Cosmetic mirror silent control switch assembly and visor
By employing a silent switch assembly with an elastic trigger design in automotive vanity mirrors, the problem of wear and tear on rigid contacts of the mirror's conductive sheet is solved, resulting in higher control sensitivity and a longer service life, while reducing noise and maintenance costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI HONGHUANG ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
The rigid contact method of the conductive sheet in existing car vanity mirrors is prone to wear, leading to poor contact, reduced control sensitivity, shortened service life, and abnormal noise.
The silent switch assembly, designed with an elastic trigger, achieves circuit connection or disconnection through the elastic contact between the cosmetic mirror cover and the elastic trigger, reducing wear and adaptively compensating for gaps caused by wear or assembly errors.
The improved control sensitivity of the makeup mirror light extends its service life, reduces maintenance costs, minimizes abnormal noises, and provides a better riding environment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle accessories, specifically to a silent control switch assembly for a cosmetic mirror and a sun visor. Background Technology
[0002] With the continuous innovation and development of the automotive industry and the continuous improvement of people's living standards, drivers and passengers have increasingly higher functional requirements for car sun visors. Vanity mirrors, commonly found in car sun visors, can meet users' daily makeup needs while driving. In existing technology, vanity mirrors are generally operated manually with a cover. When the cover is open, the vanity mirror's light turns on; when the cover is closed, the light turns off. Controlling the vanity mirror's light on or off relies on a push-button switch. Specifically, a first conductive plate is provided on the vanity mirror's cover, and a second conductive plate is provided on the mirror frame. When the cover is turned open, the first and second conductive plates contact each other, the circuit is completed, and the light turns on. Conversely, when the cover is closed, the first and second conductive plates separate, the circuit is broken, and the light turns off.
[0003] The inventors discovered during their research that existing cosmetic mirrors have at least the following drawbacks:
[0004] Using rigid contact to turn the circuit on or off can lead to wear and tear over long periods of operation, resulting in poor contact, reduced control sensitivity, shortened lifespan, and increased maintenance costs. In addition, rigid contact control is prone to generating abnormal noises. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model includes, for example, providing a silent control switch assembly and sunshade for a makeup mirror, which can reduce wear, improve contact stability, reduce the likelihood of poor contact, improve the sensitivity of operation, and is less likely to produce abnormal noise.
[0006] The embodiments of this utility model can be implemented as follows:
[0007] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror, comprising:
[0008] A makeup mirror frame, a makeup mirror cover, and a silent switch; the makeup mirror frame is mounted on a sun visor body, the makeup mirror cover is rotatably connected to the makeup mirror frame, and the makeup mirror cover has a first position and a second position that can be switched between each other; the silent switch is provided with a resilient trigger element, and the silent switch is mounted on the makeup mirror frame.
[0009] When in the first position, the makeup mirror cover is attached to the makeup mirror frame, and there is a gap between the makeup mirror cover and the elastic trigger, so that the silent switch is in the off state; when in the second position, the makeup mirror cover is unfolded relative to the makeup mirror frame, and the makeup mirror cover presses the elastic trigger, so that the silent switch is in the on state.
[0010] In an optional embodiment, the silent switch includes a housing, a first conductive plate, and a second conductive plate. The housing is connected to the makeup mirror frame, and both the first and second conductive plates are connected to the housing and are arranged at intervals. The elastic trigger is elastically connected to the housing and is used to simultaneously connect to the first and second conductive plates when the makeup mirror cover is in the second position.
[0011] In an optional embodiment, the elastic trigger includes a conductive head and an elastic body. The conductive head is slidably mounted on the housing, and the elastic body is in contact with both the housing and the conductive head. The elastic body is used to cause the conductive head to tend to move away from the first conductive sheet and the second conductive sheet. The conductive head is used to electrically connect with both the first conductive sheet and the second conductive sheet simultaneously when the cosmetic mirror cover is in the second position and the cosmetic mirror cover is pressed.
[0012] In an optional embodiment, the conductive head includes a pressing rod, a first leg, and a second leg; the housing is provided with an assembly through hole, the pressing rod passes through the assembly through hole, and both the first leg and the second leg are connected to the pressing rod; the elastic body is in contact with both the pressing rod and the housing; one end of the first leg and one end of the second leg are electrically connected, the first leg being used to electrically connect with the first conductive sheet, and the second leg being used to electrically connect with the second conductive sheet.
