A lamp holder assembly with a new type of clamping slot

Abstract

The application provides a lamp cap assembly with a novel clamping groove, which comprises a pipe body and a driving plate. The pipe body is provided with a containing groove and a connecting interface communicating with the containing groove. The inner wall surface of the pipe body is provided with two clamping groove structures protruding from the containing groove. Each clamping groove structure is provided with an upper rib, a lower rib and a track between the upper rib and the lower rib. The track is formed by a narrow opening in the front section extending to a wide groove in the rear section. The driving plate is provided with two side protrusions. Each side protrusion can be slid from the narrow opening to the wide groove and fixed in the track. The lamp cap is provided with two clamping grooves in the inner side. The two clamping grooves are relatively narrow in the front section and relatively wide in the rear section, which facilitates the installation and removal of the driving plate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a lamp holder, and more particularly to a lamp holder assembly with a novel slot. Background Technology

[0002] In lighting equipment, the installation method of the lamp holder power supply slot has a crucial impact on the overall performance, safety, and lifespan of the luminaire. A typical straight tube lamp includes a lamp tube, a circuit board containing the light source inside the tube, and lamp holders at both ends of the tube. The lamp holders contain a power supply, and the light source and power supply are electrically connected via the circuit board. With continuous technological advancements, the requirements for luminaires are becoming increasingly stringent, demanding not only excellent lighting functionality but also compact structure, convenient installation, and reliable safety. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the above problems, one embodiment of the present invention provides a lamp holder assembly with a novel slot, comprising a tube body and a drive plate. The tube body has a receiving groove and a connecting interface communicating with the receiving groove. The inner wall of the tube body has slot structures protruding from the receiving groove on both sides. Each slot structure has an upper rib, a lower rib, and a track located between the upper and lower ribs. The track forms a narrow opening at the front and a wide groove at the rear. The drive plate has side protrusions on both sides, each side protrusion being slidably disposed from the narrow opening to the wide groove and fixed to the track.

[0004] Preferably, the slot structure includes upper locking blocks located on the upper rib, each upper locking block protruding from the inner side of each track, and a wide groove located between the upper locking block and the narrow opening.

[0005] Preferably, when the drive plate is inserted into the inner side of the track, each upper locking block abuts against the upper surface of each side protrusion, making the drive plate parallel to the track.

[0006] Preferably, the slot structure includes lower locking blocks located on the lower rib, each lower locking block protruding from each track and forming narrow openings with the upper rib, and each lower locking block abutting against the lower surface of each side protrusion to tilt the drive plate to the track.

[0007] Preferably, when the drive plate is tilted and inserted into the track, each upper rib located at each narrow opening abuts against the upper surface of each side protrusion.

[0008] Preferably, when the drive plate is inserted into the inner side of the track, each lower locking block abuts against the front end of each side protrusion.

[0009] Preferably, each slot structure includes a retaining wall located inside the track, and each retaining wall abuts against the rear end of each side protrusion.

[0010] Preferably, the upper and lower reinforcing bars of each slot structure are integrally formed and protrude from the inner wall of the tube to the receiving groove.

[0011] Preferably, the lamp holder assembly includes a knob, and the tube body has a hole that communicates with the receiving groove, the knob being slidably disposed in the hole.

[0012] Preferably, the toggle includes a connecting block extending into the receiving slot, and a switch handle on the drive plate is connected to the connecting block.

[0013] Some embodiments of this utility model feature a curved design with two slots on the inner side of the lamp holder, the two slots being narrower at the front and wider at the rear. The driver board can be inserted into the slots by adjusting the angle at which it is installed. When the driver board is inserted to the front, it is restrained by ribs to prevent it from wobbling up and down. Because installation and disassembly are convenient, maintenance and replacement of the driver board are easier, reducing maintenance costs and time. Furthermore, when the driver board is fully inserted, it is restrained by the rear retaining wall to prevent it from wobbling back and forth.

