Track module and track system

Abstract

The utility model provides a track module and a track system, the track module comprises at least two track sections and at least one electric connector group, each track section comprises an electric power guide rail, and the electric power guide rail is provided with a plurality of electric conductors extending along the lengthwise direction of the electric power guide rail; the electric connector group comprises two connectors respectively corresponding to the two electric power guide rails; wherein the two connectors comprise a first connector which is pivoted to one track section by taking the lengthwise direction as an axis and a second connector which is mounted to the adjacent track section. The first connectors are configured to be in butt joint with the second connectors on the adjacent track sections in the lengthwise direction in the state that the first connectors are rotated to be electrically connected with the electric conductors in the corresponding electric power guide rails, so that the two adjacent track sections are mechanically and electrically connected. Compared with the prior art, mechanical and electrical connection between the two adjacent track sections can be achieved through butt joint of the two connectors, operation is easy, and mounting or dismounting of the track module is convenient.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to a kind of track module and track system, belong to lighting technical field. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the field of lighting, track lamp is widely used in business, home and industry and other multiple scenes due to its flexible installation mode and efficient lighting effect. Most of the track modules on the market are connected by mechanical connecting plates, and the electrical connection between adjacent track segments is realized through electrical connectors to meet the needs of different space layouts and sizes.

[0003] However, the existing track lamp system shows obvious deficiencies in installation safety, system maintenance and track segment replacement. First, during installation, the correct docking and electrical connection of the electrical connector need to be ensured during mechanical docking, which increases the complexity of installation and improves the professional requirements for the installer, which may affect the safety of installation. Secondly, for the existing track lamp system using mechanical and electrical power supply scheme, the electrical connector is frequently docked and separated during track pre-installation, which may cause damage to the terminals of the electrical connector, affecting normal use and increasing maintenance costs.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a track module and a track system to solve the above problems. SUMMARY

[0005] The utility model aims at providing a kind of track module, which can realize the electrical connection between adjacent two track segments through two connectors, not only stable connection, and facilitate the installation or disassembly of track module.

[0006] To achieve the above purpose, the utility model provides a kind of track module, comprising:

[0007] At least two track segments, each track segment includes power rail, and the power rail is provided with a plurality of electrical conductors extending along its longitudinal direction;

[0008] At least one electrical connector group, the electrical connector group includes two connectors corresponding to two power rails respectively;

[0009] Wherein, two connectors include first connector pivoted to one of the track segments in longitudinal direction and second connector mounted to adjacent track segment, first connector is configured to be able to dock with second connector on adjacent track segment along longitudinal direction in the state of being rotated to be electrically connected with electrical conductor in corresponding power rail, so that adjacent two track segments are mechanically and electrically connected.

[0010] As a further improvement of the utility model, the first connector is provided with a first electric connection part electrically connected with the electric conductor in the corresponding electric power rail, and the second connector is provided with a second electric connection part electrically connected with the electric conductor in the corresponding electric power rail, and the first electric connection part and the second electric connection part are configured to be electrically conductive.

[0011] As a further improvement of the utility model, the first connector is further provided with a plug-in part extending towards the second connector along the longitudinal direction, the plug-in part and the first electric connection part are electrically conductive, and the second connector is provided with a butt joint part matched with the plug-in part, and the butt joint part and the second electric connection part are electrically conductive.

[0012] As a further improvement of the utility model, the first connector includes a first connecting seat and a plurality of first connecting pieces accommodated in the first connecting seat, two ends of the first connecting piece are exposed to two adjacent sides of the first connecting seat respectively, and the two ends respectively form the plug-in part and the first electric connection part.

[0013] As a further improvement of the utility model, one side of the first connecting seat facing the electric power rail is provided with a plurality of first plug-in boards arranged at intervals, the first connecting piece is arranged in close contact with the corresponding first plug-in board, and the first electric connection part is configured to be inserted into the corresponding electric power rail to be in electrical contact with the electric conductor.

[0014] As a further improvement of the utility model, the track module further includes at least one connecting terminal matched with the first connector, the connecting terminal is placed in electrical contact with the electric conductor in the corresponding electric power rail, and the first electric connection part is configured to be in electrical contact with the connecting terminal.

[0015] As a further improvement of the utility model, the second connector includes a second connecting seat and a plurality of second connecting pieces accommodated in the second connecting seat, two ends of the second connecting piece are exposed to two adjacent sides of the second connecting seat respectively, and the two ends respectively form the butt joint part and the second electric connection part.

[0016] As a further improvement of the utility model, the second connecting seat is provided with a plurality of second plug-in boards placed in the corresponding electric power rail, the second connecting piece is arranged in close contact with the corresponding second plug-in board, and the second electric connection part is jointly formed by the second plug-in board and the end of the second connecting piece.

[0017] As a further improvement of the utility model, the first connector is provided with a pivot part and a holding part arranged opposite to the pivot part, and the first connector is pivotable relative to the corresponding track segment by means of the pivot part and the holding part.

[0018] Another purpose of the utility model is to provide a track system with the track module.

[0019] To achieve the above purpose, the utility model provides a track system, which comprises:

[0020] The track module;

[0021] The load device is assembled to the track segment and is electrically connected with the electric conductor.

[0022] The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments.

[0024] Figure 2 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Figure 1

[0025] Figure 3 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Figure 1

[0026] Figure 4 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Figure 1

[0027] Figure 5 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Figure 1

[0028] Figure 6 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Figure 1

[0029] Figure 7 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Figure 6

[0030] Figure 8 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Figure 6

[0031] Figure 9 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments.

