Lamp driving box

Abstract

The utility model discloses a lamp driving box which comprises a first box body, a second box body and a hinge piece, the first box body and the second box body are hinged through the hinge piece so that the second box body can turn over by 0-180 degrees relative to the first box body, and the first box body and the second box body are used for installing driving elements respectively. The hinging piece is provided with a wire groove, and a wire can penetrate through the wire groove so as to be connected with driving elements located in the first box body and the second box body respectively. The lamp driving box can be bent by 180 degrees, and can effectively and rapidly pass through a narrow space and be installed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of lamps, and in particular to a lamp driver box. Background Art

[0002] In recent years, the performance of LED lights has continued to improve. Compared to traditional light sources, they offer advantages in lifespan, startup time, stability, safety, and environmental friendliness. LED lights have gradually replaced traditional lamps. However, LED lamps require driver boxes of varying power levels to meet specific usage requirements. High-power driver boxes are generally larger, making installation difficult or even impossible in confined spaces, severely impacting the installation process of both the driver box and the lamp. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of the embodiments of the present application is to provide a lamp driver box that can be bent 180 degrees and can effectively and quickly pass through and be installed in narrow spaces.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this application adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] On the one hand, a lamp driver box is provided, comprising: a first box body, a second box body and a hinge, wherein the first box body and the second box body are hinged by the hinge so that the second box body can be flipped between 0-180° relative to the first box body, the first box body and the second box body are respectively used to install driving elements, and the hinge is provided with a wire groove for the wire to be passed through to connect the driving elements respectively located in the first box body and the second box body.

[0006] Furthermore, the hinge includes a main body and rotating parts symmetrically arranged on both sides of the main body, and the two rotating parts are rotatably connected to the first box body and the second box body respectively.

[0007] Furthermore, each of the rotating parts has two end surfaces, the wire groove is opened in the rotating part and passes through the two end surfaces, and the interior of the main body is at least partially hollow to connect the two wire grooves.

[0008] Furthermore, the end surfaces of the two rotating parts located on the same side are respectively an entrance for the wire to pass through and an exit for the wire to pass through.

[0009] Furthermore, the rotating part is cylindrical.

[0010] Furthermore, the first box body is provided with a first rotation groove for cooperating with one of the rotation parts for rotation, and the second box body is provided with a second rotation groove for cooperating with the other rotation part for rotation.

[0011] Furthermore, a first limiting member cooperating with the rotating part to limit position is provided in the first box body.

[0012] Furthermore, a second limiting member cooperating with the rotating part to limit position is provided in the second box body.

[0013] Furthermore, the first box body includes a first bottom shell and a first cover plate, the first cover plate is clamped on the first bottom shell, and a first accommodating space for installing a driving element is formed between the first cover plate and the first bottom shell.

[0014] Furthermore, the second box body includes a second bottom shell and a second cover plate, the second cover plate is clamped on the second bottom shell, and a second accommodating space for installing the driving element is formed between the second cover plate and the second bottom shell.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the present application are as follows: the lamp driver box consists of a first box body, a second box body and a hinge connecting the two. The first box body and the second box body are respectively used to install driving elements, which are the key to the normal operation of the LED lamp. The hinge not only enables the two box bodies to be freely flipped within the range of 0-180°, but also cleverly opens a wire groove in its structure so that the wires can be smoothly passed through, thereby ensuring that the driving elements located in different box bodies can be effectively connected to maintain the normal function of the LED lamp.

[0016] Crucially, even in narrow installation spaces, users can simply adjust the relative angle between the first and second housings to allow the driver box to pass through and be installed smoothly. This feature not only greatly reduces installation difficulty and improves work efficiency, but also greatly broadens the application range of the driver box, making it adaptable to a wider range of LED lighting installation requirements. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] The present application is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples.

[0018] Figure 1 A three-dimensional diagram of the lamp driver box according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0019] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the lamp driver box according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0020] Figure 3 A three-dimensional diagram of the hinge according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the hinged member described in the embodiment of the present application;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a diagram of the bending process of the lamp driver box according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 6 The installation process of the lamp driver box described in the embodiment of this application Figure 1 ;

[0024] Figure 7 The installation process of the lamp driver box described in the embodiment of this application Figure 2 ;

[0025] Figure 8 The installation process of the lamp driver box described in the embodiment of this application Figure 3 .

[0026] In the figure: 1. First box body; 101. First bottom shell; 102. First cover plate; 103. First rotating groove; 104. First limiting member; 2. Second box body; 201. Second bottom shell; 202. Second cover plate; 203. Second rotating groove; 204. Second limiting member; 3. Hinge; 301. Main body; 302. Rotating part; 303. Wire trough. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] To make the technical problems solved by this application, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved more clearly, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are further described in detail below. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of this application, not all of them. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making any creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of this application.

