Switch

Abstract

According to the embodiment of the invention, a switch is provided, and the switch comprises a pedestal which is internally provided with a movable conductive part; the panel partially covers the base; the sliding part is arranged on the side, facing the base, of the panel and can slide in the preset direction under driving of the panel, the sliding part comprises a shifting groove, and the shifting groove can drive the movable conductive part to be switched between the connection position and the disconnection position under the condition that the sliding part slides; and the elastic piece is arranged between one end, adjacent to the shifting groove, of the movable conductive piece and the groove wall of the shifting groove. By means of the arrangement, virtual positions can be avoided, the switch is more attractive, the structure is more compact, and the user experience is better.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiments of this disclosure generally relate to the field of switching equipment technology, and more specifically, to a switch. Background Technology

[0002] A switch toggles between on and off states by pushing the switch panel to drive a slider. For example, when a slide switch is mounted on a wall, the switch panel can be pushed vertically up and down to change the switch state. When the switch panel is pushed to the top, it may fall downwards due to gravity, creating a misalignment at the top of the switch base—an area not covered by the switch panel. This prevents the switch panel from aligning properly with the top of the switch base. This affects the slide switch's aesthetics, structural compactness, and user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a switch that at least partially solves the above-mentioned problems and other potential problems.

[0004] In one aspect of this disclosure, a switch is provided, comprising: a base in which a movable conductive element is disposed; a panel partially covering the base; a slider disposed on the side of the panel facing the base and capable of sliding in a predetermined direction under the action of the panel, the slider including a toggle groove capable of driving the movable conductive element to switch between an on position and an off position when the slider slides; and an elastic element disposed between one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the toggle groove and the groove wall of the toggle groove.

[0005] In some embodiments, one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the actuation groove is located outside the actuation groove, the elastic element is disposed at one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the actuation groove and extends into the actuation groove, and the elastic element abuts against the groove wall of the actuation groove.

[0006] In some embodiments, one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the actuation groove is located within the actuation groove, and the elastic element is disposed at one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the actuation groove and abuts against the groove wall of the actuation groove.

[0007] In some embodiments, the elastic element includes a spring fitted onto one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the actuation slot.

[0008] In some embodiments, the elastic element includes a spring tab coupled to one end of the active conductive element adjacent to the actuation slot.

[0009] In some embodiments, the elastic element is disposed on the groove wall of the actuating groove, and one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the actuating groove is located within the actuating groove and abuts against the elastic element.

[0010] In some embodiments, the panel is a sliding panel capable of sliding along the predetermined direction, and the slider is detachably connected to the panel.

[0011] In some embodiments, the panel is a sliding panel capable of sliding along the predetermined direction, and the slider is fixedly connected to the panel.

[0012] In some embodiments, the panel is a press-type panel, and when the panel is pressed, the panel can drive the slider to slide along the predetermined direction.

[0013] According to embodiments of this disclosure, by providing an elastic element between one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the toggle groove and the groove wall, the panel can be held at its edge relative to the base when it is slid to the top, thus aligning the edges of the panel and the base. This results in a more aesthetically pleasing switch, a more compact structure, and a better user experience.

[0014] It should be understood that the content described in this section is not intended to limit the key or essential features of the embodiments of this disclosure, nor is it intended to restrict the scope of this disclosure. Other features of this disclosure will become readily apparent from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The above and other features, advantages, and aspects of the embodiments of this disclosure will become more apparent from the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements, wherein:

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a conventional switch is shown;

[0017] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A1 in the diagram;

[0018] Figure 3 It shows Figure 1 A schematic cross-sectional view of the switch shown;

[0019] Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A2 in the diagram;

[0020] Figure 5 A schematic cross-sectional view of a switch according to some embodiments of the present disclosure is shown;

[0021] Figure 6 It shows Figure 5 An exploded view of the switch shown;

[0022] Figure 7 It shows Figure 6 An enlarged schematic diagram of part B in the diagram;

[0023] Figure 8 A schematic cross-sectional view of a switch according to other embodiments of the present disclosure is shown; and

[0024] Figure 9 It shows Figure 8 The relative arrangement of the base and the elastic element in the switch shown.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0026] 100 switches;

[0027] 110 base;

[0028] 120 panel;

[0029] 130 sliding parts;

[0030] 1310 toggle slot;

[0031] 140 active conductive components;

[0032] 150 Fixed conductive component;

[0033] 160 elastic element;

[0034] 161 spring;

[0035] 162 shrapnel;

[0036] 210 offset region. Detailed Implementation

[0037] Preferred embodiments of the present disclosure will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While preferred embodiments of the present disclosure are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present disclosure may be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the present disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the present disclosure to those skilled in the art.

