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By designing a clamp to hold the keycaps and switches of a mechanical keyboard, combined with a torsion spring and a snap-on top post structure, the problem of inconvenient key disassembly is solved, enabling convenient and efficient disassembly operations.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HUIZHOU GATERON ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-19
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, it is inconvenient to disassemble the key switches and keycaps of mechanical keyboards, and the lack of special tools makes the operation difficult.
Design a clamp body that can hold keycaps or switches at one end and easily disassemble them at the other end. Combine a torsion spring and a snap-on top post structure to integrate multiple functions into one.
It enables easy disassembly of keycaps and switches, conforms to human hand force habits, improves operational flexibility and efficiency, and enhances tool portability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mechanical keyboards, and in particular to a clamp for disassembling mechanical keyboard keycaps and key switches. Background Technology
[0002] The statements herein are provided only as background information relating to this invention and do not necessarily constitute prior art.
[0003] A mechanical keyboard is a type of keyboard where each keycap has an independent mechanical switch structure underneath. This structure allows each key to have a separate switch to control its closure; this switch is commonly referred to as a "key switch." When the key switch needs to be replaced, both the key switch and the keycap must be disassembled. Due to the lack of specialized tools, this disassembly is inconvenient. According to the inventor, existing technologies have attempted to improve this inconvenience, such as a device for disassembling keycaps disclosed in document 1 and a device for disassembling key switches disclosed in document 2. Further improvements include integrating the disassembly mechanisms for both keycaps and key switches onto a single device, as in the solution in document 3.
[0004] Reference 1: CN 214418693U
[0005] Reference 2: CN 113172579B
[0006] Reference 3: CN 220783789U
[0007] Reference 4: CN 214135835U Utility Model Content
[0008] Mechanical keyboard is a common industry term. It refers to a type of keyboard where each key is equipped with an independent mechanical switch. The core of this type of keyboard lies in its "switch," which is the biggest difference between it and a regular membrane keyboard. In this invention, "mechanical keyboard" refers to a broad category, encompassing not only traditional "mechanical switch keyboards" that use metal components within the switch for conductivity, but also later developments such as "optical switch mechanical keyboards," "magnetic switch mechanical keyboards," and "inductive switch mechanical keyboards," as well as other mechanical keyboards with a "switch structure." The "switch" or "key switch" in this invention can be a traditional "mechanical switch" that uses metal components within the switch for conductivity, or it can be an "optical switch," "magnetic switch," or "inductive switch," etc.
[0009] On the one hand, this utility model provides a method for disassembling keycaps of a mechanical keyboard, including:
[0010] S1. Place one clamp close to the keycaps on the keyboard.
[0011] S2. Operate one end of the clamping body so that the other end of the clamping body grips the keycap, and remove the keycap from the key switch. Using one end of the clamping body to grip and remove the keycap is very convenient and labor-saving. Compared with existing technologies that do not use clamping bodies at both ends, this method allows for more flexible contact and force application between the clamping mechanism and the keycap, and is more in line with human hand strength and operating habits, making the entire disassembly operation more flexible, convenient, and easier for the user to control the clamping force.
[0012] As a further improvement of this utility model, in S2, the clamp arm at one end of the operating clamp body causes the keycap claw at the other end of the clamp body to grasp the keycap and remove the keycap from the key switch. The specific shape and size design of the keycap claw used to remove the keycap is common knowledge in the field and will not be described in detail here.
[0013] As a further improvement of this utility model, in S2, the other end of the clamp body holds the keycap and moves the clamp body upward to pull the keycap off the key shaft.
[0014] As a further improvement of this utility model, it also includes S3, operating one end of the clamp body to release the other end of the clamp body, so that the keycap is disengaged from the other end of the clamp body. For example, operating the clamp arm at one end of the clamp body to release the keycap gripper at the other end of the clamp body, so that the keycap is disengaged from the keycap gripper.
