EP3743582A1

EP3743582A1 - Insulating glazing, window and production method

Info

Publication number: EP3743582A1
Application number: EP19700344.5A
Authority: EP
Inventors: Marcus Neander; Christopher MARJAN; Hans-Werner Kuster; Bryan Greer; Guenael MORVAN
Original assignee: Saint Gobain Glass France SAS; Compagnie de Saint Gobain SA
Current assignee: Saint Gobain Glass France SAS; Compagnie de Saint Gobain SA
Priority date: 2018-01-22
Filing date: 2019-01-08
Publication date: 2020-12-02
Also published as: US11346149B2; JP2021510785A; AU2019209099A1; CN111601945B; JP7085005B2; NZ766220A; CA3087435A1; CN111601945A; AU2019209099B2; CA3087435C; WO2019141533A1; US20210047879A1; RU2751326C1; KR102513687B1; KR20200106976A

Abstract

The invention relates to insulating glazing, in particular triple-layer glazing or multi-layer glazing, comprising at least one first pane element (1), at least one spacer (4) and at least one connector (5), wherein the spacer (4) and the connector (5) abut one another such that they extend along a common longitudinal axis (X), wherein the spacer (4) and the connector (5) accommodate and position the first pane element (1). An electrically conductive coupling element (6) is provided in the accommodating groove (7) of the connector (5) in such a way that an electrical coupling can be established between the connector (5) and the first pane element (1) for electrically connecting an external power source to the first pane element (1). The invention also relates to a window having insulating glazing, as well as a method for producing insulating glazing of this type or a window of this type.

Description

Insulating glazing, windows and methods of manufacture

The invention relates to an insulating glazing, in particular a triple glazing or a multiple glazing, and a window with such insulating glazing. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for producing such insulating glazing or such a window.

Insulating glazings usually comprise at least two disc elements and a circumferential arranged between these disc elements

Spacer frames. The disc elements are connected via seals to the spacer frame, so that a tightly closed

Disc space arises. This space between the panes is so dense that moisture can not penetrate as much as possible and, if possible, there is no gas filling to escape.

So-called active glazing or functional glazing open the

Possibility of lighted glazing, glazing with electric blinds or blinds or switchable glazing, u.a. to realize with distinguishable or separately switchable zones, or the like. At a

Active glazing or functional glazing in the form of insulating glazing, functional coatings or units can be arranged in the space between the panes, so that thanks to the sealing of the interior

Space between the panes is protected from moisture and corrosion.

In order to provide a suitable power supply for such glazings, usually a plurality of current-carrying conductors is necessary. These conductors are passed through the seals of the glazing or window.

The preparation and arrangement of the conductor is done by hand and thus requires a time-consuming and costly production of

Insulating glazing or windows. In addition, by having to pass the numerous current conductors through the seals numerous potential defects for liquid and gas leaks are generated. Active glazings contain a functional element, which typically contains an active layer between two surface electrodes. The optical properties of the active layer can be changed by a voltage applied to the surface electrodes. An example of this are electrochromic elements, which are known, for example, from US 20120026573 A1 and WO 2012007334 A1. Another example is SPD elements (suspended particle device), which are known, for example, from EP 0876608 B1 and WO 2011033313 A1. The applied voltage can be used to control the transmission of visible light through electrochromic or SPD elements. The voltage is supplied via so-called bus bars, which are usually applied to the surface electrodes and are connected via suitable connecting cable with a voltage source.

In an insulated glazing with active glazing, the voltage supply must be gas-tight and watertight in order to ensure a sufficient quality and lifetime of the glazing. In WO 2017/106458 A1, the electrical lead itself is shaped and sized in such a way that it has a higher tolerance against relative movements with different thermal expansion of the components involved. However, the supply line itself takes place between the spacer and the adjacent pane by the primary sealing means used for bonding and sealing. Such a cable bushing through the edge bond of the insulating glazing always represents a potential defect.

The invention is therefore based on the object, an insulating glazing

to provide a simple and cost-effective installation of the glazing, and can provide improved tightness. Furthermore, it is an object of the invention to provide a suitable window and a method for producing the same.

The object of the present invention is achieved by a

Insulating glazing, as well as a window according to the independent claims 1 and 11 solved. An inventive method for producing such

Insulating glazing or such a window is specified in claim 12.

Advantageous embodiments and developments emerge from the

Subclaims and from the description with reference to the figures. The insulating glazing according to the invention, in particular a triple glazing or a multiple glazing, is provided with at least one first disc element, at least one spacer and at least one connector, wherein the spacer and the connector are arranged together so that they extend along a common longitudinal axis and form a receiving groove, and wherein the first disc member is received and positioned in the receiving groove. An electrically conductive coupling element is in the

Receiving groove of the connector provided such that an electrical coupling between the connector and the first disc element for electrical

Connection of an external power source with the first disc element can be provided.

