Schlüsseverbindung

Schlüsseverbindung is a German term used in technical contexts to denote a closing or terminating connection between two parts of a system. The word combines Schluss (end, closure) with Verbindung (connection), emphasizing the idea of completing or sealing a path.

In practice, the meaning of Schlussverbindung varies by field. In electrical engineering and circuit diagrams, it may refer to a point where conductors are joined to complete a circuit or to terminate a line. In mechanical engineering or carpentry, it can describe a joint or coupling that finalizes an assembly by closing an opening or securing moving parts. In piping or fluid systems, the term can denote a end-to-end connection that seals a conduit.

The term is relatively uncommon in contemporary German terminology and its exact interpretation can be context-dependent. More precise expressions are often preferred, such as Endverbindung (end connection), Abschlussverbindung (closure connection), or Terminalverbindung depending on the application.

Related concepts include Abschluss, Endverbindung, and Termination, which describe related notions of bringing a system to a closed or completed state. Because usage varies regionally and historically, Schlüsseverbindung may appear in certain technical histories, older manuals, or specialized literature rather than in everyday engineering language.

See also: Kurzschluss, Endverbindung, Abschlussverbindung, Terminalverbindung.