Adaptive dimming device and dimming system
By incorporating a heat dissipation module and a sliding switch in the dimming device, active heat dissipation is achieved during high-power operation, solving the problem of heat accumulation in the dimmer and achieving rapid heat dissipation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- INTMAN LIGHTING ELECTRONICS (CHANGZHOU) CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
Dimmers suffer from heat buildup when operating at high power, and existing dimmers have limited functionality and poor cost control.
An adaptive dimming device is designed by setting a heat dissipation module on the mounting panel and using a sliding switch to drive the trigger module. When the dimming module is driven at high power, the heat dissipation module is triggered to actively dissipate heat, and the heat dissipation efficiency is improved by combining it with heat dissipation holes.
It achieves rapid heat dissipation of the dimming module at low cost, solves the problem of heat accumulation, and is simple to control.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of lighting device technology, specifically relating to components of lighting devices, and particularly to an adaptive dimming device and dimming system. Background Technology
[0002] Dimmers adjust the brightness of lighting equipment by outputting different power levels. The heat generated by the dimmer varies depending on the power level when driving the lighting equipment. In other words, the dimmer generates a lot of heat when outputting high power, which can lead to heat buildup. Furthermore, dimmers themselves have simple functions and lack high-performance control capabilities. Cost control is also extremely important for dimmers. If complex control circuits are used, the cost may not meet the actual production requirements.
[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a new adaptive dimming device and dimming system to solve the technical problem of heat dissipation when heat accumulates in the dimmer.
[0004] It should be noted that the information disclosed in this background section is only for understanding the background technology of the present application concept, and therefore, the above description is not considered to constitute prior art information. Utility Model Content
[0005] This disclosure provides at least one adaptive dimming device and dimming system.
[0006] In a first aspect, embodiments of this disclosure provide an adaptive dimming device, comprising: a mounting panel, a dimming module, a sliding switch, a heat dissipation module, a first trigger module, and a second trigger module; wherein the mounting panel has a movable groove on its top, the sliding switch is slidably disposed within the movable groove, the dimming module and the heat dissipation module are located at the bottom of the mounting panel, and the heat dissipation module is disposed facing the dimming module; a first moving contact of the first trigger module and a second moving contact of the second trigger module are connected to the sliding switch, each first stationary contact of the first trigger module is electrically connected to the dimming module, and the second stationary contact of the second trigger module is electrically connected to the heat dissipation module; the sliding switch is configured to move within the movable groove until the first moving contact contacts any of the first stationary contacts, so that the dimming module drives the light-emitting element to operate at a corresponding power; and the heat dissipation module is configured to blow air onto the dimming module when the second moving contact contacts the second stationary contact.
[0007] In one optional embodiment, the mounting panel is further provided with a plurality of heat dissipation holes, and each of the heat dissipation holes is distributed sequentially on both sides of the dimming module.
[0008] In one optional embodiment, corresponding limiting portions are provided on both sides of the bottom of the movable groove, and a corresponding snap-fit portion is provided at the bottom of the sliding switch, and the snap-fit portion is slidably snapped into the corresponding limiting portion.
[0009] In one optional embodiment, the heat dissipation module includes: a cooling fan; the cooling fan is located at the bottom of the mounting panel and faces the dimming module, the cooling fan is electrically connected to the second stationary contact; the cooling fan is configured to be powered on when the second moving contact contacts the second stationary contact, that is, the cooling fan blows air towards the dimming module.
[0010] In one optional embodiment, the first trigger module includes: a first moving contact and at least two first stationary contacts; the first moving contact is connected to a sliding switch, each of the first stationary contacts is located in a moving slot and on the moving path of the first moving contact, and each of the first stationary contacts is electrically connected to a dimming module; the first moving contact is configured to contact any of the first stationary contacts under the action of the sliding switch, so that the dimming module drives the light-emitting element to work at the corresponding power.
[0011] In one optional embodiment, the second trigger module includes: a second moving contact and a second stationary contact; the second moving contact is connected to a sliding switch, the second stationary contact is located in a moving slot and on the moving path of the second moving contact, and the second stationary contact is electrically connected to a heat dissipation module; the second moving contact is configured to contact the second stationary contact when driven by the sliding switch, so that the heat dissipation module blows air to the dimming module.
[0012] In one alternative implementation, the second stationary contact corresponds to at least one first stationary contact.
[0013] Secondly, embodiments of this disclosure also provide a dimming system, characterized in that it includes: an adaptive dimming device and a light-emitting element; wherein the adaptive dimming device is electrically connected to the light-emitting element; the adaptive dimming device is configured to drive the light-emitting element to work at a corresponding power, and the adaptive dimming device is further configured to drive a heat dissipation module to perform active heat dissipation when the light-emitting element is driven to work at a set power.
[0014] In one alternative implementation, an adaptive dimming device as described above is used.