The invention is based on the idea of functional glazing or

Active glazing targeted to provide electrical energy. By means of at least one connector, the introduction of electrical energy up to the functional disk element can be provided at specific locations of the insulating glazing.

In particular, the connectors should be used to achieve uniform power supply along the entire surface of the functional disk element. So is not only intended to reduce the cost of producing the double glazing or a window with insulating or active glazing, but also to optimize the tightness of the double glazing.

Coupled means preferably electrically, capacitively or inductively electrically connected.

In this sense, the insulating glazing according to the invention is provided with at least one first disc element, at least one spacer and at least one connector, wherein the spacer and the connector are arranged together, so that they extend along a common longitudinal axis and form a receiving groove. The first disc element is received and positioned in the receiving groove.

The first disc element is in particular as an electrically active or

activatable disc element of the insulating glazing or the window designed. For example, the first disk element may be an electrochromic

Disk element, a liquid crystal disk element, a display in the form of a TFT or LCD screen, a disk element with an electrically conductive coating to achieve a heating effect or the like to provide an electrically active or activatable disk element.

The spacer may in particular be designed as a commercially available spacer for insulating glazing or window frame. Thus, the at least first disc element is arranged on or in the spacer.

Furthermore, the spacer may comprise a material such as stainless steel, aluminum, plastic or a comparable material or a comparable combination of materials. In this sense, the at least one

Spacer of the insulating glazing invention be designed as a commercial spacer.

It is envisaged to use the insulating glazing according to the invention with a suitable window frame.

Alternatively it can be provided in the sense of the present invention, the

Insulating glazing according to the invention to use with a facade or a convenient facade element.

Such a window frame is preferably provided such that it

Insulating glazing with the at least one first disc element expediently surrounds.

In particular, the insulating glazing or the window frame can be used with an insulating glazing according to the invention for a window.

Preferably, the at least one spacer is provided along an edge region or a side edge of the first disk element. Along a side edge of a glazing, a plurality of spacers may be provided. It is likewise provided that a plurality of spacers are arranged along all the side edges of the insulating glazing.

A spacer and a connector are arranged along a common longitudinal axis to each other, that is provided in the longitudinal direction consecutively. In this sense, cross-sectional areas of the spacer and the connector are joined together. It is preferably provided that along a side edge of a

Disc member a connector is enclosed between two spacers.

Alternatively, a connector can be directly connected to a so-called corner element or corner connector in the sense of the present invention. Preferably, such Eckverbinder are also considered as a formation of a spacer.

In particular, it may be provided along a side edge of a first disk element that any number of connectors and a

corresponding plurality of spacers are arranged alternately to each other.

The spacers and the connectors are configured such that the first disc element can be received and positioned.

If further disc elements, in particular a second and a third

Disc element are provided, the individual disc elements of the double glazing or window are appropriately positioned to each other based on the at least one spacer and the at least one connector.

In the sense of a window with double glazing or triple / multiple glazing or active glazing is provided that along all side edges of the

Disc elements spacers are arranged. In particular, on the lower side edge and / or the upper side edge of the disc elements, in

According to use, at least one connector can be provided in each case, which is enclosed between two spacers.

A connector may have a comparable length as a spacer or be designed much shorter. The dimension of a single connector is freely selectable depending on the specific application.

The at least one spacer and the connector serve for a spacing between the first disc element and at least one further, second disc element.

The second disc element is also along the at least one

Spacer and arranged at least one connector, preferably on an opposite side. Alternatively, in the sense of a triple glazing, a first, second and third disc element may be provided along the spacer and the connector, wherein the second and third disc element are arranged laterally of the spacer or the connector.

Furthermore, the device according to the invention can also be used as a

Multiple glazing be provided with a corresponding number of disc elements.

In particular, it is provided that a connection with external conductors or cable connections of an external energy source can be produced via the connector.

In the context of the present invention, an external energy source can be understood in particular to be a current or voltage source, a battery, a solar cell, a Peltier element or the like. So is as external

Energy source to understand any type of source of electrical power, which is sufficient to provide a functional glazing or active glazing, if necessary, with a sufficient voltage.

In this way, an advantageous reduction of the external electrical connections can be achieved, wherein within the insulating glazing any distribution of the electrical potential or different electrical potentials is possible.

