Waterproof button switch

By designing waterproof components and using magnetic and threaded connections to seal the push-button switch, the problem of circuit failure caused by moisture ingress in humid environments is solved, achieving a waterproof effect for the push-button switch.

CN223871367UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-03YUEQING YIJIA ELECTRIC APPLIANCE CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423301950.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2026-02-03
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-31

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing push-button switches are prone to moisture ingress due to gaps in connections in humid environments, which can cause circuit malfunctions.

Method used

It adopts waterproof components, including a ring, a retaining ring, a bottom ring, a threaded sleeve, a pressure ring, and an elastic sleeve, and achieves a seal through magnetic and threaded connections to prevent moisture from entering the button.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents moisture from entering the button, avoids circuit failure, and ensures that the button switch works normally in a humid environment.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of switches, and discloses a waterproof button switch which comprises a shell, a button movably arranged on the shell, a waterproof assembly arranged on the shell, a holding ring A and a holding ring B which are detachably connected, a bottom ring located below a circular ring and connected with the circular ring in an abutting mode, an elastic sleeve arranged on the shell in a sleeving mode, and the button located inside the elastic sleeve and connected with the elastic sleeve in a contact mode. The outer side wall of the holding ring A and the outer side wall of the holding ring B are both provided with threads, and after the threaded sleeve is in threaded connection with the holding ring A and the holding ring B, the pressing ring A is pressed and fixed to the upper portion of the pressing ring B. The button switch provided by the utility model has the beneficial effect of preventing moisture from entering the button, and solves the problems that when the button switch is in a humid working environment, moisture in air easily enters the button switch from a connection gap, water easily enters a circuit, and circuit faults are caused.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of switch technology, and in particular to a waterproof push button switch. Background Technology

[0002] A push-button switch is a switch that uses a button to push a transmission mechanism, causing the moving contact to connect or disconnect with the stationary contact, thus switching the circuit. Push-button switches are simple in structure and easy to operate. In electrical automatic control circuits, they are used to manually send control signals to control contactors, relays, electromagnetic starters, etc.

[0003] Pushbutton switches have a wide range of applications and are used in various working environments. However, existing pushbutton switches often have gaps at the connection between the button and the housing. When the pushbutton switch is in a humid environment, moisture from the air can easily enter the switch through these gaps, leading to water ingress into the circuitry and causing circuit malfunctions. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a waterproof push button switch to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a waterproof push button switch, comprising a housing and a button movably disposed on the housing, characterized in that: the housing is provided with a waterproof component, the waterproof component comprising a circular ring fixedly disposed on the outside of the housing, a retaining ring A and a retaining ring B respectively sleeved on the left and right sides of the circular ring, a bottom ring fixedly disposed below the retaining ring A and retaining ring B, a threaded sleeve, a pressure ring A fixedly disposed above the threaded sleeve, an elastic sleeve, and a pressure ring B fixedly disposed below the elastic sleeve, the retaining ring A and retaining ring B being detachably connected, the bottom ring being located below the circular ring and abutting against the circular ring, the elastic sleeve being sleeved on the housing, the button being located inside the elastic sleeve and contacting the elastic sleeve, the pressure ring B being located above the circular ring and abutting against the circular ring, the outer walls of the retaining ring A and retaining ring B being provided with threads, and after the threaded sleeve is threadedly connected to the retaining ring A and retaining ring B, the pressure ring A is pressed and fixed above the pressure ring B.

[0006] Preferably, the waterproof component further includes an indicator disc, the indicator disc being the same color as the button, and a disc placement groove matching the indicator disc being formed on the top wall of the elastic sleeve, the indicator disc being inserted into the disc placement groove and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve.

[0007] Preferably, the waterproof component further includes an insert ring fixedly disposed above the bottom ring and a magnetic ring fixedly disposed above the insert ring. A ring groove matching the insert ring is formed on the bottom wall of the ring. An iron sheet is fixedly disposed on the top wall of the ring groove. After the insert ring is inserted into the ring groove, the magnetic ring is magnetically connected to the iron sheet on the top wall of the ring groove.

[0008] Preferably, a magnetic plate is fixedly provided on the right side of the retaining ring A, a magnetic groove is provided on the left side wall of the retaining ring B, an iron sheet is fixedly provided on the right side wall of the magnetic groove, and the magnetic plate is inserted into the magnetic groove and magnetically connected to the iron sheet on the right side wall of the magnetic groove.