[0013] In an optional embodiment, the side of the first conductive sheet closest to the second conductive sheet is spaced from the housing; the side of the second conductive sheet closest to the first conductive sheet is also spaced from the housing.
[0014] In an optional implementation, the elastomer is configured as a spring.
[0015] In an optional embodiment, the conductive head is provided with a driving ramp that extends out of the housing; the makeup mirror cover is provided with a pressing protrusion that is used to contact the driving ramp when the makeup mirror cover moves from the first position to the second position, so as to press the conductive head.
[0016] In an optional embodiment, the silent control switch assembly for the makeup mirror further includes a mounting plate, on which the silent switch is fixed and engaged with the makeup mirror frame.
[0017] Secondly, this utility model provides a sunshade, the sunshade comprising:
[0018] The sun visor body, the mounting shaft, and the silent control switch assembly for the cosmetic mirror as described in any of the foregoing embodiments; the mounting shaft is used to fix it to the vehicle body, the sun visor body is rotatably connected to the mounting shaft, and the cosmetic mirror frame is connected to the sun visor body.
[0019] In an optional embodiment, the sun visor further includes a makeup mirror light, which is mounted to the makeup mirror frame and electrically connected to the silent switch.
[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model embodiment include, for example:
[0021] In summary, the silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror provided in this embodiment includes a silent switch, which includes an elastic trigger. When the makeup mirror light is switched on and off by rotating the makeup mirror cover, the makeup mirror cover contacts the elastic trigger, and the two are in elastic engagement. The makeup mirror cover can drive the elastic trigger to move together, which results in less wear compared to a rigid engagement. Furthermore, the elastic force of the elastic trigger itself can adaptively compensate for gaps caused by wear or assembly errors, thereby improving control sensitivity, extending service life, and reducing maintenance costs. Attached Figure Description
[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the sunshade in this embodiment;
[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of a portion of the image;
[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the makeup mirror cover in this embodiment;
[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the silent switch in this embodiment;
[0027] Figure 5This is an assembly diagram of a modified example of the silent switch in this embodiment;
[0028] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of a modified example of the silent switch in this embodiment.
[0029] icon:
[0030] 100-Makeup mirror frame; 200-Makeup mirror cover; 210-Press protrusion; 300-Silent switch; 310-Elastic trigger; 311-Conductive head; 3111-Press lever; 3112-First leg; 3113-Second leg; 3114-Drive slope; 3115-Conductive spring; 312-Elastomer; 320-Housing; 321-Top cover; 322-Box; 330-First conductive sheet; 340-Second conductive sheet; 400-Mounting plate; 001-Sun visor body; 002-Mounting shaft; 003-Mirror body; 004-Makeup mirror light. Detailed Implementation
[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0032] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0033] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," or "outer" are used to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the product is usually placed during use, they 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
[0035] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0036] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other.
[0037] In the prior art, the switch of the makeup mirror light 004 is controlled by rotating the makeup mirror cover 200. A conductive sheet is provided on the cover, and a conductive sheet is provided on the makeup mirror frame 100. Circuit conduction is achieved when the conductive sheet on the cover and the conductive sheet on the makeup mirror frame 100 are in rigid contact. Because the contact is rigid, significant wear occurs during relative movement, resulting in gaps and potential poor conductivity, reduced control sensitivity, and shortened service life.
[0038] In view of this, the designers have provided a silent control switch component for a makeup mirror that is not easily worn or failed, has sensitive control, and a long service life; it is also less likely to produce abnormal noise and will not affect the riding environment.
[0039] Please refer to Figures 1-6 This embodiment provides a silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror, including:
[0040] The system includes a makeup mirror frame 100, a makeup mirror cover 200, and a silent switch 300. The makeup mirror frame 100 is mounted on the sun visor body 001. The makeup mirror cover 200 is rotatably connected to the makeup mirror frame 100 and has a first position and a second position that can be switched between each other. The silent switch 300 is provided with a resilient trigger 310 and is mounted on the makeup mirror frame 100.
[0041] When in the first position, the makeup mirror cover 200 is attached to the makeup mirror frame 100, and there is a gap between the makeup mirror cover 200 and the elastic trigger 310, so that the silent switch 300 is in the off state; when in the second position, the makeup mirror cover 200 is unfolded relative to the makeup mirror frame 100, and the makeup mirror cover 200 presses the elastic trigger 310, so that the silent switch 300 is in the on state.