[0032] Figure 10 Figure 9 The utility model discloses a track module, which is characterized in that the first connector in the two connectors is arranged to be pivotally connected to one of the track segments in the longitudinal direction, and the second connector is installed to the adjacent track segment, so that the first connector can be electrically connected with the electric conductor of the corresponding electric power rail in the state of being rotated, and then the first connector can be docked with the second connector on the adjacent track segment in the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments.

[0033] Figure 11 Figure 9 ​​​​​​​​​Assembly view of the electrical connector set and the connection terminal.

[0034] Figure 12 is Figure 9 Assembly view of the first connector and the connection terminal.

[0035] Figure 13 is Figure 9 Schematic view of the first connector in the assembled state.

[0036] Figure 14 is Figure 13 Exploded view of the first connector.

[0037] Figure 15 is Figure 9 Schematic view of the connection terminal in the assembled state.

[0038] Figure 16 is Figure 15 Exploded view of the connection terminal.

[0039] Figure 17 is Figure 1 and Figure 9 Schematic view of the second connector in the assembled state.

[0040] Figure 18 is Figure 17 Exploded view of the second connector.

[0041] Figure 19 is Figure 17 Schematic view of the internal structure of the second connector.

[0042] Figure 20 is Figure 1 Schematic view of the first connector in the disconnected position.

[0043] Figure 21 is Figure 9 Schematic view of the first connector in the connected position. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0045] 100 - track module

[0046] 10 - track section; 11 - mechanical guide rail; 111 - bottom wall; 112 - side wall; 113 - assembly slot; 114 - abutment protrusion; 115 - clamping slot; 12 - power guide rail; 121 - carrier; 122 - profile; 1221 - recess; 123 - electrical conductor; 124 - abutment portion; 125 - boss

[0047] 20 - electric connector set; 21 - first connector; 211 - first connecting piece; 2121 - first electric connecting part; 2122 - plug-in part; 213 - first connecting seat; 2131 - first through hole; 2132 - first opening; 214 - first cover plate; 2141 - support plate; 215 - first accommodating space; 216 - fixing frame; 217 - first plug-in plate; 2171 - first accommodating groove; 218 - pivoting part; 219 - holding part; 22 - second connector; 221 - second connecting piece; 2221 - second electric connecting part; 2222 - counter plug-in part; 223 - second connecting seat; 2231 - first partition plate; 2232 - second through hole; 2233 - second opening; 224 - second cover plate; 225 - second accommodating space; 226 - spacing frame; 2261 - second partition plate; 227 - second plug-in plate; 2271 - second accommodating groove;

[0048] 30 - connecting plate; 31 - bottom plate; 32 - side plate; 321 - matching part; 33 - abutting recess;

[0049] 40 - connecting terminal; 41 - intermediate piece; 42 - terminal seat; 421 - plug-in plate; 422 - accommodating groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0050] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the utility model more clear, the utility model is described in detail below by combining with the drawings and specific embodiments.

[0051] Please refer to Figures 1-21 As shown in the figure, the utility model discloses a track system, including track module 100 and the load device (not shown) assembled in track module 100. Load device includes but is not limited to lamps, sensors, power supplies and the like. Track module 100 includes at least two track sections 10 and at least one electric connector set 20. Electric connector set 20 can realize the electrical connection between the two adjacent track sections 10, and then make the load device assembled in the track section 10 electrified. Users can set multiple track sections 10 according to demand, and splice multiple track sections 10 through electric connector set 20, so that the layout of the track system can be reasonably planned according to the size of space. And, the splicing shape of multiple track sections 10 can be flexibly designed according to the installation environment. For example, linear, rectangular, square and the like.

[0052] Each track section 10 comprises a mechanical rail 11 and a power rail 12 located in the mechanical rail 11. Each mechanical rail 11 is provided with an assembly groove 113 for mounting the power rail 12. The load device is mounted on the mechanical rail 11 and electrically connected with the power rail 12. Since the power rail 12 is arranged in the mechanical rail 11, the length direction, width direction and height direction of the two are the same. For the convenience of description, the longitudinal direction of the mechanical rail 11 is defined as the first direction, the height direction is the second direction. The width direction is the third direction. The first direction, the second direction and the third direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0053] As shown in Figure 2 The mechanical rail 11 is used to be mounted on the wall or ceiling of the building, and is generally made of metal. The mechanical rail 11 comprises a bottom wall 111 and two side walls 112 arranged on both sides of the bottom wall 111 along the length direction. The assembly groove 113 is formed between the bottom wall 111 and the side wall 112. In this embodiment, the assembly groove 113 is approximately U-shaped. In this way, the track as a whole is strip-shaped, which is more convenient to hold and install. The assembly groove 113 has a mounting opening facing downward. The power rail 12 is preferably slidably mounted into the assembly groove 113 of the mechanical rail 11 from one end of the mounting opening. Further, the two side walls 112 of the mechanical rail 11 are protruded to form abutting protrusions 114 in the assembly groove 113 at the end close to the bottom wall 111. The abutting protrusions 114 are used to fixedly connect the power rail 12, so that the power rail 12 can be mounted into the assembly groove 113 of the mechanical rail 11 without tools.

