Button switch and motorcycle handle switch using same

Abstract

The utility model discloses a button switch and a motorcycle handle switch using the same. The button switch comprises a housing and a button. The button is pivotally connected with the shell through a pivoting structure; an indicating lamp module is installed on the button, a threading hole is formed in the center of the pivoting structure, and an external wire penetrates through the threading hole and is connected with the indicating lamp module. According to the utility model, the threading hole is arranged at the center of the pivoting structure, so that an external wire can directly pass through the pivoting structure to be connected with the indicating lamp module on the button, the arrangement path of the wire is simplified, the damage to the wire caused by swinging of the button is reduced, and the assembly efficiency and the electrical performance of the button switch are improved; and the practicability is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of electric push button switch technology, specifically relating to a push button switch and a motorcycle handlebar switch using the same. Background Technology

[0002] In existing motorcycle handlebar switch designs, indicator lights are typically integrated inside the button to provide visual feedback to the user at night or in low-light conditions. However, this design presents significant technical challenges in wire routing, especially in applications where the button needs to be connected to the housing via a pivot structure to achieve switch control. Specifically, the limited internal space of the button necessitates routing the wires around the pivot structure and avoiding compression or pulling during button movement. This makes the wires prone to wear and even breakage due to repeated operation, affecting the switch's electrical performance and lifespan. Furthermore, traditional winding arrangements increase the overall size of the switch, hindering compact design requirements and increasing assembly difficulty and production costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a push button switch and a motorcycle handlebar switch using the push button switch. The push button switch can integrate the indicator light module into the button, simplify the wiring layout, and improve the reliability and durability of the push button switch.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a push button switch, including a housing and a button; the button is pivotally connected to the housing via a pivot structure; an indicator light module is mounted on the button, and a wire hole is provided at the center of the pivot structure, through which an external wire passes and is connected to the indicator light module.

[0006] Preferably, the button has an inner cavity, the indicator light module is installed in the inner cavity, the inner cavity has a wire passage for the external wire to pass through; the button has a light-transmitting area.

[0007] Preferably, the button includes a button frame and a button cap covering the upper end of the button frame, with the inner cavity formed between the button cap and the button frame; the wire passage is provided on the button frame, and the light-transmitting area is provided on the button cap.

[0008] Preferably, the pivot structure includes a pivot shaft and a pivot hole for plugging and connecting. One of the housing and the button is provided with the pivot shaft, and the other is provided with the pivot hole. The wire hole is provided on the pivot shaft.

[0009] Preferably, the indicator module includes a circuit board fixedly connected to the button and LED beads disposed on the circuit board.

[0010] Preferably, the lower end of the button is connected to a slider, the slider extends into the housing, the slider is equipped with a moving contact piece, and the housing is correspondingly provided with a stationary contact piece.

[0011] Preferably, a locking block is formed at the upper end of the slider, and a locking slot is formed at the lower end of the button, with the locking block engaging with the locking slot.

[0012] Preferably, the movable contact piece is provided on both sides of the slider's moving direction, and the stationary contact piece is provided on both opposite sidewalls inside the housing.

[0013] Preferably, the housing includes an inner shell with an inner cavity and an outer shell sleeved on the outside of the inner shell, and the static contact piece is integrally injection molded onto the inner shell; the outer shell and the button are connected by a pivot structure.

[0014] Preferably, it also includes a waterproof sleeve, which is fitted over the button, with its inner periphery tightly connected to the button and its outer periphery tightly connected to the housing.

[0015] Secondly, this utility model also provides a motorcycle handlebar switch, including any of the push-button switches described above.

[0016] The positive effects of this invention are as follows: The push-button switch structure is optimized by providing a through-hole at the center of the pivot structure connecting the button and the housing. This allows external wires to directly pass through the pivot structure and connect to the indicator light module on the button. This design optimizes the wire arrangement path, effectively alleviating the pulling and squeezing phenomena experienced by the wires as the button swings around the center of the pivot structure. It also reduces the risk of wear on the wires due to frequent movement, improving the reliability and durability of the push-button switch. Furthermore, it simplifies the internal structure, facilitating miniaturization. Additionally, this structure simplifies the assembly process, reduces production costs, and is suitable for applications requiring frequent operation, such as motorcycle handlebar switches, providing users with a superior user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art are briefly introduced below. Similar elements or parts in the drawings are generally identified by similar reference numerals. The elements or parts in the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the push-button switch in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a front view of the push-button switch in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 For along Figure 2 A sectional view cut along line AA.

[0021] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the push-button switch in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the motorcycle handlebar switch in this utility model.

[0023] The reference numerals in the figure are as follows: 1. Housing; 10. Static contact piece; 11. Inner housing; 12. Outer housing; 2. Button; 21. Inner cavity; 22. Wire passage; 23. Light-transmitting area; 24. Button bracket; 25. Button cap; 26. Bayonet; 3. Pivot structure; 30. Wire hole; 31. Pivot shaft; 32. Pivot hole; 4. Indicator light module; 41. Circuit board; 42. LED bead; 5. Slider; 51. Moving contact piece; 52. Locking block; 6. Waterproof sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are merely illustrative of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] It should be noted that, unless otherwise stated, the technical or scientific terms used in this application shall have the ordinary meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model pertains.