[0042] As described above, the working principle of the silent control switch for the makeup mirror provided in this embodiment is as follows:
[0043] When the makeup mirror is installed on the sun visor, initially, the makeup mirror cover 200 is in the first position, covering the mirror body 003 on the makeup mirror frame 100, and the sun visor is flush against the roof. In this state, the makeup mirror cover 200 is not pressing the elastic trigger 310, the silent switch 300 is in the off state, and the makeup mirror light 004, which is electrically connected to the silent switch 300, is in the off state. When the makeup mirror light 004 needs to be used, first open the sun visor, then rotate the makeup mirror cover 200 to switch it from the first position to the second position. When the makeup mirror cover 200 rotates, it can contact the elastic trigger 310. By pressing the elastic trigger 310, the silent switch 300 is turned on, thus turning on the makeup mirror light 004.
[0044] It should be understood that when the makeup mirror light 004 is switched on and off by rotating the makeup mirror cover 200, the makeup mirror cover 200 contacts the elastic trigger 310, and the two are in elastic fit. The makeup mirror cover 200 can drive the elastic trigger 310 to move together. Compared with rigid fit, wear is less. Moreover, the elastic force of the elastic trigger 310 itself can adaptively compensate for the gap caused by wear or assembly error, improve control sensitivity, extend service life, and reduce maintenance costs.
[0045] The following embodiments illustrate the details of the silent control switch assembly for the cosmetic mirror of this application by way of example.
[0046] Please refer to Figures 1-4 In this embodiment, optionally, the silent switch 300 includes a housing 320, a first conductive sheet 330 and a second conductive sheet 340. The housing 320 is connected to the makeup mirror frame 100. The first conductive sheet 330 and the second conductive sheet 340 are both connected to the housing 320 and are arranged at intervals. The elastic trigger 310 is elastically connected to the housing 320. The elastic trigger 310 is used to electrically connect with the first conductive sheet 330 and the second conductive sheet 340 simultaneously when the makeup mirror cover 200 is in the second position.
[0047] It should be understood that the silent switch 300 has a simple structure, is easy to process and manufacture, and is also easy to assemble. Moreover, through the elastic trigger 310 simultaneously making electrical contact with the first conductive sheet 330 and the second conductive sheet 340, the silent switch 300 is in a conductive state and can turn on the cosmetic mirror light 004. The method of operation is simple and reliable.
[0048] Furthermore, when the switch assembly is assembled onto the sun visor, the first conductive plate 330 and the second conductive plate 340 are connected to the positive and negative terminals of the power supply respectively via power lines. The makeup mirror light 004 can be installed on the connection line between the power supply and the first conductive plate 330, or on the connection line between the power supply and the second conductive plate 340. When the first conductive plate 330 and the second conductive plate are electrically connected via the elastic trigger 310, the circuit is turned on, and the makeup mirror light 004 illuminates.
[0049] Optionally, the elastic trigger 310 includes a conductive head 311 and an elastic body 312. The conductive head 311 is slidably mounted on the housing 320, and the elastic body 312 simultaneously contacts both the housing 320 and the conductive head 311. The elastic body 312 is used to cause the conductive head 311 to tend to move away from the first conductive sheet 330 and the second conductive sheet 340. When the cosmetic mirror cover 200 is in the second position, the conductive head 311 is used to simultaneously connect with the first conductive sheet 330 and the second conductive sheet 340 under the pressure of the cosmetic mirror cover 200. The conductive head 311 and the elastic body 312 are independently processed and then assembled together, reducing the difficulty and cost of processing and manufacturing; in addition, they can be replaced independently, reducing maintenance costs.
[0050] It should be understood that the elastomer 312 can be set as a spring. Springs have a simple structure, are easy to process and manufacture, and have a long service life.
[0051] Please refer to Figures 1-4 Furthermore, the conductive head 311 includes a pressing rod 3111, a first leg 3112, and a second leg 3113. The housing 320 has a mounting through hole, through which the pressing rod 3111 passes. Both the first leg 3112 and the second leg 3113 are connected to the pressing rod 3111. The elastic body 312 is in contact with both the pressing rod 3111 and the housing 320. One end of the first leg 3112 is electrically connected to one end of the second leg 3113, and the other end of the first leg 3112 is used for electrical connection to the first conductive sheet 330. The other end of the second leg 3113 is used for electrical connection to the second conductive sheet 340.