[0038] The term "comprising" and its variations as used herein signify open inclusion, i.e., "including but not limited to". Unless otherwise stated, the term "or" means "and / or". The term "based on" means "at least partially based on". The terms "one example embodiment" and "one embodiment" mean "at least one example embodiment". The term "another embodiment" means "at least one additional embodiment". The terms "first", "second", etc., may refer to different or the same objects.

[0039] As mentioned above, when the switch panel is pushed to the top, it may fall downwards due to gravity, creating an offset area on the top of the switch base that is not covered by the switch panel, resulting in misalignment and preventing the switch panel from aligning with the top of the switch base. The following section will combine... Figures 1 to 4 Let me describe this problem in detail.

[0040] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a conventional switch is shown. Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A1 in the diagram. Figure 3 It shows Figure 1 The diagram shows a schematic cross-sectional view of the switch. Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A2 in the diagram.

[0041] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the switch can be mounted vertically on the wall. The switch state can be changed by pushing the panel 120 up and down vertically. When the panel 120 is pushed upwards to the top, it may fall downwards due to gravity, creating a misalignment at the top of the base 110—an offset area 210 not covered by the panel 120. This prevents the panel 120 from aligning with the top of the base 110. The width of the offset area 210 may be 0.2 mm or greater.

[0042] It should be noted that the figures, values, etc., mentioned above and elsewhere in this disclosure are exemplary and are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure in any way. Any other suitable figures or values ​​are possible.

[0043] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the base 110 is provided with a movable conductive element 140 and a fixed conductive element 150. The movable conductive element 140 can switch between an on and off position relative to the fixed conductive element 150. In the on position, the electrical contacts on the movable conductive element 140 are connected to the electrical contacts on the fixed conductive element 150. In the off position, the electrical contacts on the movable conductive element 140 are separated from the electrical contacts on the fixed conductive element 150. The position switching of the movable conductive element 140 can be achieved by driving a slider 130 provided on the panel 120. The slider 130 includes a toggle groove 1310, and one end of the movable conductive element 140 extends into the toggle groove 1310. When the slider 130 slides relative to the base 110, the toggle groove 1310 can drive the end of the movable conductive element 140, causing the movable conductive element 140 to switch between the on and off positions.

[0044] When assembling the slider 130 onto the movable conductive member 140, an assembly space needs to be left between the end of the movable conductive member 140 and the slider 130. This results in a small gap between the end of the movable conductive member 140 and the groove wall of the toggle slot 1310. Normally, an assembly gap of at least 0.2 mm is required. When the switch is installed vertically, this space causes the panel 120 to drop downwards, resulting in the offset area 210 described above. Furthermore, with use, the movable conductive member 140 may wear down, further increasing the gap between the end of the movable conductive member 140 and the groove wall of the toggle slot 1310, potentially reaching 0.7 mm. In this case, the size of the offset area 210 will be further increased.

[0045] To address the aforementioned problems, embodiments of this disclosure provide a switch that uses an elastic element between one end of the movable conductive element adjacent to the actuating groove and the groove wall to hold the panel relative to the base at an edge position, thereby aligning the panel with the edge of the base. The following describes the process in conjunction with... Figures 5 to 7 To describe exemplary embodiments of this disclosure.

[0046] Figure 5 A schematic cross-sectional view of a switch 100 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 6 It shows Figure 5 The exploded view of switch 100 shown is shown. Figure 7 It shows Figure 6 An enlarged schematic diagram of part B in the diagram. (See attached image.) Figures 5 to 6 As shown, the switch 100 described herein generally includes a base 110, a panel 120, a slider 130, a movable conductive element 140, a fixed conductive element 150, and an elastic element 160. The panel 120 is a sliding panel, and the switch state can be switched by pushing the panel 120 in a predetermined direction.

[0047] like Figure 5 As shown, panel 120 partially covers base 110 and is movably connected to base 110. When pushed, panel 120 can move relative to base 110 in a predetermined direction X. For example, Figure 5 The diagram shows panel 120 in its rightmost position relative to base 110. At this position, movable conductive element 140 and fixed conductive element 150 are in a connected state. By pushing panel 120 to the left, movable conductive element 140 can be disconnected from fixed conductive element 150.