[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are that by placing the heat dissipation module on one side of the dimming module on the mounting panel, and simultaneously driving the first trigger module and the second trigger module to operate via a sliding switch, the heat dissipation module is triggered when the dimming module drives the light-emitting element to work at high power, thereby realizing the active heat dissipation function of the dimming module. Moreover, the control settings of the heat dissipation module are extremely simple, and the rapid heat dissipation function of the dimming module is achieved under the premise of low cost.
[0016] Other features and advantages of this invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practicing the invention. The objectives and other advantages of this invention are realized and obtained through the structures particularly pointed out in the description and the accompanying drawings.
[0017] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, preferred embodiments are described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Figure 1 A structural diagram of an adaptive dimming device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 2 A structural diagram of a heat dissipation module provided in an embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 3 A circuit diagram of a dimming module provided in an embodiment of this disclosure; Figure 4 This is a circuit diagram of a heat dissipation module provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0020] In the picture: 1. Mounting panel; 11. Moving slot; 111. Limiting part; 12. Heat dissipation hole; 2. Dimming module; 3. Slide switch; 31. Snap-fit part; 4. Heat dissipation module; 41. Cooling fan. Detailed Implementation
[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0022] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing specific exemplary configurations only and is not intended to be limiting. As used herein, the singular articles “a,” “an,” and “the” may also be intended to include plural forms unless otherwise clearly stated herein. The terms “comprising,” “including,” and “having” are inclusive and thus specify the presence of features, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or combinations thereof. The method steps, processes, and operations described herein should not be construed as requiring them to be performed in the specific order discussed or shown, unless specifically identified as such. Additional or alternative steps may be employed.
[0023] As used herein, the phrases “in one embodiment,” “according to one embodiment,” “in some embodiments,” etc., generally refer to the fact that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic following the phrase can be included in at least one embodiment of this disclosure. Therefore, a particular feature, structure, or characteristic can be included in more than one embodiment of this disclosure, such that these phrases do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. As used herein, the terms “example,” “exemplary,” etc., are used to “serve as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any implementation, aspect, or design described herein as “example” or “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or superior to other implementations, aspects, or designs. Rather, the use of the terms “example,” “exemplary,” etc., is intended to present concepts in a specific manner.
[0024] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0025] The following detailed description, with reference to the accompanying drawings, describes some embodiments of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.
[0026] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, at least one embodiment provides an adaptive dimming device, comprising: a mounting panel 1, a dimming module 2, a sliding switch 3, a heat dissipation module 4, a first trigger module, and a second trigger module; wherein the mounting panel 1 has a moving groove 11 on its top, the sliding switch 3 is slidably disposed within the moving groove 11, the dimming module 2 and the heat dissipation module 4 are located at the bottom of the mounting panel 1, and the heat dissipation module 4 is disposed facing the dimming module 2; the first moving contact of the first trigger module and the second moving contact of the second trigger module are connected to the sliding switch 3, each of the first stationary contacts of the first trigger module is electrically connected to the dimming module 2, and the second stationary contact of the second trigger module is electrically connected to the heat dissipation module 4; the sliding switch 3 is configured to move within the moving groove 11 until the first moving contact contacts any of the first stationary contacts, so that the dimming module 2 drives the light-emitting element to work at the corresponding power; and the heat dissipation module 4 is configured to blow air onto the dimming module 2 when the second moving contact contacts the second stationary contact.
[0027] Specifically, the dimming module 2 may be, but is not limited to, a Mean Well IDLC-45 dimmer.
[0028] In at least one embodiment, by placing the heat dissipation module 4 on one side of the dimming module 2 on the mounting panel 1, and simultaneously driving the first trigger module and the second trigger module to operate, the heat dissipation module 4 is triggered when the dimming module 2 drives the light-emitting element to work at high power, thereby realizing the active heat dissipation function of the dimming module 2. Moreover, the control settings of the heat dissipation module 4 are extremely simple, and the rapid heat dissipation function of the dimming module 2 is realized under the premise of low cost.
[0029] In at least one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 The mounting panel 1 is also provided with a number of heat dissipation holes 12, and each of the heat dissipation holes 12 is distributed sequentially on both sides of the dimming module 2.
[0030] Specifically, hot air will rise, and heat dissipation holes 12 are opened on the mounting panel 1. On the one hand, the heat can be prevented from being blocked by the mounting panel 1, and on the other hand, the heat dissipation area can be increased to improve the heat dissipation effect.
[0031] Specifically, the heat dissipation holes 12 are distributed on both sides of the dimming module 2 to enable air circulation near the dimming module 2 and improve the heat dissipation effect.
[0032] In at least one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 The bottom sides of the movable groove 11 are provided with corresponding limiting parts 111, and the bottom of the sliding switch 3 is provided with a corresponding snap-fit part 31, and the snap-fit part 31 is slidably snapped into the corresponding limiting part 111.