By means of the at least one connector, along a side edge of the first disk element, the targeted and uniform transmission of electrical energy is advantageously available in order to provide an active glazing or functional glazing can. A seal of the insulating glass is penetrated only in the region of at least one connector, so that the tightness of the system is ensured. Furthermore, based on the dedicated current injection along the at least one connector of the

Reduced effort to produce an active glazing or functional glazing.

In general, the insulating glazing according to the invention with a

Window frame connected to the window frame in direct contact or with a spacing from the insulating glazing, to form an air gap, may be provided.

For the purposes of the insulating glazing according to the invention, an electrically conductive coupling element is at least partially provided in the receiving groove of the connector so that an electrical coupling between the connector and the first disc element for electrical connection of an external energy source with the first disc element can be provided.

Alternatively, an electrically conductive coupling element is at least partially provided in the receiving groove of the connector and the spacer such that an electrical coupling between the connector and the first

Disk element for electrical connection of an external power source with the first disk element is provided.

The coupling element is arranged in the receiving groove such that an electrical coupling between the connector and the first disc element is possible within the receiving groove. On the basis of the coupling element is an optimal electrical transition or contact resistance between the

Connector provided and the first disc element, in particular with a minimum electrical resistance.

In particular, surface contact between the connector and the first disk element is available by means of the coupling element, so that a minimum electrical contact resistance can be achieved.

The coupling element may preferably be an electrically conductive silicone, electrically conductive thermoplastic elastomer, preferably an electrically conductive

thermoplastic polyurethane or a comparable material. In this way, a cost-effective electrical coupling of the connector to the first disc element is available. Preferably, the coupling element consists at least in sections of an electrically conductive silicone, an electrically conductive thermoplastic elastomer, preferably an electrically conductive

thermoplastic polyurethane, or a comparable material.

Alternatively, the coupling element may be an electrically conductive silver paste or the like. Thus, an advantageous electrical coupling of the connector to the first disc element is available.

Preferably, the coupling element has a flexible material, so that a surface contact between the first disc element and the connector via the coupling element can be provided.

Preferably, the coupling element extends along the side edge of the disk element over at least a part of the first disk element, so that an electrical potential from the connector via the coupling element

evenly transferable to the disc element.

In particular, in relation to a selective introduction of an electrical potential, a suitable distribution of the electrical potential over a larger area of the first disk element is possible by means of the coupling element.

A surface contact is a direct surface contact between the

Coupling element and the first disc member extending over an area of at least 3 mm ² , preferably over an area of at least 10 mm ² extends. Preferably, the contact extends along the longitudinal axis (X) within the connector over a distance of at least 5 mm, preferably over a distance of at least 10 mm.

In particular, in the case of an insulating glazing according to the invention for a

Triple glazing, the spacer and the connector are designed such that a first, second and third disc element can be accommodated and positioned to each other.

For this purpose, the spacer and the connector preferably each have a receiving groove, which in the connected state along the common

Longitudinal axis are aligned. Thus, the first disc element may be received within the receiving groove of the at least one spacer and the at least one connector.

In the case of multiple glazing, the spacer and the connector are preferably provided with a corresponding plurality of receiving grooves

intended. Furthermore, it can be provided that the coupling element in the receiving groove at least partially acts as a damping material for mounting the first disc element in order to damp vibrations or the like. Such a damping effect can be achieved for example by a thermoplastic elastomer.

For the purposes of the invention, the damping effect must be provided by an electrically conductive material of the coupling element.

The second disc element and the third disc element are preferably provided along the opposite outer sides of the spacer and the connector in the case of a triple glazing.

When used according to the assembled state, the second

Disc element can be considered as an inner pane of the insulating glazing, while the third disc element can be an outer pane.

In this way, by means of one or more spacers and one or more connectors arranged therebetween a functional

Positioning of the disk elements for a window with the insulating glazing according to the invention, in particular for a triple-glazed window done.

According to one embodiment, it is provided that the connector is an electrically conductive connector. In particular, the connector can at least partially an electrically conductive

Have material. In this way, electrical energy can be transferable via the connector to the first disk element.

Alternatively, the connector may be partially configured with an electrically conductive coating, so that electrical energy can be coupled in from the outside and expediently transferred via the connector up to the first disk element.

It can be provided, in particular such an electrically conductive coating in the course of a laser structuring method, an adhesive method, a sputtering method, a 3D printing, a co-extrusion method, a combined metal / plastic injection molding process or as part of a

provide comparable method on the connector. Furthermore, such production methods are also conceivable for a connector which has at least partially an electrically conductive material.

On the basis of the connector, which has at least partially an electrically conductive material, an electrical potential can be forwarded via the connector into the receiving groove and by means of the coupling element to the first

Disc element be coupled.

