Waterproof rotary key and drinking water equipment thereof

Abstract

The utility model discloses a waterproof rotary button and drinking water equipment thereof, wherein the waterproof rotary button comprises a mounting base, a light-shielding base, a control panel, a rotary seat, a button, a button waterproof structure and a rotary seat waterproof structure. The rotary seat is connected with an encoder to realize rotary operation. The button gap is arranged in the rotary seat and connected with the encoder to realize press input. The button waterproof structure and the rotary seat waterproof structure avoid liquid entering the control panel through multiple groups of annular waterproof protrusions. Compared with the prior art, the utility model does not need additional sealing materials or complex assembly processes, can realize reliable waterproofing, has stable structure, simple production process and low manufacturing cost, significantly improves the safety and stability of the drinking water equipment in a humid environment, and improves the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of rotary button technology, and in particular relates to a waterproof rotary button and its drinking water device. Background Technology

[0002] With increasingly stringent safety requirements for household and commercial appliances, the waterproof and moisture-proof performance of appliance operating interfaces has become one of the key technical challenges in product design. This is especially true for household appliances like water dispensers, which frequently come into direct contact with water; their waterproof performance not only affects the safe operation of the electrical system but also directly impacts the product's lifespan and the user experience.

[0003] Most water dispensers on the market currently use physical buttons or touchscreens as their operating interface. While these traditional designs are relatively simple in structure and intuitive to operate, they are susceptible to damage from moisture and water droplets during use. If the seal is inadequate, moisture can seep into the interior, causing button malfunctions, short circuits, and even safety hazards. To improve sealing performance, traditional water dispensers typically use methods such as adding sealing rubber parts to the knob and button structure, applying glue, or ultrasonic welding. While these methods improve the waterproof performance of the button area to some extent, they involve numerous assembly steps, require high processing precision, and have complex production processes, resulting in higher manufacturing costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a waterproof rotary button and its drinking device, in order to solve the problems mentioned above.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides a waterproof rotary button, comprising:

[0007] The mounting base has mounting openings on its surface;

[0008] The light-shielding base has an assembly cavity in the middle and is installed into the mounting opening at the top.

[0009] A control board is installed at the bottom of the light-shielding base, and an encoder is mounted on the control board;

[0010] A rotating base and a button are provided. The rotating base has an opening in the middle and an assembly cavity at the bottom for mounting to the encoder. The button is located inside the rotating base and its bottom passes through the opening to connect to the encoder.

[0011] The waterproof button structure includes a drainage groove, a first waterproof protrusion, a second waterproof protrusion, and a third waterproof protrusion. The first waterproof protrusion is located on the top of the outer edge of the rotating base. The second waterproof protrusion is spaced apart on one side of the first waterproof protrusion and forms a first spacer cavity between them. The third waterproof protrusion is located on the bottom of the outer edge of the button and is located inside the first spacer cavity. The drainage groove extends to the bottom wall of the first spacer cavity.

[0012] The rotating seat waterproof structure includes a fourth waterproof protrusion, a fifth waterproof protrusion, and a sixth waterproof protrusion. The fourth waterproof protrusion is located at the bottom of the outer edge of the rotating seat. The fifth waterproof protrusion is spaced apart on one side of the fourth waterproof protrusion and forms a second spacer cavity between them. The drainage groove is connected to the second spacer cavity. The sixth waterproof protrusion is installed on the top of the light-shielding base and is located on the other side of the fifth waterproof protrusion.

[0013] In one possible implementation, a recessed groove space is provided between the mounting base and the sixth waterproof protrusion, and the bottom of the fifth waterproof protrusion is located inside the groove space.

[0014] In one possible implementation, there are multiple drainage channels, which are arranged in a ring at intervals within the first spacer cavity.

[0015] In one possible implementation, a light guide is connected to the bottom of the button, the light guide passing through the assembly cavity and being installed to the encoder.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the gap of the light guide is disposed within the assembly cavity.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the bottom of the light guide is hooked to the cavity of the encoder, and a tactile switch is also provided inside the cavity of the encoder, the tactile switch being located at the bottom end of the light guide.