[0015] On the other hand, this utility model also provides a clamp body for removing keycaps from a mechanical keyboard, including a first clamp arm and a second clamp arm. The first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are hinged together. One side of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm at the hinge position is one end of the clamp body, and the other side of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm at the hinge position is the other end of the clamp body. Keycap grippers are respectively provided on the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm. The keycap grippers of the first clamp arm and the keycap grippers of the second clamp arm are located at the same end of the clamp body. The same end can be one end of the clamp body or the other end of the clamp body. Of course, in some usage scenarios, the keycap grippers can also be provided at one end of the clamp body and the other end of the clamp body at the same time.
[0016] As a further improvement of this utility model, the keycap gripper is detachably mounted on the first gripper arm or the second gripper arm.
[0017] As a further improvement of this utility model, the keycap clamp is fixed to the first or second clamp arm by a fastener. The keycap clamp is fixed to the first or second clamp arm by one of the following: screw, rivet, pin, or glue.
[0018] As a further improvement of this utility model, a torsion spring is provided between the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm. How to configure the torsion spring to achieve elastic reset of the two clamp arms is common knowledge in the art and will not be elaborated upon here. The selection and installation of the torsion spring are not innovative aspects of this utility model, nor does this utility model exclude the use of other reset components besides the torsion spring.
[0019] As a further improvement of this utility model, the torsion spring is disposed at the hinge position.
[0020] As a further improvement of this utility model, it can also realize the function of disassembling the base and top cover of the key shaft. The implementation principle is basically the same as the scheme in document 4. The structure can be that one of the first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a snap-on top post. The top of the snap-on top post has an inclined surface. The inclination direction of the inclined surface corresponds to the inclination direction of the inclined surface of the snap-on buckle on the key shaft. The number of snap-on top posts is the same as the number of snap-on buckles on the key shaft. The other of the first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a pressure block.
[0021] As a further improvement of this utility model, one of the first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a locking top post and also with a clearance hole or clearance recess.
[0022] As a further improvement of this utility model, when the latching top post and the keycap gripper are located at the same end of the clamp body, the latching top post is positioned closer to the hinge position than the keycap gripper. The same end can be one end of the clamp body or the other end of the clamp body.
[0023] Furthermore, compared to existing technologies, this solution can perfectly integrate the shaft disassembly structure onto the same clamp body, achieving the integration of multiple functions. This allows users to perform multiple functions with a single tool, making it more portable.
[0024] On the other hand, this utility model also provides a method for disassembling the key switches of a mechanical keyboard, including:
[0025] S1. Bring one clamp close to the key switches on the keyboard.
[0026] S2. Operate one end of the clamp to cause the other end of the clamp to grip the elastic retaining element on the key switch, thereby releasing the key switch from its locked position on the keyboard.
[0027] S3. Use the other end of the clamp to hold the key switch and pull the key switch off the keyboard.
[0028] By operating one end of a clamp and using the other end of the clamp, the key switch can be clamped and disassembled. This is very convenient and labor-saving. Compared with the disassembly method in the existing technology that does not use the clamps at both ends, it can more flexibly contact and apply force to the key switch. The entire disassembly operation is more flexible, convenient and easy for the human hand to control the clamping force, which is more in line with the human hand's force and operating habits.
[0029] In S2, the clamp arm at one end of the clamp body is operated so that the switch jaws at the other end of the clamp body clamp the elastic snap-fit on the key switch body, thereby releasing the key switch body from the clamped state on the keyboard. In order to achieve the clamping of the elastic snap-fit, the specific shape and size design of the corresponding switch jaws are common knowledge in this field and will not be described in detail.
[0030] In S3, the clamp arm at one end of the clamp body is operated so that the shaft jaws at the other end of the clamp body clamp the elastic snap-fit on the key shaft, thus pulling the key shaft off the keyboard.
[0031] As a further improvement of this utility model, in S3, the other end of the clamp body holds the key shaft, and the clamp body is moved upward to pull the key shaft off the keyboard.