In another embodiment, the connector is not an electrically conductive connector, but an electrically insulating connector. Preferably, the

Connector made of an electrically insulating material, such as a non-conductive plastic. In this case, a recess is provided in the connector, through which an external conductor can be passed. Thus, the coupling element of the connector can be contacted directly so as to electrically connect an external power source to the first one

To provide disc element.

Preferably, the recess is arranged in the region of the coupling element, preferably in the region of the receiving groove. The recess may have various shapes and may, for example, be designed as a round, angular, oblong recess or opening in a wall of the connector. The recess is suitably inserted into the wall of the connector and can for example be drilled, milled, cut or already provided in the production of the connector in the wall of the connector.

The recess preferably has an elongated shape and preferably extends substantially in the longitudinal direction of the connector. Preferably, it is designed as an incision in the connector. This allows a particularly simple production and a particularly easy introduction of the current conductor by simply inserting it into the recess from the side.

Particularly preferably, at least one current conductor is passed through the at least one recess of the connector during the production of the connector. This can be done during an extrusion process or during a

Injection molding process can be achieved particularly easily. The tightness of such a component is particularly high. According to a further embodiment, the coupling element extends along that part of the first disc element which is received in the receiving groove of the spacer and / or the connector.

Preferably, the at least one coupling element extends along the functional, first disk element such that the coupling element is concealed in the receiving groove of the spacer or connector. In particular, the coupling element is directly along the side edge of the first

Disc element provided.

Advantageously, the coupling element or the electrical coupling of the first disc element to the connector from the outside is not visible. Thus, an overall aesthetic impression can be achieved by means of the insulating glazing according to the invention, in particular within a window.

Furthermore, the coupling element can be an electrically conductive coupling element over its entire longitudinal extent. Alternatively, the coupling element can be designed to be electrically conductive in sections, in particular along the at least one connector.

Preferably, the coupling element is provided in one piece. Alternatively, the coupling element may be formed in several pieces.

In particular, if the coupling element is designed in sections electrically conductive, the coupling element may have an additional conductor. The additional conductor may be arranged as an electrically conductive wire within the coupling element, so that an electrical potential in the longitudinal direction of the

Coupling element is transferable or forwarded. The wire is preferably a metal wire, more preferably copper or tungsten or alloys thereof.

The advantage is achieved that an electrical potential can be uniformly distributed from a connector along the one-piece or multi-piece coupling element and can be appropriately coupled to the first disk element. In particular, this is expedient if the resistance of the coupling element is higher than that of the additional conductor.

In one embodiment, the connector has a cross-sectional structure of

Spacer on. The connector and the spacer differ in their function in that the connector additionally serves to provide an electrical connection between an external power source and the first disk element.

As a result, the connector has a comparable or substantially identical cross-sectional structure in comparison to the at least one spacer. In particular, the contours of a cross section of the connector and the

Spacer preferably designed congruent to a convenient

To ensure connection between the spacer and the connector.

According to another embodiment, at least one connector

intended for non-positive and / or positive connection of the spacer with the connector.

In particular, the at least one spacer can be connected to the at least one connector on the basis of at least one connector.

By spacers and connectors can be positively and / or positively connected by means of at least one connector in each case, a secure arrangement of the disc elements of the insulating glazing can be provided.

In one embodiment, the basic structure of the spacer and the connector each have at least one cavity for receiving the connector.

In particular, the spacer and the connector can each act as one

Hollow structure be configured. Thus, the connector is inserted into the cavities of the spacer and the connector to a force and / or

To provide positive connection.

The connector may be a common connector that is suitable for connecting commercially available spacers.

Alternatively, the at least one connector may form a fixed unit with a spacer.

In a further embodiment, the at least one connector forms a fixed unit with a connector. This way is a lesser one Installation effort for producing a glazing invention or a window according to the invention or a corresponding facade necessary. Preferably, the basic structure of the spacer comprises at least one

Cavity and the connector comprises at least one Einsteckschenkel which is insertable into the cavity of the spacer. Preference is given to both sides of

Connector pin arranged, in particular fixedly connected to the connector, which are insertable into at least one cavity of the spacer to produce a non-positive and / or positive connection. So a lesser installation and material costs is necessary.

Several spacers with intervening connectors can be advantageously connected to form an insulating glazing according to the invention for a window frame or a window.

According to a further embodiment, a first sealing component and a second sealing component are provided along the connector such that an external electrical lead extends from the connector to an external power source exclusively through the second sealing component. The first sealing component and the second sealing component are preferably each formed in one piece.

Preferably, for connection to the at least partially electrically conductive connector, only the second sealing component to penetrate on the direct, shortest way. Thus, an external electrical lead may be connected to the connector to provide the connector with an electrical potential.

