Switching device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a switching device, which comprises a switch outer insulating layer, a switch inner insulating layer and a flexible circuit board layer, the flexible circuit board layer is arranged between the switch outer insulating layer and the switch inner insulating layer; a clamping limiting structure is arranged on the inner side of the switch outer insulating layer; and the clamping limiting structure sequentially penetrates through the flexible circuit board layer and the switch inner insulating layer. The switch structure provided by the utility model is constructed by adopting a multi-layer structure, so that the compactness and miniaturization of the whole structure can be realized, the installation of the switch structure at a smaller position is facilitated, the integration of the switch structure and other structures is flexibly realized, and the use flexibility of the switch structure is effectively ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical equipment technology, and in particular to a switching device. Background Technology

[0002] Vertical appliances (such as floor lamps and floor therapy lamps) or tabletop appliances (such as table lamps and table therapy lamps) are characterized by their flexibility, adaptability, and versatility. In particular, their aesthetically pleasing appearance and space-saving design have made them widely used in modern life. Common vertical appliances typically employ a functional structure, with the upright and base connected sequentially. However, most vertical appliances lack a convenient transport mechanism. Therefore, users usually need to hold the upright to move the appliance. Traditionally, vertical appliances use controllers mounted on the upright for on / off control; however, these controllers often have elongated, irregularly shaped structures for aesthetic purposes, which can occupy the most easily gripped area of ​​the upright. Furthermore, these controllers are usually button-type, which protrudes and occupies a large area, making them prone to accidental activation and damage during transport.

[0003] Furthermore, the controllers on vertical appliances are often difficult to see accurately in dark environments, which can make it difficult for users to perform control operations accurately and in a timely manner. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a switching device.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned utility model objectives, this utility model provides a switching device, comprising: an outer insulating layer, an inner insulating layer, and a flexible circuit board layer;

[0006] The flexible circuit board layer is disposed between the outer insulating layer and the inner insulating layer of the switch;

[0007] A snap-fit ​​limiting structure is provided on the inner side of the outer insulation layer of the switch;

[0008] The snap-fit ​​limiting structure passes sequentially through the flexible circuit board layer and the inner insulation layer of the switch.

[0009] According to one aspect of the present invention, the switching device is generally arc-shaped.

[0010] According to one aspect of the present invention, along the length direction of the outer insulation layer of the switch, two sets of the snap-fit ​​limiting structure are provided at intervals;

[0011] The snap-fit ​​limiting structure includes two snap-fit ​​limiting buckles spaced apart.

[0012] The snap-fit ​​limiting buckle includes: a long strip connecting part and a limiting protrusion part;

[0013] One end of the long strip connecting part is fixedly connected to the inner side of the outer insulation layer of the switch, and the other end of its length extends away from the outer insulation layer of the switch.

[0014] The limiting protrusion is located at one end of the long strip connecting portion away from the outer insulation layer of the switch, and the limiting protrusion is located on the side of the long strip connecting portion facing the long side of the outer insulation layer of the switch.

[0015] According to one aspect of the present invention, the side of the limiting protrusion facing the outer insulating layer of the switch is a limiting surface;

[0016] The limiting surface is a plane, and the tangential direction of the inner side of the switch's outer insulation layer relative to the limiting surface is approximately parallel to the extending direction of the limiting surface.

[0017] According to one aspect of the present invention, the side of the limiting protrusion away from the outer insulating layer of the switch is a snap-fit ​​guide surface;

[0018] The snap-fit ​​guide is inclined toward the limiting surface in a direction away from the elongated connecting portion.

[0019] According to one aspect of the present invention, the side of the outer insulating layer of the switch that faces away from the flexible circuit board layer is spherical.

[0020] According to one aspect of the present invention, the inner insulating layer of the switch is a rubber sheet layer.

[0021] According to one aspect of the present invention, the flexible circuit board layer is provided with a plurality of function buttons, a first through hole through which the snap-fit ​​limiting structure passes, and an outgoing ribbon cable;

[0022] At least some of the function buttons have a light-transmitting pattern.

