Touch switch and four-way adjusting switch structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tact switch and a four-direction adjusting switch structure, the tact switch comprises a housing, the housing is provided with a tact groove, the tact groove is internally provided with an elastic sheet and a button, the housing is also provided with a cover plate for closing the tact groove, the elastic sheet comprises a main body part and a bouncing part, the bouncing part swings towards the button direction, and the button is arranged on the main body part. The shell is provided with a first contact pin and a second contact pin, the first contact pin is connected with the main body part in an abutting mode, the second contact pin is arranged below the bouncing part, and the second contact pin is connected with the second contact pin in an abutting mode after the button presses the bouncing part to swing. According to the four-way regulating switch, the structure in the prior art is improved, and the touch switch is arranged to replace a traditional conductive structure, so that the touch switch and the four-way swing structure are relatively independently produced into components and then are combined, and for the four-way regulating switch, the number of spare parts is reduced, the structure is simplified, and the four-way regulating switch is convenient to assemble and use. The touch switch has the characteristics of low cost, convenience in switch assembly, convenience in maintenance and the like, the structure of the touch switch of the electronic part is improved in sealing and dustproof design, the protection strength is improved, and the application service life of the switch is prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of switch technology, specifically to a tactile switch and a four-way adjustable switch structure. Background Technology

[0002] A rocker switch, also known as a toggle switch or rocking switch, is a switch that uses a rocker arm to turn a circuit on or off or switch between different directions. It is commonly used in automobiles and various electrical appliances. A four-way rocker switch has a rocker arm that can swing in four directions, making it more versatile and often used for multi-directional adjustment of objects.

[0003] A common four-way switch is typically used for adjusting the height and fore-aft position of car seats. Its structure includes: a square base, a set of pins around the base, a lever positioned at the center of the top of the base, elastic contacts between the pins and the lever, and a cover over the top of the base. Each side of the base usually has three pins: a normally open pin, a common pin, and a normally closed pin. Moving the lever left, right, forward, or backward controls the contact or disconnection between the pins, thus controlling the movement of the car seat. The electrical components at the bottom of traditional four-way switches are generally made of conductive adhesive, which is problematic because it typically lacks waterproof and dustproof features, is easily damaged, and is expensive and difficult to assemble. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a combined four-way switch, which solves the problems of easy damage and production in the prior art of four-way switches.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: a tactile switch, including a housing, a tactile groove on the housing, a spring and a button inside the tactile groove, and a cover plate on the housing to close the tactile groove. The spring includes a main body and a spring-loaded part, the spring-loaded part swinging towards the button. The housing is provided with a first contact and a second contact. The first contact is in contact with the main body and conducts communication. The second contact is located below the spring-loaded part and conducts communication after the button presses the spring-loaded part to swing.

[0006] As a further feature of the above solution, the button is provided with a pressure post that matches the pop-up portion, the pop-up portion is also provided with a notch in the middle, the touch groove is provided with a positioning post, and the spring sheet is provided with a notch that matches the positioning post.

[0007] As a further feature of the above solution, the first contact and the second contact are integrally formed during the injection molding of the housing, and the first contact and the second contact are provided with fixing holes and several locking corners.

[0008] This utility model also provides a four-way adjustable switch structure that applies the above-mentioned tactile switch. The four-way adjustable switch in this embodiment includes a base, on which a mounting groove is provided. A plurality of flip-plate components are provided in the mounting groove. One end of each flip-plate component is hinged to the base, and the other end abuts against a tactile switch. An outer flip-ring plate and an inner flip-ring plate, which are hinged to the outer flip-ring plate on the inner side of the outer flip-ring plate, are also hinged to the base. A column rod extends upward from the inner flip-ring plate. An inner groove is provided on the column rod, and a spring component and a locking button are provided in the inner groove.

[0009] As a further feature of the above scheme, the downward-facing side of the outer and inner flip-ring plates is provided with spherical abutment posts, which are positioned against the upper side of the flip plate component.

[0010] As a further feature of the above scheme, the outer and inner ring plates are provided with a beveled section on the downward-facing side of the column shaft for hinge, the base and the outer ring plate are provided with a hinge groove relative to the column shaft, and an inclined surface matching the beveled section is provided above the hinge groove.

[0011] Beneficial effects: This utility model of a four-way adjustable switch improves upon the structure of existing technologies by replacing the traditional conductive structure with a tactile switch. This allows the tactile switch and the four-way swing structure to be manufactured as relatively independent components before being combined. For the four-way adjustable switch, the number of components is reduced, the structure is simplified, and it is easier to assemble and use. This embodiment uses a tactile switch, which has the characteristics of reducing costs, facilitating switch assembly, and aiding maintenance. The electronic part of the tactile switch has been improved with a sealed and dustproof design, which enhances the protection strength and extends the service life of the switch. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the tactile switch structure of this utility model.