[0032] As a further improvement of this utility model, in S3, the other end of the clamp body holds the key shaft, and the clamp body is tilted to pull the key shaft off the keyboard.
[0033] 17. As a further improvement of this utility model, it also includes S4, operating one end of the clamp body to loosen the other end of the clamp body, so that the key shaft is disengaged from the other end of the clamp body, for example, operating the clamp arm at one end of the clamp body to loosen the shaft jaws at the other end of the clamp body, so that the key shaft is disengaged from the shaft jaws.
[0034] On the other hand, this utility model also provides a clamp body for disassembling mechanical keyboard key switches, including a first clamp arm and a second clamp arm, the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are hinged together, one side of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm at the hinge position is one end of the clamp body, and the other side of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm at the hinge position is the other end of the clamp body, and at least one of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm is provided with a key switch gripper.
[0035] The key switch jaws can clamp the elastic snap-fit of the key switch to release the key switch from the snap-fit state on the keyboard.
[0036] As a further improvement of this utility model, the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are respectively provided with shaft grippers, and the shaft grippers of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are located at the same end of the clamp body. The same end can be one end of the clamp body or the other end of the clamp body. Of course, in some usage scenarios, the shaft grippers can also be provided at both one end and the other end of the clamp body.
[0037] As a further improvement of this utility model, the shaft gripper is disposed at the end of the first or second gripper arm, but it is not limited to being disposed at the end.
[0038] As a further improvement of this utility model, the shaft gripper is L-shaped, but of course it is not limited to an L-shape.
[0039] As a further improvement of this utility model, the width of the shaft gripper is less than or equal to the width of the elastic snap-fit groove of the key shaft.
[0040] As a further improvement of this utility model, the shaft gripper is an integral structure with the first clamping arm or the second clamping arm.
[0041] As a further improvement of this utility model, the shaft gripper is fixed to the first or second gripper arm by a fastener.
[0042] As a further improvement of this utility model, the shaft gripper is fixed to the first or second gripper arm by one of the following: screw, rivet, pin or glue.
[0043] As a further improvement of this utility model, a torsion spring is provided between the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm.
[0044] As a further improvement of this utility model, the torsion spring is disposed at the hinge position.
[0045] As a further improvement of this utility model, it can also realize the function of disassembling the base and top cover of the key shaft. The implementation principle is basically the same as the scheme in document 4. The structure can be that one of the first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a snap-on top post. The top of the snap-on top post has an inclined surface. The inclination direction of the inclined surface corresponds to the inclination direction of the inclined surface of the snap-on buckle on the key shaft. The number of snap-on top posts is the same as the number of snap-on buckles on the key shaft. The other of the first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a pressure block.
[0046] As a further improvement of this utility model, one of the first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a locking top post and also with a clearance hole or clearance recess.
[0047] As a further improvement of this utility model, when the snap-fit top post and the shaft gripper are located at the same end of the clamp body, the snap-fit top post is positioned closer to the hinge position than the shaft gripper. The same end can be one end of the clamp body or the other end of the clamp body.
[0048] Furthermore, compared to existing technologies, this solution can perfectly integrate the shaft disassembly structure onto the same clamp body, achieving the integration of multiple functions. This allows users to perform multiple functions with a single tool, making it more portable. Attached Figure Description
[0049] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other solutions can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0050] Figure 1 This is a plan view of using clamps to disassemble the keycaps of a mechanical keyboard.
[0051] Figure 2 This is a 3D diagram illustrating the process of disassembling mechanical keyboard keycaps using pliers.
[0052] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the mechanical keyboard keycaps being disassembled using clamps.
[0053] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the clamp body.
[0054] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the torsion spring installation on the clamp body.
[0055] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping top post and the pressure block of the clamp body.
[0056] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a button switch.
[0057] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom surface of the button switch.
[0058] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a clamp body with an open shaft.
