A slide rail

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a slide rail, relating to the technical field of sliding devices, wherein the slide rail comprises: a first rail extending in a first direction; a sliding mechanism slidably arranged on the first rail in the first direction; a second rail sliding in the first direction relative to the first rail; a mounting mechanism arranged on the second rail, detachably connected to the sliding mechanism, including a first state locked with the sliding mechanism and a second state separated from the sliding mechanism; wherein, in the first state, the sliding mechanism guides the second rail to slide relative to the first rail, and in the second state, allows the second rail to be separated from the first rail. By arranging the sliding mechanism to be detachably connected to the mounting mechanism, the technical problem that the integral slide rail is difficult to disassemble and replace components can be solved, thereby achieving the technical effect of convenient disassembly and assembly, easy replacement of components, and reduced maintenance cost and difficulty.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of sliding devices, and in particular to a sliding rail. Background Art

[0002] In modern data centers and server rooms, servers are typically installed in server cabinets. To facilitate server installation, maintenance, and management, servers are typically mounted on slide rails within the server cabinets, making them more mobile.

[0003] However, slide rails are typically monolithic structures, making installation and removal complex. In the event of a slide rail failure, disassembly and installation of the individual components are complex, and replacing these components often requires significant time and effort. Furthermore, replacing the entire slide rail is both costly and difficult to maintain. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention provides a slide rail to at least solve the problem in the related art that the integral slide rail is difficult to disassemble and replace parts, thereby achieving the effect of convenient disassembly and assembly, facilitating the replacement of parts, and reducing maintenance costs and difficulty.

[0005] The present invention provides a slide rail, comprising: a first rail extending in a first direction; a sliding mechanism slidably arranged on the first rail in the first direction; a second rail sliding in the first direction relative to the first rail; a mounting mechanism arranged on the second rail and detachably connected to the sliding mechanism, comprising a first state locked with the sliding mechanism and a second state separated from the sliding mechanism; wherein, in the first state, the sliding mechanism guides the second rail to slide relative to the first rail, and in the second state, the second rail is allowed to separate from the first rail.

[0006] Through the present invention, since the sliding mechanism is slidably arranged on the first rail in a first direction, the mounting mechanism is arranged on the second rail, and the mounting mechanism and the sliding mechanism are detachably connected, when the mounting mechanism and the sliding mechanism are in a locked first state, the sliding mechanism slides relative to the first rail, thereby guiding the second rail to slide relative to the first rail. When the mounting mechanism and the sliding mechanism are in a separated second state, the second rail is allowed to separate from the first rail, and the sliding mechanism is separated from the first rail. Therefore, the technical problem that the integral slide rail is difficult to disassemble and replace components can be solved, and the technical effect of convenient disassembly and assembly, easy replacement of components, and reduced maintenance cost and difficulty can be achieved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0007] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can also derive other drawings based on these drawings without inventive efforts.

[0008] Figure 1 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a slide rail provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0009] Figure 2 A partial diagram of a slide rail provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0010] Figure 3 A side view of a slide rail provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0011] Figure 4 An exploded view of the first rail, the second rail, and the rack provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0012] Figure 5 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the sliding mechanism and the mounting mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present invention in a first locked state;

[0013] Figure 6 An exploded view of the mounting mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0014] Figure 7 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a sliding mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the sliding mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] The above drawings include the following reference numerals:

[0017] 1. First track; 11. Slide groove; 12. Gap groove; 13. Rack; 14. Guide groove; 2. Sliding mechanism; 21. Mounting portion; 211. Slot; 212. Retracting portion; 213. Through groove; 22. Mounting seat; 23. Guide assembly; 231. Connecting frame; 2311. Connecting rod; 2312. U-shaped frame; 2313. Guide groove; 232. Mounting rod; 2321. Positioning hole; 233. Gear; 234. Drive assembly; 2341. Bracket; 2342. Screw; 235. Positioning assembly; 2351. First positioning rod; 2352. Second positioning rod; 24. Second elastic assembly; 3. Second track; 31. Positioning slot; 32. Card slot; 4. Mounting mechanism; 41. First mounting assembly; 411. Telescopic assembly; 4111. First elastic assembly; 4112. Telescopic tube; 412. Plug-in assembly; 4121. Plug-in portion; 4122. Raised portion; 42. Second mounting assembly; 421. Sliding rod; 422. Contact portion; 423. Operating portion. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0019] It should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "back," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," "circumferential," and the like, indicating positions or relationships, are based on the positions or relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate and simplify the description of the present invention. They are not intended to indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation, and are therefore not to be construed as limiting the present invention. The terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be broadly construed, and may include, for example, fixed, removable, or integral connections; mechanical or electrical connections; direct or indirect connections through an intermediary; and internal communication between two components. The terms "parallel," "perpendicular," and "equal" encompass the conditions described and conditions similar to the conditions described, provided that the range of the similar conditions is within an acceptable range of deviation, as determined by one of ordinary skill in the art taking into account the measurement in question and the errors associated with the measurement of the particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, "parallel" includes both absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, where the acceptable deviation range for approximate parallelism may be, for example, within 5°; "perpendicular" includes both absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, where the acceptable deviation range for approximate perpendicularity may also be, for example, within 5°. "Equal" includes both absolute equality and approximate equality, where the acceptable deviation range for approximate equality may be, for example, that the difference between the two is less than or equal to 5% of either. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention in specific circumstances.