[0018] In one possible implementation, the bottom of the rotary base is fitted with a downwardly protruding extension that passes through the assembly cavity and is mounted to the rotary component of the encoder.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the bottom of the mounting port is provided with a lower protrusion, and the top of the light-shielding base is provided with a mounting groove that matches the lower protrusion, and the lower protrusion is installed into the mounting groove.

[0020] In one possible implementation, the lower protrusion and the mounting groove form a first gap, a second gap, and a third gap;

[0021] The first gap is a clearance fit, the second gap is an interference fit, and the third gap is either a clearance fit or an interference fit.

[0022] Secondly, this application also provides a drinking water device, which includes a mounting cover and a waterproof rotary button as described in the first aspect above, wherein the mounting base of the waterproof rotary button is the wall of the mounting cover.

[0023] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0024] In this invention, the solution forms a multi-layered waterproof barrier through multiple waterproof protrusions, enabling the rotating base and buttons to be waterproof. Compared with existing solutions, it does not require additional sealing materials or complex assembly processes, achieving reliable waterproofing. Furthermore, it features a stable structure, a simple production process, and low manufacturing costs, significantly improving the safety and stability of drinking water equipment in humid environments and enhancing the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 2 This is one of the exploded views of the rotary seat 6 and the button 7 in this utility model.

[0027] Figure 3 This is the second exploded view of the rotary seat 6 and the button 7 in this utility model.

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the light-shielding base 2 installed at the mounting port 101 in this utility model.

[0029] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the rotary base 6 and the button 7 in this utility model.

[0030] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0031] Marked in the image:

[0032] 1. Mounting base; 101. Mounting port;

[0033] 2. Sunshade base;

[0034] 3. Assembly cavity;

[0035] 4. Control panel;

[0036] 5. Encoder; 501. Rotating component;

[0037] 6. Rotary seat; 601. Opening mouth; 602. Extension piece;

[0038] 7. Buttons; 701. Light guide;

[0039] 8. Waterproof button structure; 801. Drainage groove; 802. First waterproof protrusion; 803. Second waterproof protrusion; 804. Third waterproof protrusion; 805. First partition cavity;

[0040] 9. Waterproof structure of the rotating seat; 901. Fourth waterproof protrusion; 902. Fifth waterproof protrusion; 903. Sixth waterproof protrusion; 904. Second partition cavity;

[0041] 10. Recessed space;

[0042] 11. Touch switch;

[0043] 12. Lower protrusion;

[0044] 13. Assembly slot;

[0045] 14. First gap;

[0046] 15. Second gap;

[0047] 16. Third gap;

[0048] 17. Install the cover. Detailed Implementation

[0049] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0050] use Figure 1 This document describes a waterproof rotary button. This waterproof rotary button can be used on water dispensers, specifically countertop water dispensers, floor-standing water dispensers, under-sink water purifiers, instant hot water dispensers, hot and cold water purifiers, and other water dispensers.

[0051] First, use Figures 2-5 The overall structure of this waterproof rotary button will be explained. Figure 2 This is one of the exploded views of the rotary seat 6 and the button 7 in this utility model. Figure 3 This is the second exploded view of the rotary seat 6 and the button 7 in this utility model. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the light-shielding base 2 installed at the mounting port 101 in this utility model. Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the rotary base 6 and the button 7 in this utility model.

[0052] The waterproof rotary button includes a mounting base 1, a light-shielding base 2, a control board 4, a rotating seat 6, a button 7, a waterproof button structure 8, and a waterproof rotating seat structure 9, wherein:

[0053] The mounting base 1 has a mounting opening 101 on its surface. The mounting base 1 has the function of supporting and bearing load, so as to install other components in the waterproof rotary button.

[0054] The light-shielding base 2 is located at the bottom of the mounting base 1, and the light-shielding base 2 has an assembly cavity 3 in the middle and is installed into the mounting port 101 at the top.