[0059] Figure 10 This is a plan view of using clamps to disassemble the key switches of a mechanical keyboard.
[0060] Figure 11 This is a 3D diagram illustrating the disassembly of mechanical keyboard key switches using clamps.
[0061] Figure 12This is an exploded view of the mechanical keyboard key switches being disassembled using clamps.
[0062] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the clamp body.
[0063] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of a button switch.
[0064] Figure 15 This is an exploded view of the clamp body.
[0065] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of a button switch. Detailed Implementation
[0066] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0067] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and 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, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0068] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; or they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0069] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0070] Example 1
[0071] like Figures 1 to 3As shown (illustrating some relevant structures in a mechanical keyboard), on a mechanical keyboard, keycaps 2 are mounted on key switches 4, and key switches 4 are secured to the keyboard's middle plate (or fixing plate) 3. This example provides a method for removing keycaps from a mechanical keyboard, including:
[0072] S1. Bring one clamp 1 close to the keycap 2 on the keyboard.
[0073] S2. Operate the first end 11 of the clamping body 1 so that the second end 12 of the clamping body 1 clamps the keycap 2, and remove the keycap 2 from the key switch body 4. By operating one end of the clamping body and using the other end of the clamping body to clamp and remove the keycap, it is very convenient and labor-saving. Compared with the existing technology that does not use the corresponding two ends of the clamping body for disassembly, it can more flexibly contact and apply force to the clamping mechanism and keycap. The entire disassembly operation is more flexible, convenient and easier for the human hand to control the clamping force, which is more in line with the human hand's force and operating habits.
[0074] In S2, the clamping arm at the first end 11 of the clamping body 1 is operated, causing the keycap gripper 13 at the second end 12 of the clamping body 1 to clamp the keycap 2 and remove the keycap 2 from the key switch body 4. Since the first end is easier to operate by hand, it is more convenient to operate the clamping arm at the first end. Therefore, by operating the clamping arm at the first end, the movement control of the keycap gripper can be achieved flexibly and conveniently, thereby realizing the clamping and removal of the keycap.
[0075] In S2, the second end 12 of the clamp 1 holds the keycap 2 and moves the clamp 1 upward to pull the keycap 2 off the key shaft 4.
[0076] It also includes S3, which operates the first end 11 of the clamp body 1 to release the second end 12 of the clamp body 1, causing the keycap 2 to detach from the second end 12 of the clamp body 1. For example, operating the clamp arm of the first end 11 of the clamp body 1 releases the keycap gripper 13 of the second end 12 of the clamp body, causing the keycap 2 to detach from the keycap gripper 13. Since the first end is easy to operate by hand, it is relatively convenient to operate the clamp arm of the first end. Therefore, by operating the clamp arm of the first end, the movement control of the keycap gripper can be achieved flexibly and conveniently, thereby realizing the separation and release of the disassembled keycap from the second end of the clamp body, and also allowing for a faster and more convenient next disassembly operation.
[0077] Example 2
[0078] like Figures 1 to 16As shown, a clamp body 1 is used to remove keycaps from a mechanical keyboard. It includes a first clamp arm 101 and a second clamp arm 102. The first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102 are hinged together. The two clamp arms are at a first end 11 on one side of the hinge position 103 and at a second end 12 on the other side of the hinge position 103. The first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102 are respectively provided with keycap grippers 13 on the second end 12 of the clamp body.
[0079] The keycap clamp 13 is detachably mounted on the first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102. The keycap clamp 13 is fixed to the first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102 by a fastener. Alternatively, the keycap clamp 13 can be fixed to the first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102 by screws. Besides screw connections, the keycap clamp 13 can also be fixed to the first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102 by rivets, pins, or glue.
[0080] A torsion spring 105 is provided between the first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102. The torsion spring 105 is located at the hinge position 103 and is installed within the torsion spring groove 104. The installation position of the torsion spring 105 is covered by a cover plate 109. The torsion spring 105 can also be located at a non-connecting shaft location, and does not necessarily have to be located at the junction position 103.
