switch assembly

Abstract

The present invention provides a switch assembly, which includes a functional module and a transmission assembly. The functional module is provided with a swinging member, and the swinging member can be driven to switch the switch assembly between a closed state and an open state. The transmission assembly includes a first transmission member and a second transmission member. The second transmission member is provided between the first transmission member and the swinging member, the first transmission member can be driven to rotate, the second transmission member can rotate under the drive of the first transmission member, and the second transmission member is rotatably connected to the swinging member and can drive the swinging member to swing. The switch assembly of the present invention can not only reduce the rotation angle of the button, but also realize the swinging member swinging in different directions by driving only one end of the swinging member. It has a simple structure, high reliability, and is easy to produce and assemble.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of low-voltage electrical equipment, and in particular to a switching assembly. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most existing switch devices connect their buttons directly to their internal oscillating components to drive the opening and closing of the internal conductive parts. In this structure, the rotation angle of the button is consistent with the swing angle of the oscillating component, which limits the overall thickness of the switch device. The switch device needs to be relatively thick both inside and outside the wall, thus restricting its appearance.

[0003] Although some existing designs propose setting a rocker arm or lever on each side of the oscillating component, and operating the oscillating component by pressing the rocker arm or lever on both sides with a button, thereby achieving the effect of driving the oscillating component to swing at a larger swing angle with a smaller rotation angle of the button, and reducing the thickness of the switching device, the related design structure is complex, its production and assembly are inconvenient, and its reliability is poor. For example, if the rocker arm or lever on one side fails, the switching device will become unusable. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a switch assembly that can reduce the rotation angle of the switch button without reducing the swing amplitude of the swing member, thereby reducing the overall thickness of the switch assembly, and has a simple structure and high reliability.

[0005] This invention provides a switch assembly comprising a functional module and a transmission assembly. The functional module includes a swing element that can be driven to switch the switch assembly between a closed and open state. The transmission assembly includes a first transmission element and a second transmission element. The second transmission element is disposed between the first transmission element and the swing element. The first transmission element can be driven to rotate, and the second transmission element can rotate under the drive of the first transmission element. The second transmission element is rotatably connected to the swing element and can drive the swing element to swing. This invention eliminates the need for levers or rockers distributed on both sides of the swing element. By providing a transmission assembly and connecting it to one side of the swing element, not only can the rotation angle of the button be reduced, but also the swing element can be swung in different directions by driving only one end. It has a simple structure, high reliability, and is easy to manufacture and assemble.

[0006] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, the second transmission member and the first transmission member are connected by a first connecting shaft.

[0007] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, the first rotation axis of the first transmission member and the first connecting axis of the first connecting shaft are located on both sides of the second rotation axis of the second transmission member.

[0008] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, a flange is provided on the surface of the second transmission member facing the first transmission member, and the first connecting shaft is disposed on the flange. By providing a flange and disposing of the first connecting shaft at the flange position, the overall thickness of the transmission assembly can be reduced, thereby reducing the thickness of the switching device.

[0009] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, the oscillating member and the second transmission member are connected by a second connecting shaft.

[0010] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, the second connecting shaft is located at one end of the oscillating member away from the first connecting shaft.

[0011] In another illustrative embodiment of the switch assembly of the present invention, the distance between the second connecting axis of the second connecting shaft and the second rotation axis of the second transmission member is greater than the distance between the second connecting axis and the third rotation axis of the swing member, which can further reduce the requirement for the button rotation angle and further reduce the overall thickness of the switch device.

[0012] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, the second rotation axis and the second connecting axis are located on both sides of the third rotation axis.

[0013] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, the first transmission member and the second transmission member are rotatably connected to the functional module.

[0014] In another illustrative embodiment of the switch assembly of the present invention, the first transmission member is connected to the functional module via a first rotating shaft thereon, and the second transmission member is connected to the functional module via a second rotating shaft thereon.

