Turnover type battery box

Abstract

The utility model discloses a turnover type battery box which comprises a shell, a battery bin for placing a battery and a pressing self-locking switch, the interior of the shell is used for containing the battery bin, and a window communicated with the interior of the shell is formed in the side wall of the shell. The battery compartment comprises a rotating end and a free end, the rotating end is rotationally arranged in the shell, and the free end swings around the rotating end and is unfolded outside the shell through swinging out of the window or stored in the shell through swinging in of the window; a pressing self-locking switch is arranged in the shell, a clamping hook piece is arranged on the side, facing the interior of the shell, of the free end of the battery bin, and the free end of the battery bin swings towards the interior of the shell till the clamping hook piece triggers the pressing self-locking switch and is locked by the pressing self-locking switch; in the locking state, the free end of the battery bin is pressed, so that the clamping hook piece is unlocked, the self-locking switch is pressed and popped out, and the free end of the battery bin is popped out of the shell. The turnover type battery box is convenient to open and close, and the battery is convenient to replace and maintain.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of smart bathroom products technology, and in particular to a flip-type battery box. Background Technology

[0002] With the widespread adoption of sensor-operated bathroom fixtures, style, convenience, comfort, and energy efficiency have become the consensus across the industry. The intelligentization of bathroom fixtures is a major manifestation of modern bathroom design. These intelligent fixtures, such as smart toilets and sensor faucets, often require batteries as a power source to support their various intelligent functions. Therefore, the battery compartment, as a crucial component of these intelligent fixtures, directly impacts the user experience and ease of maintenance. Traditional battery compartment designs often suffer from inconvenient opening and closing, and difficulties in battery replacement, resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a flip-type battery box that is easy to open and close, and facilitates battery replacement and maintenance.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the solution of this utility model is: a flip-type battery box, including a shell, a battery compartment for placing batteries, and a press-lock switch; the interior of the shell is for accommodating the battery compartment, and a window communicating with the interior is opened on the side wall of the shell;

[0005] The battery compartment includes a rotating end and a free end. The rotating end is rotatably disposed inside the housing, and the free end swings around the rotating end, either swinging out through a window to unfold outside the housing or swinging in through a window to be stored inside the housing.

[0006] The housing is equipped with a self-locking switch. The free end of the battery compartment is equipped with a hook on the side facing the inside of the housing. When the free end of the battery compartment swings into the housing, the hook triggers the self-locking switch and is locked by the self-locking switch.

[0007] In the locked state, press the free end of the battery compartment to unlock the latch and press the self-locking switch to pop out, thereby ejecting the free end of the battery compartment to the outside of the housing.

[0008] Furthermore, the press-lock switch includes a bracket, a slider, a rocker arm, and an elastic element;

[0009] The sliding component is installed inside the bracket and slides up and down along the bracket. The lower end of the sliding component has a gripper, which closes or opens as the sliding component slides up and down. The bracket is equipped with a guide rail, which is lightning-shaped with the left side higher than the right side. The upper end of the swing rod slides along the guide rail and engages with the sliding component, swinging left and right relative to the sliding component. The elastic element abuts between the upper end of the sliding component and the bracket.

[0010] Furthermore, the battery compartment is rotatably mounted on the housing via a cover. One end of the cover is pivotally connected to the inside of the housing, and the other end swings around the pivot. The battery compartment is fixed to the cover. When the battery compartment is stored inside the housing, the cover is tightly fastened to the window of the housing, and the outer surface of the cover is flush with the outer surface of the housing.

[0011] Furthermore, the housing has rotating seats on both sides of the window, and correspondingly, the cover has a rotating shaft, which is pivotally connected to the rotating seats, thereby allowing the cover to rotate relative to the housing.

[0012] Furthermore, the cover is provided with a plurality of first mounting positions, and the battery compartment is provided with a second mounting position at the position corresponding to the first mounting position. The first mounting positions and the second mounting positions correspond one-to-one and are detachably fixedly connected by fasteners.