[0054] As shown in Figure 3 The power rail 12 comprises a carrier 121 having a first bottom surface and a second bottom surface. The first bottom surface and the second bottom surface are oppositely arranged, and the first bottom surface is arranged towards the bottom wall 111, and the second bottom surface is arranged away from the mechanical rail 11 and towards the mounting opening. The carrier 121 is provided with abutting portions 124 for clamping the abutting protrusions 114 of the mechanical rail 11, so as to fix the power rail 12 into the assembly groove 113 of the mechanical rail 11. When the two abutting portions 124 are lapped onto the two abutting protrusions 114, the boss 125 protruded on the first bottom surface abuts against the bottom wall 111, so as to mount the power rail 12 onto the mechanical rail 11 in a tool-free manner. In other embodiments, the power rail 12 can also be mounted onto the mechanical rail 11 in other ways. For example, screws or welding, etc. The present application does not limit this.

[0055] As shown in Figure 3As shown, a plurality of profiles 122 and a plurality of electrical conductors 123 are arranged on the second bottom surface of the carrier 121. Specifically, the plurality of profiles 122 are arranged on the second bottom surface and extend away from the first bottom surface. The carrier 121 and the profiles 122 are made of insulating material, for example, plastic. The electrical conductors 123 are made of conductive metal material, for example, copper or copper alloy. In the present embodiment, the carrier 121, the profiles 122 and the electrical conductors 123 extend in the first direction. The carrier 121, the profiles 122 and the electrical conductors 123 are integrally injection molded or extruded. In this way, the process is reduced and the cost is lowered.

[0056] In the present embodiment, the power rail 12 is arranged in a comb shape as a whole. The profiles 122 are arranged at intervals in the third direction. In the third direction, a gap is formed between two adjacent profiles 122. The side surface of each profile 122 facing the gap is provided with a groove 1221 for accommodating an electrical conductor 123. A plurality of electrical conductors 123 are arranged in the corresponding grooves 1221, respectively, to take electricity from the side surface of the gap. Each profile 122 is provided with at least one groove 1221. The groove 1221 is configured on the side surface of each profile 122. The groove 1221 communicates with the gap. The grooves 1221 on two adjacent profiles 122 facing the same gap are offset from each other. The electrical conductors 123 are accommodated in the grooves 1221 and are exposed to at least the gap to realize electrical connection with the electrical connector set 20 or the load device.

[0057] In the present embodiment, each profile 122 is provided with two grooves 1221 having opposite opening directions and height differences. That is, the two grooves 1221 having opposite opening directions are offset from each other in the second direction. One of the two grooves 1221 opens toward the gap, and the other groove 1221 opens away from the gap. The two grooves 1221 on two adjacent profiles 122 at the same distance from the carrier 121 have the same opening direction. The electrical conductors 123 are arranged in the grooves 1221. Therefore, the connecting lines between the electrical conductors 123 at the same distance from the carrier 121 are straight lines, which can avoid the occurrence of circuit confusion. In the present embodiment, the plurality of electrical conductors 123 are arranged in two rows. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the plurality of electrical conductors 123 can be arranged in a single row or multiple rows according to specific needs, and each profile 122 is provided with a single or multiple grooves 1221 communicating with the gap for mounting the electrical conductors 123, which is not limited in this regard.

[0058] As shown in FIG. 1, the power rail 12 is arranged in a comb shape as a whole. The profiles 122 are arranged at intervals in the third direction. In the third direction, a gap is formed between two adjacent profiles 122. The side surface of each profile 122 facing the gap is provided with a groove 1221 for accommodating an electrical conductor 123. A plurality of electrical conductors 123 are arranged in the corresponding grooves 1221, respectively, to take electricity from the side surface of the gap. Each profile 122 is provided with at least one groove 1221. The groove 1221 is configured on the side surface of each profile 122. The groove 1221 communicates with the gap. The grooves 1221 on two adjacent profiles 122 facing the same gap are offset from each other. The electrical conductors 123 are accommodated in the grooves 1221 and are exposed to at least the gap to realize electrical connection with the electrical connector set 20 or the load device. Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, each of the electric connector groups 20 comprises two connectors in mating connection, including a first connector 21 and a second connector 22. The first connector 21 and the second connector 22 correspond to two adjacent track segments 10 respectively. Specifically, the first connector 21 is pivotally connected to the corresponding track segment 10 in the longitudinal direction. That is, the first connector 21 is pivotable relative to the corresponding track segment 10 in the longitudinal direction, so that the first connector 21 can be turned to be placed into the corresponding power rail 12 to be electrically connected with the electric conductor 123, realizing the electrical connection between the first connector 21 and the corresponding track segment 10. The second connector 22 is installed on the other adjacent track segment 10, and can be placed into the corresponding power rail 12 to be electrically connected with the electric conductor 123, realizing the electrical connection between the second connector 22 and the corresponding track segment 10. Moreover, the first connector 21 can be abutted with the second connector 22 on the adjacent track segment 10 in the longitudinal direction when it is turned to be electrically connected with the electric conductor 123 of the corresponding power rail 12, realizing the mechanical and electrical connection between the two adjacent track segments 10. By arranging the first connector 21 pivotable in the first direction and the second connector 22 fixedly installed, the electrical connection and disconnection between the track segments 10 can be quickly realized, improving the installation and dismounting efficiency of the track module 100.