[0020] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the solutions of the present invention, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0021] Servers are typically installed in server cabinets using slide rails. These rails allow the server to slide in and out of the server cabinet, making it easier to move and more convenient for installation, maintenance, and management. However, slide rails are typically integral structures, making installation and removal complex. In the event of a slide rail failure, the removal and installation of the various components is complex, and replacing these components often requires significant time and effort. Furthermore, replacing the entire slide rail is both costly and difficult to maintain.

[0022] A first aspect of the present invention provides a slide rail, which is described in detail in combination with its structure and working principle.

[0023] Reference Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the slide rail includes a first rail 1, a sliding mechanism 2, a second rail 3, and a mounting mechanism 4. The first rail 1 extends in a first direction (the lengthwise direction of the first rail 1). The sliding mechanism 2 is slidably disposed on the first rail 1 in the first direction. The second rail 3 slides relative to the first rail 1 in the first direction. The mounting mechanism 4 is disposed on the second rail 3 and is detachably connected to the sliding mechanism 2. The mounting mechanism 4 has a first state in which it is locked with the sliding mechanism 2 and a second state in which it is separated from the sliding mechanism 2. In the first state, the sliding mechanism 2 guides the second rail 3 to slide relative to the first rail 1. In the second state, the second rail 3 is allowed to separate from the first rail 1.

[0024] Specifically, the sliding mechanism 2 can be a slider mechanism, a pulley mechanism, a slider gear mechanism, a gear mechanism, etc., which is specifically limited according to actual needs. The sliding mechanism 2 includes but is not limited to being slidably arranged on the first track 1 through a sliding groove 11, a guide rod, etc.

[0025] The mounting mechanism 4 includes but is not limited to a snap connection, bolt connection, magnetic connection, lock connection, etc., which can be detachably connected to the sliding mechanism 2. The mounting mechanism 4 can be in a first state locked with the sliding mechanism 2 and a second state separated from the sliding mechanism 2.

[0026] Specifically, in the first state, the mounting mechanism 4 is locked with the sliding mechanism 2. Since the sliding mechanism 2 is slidably mounted on the first rail 1 in a first direction, and the mounting mechanism 4 is mounted on the second rail 3, the first rail 1, sliding mechanism 2, mounting mechanism 4, and second rail 3 are assembled. This allows the sliding mechanism 2 to guide the second rail 3 in sliding relative to the first rail 1, improving the stability of the second rail 3's sliding motion. In the second state, the mounting mechanism 4 is separated from the sliding mechanism 2, separating the second rail 3 from the first rail 1, and the sliding mechanism 2 from the first rail 1, completing disassembly.

[0027] In such an embodiment, the mounting mechanism 4 is detachably connected to the sliding mechanism 2. When the mounting mechanism 4 is in a second, separated state from the sliding mechanism 2, the various components are separated, thereby solving the problem that the integral slide rail is difficult to disassemble and replace components, achieving the effect of convenient disassembly and assembly, easy replacement of components, and reduced maintenance costs and difficulty.

[0028] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a plurality of mounting mechanisms 4 and sliding mechanisms 2 can be provided. The plurality of mounting mechanisms 4 and sliding mechanisms 2 are distributed at intervals in the first direction.

[0029] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the contact surface between the first rail 1 and the second rail 3 is processed by planing, milling or other processing methods to form an inwardly concave guide groove 14. The guide groove 14 extends in a first direction, and the second rail 3 and the guide groove 14 are concave-convex matched and in sliding contact.

[0030] In this way, when the second track 3 slides relative to the first track 1, the second track 3 slides along the guide groove 14. The guide groove 14 guides the second track 3, reduces the degree of shaking during the sliding process of the second track 3, and improves the sliding stability of the second track 3.

[0031] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 1 、 Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the first rail 1 is provided with a slide groove 11 extending in a first direction. Both ends of the slide groove 11 are connected to the outside world, allowing the sliding mechanism 2 to slide within the slide groove 11 and to slide out of the slide groove 11. The mounting portion 21 of the sliding mechanism 2 partially extends out of the slide groove 11. The slide groove 11 is also provided with an anti-slip mechanism to limit the position of the second rail 3. The anti-slip mechanism can be a limit pin, a limit plate, etc. During normal use of the slide rail, this prevents the second rail 3 from completely slipping off the first rail 1, thereby improving safety.

[0032] The first rail 1 is provided with a clearance groove 12 at a position opposite to the mounting portion 21 to allow the mounting portion 21 to slide. The clearance groove 12 is connected to the slide groove 11 and extends in the first direction. The mounting portion 21 extends out of the clearance groove 12 in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction ( Figure 3 It is slidably arranged on the second rail 3 in the vertical direction (in the vertical direction) and is detachably connected to the mounting mechanism 4.

[0033] In one exemplary embodiment, the second rail 3 is provided with a mounting hole (not shown) extending in the second direction, allowing the mounting portion 21 to be inserted into the mounting hole. The mounting mechanism 4 is detachably connected to the mounting portion 21, allowing the mounting portion 21 to be installed in the mounting hole or to be separated from the mounting hole.