[0028] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "connected," "connected," and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integration; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and can refer to internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature may include the first feature being directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature may include the first feature being directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0030] When using high-power lamps, the driver boxes they use are generally large. In some lighting installation areas, such as those behind low wooden boards or where there are structures such as air ducts, keels, and beams, the internal space is very small, making it difficult to install high-power driver boxes. For example, if there is a φ75mm hole in the wood board, there is only 100mm of space behind the board, while the typical high-power driver box is about 200mm long. In this case, the driver box cannot pass through the hole to enter the back of the board for installation.

[0031] In view of the above technical problems, this embodiment provides a lamp driver box, such as Figures 1-8 As shown, it includes: a first box body 1, a second box body 2 and a hinge 3. The first box body 1 and the second box body 2 are hinged by the hinge 3, so that the second box body 2 can be flipped between 0-180 degrees relative to the first box body 1. The first box body 1 and the second box body 2 are respectively used to install driving elements. The hinge 3 is provided with a wire groove 303, and the wire groove 303 can be used for the wire to pass through to connect the driving elements respectively located in the first box body 1 and the second box body 2.

[0032] To address the problem of oversized driver boxes, which are often encountered during the installation of high-power lamps and are difficult to fit into narrow spaces, this embodiment innovatively proposes a lamp driver box design. The driver box consists of a first box body 1, a second box body 2, and a hinge 3 connecting the two. The first box body 1 and the second box body 2 are respectively used to mount the driver components, which are key to the normal operation of the lamp. The hinge 3 not only ensures a reliable connection between the two boxes, but also, through its unique structural design, allows the second box body 2 to freely rotate between 0-180 degrees relative to the first box body 1. In actual installation, if the height behind the wooden board is limited or there are structures such as air ducts, keels, and beams, traditional high-power driver boxes are often difficult to pass through and install. However, the driver box design of this embodiment cleverly solves this problem. After the first box body 1 is tilted and passed through the small hole, the second box body 2 is flipped relative to the first box body 1, so that the first box body 1 gradually changes from tilted to horizontal. Since a certain angle is formed between the second box body 2 and the first box body 1 at this time, the second box body 2 can also smoothly pass through the small hole and enter the space behind the wooden board. Once in the target space, the user can adjust the angles of the two boxes as needed to unfold and secure them in the appropriate position. Meanwhile, the specially designed wire grooves 303 on the hinge 3 ensure that the wires can be smoothly routed through and connected to the driving components located in the two boxes, thus ensuring the normal operation of the lamp.

[0033] The significant advantages of this driver box design are its excellent spatial adaptability and ease of installation. No matter what complex the installation environment, users can quickly install the driver box by simply adjusting the angle of the box body. In addition, its easy maintenance feature greatly reduces the difficulty and cost of subsequent maintenance work. At the same time, the design of the wire groove 303 on the hinge 3 further ensures the stability and reliability of the electrical connection, providing a solid guarantee for the continuous and stable operation of the lamp. In summary, the lamp driver box design of this embodiment, with its unique hinge structure, flexible spatial adaptability, convenient installation and maintenance operations, and stable electrical connection characteristics, provides an efficient and reliable solution to the problem of installing high-power lamps in narrow spaces.

[0034] As an optional specific implementation scheme, when the back space of the wooden board is larger than the length of the first box body 1 or the second box body 2, the overall length of the drive box can be significantly shortened by folding the second box body 2 to a state of being close to the first box body 1, so that it can easily pass through a small hole such as φ75mm to enter a narrow space such as the back of the wooden board. After the drive box enters the back space of the wooden board, the second box body 2 is flipped over relative to the first box body 1 to restore its original shape and be fixed.

[0035] Furthermore, the hinge 3 includes a main body 301 and rotating parts 302 symmetrically arranged on either side of the main body 301. The two rotating parts 302 are rotatably connected to the first box body 1 and the second box body 2, respectively. The two rotating parts 302 are centered on the main body 301 and achieve rotational connection with the first box body 1 and the second box body 2, respectively. In the design of the main body 301, it serves as the core of the hinge 3 and plays an important role in supporting and connecting the two rotating parts 302. The strength and stability of the main body 301 are directly related to the reliability and service life of the entire hinge 3 and even the entire drive box. The two rotating parts 302 are responsible for connecting to the first box body 1 and the second box body 2, respectively. Through a precise rotation mechanism, the two boxes can be freely flipped within a range of 0-180 degrees. This design not only ensures flexible installation of the drive box in a narrow space, but also greatly improves the convenience and efficiency of installation.