[0023] According to one aspect of the present invention, a positioning post is provided on the inner side of the outer insulating layer of the switch;

[0024] The cross-sectional dimensions of the positioning post gradually decrease along the direction away from the outer insulation layer of the switch.

[0025] According to one aspect of the present invention, the flexible circuit board layer is provided with a positioning post through hole and a first light-transmitting hole for the positioning post to pass through;

[0026] The inner insulating layer of the switch is provided with a second through hole, a third through hole, a fourth through hole, and a second light-transmitting hole;

[0027] The second via is configured to correspond one-to-one with the first via;

[0028] The third through hole is configured to correspond to the through hole of the positioning post;

[0029] The fourth via is used for the lead-out cable to pass through;

[0030] The second light-transmitting hole is configured to correspond to the first light-transmitting hole.

[0031] According to one aspect of this utility model, the switching device of this utility model can achieve flexible switching control through the provided switch outer insulation layer and flexible circuit board layer. It does not have a protruding button structure, which can effectively avoid interference during the handling process. Moreover, the touch-based control method can also effectively avoid accidental touches, thus effectively improving the flexibility and convenience of this utility model.

[0032] According to one aspect of this utility model, the switch structure of this utility model is constructed with a multi-layer structure, thereby achieving a compact and miniaturized overall structure, facilitating its installation in a smaller location, and enabling flexible integration with other structures, effectively ensuring the flexibility of use of this utility model.

[0033] According to one aspect of this utility model, the snap-fit ​​limiting structure allows for convenient and flexible quick installation with other structures, which is more beneficial to ensuring the flexibility of use of this utility model.

[0034] According to one aspect of this utility model, while achieving snap-fit ​​limiting with other structures through a snap-fit ​​limiting structure, this utility model can also provide support for the entire switching device based on the internal insulation layer of the switch, so as to effectively ensure the stable and reliable installation of this utility model.

[0035] According to one aspect of this utility model, the structure of this utility model is simple and compact, which can easily achieve the convenience of installation.

[0036] According to one aspect of this utility model, by setting the inner insulation layer of the switch as a rubber plate layer, it can have a certain elasticity, thereby providing elastic force, which is beneficial to ensuring the installation stability of this utility model. Attached Figure Description

[0037] Figure 1 This is a perspective view schematically representing a switching device according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of the outer insulation layer of a switch according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of a flexible circuit board layer according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the installation structure of the flexible circuit board layer and the inner insulating layer of the switch according to one embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0041] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly described below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0042] In describing embodiments of this utility model, the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer" express orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the relevant drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, 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, the above terms should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0043] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The embodiments cannot be described in detail here, but the embodiments of the present invention are not limited to the following embodiments.

[0044] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, a switching device includes: an outer insulating layer 11, an inner insulating layer 12, and a flexible circuit board layer 13. The flexible circuit board layer 13 controls the switching and other functions of the connected device. The outer insulating layer 11 and the inner insulating layer 12 protect and support the flexible circuit board layer 13. In this embodiment, the flexible circuit board layer 13 is disposed between the outer insulating layer 11 and the inner insulating layer 12. The outer edge dimension of the outer insulating layer 11 is greater than, equal to, or smaller than the outer edge dimension of the inner insulating layer 12. Therefore, the outer insulating layer 11 and the inner insulating layer 12 can hold the flexible circuit board layer 13 within them, effectively preventing damage to the flexible circuit board layer 13 and improving the reliability of the present invention. In this embodiment, the outer edge dimension of the flexible circuit board layer 13 can be set to be smaller than the outer edge dimension of the outer insulating layer 11, thus ensuring sufficient protection of the flexible circuit board layer 13 and further improving the reliability of the present invention. Of course, the outer edge dimension of the flexible circuit board layer 13 can also be set to be greater than or equal to the outer edge dimension of the switch outer insulation layer 11 to achieve flexible configuration for its installation.