[0015] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, a second opening is provided on the second transmission member, and one end of the swing member can extend out of the second opening, which can further reduce the overall thickness of the switching device.

[0016] In another illustrative embodiment of the switch assembly of the present invention, the switch assembly further includes a panel capable of driving the first transmission member to rotate.

[0017] In another illustrative embodiment of the switch assembly of the present invention, the panel is connected to the first transmission member by a snap-fit.

[0018] In another illustrative embodiment of the switching assembly of the present invention, a first opening is provided on the first transmission member, and one end of the swing member can extend out of the first opening, which can further reduce the overall thickness of the switching device. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, which will make the above and other features and advantages of the present invention more apparent to those skilled in the art. In the drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 This is an exploded structural diagram of an illustrative embodiment of a switching device employing the switching assembly of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the switch assembly.

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the first transmission component.

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the second transmission component.

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the swinging component.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the switching assembly of the present invention.

[0026] The reference numerals in the attached figures are as follows:

[0027] 10 panels

[0028] 20 functional modules

[0029] 21. Swing component

[0030] 211 Third Rotation Axis

[0031] 212 Second connecting shaft

[0032] 30 Transmission Components

[0033] 31 First transmission component

[0034] 311 First Rotating Axis

[0035] 312 First connecting part

[0036] 313 First Opening

[0037] 314 Third Opening

[0038] 32 Second transmission component

[0039] 321 Second Rotating Axis

[0040] 322 First connecting shaft

[0041] 323 Second opening

[0042] 324 Groove

[0043] 325 flange

[0044] 326 Second connecting part

[0045] 40 mounting brackets

[0046] X1 First rotation axis

[0047] X2 Second rotation axis

[0048] X3 Third Rotation Axis

[0049] Y1 First connecting axis

[0050] Y2 Second Connecting Axis Detailed Implementation

[0051] To provide a clearer understanding of the technical features, objectives, and effects of the present invention, specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same reference numerals indicate components with the same or similar structures but the same function.

[0052] In this document, “illustrative” means “serving as an example, illustration or description”, and any illustration or implementation described herein as “illustrative” should not be construed as a more preferred or advantageous technical solution.

[0053] In this document, terms such as "first" and "second" do not indicate their importance or order, but are only used to distinguish them to facilitate the description of the document.

[0054] To keep the drawings concise, only the parts relevant to the invention are shown schematically in each figure, and they do not represent the actual structure of the product. Furthermore, for ease of understanding, in some figures, only one of the components with the same structure or function is shown schematically, or only one is labeled.

[0055] See Figure 1 It shows an exploded structural schematic diagram of a switching device having a switching assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] The switching device includes a panel 10, a transmission assembly 30, a functional module 20, and a mounting bracket 40. The functional module 20 includes a swing member 21, which can be driven to switch the switching assembly between a closed and open state. The transmission assembly 30 includes a first transmission member 31 and a second transmission member 32. The second transmission member 32 is disposed between the first transmission member 31 and the swing member 21. The first transmission member 31 can be driven to rotate, and the second transmission member 32 can rotate under the drive of the first transmission member 31. The second transmission member 32 is rotatably connected to the swing member 21 and can drive the swing member 21 to swing. The switching assembly of this embodiment eliminates the need for rocker arms or levers distributed on both sides of the swing member 21. By providing the transmission assembly 30 and connecting it to one side of the swing member 21, not only can the rotation angle of the button be reduced, but the swing member 21 can also be swung in different directions by driving only one end. Its structure is simple, highly reliable, and easy to manufacture and assemble.

[0057] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the switch device can be equipped with a panel 10 as a button. A latch can be provided on the panel 10, and a third opening 314 can be provided on the first transmission member 31. The panel 10 and the first transmission member 31 are connected via the latch and the third opening 314. When the panel 10 is pressed, the panel 10 can drive the first transmission member 31 to rotate. Alternatively, the first transmission member 31 of the switch assembly of the present invention can be directly used as the button of the switch device without the need for a separate panel 10; this is not a limitation.

