LED lamp convenient to install

By designing an installation mechanism that utilizes the combination of clamping tubes and clamping plates, a single person can quickly install and wire the lights, solving the problem that existing LED lighting installations require two people to work together, thus improving efficiency and aesthetics.

CN224094374UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-07杭州中昱建设有限公司
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-16
Publication Date
2026-04-07

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Technical Problem

The installation of existing large LED light fixtures requires two people to work together, which can easily lead to improper coordination causing the light fixture to fall. In addition, the installation process is cumbersome and inefficient.

Method used

Design an installation mechanism including a connecting pipe, a locking pipe, a locking plate, and a lubrication component. The locking pipe and the locking plate work together to fix and connect the light fixture to the roof, simplifying the installation process.

Benefits of technology

One person can complete the installation and wiring of the lights, which improves installation efficiency, ensures the stability and aesthetics of the lights, and reduces installation difficulty and time.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an LED lamp convenient to install, which relates to the technical field of lamp installation and comprises a lamp body, and an installation mechanism is installed on the upper surface of the lamp body. According to the utility model, the clamping pipe and the clamping plate are designed, so that one person can independently complete the installation and wiring work of the lamp, the situation that two persons are needed to cooperate in the past is avoided, namely, one person lifts the lamp body and the other person performs wiring, but now, the installation can be easily completed by one person, the installation efficiency is improved, and the installation cost is reduced. Meanwhile, a certain distance is reserved between the wiring pipe and the top of the lamp body, enough space is provided for wiring operation, and an installation worker can conveniently connect a wire extending out of the top of the lamp body with a wire in the wiring pipe without worrying about the influence of the weight of the lamp body on hand operation. A worker manually pulls the pull ring and the pull rope to drive the clamping plate to be separated from the limiting groove, and the whole disassembling process is simple and rapid.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of lighting installation technology, specifically to an LED lighting fixture that is easy to install. Background Technology

[0002] LED lighting fixtures refer to LED light sources, components for fixing and protecting LED light sources, and wiring accessories required for power connection. LED lighting fixtures have advantages such as energy saving, compact size, clear illumination, and long lifespan, and are gradually replacing incandescent lamps, becoming the mainstream product in the new generation of lighting market.

[0003] For the installation of some larger LED light fixtures, one person needs to hold the fixture body while another person is responsible for wiring. This may lead to improper coordination and the fixture falling. In addition, this installation process is relatively cumbersome, which reduces the overall installation efficiency. Therefore, this utility model designs an easy-to-install LED light fixture to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: an easy-to-install LED lamp, including a lamp body, and an installation mechanism is installed on the upper surface of the lamp body; the lamp body is fixed and connected to the roof of the house through the installation mechanism.

[0005] The installation mechanism includes a connecting conduit, with a mounting bracket installed on its outer surface. A limiting groove is formed on the inner surface of the mounting bracket, and a locking tube is slidably connected to its inner surface. Ventilation holes are formed on both sides of the outer surface of the locking tube. A locking component is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the locking tube, and a lubrication component is installed on the inner wall of the locking tube. A disassembly component is installed on the side of the locking tube away from the connecting conduit. The interior of the connecting conduit is used to install electrical wires extending from the roof, which are connected to the electrical wires of the light fixture body. The ventilation holes allow for some airflow inside the locking tube. The locking component secures the light fixture body, and the disassembly component facilitates replacement if the light fixture body is damaged.

[0006] Furthermore, the bottom of the locking tube is installed on the top of the lamp body, and the disassembly component is located above the lamp body.

[0007] Furthermore, the engaging component includes a fixed shaft, with an engaging plate rotatably connected to the outer surface of the fixed shaft. A spring band is installed on the surface of the engaging plate near the center of the inner wall of the engaging tube. A branch rope is fixedly connected to the side of the engaging plate near the spring band, and a pull rope is installed at the bottom end of the branch rope. The engaging plate can slide along the inner wall of the limiting groove by a certain arc. The spring band functions similarly to a spring, possessing both elasticity and reset functions. The branch ropes are symmetrically arranged and can branch off to both sides along the inner wall of the engaging tube. The pull rope can slide along the inner surface of the engaging tube.