[0059] As shown in Figure 1 and Figure 4 In the embodiment, the track module 100 further comprises a connecting plate 30 connecting the two adjacent track segments 10. The connecting plate 30 is protrudingly arranged at one end of one of the track segments 10. The first connector 21 is installed at one end of the connecting plate 30. The first connector 21 can be turned relative to the connecting plate 30 in the first direction to be placed into the power rail 12 of the corresponding track segment 10 to be electrically connected with the electric conductor 123. The connecting plate 30 is located between the mechanical rail 11 and the power rail 12, and the power rail 12 extends to the connecting plate 30. The first connector 21 and the corresponding power rail 12 are protrudingly arranged in the corresponding mechanical rail 11 through the connecting plate 30. The second connector 22 is recessively arranged in the corresponding mechanical rail 11 to reserve a space for the connecting plate 30 to be inserted. Preferably, the end of the connecting plate 30 close to the second connector 22 also reserves a space for the corresponding power rail 12 to extend into. Then, the two adjacent track segments 10 can be inserted into place in the first direction through the connecting plate 30 inserted into the adjacent mechanical rails 11. At this time, the second connector 22 and the first connector 21 are synchronously abutted into place, realizing the mechanical and electrical connection between the two track segments 10. In the embodiment, the connecting plate 30 has the same shape as the mechanical rail 11, and can be inserted into the mechanical rail 11 from the longitudinal direction of the mechanical rail 11, thereby realizing the mechanical connection between the two track segments 10.

[0060] Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the first connector 21 can also be directly pivotably mounted at one end of the mechanical guide rail 11 of one of the track sections 10, which is capable of being inserted into the mechanical guide rail 11 of the adjacent track section 10, thereby achieving the mechanical connection and electrical connection of the two track sections 10.

[0061] As shown in Figure 4 The connecting plate 30 includes a bottom plate 31 and two side plates 32 arranged at both sides of the bottom plate 31. The bottom plate 31 abuts against the bottom wall 111 of the mechanical guide rail 11, and the end of the bottom plate 31 away from the first connector 21 is located on one side of the boss 125 on the first bottom surface of the carrier 121. The two side plates 32 are provided with abutting grooves 33 at the positions close to the abutting protrusions 114 of the mechanical guide rail 11, so as to match the side walls 112 of the mechanical guide rail 11. Preferably, the two side walls 112 of the mechanical guide rail 11 are bent to form clamping grooves 115 in the assembly grooves 113 at the ends away from the bottom wall 111. The end portions of the two side plates 32 are clamped in the clamping grooves 115 of the mechanical guide rail 11. By abutting the bottom plate 31 against the bottom wall 111 and abutting the end portions of the side plates 32 against the clamping grooves 115, the connecting plate 30 is limited and clamped with the mechanical guide rail 11 in the second direction.

[0062] As shown in Figures 6-8 The first connector 21 is provided with a first electrical connection part 2121 and a plug-in part 2122. The first electrical connection part 2121 is used to be inserted into the corresponding power rail 12 and electrically contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. The plug-in part 2122 extends along the longitudinal direction towards the second connector 22, and is used to be electrically connected with the second connector 22. The first connector 21 includes a plurality of first connecting pieces 211 adapted to the plurality of electrical conductors 123, a first connecting seat 213 for containing the first connecting pieces 211, and a first cover plate 214 connected with the first connecting seat 213. The first cover plate 214 is used to encapsulate the first connecting pieces 211 in the first connecting seat 213. The first connecting pieces 211 are arranged at intervals with each other, and the two end portions of the first connecting pieces 211 are respectively exposed to the adjacent two side surfaces of the first connecting seat 213, and respectively constitute the plug-in part 2122 and the first electrical connection part 2121. The plug-in part 2122 and the first electrical connection part 2121 are electrically conductive. Preferably, the first electrical connection part 2121 and the plug-in part 2122 are vertically arranged relative to each other.

[0063] Since the several electric conductors 123 in the power rail 12 are arranged in two rows, the plurality of first connecting pieces 211 in the first connector 21 are also arranged in two groups. The first connecting pieces 211 in adjacent two groups are arranged staggered in the first direction and the third direction, and the first electric connecting portions 2121 of the first connecting pieces 211 in adjacent two groups are arranged staggered in the second direction. In this way, the first electric connecting portions 2121 of the first connecting pieces 211 can be electrically connected with the corresponding electric conductors 123. The circuit can be prevented from being in disorder and short-circuiting. Of course, in other optional embodiments, when the power rail 12 is provided with only one row of electric conductors 123, the corresponding first connecting pieces 211 are arranged in only one group, and the first connecting pieces 211 in the single group are not arranged staggered.

[0064] Specifically, the first connector 21 is a pivotable connector. The first connector 21 is pivotally connected with the corresponding track segment 10, and has a connecting position and a disconnecting position for electrically connecting with the corresponding electric conductors 123 during the pivoting of the first connector 21, as shown in Figure 20 and Figure 21 Of course, in other optional embodiments, the first connector 21 can also be directly plugged and fixed on the power rail 12 of the track segment 10, and remains in the connecting position with the power rail 12, which is not limited herein.

[0065] As shown in Figure 21 , in the connecting position, the first electric connecting portions 2121 of the first connector 21 are electrically connected with the corresponding electric conductors 123, and the plug-in portions 2122 are towards the second connector 22, so as to facilitate the electrical connection while the mechanical connection of the adjacent two track segments 10 is achieved.

