Five-way roller switch

Abstract

The utility model provides a five-way roller switch, and belongs to the technical field of motorcycle switches. The technical problem that an existing roller switch is prone to abrasion is solved. The five-way roller switch comprises a base and a bottom plate, a circuit board is fixedly arranged in the base and the bottom plate, the circuit board is provided with three pressing touch keys and a sensing element, a switch base is connected to the upper portion of the base in a floating mode, a pressing piece is fixedly arranged on the base, the number of the pressing touch keys is three, and the pressing piece is located between the pressing touch keys and the switch base. The sensing element is located in the middle of the three pressing touch keys, a roller is arranged over the sensing element, a sensing piece is fixed to one side of the roller in an embedded mode, a rolling shaft is fixedly arranged between the roller and the sensing piece, the two ends of the rolling shaft are rotationally fixed to the switch base, the rolling shaft is provided with a gear part, and a gear groove is formed in the position, opposite to the position under the gear part, of the switch base. And a gear rod matched with the gear part to roll and produce sound is arranged in the gear groove. According to the utility model, the accuracy, smoothness and durability of roller operation are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of motorcycle switch technology, and specifically refers to a five-way roller switch. Background Technology

[0002] A five-way roller switch is a control device that combines the functions of a roller and a button, enabling operation in five directions (usually up, down, left, right, and press). It is used in the central control settings of motorcycles, ATVs, etc. For example, the roller switch with patent number 2023227594239 discloses a magnetic induction trigger and spring-loaded shifter design, aiming to solve the problems of complex structure, poor tactile feedback, and inconvenient assembly of traditional mechanical roller switches. The spring-loaded shifter uses a metal spring-loaded spring in conjunction with a shifter gear. However, the spring-loaded spring and the shifter gear need to be precisely aligned to achieve a clear shifter feel; otherwise, the tactile feedback will be affected. The processing and assembly precision requirements for the spring-loaded spring are very high, and the metal spring-loaded spring is prone to fatigue and deformation after long-term use, reducing its service life and causing the shifter feel to become unclear. How can a five-way roller switch be made to better switch up and down to improve the tactile feedback? Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a five-way roller switch.

[0004] The objective of this utility model can be achieved through the following technical solution: A five-way roller switch includes a base and a base plate. A circuit board is fixedly installed inside the base and the base plate. The circuit board has push-buttons and a sensing element. A switch base is floatingly connected above the base. A push-button is fixedly installed on the base. There are three push-buttons. The push-button is located between the push-buttons and the switch base. The sensing element is located in the middle of the three push-buttons. A roller is installed directly above the sensing element. A sensing element is nested and fixed on one side of the roller. A roller shaft is fixedly installed between the roller and the sensing element. The two ends of the roller shaft are rotatably fixed on the switch base. The roller shaft has a gear part. A gear slot is formed on the switch base directly below the gear part. A gear lever that cooperates with the gear part to roll and produce sound is installed in the gear slot. The two ends of the roller are directly embedded in the switch base, which is floatingly connected to the base. The three push-buttons form a stable triangular structure, which stably supports the switch base. The sensing element is located in the middle of the three push-buttons and is positioned vertically above, ensuring stable rolling of the roller and reducing radial runout. This allows the roller to stably drive the sensing element to rotate and cooperate with it for sensing. The overall structure is compact, reducing intermediate transmission parts and lowering the risk of wear. The cooperation between the gear lever and the gear enhances the tactile feedback when the roller rolls up and down.

[0005] Furthermore, the switch holder is formed with a fixed plate, which is parallel to the circuit board. A spherical protrusion protrudes from the lower end of the fixed plate, and this spherical protrusion abuts against the upper end of the pressing component. The spherical protrusion at the lower end of the fixed plate of the switch holder forms a point contact with the upper end of the pressing component. This allows the switch holder to adaptively adjust its angle when pressed, avoiding jamming caused by uneven force, while also distributing pressure and reducing wear.

[0006] Furthermore, the gear shift groove is recessed downwards perpendicular to the fixed plate. The gear shift lever includes a cylindrical portion and a semi-circular portion, with the cylindrical portion being longer than the semi-circular portion. The cylindrical portion is located inside the gear shift groove, while the upper half of the semi-circular portion is located outside the groove. A positioning post protrudes upwards from the bottom of the gear shift groove, and the cylindrical portion is fitted over the positioning post. The length of the positioning post is shorter than the length of the cylindrical portion. The gear portion of the roller meshes with the semi-circular portion of the gear shift lever, providing a stepped damping feel through the arcuate surface of the semi-circular portion, allowing the user to clearly perceive gear shifting. The cylindrical portion fitted over the positioning post ensures that the gear shift lever always moves vertically, preventing uneven wear.