[0081] Furthermore, the clamps in this embodiment can also perform the function of disassembling the base and top cover of the key switch, and its implementation principle is basically the same as that in the scheme in Reference 4, wherein one of the first clamp arm 101 or the second clamp arm 102 (see attached) Figure 1 As shown, a latching top post 107 is provided on the first clamping arm 101. The top of the latching top post 107 has an inclined surface 1071. The inclined direction of the inclined surface 1071 corresponds to the inclined direction of the fastening latch 401 on the key shaft 4. The number of latching top posts 107 is the same as the number of fastening latches 401 on the key shaft 4. For example, if there are four fastening latches 401, then there are four latching top posts 107. The other one of the first clamping arm 101 or the second clamping arm 102 (see attached diagram) Figure 1 A pressure block 106 is provided on the second clamp arm 102. Align the snap pin 107 with the snap-fit groove 402 formed by the snap-fit snap 401 of the key shaft body 4, so that the snap pin 107 is inserted into the snap-fit groove 402. Then operate the clamp body 1 to make the pressure block 106 press down on the shaft core 43 of the key shaft body 4, open the snap-fit snap 401, thereby separating the upper cover 41 and the base 42 of the key shaft body 4, and realizing the disassembly of the shaft.
[0082] On a mechanical keyboard, the key switch mounting post 48 is used to insert the key switch 4 into the PCB. One to three key switch mounting posts are typically used per key switch. Some types of key switches do not require terminal pins, such as magnetic switches and inductive switches. These switches utilize the relative movement of a magnet or conductor on the switch relative to a magnetic sensor or inductive element on the PCB for inductive triggering, thus eliminating the need for additional terminal pins. Some types of key switches 4 also have terminal pins 47. For example, early mechanical metal contact switches had two terminal pins for electrical connection between the key switch 4 and the PCB. There are generally two terminal pins 47. The first clamp arm 101 also has clearance holes or clearance recesses to allow clearance between the key switch mounting post 48 or the terminal pins 47 of the key switch 4.
[0083] For the key switch mounting post and terminal pin, corresponding clearance holes or clearance recesses can be set separately, or they can be set as a whole. For example, a clearance recess 108 can be used to simultaneously achieve clearance for the key switch mounting post 48 and the terminal pin 47.
[0084] The pressure block 106, the corresponding snap-on top post 107, and the corresponding clearance recess 108 can be disposed at either the first end 11 or the second end 12. When the snap-on top post 107 and the keycap claw 13 are disposed at the same end of either the first end 11 or the second end 12, such as Figure 1-4 As shown, the snap-on top post 107 and the keycap claw 13 are both located at the second end 12, with the snap-on top post 107 positioned closer to the hinge position 103 than the keycap claw 13.
[0085] In this embodiment, keycap grippers 13 are provided on both the first clamping arm 101 and the second clamping arm 102. The keycap 2 is clamped by the keycap grippers 13 and removed from the key switch body 4. In this embodiment, the keycap grippers are set on two clamping arms. The keycap is clamped and removed by operating one end of one clamping body and using the other end of the clamping body. This is very convenient and labor-saving. Compared with the existing technology, which does not use the clamping body at both ends for disassembly, it can more flexibly contact and apply force to the keycap with the clamping mechanism. The whole disassembly operation is more flexible, convenient and easy for the human hand to control the clamping force, which is more in line with the human hand's force and operating habits.
[0086] Furthermore, compared to existing keycap removal devices, the solution in this example can perfectly integrate the keycap removal structure onto the same clamp body, achieving the integration of multiple functions. This allows users to perform multiple functions with a single tool, making it more portable.