[0008] Furthermore, both ends of the fixed shaft are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the locking tube, the end of the spring band away from the locking plate is installed on the inner wall of the locking tube, and the outer surfaces of the branch rope and the pull rope are slidably connected to the inner surface of the locking tube.

[0009] Furthermore, the lubrication component includes an oil drain groove, a piston slidably connected to the inner wall of the oil drain groove, an oil-blocking rod slidably connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the oil drain groove, a fixed plate installed at the top of the oil-blocking rod, a movable rod installed on the upper surface of the fixed plate, a telescopic rod fixedly connected to the top of the movable rod, and a pressure sensor installed at the top of the telescopic rod. The interior of the fixed groove is used to hold a certain amount of lubricating oil. The inner wall of the retaining tube, located below the movable rod, has multiple small oil outlet holes. These holes are blocked by the oil-blocking rod. A portion of the lower surface of the movable rod extends into the lubricating oil, and the sliding surfaces of the movable rod and the inner wall of the retaining tube fit together tightly, preventing lubricating oil leakage.

[0010] Furthermore, the oil drain groove is formed on the inner wall of the locking tube, the outer surface of the moving rod is slidably connected to the inner surface of the locking tube, and the telescopic rod and the pressure sensor are both installed on the inner wall of the locking tube.

[0011] Furthermore, the disassembly component includes a fixing tube, the inner surface of which is slidably connected to a limiting plate, and a pull ring is installed on the side of the limiting plate away from the engaging tube. The limiting plate restricts the movement path of the pull ring.

[0012] Furthermore, the side of the fixing tube away from the pull ring is installed on the outer surface of the engaging tube, and the inner surface of the fixing tube is slidably connected to the outer surface of the pull rope.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] 1. This utility model, through the design of the locking tube and locking plate, allows one person to independently complete the installation and wiring of the lamp, avoiding the previous situation that might have required two people to work together—one person holding up the lamp body while the other connects the wires. Now, one person can easily complete the task, improving installation efficiency. At the same time, the gap between the connecting tube and the top of the lamp body provides sufficient space for wiring operations. Installers can easily connect the wires extending from the top of the lamp body to the wires inside the connecting tube without worrying about the weight of the lamp body affecting hand operation.

[0015] 2. This utility model, through the cooperation of the locking tube and the locking plate, only requires moving the lamp body and the locking tube upwards so that the locking tube is inserted into the mounting bracket opening. The locking plate automatically engages with the limiting groove under the action of the spring band, thus completing the fixation. There is no need for complicated screw tightening operations, saving installation time. Moreover, this installation method reduces the installation difficulty, and ordinary users can easily complete the installation of the lamp, improving the convenience of installation.

[0016] 3. In this utility model, the locking plate is tightly fitted to the surface of the limiting groove under the elastic action of the spring band, forming a mechanical lock. This effectively prevents the lamp from loosening or falling off during use due to vibration, collision, or other reasons, ensuring the stability and safety of the lamp. At the same time, the locking tube and locking plate, along with other fixing components, are hidden inside the lamp body and mounting bracket, making the fixing devices invisible from the outside. This results in a simpler and more aesthetically pleasing overall appearance of the lamp, enhancing the decorative effect of the space.

[0017] 4. This utility model significantly reduces wear on the branch rope caused by friction at the bend by lubricating the contact area between the branch rope and the retaining tube. The lubricating oil forms a protective film, reducing the friction between the branch rope and the inner surface of the retaining tube at the bend, thereby extending the service life of the branch rope and further preventing the branch rope and retaining tube from jamming due to wear. This ensures that the branch rope can move smoothly when replacing lamps and avoids disassembly obstacles caused by jamming.

