Toolkit system and method of operating toolkit system

Abstract

The invention discloses a toolbox system which comprises a first type toolbox, a second type toolbox, a first type toolbox, a second type toolbox, a third type toolbox, a third type toolbox and a fourth type toolbox. A second type of toolbox; the connecting device is coupled with the first type of toolboxes and the second type of toolboxes; the connecting device comprises a first connecting piece and a second connecting piece, wherein a first connecting part coupled to the second tool box is formed on the first connecting piece; the second connecting piece is provided with a second connecting part which abuts against the second type of tool box; the first adapter is connected or formed on the second type of tool box, and the first adapter is configured to be matched with the first connecting piece; the second adapter is connected or formed on the second type of tool box, and the second adapter is configured to be matched with the second connecting piece; and the operating piece is arranged on the side wall, the operating piece can be operated to move by a preset distance to a preset position, then the first connecting part is driven to horizontally move in the direction away from the first adapter, the first connecting part is separated from the first adapter, and then the first type of tool box is removed from the second type of tool box.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to a toolbox system and a method for operating the toolbox system. Background Art

[0002] When users in related technologies go to a work site, they generally need to carry tools to be used. To facilitate the users to carry and transport the above tools, users generally use storage boxes to store the above tools.

[0003] Chargers, battery packs, tool accessories, tools, etc. can all be placed in the storage box. The user transports the tools to the work site through the storage box. However, during the transportation process, the storage boxes will be transported together in a stacked manner. In this case, once the storage box is easily overturned, toppled, or dropped during handling or transportation, the tools placed in the storage box will be knocked and damaged.

[0004] This section provides background information related to the present application, and these background information are not necessarily prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] An object of the present application is to solve or at least alleviate some or all of the above problems. To this end, an object of the present application is to provide a new structure that facilitates the user to connect multiple toolboxes.

[0006] To achieve the above object, the present application adopts the following technical solution: A toolbox system includes: a first type of toolbox having a box body forming an accommodation space, the box body including a side wall and a bottom wall; a second type of toolbox; a connecting device coupling the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox; the connecting device includes: a first connecting member formed with a first connecting portion coupled to the second type of toolbox; a second connecting member formed with a second connecting portion abutting against the second type of toolbox; a first adapter connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, the first adapter being configured to cooperate with the first connecting member; a second adapter connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, the second adapter being configured to cooperate with the second connecting member; an operating member disposed on the side wall, the operating member being operable to move a preset distance to a preset position and then drive the first connecting portion to translate away from the first adapter, the first connecting portion being separated from the first adapter, so as to remove the first type of toolbox from the second type of toolbox.

[0007] In some embodiments, the first type of toolbox further includes an upper cover connected to the box body, the upper cover and the box body being pivotally connected through a pivot member, the pivot member being disposed at the rear end of the box body, and the operating member being disposed on the front side wall of the box body.

[0008] In some embodiments, the toolbox system further includes a traveling device connected to the lower end of the second type of toolbox and a pull rod device connected to the second type of toolbox. The pull rod device includes a pull rod capable of driving the traveling device to drive the second type of toolbox to move. The pull rod is provided at the rear end of the box body, and the operating member is provided on the front side wall of the box body.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first connecting portion is coupled to the first adapter after the first type of toolbox rotates through a preset angle, and the second connecting portion can abut against the second adapter only after the first connecting portion is coupled to the first adapter.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first connecting member and the operating member are integrally formed.

[0011] In some embodiments, when the first type of toolbox is removed from the second type of toolbox, the operating member is driven to move backward. During the backward movement of the operating member, the first connecting portion is driven to move backward, so that the first connecting portion is separated from the first adapter.

[0012] In some embodiments, the connecting device further includes a cover plate, a fixing member, and an elastic member. One end of the elastic member abuts against the first type of toolbox, and the other end of the elastic member abuts against the first connecting member. At least a part of the first connecting member is disposed between the first type of toolbox and the cover plate. The fixing member passes through the cover plate and the first connecting member to connect the cover plate to the first type of toolbox.

[0013] In some embodiments, when the first type of toolbox is removed from the second type of toolbox, the operating member is driven to move upward. During the upward movement of the operating member, the first connecting portion is driven to move backward, so that the first connecting portion is separated from the first adapter.

[0014] In some embodiments, the connecting device further includes a cover plate, a reset member, an elastic member, and a fixing member. The operating member is in contact with the first connecting member. One end of the elastic member abuts against the first type of toolbox, and the other end of the elastic member abuts against the first connecting member. One end of the reset member abuts against the first type of toolbox, and the other end of the reset member abuts against the operating member. At least a part of the operating member is disposed between the first connecting member and the cover plate. The fixing member passes through the cover plate and the first connecting member to be connected to the first type of toolbox, so that the cover plate is connected to the first type of toolbox.

[0015] In some embodiments, the operating member is formed with a driving portion, and the first connecting member is formed with a contact portion. The moving direction of the contact portion forms an angle with the moving direction of the driving portion.

[0016] In some embodiments, the connecting device further includes a holding assembly. The holding assembly includes a stopper for holding the first connecting member in a state of being separated from the first adapter, and a movable member cooperating with the first connecting member.

[0017] In some embodiments, the stopper is connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, and the movable member is connected to the first type of toolbox. When the first connecting member moves to a preset position, the movable member abuts against the stopper, and the stopper restricts the movement of the first connecting member. After the first connecting member is separated from the first fitting, the first connecting member returns to its original position.

[0018] In some embodiments, the retaining assembly further includes a sleeve and a biasing member. The biasing member and the movable member are connected to the first connecting member through the sleeve. One end of the biasing member abuts against the movable member, and the other end of the biasing member abuts against the first connecting member.