[0007] Furthermore, the switch base is formed with a first rotating shaft and a second rotating shaft, which are located on both sides of the fixed plate and arranged opposite each other. A spherical shaft is formed at the end of the first rotating shaft, and a stop bar shaft is formed on the spherical shaft. The stop bar shaft is perpendicular to the first rotating shaft. Symmetrical open U-shaped frames are formed on the base, with both ends of the stop bar shaft located on the open U-shaped frames. A spherical groove is formed between the two open U-shaped frames, and the spherical shaft always abuts against the spherical groove. A closed U-shaped frame protrudes from the fixed plate, arranged opposite to the open U-shaped frames, and the second rotating shaft is located within the closed U-shaped frame. The spherical shaft of the first rotating shaft always abuts against the spherical groove of the base, forming a universal joint effect, ensuring smooth force transmission when the roller rolls up and down or tilts, avoiding mechanical interference, and improving operational smoothness. The open U-shaped frame fixes the stop bar shaft, limiting horizontal displacement; the closed U-shaped frame constrains the second rotating shaft, forming double-sided support and preventing the roller from tilting. The dynamic fit of the spherical shaft in the spherical groove further absorbs torque and prevents the shaft from loosening after long-term use.

[0008] Furthermore, the roller has circumferentially distributed heat dissipation blocks protruding from the side near the sensor. The heat dissipation blocks abut against the sensor, and the heat dissipation blocks are provided with heat dissipation grooves with openings facing away from the sensor. The cooperation of the heat dissipation blocks and heat dissipation grooves on the roller increases the heat dissipation area and accelerates heat dissipation. Its abutment against the sensor also plays an axial limiting role, preventing the roller from lateral wobbling and ensuring a stable rolling trajectory.

[0009] Furthermore, a switch cover is fixedly provided on the switch base, the switch cover is provided with a mounting groove, and the roller passes through the mounting groove with the outer periphery of the roller exposed on the outside of the switch cover.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects of this utility model are as follows: the two ends of the roller are directly embedded in the switch base, the switch base is floatingly connected to the base, the three push-buttons form a triangular stable structure, so that the three push-buttons stably support the switch base, the sensing element is located in the middle of the three push-buttons and the sensing element is set vertically above, ensuring the stable rolling of the roller reduces radial runout and makes it stably drive the sensing element to rotate and cooperate with the sensing element to sense. The overall structure is compact, reducing intermediate transmission parts and reducing the risk of wear. The cooperation between the gear lever and the gear part enhances the tactile feel of the roller's up and down rolling switching, and improves the accuracy, smoothness and durability of the roller operation. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0012] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the base and pressing component of this utility model.

[0013] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the switch base, switch cover, and roller of this utility model.

[0014] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the switch base and roller of this utility model.

[0015] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the utility model.

[0016] Figure 6 This utility model is a three-dimensional roller. Figure 1 .

[0017] Figure 7 This utility model is a three-dimensional roller. Figure 2 .

[0018] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional view of the circuit board of this utility model.

[0019] Drawing number markings: 1. Base; 101. Open U-shaped frame; 102. Spherical groove; 103. Closed U-shaped frame; 2. Switch base; 201. Gear slot; 202. Fixed plate; 203. Spherical protrusion; 204. Positioning post; 205. Rotating shaft one; 206. Rotating shaft two; 207. Spherical shaft; 208. Gear lever shaft; 3. Circuit board; 301. Press button; 302. Sensing element; 4. Base plate; 5. Pressing part; 6. Roller; 601. Heat sink; 602. Heat sink groove; 7. Sensing element; 8. Roller; 801. Gear part; 9. Gear lever; 901. Cylindrical part; 902. Semicircular part; 10. Switch cover; 1001. Mounting groove. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The following are specific embodiments of the present invention, which are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