[0013] Furthermore, a fixing seat is provided inside the housing. The fixing seat has a U-shaped cross-section and is fixed at the window with its lower opening facing the window. A receiving cavity for the battery compartment is formed between the fixing seat and the housing. The press-locking switch is provided on the fixing seat.

[0014] Furthermore, the side of the fixing base near the rotating end of the battery compartment and adjacent to the lower opening of the U-shaped fixing base has a side opening, and the lower opening and the side opening are connected.

[0015] Furthermore, the housing has several first mounting posts distributed around the window, and the fixing base has second mounting posts at positions corresponding to the mounting posts. The first mounting posts and the second mounting posts correspond one-to-one and are detachably fixedly connected by fasteners.

[0016] Furthermore, the mounting post has internal threads, and the fastener is a bolt, which is threadedly connected to a set of first and second mounting posts.

[0017] Furthermore, the top of the fixing base protrudes from the inside out, forming a fixing chamber for fixing the self-locking switch by pressing.

[0018] After adopting the above solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] Firstly, by adopting a flip-type design, the battery compartment of this invention achieves the goals of convenient opening and closing and simple operation. Users can easily switch between the battery compartment being unfolded outside the casing and stored and fixed inside the casing by simply pressing the free end of the battery compartment, without having to completely remove the battery compartment, greatly improving the convenience of battery replacement and maintenance. The self-locking switch not only ensures the battery compartment is firmly locked in the stored state, but also automatically pops out the free end of the battery compartment when unlocked through its elastic mechanism, providing users with a more effortless and efficient operating experience.

[0020] Furthermore, the battery box of this invention has a compact structure and reasonable design, effectively utilizing the internal space of the casing, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing and neat overall appearance. At the same time, the flip-top design avoids the problems of inconvenient opening and closing and difficult battery replacement associated with traditional battery boxes, thus improving the user experience.

[0021] Finally, the battery box of this utility model also has good versatility and expandability, and can be widely used in various smart bathroom products, such as smart toilets and sensor faucets, providing stable and reliable power support for the intelligent functions of these products. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a flip-type battery box according to an embodiment of the present invention (battery compartment storage state);

[0023] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of a flip-type battery box according to an embodiment of the present invention (battery compartment unfolded);

[0024] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of a flip-type battery box according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of a flip-type battery box according to an embodiment of the present invention (battery compartment storage state);

[0026] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of a flip-type battery box according to an embodiment of the present invention (battery compartment unfolded);

[0027] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of a push-lock switch according to an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view (in the self-locking state) of a press-locking switch and a latching component according to an embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view (unlocked state) of a press-lock switch and a latching component according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0030] Label Explanation:

[0031] 1. Housing; 11. Window; 12. Rotating seat; 13. First mounting post;

[0032] 2. Battery compartment; 21. Second mounting position; 22. Clip-on component;

[0033] 3. Face cover; 31. First mounting position; 32. Rotating shaft;

[0034] 4. Fixing base; 41. Bottom opening; 42. Side opening; 43. Second mounting post; 44. Fixing chamber; 441. Card holder;

[0035] 5. Press-lock switch; 51. Bracket; 511. Locking block; 512. Guide rail; 52. Sliding component; 521. Gripper; 53. Rocker arm; 54. Elastic component;

[0036] 6. Battery. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0038] This utility model provides a flip-type battery box, such as Figures 1 to 8 As shown, it includes a housing 1, a battery compartment 2, and a press-lock switch 5. The battery compartment 2 is used to safely and securely house the battery 6, ensuring convenient and reliable power supply. The battery 6 is detachably installed inside the battery compartment 2.