[0019] A toolbox system includes: a first type of toolbox; a second type of toolbox; a connecting device that couples the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox; a traveling device connected to the lower end of the second type of toolbox; a pull rod device connected to the second type of toolbox, the pull rod device including a pull rod capable of driving the traveling device to drive the second type of toolbox to move; the connecting device includes: a first connecting member formed with a first connecting portion that can couple to the second type of toolbox only after the first type of toolbox rotates through a preset angle; a second connecting member formed with a second connecting portion that can abut against the second type of toolbox only after the first connecting portion is coupled to the second type of toolbox; a first fitting connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, the first fitting being configured to cooperate with the first connecting member; a second fitting connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, the second fitting being configured to cooperate with the second connecting member.

[0020] A toolbox system includes: a first type of toolbox having a main body portion forming an accommodation space, the main body portion including a side wall and a bottom wall; a second type of toolbox; a connecting device that couples the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox; the connecting device includes: a first connecting member formed with a first connecting portion that can couple to the second type of toolbox only after the first type of toolbox rotates through a preset angle; a second connecting member formed with a second connecting portion that can abut against the second type of toolbox only after the first connecting portion is coupled to the second type of toolbox; a first fitting connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, the first fitting being configured to cooperate with the first connecting member; a second fitting connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, the second fitting being configured to cooperate with the second connecting member; an operating member that, after being operated to move a preset distance to a preset position, separates the first connecting portion from the first fitting, thereby removing the first type of toolbox from the second type of toolbox.

[0021] A method for an operation toolbox system, the toolbox system comprising: a first type of toolbox; a second type of toolbox; a connecting device connecting the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox; a traveling device connected to the lower end of the second type of toolbox; a pull rod device connected to the second type of toolbox, the pull rod device including a pull rod capable of driving the traveling device to drive the second type of toolbox to move; the connecting device comprising: a first connecting member formed with a first connecting portion coupled to the second type of toolbox; a second connecting member formed with a second connecting portion abutting against the second type of toolbox; The method includes the following steps of driving the first connecting member to move so that the first connecting portion is separated from the second connecting portion; rotating the first type of toolbox upward about one end; and removing the first type of toolbox from the second type of toolbox.

[0022] A toolbox system, comprising: a first type of toolbox having a box body forming an accommodation space, the box body including a side wall and a bottom wall; a second type of toolbox; a connecting device coupling the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox; a traveling device connected to the lower end of the second type of toolbox; a pull rod device connected to the second type of toolbox, the pull rod device including a pull rod capable of driving the traveling device to drive the second type of toolbox to move; the connecting device comprising: a first connecting member formed with a first connecting portion coupled to the second type of toolbox; a second connecting member formed with a second connecting portion abutting against the second type of toolbox; an operating member configured to control the separation or coupling of the first connecting member from the second type of toolbox, the operating member being provided on the side wall of the first type of toolbox.

[0023] The advantage of the present application is that: through the structural arrangement of the connecting device, the user can separate or connect the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox. Description of the Drawings

[0024] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the first usage state of the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox in the toolbox series of the present application; Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of another first usage state of the first type of toolbox and the second type of toolbox in the toolbox series of the present application.

[0025] Figure 3 is Figure 2 a cross-sectional view of the shown toolbox series, wherein the first connecting member is coupled to the first adapter fitting and the second connecting member is coupled to the second adapter fitting.

[0026] Figure 4 is Figure 2 a schematic diagram after the operating member in the said toolbox series is pressed; Figure 5 is Figure 4 a cross-sectional view of the shown schematic diagram; Figure 6 is Figure 2Schematic diagram of one end of the first type of toolbox in the shown toolbox series rotating upward by a preset angle. At this time, the first connecting piece is separated from the first fitting piece, and the second connecting piece is in contact with the second fitting piece; Figure 7 Is Figure 6 Cross-sectional view of the shown schematic diagram; Figure 8 Is Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the separation of the first type of toolbox, the second type of toolbox and the connecting device shown; Figure 9 Is Figure 8 Schematic diagram of another perspective of the separation of the first type of toolbox, the second type of toolbox and the connecting device shown; Figure 10 Is Figure 3 Cross-sectional view of the connecting device with a holding component added. At this time, the movable part is separated from the stopper; Figure 11 Is Figure 10 Cross-sectional view of the connecting device. At this time, the first connecting piece moves to a preset position, and at this time, the movable part abuts against the stopper; Figure 12 Is a schematic diagram of another structural form of the connecting device in the toolbox series of the present application.

[0027] Figure 13 Is Figure 12 Cross-sectional view of the shown schematic diagram; Figure 14 Is Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the operating part moving upward in the toolbox series. At this time, the first connecting piece 1 is separated from the first fitting piece; Figure 15 Is Figure 14 Cross-sectional view of the shown schematic diagram; Figure 16 Is Figure 14 Cross-sectional view of the shown schematic diagram; Figure 17 Is Figure 12 Schematic diagram of one end of the first type of toolbox in the toolbox series rotating upward by a preset angle. At this time, the first connecting piece is separated from the first fitting piece, and the second connecting piece is in contact with the second fitting piece; Figure 18 Is Figure 17 Cross-sectional view of the shown schematic diagram; Figure 19 Is Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the separation of the first type of toolbox, the second type of toolbox and the connecting device shown; Figure 20 Is Figure 19 Schematic diagram of another perspective of the separation of the first type of toolbox, the second type of toolbox and the connecting device shown; Figure 21Yes Figure 16 A cross-sectional view of the connecting device with a retaining component added, where the movable part abuts against the stopper at this time; Detailed implementation manners

[0028] Before explaining any implementation manner of the present application in detail, it should be understood that the present application is not limited to the structural details and component arrangements set forth in the following description or shown in the above drawings.

[0029] In the present application, the terms "comprising", "including", "having" or any other variant thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article or device comprising a series of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a..." does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article or device comprising such element.