[0087] Example 3
[0088] like Figures 10 to 12As shown (illustrating some relevant structures in a mechanical keyboard), the key switch 4 is secured to the keyboard's middle plate (or fixed plate) 3. Because the key switch 4 is secured to the middle plate (or fixed plate) 3 via elastic clips 44 and clips 49, it is in a locked state, making direct removal difficult. Existing disassembly methods are generally as described in references 2 and 3. Unlike existing solutions, this example provides a method for disassembling the key switch of a mechanical keyboard, including:
[0089] S1. Bring a clamp 1 close to the key switch 4 on the keyboard.
[0090] S2. By operating the second end 12 of the clamping body 1, the first end 11 of the clamping body 1 clamps the elastic retaining member 44 on the key switch 4. For example, by operating the clamping arm of the second end 12 of the clamping body 1, the switch jaw 13a of the first end 11 of the clamping body 1 clamps the elastic retaining member 44 on the key switch 4, releasing the key switch 4 from the clamping state on the keyboard, so that the key switch 4 is no longer clamped on the middle plate (or fixing plate) 3 of the keyboard.
[0091] S3. Use the first end 11 of the clamp 1 to clamp the key switch 4. If the clamp arm of the second end 12 of the clamp 1 is operated, the switch jaw 13a of the first end 11 of the clamp 1 will clamp the elastic snap-fit 44 on the key switch 4, and the key switch 4 will be pulled out of the keyboard.
[0092] In step S3, the first end 11 of clamp 1 grips the key switch 4, and clamp 1 is moved upward or tilted to pull the key switch 4 off the keyboard. By operating one end of a clamp and using the other end to grip and remove the key switch, it is very convenient and labor-saving. Compared with the existing technology that does not use clamps at both ends for disassembly, it can more flexibly contact and apply force to the key switch. The entire disassembly operation is more flexible, convenient, and easier for the human hand to control the clamping force, which is more in line with the human hand's force and operating habits.
[0093] It also includes S4, which operates the clamp arm at the second end 12 of the clamp body 1 to release the shaft gripper 13a at the first end 11 of the clamp body 1, so that the key switch 4 disengages from the shaft gripper 13a at the first end 11 of the clamp body 1. Since the first end is easy to operate by hand, it is relatively convenient to operate the clamp arm at the first end. Therefore, by operating the clamp arm at the first end, the movement control of the shaft gripper can be realized flexibly and conveniently, thereby realizing the separation and release of the disassembled key switch from the second end of the clamp body. It can also be performed more quickly and conveniently for the next disassembly operation, greatly improving the disassembly efficiency.
[0094] Example 4
[0095] refer to Figures 1 to 16As shown, a clamp body for disassembling mechanical keyboard key switches includes a first clamp arm 101 and a second clamp arm 102, wherein the first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102 are hinged together. Figure 10 As shown, the two clamp arms are positioned as the second end 12 on one side of the hinge position 103, and as the first end 11 on the other side of the hinge position 103. Figure 10-13 As shown, both the first clamping arm 101 and the second clamping arm 102 are provided with a switch jaw 13a on their first ends 11. The switch jaw 13a can clamp the elastic retaining member 44 of the key switch 4 to release the key switch 4 from the locked state on the keyboard. Of course, in some embodiments, the switch jaw 13a can also be provided on one of the first clamping arms 101 and the second clamping arm 102, which can also realize the disassembly of the key switch. Because by using one switch jaw 13a in conjunction with the gripping of the other clamping arm, the elastic retaining member 44 on one side can be clamped. When disassembling the key switch 4, the locked state on that side of the key switch 4 can be released. At this time, the clamping body can be tilted towards the side that is not in contact with the locked state to pull the key switch 4 out of the keyboard.
[0096] The shaft gripper 13a is located at the end of the first clamping arm 101 or the second clamping arm 102, but it is not limited to being located at the end. The shaft gripper 13a is L-shaped, but it is not limited to being L-shaped.
[0097] The width of the shaft clamp 13a is less than or equal to the width of the elastic snap-fit groove 46 of the key shaft 4. During disassembly, the shaft clamp 13a can be inserted into the elastic snap-fit groove 46 to clamp the elastic snap-fit 44.