[0048] In some embodiments, panel 120 may be connected to base 110 via a snap-fit ​​structure. In other embodiments, panel 120 may be connected to base 110 via any other suitable movable connection structure, all of which fall within the scope of this disclosure.

[0049] like Figure 5 As shown, a movable conductive element 140 and a fixed connecting element 150 are disposed in the base 110. The movable conductive element 140 can switch between an on position and an off position relative to the fixed conductive element 150. In the on position, the electrical contacts on the movable conductive element 140 can connect to the electrical contacts on the fixed conductive element 150. In the off position, the electrical contacts on the movable conductive element 140 are separated from the electrical contacts on the fixed conductive element 150.

[0050] The active conductive element 140 may include a silver bridge or any suitable conductive element type, and the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited thereto.

[0051] To enable the position switching of the movable conductive component 140, a slider 130 is provided on the side of the panel 120 facing the base 110, such as... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown. The slider 130 can slide along a predetermined direction X under the action of the panel 120. The slider 130 includes a toggle groove 1310, which can drive the movable conductive member 140 to switch between an on position and an off position when the slider 130 slides.

[0052] In some embodiments, the slider 130 is detachably connected to the panel 120, for example, by a snap-fit ​​or any suitable connection structure. In other embodiments, the slider 130 may be fixedly connected to the panel 120. For example, the slider 130 may be integrally formed on the panel 120. Both detachable and fixed connections can ensure synchronized movement of the slider 130 and the panel 120.

[0053] like Figures 5 to 7 As shown, the elastic element 160 is disposed between one end of the movable conductive element 140 adjacent to the toggle groove 1310 and the groove wall of the toggle groove 1310. When the panel 120 is pushed relative to the base 110 in a predetermined direction X, the slider 130 can drive the movable conductive element 140 to switch between an on and off position via the elastic element 160. Furthermore, when the switch 100 is vertically mounted and the panel 120 is pushed relative to the base 110 to the top side, the elastic element 160 can apply a spring force to the groove wall of the toggle groove 1310, thereby holding the panel 120 relative to the base 110 in an edge position, so that the edges of the panel 120 and the base 110 are aligned. In this way, the occurrence of misalignment can be avoided, making the switch 100 more aesthetically pleasing, more compact in structure, and providing a better user experience.

[0054] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5As shown, one end of the movable conductive member 140 adjacent to the actuation groove 1310 is located outside the actuation groove 1310, and the elastic member 160 is disposed at one end of the movable conductive member 140 adjacent to the actuation groove 1310 and extends into the actuation groove 1310, with the elastic member 160 abutting against the groove wall of the actuation groove 1310. In this embodiment, the elastic member 160 can reliably hold the slider 130 in the proper position, preventing the panel 110 from being misaligned.

[0055] In some embodiments, such as Figures 5 to 7 As shown, the elastic element 160 includes a spring 161 fitted onto one end of the movable conductive element 140 adjacent to the actuation slot 1310. When the panel 120 is pushed relative to the base 110, the actuation slot 1310 on the slider 130 can drive the movable conductive element 140 to switch between an on and off position via the spring 161. Furthermore, when the switch 100 is vertically mounted on the wall and the panel 120 is pushed to the top relative to the base 110, the spring 161 can apply a spring force to the groove wall of the actuation slot 1310, holding the slider 130 in the proper position and preventing the panel 110 from being misaligned.

[0056] Figure 8 A schematic cross-sectional view of a switch according to other embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. Figure 9 It shows Figure 8 The relative arrangement of the base and the elastic element in the switch shown. Figure 8 and Figure 9 The structure and connection of the switch 100 shown Figures 5 to 7 The switches described are similar in structure, and the differences between them will be described below, while the same parts will not be described again.

[0057] In some embodiments, instead of spring 161, elastic member 160 may include a spring tab 162 coupled to one end of the movable conductor 140 adjacent to the actuation slot 1310. Spring tab 162 may be connected to one end of the movable conductor 140 adjacent to the actuation slot 1310 by welding, fastening, or any suitable means. When panel 120 is pushed relative to base 110, the actuation slot 1310 on slider 130 can drive movable conductor 140 to switch between an on and off position via spring tab 162. Furthermore, when switch 100 is vertically mounted on a wall and panel 120 is pushed to the top relative to base 110, spring tab 162 can apply a spring force to the slot wall of actuation slot 1310, holding panel 120 in place and preventing misalignment.

