A mounting base, socket and switch

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of socket and switch technology, and more particularly to a mounting base, socket, and switch. The mounting base provided by this invention includes a housing and a flexible mounting structure. The housing has a mounting groove. The flexible mounting structure is used for fixed connection to the mounting surface of the base. Both ends of the flexible mounting structure are connected to the groove wall of the mounting groove, and the remaining parts of the flexible mounting structure are spaced apart from the groove wall. When the mounting base is fixed to the mounting surface of the base with screws, the flexible mounting structure deforms preferentially under stress, preventing deformation of the housing of the mounting base due to excessive screw tightening force, thus ensuring the installation accuracy of the button assembly. The switch provided by this invention, by using the above-mentioned mounting base, can prevent deformation of the mounting base under stress, ensuring the assembly accuracy of the switch button and avoiding button jamming problems.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of socket and switch technology, and more particularly to a mounting base, socket and switch. Background Technology

[0002] A wall switch is an electrical switch installed on a wall. A wall switch typically consists of a mounting base and a button assembly mounted on the base. The mounting base is fixed to the wall, and pressing the button assembly controls the on / off state of the electrical appliance. Most existing mounting bases are fixed to the wall with screws. During the tightening of the screws, the mounting base is easily deformed due to stress. This affects the installation stability of the mounting base and can also cause assembly errors in the button assembly, leading to problems such as unresponsive button control.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a mounting base to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The first objective of this invention is to provide a mounting base that solves the problem in the prior art where mounting bases are prone to deformation during installation due to excessive screw tightening force.

[0005] The second objective of this invention is to provide a socket that, by applying the aforementioned mounting base, prevents the mounting base from deforming under stress and ensures the assembly accuracy of the socket.

[0006] The third objective of this invention is to provide a switch that, by applying the aforementioned mounting base, can prevent the mounting base from deforming under stress, ensure the assembly accuracy of the switch button, and avoid button jamming problems.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the following technical solution is provided:

[0008] Firstly, a mounting base is provided, comprising:

[0009] The housing has a mounting slot on it;

[0010] A flexible mounting structure is used to fix it to the mounting surface of the base. Both ends of the flexible mounting structure are connected to the groove wall of the mounting through groove, and the remaining parts of the flexible mounting structure are spaced apart from the groove wall of the mounting through groove.

[0011] As an optional solution for the mounting base, the elastic mounting structure includes a mounting part and a deformable part. Both ends of the mounting part are connected to the deformable part, which is used to connect with the groove wall of the mounting through groove. When the mounting part is subjected to force, the deformable part can deform.

[0012] As an alternative to the mounting base, the deformed part has a V-shaped cross-section, and its opening faces the mounting surface of the base.

[0013] As an alternative to the mounting base, the mounting portion is a flat plate parallel to the mounting surface of the base.

[0014] As an optional embodiment of the mounting base, the mounting base further includes a breakable connecting rib, which is used to connect the mounting part and the groove wall of the mounting through groove. When the breakable connecting rib breaks, it can make a sound.

[0015] As an optional solution for the mounting base, the mounting base is a one-piece molded structure.

[0016] As an alternative to the mounting base, the mounting base is made of plastic material.

[0017] Secondly, a socket is provided, including the mounting base as described above.

[0018] Thirdly, a switch is provided, including a button assembly and a mounting base as described above, the mounting base being fixedly connected to a mounting surface of the base, and the button assembly being mounted on the mounting base.

[0019] As an alternative to the switch, the button assembly includes:

[0020] A circuit board is embedded in the mounting base, and a tactile switch is provided on the circuit board;

[0021] A mounting plate is placed on the circuit board, and the mounting plate has through holes corresponding to the tactile switch.

[0022] An elastic element has a deformable cavity with an open end. The elastic element abuts against the mounting plate, and the opening of the deformable cavity faces the through hole. A first abutting part is provided in the deformable cavity that can abut against the tactile switch.

[0023] A button is provided on the elastic element. Pressing the button can deform the elastic element and compress the deformation cavity, thereby causing the first abutting part to press against and trigger the tactile switch.

[0024] As an alternative to the switch, the mounting plate is provided with a receiving groove, the through hole is formed on the bottom of the receiving groove, and part of the elastic element is accommodated in the receiving groove.

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0026] The mounting base provided by this invention includes a housing and an elastic mounting structure. The housing has a mounting groove. The elastic mounting structure is used for fixed connection to the mounting surface of the base. Both ends of the elastic mounting structure are connected to the groove wall of the mounting groove, and the remaining parts of the elastic mounting structure are spaced apart from the groove wall. When the mounting base is fixed to the mounting surface of the base with screws, the elastic mounting structure deforms preferentially under stress, preventing deformation of the mounting base housing due to excessive screw tightening force, thus ensuring the installation accuracy of the button assembly.

