Patent ID: 6106329
Filing Date: 2000-08-22
Classification: H01R,H02B

Abstract:
An adjustable modular panel for providing connection sites for cables carrying data for communicating with terminal devices, comprising:a first panel having a mounting surface for fastening thereto of connector devices, and a first engaging edge;a second panel having a mounting surface for fastening thereto of the connector devices, and a second engaging edge;said first and second panels being positionable in predeterminately spaced relation to form a trough having a width for partially housing the cables; anda fastening device on said first and second panels for operative engagement to secure said first and second panels to each other in said predeterminately spaced relation when said fastening device is in a locked position, and releasable for facilitating expansion of the trough width to accommodate an increased number of cables when said fastening device is in a released position, wherein said first and second engaging edges define crenellated edges having alternating protrusions and recesses and wherein said protrusions have a defining wall having one of a lip and a channel formed therein and wherein said recesses have a defining wall having the other of the lip and the channel formed therein so that said lips seat within said channels when said fastening device is in the locked position.