[0009] Preferably, an anti-detachment disc is fixedly provided below the indicator disc, the diameter of the anti-detachment disc is larger than the diameter of the indicator disc, and an anti-detachment groove matching the anti-detachment disc is provided on the bottom wall of the disc placement groove, and the anti-detachment disc is inserted into the anti-detachment groove and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve.

[0010] Preferably, a limiting block is fixedly provided above the bottom ring, and a limiting groove is formed on the bottom wall of the ring, and the limiting block is inserted into the limiting groove and abuts against the ring.

[0011] Preferably, the elastic sleeve material is elastic rubber, and anti-slip textures are provided on the outer wall of the threaded sleeve and the top wall of the indicator disc.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: When using this utility model, retaining ring A and retaining ring B are respectively fitted onto the left and right sides of the circular ring. The magnetic plate is inserted into the magnetic groove, so that the magnetic plate is magnetically connected to the iron piece on the right side wall of the magnetic groove, thus fixing retaining ring A and retaining ring B. The insert ring is inserted into the ring groove, so that the magnetic ring is magnetically connected to the iron piece on the top wall of the ring groove, thus fixing retaining ring A and retaining ring B to the circular ring, which prevents retaining ring A and retaining ring B from falling off. The elastic sleeve is fitted onto the housing, so that the button is located inside the elastic sleeve, and the top of the button is in contact with the elastic sleeve. Pressing the elastic sleeve will press the button. At this time, the pressure ring B is located above the circular ring and abuts against the circular ring. The contact connection is achieved by screwing a threaded sleeve into the outer walls of both retaining rings A and B, connecting them threadedly. At this point, pressure ring A is positioned above pressure ring B. Tightening the threaded sleeve presses pressure ring A firmly against pressure ring B, sealing the connection between the housing and the elastic sleeve and preventing moisture from entering the button. In summary, this invention effectively prevents moisture from entering the button, solving the problem that when the button switch is in a humid working environment, moisture in the air can easily enter the button switch through the connection gaps, leading to water ingress into the circuit and causing circuit malfunctions. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Appendix Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0014] Appendix Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the present invention;

[0015] Appendix Figure 3 This is a top view of the present invention;

[0016] Appendix Figure 4 For the appendix Figure 3 Sectional view at point AA;

[0017] Appendix Figure 5 For the appendix Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Housing; 2. Button; 3. Ring; 4. Clamping ring A; 5. Clamping ring B; 6. Bottom ring; 7. Threaded sleeve; 8. Pressure ring A; 9. Elastic sleeve; 10. Pressure ring B; 11. Indicator dial; 12. Disk slot; 13. Insert ring; 14. Magnetic ring; 15. Ring groove; 16. Magnetic plate; 17. Magnetic groove; 18. Anti-disengagement disc; 19. Anti-disengagement groove; 20. Limiting block; 21. Limiting groove; 22. Anti-slip texture. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0020] like Figure 1-5As shown, this utility model discloses a waterproof push button switch, including a housing 1 and a button 2 movably disposed on the housing 1. The housing 1 is provided with a waterproof component, which includes a circular ring 3 fixedly disposed on the outside of the housing 1, a retaining ring A4 and a retaining ring B5 respectively sleeved on the left and right sides of the circular ring 3, a bottom ring 6 fixedly disposed below the retaining ring A4 and retaining ring B5, a threaded sleeve 7, a pressure ring A8 fixedly disposed above the threaded sleeve 7, an elastic sleeve 9, and a pressure ring B10 fixedly disposed below the elastic sleeve 9. The retaining ring A4 and retaining ring B5 are detachably connected. The bottom ring 6 is located below the circular ring 3 and abuts against the circular ring 3. The elastic sleeve 9 is sleeved on the housing 1. The button 2 is located inside the elastic sleeve 9 and contacts the elastic sleeve 9. The pressure ring B10 is located above the circular ring 3 and abuts against the circular ring 3. The outer walls of the retaining ring A4 and retaining ring B5 are both provided with threads. After the threaded sleeve 7 is threadedly connected to the retaining ring A4 and retaining ring B5, the pressure ring A8 is pressed and fixed above the pressure ring B10. In use, the retaining rings A4 and B5 are respectively fitted onto the left and right sides of the circular ring 3. The magnetic plate 16 is inserted into the magnetic groove 17, magnetically connecting the magnetic plate 16 to the iron sheet on the right side wall of the magnetic groove 17, thus fixing retaining rings A4 and B5. The insert ring 13 is inserted into the ring groove 15, magnetically connecting the magnetic ring 14 to the iron sheet on the top wall of the ring groove 15, thus fixing retaining rings A4 and B5 to the circular ring 3, preventing them from falling off. The elastic sleeve 9 is fitted onto the housing 1, with the button 2 located inside the elastic sleeve 9. The top of the button 2 contacts and connects with the elastic sleeve 9. Pressing the elastic sleeve 9 presses down the button 2. At this time, the pressure ring B10 is located above the circular ring 3 and... The ring 3 is connected by contact. Since both the outer walls of the retaining ring A4 and the retaining ring B5 are threaded, the threaded sleeve 7 is screwed into the retaining ring A4 and the retaining ring B5 to connect with them by threads. At this time, the pressure ring A8 is located above the pressure ring B10. Tightening the threaded sleeve 7 makes the pressure ring A8 press and fix it above the pressure ring B10, which plays the role of sealing the connection between the housing 1 and the elastic sleeve 9, preventing moisture from entering the inside of the button 2. In summary, this utility model has the beneficial effect of preventing moisture from entering the inside of the button 2, and solves the problem that when the button 2 switch is in a humid working environment, moisture in the air can easily enter the inside of the button 2 switch through the connection gap, which can easily lead to water ingress into the circuit and cause circuit failure.