[0033] Specifically, the locking part 31, in conjunction with the limiting part 111, enables the sliding switch 3 to move in a specific direction, thereby achieving the connection between the moving contact and the stationary contact.
[0034] In at least one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 The heat dissipation module 4 includes a heat dissipation fan 41; the heat dissipation fan 41 is located at the bottom of the mounting panel 1 and is positioned towards the dimming module 2; the heat dissipation fan 41 is electrically connected to the second stationary contact; the heat dissipation fan 41 is configured to be connected to the power supply when the second moving contact contacts the second stationary contact, that is, the heat dissipation fan 41 blows air towards the dimming module 2.
[0035] Specifically, the cooling fan 41 is a small cooling fan with a length, width and height of 40mm, 40mm and 10mm respectively. It can generate airflow to the dimming module 2 and thus remove the heat from the dimming module 2.
[0036] In at least one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 The first trigger module includes: a first moving contact and at least two first stationary contacts; the first moving contact is connected to the slide switch 3, each of the first stationary contacts is located in the moving slot 11 and on the moving path of the first moving contact, and each of the first stationary contacts is electrically connected to the dimming module 2; the first moving contact is configured to contact any of the first stationary contacts under the action of the slide switch 3, so that the dimming module 2 drives the light-emitting element to work according to the corresponding power.
[0037] Specifically, please refer to Figure 3 The dimming module 2 is U1, the power supply is U2, and the light-emitting element is U4.
[0038] Specifically, please refer to Figure 3 The first moving contact and the first stationary contact are equivalent to forming switches K1, K2, K3, ..., Kn, and respectively, and corresponding peripheral circuits are set. When the power supply is turned on to the dimming module 2 through the corresponding switches, the power of the dimming module 2 is adjusted.
[0039] In at least one embodiment, the second trigger module includes: a second moving contact and a second stationary contact; the second moving contact is connected to the slide switch 3, the second stationary contact is located in the moving slot 11 and on the moving path of the second moving contact, and the second stationary contact is electrically connected to the heat dissipation module 4; the second moving contact is configured to contact the second stationary contact under the action of the slide switch 3, so that the heat dissipation module 4 blows air to the dimming module 2.
[0040] Specifically, please refer to Figure 4 Heat dissipation module 4 is U3.
[0041] Specifically, please refer to Figure 3The second moving contact and the second stationary contact are equivalent to forming a switch K4. When the power supply is connected to the heat dissipation module 4 through the switch K4, the heat dissipation module 4 is driven to work.
[0042] In at least one embodiment, the second stationary contact corresponds to at least one first stationary contact, which can ensure that the cooling fan 41 works synchronously when the dimming module 2 drives the light-emitting element to work at high power.
[0043] Based on the same technical concept, at least one embodiment also provides a dimming system, characterized in that it includes: an adaptive dimming device and a light-emitting element; wherein the adaptive dimming device is electrically connected to the light-emitting element; the adaptive dimming device is configured to drive the light-emitting element to work at a corresponding power, and the adaptive dimming device is further configured to drive the heat dissipation module 4 to perform active heat dissipation when the light-emitting element is driven to work at a set power.
[0044] In at least one embodiment, an adaptive dimming device as described above is employed.
[0045] In summary, this utility model achieves active heat dissipation for the dimming module by placing a heat dissipation module on one side of the dimming module on the mounting panel, and simultaneously using a sliding switch to activate the first and second trigger modules. That is, the heat dissipation module is triggered when the dimming module drives the light-emitting element at high power, thus achieving active heat dissipation for the dimming module. Furthermore, the control settings of the heat dissipation module are extremely simple, achieving rapid heat dissipation for the dimming module at low cost.
[0046] While this patent document contains numerous details, it should not be construed as limiting any utility model or the scope of the claims, but rather as a description of features of a particular embodiment of a particular utility model. Certain features described in the context of individual embodiments may also be implemented in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various functions described in the context of a single embodiment may also be implemented individually in multiple embodiments, or in any suitable sub-combination. Furthermore, although the foregoing features may be described as functioning in certain combinations, or even initially claimed to be so, in some cases one or more features from a combination of claims may be removed from the combination, and a combination of claims may refer to a sub-combination or a variation of a sub-combination.
[0047] Similarly, although the operations are described in a specific order in the accompanying drawings, this should not be construed as requiring the specific order or sequence shown to perform such operations, or all the described operations, in order to obtain the desired result. Furthermore, the separation of various system components in the embodiments of this patent document should not be construed as requiring such separation in all embodiments.
[0048] Only some implementations and examples are described; other implementations, enhancements, and variations can be made based on the content described and illustrated in this patent document.