[0013] Figure 2 , 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal components of the tactile switch in this embodiment.

[0014] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting groove structure inside the housing in this embodiment.

[0015] Figure 5 , 6 This is a schematic diagram of a semi-assembled tactile switch in this embodiment.

[0016] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the four-way adjustment switch in this embodiment.

[0017] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the four-way adjustable switch assembly in this embodiment.

[0018] Figure 9, 10 This is a schematic diagram of a semi-assembled four-way adjustable switch in this embodiment.

[0019] Reference numerals: 1. Base; 10. Button; 101. Pressure post; 2. Mounting groove; 3. Flip plate; 4. Press switch; 5. Outer flip ring plate; 51. Column shaft; 52. Beveled section; 53. Hinge groove; 54. Bevel; 55. Spherical abutment post; 6. Inner flip ring plate; 61. Column rod; 62. Spring; 63. Locking post; 64. Inner hole groove; 7. Spring piece; 71. Notched groove; 72. Main body; 73. Spring-up section; 74. Notched hole; 8. Touch groove; 81. Positioning post; 9. Housing; 91. Cover plate; 92. Clip; 93. Fixing hole; 931. Fixing post; 94. Second contact foot; 95. First contact foot. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0021] refer to Figure 1-6 The present invention discloses a tactile switch. The tactile switch of this embodiment includes a housing 9, a tactile groove 8 on the housing 9, a spring 7 and a button 10 inside the tactile groove 8, and a cover plate 91 on the housing 9 to close the tactile groove 8. The spring 7 includes a main body 72 and a spring-loaded part 73. The spring-loaded part 73 swings toward the button 10. The housing 9 is provided with a first contact 95 and a second contact 94. The first contact 95 abuts and conducts communication with the main body 72. The second contact 94 is located below the spring-loaded part 73 and abuts and conducts communication with the second contact 94 after the button 10 presses the spring-loaded part 73 to swing.

[0022] As a further feature of the above solution, the button 10 is provided with a pressure post 101 that matches the pop-up part 73, the pop-up part 73 is also provided with a notch 74 in the middle, the light touch groove 8 is provided with a positioning post 81, and the spring piece 7 is provided with a notch 71 that matches the positioning post 81.

[0023] As a further feature of the above solution, the first contact 95 and the second contact 94 are integrally formed during the injection molding of the housing 9, and the first contact 95 and the second contact 94 are provided with fixing holes 93 and a number of locking angles 92.

[0024] Example 1

[0025] refer to Figure 1-6The tactile switch shown in this embodiment includes a housing 9 with a tactile groove 8. The main components of the tactile switch, a first contact 95, a second contact 94, and a spring 7, are disposed within the tactile groove 8. The first contact 95 and the second contact 94 are pre-set in the mold during injection molding of the housing 9, ensuring seamless integral molding. Fixing holes 93 are provided on the first contact 95 and the second contact 94. During injection molding, the softened material of the housing 9 flows into the fixing holes 93 to form fixing posts 931, reinforcing the connection and fixation between the housing 9 and the first contact 95 and the second contact 94. Furthermore, a button 10 is provided above the spring 7, and the tactile groove 8 is closed by a cover plate 91. The upper end of button 10 extends from the slot on the cover plate 91, and a pressure post 101 is provided on the inner side of the extended button 10. The pressure post 101 is directly opposite the middle pop-up part 73 of the spring piece 7. When button 10 is pressed, the pressure post 101 presses down on the pop-up part 73, thereby making the first contact 95 and the second contact 94 electrically connected. In addition, in this embodiment, a notch 74 is provided in the center of the pop-up part 73, and a semi-circular notch is also provided between the pop-up part 73 and the main body part 72. The purpose of this structure is to avoid dust and other objects on the surface of the spring piece 7 from affecting the pressing effect and to reduce the problems of rust, reduced lifespan and weakened elasticity of the spring piece 7 caused by the accumulation of dust and other impurities in the pop-up part of the spring piece 7.

[0026] Furthermore, the tactile switch of this embodiment is also applied to a four-way adjustable switch structure. Referring to Figures 7-10, the four-way adjustable switch of this embodiment includes a base 1, on which a mounting groove 2 is provided. A plurality of flip-plate members 3 are provided within the mounting groove 2. One end of each flip-plate member 3 is hinged to the base 1, and the other end abuts against a push-button switch 4. An outer flip-ring plate 5 and an inner flip-ring plate 6, which is hinged to the inner side of the outer flip-ring plate 5 and opposite to it, are also hinged to the base 1. A column rod 61 extends upwards, and an inner groove 64 is provided on the column rod 61. A spring 62 and a locking post 63 are provided in the inner groove 64. In use, by pushing the column rod 61, the inner flip ring plate 6 is hinged and swings relative to the outer flip ring plate 5. The spherical abutment post 55 provided on the inner flip ring plate 6 pushes the flip plate 3 to trigger the press switch 4. When the column rod 61 swings to one side in the 90-degree direction, the inner flip ring plate 6 and the outer flip ring plate 5 swing hinged relative to the base 1 to trigger the press switch 4 in the corresponding direction.