[0026] Firstly, the push-button switch structure of this utility model embodiment is as follows: Figures 1 to 4As shown, it includes a housing 1 and a button 2. The button 2 is pivotally connected to the housing 1 via a pivot structure 3. In practical applications, the button 2 is oscillated to achieve the button switch control function. An indicator light module 4 is mounted on the button 2. A wire hole 30 is provided at the center of the pivot structure 3, which connects the inside of the button 2 to the outside. An external wire passes through the wire hole 30 and connects to the indicator light module 4. In this embodiment, by providing a wire hole 30 at the center of the pivot structure, the external wire can directly pass through the pivot structure 3 and connect to the indicator light module 4 on the button 2. This design optimizes the wire arrangement path, effectively alleviating the pulling and squeezing phenomena experienced by the wire during the oscillation of the button around the center of the pivot structure. At the same time, it reduces the risk of wear caused by frequent movement of the wire, improving the reliability and durability of the button switch. It also simplifies the internal structure, which is conducive to the miniaturization design of the button switch. In addition, this structure simplifies the assembly process, reduces production costs, and is suitable for application scenarios such as motorcycle handlebar switches that require frequent operation, providing users with a good user experience.

[0027] See Figure 4 As shown, in order to install the indicator light module 4 on the button 2, a hollow inner cavity 21 is provided in the button 2, and the indicator light module 4 is installed in the inner cavity 21. The inner cavity 21 has a wire passage 22, through which external wires can pass, allowing the wires to be directly passed through the wire passage 22 to the indicator light module 4. The button 2 is provided with a light-transmitting area 23, which can be set into the shape of characters, graphics, etc. The light-transmitting area 23 can ensure that the light of the indicator light module 4 can be clearly transmitted to the outside world, providing the user with intuitive visual feedback.

[0028] Furthermore, in combination Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, to facilitate the installation of the indicator light module 4 into the inner cavity 21, the button 2 adopts a split assembly structure. The button 2 includes a button frame 24 and a button cap 25 covering the upper end of the button frame 24. The button frame 24 and the button cap 25 can be fixed by, but are not limited to, snap-fit. The inner cavity 21 is formed between the button cap 25 and the button frame 24. During assembly, the indicator light module 4 is first installed on the button cap 25 or the button frame 24, and then the button cap 25 is connected to the button frame 24. The wire passage 22 is provided on the button frame 24, and the light-transmitting area 23 is provided on the button cap 25. The indicator light module 4 can be fixed in the inner cavity 21 by screws, clips, or adhesive.

[0029] For example, see Figure 4As shown, the pivot structure 3 includes a pivot shaft 31 and a pivot hole 32 that fit together. The pivot shaft 31 is provided on one of the housing 1 and the button 2, and the pivot hole 32 is provided on the other. Through the cooperation of the pivot shaft 31 and the pivot hole 32, a stable pivot connection between the housing 1 and the button 2 is achieved, ensuring the flexibility and reliability of the button 2 during the swinging process. In addition, the wire hole 30 is provided on the pivot shaft 31, so that the external wire can pass directly through the pivot shaft 31 to optimize the wiring path of the wire.

[0030] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the indicator module 4 includes a circuit board 41 fixedly connected to the button 2 and LED beads 42 disposed on the circuit board 41. The LED beads 42 are preferably LED beads, and the number of LED beads 42 can be flexibly set as needed. The circuit board 41, as the supporting structure of the indicator module 4, forms an integrated assembly relationship with the button 2 through a fixed connection, ensuring that the indicator module 4 is stably installed inside the button 2. The LED beads 42, as light-emitting elements, can efficiently transmit light signals to the outside. As another variant implementation, the indicator module 4 can also directly use a light bulb, which is directly mounted on the button 2.

[0031] Continue reading Figure 3 and Figure 4 The lower end of the button 2 is connected to the slider 5, which extends into the housing 1. The slider 5 is equipped with a moving contact piece 51, and the housing 1 is correspondingly provided with a stationary contact piece 10. The moving contact piece 51 and the stationary contact piece 10 constitute a switch structure. When the button switch is operated, when the user presses the button 2, the slider 5 drives the moving contact piece 51 to move, changing its relative position with the stationary contact piece 10, thereby realizing the switch control function.

[0032] To facilitate the assembly of slider 5 and button 2, a locking block 52 is provided at the upper end of slider 5, and a locking slot 26 is provided at the lower end of button 2. The locking block 52 is inserted into the locking slot 26. In this solution, the locking block 52 and the locking slot 26 are engaged to achieve quick and reliable assembly between slider 5 and button 2.