[0066] As shown in Figure 20 , in the disconnecting position, the plug-in portions of the first connector 21 are offset from the second connector 22, and the first electric connecting portions 2121 are electrically isolated from the corresponding electric conductors 123. At this time, the mechanical connection of the adjacent two track segments 10 is achieved, but the electrical connection between the adjacent two track segments 10 is not achieved, which avoids the electrical connection between the adjacent track segments 10 during the pre-installation, ensures the safety of the installation, and also facilitates the power-off. Moreover, it can avoid the damage of the connectors themselves caused by the frequent connection and disconnection of the first connector 21 and the second connector 22, and reduce the subsequent maintenance cost.

[0067] Through the simplified connection step, the installation process is more intuitive and easy to operate, the demand for professional installers is reduced, and the installation time and cost are saved. The track module 100 of the utility model, only need to pivot the first connector 21 to the connection position, and butt joint with the second connector 22, convenient and fast, save time and effort when installing. And, only in the connection position, the butt joint of the two adjacent track sections 10 can realize the electrical connection, increase the safety during installation and maintenance, reduce the risk of electric shock. When the track module 100 needs to be maintained or upgraded, the first connector 21 and the second connector 22 are separated (electrically isolated), and the first connector 21 is pivoted to the disconnected position, not only can realize power-off, the two adjacent track sections 10 are also separated synchronously, which is convenient for replacing the load equipment and overall maintenance of the track.

[0068] Specifically, the first electric connection part 2121 of the first connecting piece 211 is arranged along the second direction, and the plug-in part 2122 is arranged along the first direction. In the embodiment, the first cover plate 214 and the first connecting seat 213 of the first connector 21 are arranged along the second direction, that is, the first connecting seat 213 is arranged towards the power rail 12, and the first cover plate 214 is arranged away from the power rail 12. The first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214 are both insulating materials, and a first receiving space 215 for partially receiving the first connecting piece 211 is formed between the first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214. Optionally, the first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214 can be detachably connected. Of course, in other embodiments, the first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214 can also be integrally formed.

[0069] A plurality of fixing frames 216 for fixing the first connecting piece 211 are arranged in the first receiving space 215. In the embodiment, two groups of first connecting pieces 211 are partially received in the first receiving space 215 along the first direction and are clamped and fixed to the fixing frames 216. The fixing frames 216 are correspondingly provided in two groups, and the two groups of fixing frames 216 are arranged in a staggered manner in the first direction, and the plurality of fixing frames 216 in the same group are arranged in a staggered manner in the third direction. The first cover plate 214 on one side of the first receiving space 215 is provided with a support plate 2141 extending towards the first receiving space 215. The support plate 2141 can be used to support one group of the two groups of first connecting pieces 211, and the other group of the two groups of first connecting pieces 211 directly contacts the first cover plate 214. So that the first electric connection part 2121 of the two groups of first connecting pieces 211 is preferably arranged in a staggered manner in the first direction and the second direction, and the plug-in part 2122 is preferably arranged in a flush manner in the first direction and a staggered manner in the second direction.

[0070] The first connector 213 has multiple first through-holes 2131 on the side opposite to the first cover plate 214 for the first electrical connection portions 2121 of the two sets of first connectors 211 to extend out, so that each first connector 211 makes electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. The first connector 213 has multiple first openings 2132 on the side facing the second connector 22 for the insertion portions 2122 of the two sets of first connectors 211 to extend out, so as to insert and cooperate with the second connector 22.

[0071] The first connector 213 has a plurality of spaced first insert plates 217 on the side facing the power rail 12. The first insert plates 217 extend in a second direction so that they can rotate to fit into the gap between adjacent profiles 122 of the power rail 12, thereby connecting the first connector 21 to the corresponding rail segment 10. A first through-hole 2131 is located near the side of the first insert plate 217, and the first insert plate 217 has a first receiving groove 2171 communicating with the first through-hole 2131. The first receiving groove 2171 is used to receive the first electrical connection portion 2121 of the first connector 211. The first connector 211 is partially fitted to the corresponding first insert plate 217. The first electrical connection portion 2121 is configured to follow the first insert plate 217 into the corresponding power rail 12 and make electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123.

[0072] The first electrical connection portion 2121 extends into the first receiving groove 2171 and partially protrudes from the first receiving groove 2171 so that when the first insert plate 217 is inserted into the corresponding power rail 12, the portion of the first electrical connection portion 2121 protruding from the receiving groove 2171 can make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. Preferably, the first electrical connection portion 2121 can also be considered as being jointly formed by the ends of the first insert plate 217 and the first connector 211. In the third direction, the first electrical connection portions 2121 of different groups of first connectors 211 are staggered on the same first insert plate 217 and located on opposite sides of the first insert plate 217.