Alternatively, the connector may have a plurality of electrically conductive zones, each zone being connected to a different external conductor to apply different potentials within the receptacle to the first

To be able to transfer disc element.

In addition, multiple connectors for the inventive

Insulating glazing be provided, which are each acted upon by different electrical voltages or potentials. By having to penetrate only the second sealing component for coupling an electrical potential to the at least one connector, an optimized tightness of the insulating glazing can be provided.

The first sealing component is preferably provided for bonding the disc elements to the outer sides of the spacer and the connector. In this sense, first sealing components are respectively arranged on the two outer sides of the spacer or connector.

The first sealing component may be configured as a butyl sealing component or the like.

In particular, the at least one first sealing component is unaffected by the electrical coupling of the first disc element and preferably in one piece as a continuous seal.

The second sealing component is preferably provided for sealing the insulating glazing relative to a window frame. In particular, the

Window frame spaced from the second sealing component, for example, to form an air gap. Thus, the second sealing component is provided along one side of the spacer or the connector, which faces away from the intermediate space between the disk elements.

The second sealing component may be made of polyurethane, polysulfide, silicone or the like.

Preferably, the first sealing component and the second sealing component are integrally formed along a side edge of a disc member. Accordingly, the first and second sealing components preferably extend across the interconnected spacers and connectors along the entire length of the respective side edges of the disc elements.

In the case of triple glazing, two first sealing elements are provided, which are each preferably integrally formed along the side edges of the second and third disc elements.

In the region of the at least one connector, the second sealing component is penetrated or penetrated at least once in order to be able to provide an electrical connection to an external energy source by means of the connector. In particular, it is provided that only the second sealing component in the region of the connector is only penetrated by the at least one external current conductor or power cable. Since only the second sealing component in the region of the connector is penetrated by a conductor, an electrical connection of a first disc element is ensured by the connector, without a penetration of the first seal is necessary. As a result, the tightness of the double glazing is significantly improved compared to

conventional glazing, where the electrical connection under

Penetration of the first and second seals takes place.

Preferably, it can be provided that the at least one external

Conductor or power cable is poured into the second sealing component or potted with the second sealing component.

In this way, the tightness of the double glazing, in particular the

Spaces between the disc elements, guaranteed. Furthermore, the cost of manufacturing and electrical connection of the glazing is reduced.

In a sibling aspect of the invention, a window is provided, in particular an insulating glazed window, a triple or a multi-glazed window, with an insulating glazing according to the invention.

Alternatively, the window may be provided as a facade or a facade element.

Thus, a facade or a facade element, in particular an insulating glazed facade element, a triple or multi-glazed facade element can be provided with an insulating glazing according to the invention.

On the basis of at least one connector, preferably enclosed between two spacers, an electrical connection to the functional, first disc element can be provided, wherein also an optimized gas and liquid-tightness of the window as well as a reduced working and

Costs for the production of the window according to the invention is achieved.

In a further independent aspect, a method for producing an insulating glazing according to the invention is provided. The coupling element is in the Receiving groove of the connector and / or the spacer introduced before the disc element is inserted into the receiving groove.

In particular, the coupling element can be introduced along a partial length of the receiving groove of the connector and / or the spacer. By virtue of the coupling element having a flexible material, for example a silver paste or a flexible, electrically conductive polymer, elastic and / or plastic deformation of the coupling element is available when inserting the second disc element.

Based on such deformation, the coupling element is brought into surface contact with the receiving groove of the connector and the first disc element. About this surface contact of the coupling element, the electrical coupling between the connector and the first disc element along the

Receiving groove.

If the coupling element is merely introduced into the receiving groove of the at least one spacer in the production process, surface contact with the connector or the receiving groove of the connector can be achieved in the course of inserting the first disk element due to the deformation of the coupling element along the receiving groove.

According to one embodiment, it is provided that the coupling element immediately before the insertion of the first disc element, immediately after the

Mating the at least one spacer and the at least one connector or during the extrusion of the spacer in the receiving groove of the spacer and / or the connector is introduced.

In this way, various options are available for suitable manufacturing processes for achieving an insulating glazing according to the invention or a window according to the invention.

Both a continuous introduction of the coupling element in the continuously extruded spacer profile is conceivable, as well as the manual introduction into the composite receiving groove of spacer and connector. In particular, in the case of a combination of a plurality of spacers and connectors with each other, moreover, a plurality of coupling elements spatially and be arranged electrically separated from each other in the receiving groove. Thus, either an electrical potential can be provided uniformly over an entire area of the disk element or different electrical potentials can be applied in different zones of the first disk element. Furthermore, the coupling element can remain in the receiving groove for a long time and a direct insertion of the first disc element is not absolutely necessary. Rather, the coupling element in the form of an electrically conductive, flexible polymer can remain in the receiving groove for a long time before the first disc element is used, without losing its ability to

to lose elastic / plastic deformation and electrical conductivity.