[0018] 5. This utility model allows workers to manually pull the pull ring and rope to disengage the locking plate from the limiting groove. The entire disassembly process is simple and quick. Just hold the lamp body with both hands and pull the pull ring to complete the disassembly, which reduces disassembly time and makes it more practical. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is the front view of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the installation mechanism of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the snap-fit ​​tube of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a utility model Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the lubrication component of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a utility model Figure 5 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a structural schematic diagram of the disassembly component of this utility model.

[0026] In the diagram: 1. Lamp body; 2. Mounting mechanism; 21. Connecting conduit; 22. Mounting bracket; 23. Limiting groove; 24. Engaging tube; 25. Ventilation hole; 26. Engaging component; 261. Fixed shaft; 262. Engaging plate; 263. Spring band; 264. Dividing rope; 265. Pull rope; 27. Lubrication component; 271. Oil drain groove; 272. Piston; 273. Oil plug; 274. Fixed plate; 275. Moving rod; 276. Telescopic rod; 277. Pressure sensor; 28. Disassembly component; 281. Fixed tube; 282. Limiting plate; 283. Pull ring. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The embodiments of the present invention are given for illustrative and descriptive purposes only, and are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the present invention to the disclosed forms. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The embodiments were chosen and described to better illustrate the principles and practical applications of the present invention, and to enable those skilled in the art to understand the present invention and design various embodiments with various modifications suitable for a particular purpose.

[0028] Example 1:

[0029] Please see Figure 1 - Figure 4 This utility model provides a technical solution: an easy-to-install LED lamp, including a lamp body 1, and an installation mechanism 2 installed on the upper surface of the lamp body 1; the lamp body 1 is fixed and connected to the roof of the house through the installation mechanism 2.

[0030] The mounting mechanism 2 includes a connecting pipe 21, a mounting bracket 22 mounted on the outer surface of the connecting pipe 21, a limiting groove 23 formed on the inner surface of the mounting bracket 22, a locking pipe 24 slidably connected to the inner surface of the mounting bracket 22, ventilation holes 25 formed on both sides of the outer surface of the locking pipe 24, a locking component 26 fixedly connected to the inner wall of the locking pipe 24, a lubrication component 27 installed on the inner wall of the locking pipe 24, and a disassembly component 28 installed on the side of the locking pipe 24 away from the connecting pipe 21. The interior of the connecting pipe 21 is used to install the electrical wires extending from the roof, which are connected to the electrical wires of the lamp body 1. The ventilation holes 25 are designed to allow a certain degree of airflow inside the locking pipe 24. The locking component 26 is used to fix the lamp body 1. The disassembly component 28 facilitates replacement of the lamp body 1 if it is damaged.

[0031] The bottom of the locking tube 24 is installed on the top of the lamp body 1, and the disassembly part 28 is located above the lamp body 1.

[0032] The engaging component 26 includes a fixed shaft 261, with an engaging plate 262 rotatably connected to the outer surface of the fixed shaft 261. A spring band 263 is installed on the surface of the engaging plate 262 near the center of the inner wall of the engaging tube 24. A branch rope 264 is fixedly connected to one side of the engaging plate 262 near the spring band 263, and a pull rope 265 is installed at the bottom end of the branch rope 264. The engaging plate 262 can slide along the inner wall of the limiting groove 23 by a certain arc. The spring band 263 has the same function as a spring, both having elasticity and reset functions. The branch ropes 264 are symmetrically arranged and can branch off to both sides along the inner wall of the engaging tube 24. The pull rope 265 can slide along the inner surface of the engaging tube 24.

[0033] Both ends of the fixed shaft 261 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the engaging tube 24. The end of the spring band 263 away from the engaging plate 262 is installed on the inner wall of the engaging tube 24. The outer surfaces of the branch rope 264 and the pull rope 265 are slidably connected to the inner surface of the engaging tube 24.

[0034] First, the mounting bracket 22 is installed on the top of the house and is fixed to the wall through two screw holes on the upper surface. The inside of the conduit 21 is used to hold the wires that pass through the inside of the wall.