[0058] Alternatively, in some embodiments, one end of the movable conductive element 140 adjacent to the actuation groove 1310 may extend into the actuation groove 1310, and the elastic element 160 may be disposed at one end of the movable conductive element 140 adjacent to the actuation groove 1310 and abut against the groove wall of the actuation groove 1310. In such an embodiment, the elastic element 160 contacts the groove wall of the actuation groove 1310, while the end of the movable conductive element 140 adjacent to the actuation groove 1310 does not contact the groove wall of the actuation groove 1310. With this arrangement, the elastic force of the elastic element 160 can also hold the panel 120 in the proper position relative to the base 110, avoiding any misalignment.

[0059] Alternatively, in some embodiments, the elastic element 160 may be disposed on the groove wall of the actuation slot 1310 instead of on the movable conductive element 140. One end of the movable conductive element 140 adjacent to the actuation slot 1310 may extend into the actuation slot 1310 and abut against the elastic element 160 disposed on the groove wall of the actuation slot 1310. With this arrangement, the panel 120 can also be held in place relative to the base 110 by the elasticity of the elastic element 160, avoiding misalignment. The elastic element 160 disposed on the groove wall of the actuation slot 1310 may include a spring, a sheet spring, or any suitable type.

[0060] In some embodiments, switch 100 may be a push-button switch. Correspondingly, panel 120 may be a push-button panel. Two driving ramps may be provided on panel 120, and correspondingly, abutting ramps may be provided on slider 130, respectively cooperating with the two driving ramps on panel 120. When one side of panel 120 is pressed, the slider 130 can be driven to slide in one direction through the cooperation between the ramps, and when the other side of panel 120 is pressed, the slider 130 can be driven to slide in the opposite direction through the cooperation between the ramps. In such an embodiment, elastic member 160 can also hold slider 130 in an edge position, preventing elastic member 160 from having a play problem.

[0061] The various embodiments of this disclosure have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, and are not limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The terminology used herein is chosen to best explain the principles, practical application, or technical improvements to the embodiments in the market, or to enable others skilled in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A switch (100), characterized in that, include: A base (110) is provided with a movable conductive element (140); A panel (120) partially covers the base (110); A slider (130) is disposed on the side of the panel (120) facing the base (110) and is capable of sliding in a predetermined direction under the action of the panel (120). The slider (130) includes a toggle groove (1310), which is capable of driving the movable conductive element (140) to switch between an on position and an off position when the slider (130) slides. An elastic element (160) is disposed between one end of the movable conductive element (140) adjacent to the actuating groove (1310) and the groove wall of the actuating groove (1310).

2. The switch (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the movable conductive element (140) adjacent to the actuation groove (1310) is located outside the actuation groove (1310), and the elastic element (160) is disposed at one end of the movable conductive element (140) adjacent to the actuation groove (1310) and extends into the actuation groove (1310), and the elastic element (160) abuts against the groove wall of the actuation groove (1310).

3. The switch (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the movable conductive member (140) adjacent to the actuation groove (1310) is located within the actuation groove (1310), and the elastic member (160) is disposed at one end of the movable conductive member (140) adjacent to the actuation groove (1310) and abuts against the groove wall of the actuation groove (1310).

4. The switch (100) according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The elastic element (160) includes a spring (161) sleeved on one end of the movable conductive element (140) adjacent to the actuation groove (1310).

5. The switch (100) according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The elastic element (160) includes a spring piece (162) coupled to one end of the movable conductive element (140) adjacent to the actuation groove (1310).

6. The switch (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic element (160) is disposed on the groove wall of the actuating groove (1310), and one end of the movable conductive element (140) adjacent to the actuating groove (1310) is located in the actuating groove (1310) and abuts against the elastic element (160).

7. The switch (100) according to any one of claims 1-3 and 6, characterized in that, The panel (120) is a sliding panel that can slide along the predetermined direction, and the slider (130) is detachably connected to the panel (120).

8. The switch (100) according to any one of claims 1-3 and 6, characterized in that, The panel (120) is a sliding panel that can slide along the predetermined direction, and the slider (130) is fixedly connected to the panel (120).

9. The switch (100) according to any one of claims 1-3 and 6, characterized in that, The panel (120) is a press-type panel, and when the panel (120) is pressed, the panel (120) can drive the slider (130) to slide along the predetermined direction.

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