[0030] In the present application, the term "and / or" describes the association relationship of associated objects and indicates that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A exists alone, A and B exist simultaneously, and B exists alone. In addition, the character " / " in the present application generally represents an "and / or" relationship between the associated objects before and after.

[0031] In the present application, the terms "connect", "combine", "couple", "mount" can be direct connection, combination, coupling or mounting, or can be indirect connection, combination, coupling or mounting. Among them, by way of example, direct connection means that two parts or components are connected together without setting an intermediate member, and indirect connection means that two parts or components are respectively connected to at least one intermediate member, and these two parts or components are connected through the intermediate member. In addition, "connection" and "coupling" are not limited to physical or mechanical connection or coupling, and can include electrical connection or coupling.

[0032] In this application, those of ordinary skill in the art will understand that relative terms used in connection with quantities or conditions (e.g., "about", "approximately", "substantially", etc.) are intended to include the stated value and have the meaning indicated by the context. For example, such relative terms include at least the degree of error associated with the measurement of a particular value, tolerances resulting from manufacturing, assembly, use in relation to a particular value, etc. Such terms should also be considered to disclose ranges defined by the absolute values of two endpoints. Relative terms may refer to plus or minus a certain percentage (e.g., 1%, 5%, 10% or more) of the indicated value. Numerical values without the use of relative terms should also be disclosed as specific values with tolerances. In addition, "substantially" when expressing a relative angular positional relationship (e.g., substantially parallel, substantially perpendicular) may refer to plus or minus a certain number of degrees (e.g., 1 degree, 5 degrees, 10 degrees or more) based on the indicated angle.

[0033] In this application, those of ordinary skill in the art will understand that the functions performed by a component can be performed by one component, multiple components, one part, or multiple parts. Similarly, the functions performed by a part can also be performed by one part, one component, or a combination of multiple parts.

[0034] In this application, the orientation terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "rear", etc. are described based on the orientation and positional relationship shown in the drawings, and should not be construed as a limitation on the embodiments of this application. In addition, in the context, it should also be understood that when it is mentioned that one element is connected "on" or "under" another element, it can not only be directly connected "on" or "under" another element, but also be indirectly connected "on" or "under" another element through an intermediate element. It should also be understood that the orientation terms such as upper side, lower side, left side, right side, front side, rear side, etc. not only represent the positive orientation, but can also be understood as the side orientation. For example, the lower side can include directly below, lower left, lower right, lower front, and lower rear, etc.

[0035] As Figure 1 shown is a toolbox system 100 which can be used to store items. The toolbox can store items including but not limited to accessories, tools, charging devices, power supply devices, lighting devices, etc. It should be noted that the stored items described in this application are not only limited to storing items inside the toolbox, but also include connecting items to the outside of the toolbox, which is also referred to as storing items in the toolbox.

[0036] To clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application, the upper, lower, front, rear, left, and right as Figure 1 shown are defined. It should be noted that, without specific description, the upper and lower, front and rear, left and right mentioned hereinafter refer to the state when the toolbox system 100 is Figure 1 stationary as shown.

[0037] As shown Figure 1 in FIG. 1, the toolbox system 100 includes a handle device 22, a traveling device 21, a storage device, and a connecting device 30. The storage device is the main part of the toolbox system 100 for forming storage, that is, it can be understood that the toolbox system 100 may include multiple toolboxes. The toolboxes can be used independently, or multiple toolboxes can be connected and used together. The toolbox includes side walls arranged substantially in the front-rear direction or the left-right direction, namely a front side wall 13, a rear side wall, a left side wall, and a right side wall, as well as a bottom wall and a top wall connecting the above side walls. The front side wall 13, the rear side wall, the left side wall, the right side wall, and the bottom wall form an accommodation space for storing items. To facilitate the description of the technical solution of the present application, the toolbox is defined herein as a first type of toolbox 10 and a second type of toolbox 20. Of course, the toolbox system 100 is not limited to the above two toolboxes, and there may be other toolboxes. What is described here is the relationship between any two toolboxes. In addition, the first type of toolbox 10 and the second type of toolbox 20 may be the same type of toolbox or different types of toolboxes, that is, only limited to not being the same toolbox here, and the specific structures of the first type of toolbox 10 and the second type of toolbox 20 are not limited. They may be the same type of toolbox. Of course, the toolbox system 100 may also include a third type of toolbox or even a fourth type of toolbox.

[0038] The handle device 22 is connected to the second type of toolbox 20, and the handle device 22 has a handle for the user to hold. The structure of the handle device 22 may be the structure of a common handle on the market and will not be described in detail here. The handle is arranged on the rear side wall of the second type of toolbox 20 for easy operation by the user.

[0039] The traveling device 21 is connected to the second type of toolbox 20. The traveling device 21 includes one or more wheels, and the traveling device 21 can move the second type of toolbox 20 relative to the ground. The wheels are generally arranged on the left and right side walls of the second type of toolbox 20 and close to the rear side wall.

[0040] The connecting device 30 is used to couple the first type of toolbox 10 and the second type of toolbox 20. That is to say, the user can hold the handle and pull or push the wheels to rotate relative to the ground, thereby driving the first type of toolbox 10 and the second type of toolbox 20 to move together. It should be noted that the handle device 22 and the traveling device 21 may also be provided on the second type of toolbox 20, so that the first type of toolbox 10 is directly stacked on the second type of toolbox 20.