[0073] In another embodiment of this utility model, the track module 100 further includes at least one connection terminal 40 adapted to the first connector 21. For example... Figures 9-16As shown, the connection terminal 40 is arranged to be in electrical contact with the power rail 12 and the electrical conductor 123, and the first electrical connection portion 2121 is arranged to be in electrical contact with the connection terminal 40. That is, the first connector 21 is connected to the connection terminal 40 through the first electrical connection portion 2121, and is indirectly electrically connected to the electrical conductor 123 in the corresponding power rail 12. Specifically, the connection terminal 40 includes intermediate pieces 41 adapted to the first connecting piece 211 and the electrical conductor 123, and a terminal seat 42 for accommodating the intermediate pieces 41. One end of the intermediate piece 41 is in electrical contact with the first electrical connection portion 2121, and the other end is in electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123. The intermediate pieces 41 are arranged along the second direction and are partially exposed at opposite ends of the terminal seat 42, respectively. The intermediate pieces 41 are correspondingly arranged in two groups, and the intermediate pieces 41 in different groups are arranged at intervals from each other. The intermediate pieces 41 in different groups are arranged at intervals in the first direction, and the ends of the intermediate pieces 41 in different groups in electrical contact with the first electrical connection portion 2121 are arranged in alignment in the second direction, and the first electrical connection portion 2121 is also arranged in alignment in the second direction. The other ends of the intermediate pieces 41 in different groups in electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123 are arranged at intervals in the second direction. In this way, it can be ensured that the first connector 21 is correctly electrically connected to the corresponding electrical conductor 123 through the connection terminal 40, and the stability of the circuit connection is ensured.

[0074] The first electrical connection portion 2121 can be a pin extending from the first connecting seat 213, and the terminal seat 42 of the connection terminal 40 is correspondingly provided with an accommodation groove 422 for the pin to be inserted to be in electrical contact with the corresponding intermediate piece 41. Alternatively, the intermediate pieces 41 of the connection terminal 40 can be provided with pins extending from the terminal seat 42, and the first connecting seat 213 of the first connector 21 is correspondingly provided with an accommodation groove (not shown) for the pin to be inserted to be in contact with the corresponding first connecting piece 211, and no limitation is made in this regard. The connection terminal 40 is inserted and fixed on the power rail 12 of the corresponding rail segment 10. The side of the terminal seat 42 facing the power rail 12 is provided with a plurality of insertion plates 421 arranged at intervals, as shown in Figure 15 and Figure 16 On the contrary, the side of the first connecting seat 213 facing the power rail 12 is not provided with the first insertion plate 217, as shown in Figure 13 and Figure 14 The other structures of the first connector 21 are substantially unchanged, and the insertion plates 421 are substantially the same as the first insertion plate 217 described above, and no further description is made herein. The intermediate pieces 41 are partially attached to the corresponding insertion plates 421 and are inserted into the corresponding power rail 12 along with the insertion plates 421 to be in electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123.

[0075] As shown in Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the first connector 21 is provided with a pivot portion 218 and a grip portion 219 disposed opposite to the pivot portion 218. The pivot portion 218 can be rotated along a rotation axis parallel to the first direction. For example, this rotation axis can be as follows: Figure 6 The line connecting the two pivot portions 218 is shown. In this embodiment, the first connector 21 is pivotally connected to the connecting plate 30 via the pivot portion 218, allowing the first connector 21 to rotate relative to the connecting plate 30 along the rotation axis, thereby quickly switching between a connected position and a disconnected position. The grip portion 219 is configured to be rotatable relative to the pivot portion 218 about the rotation axis via a drive. The first connector 21 is rotatably connected to the connecting plate 30 by means of the pivot portion 218 and the grip portion 219 to facilitate switching of the first connector 21 between the connected position and the disconnected position. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the pivot portion 218 may also rotate along other feasible rotation axes, and there is no limitation thereto.

[0076] Specifically, the pivot portion 218 is located on the side of the first connecting seat 213 and extends toward the side plate 32 of the connecting plate 30. The first connecting seat 213 can pivot relative to the corresponding track segment 10 by means of the pivot portion 218. Figure 7 As shown, the pivot portion 218 includes two lugs protruding from the first connecting seat 213. The lugs extend toward one side plate 32 of the connecting plate 30 and have rotating holes. A mating portion 321 is provided on one side plate 32 of the connecting plate 30 corresponding to the position of the pivot portion 218. The mating portion 321 includes two protruding posts extending in a first direction. The two protruding posts are respectively inserted into the rotating holes of the two lugs, thereby enabling the pivot portion 218 to be pivotally connected to the connecting plate 30. It should be noted that the pivot portion 218 can also be pivotally connected to the mating portion 321 of the connecting plate 30 in other ways, such as via a rotating shaft. This invention does not limit this aspect.

[0077] The grip portion 219 is located on one end of the first cover plate 214 in a third direction away from the pivot portion 218. The grip portion 219 is used to move along a second direction (e.g., ...). Figure 20 The first connector 21 is rotated counterclockwise by the gripping part 219 to the connection position, thereby establishing an electrical connection between the two power rails 12. Conversely, the first connector 21 is rotated counterclockwise by the gripping part 219 in the opposite direction to the second direction (e.g., ...). Figure 21 The middle grip 219 flips the first connector 21 in a clockwise direction, changing the first connector 21 from the connected position to the disconnected position, thereby realizing the rapid power disconnection between the two power rails 12.

[0078] like Figures 17-19As shown, the second connector 22 has a second electrical connection portion 2221 and a mating portion 2222. The second electrical connection portion 2221 is used for electrical connection with the electrical conductor 123 within the corresponding power rail 12, and the mating portion 2222 faces the first connector 21 for mating with the insertion portion 2122. The second connector 22 includes a plurality of second connecting members 221 that mate with a plurality of electrical conductors 123, a second connecting seat 223 for accommodating the second connecting members 221, and a second cover plate 224 that mates with the second connecting seat 223. The second cover plate 224 encapsulates the second connecting members 221 within the second connecting seat 223. The second connecting members 221 are spaced apart from each other, with two ends of each second connecting member 221 exposed on adjacent sides of the second connecting seat 223, forming the mating portion 2222 and the second electrical connection portion 2221, respectively. The mating portion 2222 and the second electrical connection portion 2221 are electrically connected. The first electrical connection part 2121 and the second electrical connection part 2221 can be electrically connected through the insertion part and the docking part.