[0035] When installing LED lights, move the light fixture body 1 and the engaging tubes 24 upwards, so that the two engaging tubes 24 on the upper surface of the light fixture body 1 penetrate into the openings on the surface of the mounting bracket 22. The inner wall of the openings on the surface of the mounting bracket 22 first slides into contact with the outer surface of the engaging tubes 24, and then continues to contact the engaging plate 262. Push the outwardly expanding engaging plate 262 into the inner wall of the engaging tubes 24. During the process of pushing the engaging plate 262, it will squeeze the spring band 263 on one side until the outer surface of the engaging plate 262 slides into contact with the outer wall of the engaging tubes 24. When the plate 262 moves from the opening on the surface of the mounting bracket 22 to the position of the limiting groove 23, the side of the locking plate 262 away from the spring band 263 is no longer blocked by the inner wall of the mounting bracket 22. Therefore, under the elasticity of the spring band 263, the locking plate 262 rotates along the outer surface of the fixed shaft 261 towards the side of the limiting groove 23 until the outer surface of the locking plate 262 finally adheres to the surface of the limiting groove 23 during rotation and is locked in place. That is, the spring band 263 pushes the locking plate 262 to fit tightly against the surface of the limiting groove 23 to achieve fixation.

[0036] Once the locking plates 262 on both sides of the inner wall of the locking tube 24 are locked by the limiting grooves 23, it means that the limiting grooves 23 have fixed the locking tube 24, the disassembly component 28, and the bottom lamp body 1. At this time, the lamp body 1 is hung at the bottom of the mounting bracket 22 due to the locking tube 24, realizing the installation of the lamp body 1. The installation and fixing are simple and quick. At the same time, there is a certain distance between the connecting tube 21 and the top of the lamp body 1, which helps the installer to connect the wires extending from the top of the lamp body 1 to the wires extending from the inside of the connecting tube 21 from the ceiling. This eliminates the need for one person to hold the lamp body 1 with one hand while another person manually performs the wiring operation. The purpose of designing the locking tube 24 and locking plates 262 in this device is to facilitate the installation and wiring of the lamp body 1 by one person.

[0037] Example 2:

[0038] Please see Figure 1 - Figure 7This utility model provides a technical solution: Based on Embodiment 1, the lubrication component 27 includes an oil drain trough 271. A piston 272 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the oil drain trough 271. An oil-blocking rod 273 is slidably connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the oil drain trough 271. A fixing plate 274 is installed at the top of the oil-blocking rod 273. A moving rod 275 is installed on the upper surface of the fixing plate 274. A telescopic rod 276 is fixedly connected to the top of the moving rod 275. A pressure sensor 277 is installed at the top of the telescopic rod 276. The interior of the oil drain trough 271 is used to hold a certain amount of lubricating oil. The inner wall of the retaining tube 24, located below the moving rod 275, has multiple small oil outlet holes. The oil-blocking rod 273 blocks these oil outlet holes. A portion of the lower surface of the moving rod 275 extends into the lubricating oil. Simultaneously, the sliding surfaces of the moving rod 275 and the inner wall of the retaining tube 24 fit tightly together, preventing lubricating oil leakage.

[0039] An oil drain trough 271 is formed on the inner wall of the locking tube 24. The outer surface of the moving rod 275 is slidably connected to the inner surface of the locking tube 24. The telescopic rod 276 and the pressure sensor 277 are both installed on the inner wall of the locking tube 24.

[0040] The disassembly component 28 includes a fixing tube 281, with a limiting plate 282 slidably connected to the inner surface of the fixing tube 281. A pull ring 283 is installed on the side of the limiting plate 282 away from the engaging tube 24. The limiting plate 282 can restrict the movement path of the pull ring 283.

[0041] The side of the fixing tube 281 away from the pull ring 283 is installed on the outer surface of the locking tube 24, and the inner surface of the fixing tube 281 is slidably connected to the outer surface of the pull rope 265.