[0041] As shown Figures 2 to 9As shown, the connecting device 30 is used to couple the first type of toolbox 10 to the upper end of the second type of toolbox 20. The connecting device 30 includes a first connecting member 31, a second connecting member 32, a first adapter 33, a second adapter 34, and an operating member. The first connecting member 31 cooperates with the first adapter 33, and the second connecting member 32 cooperates with the second adapter 34. The operating member can be driven by the user to move. During the movement of the operating member, the first connecting member 31 moves accordingly. During the movement of the first connecting member 31, the first connecting member 31 and the first adapter 33 may be in a separated or contacting state. When the first connecting member 31 is separated from the first adapter 33, the first type of toolbox 10 is configured to be removable from the second type of toolbox 20. When the first connecting member 31 is in contact with the first adapter 33, the first type of toolbox 10 is configured to be coupled to the second type of toolbox 20.

[0042] That is, the toolbox system 100 has at least two usage states, which are defined here as the first usage state and the second usage state. When the toolbox system 100 is in the first usage state, the first type of toolbox 10 is connected to the second type of toolbox 20, and the first type of toolbox 10 can move together with the second type of toolbox 20. When the toolbox system 100 is in the second usage state, the first type of tool can be used separately from the second type of toolbox 20. In this way, the user can select different usage states according to the actual working conditions, which is convenient for the user. As a specific implementation, a traveling device 21 and a handle device 22 can be installed on the second type of toolbox 20. In this way, the user can install the first type of toolbox 10 on the second type of toolbox 20, and then by driving the second type of toolbox 20, the first type of toolbox 10 can be driven to move together. The third type of toolbox can also be connected to the first type of toolbox 10 through the connecting device 30. Of course, the second type of toolbox 20 may not be equipped with the traveling device 21 and the handle device 22, so that the first type of toolbox 10 is stacked on the second type of toolbox 20. The above-mentioned connecting device 30 connects the two toolboxes, that is, the same structure can also be provided on the third type of toolbox, so that the third type of toolbox is connected to the first type of toolbox 10 or directly connected to the second type of toolbox 20 through the connecting device 30, thereby realizing the stacking of the toolboxes.

[0043] The state switching between the first usage state and the second usage state is achieved by the connecting device 30. In the vertical direction, the height of the connecting device 30 is lower than the height of the upper cover 11 of the first type of toolbox 10. In this way, when the user connects two toolboxes, the connecting device 30 will not be damaged due to the current environment or the user's operation. The operating member in the connecting device 30 is used for the user to drive. During the process of the user driving the operating member, the first connecting member 31 can be driven to move together, so as to realize the separation or contact between the first connecting member 31 and the first adapter 33, and further realize the state switching of the toolbox system 100. The operating member is arranged on the side wall of the first type of toolbox 10. In the vertical direction, the height of the operating member is lower than the height of the upper cover 11 of the first type of toolbox 10. That is to say, the area where the user drives the operating member is located on the side wall of the first type of toolbox 10. When the user transports or stores the toolbox to save space and store more items, the user will place multiple columns of toolboxes next to each other, which will result in a small operating space between each column of toolboxes. Arranging the operating member on the side wall can facilitate the user to drive the operating member in a narrow space and facilitate the user to switch the state.

[0044] The first type of toolbox 10 includes an upper cover 11 and a box body 12. The box body 12 forms an accommodation space for storing items, and the upper cover 11 is used to close the accommodation space. The box body 12 is formed by a front side wall 13, a rear side wall, a left side wall, a right side wall and a bottom wall. The upper cover 11 can move relative to the box body 12, which facilitates the user to open the upper cover 11 so as to place or store items in the accommodation space. The operating member is arranged on the side wall formed by the box body 12, and the height of the operating member is lower than that of the upper cover 11. Such a setting facilitates the user to use the operating member and the upper cover 11 and avoids interference between the two.

[0045] In this embodiment, the upper cover 11 is pivotally connected to the box body 12, that is, the upper cover 11 and the box body 12 are connected by a pivot shaft, and the pivot shaft is arranged on the rear side wall of the box body 12. In this way, the user can rotate the upper cover 11 on the side of the front side wall 13 to expand the accommodation space. The operating member is also arranged on the front side wall 13. In this way, when the user wants to open the upper cover 11 to take out or store items, or wants to remove the toolbox from another toolbox, the user can operate without moving the toolbox. It should be noted that in some other embodiments, there may be no upper cover.

[0046] The connecting device 30 includes a first connecting member 31, a second connecting member 32, a first adapter 33, a second adapter 34, and an operating member. The operating member can be driven by a user to control the movement of the first connecting member 31 by driving the operating member. The first connecting member 31 is connected to the first type of toolbox 10, the second connecting member 32 is connected to the first type of toolbox 10, the first adapter 33 is connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox 20, the second adapter 34 is connected or formed on the second type of toolbox 20, and the operating member is arranged on the front side wall 13 of the first type of toolbox 10. The first connecting member 31 cooperates with the first adapter 33, and the second connecting member 32 cooperates with the second adapter 34. A first connecting portion 311 capable of being coupled to the first adapter 33 is formed on the first connecting member 31, and a second connecting portion 321 that can abut against the second adapter 34 after the first connecting portion 311 is coupled to the first adapter 33 is formed on the second connecting member 32.

[0047] As a feasible operation method, when the user wants to switch the toolbox system 100 from the first usage state to the second usage state, the user drives the operating member, and the operating member drives the first connecting member 31 to move backward a preset distance from the initial position to the preset position. The first connecting portion 311 is separated from the first adapter 33. After the first type of toolbox 10 is rotated upward at one end by a certain angle, the first type of toolbox 10 is removed from the first type of toolbox 10. At this time, the second connecting portion 321 is separated from the second adapter 34, and at the same time, the toolbox system 100 completes the switch from the first usage state to the second usage state. Here, it should be noted that the initial position refers to the position of the first connecting member 31 when the operating member is not affected by external forces. The preset position is not a fixed position. As long as it can achieve the separation of the first connecting portion 311 from the first adapter 33, it can be called the preset position. Therefore, the preset distance of movement also depends on the current user's habit or the maximum distance that the first connecting member 31 can move, and it is not a fixed value.