[0055] The control board 4 can be a PCB board, and the light-shielding base 2 has a bottom opening structure. The bottom opening connects to the assembly cavity 3. The control board 4 can be installed on the bottom of the light-shielding base 2. An encoder 5 is installed on the control board 4. The encoder 5 includes a rotating part 501 and a tactile switch 11 that are configured to cooperate with each other.

[0056] The rotary seat 6 has an opening 601 in the middle, and the bottom of the rotary seat 6 has an assembly cavity 3 and is installed on the encoder 5. Specifically, the bottom of the rotary seat 6 has a downward protruding extension 602, which passes through the assembly cavity 3 and is installed on the rotating part 501 of the encoder 5. Therefore, the rotary seat 6 can be rotated and adjusted.

[0057] The gap of button 7 is located inside the rotating seat 6, and the bottom of button 7 is provided with an opening 601 to connect to encoder 5. Specifically, the bottom of button 7 is connected to a light guide 701, which passes through the assembly cavity 3 and is installed to encoder 5.

[0058] Regarding the specific installation structure of the light guide 701, the light guide 701 is positioned within the assembly cavity 3. The bottom of the light guide 701 is hooked to the central cavity of the encoder 5. A tactile switch 11 is also provided in the central cavity of the encoder 5. The tactile switch 11 is located at the bottom of the light guide 701. Therefore, the button 7 and the rotating base 6 can be used relatively independently. That is, the button 7 can be pressed down independently, and the rotating base 6 can be rotated independently. There is no mutual interference between the rotating base 6 and the button 7.

[0059] The waterproof button structure 8 includes a drainage groove 801, a first waterproof protrusion 802, a second waterproof protrusion 803, and a third waterproof protrusion 804.

[0060] The specific installation structure between the drainage channel 801, the first waterproof protrusion 802, the second waterproof protrusion 803, and the third waterproof protrusion 804.

[0061] Specifically, the first waterproof protrusion 802 is a ring structure located on the top of the outer edge of the rotary seat 6, and the height of the first waterproof protrusion 802 is higher than the height of the button 7 when it is installed inside the rotary seat 6.

[0062] The second waterproof protrusion 803 has a ring structure and is spaced on one side of the first waterproof protrusion 802. The first waterproof protrusion 802 and the second waterproof protrusion 803 form a first spacer cavity 805.

[0063] The third waterproof protrusion 804 is a ring structure located at the bottom of the outer edge of the button 7, and the gap of the third waterproof protrusion 804 is located in the first spacer cavity 805, so that when the button 7 is installed in the rotating seat 6, there is no interference between the button 7 and the rotating seat 6, thus achieving the purpose of independent operation of the button 7.

[0064] The drainage channel 801 is opened on the bottom wall of the first partition cavity 805.

[0065] In one example, when water is poured onto the surface of button 7, the water flows through the gap between the first waterproof protrusion 802 and the third waterproof protrusion 804 to the first partition cavity 805. Then, due to the blocking effect of the second waterproof protrusion 803, the water flowing into the first partition cavity 805 is drained downwards along the drainage groove 801. That is, the water flows downwards due to gravity and will not overflow the second waterproof protrusion 803 to enter the circuit board, thus achieving the purpose of waterproofing button 7.

[0066] The rotating seat waterproof structure 9 includes a fourth waterproof protrusion 901, a fifth waterproof protrusion 902, and a sixth waterproof protrusion 903.

[0067] Regarding the specific installation structure between the fourth waterproof protrusion 901, the fifth waterproof protrusion 902, and the sixth waterproof protrusion 903.

[0068] Specifically, the fourth waterproof protrusion 901 is a ring structure, and the fourth waterproof protrusion 901 is located on the bottom of the outer edge of the rotating seat 6.

[0069] The fifth waterproof protrusion 902 has a ring structure and is spaced on one side of the fourth waterproof protrusion 901. The fourth waterproof protrusion 901 and the fifth waterproof protrusion 902 form a second spacer cavity 904.

[0070] The sixth waterproof protrusion 903 is installed on the top of the light-shielding base 2 and is located on the other side of the fifth waterproof protrusion 902. The drainage groove 801 is connected to the second partition cavity 904. A recessed groove space 10 is provided between the mounting base 1 and the sixth waterproof protrusion 903, and the bottom of the fifth waterproof protrusion 902 is located inside the groove space 10.