In summary, flexible and, if necessary, adaptable options for producing an insulating glazing according to the invention or a window according to the invention can be provided by the method according to the invention.

In this case, the goal is achieved by means of the coupling element to be introduced into the receiving element a sufficient electrical contact between the

Connect connector and the first disc element.

The invention will be explained below with reference to the attached figures.

Here are shown schematically:

Fig. 1 is an overview of an embodiment of the invention with triple glazing;

Fig. 2 is an isometric frontal view of the embodiment according to

Fig. 1;

3 is a sectional view of the embodiment of FIG. 1.

Fig. 1 shows an overview of an embodiment of the invention with triple glazing.

Fig. 1 shows an overview of a first embodiment of an insulating glazing, in particular a triple glazing. In particular, the insulating glazing is shown in a sectional view. The insulating glazing is provided with a first, second and third disc element 1;

2; 3 shown. Furthermore, the insulating glazing on a connector 5. A spacer 4 connected to the connector 5 is not visible in FIG. 1 or hidden by the second disk element 2.

In this sense, the double glazing according to FIG. 1 is designed as a triple glazing. The connector 5 and the spacer 4 are suitable for receiving the three disc elements 1; 2; 3 trained.

The first disk element 1 is configured on a first disk side 1.1 according to FIG. 1 with an electrically activatable or active coating. In this way, the first disk element 1 can be provided as a functional or activatable disk element.

Preferably, the second disk element 2 is an inner disk, wherein the third disk element 3 embodies an outer disk. The centrally arranged first disk element 1 is designed as an active or functional disk element.

Preferably, the insulating glazing according to FIG. 1 may be an electrochromic glazing or a liquid crystal glazing, wherein in particular the first pane element 1 is the functional pane element.

The second and third disc elements 2; 3 are on the outsides of a

Spacer 4 or a connector 5 is arranged. The first disc element 1 is in a receiving groove 7 of the spacer 4 or Konnektors 5th

recorded and positioned.

Between the connector 5 and the second and third disc element 2; 3, a second sealing component 9.2 is shown extending along the width of the

Connector 5 extends. In particular, the second sealing component 9.2 extends along the width of the connector 5 on its side facing away from the first disk element 1.

The second sealing component 9.2 is in particular for increasing the mechanical stability of the insulating glazing and the sealing of the insulating glazing

intended. Preferably, the second sealing component 9.2 is integrally formed. In the sense of using the insulating glazing shown in Fig. 1, it is provided that the insulating glazing is suitably surrounded by a window frame. Thus, the window frame may connect to the second sealing component 9.2 or preferably be provided at a distance from the second sealing component 9.2.

Furthermore, in FIG. 1, two external current conductors or external cables 13.1; 13.2, which extend in the direction of the connector 5. In particular, the external conductors 13.1; 13.2 intended to connect the insulating glazing with an external energy source for the transmission of electrical energy.

In Fig. 2, the first embodiment of the insulating glass according to Fig. 1 is shown enlarged in an isometric frontal view.

The connector 5 is connected to a spacer 4. The connection is preferably made by means of connectors (not shown in Fig. 2), which in

Cavities 12 of the spacer 4 and the connector 5 are introduced.

In the sense of FIG. 2, the insulating glazing along one side edge of the first pane element 1 can have one or more connectors 5, which are individually enclosed between spacers 4.

At the side surfaces of the connector 5 and the spacer 4, the third disc element 3 and the second disc element 2 is provided as shown in FIG. Along the side surface of the connector 5 or spacer 4 are the second and third disc element 2; 3 each bonded to a first sealing component 9.1.

The first sealing component 9.1 may be a butyl adhesive or butyl seal.

Beyond the width of the connector 5 or spacer 4, the second sealing component 9.2 is between the second and third disk element 2;

3 provided. The second sealing component 9.2 is in particular for increasing the mechanical stability of the insulating glazing and the sealing of

Insulating glazing provided.

The first disc element 1 is arranged in a receiving groove 7, which passes through the spacer 4 and the connector 5 along a common longitudinal axis X. is designed. The receiving groove 7 is configured substantially U-shaped or in a comparable form.

Within the receiving groove 7, a coupling element 6 is provided, so that the connector 5 can be coupled to the first disc element 1, and the

Coupling element 6 preferably contributes to the damping of movements of the first disc element 1.