[0045] Furthermore, a snap-fit ​​limiting structure 11a is provided on the inner side of the outer insulation layer 11 of the switch; wherein, the snap-fit ​​limiting structure 11a passes through the flexible circuit board layer 13 and the inner insulation layer 12 of the switch in sequence.

[0046] With the above-mentioned configuration, the switch structure of this utility model is constructed with a multi-layer structure, which enables its overall structure to be compact and miniaturized, facilitating its installation in a smaller location and allowing for flexible integration with other structures, thus effectively ensuring the flexibility of use of this utility model.

[0047] With the above-mentioned design, the present invention can be conveniently and flexibly installed with other structures through the snap-fit ​​limiting structure 11a, which is more beneficial to ensuring the flexibility of use of the present invention.

[0048] With the above-mentioned configuration, this utility model can achieve snap-fit ​​and limit with other structures through the snap-fit ​​limiting structure 11a, while providing support for the entire switching device based on the inner insulation layer 12 of the switch, so as to effectively ensure the stable and reliable installation of this utility model.

[0049] like Figure 1 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the switching device has an overall arc-shaped structure. In this embodiment, the switching device can be configured as an arc-shaped structure.

[0050] The above-described design allows the switch device of this invention to better fit a circular mounting surface, enabling it to match the shape of the mounting location and resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. Furthermore, by designing the switch device as an arc-shaped structure, the overall length of the switch device is effectively increased, making it easier to install corresponding function buttons.

[0051] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch is generally elongated; wherein, along the length direction of the outer insulating layer 11, two sets of snap-fit ​​limiting structures 11a are provided at intervals; by providing multiple sets of snap-fit ​​limiting structures 11a, the installation stability of the present invention can be effectively guaranteed. Preferably, the snap-fit ​​limiting structures 11a can be arranged symmetrically. Further, the snap-fit ​​limiting structure 11a includes two snap-fit ​​limiting buckles 11a1 arranged at intervals; wherein, the snap-fit ​​limiting buckle 11a1 includes: an elongated connecting portion 11a11 and a limiting protrusion 11a12; in this embodiment, one end of the elongated connecting portion 11a11 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch in the length direction, and the other end of its length direction extends away from the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch; wherein, the elongated connecting portion 11a11 can be set as a rectangular columnar structure to reduce its processing difficulty. Furthermore, the limiting protrusion 11a12 is located at the end of the elongated connecting portion 11a11 away from the outer insulation layer 11 of the switch, and the limiting protrusion 11a12 is located on the side of the elongated connecting portion 11a11 facing the long side of the outer insulation layer 11 of the switch. Thus, the limiting protrusion 11a12 facilitates the snap-fit ​​installation of the entire switch device, effectively ensuring the ease of installation of this utility model. Preferably, the two snap-fit ​​limiting buckles 11a1 in the snap-fit ​​limiting structure 11a can be arranged symmetrically.

[0052] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the side of the limiting protrusion 11a12 facing the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch is a limiting surface 11a121; wherein, the limiting surface 11a121 is a plane, and the tangential direction of the inner side of the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch relative to the limiting surface 11a121 is parallel to the extending direction of the limiting surface 11a121. Of course, the tangential direction of the inner side of the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch relative to the limiting surface 11a121 and the extending direction of the limiting surface 11a121 can also be set to be approximately parallel, which can be achieved by adjusting the included angle between them within a small range.

[0053] With the above settings, the switch device can be installed as a whole, and the limiting protrusion 11a12 can be abutted against the corresponding position to accurately maintain the shape of the entire switch device, effectively ensuring the installation reliability and convenience of this utility model.

[0054] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the side of the limiting protrusion 11a12 away from the outer insulating layer 11 is a snap-fit ​​guide surface 11a122; wherein, along the direction away from the long strip connecting portion 11a11, the snap-fit ​​guide surface 11a122 is inclined toward the direction close to the limiting surface 11a121.

[0055] In this embodiment, the thickness direction of the elongated connecting portion 11a11 is aligned with the width direction of the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch.