[0039] like Figure 2 and 3 As shown, a window 11 is provided on the side wall of the housing 1, leading to its interior. The battery compartment 2 enters and exits the housing 1 through this window 11. A cover 3 is provided at the window 11, with one end of the cover 3 pivotally connected to the interior of the housing 1 and the other end swinging around the pivot. The cover 3 can swing outward from the interior of the housing 1 through the window 11, unfolding outside the housing 1, or swing inward from the exterior of the housing 1 through the window 11, retracting inside the housing 1. Here, when the cover 3 is retracted inside the housing 1, the cover 3 is tightly fastened to the window 11 of the housing 1, and the cover 3 and the housing 1 form an airtight seal, effectively improving the sealing and moisture-proof performance of the battery box housing 1, ensuring that the internal components are not affected by external environmental factors. Moreover, the outer surface of the cover 3 is flush with the outer surface of the housing 1, which not only further improves the sealing and moisture-proof performance of the battery box housing 1, but also improves the overall aesthetics of the battery box.

[0040] The specific structure of the rotating connection between the cover 3 and the housing 1 is as follows: the housing 1 has rotating seats 12 on both sides of the window 11 inside, and correspondingly, the cover 3 has rotating shafts 32 on both sides. The rotating shafts 32 are pivotally connected to the rotating seats 12, thereby realizing the smooth and stable rotation function of the cover 3 relative to the housing 1.

[0041] like Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the battery compartment 2 is fixed to the cover 3 and rotates synchronously with the cover 3. When the cover 3 is unfolded outside the housing 1, the battery compartment 2 is also exposed, greatly facilitating battery replacement and maintenance and significantly improving the user experience. When the cover 3 is retracted inside the housing 1, the battery compartment 2 is hidden, effectively enhancing the sealing of the battery compartment, preventing dust and moisture from entering, and protecting battery safety.

[0042] To further enhance the flexibility and maintainability of the battery compartment 2 and the cover 3, a detachable installation design is adopted between them. Specifically, as follows: Figure 3 As shown, the faceplate 3 has several first mounting positions 31, and correspondingly, the battery compartment 2 has several second mounting positions 21. The first mounting positions 31 and second mounting positions 21 correspond one-to-one and are detachably fixed together by fasteners (not shown in the figure). In a preferred embodiment of this invention, both the first mounting positions 31 and the second mounting positions 21 have internal threads, and the fasteners are bolts. By tightening the bolts, each set of first mounting positions 31 and second mounting positions 21 can be firmly locked together, ensuring structural stability and facilitating subsequent disassembly and assembly, providing great convenience for the user.

[0043] As a further improvement to the structure, such as Figures 3 to 5 As shown, a fixing seat 4 is also provided inside the housing 1. The fixing seat 4 is shaped to match the battery compartment 2, and its cross-section is U-shaped. The U-shaped fixing seat 4 is fixed to the window 11 with its lower opening 41 facing the window 11. The fixing seat 4 and the housing 1 form a receiving cavity for the battery compartment 2. Here, the side of the fixing seat 4 near the rotating end of the battery compartment 2 and adjacent to the lower opening 41 of the U-shaped fixing seat 4 has a side opening 42. This side opening 42 communicates with the lower opening 41, forming a spacious clearance space. This design ensures that when the cover 3 and the battery compartment 2 swing, whether they are unfolded from the inside of the housing 1 or retracted from the outside, they can move freely and smoothly in this clearance space without being obstructed.

[0044] The specific installation method of the mounting base 4 and the housing 1 is as follows: Figure 3As shown, the housing 1 has several first mounting posts 13 distributed around the window 11, and the fixing base 4 has several second mounting posts 43. Each first mounting post 13 corresponds to one second mounting post 43, and they are detachably connected by fasteners. In this embodiment, both the first mounting posts 13 and the second mounting posts 43 have internal threads, and bolts are used as fasteners. By tightening the bolts, each set of first mounting posts 13 and second mounting posts 43 can be firmly locked together, forming a stable and reliable connection structure. This connection method not only ensures a tight fit between the fixing base 4 and the housing 1, but also makes the assembly and disassembly process exceptionally simple, providing great convenience for subsequent maintenance by the user.