In this sense, it is preferably provided that the first disc element 1 and the coupling element 6 in the state of use fill the receiving groove 7 substantially. In this way is an improved electrical

Coupling possible with low electrical resistance.

The coupling element 6 can along its entire extent in the

Receiving groove 7 be electrically conductive.

Alternatively, the coupling element 6 along its extension in the

Receiving groove 7, in particular in the region of the connector 5 to be made electrically conductive.

The coupling element 6 has, according to FIGS. 1 to 3, the additional conductor 6 a in order to provide a transmission of an electrical potential along the receiving groove 7 between the connector 5 and the spacer 4. In this way, a uniform distribution or a uniform transfer of an electrical

Potentials preferably over the entire extent of the first sliding element 1 achievable. This is particularly useful when the resistance of the

Coupling element is higher than that of the additional conductor.

Preferably, the coupling element 6 is provided without the additional wire or the additional conductor 6a.

In particular, the coupling element 6 is arranged along that part of the first disk element 1 which is located in the receiving groove 7 of the connector 5 or the spacer 4.

So an aesthetic, external overall impression is achievable, with one on

Black print coating as a veneer, for example along the second and / or third disc element 2; 3 or along the first side of the disk 1.1 opposite disc side of the first disc element 1, can be dispensed with.

Preferably, the coupling element 6 extends within the receiving groove 7 on both sides of the first disc element. 1

The coupling element 6 is provided in such a way that there is a direct and direct coupling with the first disk element 1. There are no further contacting elements along the first disc element 1 necessary to provide a suitable electrical coupling between the at least one connector 5 and the first disc element 1.

Furthermore, simultaneous contacting on both sides of the first disk element 1 is available on the basis of the coupling element 6.

Furthermore, a plurality of coupling elements 6 can be arranged spatially and thus electrically separated from one another along the receiving groove 7. Thus, it is conceivable that the first disc element 1 based on a plurality of

Connectors 5 can be divided into zones that are controllable together or separately.

By the various coupling elements 6 are electrically connected to different connectors 5, the first disk element 1 can be acted upon by the connectors as needed, with different electrical potentials or a same electrical potential. There are different functions of the activatable disk or of the functional first disk element 1 in FIG

Dependent on the applied electrical voltage along the plurality of coupling elements 6 feasible.

To connect the at least one connector 5 to an external power source, pass through external power conductors or power cables 13.1; 13.2

only the second sealing component 9.2. Preferably, the external power cables 13.1 penetrate; 13.2 the second sealing component 9.2 on the shortest path, for connection to the connector.

The first sealing component 9.1 is from the at least one external

electrical conductor 13.1; 13.2 or any other electrical

Coupling of the connector 5 is not penetrated to an external power source. It is conceivable that the connector 5 a recess, for example in the form of a bore or a groove for at least one external conductor 13.1; 13.2. This is particularly advantageous in connection with a non-conductive connector.

Preferably, the external conductors 13.1; 13.2 in the second

Sealing component 9.2 poured to a tightness of the device

sure.

Thus, an electrical connection to the first disc element 1 by means of the connector 5 can be provided.

In Fig. 3, the embodiment of FIG. 1 is shown in a sectional view.

In particular, it becomes clear that the coupling element 6 surrounds the first disk surface 1 on both sides in order to provide a suitable electrical coupling between the connector 5 and the first disk element 1. Preferably, the coupling element 6 is provided such that a surface contact between the connector 5 and the first disc surface 1 can be achieved.

According to Figures 1 to 3, the receiving groove 7 is substantially in the middle or

arranged symmetrically of the connector 5 and spacer 4.

Alternatively, the receiving groove 7 can be displaced on one side or formed asymmetrically. In particular, the connector 5 may be configured with an asymmetrically arranged receiving groove 7.

For example, between the first and second disc element 1; 2 a small distance may be provided, as between the first and third

Disc element 1, 3. In this way, e.g. An optimization of the acoustics or sound insulation values can be achieved.

The coupling element 6 is preferably made of a flexible, deformable and electrically conductive material, so that the coupling element 6, the receiving groove 7 between the first disc element 1 and the connector 5 can substantially fill substantially.

Furthermore, the coupling element 6 according to FIG. 3, in comparison to FIGS. 1 and 2, is shown without an additional conductor 6a. In this sense can be provided be that on the connector 5 and the preferably integrally formed coupling element 6, a sufficient coupling of electrical energy or a potential on the first disc element 1 is provided.

Alternatively, in the case of multiple connectors 5, and in particular in

Compound with several or one in a useful form of several pieces

formed coupling elements 6, the coupling of different potentials may be provided on the first disc element 1.

It is provided as needed and appropriate electrical connection between the at least one connector 5 and the first disc element 1.

