Track lamp clamping structure
The combination of connecting base, sliding key and press-type locking structure solves the problem of track lights coming loose on the track, achieving stable installation and convenient operation.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520370357.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-04
AI Technical Summary
Existing track lights are prone to detaching from the track, and the existing locking structure is not convenient for installation and removal.
It adopts a combination structure of connecting seat, sliding key and press-type latch. The sliding key slides on the connecting seat to limit the swing of the latch and achieve stable latch engagement.
It achieves stable installation of track lights, has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and ensures the installation stability of the connector during use.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to track lights, and in particular to a track light snap-fit structure. Background Technology
[0002] Track lights are used in conjunction with light tracks, and existing track lights are generally fixed to the track using a snap-fit method. However, because some track lights are heavy, there is a high risk that they may loosen from the track. Some existing track lights use other locking mechanisms, such as screws, to further secure the track lights to the track, which makes installation and removal inconvenient. Therefore, the stability of the snap-fit structure for track lights needs to be improved. Utility Model Content
[0003] This utility model aims to at least partially solve one of the aforementioned technical problems in related technologies. To this end, this utility model proposes a track light snap-fit structure.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:
[0005] The track light latching structure according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention includes:
[0006] A connector is provided with a buckle that allows it to swing elastically inward and outward;
[0007] A sliding key is mounted on the connector, and the sliding key is capable of sliding relative to the connector between a first position that restricts the buckle from swinging inward toward the connector and a second position that moves away from the buckle.
[0008] A push-button latch is mounted on the connector and is configured to clamp or release the slide key when pressed by the slide key.
[0009] The track light snap-fit structure according to the embodiments of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: the overall structure is simple, the operation is convenient, and the installation stability of the connector can be guaranteed during use.
[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the interior of the connecting seat forms an installation cavity, the buckle is formed in the shape of a spring sheet on the side wall of the installation cavity, the buckle is provided with a locking protrusion, and the sliding key slides in the installation cavity; when the sliding key slides to the first position, the sliding key and the buckle are aligned with the side facing the installation cavity, and the locking protrusion protrudes from the outer wall of the connecting seat.
[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the push-button lock includes a spring-loaded body and two clamping parts. The slide key is provided with a first protrusion. When the slide key slides, the first protrusion can press the spring-loaded body. After the spring-loaded body is pressed, it controls the two clamping parts to open and close relative to clamp or release the first protrusion.
[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the connector is provided with a socket, the inner wall of the socket is provided with a limiting platform, the slide key is provided with a second protrusion, the slide key is slidably connected in the socket, the limiting platform is located on the moving path of the second protrusion from the first position to the second position, and when the slide key moves to the second position, the second protrusion abuts against the limiting platform.
[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the socket has a first sidewall and a second sidewall opposite to each other, the limiting platform is disposed on the first sidewall, the slide key is slidably connected between the first sidewall and the second sidewall, the slide key includes a first arm and a second arm disposed at intervals, a second protrusion is disposed on the first arm, a third protrusion is provided on the second arm, and the third protrusion abuts against the second sidewall.
[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the slide key is in the first position, the slide key restricts the buckle from swinging inward toward the connecting seat via the first arm.
[0015] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the connecting seat is equipped with two slide keys and two push-type latches, the slide keys and the push-type latches are paired one-to-one, and the front and rear side walls of the connecting seat at the location of each slide key are provided with corresponding latches.
[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a lamp assembly is also included, which is installed at the bottom of the connector and the lamp assembly is positioned between the two push-button latches.
[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a conductive terminal is installed on the connector, and the conductive terminal and the buckle are located on the same side of the connector.
[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a magnetic suction element is installed on the top of the connecting seat.
[0019] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0020] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the utility model in use when assembled onto a light track;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the inside of the connector with the slide key in the second position;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the inside of the connector with the slide key in the first position;
[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the slide key structure;
[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a push-button latch.