[0052] It should be understood that the pressing rod 3111 can be configured as a metal conductive component, and the first leg 3112 and the second leg 3113 can be electrically connected through the pressing rod 3111. During assembly, both the first leg 3112 and the second leg 3113 can be welded to the pressing rod 3111.
[0053] In this embodiment, optionally, the side of the first conductive sheet 330 closest to the second conductive sheet 340 has a gap with the housing 320; the side of the second conductive sheet 340 closest to the first conductive sheet 330 also has a gap with the housing 320. With this design, portions of the first and second conductive sheets 330 and 340 are suspended, allowing for a certain displacement of the suspended portions of the first and second conductive sheets 330 and 340 relative to the housing 320, and generating elastic force to recover from deformation after displacement. In use, when the makeup mirror cover 200 applies force to the pressing rod 3111, it causes the first leg 3112 and the second leg 3113 to contact the first conductive sheet 330 and the second conductive sheet 340 respectively. The first leg 3112 and the first conductive sheet 330 make elastic contact, and the second leg 3113 and the second conductive sheet 340 also make elastic contact, ensuring good contact even under vibration, resulting in stable and reliable use.
[0054] In this embodiment, optionally, the conductive head 311 is provided with a driving ramp 3114, which extends out of the housing 320; the makeup mirror cover 200 is provided with a pressing protrusion 210, which is used to contact the driving ramp 3114 when the makeup mirror cover 200 moves from the first position to the second position, so as to press the conductive head 311. The driving ramp 3114 can be a conical surface for easy installation. When the pressing protrusion 210 contacts the driving ramp 3114, it can cause the pressing rod 3111 to retract into the housing 320, so that the first leg 3112 and the second leg 3113 contact the first conductive plate 330 and the second conductive plate 340 respectively, reducing the probability of interference and jamming between the pressing protrusion 210 and the pressing rod 3111.
[0055] In this embodiment, optionally, the silent control switch assembly for the makeup mirror further includes a mounting plate 400, on which the silent switch 300 is fixed. The mounting plate 400 is snap-fitted into the makeup mirror frame 100. Specifically, the housing 320 of the silent switch 300 is mounted on the mounting plate 400. Since the silent switch 300 is small, the mounting plate 400 increases its size, thus facilitating its fixation to the makeup mirror frame 100.
[0056] In other embodiments, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6The silent switch 300 can also adopt other types of structures. For example, the conductive head 311 includes a pressing rod 3111 and a conductive spring 3115. The pressing rod 3111 can be a semi-circular structure, and the conductive spring 3115 is engaged below the pressing rod 3111. By applying force to the pressing rod 3111, the conductive spring 3115 can be driven down, thereby activating the switch. In addition, the housing 320 is set as a split structure, which includes an interlocking upper cover 321 and a box body 322. The two work together to define a receiving cavity. The conductive spring 3115 is located in the receiving cavity, and the first conductive piece 330 and the second conductive piece 340 extend out from both sides of the box body 322, respectively.
[0057] Obviously, the structure of the silent switch 300 can be adapted and adjusted, but this embodiment will not exhaustively list them.
[0058] The silent control switch assembly for the makeup mirror provided in this embodiment has a makeup mirror cover 200 in contact with an elastic trigger 310. The two are in elastic fit, and the makeup mirror cover 200 can drive the elastic trigger 310 to move together. Compared with a rigid fit, the wear is small. Moreover, the elastic force of the elastic trigger 310 itself can adaptively compensate for the gap caused by wear or assembly errors, improve control sensitivity, extend service life, and reduce maintenance costs.
[0059] Please refer to Figures 1-4 This embodiment also provides a sun visor, which includes a sun visor body 001, a mounting shaft 002, a mirror body 003, and the silent control switch assembly for the makeup mirror described in the above embodiment. The mounting shaft 002 is used to fix it to the vehicle body, and the sun visor body 001 is rotatably connected to the mounting shaft 002. The makeup mirror frame 100 is connected to the sun visor body 001. The mirror body 003 is mounted on the makeup mirror frame 100, and the makeup mirror cover 200 can open or close the mirror body 003. When the makeup mirror needs to be used, the sun visor body 001 is first rotated to the open state, and then the makeup mirror cover 200 is rotated, which is convenient to operate.
[0060] In this embodiment, optionally, the sun visor also includes a makeup mirror light 004, which is mounted on the makeup mirror frame 100 and electrically connected to a silent switch 300. By rotating the makeup mirror cover 200, the makeup mirror light 004 can be turned on, thus facilitating the use of the makeup mirror in low-light environments.