[0034] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the mounting mechanism 4 includes a first mounting assembly 41, which is located on a plane perpendicular to the second direction ( Figure 3 The first mounting assembly 41 is retractably mounted on the second rail 3. In a first state, the first mounting assembly 41 engages with the mounting portion 21 and prevents the mounting portion 21 from sliding relative to the second rail 3. In a second state, the first mounting assembly 41 is compressed to separate from the mounting portion 21, allowing the mounting portion 21 to slide relative to the second rail 3 and separate from the second rail 3.

[0035] Specifically, the first mounting assembly 41 includes but is not limited to being telescopically arranged on the second track 3 by a telescopic device such as a spring, a cylinder, or a hydraulic cylinder. In this way, the first mounting assembly 41 can be extended or compressed in a plane perpendicular to the second direction.

[0036] Specifically, when the first mounting assembly 41 is extended, it moves toward the mounting portion 21 to engage with it, placing the first mounting assembly 41 in the first position. This locks the mounting portion 21, preventing it from sliding relative to the second rail 3, thus completing the installation. At this point, the sliding mechanism 2 slides within the chute 11, guiding the second rail 3 relative to the first rail 1 and improving the sliding stability of the second rail 3.

[0037] When the first mounting assembly 41 is compressed, it moves away from the mounting portion 21 to separate from the mounting portion 21. The first mounting assembly 41 is in the second state, thereby allowing the mounting portion 21 to slide relative to the second rail 3 and separate from the second rail 3. In this way, the first rail 1, the second rail 3, and the sliding mechanism 2 can be separated from each other, completing disassembly, achieving the effect of convenient disassembly and assembly, facilitating component replacement, and reducing maintenance costs and difficulty.

[0038] It is understandable that at least one first installation component 41 can be provided, for example, one, two, three, four, etc., depending on actual needs.

[0039] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 2 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, two first mounting assemblies 41 are provided, and the two first mounting assemblies 41 are symmetrically arranged about the mounting portion 21, that is, the two first mounting assemblies 41 are located on both sides of the mounting portion 21 ( Figure 6 The left and right sides of the middle mounting portion 21).

[0040] Further, refer to Figure 2 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the first mounting assembly 41 includes a telescopic assembly 411 and a plug-in assembly 412. The telescopic assembly 411 is telescopically mounted on the second rail 3 in a plane perpendicular to the second direction. The plug-in assembly 412 is mounted on the telescopic assembly 411. A slot 211 is provided at a position of the mounting portion 21 opposite the plug-in assembly 412, which engages with the plug-in assembly 412. In a first state, the plug-in assembly 412 engages with the slot 211 of the mounting portion 21, i.e., the plug-in assembly 412 is at least partially inserted into the slot 211, thereby limiting the mounting portion 21 and preventing the mounting portion 21 from moving relative to the second rail 3. In a second state, the plug-in assembly 412 is disengaged from the slot 211, thereby removing the limit on the mounting portion 21.

[0041] Specifically, the telescopic component 411 can be a spring, a spring and a guide component 23, a hydraulic cylinder, a cylinder, etc., which can be limited according to actual needs. The telescopic component 411 is in a plane perpendicular to the second direction ( Figure 6 The first end of the telescopic assembly 411 is mounted on the second rail 3 via, but not limited to, welding, bolting, or snap-fit connections. The plug-in assembly 412 is mounted on the second end of the telescopic assembly 411, opposite the first end, via, but not limited to, welding, bolting, or snap-fit connections.

[0042] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the telescopic assembly 411 is extended or compressed, causing the plug assembly 412 to move toward or away from the mounting portion 21, placing the plug assembly 412 in a first state or a second state. In the first state, the plug assembly 412 engages with the slot 211 of the mounting portion 21, thereby limiting the mounting portion 21, i.e., preventing the mounting portion 21 from moving away from the second rail 3 in the second direction. This locks the mounting portion 21 with the second rail 3 via the first mounting assembly 41, allowing the sliding mechanism 2 to slide within the slide groove 11 and guide the second rail 3 to slide relative to the first rail 1, thereby improving the sliding stability of the second rail 3. In the second state, the plug assembly 412 disengages from the slot 211, removing the limit on the mounting portion 21 and allowing the mounting portion 21 to move away from the second rail 3 in the second direction. This allows the mounting portion 21 to be separated from the first mounting assembly 41 and the second rail 3, completing disassembly. This facilitates assembly and disassembly, facilitates component replacement, and reduces maintenance costs and difficulty.

[0043] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 2 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the telescopic component 411 includes a first elastic component 4111 and a telescopic tube 4112. The first elastic component 4111 can be a spring. The first elastic component 4111 is perpendicular to the second direction ( Figure 6 The horizontal plane in the middle) is elastically arranged on the second track 3, and the expansion and contraction direction of the first elastic component 4111 is Figure 6 The telescopic tube 4112 is inserted into the first elastic component 4111 and is telescopically arranged on the second track 3 to guide the first elastic component 4111 to extend and retract. The plug-in component 412 is arranged at the end of the first elastic component 4111 and the telescopic tube 4112 away from the second track 3.

[0044] Specifically, the telescopic tube 4112 comprises a fixed tube and a sliding tube. The first end of the fixed tube is attached to the plug assembly 412. The first end of the sliding tube is slidably inserted into the second end of the fixed tube, and the second end of the sliding tube is attached to the second track 3. During the extension or compression of the first elastic assembly 4111, the sliding tube can slide along the fixed tube, causing the telescopic tube 4112 to extend or contract, thereby guiding the extension or compression of the first elastic assembly 4111.