[0021] Preferably, the waterproof assembly further includes an indicator disc 11, the color of which is the same as that of the button 2. A disc placement groove 12 matching the indicator disc 11 is formed on the top wall of the elastic sleeve 9. The indicator disc 11 is inserted into the disc placement groove 12 and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve 9. Since the elastic sleeve 9 has a disc placement groove 12 matching the indicator disc 11, glue is applied to the inside of the groove 12, and the indicator disc 11 is inserted into the groove 12 and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve 9, completing the installation of the indicator disc 11. Because the color of the indicator disc 11 is the same as that of the button 2, it serves to indicate the color of the button 2 to the worker.

[0022] Preferably, the waterproof assembly further includes an insert ring 13 fixedly disposed above the bottom ring 6 and a magnetic ring 14 fixedly disposed above the insert ring 13. The bottom wall of the circular ring 3 has an annular groove 15 that matches the insert ring 13. An iron sheet is fixedly disposed on the top wall of the annular groove 15. After the insert ring 13 is inserted into the annular groove 15, the magnetic ring 14 is magnetically connected to the iron sheet on the top wall of the annular groove 15. Because an iron sheet is fixedly disposed on the top wall of the annular groove 15, inserting the insert ring 13 into the annular groove 15 and magnetically connecting the magnetic ring 14 to the iron sheet on the top wall of the annular groove 15 facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the retaining rings A4 and B5 from the circular ring 3.

[0023] Preferably, a magnetic plate 16 is fixedly disposed on the right side of the retaining ring A4, and a magnetic groove 17 is formed on the left side wall of the retaining ring B5. An iron sheet is fixedly disposed on the right side wall of the magnetic groove 17. The magnetic plate 16 is inserted into the magnetic groove 17 and magnetically connected to the iron sheet on the right side wall of the magnetic groove 17. Since an iron sheet is fixedly disposed on the right side wall of the magnetic groove 17, inserting the magnetic plate 16 into the magnetic groove 17 and magnetically connecting the magnetic plate 16 to the iron sheet on the right side wall of the magnetic groove 17 facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the retaining ring A4 and the retaining ring B5.

[0024] Preferably, an anti-detachment disc 18 is fixedly disposed below the indicator disc 11. The diameter of the anti-detachment disc 18 is larger than the diameter of the indicator disc 11. An anti-detachment groove 19 matching the anti-detachment disc 18 is formed on the bottom wall of the disc placement groove 12. The anti-detachment disc 18 is inserted into the anti-detachment groove 19 and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve 9. Since the anti-detachment groove 19 matching the anti-detachment disc 18 is formed on the bottom wall of the disc placement groove 12, glue is applied to the inside of the anti-detachment groove 19, and the anti-detachment disc 18 is inserted into the anti-detachment groove 19 and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve 9, the diameter of the anti-detachment disc 18 is larger than the diameter of the indicator disc 11, which serves to prevent the indicator disc 11 from falling off.