[0048] When the user wants to switch the toolbox system 100 from the second usage state to the first usage state, the user holds the first type of toolbox 10 at a certain inclination angle, then brings the second connecting portion 321 into contact with the second adapter 34, and then rotates the first type of toolbox 10 downward until the first connecting portion 311 is coupled to the first adapter 33. At this time, the first type of toolbox 10 is coupled to the second type of toolbox 20, and the toolbox system 100 completes the switch from the second usage state to the first usage state.

[0049] As a specific implementation manner, the connecting device 30 further includes an elastic member 37 and a fixing member 38. In this embodiment, the first connecting member 31 and the operating member are formed by one part, which can also be understood as that an operating portion 312 for the user to drive is formed on the first connecting member 31. A plurality of first type connecting columns 14 protrude forward on the front side wall 13 of the first type toolbox 10, and a plurality of clamping grooves 313 that cooperate with the first type connecting columns 14 are formed on the first connecting member 31. A part of the clamping grooves 313 can be sleeved on the outer side of the first type connecting columns 14. The elastic member 37 is disposed between the first type toolbox 10 and the first connecting member 31, that is, the elastic member 37 is sleeved on the first type connecting columns 14. One end of the elastic member 37 abuts against the first type toolbox 10, and the other end of the elastic member 37 abuts against the first connecting member 31. At least one second type connecting column 15 also protrudes forward on the front side wall 13 of the first type toolbox 10. Through holes corresponding to the at least one second type connecting column 15 are formed on the cover plate 36. The fixing member 38 passes through the through holes and is connected to the second type connecting column 15, thereby fixedly connecting the cover plate 36 to the first type toolbox 10. An opening is formed on the cover plate 36 for the operating portion 312 on the first connecting member 31 to protrude, and such a setting facilitates the user to drive the operating portion 312.

[0050] In this embodiment, in order to ensure the stability of the connection between the first type toolbox 10 and the second type toolbox 20, a plurality of first connection portions 311 are provided on the first connecting member 31. Similarly, in order to adapt to the first connection portions 311, a plurality of first adaptation portions 331 that cooperate with the first connection portions 311 are provided on the first adapter 33. That is, the first connection portions 311 can be coupled with the first adaptation portions 331 on the first adapter 33 only after the first type toolbox 10 rotates by a preset angle. The specific number of the first connection portions 311 is 2, which are respectively disposed at both ends of the first connecting member 31. The number of the first adaptation portions 331 is also two, which are disposed at both ends of the upper cover 11 of the second type toolbox 20. The first connection portions 311 are specifically hooks, and the first adaptation portions are specifically slots. The second connecting member 32 is integrally formed with the first type toolbox 10, and a second connection portion 321 that can abut against the second type toolbox 20 is formed on the second connecting member 32 after the first connection portions 311 and the first adaptation portions 331 are coupled. Two second connection portions 321 are formed on the second connecting member 32, that is, two second connection portions 321 are formed on the first type toolbox 10. Two second adaptation portions 341 that cooperate with the second connection portions 321 are formed on the second adapter 34. The second connection portions 321 are specifically hooks, and the second adaptation portions 341 are specifically slots.

[0051] In addition, the number of elastic members 37 is 3. This setting can make the first connecting member 31 receive uniform force when moving backward, avoiding uneven force when the first connecting member 31 moves and preventing the situation where the first connecting member 31 cannot be separated from the first fitting member 33. That is to say, three first-type connecting columns 14 are provided on the first-type toolbox 10. Specifically, one first-type connecting column 14 is provided at the rear end of the operating portion 312, and the other two first-type connecting columns 14 are provided at the rear end of the first connecting portion 311.

[0052] When the user switches the toolbox system 100 from the first use state to the second use state, the user touches the operating portion 312 and presses the operating portion 312 backward. The first connecting member 31 is forced to move backward a preset distance to a preset position. At this time, the elastic member 37 deforms under force, and the first connecting portion 311 is separated from the first fitting portion 331. At this time, the second connecting portion 321 and the second fitting portion 341 still remain in contact. Then, the user lifts one end of the first-type toolbox 10, that is, rotates one end of the front side wall 13 of the first-type toolbox 10 upward. Since the second connecting portion 321 and the second fitting portion 341 still remain in contact, at this time, the first-type toolbox 10 is inclined relative to the second-type toolbox 20. Then, the first-type toolbox 10 is removed from the second-type toolbox 20, that is, the second connecting portion 321 and the second fitting portion 341 are separated, thereby realizing the switching of the toolbox system 100 from the first use state to the second use state.

[0053] When the user switches the toolbox system 100 from the second use state to the first use state, the user holds the first-type toolbox 10 to bring the second connecting portion 321 of the first-type toolbox 10 into contact with the second fitting portion 341, and then can rotate it downward to bring the first connecting portion 311 into contact with the first fitting portion 331. Continue to apply force to make the first connecting portion 311 move backward under force and compress the elastic member 37. When the buckle snaps into the card slot, the elastic member 37 resumes deformation, making the first connecting portion 311 coupled with the first fitting portion 331.

[0054] Of course, after the second connecting portion 321 and the second fitting portion 341 are abutted in place, the first-type toolbox 10 is directly released. In this way, under the action of the gravity of the first-type toolbox 10, the first connecting portion 311 is directly clamped with the first fitting portion 331. Thereby, the first-type toolbox 10 is coupled with the second-type toolbox 20.