[0045] It is understandable that the telescopic tube 4112 may also be replaced by a guide tube. The guide tube is slidably disposed on the second track 3 in a plane perpendicular to the second direction to guide the first elastic component 4111 to extend and retract.

[0046] According to an embodiment of the present invention, under the action of an external force or the drive of a driving device, the first elastic component 4111 extends or compresses. At this time, the telescopic tube 4112 extends or contracts along with the first elastic component 4111, thereby guiding the first elastic component 4111, reducing the degree of shaking during the extension or compression of the first elastic component 4111 and improving the stability of the first elastic component 4111 and the plug assembly 412 during the extension and contraction process. At the same time, the telescopic tube 4112 provides the required rigidity, thereby limiting the position of the plug assembly 412 on the mounting portion 21 in the first state, preventing the mounting portion 21 from moving in the second direction.

[0047] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the mounting mechanism 4 further includes a second mounting assembly 42 slidably disposed on the second track 3 , so that the first mounting assembly 41 is compressed to separate from the mounting portion 21 .

[0048] Specifically, the second mounting assembly 42 can be a gear and rack mechanism, a lead screw slider mechanism, a sliding rod 421, a threaded rod, etc., depending on actual needs. The second mounting assembly 42 moves toward or away from the telescopic assembly 411 of the first mounting assembly 41, causing the telescopic assembly 411 to be compressed and separated from the mounting portion 21.

[0049] According to an embodiment of the present invention, when the first mounting component 41 is separated from the mounting portion 21 of the sliding mechanism 2, the second mounting component 42 moves toward the direction close to the telescopic component 411 and pushes the telescopic component 411, so that the telescopic component 411 is compressed, and then the plug-in component 412 is disengaged from the slot 211, allowing the mounting portion 21 to move in the second direction away from the second track 3, completing the disassembly, and the operation is convenient, further improving the convenience of disassembling and replacing components.

[0050] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the second mounting assembly 42 is disposed on the top of the mounting portion 21, and the second mounting assembly 42 is disposed in the second direction ( Figure 6 The second mounting assembly 42 includes but is not limited to a sliding rod 421, an operating portion 423, and a contact portion 422. The sliding rod 421 is inserted into the through hole and slides relative to the second rail 3 in the second direction. The operating portion 423 is provided at one end of the sliding rod 421 away from the mounting portion 21 ( Figure 6 The contact portion 422 is provided at one end of the sliding rod 421 close to the mounting portion 21 ( Figure 6 bottom of the ).

[0051] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the plug-in assembly 412 includes a plug-in portion 4121 and a protruding portion 4122. The plug-in portion 4121 is provided on the telescopic assembly 411 to be plugged into the slot 211. Specifically, the plug-in portion 4121 and the first elastic component 4111 and the telescopic tube 4112 of the telescopic assembly 411 are away from the end of the second track 3 ( Figure 6 The right end of the telescopic component 411 on the left side, Figure 6 The slot 211 at the position opposite to the plug-in portion 4121 of the mounting portion 21 is plugged into and matched with the plug-in portion 4121.

[0052] The protrusion 4122 is connected to the plug portion 4121 and is directed toward the direction close to the second mounting assembly 42 ( Figure 6 Specifically, the raised portion 4122 is located at the end of the plug portion 4121 away from the mounting portion 21 and is formed to protrude upward. The raised portion 4122 and the plug portion 4121 can be an integral structure or two independent components, depending on actual needs.

[0053] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, a through slot 213 is provided at the top of the mounting portion 21 opposite to the contact portion 422. The through slot 213 allows the contact portion 422 of the second mounting component 42 to extend into, so as to allow the contact portion 422 to contact the protrusion 4122 and compress the telescopic component 411, so that the plug-in portion 4121 is disengaged from the slot 211 of the mounting portion 21.

[0054] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the contact surface of the protrusion 4122 and the contact portion 422 of the second mounting assembly 42 is in a direction away from the plug portion 4121 ( Figure 6 The middle protrusion 4122 is inclined in the direction away from the second mounting assembly 42 (from bottom to top), that is, the contact surface of the protrusion 4122 located on the left side of the mounting portion 21 is inclined to the left, and the contact surface of the protrusion 4122 located on the right side of the mounting portion 21 is inclined to the right.

[0055] In such an embodiment, when separating the first mounting assembly 41 from the mounting portion 21 of the sliding mechanism 2, the user holds the operating portion 423 and moves it in a direction close to the mounting portion 21 ( Figure 6 The sliding rod 421 and the contact portion 422 are pushed in a direction toward the mounting portion 21 (in a downward direction). Subsequently, the contact portion 422 moves downward within the through slot 213 of the mounting portion 21, with both ends of the contact portion 422 contacting the two protrusions 4122, respectively. Because the contact surfaces of the protrusions 4122 are inclined, during the downward movement of the contact portion 422, the contact portion 422 drives the protrusions 4122 and the plug-in portion 4121 to move away from the mounting portion 21, causing the plug-in portion 4121 to disengage from the slot 211, allowing the mounting portion 21 to move in the second direction away from the second track 3, thereby completing disassembly. This facilitates operation and further enhances the convenience of disassembling and replacing components.