[0058] See Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the switch assembly. Figure 2 The intermediate transmission assembly 30 is assembled into the functional module 20. The first transmission member 31 and the second transmission member 32 are pivotally connected to the functional module 20, respectively. Specifically, a first rotating shaft 311 can be provided on the first transmission member 31, and an opening that mates with the first rotating shaft 311 can be provided on the functional module 20. A second rotating shaft 321 can be provided on the second transmission member 32, and an opening that mates with the second rotating shaft 321 can be provided on the functional module 20. Alternatively, a rotating shaft can be provided on the functional module 20, and a corresponding opening can be provided on the transmission assembly. The second transmission member 32 is connected to the first transmission member 31 through a first connecting shaft 322. The swing member 21 is connected to the second transmission member 32 through a second connecting shaft 212. The first connecting shaft 322 can be configured as follows: Figure 4 The second transmission member 32 shown can also be installed on the first transmission member 31; this is not a limitation. The second connecting shaft 212 can be installed as shown. Figure 5 The device shown is located on the swing member 21, but it can also be located on the second transmission member 32; there is no limitation on this.

[0059] See Figure 3 It shows Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the first transmission component. One end of the first transmission component 31 is provided with a first connecting portion 312 for engaging with the first connecting shaft 322. When the first transmission component 31 is subjected to a driving force in the direction of the functional module 20, it can rotate around the first rotating shaft 311, and through the first connecting portion 312, it acts on the first connecting shaft 322 of the second transmission component 32 to drive the second transmission component 32 to rotate. The first transmission component 31 may be provided with a first opening 313, and the end of the swing member 21 can extend out of the first opening 313 to reduce the overall thickness of the switching device.

[0060] The first transmission component 31 may also be provided with a third opening 314 for engaging with the snap fastener of the panel 10.

[0061] See Figure 4 It shows Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the second transmission component. One end of the second transmission component 32 is provided with a first connecting shaft 322. When the first transmission component 31 drives the second transmission component 32, the second transmission component 32 rotates around the second rotating shaft 321 and acts on the second connecting shaft 212 of the swing component 21 through the second connecting part 326 to drive the swing component 21 to rotate. A second opening 323 may be provided on the second transmission component 32, and the end of the swing component 21 can extend out of the second opening 323 to reduce the overall thickness of the switching device. A flange 325 may be provided on the surface of the second transmission component 32 facing the first transmission component 31, and the first connecting shaft 322 may be provided on the flange 325. By providing a flange and placing the first connecting shaft at the flange position, the overall thickness of the transmission assembly can be reduced, thereby reducing the thickness of the switching device. A groove 324 may also be provided on the surface of the second transmission component 32 facing the first transmission component 31 to accommodate the buckle on the panel 10.

[0062] See Figure 5 It shows Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the oscillating component. The oscillating component 21 has a third rotating shaft 211 and a second connecting shaft 212. The oscillating component 21 is connected to the functional module 20 via the third rotating shaft 211. The second connecting shaft 212 is located at the end of the oscillating component 21 away from the first connecting shaft 322. The second rotating axis X2 and the second connecting axis Y2 are located on opposite sides of the third rotating axis X3. When the second transmission component 32 drives the oscillating component 21 to oscillate via the second connecting part 326, the oscillating component 21 rotates around the third rotating axis X3, thereby switching the switch assembly between a closed state and an open state.