[0027] The socket provided by this invention, by applying the above-mentioned mounting base, can prevent the mounting base from deforming under stress and ensure the assembly accuracy of the socket.

[0028] The switch provided by this invention, by applying the above-mentioned mounting base, can prevent the mounting base from deforming under stress, ensure the assembly accuracy of the switch button, and avoid the problem of button jamming. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments of the present invention will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the content of the embodiments of the present invention and these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the switch provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 An exploded view of a switch provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 3 A top view of a switch provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Sectional view at point AA;

[0034] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0035] Figure 6 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point C in the middle;

[0036] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the button and elastic element provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting base provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 9 for Figure 8 Sectional view at point DD.

[0039] Figure label:

[0040] 100-Mounting base; 101-Housing; 1011-Button assembly receiving part; 10111-Mounting through groove; 1012-Electronic component receiving part; 102-Flexible mounting structure; 1021-Mounting part; 1022-Deformable part; 103-Outer shell; 104-Easily broken connecting rib;

[0041] 200 - Circuit board; 201 - Tactile switch;

[0042] 300 - Mounting plate; 301 - Receiving groove; 3011 - Through hole; 302 - Limiting guide ring wall; 3021 - Guide limiting hole; 303 - Rotating shaft;

[0043] 400 - Elastic element; 401 - Deformation cavity; 402 - First abutment part; 403 - Second abutment part;

[0044] 500 - Button; 501 - Guide limiting part; 5011 - Limiting hook; 50111 - Limiting surface; 50112 - Assembly slope; 502 - Third abutting part;

[0045] 600 - Keycap; 601 - Rotating locking part. Detailed Implementation

[0046] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of the present invention, the technical solution of the present invention will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0047] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0048] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0049] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," and "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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 the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used only for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0050] like Figures 1-7 As shown, this embodiment provides a switch, including a mounting base 100 and a button assembly. The mounting base 100 is used to be fixedly connected to the mounting surface of the base, and the button assembly is mounted on the mounting base 100.

[0051] The mounting surface of the base can be a wall or other mounting surface where switches or sockets need to be installed.

[0052] Optionally, the button assembly includes a circuit board 200, a mounting plate 300, an elastic element 400, a button 500, and a button cap 600. Optionally, the mounting base 100 includes a housing 101, which includes a button assembly receiving portion 1011 and an electronic component receiving portion 1012 arranged in a stepped manner. The button assembly is disposed in the button assembly receiving portion 1011, and the electronic components of the switch are disposed in the electronic component receiving portion 1012.

[0053] To improve the tactile feedback of the button assembly, a circuit board 200 is embedded in the mounting base 100, and a tactile switch 201 is provided on the circuit board 200; a mounting plate 300 covers the circuit board 200, and a through hole 3011 corresponding to the tactile switch 201 is provided on the mounting plate 300; a deformable cavity 401 with one end open is provided on the elastic member 400, the elastic member 400 abuts against the mounting plate 300, and the opening of the deformable cavity 401 faces the through hole 3011, and a first abutting part 402 that can abut against the tactile switch 201 is provided in the deformable cavity 401; a button 500 is provided on the elastic member 400, and pressing the button 500 can deform the elastic member 400 to compress the deformable cavity 401, thereby causing the first abutting part 402 to press against and trigger the tactile switch 201.

[0054] When button 500 is pressed, the force acting on button 500 will cause the deformation cavity 401 of elastic element 400 to deform under force. After the elastic element 400 absorbs the deformation and stores energy, it releases the deformation instantly, so that the first abutting part 402 on it can quickly act on the tactile switch 201 to turn it on and off, thereby improving the pressing feel.

[0055] Optionally, the elastic element 400 can be made of silicone to enhance the pressing feel and improve user comfort.

[0056] Optionally, the elastic element 400 can be a bowl-shaped elastic element, with the deformation cavity 401 on it being funnel-shaped. Of course, the elastic element 400 can also be other shapes, as long as it can ensure that the deformation cavity 401 can deform and store energy, thereby improving the user's pressing feel.

[0057] Optionally, to ensure better cooperation between the button 500 and the elastic element 400, and to ensure that the force of pressing the button 500 is transmitted to the elastic element 400, a second abutting part 403 is provided at the end of the elastic element 400 near the button 500, and a third abutting part 502 is provided on the button 500 to abut against the second abutting part 403. When the button 500 is pressed, the third abutting part 502 presses against the second abutting part 403 on the elastic element 400, thereby deforming the deformation cavity 401. The first abutting part 402 inside the deformation cavity 401 passes through the through hole 3011 and abuts against the tactile switch 201 on the circuit board 200.