[0042] When the lamp body 1 is installed on the surface of the mounting bracket 22 for a long time, if the lamp body 1 is damaged and needs to be replaced, the staff can touch the pressure sensor 277 set on the top of the locking tube 24 in advance. When the pressure sensor 277 senses pressure, it will transmit a signal to the external controller, and the controller will send a signal to control the retraction of the telescopic rod 276 again. After the telescopic rod 276 retracts, it will drive the moving rod 275, the fixing plate 274, and the oil-blocking rod 273 to move upward until the oil-blocking rod 273 is pulled out from the inner wall of the oil drain trough 271. Then the lubricating oil stored in the oil drain trough 271 enters and flows down to the outer surface of the branch rope 264 through the small hole opened at the bottom of the inner wall of the oil drain trough 271, and slides along the upper surface of the branch rope 264 to both sides, which can lubricate the part of the branch rope 264 that contacts the bend of the locking tube 24. When there is no lubricating oil inside the drain trough 271, pull the piston 272 upward from the inner wall of the drain trough 271 and refill the drain trough 271 with oil. The branch rope 264 has a symmetrical forked structure, and the pull rope 265 is the main control rope.

[0043] Before replacing the lamp body 1, lubricate the contact area between the branch rope 264 and the bend of the locking tube 24. Then, the operator holds the bottom of the lamp body 1 with both hands, extending one finger from each side into the pull ring 283. Pulling the pull ring 283 away from the fixing tube 281 causes the pull ring 283 and the limiting plate 282 to slide further away. During this sliding, the pull rope 265 is further pulled. As the pull rope 265 slides along the inner wall of the locking tube 24, it tightens the branch rope 264, causing the branch rope 264 to move closer to the pull rope 261. Slide on one side of 5, that is, pull the locking plate 262 along the outer surface of the fixed shaft 261 again towards the side closer to the spring band 263 by the branch rope 264, and squeeze the spring band 263 in the process. During the rotation, the locking plate 262 will penetrate into the inner wall of the locking tube 24 and then disengage from the inner surface of the limiting groove 23. At this time, the opening on the surface of the mounting bracket 22 and the limiting groove 23 will not restrict the movement of the locking tube 24. At this time, the staff only needs to move the lamp body 1 downward and take it out from the inside of the mounting bracket 22, which can be quickly disassembled.

[0044] Working principle:

[0045] First, by using the locking tube 24 and the locking plate 262 together, the lamp body 1 and the locking tube 24 are simply moved upwards so that the locking tube 24 is inserted into the hole of the mounting bracket 22. The locking plate 262 is automatically locked into the limiting groove 23 under the action of the spring band 263, thus completing the fixation. There is no need for complicated screw tightening operations, which saves installation time. Moreover, this installation method reduces the installation difficulty, and ordinary users can easily complete the installation of the lamp, improving the convenience of installation.

[0046] The locking plate 262, under the elastic action of the spring band 263, tightly adheres to the surface of the limiting groove 23, forming a mechanical lock. This effectively prevents the lamp from loosening or falling off during use due to vibration, collision, or other reasons, ensuring the stability and safety of the lamp. Meanwhile, the locking tube 24 and locking plate 262, along with other fixing components, are concealed inside the lamp body 1 and mounting bracket 22, making the fixing devices invisible from the outside. This results in a simpler and more aesthetically pleasing overall appearance of the lamp, enhancing the decorative effect of the space.

[0047] The design of the locking tube 24 and locking plate 262 allows one person to independently complete the installation and wiring of the lamp, avoiding the previous situation that might have required two people to work together, one person holding up the lamp body 1 and the other person wiring. Now, one person can easily complete the task, improving installation efficiency. At the same time, the gap between the connecting tube 21 and the top of the lamp body 1 provides sufficient space for wiring operations. Installers can easily connect the wires extending from the top of the lamp body 1 to the wires inside the connecting tube 21 without worrying about the weight of the lamp body 1 affecting hand operation.

