch die Außenkanten der Steckmodulhaltemittel 9 definiert ist. Dadurch schlägt das Steckverbindermodul 2 mit den Steckmodulhaltemitteln 9 beim Einstecken am vordefinierten Anschlag A1, A2 an und kann nicht weiter in den Halterahmen 1 eingebracht werden. Dadurch wird sichergestellt, dass das Steckverbindermodul 2 nicht während der Montage durch die untere Öffnung des Halterahmens 1 durchrutschen kann und außerdem der Anschlagpunkt für eine leichte Montage, das heißt ein leichtes Verschließen des Halterahmens, vorteilhaft platziert ist.The connector module 2 is characterized by a width B2 of the connector module main part 2A and by a width B1 between opposite ends of the connector module holding means 9. To mount the connector module 2, the holding frame 1 is brought into the inserted state, the predetermined definition of the opening widths being maintained in the inserted state. The third opening width S3 is defined in such a way that the width of the connector module main part 2A can be inserted into the holding frame 1 up to the stop A1, A2. The first opening width S1 between stop A1 and stop A2 is defined so that it is smaller than the width B1, which is defined by the outer edges of the plug-in module holding means 9. As a result, the connector module 2 strikes with the plug-in module holding means 9 when inserted at the predefined stop A1, A2 and cannot be inserted further into the holding frame 1. This ensures that the connector module 2 cannot slip through the lower opening of the holding frame 1 during assembly and that the attachment point for easy assembly, that is to say easy closing of the holding frame, is advantageously placed.

Fig. 5 zeigt einen vergrößerten schematischen Ausschnitt der gelenkigen Verbindung 3 der bevorzugten Ausführungsform. Dabei ist die gelenkige Verbindung 3 in einem geschlossenen Zustand des Halterahmens 1 gezeigt. Die gelenkige Verbindung 3 umfasst dabei die Begrenzungen 12A und 12B, die so ausgestaltet sind, dass sie bei einer Öffnung des Halterahmens 1 miteinander in Kontakt kommen. Dabei ist ein Öffnen nur bis zum Kontakt der beiden Begrenzungen 12A, 12B möglich, sodass der Kontakt der beiden Begrenzungen 12A, 12B eine Öffnung des Halterahmens definiert. Fig. 5 shows an enlarged schematic section of the articulated connection 3 of the preferred embodiment. The articulated connection 3 is shown in a closed state of the holding frame 1. The articulated connection 3 comprises the boundaries 12A and 12B, which are designed such that they come into contact with one another when the holding frame 1 is opened. Opening is only until possible for the contact of the two boundaries 12A, 12B, so that the contact of the two boundaries 12A, 12B defines an opening of the holding frame.

Die beiden Begrenzungen werden dabei vorteilhafterweise so gewählt, dass sie einen Winkel α mit den Seitenflächen 4, 5 bilden. Dieser Winkel α definiert, wie weit sich die gelenkige Verbindung 3 in einem Einsteckzustand öffnen lässt. Somit kann in einer vorteilhaften Ausführungsform die Öffnung des Halterahmens im Einsteckzustand über den Winkel α baulich genau eingestellt werden.The two limits are advantageously chosen so that they form an angle α with the side surfaces 4, 5. This angle α defines how far the articulated connection 3 can be opened in an inserted state. Thus, in an advantageous embodiment, the opening of the holding frame can be structurally precisely adjusted in the inserted state via the angle α.

Fig. 6 zeigt ein Ablaufdiagramm zur Illustration eines Ausführungsbeispiels eines erfindungsgemäßen Bestückungsverfahrens. Fig. 6 shows a flowchart to illustrate an embodiment of an assembly method according to the invention.

Das erfindungsgemäße Verfahren zum Bestücken eines Halterahmens mit Steckverbindermodulen, insbesondere eines Halterahmens, wie er hier beschrieben und in den Figuren gezeigt ist, umfasst die folgenden Schritte:
Zunächst wird in Schritt 60 ein Einsteckzustand des Halterahmens vorgesehen, wobei in dem Einsteckzustand die zwei an Befestigungsenden des Halterahmens gelenkig miteinander verbundenen Halterahmenflächen derart um eine Längsachse zueinander verschwenkt sind, dass ein oder mehrere Steckverbindermodule zwischen die Seitenteile einsteckbar sind.The method according to the invention for equipping a holding frame with plug-in connector modules, in particular a holding frame, as described here and shown in the figures, comprises the following steps:
First, in step 60, a plug-in state of the holding frame is provided, wherein in the plug-in state the two holding frame surfaces articulated to one another at the fastening ends of the holding frame are pivoted relative to one another about a longitudinal axis such that one or more plug-in connector modules can be plugged in between the side parts.

Im Einsteckzustand kann der Halterahmen in einem Bestückungsschritt 61 mit einem oder mehreren Steckverbindermodulen durch Einstecken der Steckverbindermodule bis zu einem Anschlag bestückt werden.In the insertion state, the holding frame can be equipped with one or more connector modules in an assembly step 61 by inserting the connector modules up to a stop.

Auf das Bestücken 61 folgt ein Vorsehen 62 eines Haltezustandes des Halterahmens mit einem Verschwenken der Halterahmenhälften gegenüber dem Einsteckzustand, sodass das eine oder die mehreren eingesetzten Steckverbindermodule über Steckmodulhaltemittel an den Steckverbindermodulen und an gegenüberliegenden Seitenteilen des Halterahmens vorgesehene Halterahmenhaltemittel eine formschlüssige Verbindung mit dem Halterahmen aufweisen, wobei die Steckverbindermodule beim Verschwenken der Halterrahmenhälften am Anschlag verbleiben.The assembly 61 is followed by provision 62 of a holding state of the holding frame with a pivoting of the holding frame halves relative to the inserted state, so that the one or more plug-in connector modules used have plug-in holder means provided on the plug-in connector modules and holding frame holding means provided on opposite side parts of the holding frame with a positive connection have the holding frame, the connector modules remain at the stop when pivoting the holder frame halves.