[0027] In this embodiment, the four-way adjustable switch base 1 is equipped with the aforementioned tactile switch as a push switch 4. The tactile switch is positioned opposite the flip plate 3. When the rod 61 swings in four directions, the hinge structure between the inner flip ring plate 6, the outer flip ring plate 5, and the base 1 triggers the corresponding flip plate 3, thereby triggering the tactile switches located at four positions below the base 1. This enables the conduction and transmission of four electrical signals, achieving four-way adjustment. Compared to the prior art where the tactile switch is independently designed and manufactured and then combined with the mechanical components of the four-way adjustable switch, the four-way adjustable switch has a simplified structure, making assembly and use more convenient. Furthermore, the four-way adjustable switch does not need to consider the sealing problem of traditional four-way switches; the tactile switch provides the protection effect, reducing the difficulty of sealing design. In addition, the production and use cost of the four-way adjustable switch using the tactile switch is lower than that of the traditional conductive adhesive four-way switch, thus reducing costs.

[0028] As a further feature of the above scheme, the downward-facing side of the outer flip ring plate 5 and the inner flip ring plate 6 is provided with a spherical abutment post 55, which abuts against the upper side of the flip plate component 3.

[0029] As a further feature of the above scheme, the outer ring plate 5 and the inner ring plate 6 are provided with a beveled portion 52 on the downward side of the column shaft 51 for hinge connection. The base 1 and the outer ring plate 5 are provided with a hinge groove 53 opposite to the column shaft 51. Above the hinge groove 53 is a beveled surface 54 that matches the beveled portion 52. The cooperation between the beveled surface 54 and the beveled portion 52 facilitates the installation and combination of the outer ring plate 5 and the inner ring plate 6.

[0030] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of this utility model and its equivalents, this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A tactile switch, comprising a housing (9), wherein the housing (9) is provided with a tactile groove (8), wherein a spring (7) and a button (10) are provided in the tactile groove (8), and the housing (9) is further provided with a cover plate (91) to close the tactile groove (8), characterized in that: The spring (7) includes a main body (72) and a spring-loaded part (73). The spring-loaded part (73) swings toward the button (10). The housing (9) is provided with a first contact (95) and a second contact (94). The first contact (95) abuts and communicates with the main body (72). The second contact (94) is located below the spring-loaded part (73) and abuts and communicates with the second contact (94) after the button (10) presses the spring-loaded part (73) to swing.

2. A tactile switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The button (10) is provided with a pressure post (101) that matches the pop-up part (73). The pop-up part (73) is also provided with a notch (74) in the middle. The light touch groove (8) is provided with a positioning post (81). The spring piece (7) is provided with a notch (71) that matches the positioning post (81).

3. A tactile switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first contact (95) and the second contact (94) are integrally formed during the injection molding of the housing (9). The first contact (95) and the second contact (94) are provided with fixing holes (93) and several locking angles (92).

4. A four-way adjustable switch structure comprising the tactile switch according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: Includes a base (1), on which a mounting groove (2) is provided, and in which a plurality of flip-plate components (3) are provided. One end of each flip-plate component (3) is hinged to the base (1), and the other end is abutted against a push-button switch (4). The base (1) is also hinged to an outer flip-ring plate (5) and an inner flip-ring plate (6) which is hinged to the inner side of the outer flip-ring plate (5) relative to the outer flip-ring plate (5). The inner flip-ring plate (6) extends upward to provide a column rod (61). The column rod (61) is provided with an inner hole groove (64). The inner hole groove (64) is provided with a spring component (62) and a locking push-button (63).

5. A four-way adjustable switch structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer flip ring plate (5) and the inner flip ring plate (6) are also provided with a spherical abutment post (55) facing downwards, and the spherical abutment post (55) is provided against the upper side of the flip plate (3).

6. A four-way adjustable switch structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer ring plate (5) and the inner ring plate (6) are provided with a beveled part (52) on the downward side of the column shaft (51) for hinge connection. The base (1) and the outer ring plate (5) are provided with a hinge groove (53) relative to the column shaft (51). Above the hinge groove (53) is a bevel (54) that matches the beveled part (52).

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