[0079] Preferably, the second electrical connection portion 2221 and the mating portion 2222 are arranged perpendicularly to each other. Since the electrical conductors 123 in the power rail 12 are arranged in two rows, the multiple second connectors 221 in the second connector 22 are also correspondingly arranged in two groups. The second connectors 221 in adjacent groups are staggered in the first direction, and the second electrical connection portions 2221 in adjacent groups are staggered in the second direction. This arrangement ensures that the second electrical connection portions 2221 of the second connectors 221 can make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductors 123, preventing circuit misalignment and short circuits. Of course, in other optional embodiments, when the power rail 12 only has a single row of electrical conductors 123, only one group of second connectors 221 is provided, and the problem of staggered arrangement of multiple second connectors 221 in a single group does not exist.

[0080] like Figure 18 As shown, the second connector 22 is inserted and fixed onto the power rail 12 of the adjacent track segment 10. The second electrical connection portion 2221 of the second connector 22 is arranged along a second direction, and the mating portion 2222 is arranged along a first direction. In this embodiment, the second cover plate 224 and the second connecting seat 223 of the second connector 22 are arranged along the second direction, that is, the second connecting seat 223 is arranged facing the power rail 12, while the second cover plate 224 is arranged away from the power rail 12. The second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224 are both made of insulating material, and a second receiving space 225 for partially accommodating the second connector 221 is formed between the second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224. Optionally, the second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224 are detachably connected. Of course, in other embodiments, the second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224 can also be integrally formed.

[0081] The second receiving space 225 is provided with a spacer 226 for mounting the two groups of second connectors 221. In the embodiment, the two groups of second connectors 221 are mounted on the spacer 226 along the first direction and partially received in the second receiving space 225. Alternatively, the second connector seat 223 and the spacer 226 can be detachably connected. Of course, in other embodiments, the second connector seat 223 and the spacer 226 can be integrally formed. One group of the two groups of second connectors 221 is surrounded by the other group, so that the two groups of second connectors 221 are staggered along the first direction and the second direction. The second electrical connecting portions 2221 of the two groups of second connectors 221 are preferably staggered along the first direction and the second direction, and the abutting portions 2222 are preferably flush along the first direction and staggered along the second direction. The second connectors 221 are spaced apart from each other. The spacer 226 is provided with a second partition plate 2261 for spacing the group of second connectors 221 surrounded by the other group, and the group of second connectors 221 is in contact with the second cover plate 224. The second connector seat 223 is provided with a first partition plate 2231 for spacing the other group of second connectors 221. The two groups of second connectors 221 are mounted on both sides of the spacer 226 and are spaced apart.

[0082] The side of the second connector seat 223 away from the second cover plate 224 is provided with a plurality of second through holes 2232 for the second electrical connecting portions 2221 of each second connector 221 to extend out, as shown in FIG. 6, so as to be in electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. The second connector seat 223 is provided with a plurality of second openings 2233 along the longitudinal direction towards the first connector 21 for exposing the abutting portions 2222 of the two groups of second connectors 221, so that the abutting portions 2222 are plug-in matched with the plug-in portions 2122. Figure 19

[0083] ​The second connector 223 has multiple spaced second insert plates 227 on the side facing the power rail 12. The second insert plates 227 extend along a second direction to facilitate insertion into the power rail 12. The gaps between the insert plates 227 and the profiles 122 allow for mechanical connection with the power rail 12, ensuring a fixed connection between the second connector 22 and the corresponding track segment 10 before insertion into the first connector 21. A second through-hole 2232 is located near the second insert plate 227, and the second insert plate 227 has a second receiving groove 2271 communicating with the second through-hole 2232. The second receiving groove 2271 accommodates the second electrical connection portion 2221 of the second connector 221. The second connector 221 partially conforms to the corresponding second insert plate 227. The second electrical connection portion 2221 is configured to follow the second insert plate 227 into the corresponding power rail 12 and make electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123. The second electrical connection portion 2221 extends into the second receiving groove 2271 and partially protrudes from the second receiving groove 2271, enabling it to make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123 when the second insert plate 227 is inserted into the corresponding power rail 12. Preferably, the second electrical connection portion 2221 can also be considered as being jointly formed by the ends of the second insert plate 227 and the second connector 221. In a third direction, the second electrical connection portions 2221 of different groups of second connectors 221 are staggered on the same second insert plate 227 and located on opposite sides of the second insert plate 227.

[0084] like Figures 6-19 As shown, the electrical connection between two adjacent track segments 10 is achieved through the mating portion 2222 and the insertion portion 2122. In this embodiment, the insertion portion 2122 is a contact terminal extending from the first connecting seat 213 of the first connector 21, and the mating portion 2222 is a slot provided in the second connecting seat 223 of the second connector 22, through which the contact terminal is inserted. Specifically, the first opening 2132 is formed on the side of the first connecting seat 213 facing the second connector 22 along the longitudinal direction, and the insertion portion 2122 of the first connector 21 extends out to correspond to the first opening 2132. The insertion portion is exposed and serves as a contact terminal for mating with the second connector 22. The second opening 2233 is formed on the side of the second connecting seat 223 facing the first connector 21 along the longitudinal direction, and the mating portion 2222 of the second connector 22 is received within the second opening 2233, forming a slot for the insertion portion 2122 to be inserted. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the mating portion 2222 and the insertion portion 2122 can also be configured to have a patch-like contact. In this case, the insertion portion 2122 can be provided with a bent electrical connection end (not shown). The bending center of the electrical connection end can make close contact with the mating portion 2222 when the insertion portion 2122 extends into the second opening 2233, thereby improving the stability of the electrical connection.