[0027] Reference numerals: Connector 100; Buckle 110; Snap-on 111; Mounting cavity 120; Insert 130; Limiting platform 131; First side wall 132; Second side wall 133; Slide key 200; First protrusion 210; Second protrusion 220; First arm 230; Second arm 240; Third protrusion 241; Press-type lock 300; Spring-loaded body 310; Clamping part 320; Lamp assembly 400; Conductive terminal 500; Magnetic suction element 600; Lamp track 700; Slot 710. Detailed Implementation
[0028] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0029] This utility model relates to a track light snap-fit structure, including a connecting seat 100, a sliding key 200, and a push-button lock 300.
[0030] like Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, the connecting seat 100 can be box-shaped, and a latch 110 is provided on the connecting seat 100. The latch 110 can elastically swing on the connecting seat 100, and the swing direction can be swinging outward from the connecting seat 100 or swinging inward from the connecting seat 100. Specifically, the latch 110 can be integrally formed on the connecting seat 100. The latch 110 is in the shape of a spring piece, and a U-shaped gap is formed between the periphery of the latch 110 and the side wall of the connecting seat 100. The latch 110 can elastically swing to a certain extent through the connection point with the connecting seat 100. The slide key 200 is slidably mounted on the connecting seat 100. The slide key 200 has a first position and a second position when sliding on the connecting seat 100. A push-type latch 300 is mounted on the connecting seat 100, and the push-type latch 300 switches states by pressing. When the slide key 200 slides on the connecting seat 100, the slide key 200 can move towards or away from the push-button latch 300, and the slide key 200 can move to abut against the push-button latch 300 and press the push-button latch 300. Specifically, initially, as... Figure 3 As shown, the slide key 200 moves away from and disengages from the push-button latch 300, at which point the slide key 200 is in the second position. At this time, the slide key 200 is away from the latch 110, which can swing inwards towards the connecting seat 100. When the slide key 200 moves from the second position to the first position, the slide key 200 abuts against the push-button latch 300 and presses the push-button latch 300 once, as shown... Figure 4 As shown, when the push-button latch 300 is pressed, it switches to a state that clamps the slide key 200. At this time, the slide key 200 is opposite to the latch 110 in the first position, and the slide key 200 prevents the latch 110 from swinging inward toward the connecting seat 100, so that the latch 110 is kept in the position extending outward from the connecting seat 100. When it is necessary to release the restriction on the latch 110, first push the slide key 200 toward the push-button latch 300, and then press the push-button latch 300 again. At this time, the push-button latch 300 switches to the state of releasing the slide key 200. Then the slide key 200 can slide from the first position to the second position.
[0031] In actual use, such as Figure 2 As shown, the track light clip-on structure is used with the light track 700. Initially, as... Figure 3 As shown, the slide key 200 is initially positioned in the second position. The connecting seat 100 is inserted into the light track 700. During insertion, the latch 110 retracts into the connecting seat 100 under the pressure of the inner wall of the light track 700. This continues until the connecting seat 100 is inserted into the latch 110 and aligned with the slot 710 inside the light track 700. The latch 110 engages in the slot 710, as shown. Figure 4As shown, the slide key 200 is then pushed to switch to the first position. Under the clamping action of the push-button latch 300, the slide key 200 remains in the first position, thereby restricting the latch 110 from swinging inward toward the connecting seat 100, so that the latch 110 remains engaged in the slot 710, thereby stably installing the connecting seat 100 on the light track 700. The track light latching structure has a simple overall structure, is easy to operate, and can ensure the installation stability of the connecting seat 100 during use.
[0032] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the interior of the connector 100 is hollow, forming a mounting cavity 120. A snap fastener 110 is formed in the shape of a spring clip on the side wall of the mounting cavity 120. The periphery of the snap fastener 110 forms a U-shaped gap with the side wall of the mounting cavity 120. The side wall of the mounting cavity 120 is also the exterior of the connector 100. In the direction shown, the upper end of the snap fastener 110 connects to the side wall of the mounting cavity 120, and the snap fastener 110 swings relative to the connector 100 with its upper end as a fulcrum. A locking protrusion 111 is provided on the outer surface of the snap fastener 110. A sliding key 200 slides from bottom to top into the mounting cavity 120. The lower part of the sliding key 200 can protrude to the bottom of the connector 100. Without external force, the locking protrusion 111 on the snap fastener 110 protrudes beyond the outer wall of the connector 100. When the latch 110 is subjected to an external force from outside the connecting seat 100, the latch 110 swings towards the mounting cavity 120, and the latch protrusion 111 retracts towards the mounting cavity 120. When the slide key 200 slides to the first position, the slide key 200 and the latch 110 are aligned on the side facing the mounting cavity 120. When the external force pushes the latch protrusion 111 towards the mounting cavity 120, the latch 110 abuts against the slide key 200, and the slide key 200 prevents the latch 110 from swinging towards the mounting cavity 120. At this time, the latch protrusion 111 protrudes beyond the outer wall of the connecting seat 100.