[0025] Preferably, a limiting block 20 is fixedly provided above the bottom ring 6, and a limiting groove 21 is formed on the bottom wall of the ring 3. The limiting block 20 is inserted into the limiting groove 21 and abuts against the ring 3. Since the limiting block 20 is inserted into the limiting groove 21 and abuts against the ring 3, it plays a role in limiting the movement of the retaining ring A4 and retaining ring B5, preventing the threaded sleeve 7 from driving the retaining ring A4 and retaining ring B5 to rotate when rotating.

[0026] Preferably, the elastic sleeve 9 is made of elastic rubber, and anti-slip textures 22 are provided on the outer wall of the threaded sleeve 7 and the top wall of the indicator disc 11. Because the elastic sleeve 9 is made of elastic rubber, it has the characteristics of good elasticity and good waterproofness; and because the anti-slip textures 22 are provided on the outer wall of the threaded sleeve 7 and the top wall of the indicator disc 11, they play a role in preventing slippage.

[0027] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A waterproof push button switch, comprising a housing (1) and a button (2) movably disposed on the housing (1), characterized in that: The housing (1) is provided with a waterproof component, which includes a ring (3) fixedly disposed on the outside of the housing (1), a retaining ring A (4) and a retaining ring B (5) respectively sleeved on the left and right sides of the ring (3), a bottom ring (6) fixedly disposed below the retaining ring A (4) and the retaining ring B (5), a threaded sleeve (7), a pressure ring A (8) fixedly disposed above the threaded sleeve (7), an elastic sleeve (9), and a pressure ring B (10) fixedly disposed below the elastic sleeve (9). The retaining ring A (4) and the retaining ring B (5) are detachably connected. The bottom ring (6) is located below the circular ring (3) and abuts against the circular ring (3). The elastic sleeve (9) is sleeved on the housing (1). The button (2) is located inside the elastic sleeve (9) and contacts the elastic sleeve (9). The pressure ring B (10) is located above the circular ring (3) and abuts against the circular ring (3). The outer walls of the retaining ring A (4) and retaining ring B (5) are both provided with threads. After the threaded sleeve (7) is threadedly connected to retaining ring A (4) and retaining ring B (5), the pressure ring A (8) is pressed and fixed above the pressure ring B (10).

2. A waterproof push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The waterproof component also includes an indicator disc (11), the color of which is the same as that of the button (2). The top wall of the elastic sleeve (9) is provided with a plate slot (12) that matches the indicator disc (11). The indicator disc (11) is inserted into the plate slot (12) and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve (9).

3. A waterproof push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The waterproof component also includes a plug ring (13) fixedly disposed above the bottom ring (6) and a magnetic ring (14) fixedly disposed above the plug ring (13). The bottom wall of the ring (3) is provided with an annular groove (15) that matches the plug ring (13). An iron sheet is fixedly disposed on the top wall of the annular groove (15). After the plug ring (13) is inserted into the annular groove (15), the magnetic ring (14) is magnetically connected to the iron sheet on the top wall of the annular groove (15).

4. A waterproof push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: A magnetic plate (16) is fixedly installed on the right side of the retaining ring A (4), and a magnetic groove (17) is opened on the left side wall of the retaining ring B (5). An iron sheet is fixedly installed on the right side wall of the magnetic groove (17). The magnetic plate (16) is inserted into the magnetic groove (17) and magnetically connected to the iron sheet on the right side wall of the magnetic groove (17).

5. A waterproof push-button switch according to claim 2, characterized in that: An anti-detachment disc (18) is fixedly installed below the indicator disc (11). The diameter of the anti-detachment disc (18) is larger than that of the indicator disc (11). An anti-detachment groove (19) matching the anti-detachment disc (18) is opened on the bottom wall of the disc placement groove (12). The anti-detachment disc (18) is inserted into the anti-detachment groove (19) and fixedly connected to the elastic sleeve (9).

6. A waterproof push-button switch according to claim 3, characterized in that: A limiting block (20) is fixedly installed above the bottom ring (6), and a limiting groove (21) is opened on the bottom wall of the ring (3). The limiting block (20) is inserted into the limiting groove (21) and abuts against the ring (3).

7. A waterproof push-button switch according to claim 2, characterized in that: The elastic sleeve (9) is made of elastic rubber, and anti-slip textures (22) are provided on the outer wall of the threaded sleeve (7) and the top wall of the indicator disc (11).