[0071] In one example, when water flows onto the mounting base 1, it is blocked by the sixth waterproof protrusion 903, causing it to flow out through the gap between the fourth waterproof protrusion 901 and the mounting base 1, thus preventing it from crossing the sixth waterproof protrusion 903 and entering the control panel 4. Furthermore, when water is poured onto the surface of the button 7, the drain channel 801 connects to the second partition cavity 904, allowing the water on the button 7 to drain into the second partition cavity 904, thus achieving the waterproofing purpose of the rotary base 6 and the button 7.

[0072] When water splashes from the side panel onto button 7, it enters through the gap between the fourth waterproof protrusion 901 and the mounting base 1, flowing towards the fifth waterproof protrusion 902 and the sixth waterproof protrusion 903. During this process, the fourth waterproof protrusion 901, the fifth waterproof protrusion 902, and the sixth waterproof protrusion 903 act as a barrier to the water flow, reducing the potential energy of the splash. When water flows into the recessed space 10, the water flow needs to traverse multiple 90-degree turns, thus ensuring that the splash cannot directly enter the interior of the control panel 4.

[0073] In this embodiment, the rotation operation control of the rotating base 6 is realized by connecting the extension 602 at the bottom of the rotating base 6 to the rotating component 501 of the encoder 5; the button 7 is spaced inside the rotating base 6 and connected to the tactile switch 11 inside the encoder 5 through the bottom light guide 701, realizing independent pressing control. The rotating base 6 and the button 7 do not interfere with each other and can be operated independently.

[0074] To achieve waterproof functionality for button 7, a first waterproof protrusion 802 is positioned on the top outer edge of the rotating base 6, a third waterproof protrusion 804 is positioned on the bottom outer edge of button 7, and a second waterproof protrusion 803 is located on one side of the first waterproof protrusion 802. The two together form a first spacer cavity 805. The second waterproof protrusion 803 prevents liquid from seeping into the encoder 5 or the control board 4, and water flowing onto button 7 can be drained downwards through the drain groove 801.

[0075] Meanwhile, a fourth waterproof protrusion 901 is disposed on the outer edge of the bottom of the rotating base 6. The fourth waterproof protrusion 901 and the fifth waterproof protrusion 902 form a second partition cavity 904, and a sixth waterproof protrusion 903 is installed on the top of the light-shielding base 2. The drainage groove 801 connects the first partition cavity 805 and the second partition cavity 904 to form a water guiding channel. The sixth waterproof protrusion 903 prevents liquid from seeping into the encoder 5 or the control board 4, and water splashed on the top or side of the button 7 is discharged through the drainage structure formed by the first partition cavity 805, the drainage groove 801, and the second partition cavity 904.

[0076] Compared with existing methods such as sealing rings, gluing, and welding, this solution forms a multi-layered waterproof barrier through multiple waterproof protrusions. It eliminates the need for additional sealing materials or complex assembly processes, achieving reliable waterproofing, structural stability, simplified production process, and reduced manufacturing costs. This significantly improves the safety and stability of drinking water equipment in humid environments and enhances the user experience.

[0077] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown. Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the light-shielding base 2 installed to the mounting port 101 in this utility model. There are multiple drainage channels 801, which are arranged in a ring at intervals within the first partition cavity 805. In this embodiment, the multiple spaced drainage channels 801 facilitate the drainage of water accumulated inside the first partition cavity 805, improving the drainage efficiency.

[0078] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 6 As shown. Figure 3 This is the second exploded view of the rotary seat 6 and the button 7 in this utility model. Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 Enlarged view at point A. Regarding the specific installation structure between the light-shielding base 2 and the mounting base 1: The bottom of the mounting opening 101 has a lower protrusion 12, which is annular. The top of the light-shielding base 2 has a mounting groove 13 that matches the lower protrusion 12, and the lower protrusion 12 is installed into the mounting groove 13. In this embodiment, to improve the stability of the installation between the light-shielding base 2 and the mounting base 1, the light-shielding base 2 is also screwed to the bottom wall of the mounting base 1.