[0014] The following detailed description of the features and advantages of this utility model in the embodiments is sufficient to enable anyone skilled in the art to understand the technical content of this utility model and implement it accordingly. Furthermore, based on the content disclosed in this specification, the claims, and the drawings, anyone skilled in the art can easily understand the related objectives and advantages of this utility model. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the lamp holder assembly of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional exploded view of the lamp holder assembly of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a side view of the lamp head assembly of this utility model before assembly;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a front view schematic diagram of the lamp head assembly of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a front view schematic diagram of the lamp head assembly after assembly according to this utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the drive plate of this utility model being inserted into the track;

[0021] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the drive plate of this utility model after it is inserted into the track;

[0022] Figure 8 This is a side view of the assembled lamp holder assembly of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 9 This is a top view cross-sectional diagram of the lamp head assembly of this utility model.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0025] Lamp head assembly 100, tube body 1, receiving groove 10, interface 11, hole 12, protrusion hook 121, slot structure 13, upper rib 131, upper locking block 1311, bevel 1312, lower rib 132, lower locking block 1321, chamfer 1322, track 133, narrow opening 1331, wide groove 1332, retaining wall 14, drive plate 2, side protrusion 21, switch handle 22, toggle 5, hook 51, connecting block 52. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The advantages and features of this invention, as well as the methods of achieving it, will be more readily understood from a more detailed description with reference to exemplary embodiments and accompanying drawings. However, this invention may be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments provided will enable those skilled in the art to more thoroughly and completely convey the scope of this invention, which will be defined solely by the appended claims. In the figures, the dimensions and relative dimensions of components or parts are shown in an exaggerated manner for clarity. Throughout this specification, the same component symbols refer to the same components. As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed objects.

[0027] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) shall have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. It will be further understood that terms defined, for example, in commonly used dictionaries, shall be understood to have meanings consistent with those in the relevant field, and shall not be interpreted in an overly idealized or overly formal sense unless explicitly defined herein.

[0028] The following detailed description of exemplary embodiments, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, is provided. However, these embodiments may be included in different forms and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this invention. The provision of these embodiments makes the disclosure of this invention complete and clear, and those skilled in the art will be able to understand the scope of this invention through these embodiments.

[0029] Reference Figures 1 to 3 As shown, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the appearance of the lamp holder assembly 100 of this utility model. Figure 2 This is an exploded perspective view of the lamp holder assembly 100 of this utility model. Figure 3 This is a side view of the lamp holder assembly 100 before assembly. The lamp holder assembly 100 includes a tube body 1 and a driver board 2. Two sets of lamp holder assemblies 100 can be connected to the two ends of a lamp tube to form a straight tube lamp.

[0030] The tube body 1 is a circular tube with a receiving groove 10 and a connecting interface 11 communicating with the receiving groove 10. The inner wall of the tube body 1 has two protruding slot structures 13 on each side, extending beyond the receiving groove 10. Each slot structure 13 has an upper rib 131, a lower rib 132, and a track 133 located between the upper rib 131 and the lower rib 132. The upper rib 131 and the lower rib 132 can be made of an elastic material (such as plastic) to provide sufficient deformation space for assembling the drive plate 2. The slots are of a bent shape, and the track 133 has a narrow opening 1331 at the front and a wide groove 1332 extending to the rear. Furthermore, the upper rib 131 and the lower rib 132 of each slot structure 13 are integrally formed, protruding from the inner wall of the tube body 1 to the receiving groove 10. The rib structure can be integrally formed with the tube body 1 through processes such as injection molding, eliminating the need for additional processing and assembly steps, thus reducing manufacturing costs.

[0031] The drive plate 2 has side protrusions 21 on both sides, and the drive plate 2 has a cross-shaped appearance when viewed from above. Each side protrusion 21 can be slidably fixed to each track 133 through each narrow opening 1331 to each wide groove 1332.

[0032] Reference Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the tube 1 can be a plastic tube, a glass tube, or a plastic and metal hybrid tube, or a glass and metal hybrid tube. The dimensions of the tube 1 (the axial length of the tube 1) can be the same or different. In this embodiment, the drive board 2 is equipped with a power supply, which can be a single, integrated unit (e.g., the power supply modules are all concentrated in one component and located within one of the lamp holders (non-light-emitting areas)). When the power supply is working, the power is conducted heat to the tube through the drive board 2. The heat conducted to tube 1 can be dissipated into the outside air.

