Motor programming tool

摘要

A motor programming tool is disclosed for associating with a connection block of a motor and sending signals to a programmable controller of the motor, where the connection block includes a plurality of terminals coupled to the controller. The programming tool includes a tool body with an interface generally corresponding with the connection block of the motor, wiring operable to carry the signals, and a plurality of terminal connecting assemblies to associate with the motor terminals. The tool body includes a shiftable locking mechanism operable to selectively secure the tool body relative to the electrical connection block of the motor. The locking mechanism includes a pivotable latch moveable between an open position, wherein the connecting assemblies are freely moveable into and out of contact with the motor terminals, and a closed position, wherein at least a portion of the pivotable latch is in contact with the motor and the connecting assemblies are restricted from moving out of contact with the motor terminals.

主权项

1. In combination:
a motor including a programmable controller and a connection block, with the connection block housing a plurality of motor terminals coupled to the controller; and a motor programming tool temporarily associated with the connection block to send signals to the controller, said programming tool including—
a tool body including an interface generally corresponding with the electrical connection block of the motor for selective association therewith;wiring operable to carry the electrical signals,said wiring presenting terminal ends disposed in the tool body, anda plurality of terminal connecting assemblies temporarily associated with the plurality of motor terminals, with each connecting assembly operably contacting a respective motor terminal,each connecting assembly including a mounting element electrically connected to at least one terminal end of the wiring and a plunger element shiftable relative to the mounting element while maintaining electrical connection therewith,each plunger element being biased toward an extended condition and being yieldably retracted inwardly relative to the extended condition when the tool body is associated with the electrical connection block of the motor to facilitate electrical communication between the tool and motor controller.