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  1. A holding frame (1) for holding plug connector modules (2), wherein the plug connector modules (2) are insertable into the holding frame (1) and plug module holding means (9) on the plug connector modules (2) cooperate with holding frame holding means (11) provided on opposite side parts (8) of the holding frame (1),
    wherein the holding frame (1) includes two frame halves (4, 5) articulatedly connected to each other at fastening ends (6) of the holding frame (1), the holding frame (1) being divided along a line parallel to the side parts (8) of the holding frame (1),
    the articulated connection (3) allowing a plug-in state and a holding state of the holding frame (1),
    the frame halves (4, 5) in the plug-in state being pivoted in relation to each other about a longitudinal axis in such a way that one or more plug connector modules (2) can be inserted between the side parts (8), and
    the frame halves (4, 5) in the holding state being pivoted in such a way relative to the plug-in state that one or more inserted plug connector modules (2) have a form-locking connection with the holding frame (1) via the plug module holding means (9),
    characterised in that
    the holding frame (1) in the plug-in state has a stop (A1, A2), located on the lower edge, in the plug-in direction, of the holding frame holding means (11), for stopping the one or more plug connector modules (2) on insertion into the holding frame (1), wherein the stop (A1, A2) is so designed that when a plug connector module (2) is stopped in the plug-in state, the holding frame holding means (11) and the plug module holding means (9) engage in each other in the holding state.
  2. The holding frame (1) according to claim 1, wherein the stop (A1, A2) in the plug-in state is defined by a first opening width (S1), the first opening width (S1) being a width between two opposite lower edges of the holding frame holding means (11) in the plug-in state.
  3. The holding frame (1) according to claim 2, wherein the holding frame has a second opening width (S2) in the plug-in state, the second opening width (S2) being defined by the width between two opposite upper edges of the holding frame holding means (11), in the plug-in direction, wherein the second opening width (S2) is wider than the first opening width (S1).
  4. The holding frame (1) according to claim 3, wherein the first opening width (S1) is less than a dimension (B1) between two opposite outer edges of the plug module holding means (9), and the second opening width (S2) is greater than the dimension (B1) between two opposite outer edges of the plug module holding means (9).
  5. The holding frame (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding frame (1) has a third opening width (S3) in the plug-in state, the third opening width (S3) being defined on the basis of the smallest distance between the opposite side parts (8) in the plug-in direction, wherein the third opening width (S3) is defined by the width (B2) of the main part of the plug connector module.
  6. The holding frame according to any one of claims 2 to 5, wherein the first opening width (S1) is between 30.4 mm and 34.2 mm.
  7. The holding frame according to any one of claims 3 to 6, wherein the second opening width (S2) is 34.4 mm.
  8. The holding frame according to any one of claims 5 to 7, wherein the third opening width (S3) is 30.3 mm.
  9. The holding frame (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the articulated connection (3) is shaped in such a way that the predetermined opening widths (S1, S2, S3) cannot be exceeded.
  10. The holding frame according to claim 9, wherein the hinged connection (3) has a first boundary (12A) and a second boundary (12B), the first boundary (12A) belonging to the first side part (8) and the second boundary (12B) belonging to the second side part (8), such that the first and the second boundary (12A, 12B) come into contact when the holding frame (1) is in the plug-in state.
  11. The holding frame (1) according to claim 10, wherein the boundaries (12A, 12B) define an angle (α) to the side surfaces such that the predetermined opening widths (S1, S2, S3) are not exceeded in the plug-in state.
  12. The holding frame according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the holding frame holding means (11) has a lower cut surface perpendicular to the surface of the side parts (8), on the lower edge in the plug-in direction.
  13. The holding frame (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the one or more plug connector modules (2) have detent hooks and wherein the stop (A1, A2) is selected such that, when the one or more plug connector modules (2) are stopped, the detent hooks of the one or more plug connector modules (2) catch on a lower edge of the side parts (8).
  14. A method for populating a holding frame (1) with plug connector modules (2), wherein the holding frame (1) comprises two frame halves (4, 5), the holding frame (1) being divided along a line parallel to the side parts (8) of the holding frame (1), said method comprising the steps of:
    providing (60) a plug-in state of the holding frame (1), the frame halves (4, 5) articulatedly connected to each other at fastening ends of the holding frame (1) in the plug-in state being pivoted in relation to each other about a longitudinal axis in such a way that one or more plug connector modules (2) can be inserted between the side parts (8),
    populating (61) the holding frame (1) in the plug-in state with one or more plug connector modules (2) by inserting one or more plug connector modules (2) as far as a stop (A1, A2) located on the lower edge, in the plug-in direction, of the holding frame holding means (11), and
    providing (62) a holding state of the holding frame (1) by pivoting the frame halves (4, 5) relative to the plug-in state, such that the one or more inserted plug connector modules (2) have a form-locking connection with the holding frame (1) via plug module holding means (9) on the plug connector modules (2) and via holding frame holding means (11) which are provided on opposite side parts (8) of the holding frame (1), the one or more plug connector modules (2) remaining at the stop (A1, A2) when pivoted.
  15. A holding system, comprising:
    a holding frame (1) according to claim 1, and one or more plug connector modules (2), wherein the plug connector modules (2) have plug module holding means (9), wherein the holding frame (1) is designed such that the plug module holding means (9) and the holding frame holding means (11) engage in each other in a holding state.
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