[0033] In some specific embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the push-button latch 300 includes a spring-loaded body 310 and two clamping portions 320. A first protrusion 210 is provided on the slide key 200. The first protrusion 210 protrudes upward from the upper middle position of the slide key 200. The first protrusion 210 faces the spring-loaded body 310. When the spring-loaded body 310 is pressed by an external force, the two clamping portions 320 can be controlled to switch between closed and open states. The clamping portions 320 can be in a finger-clamping shape. When the slide key 200 slides from the second position to the first position, the first protrusion 210 can press the spring-loaded body 310. After the spring-loaded body 310 is pressed, the two clamping portions 320 are controlled to close relative to clamp the first protrusion. After pressing the spring-loaded body 310 again, the two clamping portions 320 open relative to each other, thereby releasing the first protrusion 210, and the slide key 200 can slide from the first position to the second position.
[0034] Based on the above embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the connector 100 has a socket 130. The socket 130 can be located at the bottom of the connector 100. A limiting platform 131 is provided on the inner wall of the socket 130, and a second protrusion 220 is provided on the slide key 200. The slide key 200 slides upwards into the socket 130. The limiting platform 131 is located on the movement path of the second protrusion 220 from the first position to the second position. When the slide key 200 moves to the second position, the second protrusion 220 abuts against the limiting platform 131. Through the cooperation of the limiting platform 131 and the second protrusion 220, the slide key 200 is prevented from continuing to move after moving from the first position to the second position and thus disengaging from the socket 130.
[0035] Furthermore, the socket 130 has opposing first sidewalls 132 and second sidewalls 133. As shown in the figure, the first sidewalls 132 and second sidewalls 133 are distributed left and right. A limiting platform 131 is disposed on the first sidewall 132. A slide key 200 slides between the first sidewall 132 and the second sidewall 133. The slide key 200 includes a first arm 230 and a second arm 240 spaced apart. The slide key 200 can be U-shaped overall. A second protrusion 220 is disposed on the first arm 230, and a third protrusion 241 is provided on the second arm 240. When the slide key 200 is installed into the socket 130, the third protrusion 241 abuts against the second sidewall 133, and the second protrusion 220 is located above the limiting platform 131. When the slide key 200 slides, the third protrusion 241 remains in contact with the second side wall 133. The interaction force between the third protrusion and the second side wall 133 can push the first arm 230 to the left against the first side wall 132, thereby increasing the clamping effect of the first side wall 132 and the second side wall 133 on the slide key 200 and further preventing the slide key 200 from coming out of the socket 130 during normal use.
[0036] Among them, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, when the slide key 200 is in the first position, the upper part of the first arm 230 is opposite to the inner side of the latch 110. The slide key 200 restricts the latch 110 from swinging inward toward the connecting seat 100 via the first arm 230. When the slide key 200 slides to the second position, the first arm 230 moves downward away from the latch 110, and the latch 110 can then move toward the mounting cavity 120.
[0037] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the connector 100 is equipped with two slide keys 200 and two push-button latches 300. The slide keys 200 and push-button latches 300 are paired one-to-one. Each slide key 200 has a corresponding latch 110 on its front and rear side walls. That is, one slide key 200, one push-button latch 300, and two latches 110 form a snap-fit combination, and the connector 100 has two such snap-fit combinations. These two snap-fit combinations ensure the stability of the connector 100 when installed on the light track 700. Even if one snap-fit combination fails, the other snap-fit combination still functions, preventing the connector 100 from suddenly falling off the light track 700.