[0045] This invention utilizes a press-locking switch 5 to achieve flexible switching between the battery compartment 2 being deployed outside the housing 1 and retracted and fixed inside the housing 1. The specific implementation method is as follows:

[0046] like Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the top of the fixing base 4 protrudes from the inside out, forming a fixing chamber 44 for fixing the self-locking switch 5. A retaining seat 441 is provided on the side wall of the fixing chamber 44. Correspondingly, the outer side of the bracket 51 of the self-locking switch 5 has a retaining block 511 that cooperates with the retaining seat 441. When the retaining block 511 of the bracket 51 is tightly engaged with the retaining seat 441 of the fixing chamber 44, the self-locking switch 5 is securely fixed inside the fixing chamber 44.

[0047] like Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the free end of the battery compartment 2, facing the interior of the housing 1, is equipped with a hook 22. It should be noted that the battery compartment 2 is defined here as a structure with a rotating end and a free end. The rotating end is the end that rotates relative to the housing 1, while the free end is the end outside the rotating end that is not bound by the housing 1 and swings around the rotating end. Therefore, when the battery compartment 2 is unfolded outside the housing 1, the user only needs to apply an external force to the free end of the battery compartment 2 towards the interior of the housing 1, and the free end of the battery compartment 2 will swing inwards towards the housing 1. During this process, the hook 22 on the battery compartment 2 will gradually approach and trigger the self-locking switch 5. Once the hook 22 is captured and fixed by the self-locking switch 5, the battery compartment 2 achieves a retracted and locked state. When the battery compartment 2 is retracted inside the housing 1 and needs to be unfolded again, the user only needs to press the free end of the battery compartment 2 again to unlock the hook 22 and disengage it from the self-locking switch 5, at which point the battery compartment 2 can swing freely.

[0048] like Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, when the cover 3 of the battery compartment 2 is stored and fixed inside the housing 1, the outer surface of the cover 3 remains flush with the outer surface of the housing 1. Therefore, when the latch 22 successfully disengages from the self-locking switch 5, the cover 3 is naturally exposed outside the housing 1, providing the user with intuitive visual feedback and ensuring that the user can easily identify and operate the opening of the battery compartment 2. This effectively avoids the embarrassing situation of being unable to open the battery compartment 2 due to structural problems. Furthermore, the self-locking switch 5 is not only used for locking, but its built-in spring mechanism also plays a crucial role. When the latch 22 is unlocked, the spring force provided by the self-locking switch 5 acts as an assist, pushing the free end of the battery compartment 2 slightly out of the housing 1, providing the user with the initial power to open the battery compartment 2.

[0049] The push-to-lock switch 5 is a commercially available switch, such as... Figure 6 As shown, the assembly includes a bracket 51, a slider 52, a swing rod 53, and an elastic element 54. The slider 52 is disposed within the bracket 51 and slides up and down along the bracket 51. The lower end of the slider 52 has a gripper 521, which closes or opens as the slider 52 slides up and down. The bracket 51 is provided with a guide rail 512, which is lightning-shaped with the left side higher than the right side. The upper end of the swing rod 53 slides along the guide rail 512 and engages with the slider 52, allowing it to swing left and right relative to the slider 52. The elastic element 54 abuts against the upper end of the slider 52 and the bracket 51.

[0050] When the user needs to lock battery compartment 2, refer to Figures 7 to 8 The process involves simply using the hook 22 to lift the slider 52 upwards, which compresses the elastic element 54 and drives the swing rod 53 to move upwards. The swing rod 53 moves upwards along the guide rail 512 and deflects to the left, engaging with the higher guide rail 512 on the left side, thereby fixing the slider 52. At this time, the claw 521 at the lower end of the slider 52 is squeezed inwards by the side wall of the bracket 51, thus clamping the hook and locking the cover 3 and battery compartment 2 onto the housing 1.

[0051] When a user needs to unlock battery compartment 2, refer to... Figures 8 to 7 The process involves simply lifting the slider 52 upwards again using the hook, causing the lever 53 to deflect to the right, disengaging from the higher left guide rail 512 and entering the lower right guide rail 512. At this point, the slider 52 moves downwards under the restoring force of the elastic element 54. As the slider 52 descends, the gripper 521 gradually unfolds until it completely disengages from the hook 22 of the battery compartment 2, unlocking the device and causing the cover 3 and battery compartment 2 to pop open.