[0058] Optionally, in order to limit the elastic element 400, the mounting plate 300 is provided with a receiving groove 301, and a through hole 3011 is opened on the bottom of the receiving groove 301, and part of the elastic element 400 is accommodated in the receiving groove 301.

[0059] Optionally, to allow the button 500 to be slidably mounted on the mounting plate 300, the mounting plate 300 is provided with a guide limiting hole 3021. The guide limiting hole 3021 is located on the periphery of the receiving groove 301. The button 500 is provided with a guide limiting part 501, which slidably passes through the guide limiting hole 3021, and the end of the guide limiting part 501 can abut against the bottom surface of the mounting plate 300. When the button 500 is pressed, the cooperation between the guide limiting part 501 and the guide limiting hole 3021 causes the button 500 to move relative to the mounting plate 300, thereby pressing the elastic member 400.

[0060] Preferably, two guide limiting parts 501 are symmetrically arranged on the button 500, and the free ends of the two guide limiting parts 501 extend outward from the button 500. In order to assemble the button 500 onto the mounting plate 300, the guide limiting part 501 is provided with a limiting hook 5011, and the limiting hook 5011 is provided with an assembly inclined surface 50112. When the guide limiting part 501 is inserted into the guide limiting hole 3021, the assembly inclined surface 50112 cooperates with the guide limiting hole 3021, causing the guide limiting part 501 to deform inward toward the button 500, thereby allowing the guide limiting part 501 to be inserted into the guide limiting hole 3021.

[0061] Preferably, the limiting hook 5011 is also provided with a limiting surface 50111. After the guide limiting part 501 is inserted into the guide limiting hole 3021, the limiting hook 5011 of the guide limiting part 501 extends to the outside of the button 500 and the limiting surface 50111 abuts against the bottom surface of the mounting plate 300.

[0062] In this embodiment, a stepped hole is provided on the bottom surface of the mounting plate 300 at the position of the guide limiting hole 3021, and the limiting surface 50111 abuts against the stepped surface of the stepped hole.

[0063] Optionally, to guide the movement of the button 500, a limiting guide ring wall 302 protrudes from the mounting plate 300. The button 500 is housed within the limiting guide ring wall 302, and the outer wall of the button 500 slides against the inner wall of the limiting guide ring wall 302. Further, both the guide limiting hole 3021 and the receiving groove 301 are located within the limiting guide ring wall 302. That is, the end of the elastic member 400 is located within the receiving groove 301, and the button 500 is located within the limiting guide ring wall 302 and covers the outside of the elastic member 400.

[0064] Optionally, the button cap 600 is placed on the outside of the mounting plate 300 to improve the aesthetics of the button assembly, and the pressing force is transmitted to the button 500 by pressing the button cap 600 to realize the on / off control of the tactile switch 201.

[0065] Preferably, a rotating locking portion 601 is provided at the middle position of the keycap 600, and a rotating shaft 303 is provided on the mounting plate 300 opposite to the rotating locking portion 601. The rotating locking portion 601 is rotatably locked onto the rotating shaft 303. Pressing one end of the keycap 600 causes the keycap 600 to press against the key 500. In short, through the rotational engagement of the rotating locking portion 601 on the keycap 600 and the rotating shaft 303 on the mounting plate 300, the keycap 600 forms a rocker-like structure. Pressing one end of the keycap 600 causes the keycap 600 to rotate, and the pressing force is transmitted to the key 500.

[0066] Optionally, to facilitate pressing the button cap 600, the depth of the button assembly receiving portion 1011 gradually changes from deep to shallow, and the button 500 is located at the end of the button assembly receiving portion 1011 with a deeper depth.

[0067] To improve the aesthetics of the switch, the mounting base 100 also includes an outer shell 103, which surrounds the outside of the button assembly receiving portion 1011.

[0068] Optionally, such as Figures 8-9 As shown, the mounting base 100 also includes an elastic mounting structure 102 for fixed connection with the mounting surface of the base. A mounting slot 10111 is provided on the housing 101. Both ends of the elastic mounting structure 102 are connected to the slot wall of the mounting slot 10111, and the remaining parts of the elastic mounting structure 102 are spaced apart from the slot wall of the mounting slot 10111. When the mounting base 100 is fixed to the mounting surface of the base with screws, the elastic mounting structure 102 is preferentially deformed by force, preventing deformation of the housing 101 of the mounting base 100 due to excessive screw tightening force, thus ensuring the installation accuracy of the button assembly.