[0056] With the above-described configuration, by providing a snap-fit ​​guide surface 11a122 on the limiting protrusion 11a12, the present invention can easily achieve elastic bending of the long strip connecting part 11a11 based on the snap-fit ​​guide surface 11a122 during installation, thereby facilitating the installation of the entire switch device. After installation, the elasticity of the long strip connecting part 11a11 allows the limiting protrusion 11a12 to return to its original position, thus achieving snap-fit ​​at the installation location, effectively ensuring the ease of installation of the present invention. Furthermore, by aligning the thickness direction of the long strip connecting part 11a11 with the width direction of the outer insulation layer 11 of the switch, the elasticity of the long strip connecting part 11a11 can be effectively realized, which is even more beneficial to ensuring the ease of installation of the present invention.

[0057] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the side of the switch outer insulating layer 11 facing away from the flexible circuit board layer 13 is spherical.

[0058] The above-mentioned design makes the switch device of this utility model more aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, by adopting a spherical design, different positions on the entire outer surface can present different variations, thereby improving the user's ease of operation.

[0059] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the inner insulating layer 12 of the switch is a rubber sheet layer. In this embodiment, the inner insulating layer 12 of the switch can be set as a dark-colored rubber sheet layer, such as a black rubber sheet layer; wherein, along the length direction of the inner insulating layer 12 of the switch, the thickness of the inner insulating layer 12 of the switch is constant, so as to effectively ensure reliable support for the flexible circuit board layer 13.

[0060] By setting the insulation layer 12 inside the switch as a rubber sheet layer, it can have a certain elasticity, thereby providing elastic force, which is beneficial to ensuring the installation stability of this utility model.

[0061] Combination Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, according to one embodiment of this utility model, the flexible circuit board layer 13 is provided with a plurality of function buttons 131, a first through hole 132 through which the snap-fit ​​limiting structure 11a passes, and a lead-out ribbon cable 133. In this embodiment, at least some of the function buttons 131 are provided with light-transmitting patterns 131a. For example, the function buttons 131 may include power buttons, volume control buttons, etc. Correspondingly, a switch pattern may be provided at the position of the power button, and a volume pattern may be provided at the position of the volume control button. In this embodiment, the light-transmitting pattern 131a may be formed by means of a hollow pattern, a transparent material pattern, or a fluorescent material pattern.

[0062] In this embodiment, the function button 131 on the flexible circuit board layer 13 can be configured as a touch button or a press-type mechanical button.

[0063] In another embodiment, the first via 132 may optionally form an avoidance opening on the long side of the flexible circuit board layer 13; by providing an opening on the long side of the flexible circuit board layer 13 that communicates with the first via 132, the influence of the flexible circuit board layer 13 on the limiting protrusion 11a12 can be effectively avoided, and the limiting protrusion 11a12 can pass through easily to avoid damage to the flexible circuit board layer 13.

[0064] like Figure 2 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, a positioning post 11b is provided on the inner side of the outer insulation layer 11 of the switch; in this embodiment, the cross-sectional size of the positioning post 11b gradually decreases along the direction away from the outer insulation layer 11 of the switch. Furthermore, multiple grooves can be provided at equal intervals on the outer surface of the positioning post 11b. The grooves reduce the contact area between the positioning post 11b and other structures, which is beneficial for facilitating the installation of the present invention.

[0065] Combination Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the flexible circuit board layer 13 is provided with a positioning post through hole 134 for the positioning post 11b to pass through and a first light-transmitting hole 135; further, the inner insulating layer 12 of the switch is provided with a second through hole 121, a third through hole 122, a fourth through hole 123 and a second light-transmitting hole 124; wherein, the second through hole 121 is arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the first through hole 132; the third through hole 122 is arranged in a corresponding manner with the positioning post through hole 134; the fourth through hole 123 is used for the lead-out ribbon cable 133 to pass through; and the second light-transmitting hole 124 is arranged in a corresponding manner with the first light-transmitting hole 135.

[0066] In this embodiment, the fourth via 123 may be optionally connected to a second via 121 to achieve uniformity in the hole structure.