[0048] Secondly, by lubricating the contact area between the branch rope 264 and the bend of the locking tube 24, the wear of the branch rope 264 caused by friction at the bend can be significantly reduced. The lubricating oil can form a protective film, reducing the friction between the branch rope 264 and the inner surface of the locking tube 24 at the bend, thereby extending the service life of the branch rope 264 and further preventing the branch rope 264 and the locking tube 24 from getting stuck due to wear. This ensures that the branch rope 264 can move smoothly when replacing the lamp and avoids disassembly obstacles caused by jamming.

[0049] Finally, the staff manually pulls the pull ring 283 and the pull rope 265 to disengage the locking plate 262 from the limiting groove 23. The entire disassembly process is simple and quick. The lamp body 1 can be disassembled by simply holding it up with both hands and pulling the pull ring 283, which reduces disassembly time and makes it more practical.

[0050] Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art and related fields based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort should fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Structures, devices, and operating methods not specifically described and explained in this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, shall be implemented according to conventional means in the art.

Claims

1. An easy-to-install LED lamp, comprising a lamp body (1), characterized in that: The upper surface of the lamp body (1) is equipped with a mounting mechanism (2); The installation mechanism (2) includes a connecting pipe (21), an installation bracket (22) is installed on the outer surface of the connecting pipe (21), a limiting groove (23) is opened on the inner surface of the installation bracket (22), a locking pipe (24) is slidably connected to the inner surface of the installation bracket (22), ventilation holes (25) are opened on both sides of the outer surface of the locking pipe (24), a locking component (26) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the locking pipe (24), a lubrication component (27) is installed on the inner wall of the locking pipe (24), and a disassembly component (28) is installed on the side of the locking pipe (24) away from the connecting pipe (21).

2. The easy-to-install LED lamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the locking tube (24) is installed on the top of the lamp body (1), and the disassembly component (28) is located above the lamp body (1).

3. The easy-to-install LED lamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The engaging component (26) includes a fixed shaft (261), and an engaging plate (262) is rotatably connected to the outer surface of the fixed shaft (261). A spring band (263) is installed on the surface of the engaging plate (262) near the center of the inner wall of the engaging tube (24). A branch rope (264) is fixedly connected to the side of the engaging plate (262) near the spring band (263), and a pull rope (265) is installed at the bottom end of the branch rope (264).

4. The easy-to-install LED lamp according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both ends of the fixed shaft (261) are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the locking tube (24). The end of the spring band (263) away from the locking plate (262) is installed on the inner wall of the locking tube (24). The outer surfaces of the branch rope (264) and the pull rope (265) are slidably connected to the inner surface of the locking tube (24).

5. The easy-to-install LED lamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lubrication component (27) includes an oil drain groove (271), a piston (272) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the oil drain groove (271), an oil blocking rod (273) is slidably connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the oil drain groove (271), a fixing plate (274) is installed at the top of the oil blocking rod (273), a moving rod (275) is installed on the upper surface of the fixing plate (274), a telescopic rod (276) is fixedly connected to the top of the moving rod (275), and a pressure sensor (277) is installed at the top of the telescopic rod (276).

6. The LED lamp fixture that is easy to install according to claim 5, characterized in that: The oil drain groove (271) is opened on the inner wall of the locking tube (24), the outer surface of the moving rod (275) is slidably connected to the inner surface of the locking tube (24), and the telescopic rod (276) and the pressure sensor (277) are both installed on the inner wall of the locking tube (24).

7. The easy-to-install LED lamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The disassembly component (28) includes a fixing tube (281), the inner surface of which is slidably connected to a limiting plate (282), and a pull ring (283) is installed on the side of the limiting plate (282) away from the engaging tube (24).

8. The easy-to-install LED lamp according to claim 7, characterized in that: The fixing tube (281) is mounted on the outer surface of the locking tube (24) on the side away from the pull ring (283), and the inner surface of the fixing tube (281) is slidably connected to the outer surface of the pull rope (265).