[0036] Furthermore, each of the rotating parts 302 has two end faces, and the wire grooves 303 are opened in the rotating part 302 and pass through the two end faces. The interior of the main body 301 is at least partially hollow to connect the two wire grooves 303. The design of the wire grooves 303 passing through the two end faces means that the wires can be connected and passed through on either side of the rotating part 302, thereby providing users with more choices and convenience. This design not only simplifies the installation process, but also makes the installation of the drive box in a narrow space more flexible and efficient. The design of the main body 301 being at least partially hollow provides a basis for connecting the two wire grooves 303. This hollow part can serve as a channel for the wires, so that the driving elements in the two boxes can be electrically connected through the wires. This design not only ensures the stability and reliability of the electrical connection, but also makes the structure of the entire drive box more compact and reasonable.

[0037] Furthermore, the hollow design of the main body 301 also provides a certain heat dissipation effect. During operation, the driver components generate a certain amount of heat. The hollow design of the main body 301 allows this heat to be dissipated more easily, thereby improving the heat dissipation performance of the driver box. This is of great significance for extending the service life of the driver box and improving the overall performance of the lamp.

[0038] Specifically, the end surfaces of the two rotating parts 302 located on the same side serve as the entrance and exit for the wires, respectively. This design greatly simplifies the wire threading process. Users simply insert the wires through the entrance of the rotating part 302, then thread them along the interior of the wire trough 303 through the hollow portion of the main body 301, and finally exit through the exit of the other rotating part 302 to complete the wire connection. The entire process requires no complicated operations or additional tools, greatly improving installation efficiency and convenience. Designing the entrance and exit on the same side of the end surface also helps maintain the neat and aesthetically pleasing appearance of the driver box. Traditional wire connection methods often require multiple holes or interfaces in the box body, which not only affects the appearance of the driver box but also increases the complexity and error rate during installation. The design of this embodiment cleverly avoids these problems, making the entire driver box look simpler and more elegant. Furthermore, this design helps improve the stability and reliability of the electrical connection. Because the wires are routed along the interior of the wire trough 303, they are effectively protected from interference and damage from the external environment. At the same time, some protective measures, such as an insulating layer or a protective cover, may be provided inside the wire duct 303 to further improve the safety and durability of the wires.

[0039] Optionally, the rotating portion 302 is cylindrical. The cylindrical rotating portion 302 not only has an elegant appearance but, more importantly, demonstrates excellent performance in practical applications. First, the cylindrical design ensures that the rotating portion 302 maintains high stability and smoothness during rotation. This stability is crucial for ensuring flexible installation and stable operation of the driver box in confined spaces. Second, the cylindrical rotating portion 302 also provides a certain degree of strength and durability. Because the lighting driver box may be subject to various external forces during use, such as vibration and impact, the rotating portion 302 needs to be resistant to deformation and wear. The cylindrical design effectively meets these requirements, ensuring that the driver box maintains stable performance during long-term use. Furthermore, the cylindrical rotating portion 302 simplifies the wiring process. Because the wire trough 303 is located on the rotating portion 302 and extends through both end surfaces, the cylindrical design allows for a smoother and wider opening, facilitating the insertion and removal of wires.

[0040] In some embodiments, the design of the present lighting fixture driver box further refines the connection between the first and second housings 1 and 2 and the rotating portion 302 of the hinge 3. Specifically, the first housing 1 is cleverly provided with a first rotation slot 103 that rotates in close coordination with one of the rotating portions 302, while the second housing 2 is provided with a second rotation slot 203 that rotates in close coordination with the other rotating portion 302. This design not only ensures the secure attachment of the rotating portions 302 to the first and second housings 1 and 2, but also facilitates smoother and more precise rotation between them. The shape and dimensions of the first and second rotation slots 103 and 203 have been carefully designed and calculated to ensure a perfect match with the rotating portions 302, thereby achieving optimal rotation. Because the rotating portions 302 are securely mounted within the first and second rotation slots 103 and 203, they are less susceptible to external interference and damage during use. This robustness is crucial for ensuring the stability and reliability of the driver box over long-term use. Furthermore, the design of the first and second rotation slots 103 and 203 also simplifies the installation process. The user only needs to accurately insert the rotating part 302 into the corresponding rotating groove and then gently rotate it to achieve a tight connection between the two. This installation method is not only convenient and fast, but also greatly reduces the error rate during the installation process.

[0041] Preferably, the first housing 1 is provided with a first stopper 104 that cooperates with the rotating portion 302 to limit its position, and the second housing 2 is provided with a second stopper 204 that cooperates with the rotating portion 302 to limit its position. The first stopper 104 and the second stopper 204 are designed to ensure that the rotating portion 302 is securely locked when rotated to a specific position, thereby preventing it from rotating or shaking when not in operation. This limiting function is crucial for maintaining the overall stability of the driver box and preventing electrical connection problems caused by accidental rotation. During lamp operation, the driver components may generate certain vibrations or impacts. The stopper design effectively absorbs these vibrations and impacts, thereby protecting the rotating portion 302 and the entire driver box from damage.