[0063] See Figure 6The diagram shows a partial structural schematic of the switch assembly of the present invention. A first transmission member 31 and a second transmission member 32 are connected by a first connecting shaft 322, and the second transmission member 32 is connected to one end of the oscillating member 21 via a second connecting shaft 212. The first rotation axis X1 of the first transmission member 31 and the first connecting axis Y1 of the first connecting shaft 322 are located on opposite sides of the second rotation axis X2. When the transmission assembly 30 is driven, the first transmission member 31 rotates around the first rotation axis X1, and the second transmission member 32 rotates around the second rotation axis X2. When the transmission assembly 30 rotates, since the first connecting shaft 322 and the first connecting portion 312 of the transmission assembly 30 have the same stroke, and the distance between the first rotation axis X1 and the first connecting axis Y1 is greater than the distance between the second rotation axis X2 and the first connecting axis Y1, the rotation angle of the first transmission member 31 is smaller than the rotation angle of the second transmission member 32. This reduces the requirement for the button rotation angle, lowers the overall thickness of the switch device, and enables the oscillating member to swing in different directions by driving only one end of the oscillating member. Its structure is simple, highly reliable, and easy to manufacture and assemble.

[0064] When the second transmission member 32 drives the swing member 21 to swing, since the second connecting part 326 of the second transmission member 32 and the second connecting shaft 212 of the swing member 21 have the same stroke, and the distance between the second connecting axis Y2 of the second connecting shaft 212 and the second rotation axis X2 of the second transmission member 32 is greater than the distance between the second connecting axis Y2 and the third rotation axis X3 of the swing member 21, the rotation angle of the second transmission member 32 is smaller than the swing angle of the swing member 21. Without changing the swing angle of the swing member, the required rotation angle of the button is further reduced, and the overall thickness of the switch device can be further reduced.

[0065] It should be understood that although this specification is described according to various embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This way of describing the specification is only for clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0066] The detailed descriptions listed above are merely specific illustrations of feasible embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. All equivalent implementations or modifications made without departing from the spirit of the present invention, such as combinations, divisions or repetitions of features, should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A switching assembly, characterized in that, include: Functional module (20) having a swing element (21) that can be driven to switch the switch assembly between a closed state and an open state; as well as The transmission assembly (30) includes a first transmission member (31) and a second transmission member (32), the second transmission member (32) being disposed between the first transmission member (31) and the swing member (21), the first transmission member (31) being able to be driven to rotate, the second transmission member (32) being able to rotate under the drive of the first transmission member (31), and the second transmission member (32) being rotatably connected to the swing member (21) and able to drive the swing member (21) to swing.

2. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second transmission component (32) is connected to the first transmission component (31) through a first connecting shaft (322).

3. The switching assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first rotation axis (X1) of the first transmission member (31) and the first connecting axis (Y1) of the first connecting shaft (322) are located on both sides of the second rotation axis (X2) of the second transmission member (32).

4. The switching assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second transmission member (32) has a flange (325) on its surface facing the first transmission member (31), and the first connecting shaft (322) is disposed on the flange (325).

5. The switching assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The swing member (21) and the second transmission member (32) are connected by a second connecting shaft (212).

6. The switching assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second connecting shaft (212) is located on the swing member (21) at one end away from the first connecting shaft (322).

7. The switching assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The distance between the second connecting axis (Y2) of the second connecting shaft (212) and the second rotation axis (X2) of the second transmission member (32) is greater than the distance between the second connecting axis (Y2) and the third rotation axis (X3) of the swing member (21).

8. The switching assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second rotation axis (X2) and the second connecting axis (Y2) are located on both sides of the third rotation axis (X3).

9. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first transmission component (31) and the second transmission component (32) are rotatably connected to the functional module (20).

10. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first transmission component (31) is connected to the functional module (20) via a first rotating shaft (311) thereon, and the second transmission component (32) is connected to the functional module (20) via a second rotating shaft (321) thereon.

11. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second transmission member (32) is provided with a second opening (323), and one end of the swing member (21) can extend out of the second opening (323).

12. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a panel (10) that can drive the first transmission member (31) to rotate.

13. The switching assembly according to claim 12, characterized in that, The panel (10) is connected to the first transmission member (31) by a snap fastener.

14. The switching assembly according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first transmission member (31) is provided with a first opening (313), and one end of the swing member (21) can extend out of the first opening (313).

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