[0056] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the top of the mounting portion 21 is in the direction close to the second rail 3 ( Figure 6The retractable assembly 411 is tilted inwardly (in the direction from bottom to top) to form a retracted portion 212, so that when sliding toward the second rail 3, the retracted portion 212 slides into contact with the plug-in portion 4121, so that the telescopic assembly 411 is compressed. When the plug-in portion 4121 is opposite to the slot 211, the telescopic assembly 411 extends, so that the plug-in portion 4121 is inserted into the slot 211.

[0057] In some exemplary embodiments, the gathering portion 212 may be a truncated cone structure or a prism structure, that is, the position of the gathering portion 212 relative to the plug-in portion 4121 is an inclined curved surface, which gathers and tilts from bottom to top toward the center of the gathering portion 212.

[0058] It is understandable that the gathered portion 212 may also be a prism structure, that is, the position where the gathered portion 212 and the plug-in portion 4121 are relative to each other is an inclined plane.

[0059] In such an embodiment, during the process in which the mounting portion 21 slides relative to the second rail 3 in the second direction and is inserted into the mounting hole of the second rail 3, that is, during the process in which the mounting portion 21 slides relative to the second rail 3 in the second direction and is inserted into the mounting hole of the second rail 3, Figure 6 During the upward movement of the middle mounting portion 21, due to the inclined position at which the retractable portion 212 contacts the plug-in portion 4121, the retractable portion 212 continuously squeezes the plug-in portion 4121 during the upward movement, causing the first elastic component 4111 to continuously compress and accumulate force, while the plug-in portion 4121 simultaneously moves away from the mounting portion 21. When the plug-in portion 4121 is aligned with the slot 211 of the mounting portion 21, the first elastic component 4111 stretches and drives the plug-in portion 4121 to insert into the slot 211, completing the installation. Thus, during the installation of the mounting portion 21, no additional external force is required to drive the telescopic component 411 and the plug-in portion 4121 to move. The mounting portion 21 itself can drive the telescopic component 411 and the plug-in portion 4121 and complete the installation, further improving the convenience of installing the mounting portion 21.

[0060] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the sliding mechanism 2 includes a mounting base 22, two sets of guide assemblies 23, and a second elastic assembly 24. The mounting base 22 is connected to the mounting portion 21. The two sets of guide assemblies 23 are rotatably mounted on the mounting base 22. The second elastic assembly 24 is elastically disposed between the two sets of guide assemblies 23, allowing the two sets of guide assemblies 23 to slide along the slide groove 11.

[0061] In detail, the mounting portion 21 includes but is not limited to being mounted on the mounting base 22 by bolts, pins, snaps, welding or any other connection method, which is specifically defined according to actual needs. The two sets of guide components 23 include but are not limited to being rotatably connected to the mounting base 22 by a pivot, a hinge assembly or any other installation method. The second elastic component 24 can be a spring, a rubber pad, an airbag, etc., which is specifically defined according to actual needs. The second elastic component 24 is arranged between the two sets of guide components 23, and provides thrust to the two sets of guide components 23, so that the two sets of guide components 23 slide along the slide 11. The guide component 23 can be a roller component, a ball component, a rotating roller, etc., which is not limited here. The guide component 23 slides in the slide 11 to guide the movement of the second track 3 relative to the first track 1.

[0062] According to an embodiment of the present invention, by setting two groups of guide components 23 rotatably arranged on the mounting seat 22 and the second elastic component 24, the distance between the two groups of guide components 23 can be adjusted so as to be suitable for slide grooves 11 of different widths. The second elastic component 24 can be elastically set between the two groups of guide components 23 to provide thrust for the guide components 23 so that the guide components 23 contact the slide groove 11, thereby improving the applicability of the sliding mechanism 2.

[0063] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7 As shown, the two sets of guide assemblies 23 each include a connecting frame 231, a mounting rod 232 and a rolling assembly. Figure 7 The right end of the middle connecting frame 231) is rotatably connected to the mounting base 22. The mounting rod 232 is detachably arranged on the second end ( Figure 7 The rolling assembly is rotatably mounted on the mounting rod 232 and is in rolling contact with the chute 11.

[0064] Specifically, the connecting frame 231 is mounted on the mounting base 22 via, but not limited to, pivots, bearings, and other rotating parts. The mounting rod 232 is a cylindrical structure, and is detachably mounted on the connecting frame 231 .

[0065] The rolling assembly can be a roller, a ball, a rack, etc., which is specifically limited according to actual needs. The rolling assembly is sleeved on the circumferential surface of the mounting rod 232 and can rotate around the mounting rod 232 so that the rolling assembly rolls along the slide groove.

[0066] In such an embodiment, when the guide assembly 23 slides in the slide groove 11, the rolling assembly rotates around the mounting rod 232, causing the rolling assembly to roll along the slide groove, thereby reducing the friction between the rolling assembly and the slide groove, and reducing the friction resistance of the guide assembly 23 sliding in the slide groove 11.

[0067] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 7 As shown, the connecting frame 231 includes a connecting rod 2311 and a U-shaped frame 2312. The first end of the connecting rod 2311 ( Figure 7 The right end of the middle connecting rod 2311) is rotatably connected to the mounting base 22. The U-shaped frame 2312 is connected to the second end of the connecting rod 2311 ( Figure 7 The left end of the middle connecting rod 2311), the two arms of the U-shaped frame 2312 extend in a direction away from the connecting rod 2311, and the mounting rod 232 is inserted into the ends of the two arms, so that the rolling assembly is located between the two arms.