[0021] It should be noted that the descriptions of "up", "down", "left", "right", "top", "bottom", etc. in this utility model are defined based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device must be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0022] According to Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a five-way roller switch includes a base 1, a base plate 4, a switch base 2, and a switch cover 10. The base 1 and base plate 4 form a receiving cavity, and a circuit board 3 is fixed within the receiving cavity. The circuit board 3 has three push-button keys 301 and three sensing elements 302, forming a triangular stable structure. A sealing element is also sealed around the circuit board 3, located between the circuit board 3 and the base 1, and fixed by the base 1 and base plate 4. The base 1 has mounting holes opposite to the three push-button keys 301. A pressing element 5 is fixedly installed in each mounting hole, located between the push-button keys 301 and the switch base 2. One end of the pressing element 5 abuts against the push-button key 301, and the other end abuts against the switch base 2. The three pressing elements 5 stably support the switch base 2, causing the switch base 2 to float above the base 1. The sensing element 302 is located in the middle of the three push-button buttons 301. A roller 6 is positioned directly above the sensing element 302. A sensing element 7 is nested and fixed on one side of the roller 6. A roller 8 is fixed between the roller 6 and the sensing element 7. The two ends of the roller 8 are rotatably fixed to the switch base 2. The roller 8 has a gear part 801. A gear slot 201 is formed on the switch base 2 directly below the gear part 801. A gear lever 9 is provided in the gear slot 201 to cooperate with the gear part 801 to generate sound when rolling. The two ends of the roller 8 are directly embedded in the switch base 2. The three push-button buttons 5 stably support the switch base 2. The sensing element 302 is located in the middle of the three push-button buttons 301 and the sensing element 7 is positioned vertically above it. This ensures stable rolling of the roller 6, reduces radial runout, and allows it to stably drive the sensing element 7 to rotate and cooperate with the sensing element 302 for sensing. The overall structure is compact, reduces intermediate transmission parts, and lowers the risk of wear. The cooperation between the gear lever 9 and the gear part 801 enhances the tactile feedback when the roller 6 rolls up and down.

[0023] The switch base 2 is formed with a fixed plate 202, which is parallel to the circuit board 3. A spherical protrusion 203 protrudes from the lower end surface of the fixed plate 202. The spherical protrusion 203 abuts against the upper end surface of the pressing member 5. The upper end surface of the pressing member 5 and the spherical protrusion 203 form a point contact, so that the switch base 2 can adaptively and finely adjust the angle when left and right and when pressing to confirm, so as to avoid jamming caused by uneven force, and at the same time distribute the pressure and reduce wear. The switch base 2 is formed with a first rotating shaft 205 and a second rotating shaft 206. The first rotating shaft 205 and the second rotating shaft 206 are located on both sides of the fixed plate 202 and are arranged opposite to each other. The end of the first rotating shaft 205 is formed with a spherical shaft 207, and a stop rod shaft 208 is formed on the spherical shaft 207. The stop rod shaft 208 is perpendicular to the first rotating shaft 205. The base 1 is formed with a symmetrical open U-shaped frame 101. The two ends of the stop rod shaft 208 are located on the open U-shaped frame 101. When the stop rod shaft 208 is parallel to the fixed plate 202, the two ends of the stop rod shaft 208 do not contact the open U-shaped frame 101. When pressure is manually applied to the left side of the fixed plate 202, the left end of the stop rod shaft 208 will abut against the open U-shaped frame 101 to restrict the stop rod shaft 208 from continuing to rotate, and vice versa. A spherical groove 102 is formed between the two open U-shaped frames 101, and the spherical shaft 207 always abuts against the spherical groove 102. The spherical shaft 207 of the first rotating shaft 205 always abuts against the spherical groove 102 of the base 1, forming a universal joint effect, so that the roller 6 maintains smooth force transmission when rolling up and down or tilting, avoiding mechanical interference and improving the smoothness of operation. A closed U-shaped frame 103 protrudes from the fixed plate 202. The closed U-shaped frame 103 is set opposite to the open U-shaped frame 101, and the second rotating shaft 206 is located inside the closed U-shaped frame 103. The open U-shaped frame 101 fixes the stop shaft 208 and restricts horizontal displacement, while the closed U-shaped frame 103 constrains the second rotating shaft 206, forming double-sided support to prevent the roller 6 from tilting. The dynamic fit of the spherical shaft 207 in the spherical groove 102 further absorbs torque and prevents the rotating shaft from loosening after long-term use.

[0024] The gear shift groove 201 is recessed downwards perpendicular to the fixed plate 202. The gear shift lever 9 includes a cylindrical portion 901 and a semi-circular portion 902. The length of the cylindrical portion 901 is greater than the length of the semi-circular portion 902. The cylindrical portion 901 is located inside the gear shift groove 201, and the upper half of the semi-circular portion 902 is located outside the gear shift groove 201. A positioning post 204 protrudes upwards from the bottom of the gear shift groove 201. The cylindrical portion 901 is fitted onto the positioning post 204, and the length of the positioning post 204 is less than the length of the cylindrical portion 901. The gear portion 801 of the roller 8 meshes with the semi-circular portion 902 of the gear shift lever 9 and rolls. The arc surface of the semi-circular portion 902 provides a stepped damping feel, allowing the user to clearly perceive gear shifting. The cylindrical portion 901 fitted onto the positioning post 204 ensures that the gear shift lever 9 always moves vertically, avoiding uneven wear.