[0052] To further illustrate the various embodiments, the present invention provides accompanying drawings. These drawings are part of the disclosure of the present invention and are mainly used to illustrate the embodiments, and can be used in conjunction with the relevant descriptions in the specification to explain the operating principles of the embodiments. With reference to these drawings, those skilled in the art should be able to understand other possible implementations and the advantages of the present invention. Components in the drawings are not drawn to scale, and similar component symbols are generally used to represent similar components.

[0053] Furthermore, the directions such as front, back, left, and right mentioned in this embodiment are only for reference and do not represent the actual directions in use. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0054] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the design of this case. All equivalent changes made based on the key design of this case shall fall within the protection scope of this case.

Claims

1. A flip battery pack, characterized by: It includes a housing, a battery compartment for holding the battery, and a press-lock switch; the interior of the housing is for accommodating the battery compartment, and a window is provided on the side wall of the housing to communicate with its interior; The battery compartment includes a rotating end and a free end. The rotating end is rotatably disposed inside the housing, and the free end swings around the rotating end, either swinging out through a window to unfold outside the housing or swinging in through a window to be stored inside the housing. The housing is equipped with a self-locking switch. The free end of the battery compartment is equipped with a hook on the side facing the inside of the housing. When the free end of the battery compartment swings into the housing, the hook triggers the self-locking switch and is locked by the self-locking switch. In the locked state, press the free end of the battery compartment to unlock the latch and press the self-locking switch to pop out, thereby ejecting the free end of the battery compartment to the outside of the housing.

2. A flip cover as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The press-locking switch includes a bracket, a slider, a rocker arm, and an elastic element; The sliding component is installed inside the bracket and slides up and down along the bracket. The lower end of the sliding component has a gripper, which closes or opens as the sliding component slides up and down. The bracket is equipped with a guide rail, which is lightning-shaped with the left side higher than the right side. The upper end of the swing rod slides along the guide rail and engages with the sliding component, swinging left and right relative to the sliding component. The elastic element abuts between the upper end of the sliding component and the bracket.

3. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The battery compartment is rotatably mounted on the housing via a cover. One end of the cover is pivotally connected to the inside of the housing, and the other end swings around the pivot. The battery compartment is fixed to the cover. When the battery compartment is stored inside the housing, the cover is tightly fastened to the window of the housing, and the outer surface of the cover is flush with the outer surface of the housing.

4. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The housing has rotating seats on both sides of the window, and correspondingly, the cover has a rotating shaft, which is pivotally connected to the rotating seats, thereby allowing the cover to rotate relative to the housing.

5. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The cover has several first mounting positions, and the battery compartment has a second mounting position at the position corresponding to the first mounting position. The first mounting positions and the second mounting positions correspond one-to-one and are detachably fixedly connected by fasteners.

6. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The housing has a fixed seat inside, the fixed seat has a U-shaped cross section, and the U-shaped fixed seat is fixed at the window with its lower opening facing the window. The fixed seat and the housing form a receiving cavity for the battery compartment to be accommodated. The press-lock switch is set on the fixed seat.

7. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The fixed base has a side opening on the side near the rotating end of the battery compartment and adjacent to the lower opening of the U-shaped fixed base, and the lower opening and the side opening are connected.

8. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The housing has several first mounting posts distributed around the window. The mounting base has second mounting posts at positions corresponding to the mounting posts. The first mounting posts and the second mounting posts correspond one-to-one and are detachably fixedly connected by fasteners.

9. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 8, characterized in that: The mounting post has internal threads, and the fastener is a bolt, which is threadedly connected to a set of first and second mounting posts.

10. A flip-type battery box as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The top of the fixing base protrudes from the inside out, forming a fixing chamber for the self-locking switch to be fixed by pressing.

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