[0085] In some embodiments, the connecting portion 2222 is a contact terminal extending from the second connecting seat 223 of the second connector 22, and the inserting portion 2122 is a slot provided in the first connecting seat 213 of the first connector 21, and the contact terminal is inserted from the slot. Specifically, the second opening 2233 is formed on the side of the second connecting seat 223 along the longitudinal direction and facing the first connector 21, and the connecting portion 2222 of the second connector 22 extends out of the second opening 2233. The connecting portion 2222 is exposed and is a contact terminal for plug-in cooperation with the first connector 21. The first opening 2132 is formed on the side of the first connecting seat 213 along the longitudinal direction and facing the second connector 22, and the inserting portion 2122 of the first connector 21 is accommodated in the first opening 2132, and the inserting portion 2122 is formed as a slot for the connecting portion 2222 to be inserted. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the connecting portion 2222 and the inserting portion 2122 can also be provided in a patch type contact. At this time, the connecting portion 2222 can be provided with an electrically connected end (not shown) arranged in a curved manner. The center of curvature of the electrically connected end can be in close contact with the inserting portion 2122 when the connecting portion 2222 extends into the first opening 2133, thereby improving the stability of the electrical connection.

[0086] In summary, the track module 100 of the utility model sets the first connector 21 in the two connectors to be pivotable relative to one of the track segments 10 along the longitudinal direction, and installs the second connector 22 to the adjacent track segment 10, so that the first connector 21 can be in the state of being rotated to be electrically connected with the corresponding power rail 12 and the electric conductor 123, and can be connected with the second connector 22 on the adjacent track segment 10 along the longitudinal direction, so as to mechanically and electrically connect the adjacent two track segments 10. In this way, the mechanical and electrical connection between the adjacent two track segments 10 can be realized by the connection of the two connectors, which is simple to operate and facilitates the installation and disassembly of the track module 100.

[0087] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the utility model and not to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that the technical solutions of the utility model can be modified or replaced equivalently without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the utility model.

Claims

1. A track module, characterized in that, include: At least two track segments (10), each track segment (10) includes an electric rail (12) having a plurality of electric conductors (123) extending along its longitudinal direction. At least one electrical connector group (20), the electrical connector group (20) comprising two connectors corresponding to the two power rails (12) respectively; At least one connection terminal (40) is placed in electrical contact with the corresponding power rail (12) and the electrical conductor (123); The two connectors include a first connector (21) pivotally connected to one of the track segments (10) along the longitudinal direction and a second connector (22) mounted to an adjacent track segment (10). The first connector (21) is configured to be able to dock with the second connector (22) on the adjacent track segment (10) along the longitudinal direction when rotated to be electrically connected to the connection terminal (40) to be electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123) in the corresponding power rail (12), so that the two adjacent track segments (10) are mechanically and electrically connected.

2. The track module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connector (21) is provided with a first electrical connection portion (2121) electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123) in the corresponding power rail (12), and the second connector (22) is provided with a second electrical connection portion (2221) electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123) in the corresponding power rail (12). The first electrical connection portion (2121) and the second electrical connection portion (2221) are configured to be electrically conductive.

3. The track module according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first connector (21) is further provided with a plug portion (2122) extending toward the second connector (22) along the longitudinal direction, the plug portion (2122) and the first electrical connection portion (2121) being electrically connected; the second connector (22) is provided with a mating portion (2222) adapted to the plug portion (2122), the mating portion (2222) and the second electrical connection portion (2221) being electrically connected.

4. The track module according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first connector (21) includes a first connector (213) and a plurality of first connectors (211) housed in the first connector (213). The two ends of the first connectors (211) are respectively exposed on two adjacent sides of the first connector (213) and respectively constitute the plug-in portion (2122) and the first electrical connection portion (2121).

5. The track module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The connection terminal (40) is adapted to the first connector (21), and the first electrical connection portion (2121) is configured to make electrical contact with the connection terminal (40).

6. The track module according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second connector (22) includes a second connector (223) and a plurality of second connectors (221) housed within the second connector (223). The two ends of the second connectors (221) are exposed on two adjacent sides of the second connector (223) and respectively constitute the mating portion (2222) and the second electrical connection portion (2221).

7. The track module according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second connector (223) is provided with a plurality of second insert plates (227) placed in the corresponding power rail (12), and the second connector (221) is attached to the corresponding second insert plate (227). The second electrical connection part (2221) is formed by the ends of the second insert plate (227) and the second connector (221).

8. The track module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connector (21) is provided with a pivot portion (218) and a grip portion (219) disposed opposite to the pivot portion (218). The first connector (21) is pivotable relative to the corresponding track segment (10) by means of the pivot portion (218) and the grip portion (219).

9. A track system, characterized in that, include: The track module as described in any one of claims 1-8; The load device is mounted on the track section (10) and electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123).

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