[0025] The roller 6 has a circumferentially distributed heat dissipation block 601 protruding from the side near the sensor 7. The heat dissipation block 601 abuts against the sensor 7, and the heat dissipation block 601 is provided with a heat dissipation groove 602 with an opening facing away from the sensor 7. One heat dissipation block 601 corresponds to one heat dissipation groove 602. The heat dissipation block 601 and the heat dissipation groove 602 form an inner and outer zigzag shape, which increases the heat dissipation area and accelerates heat dissipation. Its abutment against the sensor 7 also plays an axial limiting role, preventing the roller 6 from swaying laterally and ensuring the stability of the rolling trajectory. A switch cover 10 is fixedly provided on the switch base 2. The switch cover 10 is provided with a mounting groove 1001. The roller 6 passes through the mounting groove 1001 and the outer periphery of the roller 6 is exposed on the outside of the switch cover 10.

[0026] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of the present utility model should be covered within the scope of protection defined by the claims of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A five-way roller switch, comprising a base (1) and a bottom plate (4), a circuit board (3) is fixedly arranged in the base (1) and the bottom plate (4), the circuit board (3) is provided with a press touch key (301) and a sensing element (302), characterized in that: A switch base (2) is floatingly connected above the base (1). A pressing element (5) is fixedly installed on the base (1). There are three pressing buttons (301). The pressing element (5) is located between the pressing buttons (301) and the switch base (2). The sensing element (302) is located in the middle of the three pressing buttons (301). A roller (6) is provided directly above the sensing element (302). A sensing element (7) is nested and fixed on one side of the roller (6). A roller shaft (8) is fixedly installed between the roller (6) and the sensing element (7). The two ends of the roller shaft (8) are rotatably fixed on the switch base (2). The roller shaft (8) has a gear part (801). A gear slot (201) is formed on the switch base (2) directly below the gear part (801). A gear lever (9) is provided in the gear slot (201) to make a sound when it rolls in conjunction with the gear part (801).

2. A five-way roller switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The switch base (2) is formed with a fixed plate (202), which is parallel to the circuit board (3). A spherical protrusion (203) protrudes from the lower end surface of the fixed plate (202), and the spherical protrusion (203) abuts against the upper end surface of the pressing member (5).

3. A five-way roller switch according to claim 2, wherein: The gear slot (201) is recessed downward perpendicular to the fixed plate (202). The gear lever (9) includes a cylindrical part (901) and a semi-circular part (902). The length of the cylindrical part (901) is greater than the length of the semi-circular part (902). The cylindrical part (901) is located inside the gear slot (201). The upper half of the semi-circular part (902) is located outside the gear slot (201). The bottom of the gear slot (201) has a positioning post (204) protruding upward. The cylindrical part (901) is sleeved on the positioning post (204). The length of the positioning post (204) is less than the length of the cylindrical part (901).

4. A five-way roller switch according to claim 2 or 3, characterised in that: The switch base (2) is formed with a first rotating shaft (205) and a second rotating shaft (206). The first rotating shaft (205) and the second rotating shaft (206) are located on both sides of the fixed plate (202) and are arranged opposite to each other. A spherical shaft (207) is formed at the end of the first rotating shaft (205). A stop bar shaft (208) is formed on the spherical shaft (207). The stop bar shaft (208) is perpendicular to the first rotating shaft (205). A symmetrical open U-shaped frame is formed on the base (1). (101) The two ends of the stop bar shaft (208) are located on the open U-shaped frame (101). There is a spherical groove (102) between the two open U-shaped frames (101). The spherical shaft (207) and the spherical groove (102) are always in contact. A closed U-shaped frame (103) protrudes from the fixed plate (202). The closed U-shaped frame (103) is arranged opposite to the open U-shaped frame (101). The second rotating shaft (206) is located inside the closed U-shaped frame (103).

5. A five-way roller switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The roller (6) has a circumferentially distributed heat dissipation block (601) protruding on the side near the sensing element (7). The heat dissipation block (601) abuts against the sensing element (7), and the heat dissipation block (601) is provided with a heat dissipation groove (602) with an opening facing away from the sensing element (7).

6. A five-way roller switch according to claim 5, wherein: The switch base (2) is fixedly provided with a switch cover (10), the switch cover (10) is provided with a mounting groove (1001), the roller (6) passes through the mounting groove (1001) and makes the outer periphery of the roller (6) exposed outside the switch cover (10).

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