[0098] Preferably, the shaft gripper 13a is integrally formed with the first clamping arm 101 or the second clamping arm 102. Furthermore, the shaft gripper 13a is also fixed to the first clamping arm 101 or the second clamping arm 102 by a fastener. The shaft gripper 13a is fixed to the first clamping arm 101 and the second clamping arm 102 by screws. Besides screw connections, the shaft gripper 13a can also be fixed to the first clamping arm 101 and the second clamping arm 102 by rivets, pins, or glue.
[0099] A torsion spring 105 is provided between the first clamp arm 101 and the second clamp arm 102. The torsion spring 105 is located at the hinge position 103 and is installed within the torsion spring groove 104. The installation position of the torsion spring 105 is covered by a cover plate 109. The torsion spring 105 can also be located at a non-connecting shaft location, and does not necessarily have to be located at the junction position 103.
[0100] Furthermore, the clamps in this embodiment can also perform the function of disassembling the base and top cover of the key switch, and its implementation principle is basically the same as that in the scheme in Reference 4, wherein one of the first clamp arm 101 or the second clamp arm 102 (see attached) Figure 13 As shown, a latching top post 107 is provided on the first clamping arm 101. The top of the latching top post 107 has an inclined surface 1071. The inclined direction of the inclined surface 1071 corresponds to the inclined direction of the inclined surface of the snap-fit buckle 401 on the key shaft 4. The number of latching top posts 107 is the same as the number of snap-fit buckles on the key shaft 4. For example, if there are four snap-fit buckles 401, then there are four latching top posts 107. The other one of the first clamping arm 101 or the second clamping arm 102 (see attached diagram) Figure 13 A pressure block 106 is provided on the second clamp arm 102. Align the snap pin 107 with the snap-fit groove 402 formed by the snap-fit snap 401 of the key shaft body 4, so that the snap pin 107 is inserted into the snap-fit groove 402. Then operate the clamp body 1 to make the pressure block 106 press down on the shaft core 43 of the key shaft body 4, open the snap-fit snap 401, thereby separating the upper cover 41 and the base 42 of the key shaft body 4, and realizing the disassembly of the shaft.
[0101] On a mechanical keyboard, key switch mounting posts 48 are used to insert key switches 4 into the PCB. One to three key switch mounting posts are typically used on a single key switch 4. Some types of key switches do not require terminal pins, such as magnetic switches and inductive switches. These switches utilize the relative movement of a magnet or conductor on the switch relative to a magnetic sensor or inductive element on the PCB for triggering, thus eliminating the need for additional terminal pins. Some types of key switches 4 also have terminal pins 47. For example, early mechanical metal contact switches had two terminal pins for electrical connection between the key switch 4 and the PCB. There are generally two terminal pins 47. The first clamp arm 101 also has clearance holes or clearance recesses to allow clearance between the key switch mounting posts 48 or the terminal pins 47 of the key switch 4.
[0102] For the key switch mounting post and terminal pin, corresponding clearance holes or clearance recesses can be set separately, or they can be set as a whole. For example, a clearance recess 108 can be used to simultaneously achieve clearance for the key switch mounting post 48 and the terminal pin 47.
[0103] The pressure block 106, the corresponding snap-on top post 107, and the clearance recess 108 can be set at either the first end 11 or the second end 12. When the snap-on top post 107 and the shaft clamp 13a are set at the same end of the second end 12 or the first end 11, the snap-on top post 107 is set closer to the hinge position 103 than the shaft clamp 13a.
[0104] In this embodiment, the key switch's gripper is mounted on two clamping arms. By operating one end of one clamping arm, the other end of the clamping arm is used to release the key switch and disassemble it. This is very convenient and labor-saving. Compared with the existing technology that does not use clamping arms at both ends for disassembly, this method allows for more flexible contact and force application between the clamping mechanism and the elastic locking parts of the key switch. The entire disassembly operation is more flexible, convenient, and easier for the human hand to control the clamping force, which is more in line with the human hand's force application and operating habits.