[0067] With the above-mentioned arrangement, the flexible circuit board layer 13 and the inner insulating layer 12 of the switch are respectively provided with light-transmitting holes, which allows light to pass through the interior of the installation position, thereby enabling the light to illuminate the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch. Thus, with the matching of the light-transmitting pattern 131a on the dark inner insulating layer 12 and the flexible circuit board layer 13, the corresponding function button 131 is displayed on the outer insulating layer 11 of the switch, which is more beneficial to ensuring the accurate operation of the present invention.

[0068] The above content is merely an example of a specific solution of this utility model. For the equipment and structures not described in detail, it should be understood that they are implemented using common equipment and methods already available in the field.

[0069] The above description is merely one solution of this utility model and is not intended to limit it. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A switching device, characterized in that, include: The switch has an outer insulating layer (11), an inner insulating layer (12), and a flexible circuit board layer (13). The flexible circuit board layer (13) is disposed between the outer insulating layer (11) of the switch and the inner insulating layer (12) of the switch; The switch outer insulation layer (11) is provided with a snap-fit ​​limiting structure (11a) on the inner side. The snap-fit ​​limiting structure (11a) passes sequentially through the flexible circuit board layer (13) and the inner insulation layer (12) of the switch.

2. The switching device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The switching device has an overall arc-shaped structure.

3. The switching device according to claim 2, characterized in that, Along the length direction of the outer insulating layer (11) of the switch, two sets of the snap-fit ​​limiting structure (11a) are provided at intervals; The snap-fit ​​limiting structure (11a) includes two snap-fit ​​limiting buckles (11a1) spaced apart. The snap-fit ​​limiting buckle (11a1) includes: a long strip connecting part (11a11) and a limiting protrusion part (11a12). One end of the long strip connecting part (11a11) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the switch outer insulation layer (11) in the length direction, and the other end of its length direction extends away from the switch outer insulation layer (11). The limiting protrusion (11a12) is disposed at one end of the long strip connecting part (11a11) away from the outer insulation layer (11) of the switch, and the limiting protrusion (11a12) is located on the side of the long strip connecting part (11a11) facing the long side of the outer insulation layer (11) of the switch.

4. The switching device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The limiting protrusion (11a12) facing the outer insulating layer (11) of the switch is the limiting surface (11a121). The limiting surface (11a121) is a plane, and the tangential direction of the inner side of the switch outer insulation layer (11) relative to the limiting surface (11a121) is set to be approximately parallel to the extension direction of the limiting surface (11a121).

5. The switching device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The side of the limiting protrusion (11a12) facing away from the outer insulation layer (11) of the switch is a snap-fit ​​guide surface (11a122). The snap-fit ​​guide surface (11a122) is inclined toward the limiting surface (11a121) in a direction away from the elongated connecting portion (11a11).

6. The switching device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The side of the switch outer insulation layer (11) facing away from the flexible circuit board layer (13) is spherical.

7. The switching device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The inner insulation layer (12) of the switch is a rubber sheet layer.

8. The switching device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The flexible circuit board layer (13) is provided with multiple function buttons (131), a first through hole (132) through which the snap-fit ​​limiting structure (11a) passes, and a lead-out ribbon cable (133). At least some of the function buttons (131) are provided with a light-transmitting pattern (131a).

9. The switching device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The inner side of the outer insulation layer (11) of the switch is provided with a positioning post (11b). The cross-sectional dimensions of the positioning post (11b) are gradually reduced along the direction away from the outer insulation layer (11) of the switch.

10. The switching device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The flexible circuit board layer (13) is provided with a positioning post through hole (134) for the positioning post (11b) to pass through and a first light-transmitting hole (135). The inner insulating layer (12) of the switch is provided with a second through hole (121), a third through hole (122), a fourth through hole (123), and a second light-transmitting hole (124). The second via (121) is configured to correspond one-to-one with the first via (132); The third through hole (122) is configured to correspond to the positioning post through hole (134); The fourth via (123) is used for the lead-out cable (133) to pass through; The second light-transmitting hole (124) is configured to correspond to the first light-transmitting hole (135).

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