[0055] Such as Figures 10 to 11As shown, the connecting device 30 further includes a holding assembly 40 for holding the first connecting member 31 in a state separated from the first adapter 33. The holding assembly 40 includes a stopper 41 connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox 20. The stopper 41 can cooperate with the first connecting member 31 so that during the process of the first connecting portion 311 disengaging from the first adapting portion 331, the first connecting portion 311 always remains at a preset position. In this way, the user does not need to continuously press the operating portion 312 to keep the first connecting member 31 at the preset position, which is convenient for the user to use.

[0056] The holding assembly 40 is arranged at the lower end of the first connecting member 31. The holding assembly 40 includes a stopper 41, a biasing member 44, a movable member 42, and a sleeve 43. The stopper 41 is connected to or integrally formed on the second type of toolbox 20. The biasing member 44 and the movable member 42 are connected to the first connecting member 31 through the sleeve 43. One end of the biasing member 44 abuts against the movable member 42, and the other end of the biasing member 44 abuts against the first connecting member 31. The sleeve 43 is provided with a through hole through which at least a part of the movable member 42 can pass. The part of the movable member 42 passing through the through hole can cooperate with the stopper 41 during the process of switching the usage state of the toolbox system 100, so as to keep the first connecting member 31 at a preset position. A through hole through which at least a part of the driving member can pass is formed on the cover plate 36, that is, when the toolbox system 100 is in the first usage state, the stopper 41 partially passes through the cover plate 36. When the toolbox system 100 is in the second usage state, the stopper 41 is separated from the movable member 42. The movable member 42, the biasing member 44, and the sleeve 43 are connected to the first connecting member 31 and move together with the first connecting member 31.

[0057] Specifically, when the toolbox system 100 is in the first usage state, the first connecting member 31 is in a preset position, and the stopper 41 passes through the through hole on the cover plate 36. When the toolbox system 100 is switched from the first usage state to the second usage state, the user drives the operation part 312 to move backward, that is, the first connecting member 31 moves backward. During the backward movement of the first connecting member 31, the first connecting member 31 drives the movable member 42 to move a preset distance to a preset position. During the movement of the first connecting member 31, the movable member 42 approaches the stopper 41 until they contact. Since the first connecting member 31 continues to move backward, the movable member 42 compresses the biasing member 44 until the movable member 42 passes over the stopper 41. After the first connecting member 31 reaches the preset position, it stops moving. At this time, the user cancels the force applied to the first connecting member 31. At this time, the first connecting member 31 moves forward under the action of the elastic member 37 until the movable member 42 abuts against the stopper 41, and the first connecting member 31 stops moving and remains in the current position. At this time, the first connecting portion 311 is separated from the first fitting portion 331, and the second connecting portion 321 is connected to the second fitting portion 341. Then the user holds the first type of toolbox 10 and rotates one end of the first type of toolbox 10 upward. During the rotation of the first type of toolbox 10, the stopper 41 is separated from the movable member 42. At this time, the first connecting member 31 loses the abutting force and continues to move forward until the initial position. As the rotation angle of the first type of toolbox 10 becomes larger, the stopper 41 gradually disengages from the cover plate 36 until it is completely disengaged.

[0058] The biasing member 44 is specifically a spring.

[0059] As another implementable way, the stopper can also be connected to the first type of toolbox, and the movable member can be connected to the second type of toolbox.

[0060] Such as Figures 12 to 21As shown, as another specific embodiment, the connecting device 50 further includes a cover plate 56, an elastic member 57, a reset member 59, and a fixing member 58. In this embodiment, the operating member 55 and the first connecting member 51 are two separate components. The operating member 55 can be driven by the user to move upward. During the upward movement of the operating member 55, the first connecting member 51 is forced to move backward a preset distance to a preset position, and the first connecting portion 511 is separated from the first adapter 53. Then, after one end of the first type of toolbox 10 is rotated upward by a certain angle, the first type of toolbox 10 is removed from the first type of toolbox 10. At this time, the second connecting portion 521 is separated from the second adapter 54, and at the same time, the toolbox system 100 is switched from the first use state to the second use state. When the user wants to switch the toolbox system 100 from the second use state to the first use state, the user holds the first type of toolbox 10 at a certain inclination angle, then brings the second connecting portion 521 into contact with the second adapter 54, and then rotates the first type of toolbox 10 downward until the first connecting portion 511 is coupled with the first adapter 53. At this time, the first type of toolbox 10 is coupled with the second type of toolbox 20, and the toolbox system 100 is switched from the second use state to the first use state.

[0061] On the front side wall 13 of the first type of toolbox 10, several first type of connecting columns 71 protrude forward. On the first connecting member 51, several clamping grooves that cooperate with the first type of connecting columns 71 are formed, and a part of the clamping grooves can be sleeved on the outside of the first type of connecting columns 71. The elastic member 57 is arranged between the first type of toolbox 10 and the first connecting member 51, that is, the elastic member 57 is sleeved on the first connecting column. One end of the elastic member 57 abuts against the first type of toolbox 10, and the other end of the elastic member 57 abuts against the first connecting member 51.

[0062] On the front side wall 13 of the first type of toolbox 10, at least one second type of connecting column 72 also protrudes forward. On the cover plate 56, at least one through hole corresponding to the second type of connecting column 72 is formed. The fixing member 58 passes through the through hole and is connected to the second type of connecting column 72, thereby fixedly connecting the cover plate 56 to the first type of toolbox 10. On the first type of toolbox 10, a third type of connecting column 73 is also formed. The third connecting column extends basically vertically. The reset member 59 is sleeved on the third type of connecting column 73. One end of the reset member 59 abuts against the first type of toolbox 10, and the other end of the reset member 59 abuts against the operating member 55. On the operating member 55, a driving portion 551 is formed. The driving portion 551 is used to drive the first connecting member 51 to move backward during the upward movement of the operating member 55 when the operating member 55 is stressed. On the cover plate 56, an opening is formed for the operating portion 552 on the operating member 55 to protrude, and the operating portion 552 can be operated by the user to slide up and down within the opening. Such a setting facilitates the user to drive the operating portion 552.