[0069] Optionally, the flexible mounting structure 102 includes a mounting part 1021 and a deformable part 1022. Both ends of the mounting part 1021 are connected to the deformable part 1022. The deformable part 1022 is used to connect with the groove wall of the mounting through groove 10111. When the mounting part 1021 is subjected to force, the deformable part 1022 can deform.

[0070] Optionally, the cross-sectional shape of the deformable part 1022 is V-shaped, and its opening faces the base mounting surface. When the mounting part 1021 is subjected to force, the V-shape of the deformable part 1022 will change, causing the mounting part 1021 to sink together with the mounting screw. The deformation is absorbed by the deformable part 1022, preventing the housing 101 from twisting and deforming under force.

[0071] Preferably, the mounting part 1021 is a flat plate parallel to the base mounting surface to ensure the fit between the mounting base 100 and the base mounting surface.

[0072] Optionally, the mounting base 100 also includes a breakable connecting rib 104, which is used to connect the mounting part 1021 and the groove wall of the mounting through groove 10111. When the breakable connecting rib 104 breaks, it can make a sound to remind the user that the force of tightening the mounting screws is sufficient, so as to prevent the housing 101 from being twisted and deformed by the force.

[0073] Optionally, the mounting base 100 is a one-piece molded structure to ensure the overall structural strength of the mounting base 100.

[0074] Furthermore, the mounting base 100 is made of plastic material, which serves two purposes: firstly, it provides insulation, and secondly, the easily broken connecting rib 104 can emit a cracking sound when it breaks, thus better alerting the user.

[0075] It should be noted that the mounting base 100 provided in this embodiment can also be applied to sockets to ensure the installation accuracy of the sockets.

[0076] Note that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and the technical principles employed. Those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described herein, and various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions can be made without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, although the present invention has been described in detail through the above embodiments, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and may include many other equivalent embodiments without departing from the concept of the present invention, the scope of which is determined by the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A mounting base characterized by, include: The housing (101) has an installation through groove (10111) on it. A flexible mounting structure (102) is used for fixed connection with the mounting surface of the base. Both ends of the flexible mounting structure (102) are connected to the groove wall of the mounting through groove (10111), and the remaining parts of the flexible mounting structure (102) are spaced apart from the groove wall of the mounting through groove (10111). The flexible mounting structure (102) includes a mounting part (1021) and a deformable part (1022). Both ends of the mounting part (1021) are connected to the deformable part (1022). The deformable part (1022) is used to connect with the groove wall of the mounting through groove (10111). The cross-sectional shape of the deformable part (1022) is V-shaped, and its opening faces the mounting surface of the base. The mounting part (1021) is a flat plate parallel to the mounting surface of the base. When the mounting part (1021) is subjected to force, the V-shaped cross-section of the deformable part (1022) changes direction. The shape will change, causing the mounting part (1021) to sink along with the mounting screws. The deformation is absorbed by the deformation part (1022), preventing the shell (101) from being twisted and deformed under force. The easily broken connecting rib (104) is used to connect the mounting part (1021) and the groove wall of the mounting through groove (10111). When the easily broken connecting rib (104) breaks, it can make a sound.

2. The mounting pedestal of claim 1, wherein The mounting base (100) is a one-piece molded structure.

3. The mounting pedestal of claim 2, wherein, The mounting base (100) is made of plastic material.

4. A socket, characterized in that Includes the mounting base (100) as described in any one of claims 1-3.

5. A switch, characterized by The device includes a button assembly and a mounting base (100) as described in any one of claims 1-3, the mounting base (100) being fixedly connected to the mounting surface of the base, and the button assembly being mounted on the mounting base (100).

6. The switch of claim 5, wherein The button assembly includes: A circuit board (200) is embedded in the mounting base (100), and a tactile switch (201) is provided on the circuit board (200). A mounting plate (300) is provided on the circuit board (200), and the mounting plate (300) has through holes (3011) corresponding to the tactile switch (201). An elastic member (400) has a deformable cavity (401) with an open end. The elastic member (400) abuts against the mounting plate (300), and the opening of the deformable cavity (401) faces the through hole (3011). A first abutting part (402) is provided in the deformable cavity (401) that can abut against the tactile switch (201). A button (500) is disposed on the elastic member (400). Pressing the button (500) can deform the elastic member (400) and compress the deformation cavity (401), thereby causing the first abutting part (402) to press against and trigger the tactile switch (201).

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