[0068] Specifically, the first end of the connecting rod 2311 is rotatably connected to the mounting base 22 via a pivot. Figure 7 A through hole is provided at the left end of the middle U-shaped frame 2312. The mounting rod 232 passes through the through hole and is removably mounted to the U-shaped frame 2312. The rolling assembly is partially disposed between the two arms of the U-shaped frame 2312 and is rotatably mounted on the circumferential surface of the mounting rod 232.

[0069] In such an embodiment, both ends of the mounting rod 232 are respectively inserted into the through holes of the two arms of the U-shaped frame 2312, so that the force applied to the mounting rod 232 is more uniform, thereby improving the stability of the installation of the mounting rod 232 and the rolling assembly.

[0070] In some exemplary embodiments, the rolling assembly includes a gear 233 . The gear 233 is rotatably mounted on the mounting rod 232 , and a rack 13 meshing with the gear 233 is disposed at a position of the sliding groove 11 opposite to the gear 233 .

[0071] In this embodiment, as the guide assembly 23 slides within the chute 11, the gear 233 meshes with the rack 13 within the chute 11. The thrust of the second elastic assembly 24 keeps the gear 233 and rack 13 constantly engaged. This engagement of the gear 233 and rack 13 improves the stability of the sliding mechanism 2 within the chute 11.

[0072] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the guide assembly 23 further includes a drive assembly 234 and a positioning assembly 235. The drive assembly 234 is disposed on the connecting frame 231. The positioning assembly 235 is slidably disposed on the connecting frame 231 to move toward the mounting rod 232 under the drive of the drive assembly 234 to engage with the mounting rod 232.

[0073] In detail, the driving assembly 234 can be a screw and slider assembly, a cylinder, a hydraulic cylinder, etc., which is specifically limited according to actual needs.

[0074] Furthermore, the connecting frame 231 is provided with a guide groove 2313 extending in the longitudinal direction of the connecting frame 231. The positioning assembly 235 is partially disposed in the guide groove 2313 and slides along the guide groove 2313. In this way, the guide groove 2313 guides the sliding of the positioning assembly 235, thereby improving the sliding stability of the positioning assembly 235.

[0075] In this embodiment, during the installation of gear 233, gear 233 is placed between the two arms of U-shaped frame 2312. Next, mounting rod 232 is passed through the through-holes of the two arms of U-shaped frame 2312 and the center of gear 233. Drive assembly 234 then drives positioning assembly 235 toward mounting rod 232, causing positioning assembly 235 to engage with mounting rod 232, preventing mounting rod 232 from moving relative to U-shaped frame 2312. This completes the installation, improving assembly and disassembly convenience, facilitating component replacement, and reducing maintenance costs and difficulty.

[0076] In some exemplary embodiments, referring to Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, drive assembly 234 includes a bracket 2341 and a screw 2342. Bracket 2341 is mounted to connecting frame 231 by, but not limited to, welding, bolting, or other connection methods. Screw 2342 is rotatably mounted on bracket 2341 and threadedly engages with positioning assembly 235 to drive positioning assembly 235 to slide.

[0077] Specifically, screw 2342 extends perpendicularly to mounting rod 232. Bracket 2341 is provided with a through-hole for mounting screw 2342. Screw 2342 is mounted within the through-hole, including but not limited to, via a bearing, and rotates relative to bracket 2341. Positioning assembly 235 is provided with an internal thread that mates with screw 2342.

[0078] It is understandable that the inner wall of the through hole may also be provided with an annular groove, and the screw 2342 may be provided with a convex ring or a clamp that slides with the annular groove, so that the screw 2342 can be rotatably arranged on the bracket 2341.

[0079] In an exemplary embodiment, referring to Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the positioning assembly 235 includes a first positioning rod 2351 and at least one second positioning rod 2352. The first positioning rod 2351 is rotatably connected to the screw 2342. The at least one second positioning rod 2352 is connected to the first positioning rod 2351 and can slide through the U-shaped frame 2312. The second positioning rod 2352 is away from one end of the first positioning rod 2351 ( Figure 7 The left end of the second positioning rod 2352 extends between the two arms of the U-shaped frame 2312. It can be understood that the second positioning rod 2352 is away from the end of the first positioning rod 2351 ( Figure 7 The left end of the second positioning rod 2352 can be located outside the two arms of the U-shaped frame 2312.

[0080] A positioning hole 2321 is provided at a position where the mounting rod 232 is opposite to the second positioning rod 2352 , so that the end of the second positioning rod 2352 is inserted into the positioning hole 2321 to prevent the mounting rod 232 from moving relative to the U-shaped frame 2312 .

[0081] Specifically, the first positioning rod 2351 passes through the guide groove 2313 and slides relatively along the guide groove 2313. When only one second positioning rod 2352 is provided, the second positioning rod 2352 is located on one side of the gear 233, that is, the second positioning rod 2352 is plugged into the positioning hole 2321 at one end of the mounting rod 232.

[0082] When two second positioning rods 2352 are provided, both second positioning rods 2352 are connected to the first positioning rod 2351 to form a generally U-shaped structure. The two second positioning rods 2352 are located on either side of the gear 233, that is, the two second positioning rods 2352 are respectively plugged into the positioning holes 2321 at both ends of the mounting rod 232. This ensures more even force on the mounting rod, improving the stability of the installation of the mounting rod 232 and the gear 233.

