Laitekohta

Laitekohta is a Finnish term used in technical documentation to denote the location or interface where a device connects to a system. It is formed from laite (device) and kohta (point or location). The concept covers both physical connection points, such as sockets, terminals, ports, and mounting surfaces, and the accompanying logical interfaces, such as data or control channels that enable communication with a larger system.

In electrical engineering, construction, and industrial automation, laitekohta describes the designated point where a device attaches to a circuit, a control cabinet, or a network. In these contexts, the laitekohta helps identify where to install, connect, or service a device, and can include information about connectors, power requirements, and communication protocols. In information technology and network diagrams, the term may refer to the endpoint where a device exposes or consumes services and data.

Because laitekohta is a descriptive term rather than a formal standard, its exact scope can vary by sector or organization. Documentation typically defines both the physical mounting or installation location and the associated interface details (port, protocol, addressing) to ensure correct integration and maintenance. The term is mainly used in Finnish-language engineering and maintenance texts to describe points of contact between devices and systems.