[0063] In this embodiment, in order to ensure the stability of the connection between the first type of toolbox 10 and the second type of toolbox 20, several first connection parts 511 are provided on the first connecting piece 51. Similarly, in order to adapt to the first connection parts 511, several first adaptation parts 531 that cooperate with the first connection parts 511 are provided on the first adapter 53. The specific number of the first connection parts 511 is 2, which are respectively arranged at both ends of the first connecting piece 51. The number of the first adaptation parts 531 is also two, which are arranged at both ends of the upper cover 11 of the second type of toolbox 20. The first connection part 511 is specifically a hook, and the first adaptation part 531 is specifically a slot. Similarly, 2 second connection parts 521 are formed on the second connecting piece 52. The second connecting piece 52 is integrally formed with the first type of toolbox 10, that is, 2 second connection parts 521 are formed on the first type of toolbox 10. 2 second adaptation parts 541 that cooperate with the second connection parts 521 are formed on the second adapter 54. The second connection part 521 is specifically a hook, and the second adaptation part 541 is specifically a slot.

[0064] In addition, the number of the elastic members 57 is 2. Such a setting can make the first connecting piece 51 receive uniform force when moving backward, avoiding the situation that the first connecting piece 51 cannot be separated from the first adapter 53 due to uneven force during the movement of the first connecting piece 51. That is to say, 2 first type of connection columns 71 are provided on the first type of toolbox 10. Specifically, the two first type of connection columns 71 are arranged at the rear ends of the first connection parts 511. Similarly, in order to ensure the smooth sliding of the operating part 55 during the up and down sliding process, the number of the reset members 59 is also set to 2.

[0065] The moving direction of the contact part 512 forms an angle with the moving direction of the driving part 551. Specifically, the driving part 551 is an inclined surface formed on the operating part 55. A contact part 512 that cooperates with the driving part 551 is formed on the first connecting piece 51. The contact part 512 is an inclined surface. The driving part 551 and the contact part 512 always remain in contact. The inclined angles of the inclined surfaces of the contact part 512 and the driving part 551 are basically the same, but their inclined directions are opposite. In this way, when the driving part 551 moves upward, the contact part 512 will be forced to move backward.

[0066] The user switches the toolbox system 100 from the first usage state to the second usage state. The user touches the operation part 552 and presses the operation part 552 upward. The reset part 59 deforms under force, and the contact part 512 on the first connecting part 51 moves backward a preset distance to a preset position under force. The elastic part 57 deforms under force, and the first connecting part 511 is separated from the first adapting part 531. At this time, the second connecting part 521 and the second adapting part 541 are still in contact. Then the user lifts one end of the first type of toolbox 10 upward, that is, rotates one end of the front side wall 13 of the first type of toolbox 10 upward. Because the second connecting part 521 and the second adapting part 541 are still in contact, at this time the first type of toolbox 10 is inclined relative to the second type of toolbox 20. Then the first type of toolbox 10 is removed from the second type of toolbox 20, that is, the second connecting part 521 and the second adapting part 541 are separated, so as to realize the switching of the toolbox system 100 from the first usage state to the second usage state.

[0067] The user switches the toolbox system 100 from the second usage state to the first usage state. The user holds the first type of toolbox 10 to make the second connecting part 521 of the first type of toolbox 10 contact with the second adapting part 541, and then can rotate downward to make the first connecting part 511 contact with the first adapting part 531. Continue to apply force to make the first connecting part 511 move backward under force and compress the elastic part 57. When the buckle snaps into the card slot, the elastic part 57 restores deformation to couple the first connecting part 511 with the first adapting part 531.

[0068] Of course, after the second connecting part 521 and the second adapting part 541 are abutted in place, directly release the first type of toolbox 10. In this way, under the action of the gravity of the first type of toolbox 10, the first connecting part 511 is directly clamped with the first adapting part 531. Thus, the first type of toolbox 10 is coupled with the second type of toolbox 20.

[0069] Similarly, as Figure 21 shown, in this embodiment, the connecting device 50 also has a holding component 60. The holding component 60 in this embodiment is basically the same in structure and principle as the holding component 60 in the previous embodiment, and will not be elaborated here. The difference is that the sleeve 61 is specifically installed at the lower end of the driving part 551.

[0070] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features and advantages of the present application. Those skilled in the art of this industry should understand that the above embodiments do not limit the present application in any form. Any technical solutions obtained by means of equivalent replacement or equivalent transformation fall within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A toolbox system, comprising: The first type of tool box comprises a box body forming a receiving space, wherein the box body comprises a side wall and a bottom wall; The second type of toolbox; A connecting device, coupling the first type of tool box and the second type of tool box; The connecting device comprises: a first connector formed with a first connection portion coupled to the second type of tool box; A second connecting member is formed with a second connecting portion that abuts against the second type of tool box; a first adapter member connected or formed on the second type of tool box, the first adapter member being configured to cooperate with the first connector; a second adapter, connected or formed on the second type of tool box, the second adapter being configured to cooperate with the second connector; An operating member is arranged on the side wall. After being operated to move a preset distance to a preset position, the operating member is configured to drive the first connecting part to translate in a direction away from the first adapter to separate the first connecting part from the first adapter, thereby removing the first type of tool box from the second type of tool box.

2. The tool box system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first type of tool box also includes an upper cover connected to the box body, wherein the upper cover is pivotally connected to the box body via a pivot member, the pivot member is arranged at the rear end of the box body, and the operating member is arranged on the front side wall of the box body.

3. The tool box system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The toolbox system also includes a walking device connected to the lower end of the second type of toolbox and a pull rod device connected to the second type of toolbox, the pull rod device includes a pull rod capable of driving the walking device to drive the second type of toolbox to move, the pull rod is arranged at the rear end of the box body, and the operating part is arranged on the front side wall of the box body.