[0038] Among them, such as Figure 1 As shown, it also includes a lamp assembly 400. The lamp assembly 400 is installed at the bottom of the connector 100. The lamp assembly 400 is installed between two push-button latches 300. That is, the lamp assembly 400 is located between two snap-fit combinations to ensure lateral force balance when the connector 100 is installed on the light rail 700.
[0039] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a conductive terminal 500 is mounted on the connector 100. The conductive terminal 500 and the latch 110 are located on the same side of the connector 100. That is, the connector 100 has latches 110 on its front and rear sides, and correspondingly, the connector 100 has conductive terminals 500 on its front and rear sides. After the connector 100 is installed on the lamp track 700, the conductive terminal 500 connects to the conductive strip in the lamp track 700 to achieve electrical conductivity. The conductive terminal 500 is then electrically connected to the lamp assembly 400 through a wire.
[0040] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG1, a magnetic attractor 600 is mounted on the top of the connector 100. The magnetic attractor 600 may be a magnet or a metal part that can be attracted by a magnet. The magnetic attractor 600 cooperates with the magnet or magnetically attractable metal in the light track 700 to attract each other.
[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
[0042] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0043] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0044] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0045] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "some specific embodiments" indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0046] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A track light clip-on structure, characterized in that, include: A connecting seat (100) is provided with a buckle (110) that can elastically swing to the inside and outside of the connecting seat (100); A slide key (200) is mounted on the connector (100), and the slide key (200) is slidable relative to the connector (100) between a first position that restricts the buckle (110) from swinging inward toward the connector (100) and a second position away from the buckle (110); A push-button latch (300) is mounted on the connector (100) and is configured to clamp or release the slide key (200) by being pressed by the slide key (200).
2. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The interior of the connecting seat (100) forms an installation cavity (120). The buckle (110) is formed in the shape of a spring on the side wall of the installation cavity (120). The buckle (110) is provided with a locking protrusion (111). The slide key (200) slides in the installation cavity (120). When the slide key (200) slides to the first position, the slide key (200) and the buckle (110) are aligned with the side of the installation cavity (120), and the locking protrusion (111) protrudes out of the outer wall of the connecting seat (100).
3. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The push-button latch (300) includes a spring-loaded body (310) and two clamping parts (320). The slide key (200) is provided with a first protrusion (210). When the slide key (200) slides, the first protrusion (210) can press the spring-loaded body (310). After the spring-loaded body (310) is pressed, it controls the two clamping parts (320) to open and close relative to clamp or release the first protrusion (210).
4. The track light snap-fit structure according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The connector (100) has a socket (130) and a limiting platform (131) on the inner wall of the socket (130). The slide key (200) has a second protrusion (220) and slides in the socket (130). The limiting platform (131) is located on the moving path of the second protrusion (220) from the first position to the second position. When the slide key (200) moves to the second position, the second protrusion (220) abuts against the limiting platform (131).
5. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The socket (130) has a first sidewall (132) and a second sidewall (133) opposite to each other. The limiting platform (131) is disposed on the first sidewall (132). The slide key (200) is slidably connected between the first sidewall (132) and the second sidewall (133). The slide key (200) includes a first arm (230) and a second arm (240) spaced apart. A second protrusion (220) is disposed on the first arm (230). A third protrusion (241) is provided on the second arm (240). The third protrusion (241) abuts against the second sidewall (133).
6. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the slide key (200) is in the first position, the slide key (200) restricts the buckle (110) from swinging inward toward the connecting seat (100) by the first arm (230).
7. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting seat (100) is equipped with two slide keys (200) and two push-type latches (300). The slide keys (200) and the push-type latches (300) are paired one-to-one. The front and rear side walls of the connecting seat (100) at the location of each slide key (200) are provided with corresponding latches (110).
8. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: It also includes a lamp assembly (400) mounted on the bottom of the connector (100) and positioned between the two push-button latches (300).
9. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 1 or 7, characterized in that: The connector (100) is equipped with a conductive terminal (500), and the conductive terminal (500) and the buckle (110) are located on the same side of the connector (100).
10. The track light snap-fit structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A magnetic chuck (600) is mounted on the top of the connector (100).