[0049] When no intermediate component exists other than a line, trace, or other medium between the first and second components, the first component is directly coupled to the second component. When an intermediate component other than a line, trace, or other medium exists between the first and second components, the first component is indirectly coupled to the second component. The term "coupling" and its variations include direct coupling and indirect coupling. Unless otherwise stated, the term "about" is used to mean a range including upper and lower 10% of the value.
[0050] While several embodiments are provided in this disclosure, it should be understood that the disclosed systems and methods may be embodied in many other specific forms without departing from the spirit or scope of this disclosure. The present examples are intended to be illustrative rather than restrictive and are not limited to the details given. For example, various elements or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or certain features may be omitted or not implemented.
[0051] In the several embodiments provided herein, it should be understood that the disclosed apparatus and methods can also be implemented in other ways. The apparatus embodiments described above are merely illustrative; for example, the flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of apparatus, methods, and computer program products according to various embodiments of the present invention. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code containing one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the blocks may occur in a different order than those marked in the drawings. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each block in a block diagram and / or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in block diagrams and / or flowcharts, can be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.
[0052] Furthermore, without departing from the scope of this disclosure, the discrete or individual technologies, systems, subsystems, and methods described and illustrated in the various embodiments may be combined or integrated with other systems, modules, technologies, or methods. Other items shown or discussed as coupled may be directly connected or indirectly coupled or communicated via some interface, device, or intermediate component in an electrical, mechanical, or other manner. Those skilled in the art can identify other examples of changes, substitutions, and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of this disclosure.
Claims
1. An adaptive dimming device, characterized in that, include: Mounting panel (1), dimming module (2), slide switch (3), heat dissipation module (4), first trigger module and second trigger module; wherein The top of the mounting panel (1) is provided with a moving groove (11), the sliding switch (3) is slidably disposed in the moving groove (11), the dimming module (2) and the heat dissipation module (4) are located at the bottom of the mounting panel (1), and the heat dissipation module (4) is disposed facing the dimming module (2). The first moving contact of the first trigger module and the second moving contact of the second trigger module are connected to the slide switch (3), each of the first stationary contacts of the first trigger module is electrically connected to the dimming module (2), and the second stationary contact of the second trigger module is electrically connected to the heat dissipation module (4). The sliding switch (3) is configured to move within the moving slot (11) until the first moving contact contacts either of the first stationary contacts, so that the dimming module (2) drives the light-emitting element to operate at the corresponding power; and The heat dissipation module (4) is configured to blow air onto the dimming module (2) when the second moving contact contacts the second stationary contact.
2. The adaptive dimming device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting panel (1) is also provided with a number of heat dissipation holes (12), and each of the heat dissipation holes (12) is distributed on both sides of the dimming module (2).
3. The adaptive dimming device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom sides of the movable slot (11) are provided with corresponding limiting parts (111), and the bottom of the sliding switch (3) is provided with a corresponding snap-fit part (31), and the snap-fit part (31) is slidably snapped into the corresponding limiting part (111).
4. The adaptive dimming device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The heat dissipation module (4) includes: a cooling fan (41); The cooling fan (41) is located at the bottom of the mounting panel (1) and faces the dimming module (2). The cooling fan (41) is electrically connected to the second stationary contact. The cooling fan (41) is configured to be connected to the power supply when the second moving contact and the second stationary contact are in contact, that is, the cooling fan (41) blows air toward the dimming module (2).
5. The adaptive dimming device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first trigger module includes: a first moving contact and at least two first stationary contacts; The first moving contact is connected to the sliding switch (3), each of the first stationary contacts is located in the moving slot (11) and on the moving path of the first moving contact, and each of the first stationary contacts is electrically connected to the dimming module (2); The first moving contact is configured to contact any first stationary contact under the action of the sliding switch (3) so that the dimming module (2) drives the light-emitting element to work according to the corresponding power.
6. The adaptive dimming device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The second trigger module includes: a second moving contact and a second stationary contact; The second moving contact is connected to the sliding switch (3), the second stationary contact is located in the moving slot (11) and on the moving path of the second moving contact, and the second stationary contact is electrically connected to the heat dissipation module (4); The second moving contact is configured to contact the second stationary contact under the action of the sliding switch (3) so that the heat dissipation module (4) blows air to the dimming module (2).
7. The adaptive dimming device as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The second stationary contact corresponds to at least one first stationary contact.
8. A dimming system, characterized in that, include: Adaptive dimming devices and light-emitting elements; in The adaptive dimming device is electrically connected to the light-emitting element; The adaptive dimming device is configured to drive the light-emitting element to work at the corresponding power, and the adaptive dimming device is also configured to drive the heat dissipation module (4) to perform active heat dissipation when the light-emitting element is driven to work at the set power.
9. The dimming system as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The adaptive dimming device as described in any one of claims 1-7 is used.