Silica gel button structure with waterproof performance

By setting a waterproof wall around the edge of the silicone button and filling it with waterproof adhesive, and adding waterproof PET to the bottom of the flexible circuit, the problem of incomplete waterproofing of traditional silicone buttons is solved, achieving an all-around waterproof effect and meeting the IP65 waterproofing requirements.

CN223842802UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27SUZHOU MENHOW ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520247586.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-17
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional silicone buttons are only waterproof at the top, while the bottom side near the circuit board is not waterproof. This can cause water vapor leakage, leading to short circuits and shortening the lifespan of the buttons.

Method used

A waterproof wall extending downwards is set at the edge of the silicone button, and waterproof adhesive is filled between the waterproof wall and the flexible circuit. At the same time, waterproof PET is set on the bottom side of the flexible circuit to form an all-round waterproof structure.

Benefits of technology

The silicone buttons achieve an IP65 waterproof rating on both the top and bottom sides, meeting the waterproof requirements of special usage scenarios and extending their service life.

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Abstract

A silica gel key structure with waterproof performance comprises a silica gel key, a light guide film and a flexible circuit which are stacked up and down, a waterproof wall extending to the bottom side is formed at the edge of the silica gel key, a glue pouring gap is arranged between the waterproof wall and the flexible circuit, and the glue pouring gap is filled with waterproof glue. According to the silica gel key structure with the waterproof performance, the waterproof wall extending towards the bottom side is arranged at the edge of the silica gel key, the waterproof glue is filled in the gap between the waterproof wall and the flexible circuit to form a waterproof structure, and in addition, the waterproof PET is arranged at the bottom side of the flexible circuit, so that the waterproof performance of the silica gel key structure is improved. Therefore, the upper side and the lower side of the silica gel key can meet the waterproof grade requirement of IP65, and the use requirements of special use scenes are met.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of waterproof silicone buttons, and in particular to a silicone button structure with waterproof performance. Background Technology

[0002] As per customer requirements, a silicone button with an IP65 waterproof rating on both sides needs to be produced. Traditional silicone buttons only have waterproofing on the top, while the bottom side near the circuit board is not waterproof. In certain usage scenarios, such as coffee machine use, water vapor can easily leak from the bottom gaps of the silicone button into the interior, causing a short circuit and significantly shortening the button's lifespan.

[0003] Therefore, in view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, it is necessary to design a waterproof silicone button structure to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a silicone button structure with waterproof performance.

[0005] To achieve the above and other related objectives, the technical solution provided by this utility model is: a waterproof silicone button structure, comprising a silicone button, a light guide film, and a flexible circuit stacked on top of each other, wherein a waterproof wall extending downwards is formed at the edge of the silicone button, and a glue-filling gap is provided between the waterproof wall and the flexible circuit, and the glue-filling gap is filled with waterproof glue.

[0006] A preferred technical solution is that the top side of the silicone button is provided with a plastic shell.

[0007] A preferred technical solution is that double-sided adhesive is provided between the silicone button and the light guide film.

[0008] A preferred technical solution is that the bottom side of the light guide film is provided with adhesive.

[0009] A preferred technical solution is that the bottom side of the flexible circuit is provided with waterproof PET.

[0010] Due to the application of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0011] This utility model proposes a waterproof silicone button structure. By setting a waterproof wall extending downwards at the edge of the silicone button and filling the gap between the waterproof wall and the flexible circuit with waterproof adhesive, a waterproof structure is formed. In addition, by setting a waterproof PET on the bottom side of the flexible circuit, the top and bottom sides of the silicone button can achieve the IP65 waterproof rating requirement, thereby meeting the usage requirements of special application scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the silicone button of this utility model with a plastic shell attached.

[0013] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the back of the silicone button involved in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0014] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification.

[0015] Please see Figures 1-2 It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the utility model product is in use. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component 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. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The terms "horizontal," "vertical," and "suspended," etc., do not indicate that the component must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0016] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0017] Example:

[0018] like Figures 1 to 2As shown, according to an overall technical concept of this utility model, a silicone button structure with waterproof performance is provided, including a silicone button 1, a light guide film (not shown), and a flexible circuit 2 stacked on top of each other. A waterproof wall 11 extending to the bottom side is formed at the edge of the silicone button 1. A glue filling gap 100 is provided between the waterproof wall 11 and the flexible circuit 2, and the glue filling gap 100 is filled with waterproof glue.

[0019] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, the top side of the silicone button 1 is provided with a plastic shell 4.

[0020] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, double-sided adhesive is provided between the silicone button 1 and the light guide film for bonding the silicone button 1 and the light guide film.

[0021] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, the bottom side of the light guide film is provided with adhesive for attaching the light guide film and the flexible circuit 2.

[0022] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, a waterproof PET3 is provided on the bottom side of the flexible line 2.

[0023] Therefore, this utility model has the following advantages:

[0024] This utility model proposes a waterproof silicone button structure. By setting a waterproof wall extending downwards at the edge of the silicone button and filling the gap between the waterproof wall and the flexible circuit with waterproof adhesive, a waterproof structure is formed. In addition, by setting a waterproof PET on the bottom side of the flexible circuit, the top and bottom sides of the silicone button can achieve the IP65 waterproof rating requirement, thereby meeting the usage requirements of special application scenarios.

[0025] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A waterproof silicone button structure, characterized in that: The device includes a silicone button, a light guide film, and a flexible circuit stacked on top of each other. A waterproof wall extending downwards is formed at the edge of the silicone button. A glue-filling gap is provided between the waterproof wall and the flexible circuit, and the glue-filling gap is filled with waterproof glue.

2. The waterproof silicone button structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The silicone button has a plastic shell on its top side.

3. The waterproof silicone button structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: Double-sided adhesive is provided between the silicone button and the light guide film.

4. The waterproof silicone button structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom side of the light guide film is provided with adhesive.

5. The waterproof silicone button structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom side of the flexible circuit is provided with waterproof PET.