Modular connection system for ethernet applications in the industrial sector

US6802737B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• Tyco Electronics AMP GmbH · DE

Inventors

• Bert Bergner · Rimbach, DE
• Guenter Feldmeier · Lorsch, DE

Key dates

• Filing date: Jun 20, 2003
• Grant date: Oct 12, 2004
• Expiry date: Jun 20, 2023

Classification

• Technology area (CPC Y): Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
• CPC primary: Y10S439/928
• WIPO field: Audio-visual technology
• WIPO sector: Electrical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to a modular connection system for industrial applications having electronic modules which have at least one data distribution device and can be mounted on a mounting rail. The electronic modules have a plurality of connections, which can be contacted via universal module locations, wherein a databus and a power supply connection are located between the electronic modules mounted on the mounting rail. Connection modules are attachable to the module locations of the electronic modules and can be fastened there mechanically to produce an electrical connection between optical or electric cables and the connections.