By the electrical connection between an external power source or

external power cables 13.1; 13.2 and the first disc element 1 takes place exclusively via the connector 5, a simplified production of the insulating glazing or of the window is ensured.

Furthermore, the external power conductors or power cables 13.1; 13.2 are only passed through the second sealing component 9.2 to the at least one connector 5 over a short distance.

In particular, the at least one current conductor 13.1; 13.2 in the second

Be sealed sealing component 9.2. Thus, advantageously, a complete tightness of the insulating glazing with the first and second sealing component 9.1; 9.2 achievable.

In general, by means of the insulating glazing according to the invention or a window according to the invention by the use of at least one special

Connector 5 advantageously provides an electrical connection between an external power source and the first disk element 1.

On the basis of the at least one connector 5 and the coupling element 6, a uniform introduction of an electrical potential to the first disc element 1 can take place.

At the same time an improved tightness with less manufacturing costs and reduced manufacturing costs is guaranteed. Bezuaszeichenliste

1 first disc element

1.1 first disc side of the first disc element

2 second disc element

3 third disc element

4 spacers

5 connector

6 coupling element

6a additional ladder

7 receiving groove

9.1 first sealing component

9.2 second sealing component

12 cavity

13.1 external conductor

13.2 external conductor

X longitudinal axis

Claims

claims

1. insulating glazing, in particular a triple glazing or a

Multiple glazing, comprising at least a first disc element (1), at least one spacer (4) and at least one connector (5), wherein the spacer (4) and the connector (5) are arranged together, so that they along a common longitudinal axis (X ) and forming a receiving groove (7), wherein the first disc element (1) in the receiving groove (7) is received and positioned, wherein an electrically conductive coupling element (6) in the receiving groove (7) of the connector (5) is provided so that an electrical coupling between the

Connector (5) and the first disc element (1) for electrical

Connection of an external energy source with the first disc element (1) can be provided.

2. insulating glazing according to claim 1,

That's why there's nothing like that

the connector (5) is an electrically conductive connector.

3. insulating glazing according to claim 1,

In this way, the connector (5) is an electrically insulating connector and the connector (5) has at least one

Includes recess through which at least one external conductor (13.1, 13.2) can be passed.

4. insulating glazing according to one of the preceding claims,

ia net, that

the coupling element (6) consists of a flexible material, so that a surface contact between the connector (5) and the first disc element (1) can be provided.

5. insulating glazing according to one of the preceding claims,

That means that

the coupling element (6) at least partially from an electrical conductive silicone or consists of an electrically conductive thermoplastic polyurethane.

6. insulating glazing according to one of the preceding claims,

ia net, that

the coupling element (6) is designed to be electrically conductive in sections and has an additional conductor (6a), preferably an additional conductor (6a) in the form of an electrically conductive wire within the coupling element (6).

7. Insulating glazing according to one of the preceding claims,

That's why there's nothing like that

the coupling element (6) along that part of the first

Disc element (1) which, in the receiving groove (7) of the

Spacer (4) and / or the connector (5) is received.

8. insulating glazing according to one of the preceding claims,

That's why there's nothing like that

the connector (5) has a cross-sectional structure of the spacer (4).

9. insulating glazing according to one of the preceding claims,

That's why there's nothing like that

at least one connector is provided for force and / or

positive connection of the spacer (4) with the connector (5).

10. insulating glazing according to claim 9,

That's why there's nothing like that

the basic structure of the spacer (4) and the connector (5) each have at least one cavity (12) for receiving the connector.

11. insulating glazing according to one of claims 1 to 8,

d a n d e d i n din g th e net

the connector (5) comprises at least one insertion leg and the

Basic structure of the spacer (4) comprises at least one cavity (12) which is suitable for receiving the Einsteckschenkels for producing a non-positive and / or positive connection.

12. Insulating glazing according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that there j ech net that

a first sealing component (9.1) and a second sealing component (9.2) are provided along the connector (5) such that an external electrical line extends from the connector (5) to an external power source exclusively through the second sealing component (9.2).

13. Window with an insulating glazing according to one of the preceding

Claims.

14. A process for producing an insulating glazing or a window according to one of the preceding claims,

wherein the coupling element (6) in the receiving groove (7) of the connector (5) and / or the spacer (4) is introduced before the

Disc element (1) is inserted into the receiving groove (7).

15. The method according to claim 14,

ia net, that

the coupling element (6) immediately before the insertion of the first

Disc element (1), immediately after the assembly of the at least one spacer (4) and the at least one connector (5) or during the extrusion of the spacer (4) in the receiving groove (7) of the spacer (4) and / or the connector ( 5) is introduced.