[0033] Reference Figures 3 to 9 As shown, Figure 4 This is a front view schematic diagram of the lamp head assembly 100 of this utility model before assembly. Figure 5 This is a front view schematic diagram of the lamp holder assembly 100 after assembly. Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the drive plate 2 of this utility model inserted into the track 133. Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the drive plate 2 after it is inserted into the track 133. Figure 8 This is a side view of the assembled lamp holder assembly 100 of this utility model. Figure 9 This is a top cross-sectional view of the lamp holder assembly 100 after assembly. When the drive plate 2 is assembled into the receiving groove 10 of the tube body 1, the drive plate 2 is inserted obliquely (e.g., Figure 6As shown, the two side protrusions 21 of the drive plate 2 are aligned with the track 133 of the insertion slot structure 13. The plate can be inserted into the slot by adjusting the angle of the drive plate 2. When the drive plate 2 is inserted to the front of the slot structure 13, it is limited by the upper rib 131 and the lower rib 132 to prevent it from wobbling up and down. When the drive plate 2 is fully inserted into the track 133 of the slot structure 13, the drive plate 2 is further limited by the back wall 14 of the slot structure 13 to prevent it from wobbling back and forth. That is, when the drive plate 2 is inserted into the inner side of the track 133, each upper locking block 1311 abuts against the upper surface of each side protrusion 21, making the drive plate 2 parallel to the track 133. Each lower locking block 1321 abuts against the front end of each side protrusion 21. Each slot structure 13 includes a back wall 14 located inside the track 133, and each back wall 14 abuts against the rear end of each side protrusion 21.

[0034] As mentioned above, the drive plate 2 can be easily inserted into the upper rib 131 and lower rib 132 of the slot structure 13 without the need for tools or complicated operations, greatly improving installation efficiency. Conversely, when disassembling the drive plate 2 from the receiving slot 10 of the tube body 1, the drive plate 2 can be removed simply by reversing the operation, facilitating maintenance and replacement. The upper rib 131 and lower rib 132 structure provides multi-point support, making the drive plate 2 more stable inside the lamp holder and less prone to loosening, maintaining good working condition even under vibration or impact environments. By adjusting the shape and position of the upper rib 131 and lower rib 132, drive plates of different specifications and shapes can be accommodated, exhibiting high versatility and flexibility.

[0035] Reference Figures 3 to 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the rib structure can be flexibly designed according to the shape and size of the drive plate 2, exhibiting high versatility and adaptability. The upper rib 131 and lower rib 132 are each a long, thin, strip-shaped protrusion. The track 133 between the upper rib 131 and lower rib 132 forms upper and lower layers. The width of the track 133 is greater than or equal to twice the thickness of the drive plate 2, and the length of the wide groove 1332 is greater than or equal to the length of the side protrusion 21. When the drive plate 2 is installed, the front section of the upper track 133 is inserted first, followed by the rear section of the lower track 133.

[0036] Reference Figures 3 to 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the slot structure 13 includes upper locking blocks 1311 located on the upper rib 131, each upper locking block 1311 protruding from the inner side of each track 133, and a wide groove 1332 located between the upper locking block 1311 and the narrow opening 1331. The side of the upper locking block 1311 has a slope 1312, which is connected to the wall of the wide groove 1332, so that the drive plate 2 can contact the slope 1312 for guidance when inserted.

[0037] Reference Figures 3 to 9As shown, in some embodiments, the slot structure 13 includes lower locking blocks 1321 located on the lower ribs 132. Each lower locking block 1321 protrudes from each track 133 and forms a narrow opening 1331 with the upper ribs 131. Each lower locking block 1321 abuts against the lower surface of each side protrusion 21, causing the drive plate 2 to tilt relative to the track 133. When the drive plate 2 is tilted and inserted into the track 133, each upper rib 131 located at each narrow opening 1331 abuts against the upper surface of each side protrusion 21.

[0038] Reference Figures 3 to 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the side of the lower locking block 1321 has a chamfer 1322, which facilitates the drive plate 2 to contact the chamfer 1322 and be guided into place when inserted.