[0105] Furthermore, compared to existing key switch disassembly devices, the solution in this example can perfectly integrate the disassembly structure onto the same clamp body, achieving the integration of multiple functions. This allows users to perform multiple functions with a single tool, making it more portable.
[0106] The above description, in conjunction with specific preferred embodiments, provides a further detailed explanation of the present invention. It should not be construed that the specific implementation of the present invention is limited to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art, various simple deductions or substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, and all such modifications and substitutions should be considered within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A clamp body for removing keycaps from a mechanical keyboard, comprising a first clamp arm and a second clamp arm. The first clamp arm is hinged to the second clamp arm. The first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are hinged together on one side, which is one end of the clamp body. The other end of the clamp body is located on the side opposite to the hinged position of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm. The first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are respectively provided with keycap grippers. The keycap grippers of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are located at the same end of the clamp body. One of the first or second clamping arms is provided with a latching top post, the top of which has an inclined surface, the inclination direction of which corresponds to the inclination direction of the latching buckle on the key switch body. The first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a pressure block.
2. The clamp body according to claim 1, characterized in that: The keycap grippers are detachably mounted on either the first or second gripper arm.
3. The clamp body according to claim 2, characterized in that: The keycap gripper is fixed to the first or second gripper arm by a fastener.
4. The clamp body according to claim 1, characterized in that: The keycap grippers are fixed to the first or second gripper arm by one of the following: screws, rivets, pins, or glue.
5. The clamp body according to claim 1, characterized in that: A torsion spring is provided between the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm, and the torsion spring is located at the hinge position.
6. The clamp body according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the snap-on top posts is the same as the number of snap-on buckles on the key shaft. One of the first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is also provided with a clearance hole or clearance recess. When the snap-on top posts and the keycap claws are located at the same end of the clamp body, the snap-on top posts are located closer to the hinge position than the keycap claws.
7. A clamp body for disassembling mechanical keyboard key switches, comprising a first clamp arm and a second clamp arm, wherein the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are hinged together. The first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are hinged together on one side, which is one end of the clamp body. The other end of the clamp body is located on the side opposite to the hinged position of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm. At least one of the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm is provided with a shaft gripper. One of the first or second clamping arms is provided with a latching top post, the top of which has an inclined surface, the inclination direction of which corresponds to the inclination direction of the latching buckle on the key switch body. The first clamp arm or the second clamp arm is provided with a pressure block.
8. The clamp body according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first clamp arm and the second clamp arm are respectively provided with shaft grippers, and the shaft grippers of the first clamp arm and the shaft grippers of the second clamp arm are located at the same end of the clamp body.
9. The clamp body according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shaft gripper is located at the end of the first or second gripper arm.
10. The clamp body according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shaft gripper is L-shaped.
11. The clamp body according to claim 8, characterized in that: The width of the shaft clamp is less than or equal to the width of the elastic snap-fit slot of the key shaft.
12. The clamp body according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shaft gripper is an integral structure with the first or second clamping arm.
13. The clamp body according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shaft gripper is fixed to the first or second gripper arm by a fastener.
14. The clamp body according to claim 8, characterized in that: The shaft grippers are fixed to the first or second gripper arm by one of the following: screws, rivets, pins, or glue.
15. The clamp body according to claim 14, characterized in that: A torsion spring is provided between the first clamp arm and the second clamp arm, and the torsion spring is located at the hinge position.
16. The clamp body according to claim 7, characterized in that: The number of the snap-on top posts is the same as the number of snap-on buckles on the key shaft. One of the first or second clamp arms is also provided with a clearance hole or clearance recess. When the snap-on top posts and the shaft clamping claws are located at the same end of the clamp body, the snap-on top posts are located closer to the hinge position than the shaft clamping claws.