[0083] The positioning assembly 235 is inserted into the positioning hole 2321 of the mounting rod 232, thereby limiting the mounting hole and completing the installation, improving the convenience of assembly and disassembly, facilitating the replacement of components, and reducing maintenance costs and difficulty.

[0084] In this embodiment, when the positioning assembly 235 is inserted into the positioning hole 2321 of the mounting rod 232, the screw rod 2342 is rotated. Since the screw rod 2342 is threadedly engaged with the second positioning rod 2352, the screw rod 2342 rotates relative to the second positioning rod 2352, thereby causing the first positioning rod 2351 to move along the guide groove 2313 toward the mounting rod 232, so that the second positioning rod 2352 is inserted into the positioning hole 2321 of the mounting rod 232, thereby limiting the mounting rod 232 and preventing the mounting rod 232 from moving relative to the U-shaped bracket 2312, thereby completing the installation of the mounting rod 232. On the contrary, when the gear 233 and the mounting rod 232 are disassembled and replaced, the screw 2342 is rotated in the opposite direction, and the screw 2342 rotates relative to the first positioning rod 2351, so that the first positioning rod 2351 moves along the guide groove in the direction away from the mounting rod 232, so that the second positioning rod 2352 is disengaged from the positioning hole 2321 of the mounting rod 232, and the limit on the mounting rod 232 is cancelled, so that the mounting rod 232 and the gear 233 can be disassembled, the convenience of disassembly and assembly is improved, and the technical effect of facilitating the replacement of parts and reducing maintenance costs and difficulty is achieved.

[0085] A second aspect of the present invention provides a server cabinet, and the server cabinet is described in detail in combination with the structure and working principle of the server cabinet.

[0086] A server cabinet is suitable for accommodating servers. The server cabinet includes a cabinet body and at least two sets of slide rails as described above. The cabinet body can be a box structure for accommodating the servers. This embodiment uses two sets of slide rails as an example. The first rails 1 of the two sets of slide rails are disposed on the cabinet body, such that the two sets of slide rails are arranged relative to each other, that is, the two sets of slide rails are disposed on opposite side walls of the cabinet body and face each other. The servers engage with the second rails 3 of the two sets of slide rails.

[0087] For details, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, both sides of the second track 3 ( Figure 3 The left and right sides) include but are not limited to forming an inwardly recessed positioning groove 31 by planing, milling or other processing methods, and the positioning groove 31 extends in the first direction.

[0088] Reference Figure 1 As shown, at the intersection of the side extending in the first direction and facing away from the first track 1, the second track 3 has at least one slot 32 for engaging with the server. Multiple slots 32 are provided, spaced apart in the first direction. The number of slots 32 can be one, two, three, or four, depending on the length of the server in the first direction.

[0089] In such an embodiment, the slide rails extend in the horizontal direction, and the two sets of slide rails are located in the same horizontal plane. The second rails 3 of the two sets of slide rails are arranged facing each other. In this way, the server is mounted on the positioning grooves 31 of the two sets of slide rails. Specifically, the first part of the server protruding outwards is engaged with the positioning grooves 31 located above the two sets of slide rails, so that the server is mounted on the two sets of slide rails. The second part of the server protruding outwards is engaged with the card slot 32, thereby limiting the server in the first direction, so that the server is fixed relative to the second rail 3. In this way, when the server needs to be moved, the server is pushed and pulled, so that the server and the second rail 3 move relative to the first rail 1 and the server cabinet, thereby improving the convenience of moving the server. In addition, the server is installed on the second rail 3 for convenient operation, which improves work efficiency.

[0090] According to the embodiment provided by the present invention, since the sliding mechanism 2 is slidably arranged on the first rail 1 in a first direction, the mounting mechanism 4 is arranged on the second rail 3, and the mounting mechanism 4 is detachably connected to the sliding mechanism 2, when the mounting mechanism 4 and the sliding mechanism 2 are in a locked first state, the sliding mechanism 2 slides relative to the first rail 1, thereby guiding the second rail 3 to slide relative to the first rail 1, and when the mounting mechanism 4 and the sliding mechanism 2 are in a separated second state, the second rail 3 is allowed to separate from the first rail 1, and the sliding mechanism 2 is separated from the first rail 1. Therefore, the technical problem that the integral slide rail is difficult to disassemble and replace components can be solved, and the effect of convenient disassembly and assembly, easy replacement of components, and reduced maintenance costs and difficulty can be achieved.

[0091] The above is a detailed introduction to a slide rail provided by the present invention. Specific examples are used herein to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the method of the present invention and its core idea. It should be pointed out that for ordinary technicians in this technical field, without departing from the principles of the present invention, the present invention can also be improved and modified in several ways, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A slide rail, characterized in that: include: A first track (1) extending in a first direction; a second track (3) sliding in the first direction relative to the first track (1); A sliding mechanism (2) is slidably arranged on the first track (1) in the first direction, and the sliding mechanism (2) comprises: A mounting portion (21) is slidably arranged on the second track (3) in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, the mounting portion (21) is tilted inwardly in a direction close to the second track (3) to form a retracted portion (212), and a mounting hole extending in the second direction is provided on the second track (3), so that the mounting portion (21) is inserted into the mounting hole; The mounting mechanism (4) is arranged on the second track (3), is detachably connected to the sliding mechanism (2), and comprises: A first mounting assembly (41) comprising: a telescopic assembly (411) telescopically arranged on the second track (3) in a plane perpendicular to the second direction; A plug-in assembly (412) is provided on the telescopic assembly (411), comprising a first state in which the plug-in assembly (412) is locked with the mounting portion (21) and prevents the mounting portion (21) from sliding relative to the mounting hole, and a second state in which the plug-in assembly (412) is separated from the mounting portion (21) and allows the mounting portion (21) to be separated from the mounting hole; When the mounting portion (21) slides toward the second track (3), the retracting portion (212) comes into sliding contact with the plug-in assembly (412), so that the telescopic assembly (411) is compressed to engage with the plug-in assembly (412) and is in the first state, so that the sliding mechanism (2) guides the second track (3) to slide relative to the first track (1), and in the second state, the second track (3) is allowed to separate from the first track (1).