4. The tool box system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connection part is coupled with the first adapter after the first type of tool box is rotated through a preset angle, and the second connection part can abut against the second adapter only after the first connection part is coupled with the first adapter.

5. The tool box system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connecting member and the operating member are integrally formed.

6. The tool box system according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the first type of tool box is removed from the second type of tool box, the operating member is driven to move backwards. During the movement of the operating member, the first connecting portion is driven to move backwards, thereby separating the first connecting portion from the first adapter.

7. The tool box system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting device also includes a cover plate, a fixing member and an elastic member, one end of the elastic member abuts against the first type of tool box, and the other end of the elastic member abuts against the first connecting member, the first connecting member is at least partially arranged between the first type of tool box and the cover plate, and the fixing member passes through the cover plate and the first connecting member to connect the cover plate to the first type of tool box.

8. The tool box system according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the first type of tool box is removed from the second type of tool box, the operating member is driven to move upward, and during the movement of the operating member, the first connecting portion is driven to move backward, thereby separating the first connecting portion from the first adapter.

9. The tool box system according to claim 8, characterized in that: The connecting device also includes a cover plate, a reset member, an elastic member and a fixing member, the operating member contacts the first connecting member, one end of the reset member abuts against the first type of toolbox, the other end of the reset member abuts against the first connecting member, one end of the reset member abuts against the first type of toolbox, the other end of the reset member abuts against the operating member, the operating member is at least partially arranged between the first connecting member and the cover plate, the fixing member passes through the cover plate and the first connecting member and is connected to the first type of toolbox, so that the cover plate is connected to the first type of toolbox.

10. The tool box system according to claim 9, characterized in that: The operating member is formed with a driving portion, and the first connecting member is formed with a contact portion, and a moving direction of the contact portion forms an angle with a moving direction of the driving portion.

11. The tool box system according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that: The connecting device further comprises a retaining assembly, wherein the retaining assembly comprises a stopper for retaining the first connecting member in a state of being separated from the first adapter member, and a movable member cooperating with the first connecting member.

12. The tool box system according to claim 11, characterized in that: The stop member is connected to or formed on the second type of toolbox, and the movable member is connected to the first type of toolbox. When the first connecting member moves to the preset position, the movable member abuts against the stop member, and the stop member limits the movement of the first connecting member. When the first connecting member is separated from the first adapter, the first connecting member returns to its original position.

13. The tool box system according to claim 12, characterized in that: The retaining assembly further comprises a sleeve and a biasing member, wherein the biasing member and the movable member are connected to the first connecting member via the sleeve, one end of the biasing member abuts against the movable member, and the other end of the biasing member abuts against the first connecting member.

14. A tool box system, comprising: Type 1 toolbox; The second type of toolbox; A connecting device, coupling the first type of tool box and the second type of tool box; a running device connected to the lower end of the second type tool box; A pull rod device connected to the second type of tool box, the pull rod device comprising a pull rod capable of driving the walking device to drive the second type of tool box to move; The connecting device comprises: A first connecting member, formed with a first connecting portion that can be coupled to the second type of tool box only after the first type of tool box is rotated through a preset angle; A second connecting member is formed with a second connecting portion that can abut against the second type of tool box only after the first connecting portion is coupled to the second type of tool box; a first adapter member connected or formed on the second type of tool box, the first adapter member being configured to cooperate with the first connector; A second adapter is connected or formed on the second type of tool box, and the second adapter is configured to cooperate with the second connector.

15. A tool box system, comprising: The first type of tool box has a main body portion forming a receiving space, the main body portion including a side wall and a bottom wall; The second type of toolbox; A connecting device, coupling the first type of tool box and the second type of tool box; The connecting device comprises: A first connecting member, formed with a first connecting portion that can be coupled to the second type of tool box only after the first type of tool box is rotated through a preset angle; A second connecting member is formed with a second connecting portion that can abut against the second type of tool box only after the first connecting portion is coupled to the second type of tool box; a first adapter member connected or formed on the second type of tool box, the first adapter member being configured to cooperate with the first connector; a second adapter, connected or formed on the second type of tool box, the second adapter being configured to cooperate with the second connector; After the operating member is operated to move a preset distance to a preset position, the first connecting portion is separated from the first adapter member, thereby removing the first type of tool box from the second type of tool box.

16. A method of operating a toolbox system, The toolbox system comprises: Type 1 toolbox; The second type of toolbox; A connecting device, connecting the first type of tool box and the second type of tool box; a running device connected to the lower end of the second type tool box; A pull rod device connected to the second type of tool box, the pull rod device comprising a pull rod capable of driving the walking device to drive the second type of tool box to move; The connecting device comprises: a first connector formed with a first connection portion coupled to the second type of tool box; A second connecting member is formed with a second connecting portion that abuts against a second type of tool box; The method comprises the following steps, driving the first connecting member to move so that the first connecting portion is separated from the second connecting portion; Rotate the first type of tool box upward around one end; The first type of tool box is removed from the second type of tool box.

17. A tool box system, comprising: The first type of tool box has a box body forming a receiving space, wherein the box body includes a side wall and a bottom wall; The second type of toolbox; A connecting device, coupling the first type of tool box and the second type of tool box; a running device connected to the lower end of the second type tool box; A pull rod device connected to the second type of tool box, the pull rod device comprising a pull rod capable of driving the walking device to drive the second type of tool box to move; The connecting device comprises: a first connector formed with a first connection portion coupled to the second type of tool box; A second connecting member is formed with a second connecting portion that abuts against a second type of tool box; An operating member is configured to control the separation or coupling of the first connecting member and the second type of tool box, and the operating member is arranged on the side wall of the first type of tool box.

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