[0039] Reference Figures 3 to 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the lamp holder assembly 100 includes a toggle switch 5. The toggle switch 5 has a cover plate and two hooks 51 located at the bottom of the cover plate and a connecting block 52 between the two hooks 51. The tube body 1 has a hole 12 communicating with the receiving groove 10 and two protrusions 121 located on both sides of the hole 12. When the toggle switch 5 is installed in the hole 12, the two hooks 51 of the toggle switch 5 are respectively engaged with the two protrusions 121, so that the toggle switch 5 can be slidably set in the hole 12.

[0040] Reference Figures 3 to 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the toggle switch 5 includes a connecting block 52 extending into the receiving groove 10, and the drive plate 2 has a switch handle 22 connected to the connecting block 52. When... Figure 8 When the knob 5 is moved to the left (as indicated by the arrow), the drive plate 2 moves along with it, causing the two side protrusions 21 of the drive plate 2 to engage and fix inside each track 133. When... Figure 8 When the knob 5 is moved to the right (arrow), the drive plate 2 moves along with it, causing the two side protrusions 21 of the drive plate 2 to move outwards from each track 133, making it easier to loosen and remove the drive plate 2.

[0041] In summary, by incorporating a curved design with two slots on the inner side of the lamp holder, narrower at the front and wider at the rear, the driver board can be inserted into the slots at the appropriate angle. When the driver board is inserted to the front, it is restrained by ribs to prevent it from wobbling. This ease of installation and disassembly makes repairing and replacing the driver board easier, reducing maintenance costs and time. Furthermore, when the driver board is fully inserted, it is further restrained by the rear retaining wall to prevent it from wobbling back and forth.

[0042] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of the technical concept and features of this utility model. Their purpose is to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of this utility model and implement it accordingly. They should not be construed as limiting the patent scope of this utility model. That is, all equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit disclosed in this utility model should still be covered within the patent scope of this utility model.

[0043] In summary, it is evident that this utility model, by breaking through previous technologies, has indeed achieved the desired improved effects, and is beyond the comprehension of those skilled in the art, demonstrating its creativity and practicality.

Claims

1. A lamp cap assembly with a novel clamping slot, characterized in that, include: The tube body has a receiving groove and a connecting interface communicating with the receiving groove. The inner wall of the tube body includes a slot structure protruding from the receiving groove on both sides. Each slot structure has an upper rib, a lower rib, and a track located between the upper rib and the lower rib. The track forms a narrow opening at the front and a wide groove at the rear. as well as The drive plate has side protrusions on both sides, and each side protrusion can be slidably fixed to the track by passing through the narrow opening to the wide groove.

2. The lamp cap assembly with the new type of card slot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slot structure includes an upper locking block located on the upper rib, each upper locking block protruding from the inner side of each track, and the wide groove located between the upper locking block and the narrow opening.

3. The lamp base assembly with the new type of card slot according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the drive plate is inserted into the inside of the track, each of the upper locking blocks abuts against the upper surface of each of the side protrusions, making the drive plate parallel to the track.

4. The lamp holder assembly with a novel slot as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The slot structure includes a lower locking block located on the lower rib, each lower locking block protruding from each of the tracks and forming each of the narrow openings with the upper rib, each lower locking block abutting against the lower surface of each of the side protrusions to tilt the drive plate on the track.

5. The lamp holder assembly with a novel slot as described in claim 4, characterized in that... When the drive plate is inserted into the track at an angle, the upper ribs located at each of the narrow openings abut against the upper surface of each of the side protrusions.

6. The lamp holder assembly with a novel slot as described in claim 4, characterized in that, When the drive plate is inserted into the inside of the track, each of the lower locking blocks abuts against the front end of each of the side protrusions.

7. The lamp holder assembly with a novel slot as described in claim 6, characterized in that... Each of the slot structures includes a retaining wall located inside the track, and each retaining wall abuts against the rear end of each of the side protrusions.

8. The lamp holder assembly with a novel slot as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The upper and lower ribs of each of the aforementioned slot structures are integrally formed and protrude from the inner wall of the tube to the receiving groove.

9. The lamp holder assembly with a novel slot as described in claim 1, characterized in that... Includes a knob, and the tube body has a hole communicating with the receiving groove, the knob being slidably disposed in the hole.

10. The lamp holder assembly with a novel slot as described in claim 9, characterized in that... The toggle switch includes a connecting block extending into the receiving slot, and the drive plate has a switch handle connected to the connecting block.

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