2. The slide rail according to claim 1, wherein: The mounting mechanism (4) further comprises a second mounting assembly (42) slidably disposed on the second track (3) so that the first mounting assembly (41) is compressed to separate from the mounting portion (21).

3. The slide rail according to claim 2, characterized in that: In the first state, the plug-in component (412) is plugged into and matched with the slot (211) of the mounting portion (21); in the second state, the plug-in component (412) is disengaged from the slot (211).

4. The slide rail according to claim 3, characterized in that The plug-in assembly (412) includes: A plug-in portion (4121) is provided on the telescopic assembly (411) to be plugged into and matched with the slot (211); A raised portion (4122) is connected to the plug-in portion (4121) and protrudes in a direction close to the second mounting assembly (42); a contact surface between the raised portion (4122) and the second mounting assembly (42) is inclined in a direction away from the plug-in portion (4121), so that when the second mounting assembly (42) is driven to slide toward the raised portion (4122), the plug-in portion (4121) is driven to disengage from the slot (211); When the folding portion (212) slides toward the second track (3), the folding portion (212) comes into sliding contact with the plug-in portion (4121), so that the telescopic component (411) is compressed. When the plug-in portion (4121) is opposite to the slot (211), the telescopic component (411) extends, so that the plug-in portion (4121) is inserted into the slot (211) to form a snap connection.

5. The slide rail according to claim 3, characterized in that: The telescopic assembly (411) comprises: a first elastic component (4111) elastically arranged on the second track (3) in a plane perpendicular to the second direction; The telescopic tube (4112) is inserted into the first elastic component (4111) and is telescopically arranged on the second track (3) to guide the first elastic component (4111) to telescope.

6. The slide rail according to claim 1, wherein: The first track (1) is provided with a sliding groove (11) extending in the first direction, and a position of the first track (1) opposite to the mounting portion (21) is provided with a clearance groove (12) for allowing the mounting portion (21) to slide.

7. The slide rail according to claim 6, characterized in that: The sliding mechanism (2) comprises: A mounting seat (22) connected to the mounting portion (21); Two sets of guide assemblies (23) are rotatably arranged on the mounting seat (22); The second elastic component (24) is elastically arranged between the two groups of guide components (23), so that the two groups of guide components (23) slide along the sliding groove (11).

8. The slide rail according to claim 7, characterized in that: Both sets of guide assemblies (23) include: a connecting frame (231), wherein a first end of the connecting frame (231) is rotatably connected to the mounting seat (22); A mounting rod (232) detachably disposed on the second end of the connecting frame (231); A rolling assembly is rotatably arranged on the mounting rod (232) and is in rolling contact with the sliding groove (11).

9. The slide rail according to claim 8, characterized in that: The rolling assembly includes a gear (233) rotatably arranged on the mounting rod (232), and a rack (13) meshing with the gear (233) is arranged at a position where the slide groove (11) is opposite to the gear (233).

10. The slide rail according to claim 8, wherein: The connecting frame (231) comprises: a connecting rod (2311), wherein a first end of the connecting rod (2311) is rotatably connected to the mounting seat (22); A U-shaped frame (2312) is connected to the second end of the connecting rod (2311), and the two arms of the U-shaped frame (2312) extend in a direction away from the connecting rod (2311). The mounting rod (232) is inserted into the ends of the two arms so that the rolling assembly is located between the two arms.

11. The slide rail according to claim 10, characterized in that: The guide assembly (23) further comprises: A driving assembly (234) is arranged on the connecting frame (231); The positioning assembly (235) is slidably arranged on the connecting frame (231) so as to move toward the installation rod (232) under the drive of the driving assembly (234) so as to be engaged with the installation rod (232).

12. The slide rail according to claim 11, wherein: The drive assembly (234) includes: A bracket (2341) is provided on the connecting frame (231); The screw (2342) is rotatably disposed on the bracket (2341) and is threadably engaged with the positioning assembly (235) to drive the positioning assembly (235) to slide.

13. The slide rail according to claim 12, wherein: The positioning assembly (235) includes: a first positioning rod (2351) rotatably connected to the screw rod (2342); at least one second positioning rod (2352), connected to the first positioning rod (2351) and slidably passing through the U-shaped frame (2312), wherein one end of the second positioning rod (2352) away from the first positioning rod (2351) extends between the two arms of the U-shaped frame (2312); A positioning hole (2321) is provided at a position where the mounting rod (232) is opposite to the second positioning rod (2352), so that the end of the second positioning rod (2352) is inserted into the positioning hole (2321) to prevent the mounting rod (232) from moving relative to the U-shaped frame (2312).

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