[0079] In some embodiments, such as Figure 6 As shown. Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 Enlarged view at point A. The lower protrusion 12 and the mounting groove 13 form a first gap 14, a second gap 15, and a third gap 16. In order for the light-shielding base 2 to be locked vertically to the bottom of the top cover mounting base 1, the first gap 14 is a clearance fit, the second gap 15 is an interference fit, and the third gap 16 is a clearance fit or an interference fit, thereby ensuring sealing performance.

[0080] On the other hand, such as Figure 1 As shown in the figure. This utility model also provides a drinking device, which includes a mounting cover 17 and a waterproof rotary button as described in one or more of the above optional embodiments. The mounting base 1 of the waterproof rotary button is the wall of the mounting cover 17. Due to the use of the waterproof rotary button provided by this utility model, the drinking device provided by this utility model has all the beneficial effects of the waterproof rotary button provided by this utility model.

[0081] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above, but the present invention is not limited to the embodiments. Those skilled in the art can make various equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of the present invention, and these equivalent modifications or substitutions are all included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.

[0082] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0083] Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0084] On the other hand, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "located in," "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

Claims

1. A waterproof rotary button, characterized in that, include: The mounting base has mounting openings on its surface; The light-shielding base has an assembly cavity in the middle and is installed into the mounting opening at the top. A control board is installed at the bottom of the light-shielding base, and an encoder is mounted on the control board; A rotating base and a button are provided. The rotating base has an opening in the middle and an assembly cavity at the bottom for mounting to the encoder. The button is located inside the rotating base and its bottom passes through the opening to connect to the encoder. The waterproof structure of the button includes a drainage groove, a first waterproof protrusion, a second waterproof protrusion and a third waterproof protrusion. The first waterproof protrusion is located on the top of the outer edge of the rotating seat, and the second waterproof protrusion is spaced apart on one side of the first waterproof protrusion and forms a first spacer cavity between them. The third waterproof protrusion is located at the bottom of the outer edge of the button and is located inside the first partition cavity; the drainage groove is opened to the bottom wall of the first partition cavity. The rotating seat waterproof structure includes a fourth waterproof protrusion, a fifth waterproof protrusion, and a sixth waterproof protrusion. The fourth waterproof protrusion is located at the bottom of the outer edge of the rotating seat. The fifth waterproof protrusion is spaced apart on one side of the fourth waterproof protrusion and forms a second spacer cavity between them. The drainage groove is connected to the second spacer cavity. The sixth waterproof protrusion is installed on the top of the light-shielding base and is located on the other side of the fifth waterproof protrusion.

2. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 1, characterized in that, A recessed groove space is provided between the mounting base and the sixth waterproof protrusion, and the bottom of the fifth waterproof protrusion is located inside the groove space.

3. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of drainage channels is multiple, and the multiple drainage channels are arranged in a ring at intervals within the first spacer cavity.

4. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 1, characterized in that, A light guide is connected to the bottom of the button, and the light guide passes through the assembly cavity and is installed to the encoder.

5. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 4, characterized in that, The gap in the light guide is located within the assembly cavity.

6. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the light guide is hooked to the cavity of the encoder, and a tactile switch is also provided in the cavity of the encoder, the tactile switch being located at the bottom end of the light guide.

7. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the rotary base is equipped with a downwardly protruding extension, which passes through the assembly cavity and is installed on the rotating part of the encoder.

8. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the mounting port is provided with a lower protrusion, and the top of the light-shielding base is provided with an assembly groove that matches the lower protrusion. The lower protrusion is installed into the assembly groove.

9. The waterproof rotary button according to claim 8, characterized in that, The lower protrusion and the assembly groove form a first gap, a second gap, and a third gap; The first gap is a clearance fit, the second gap is an interference fit, and the third gap is either a clearance fit or an interference fit.

10. A drinking water device, characterized in that, It includes a mounting cover and a waterproof rotary button as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the mounting base of the waterproof rotary button is the wall of the mounting cover.

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