[0033] Preferably, the housing 1 adopts a split assembly structure, specifically including an inner shell 11 with an inner cavity 21 and an outer shell 12 sleeved on the outside of the inner shell 11. The outer shell 12 and the inner shell 11 can be fixed by, but is not limited to, a snap-fit ​​method; the static contact piece 10 is integrally injection molded onto the inner shell 11; the outer shell 12 and the button 2 are connected by a pivot structure 3; the split assembly structure of the housing 1 can provide a basis for the subsequent pressing of the waterproof sleeve 6, and at the same time, this double-layer structure housing also has high structural strength and stability, which can effectively isolate the influence of the external environment on the internal components of the inner shell 11.

[0034] To enhance the waterproof performance of the push-button switch, a waterproof sleeve 6 is also provided. The waterproof sleeve 6 can be made of rubber. The waterproof sleeve 6 is fitted onto the button 2, with its inner periphery tightly connected to the button 2 and its outer periphery tightly connected to the housing 1. This forms an effective sealing barrier between the button 2 and the housing 1, preventing water and dust from entering through the gap between the button 2 and the housing 1 and causing damage to the push-button switch. It is suitable for applications requiring waterproofing, such as motorcycle handlebar switches.

[0035] In one specific implementation, the inner periphery of the waterproof sleeve 6 is pressed between the slider 5 and the button 2 to achieve a sealed connection; the outer periphery of the waterproof sleeve 6 is pressed between the inner shell 11 and the outer shell 12 to achieve a sealed connection.

[0036] See Figure 3 and Figure 4 To optimize the push-button switch structure, movable contacts 51 are provided on both sides of the slider 5 in the direction of movement, and stationary contacts 10 are provided on both opposite sidewalls inside the housing 1. This design, by distributing the switch structure on both sides of the slider 5, realizes a variety of electrical connection methods, expanding the functionality and applicability of the push-button switch. At the same time, the switch structure distributed on both sides avoids the interference problem that is easily caused when all movable contacts 51 are concentrated on the same side of the slider 5 and the stationary contacts 10 are set on the same sidewall of the housing 1, thus ensuring the performance of the push-button switch.

[0037] Secondly, this utility model embodiment provides a motorcycle handlebar switch structure such as... Figure 5 As shown, it includes the push-button switch from any of the above embodiments; this push-button switch can serve as a start / stop switch, a steering switch, or other functional switches. This motorcycle handlebar switch uses the push-button switch from the above embodiments and possesses all the advantages of that push-button switch, which will not be elaborated upon here.

[0038] For those skilled in the art, other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations. However, these obvious variations or modifications derived from the essential spirit of this invention still fall within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A push-button switch, comprising a housing (1) and a button (2); the button (2) being pivotally connected to the housing (1) via a pivot structure (3); characterized in that, The button (2) is equipped with an indicator light module (4), and a wire hole (30) is provided at the center of the pivot structure (3). An external wire passes through the wire hole (30) and is connected to the indicator light module (4).

2. The push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The button (2) has an inner cavity (21), the indicator module (4) is installed in the inner cavity (21), the inner cavity (21) has a wire passage (22) for the external wire to pass through; the button (2) has a light-transmitting area (23).

3. The push-button switch according to claim 2, characterized in that, The button (2) includes a button frame (24) and a button cap (25) covering the upper end of the button frame (24), and the inner cavity (21) is formed between the button cap (25) and the button frame (24); the wire passage (22) is provided on the button frame (24), and the light-transmitting area (23) is provided on the button cap (25).

4. The push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pivot structure (3) includes a pivot shaft (31) and a pivot hole (32) for plug-in engagement. The pivot shaft (31) is provided on one of the housing (1) and the button (2), and the pivot hole (32) is provided on the other. The wire hole (30) is provided on the pivot shaft (31).

5. The push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The indicator module (4) includes a circuit board (41) fixedly connected to the button (2) and LED beads (42) disposed on the circuit board (41).

6. The push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the button (2) is connected to the slider (5), the slider (5) extends into the housing (1), the slider (5) is equipped with a moving contact piece (51), and the housing (1) is correspondingly provided with a stationary contact piece (10).

7. The push-button switch according to claim 6, characterized in that, The upper end of the slider (5) has a locking block (52), and the lower end of the button (2) has a locking slot (26). The locking block (52) is inserted into the locking slot (26).

8. The push-button switch according to claim 6, characterized in that, The slider (5) is provided with moving contact pieces (51) on both sides of the moving direction, and the housing (1) is provided with stationary contact pieces (10) on both opposite side walls.

9. The push-button switch according to claim 6, characterized in that, The housing (1) includes an inner shell (11) with an inner cavity (21) and an outer shell (12) sleeved on the outside of the inner shell (11). The static contact piece (10) is integrally injection molded on the inner shell (11). The outer shell (12) is connected to the button (2) through a pivot structure (3).

10. The push-button switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a waterproof sleeve (6), which is fitted onto the button (2), with its inner periphery tightly connected to the button (2) and its outer periphery tightly connected to the housing (1).

11. A motorcycle handlebar switch, characterized in that, Includes the push-button switch according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

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