[0042] It is worth mentioning that the first box body 1 includes a first bottom shell 101 and a first cover plate 102. The first cover plate 102 is snap-fitted to the first bottom shell 101, forming a first accommodation space for installing the drive element between the first cover plate 102 and the first bottom shell 101; the second box body 2 includes a second bottom shell 201 and a second cover plate 202. The second cover plate 202 is snap-fitted to the second bottom shell 201, forming a second accommodation space for installing the drive element between the second cover plate 202 and the second bottom shell 201. The first bottom shell 101 and the second bottom shell 201 serve as the main body 301 of the box body, respectively providing a solid foundation for supporting and protecting the internal drive elements. These bottom shells are usually made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials to ensure stable performance during long-term use. The first cover plate 102 and the second cover plate 202 serve as the enclosed part of the box body and are tightly connected to the corresponding bottom shell by snap-fitting. This snap-fit ​​design not only ensures the sealing and waterproofness of the box body, but also makes the installation and removal process more convenient and quick. The user can easily access the internal driver components by simply pressing or prying up the cover. A first receiving space for the driver components is formed between the first cover 102 and the first bottom case 101, and a second receiving space is formed between the second cover 202 and the second bottom case 201, respectively. The design of these receiving spaces fully considers the size and shape of the driver components to ensure they can be securely installed in the case while maintaining good heat dissipation.

[0043] This split design also simplifies maintenance and replacement of drive components. When a drive component needs repair or replacement, users simply pry up the corresponding cover to easily access and remove the component. This design not only improves maintenance efficiency but also reduces maintenance costs.

[0044] In the description herein, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and other positions or relationships are used solely for ease of description and simplified operation, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used solely for descriptive purposes and have no special meaning.

[0045] Throughout this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment" or "example" indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in conjunction with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0046] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described in terms of implementation methods, not every implementation method contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative method of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0047] The technical principles of the present application have been described above in conjunction with specific embodiments. These descriptions are intended solely to explain the principles of the present application and are not to be construed in any way as limiting the scope of protection of the present application. Based on the explanations herein, those skilled in the art will be able to devise other specific implementations of the present application without inventive effort, and such implementations will fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A lamp driver box, characterized in that: include: A first box body (1), a second box body (2) and a hinge (3), wherein the first box body (1) and the second box body (2) are hingedly connected via the hinge (3) so that the second box body (2) can be flipped relative to the first box body (1) between 0 and 180 degrees, the first box body (1) and the second box body (2) are respectively used for installing driving elements, the hinge (3) is provided with a wire groove (303), and the wire groove (303) can be used for passing a wire to connect the driving elements respectively located in the first box body (1) and the second box body (2).

2. The lamp driver box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hinge (3) comprises a main body (301) and rotating parts (302) symmetrically arranged on both sides of the main body (301), and the two rotating parts (302) are respectively rotatably connected to the first box body (1) and the second box body (2).

3. The lamp driving box according to claim 2, characterized in that: Each rotating portion (302) has two end surfaces. The wire groove (303) is opened in the rotating portion (302) and passes through the two end surfaces. The interior of the main body (301) is at least partially hollow to connect the two wire grooves (303).

4. The lamp driving box according to claim 3, characterized in that: The end surfaces of the two rotating parts (302) located on the same side are respectively an inlet for the wire to pass through and an outlet for the wire to pass through.

5. The lamp driving box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotating portion (302) is cylindrical.

6. The lamp driving box according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first box body (1) is provided with a first rotating groove (103) for rotating in cooperation with one of the rotating parts (302), and the second box body (2) is provided with a second rotating groove (203) for rotating in cooperation with the other rotating part (302).

7. The lamp driving box according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first limiting member (104) is provided in the first box body (1) and cooperates with the rotating part (302) to limit the position.

8. The lamp driving box according to claim 2, characterized in that: A second limiting member (204) is provided in the second box body (2) and cooperates with the rotating part (302) to limit the position.

9. The lamp driver box according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The first box body (1) comprises a first bottom shell (101) and a first cover plate (102); the first cover plate (102) is snap-connected to the first bottom shell (101); a first accommodating space for installing a driving element is formed between the first cover plate (102) and the first bottom shell (101).

10. The lamp driving box according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The second box body (2) comprises a second bottom shell (201) and a second cover plate (202); the second cover plate (202) is snap-connected to the second bottom shell (201); a second accommodating space for installing a driving element is formed between the second cover plate (202) and the second bottom shell (201).

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