[0061] The sun visor provided in this embodiment is less likely to produce abnormal noise when the vanity mirror cover 200 is opened, thus providing a better riding environment and improving driving comfort.
[0062] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror, characterized in that, include: A makeup mirror frame (100), a makeup mirror cover (200), and a silent switch (300); the makeup mirror frame (100) is mounted on a sun visor body (001), the makeup mirror cover (200) is rotatably connected to the makeup mirror frame (100), and the makeup mirror cover (200) has a first position and a second position that can be switched between each other; the silent switch (300) is provided with a resilient trigger (310), and the silent switch (300) is mounted on the makeup mirror frame (100). When in the first position, the makeup mirror cover (200) is attached to the makeup mirror frame (100), and there is a gap between the makeup mirror cover (200) and the elastic trigger (310) so that the silent switch (300) is in the off state; when in the second position, the makeup mirror cover (200) is unfolded relative to the makeup mirror frame (100), and the makeup mirror cover (200) presses the elastic trigger (310) so that the silent switch (300) is in the on state.
2. The silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror according to claim 1, characterized in that: The silent switch (300) includes a housing (320), a first conductive sheet (330), and a second conductive sheet (340). The housing (320) is connected to the makeup mirror frame (100). The first conductive sheet (330) and the second conductive sheet (340) are both connected to the housing (320) and are arranged at intervals. The elastic trigger (310) is elastically connected to the housing (320). The elastic trigger (310) is used to electrically connect with the first conductive sheet (330) and the second conductive sheet (340) simultaneously when the makeup mirror cover (200) is in the second position.
3. The silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror according to claim 2, characterized in that: The elastic trigger (310) includes a conductive head (311) and an elastic body (312). The conductive head (311) is slidably mounted on the housing (320). The elastic body (312) is in contact with both the housing (320) and the conductive head (311). The elastic body (312) is used to make the conductive head (311) tend to move away from the first conductive sheet (330) and the second conductive sheet (340). The conductive head (311) is used to be electrically connected to both the first conductive sheet (330) and the second conductive sheet (340) when the makeup mirror cover (200) is in the second position and the makeup mirror cover (200) is pressed.
4. The silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror according to claim 3, characterized in that: The conductive head (311) includes a pressing rod (3111), a first leg (3112), and a second leg (3113); the housing (320) is provided with an assembly through hole, the pressing rod (3111) passes through the assembly through hole, and the first leg (3112) and the second leg (3113) are both connected to the pressing rod (3111); the elastic body (312) is in contact with both the pressing rod (3111) and the housing (320); one end of the first leg (3112) and one end of the second leg (3113) are electrically connected, the first leg (3112) is used to be electrically connected to the first conductive sheet (330), and the second leg (3113) is used to be electrically connected to the second conductive sheet (340).
5. The silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror according to claim 3, characterized in that: The side of the first conductive sheet (330) closest to the second conductive sheet (340) is spaced from the housing (320); the side of the second conductive sheet (340) closest to the first conductive sheet (330) is spaced from the housing (320).
6. The silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror according to any one of claims 3-5, characterized in that: The elastomer (312) is configured as a spring.
7. The silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror according to any one of claims 3-5, characterized in that: The conductive head (311) is provided with a driving ramp (3114) that extends out of the housing (320); the makeup mirror cover (200) is provided with a pressing protrusion (210) that is used to contact the driving ramp (3114) when the makeup mirror cover (200) moves from the first position to the second position, so as to press the conductive head (311).
8. The silent control switch assembly for a makeup mirror according to claim 1, characterized in that: The silent control switch assembly for the makeup mirror also includes a mounting plate (400), the silent switch (300) is fixed on the mounting plate (400), and the mounting plate (400) is engaged with the makeup mirror frame (100).
9. A sunshade, characterized in that, The sunshade includes: The sun visor body (001), the mounting shaft (002), and the makeup mirror silent control switch assembly according to any one of claims 1-8; the mounting shaft (002) is used to fix it to the vehicle body, the sun visor body (001) is rotatably connected to the mounting shaft (002), and the makeup mirror frame (100) is connected to the sun visor body (001).
10. The sunshade according to claim 9, characterized in that: The sun visor also includes a makeup mirror light (004), which is mounted on the makeup mirror frame (100) and electrically connected to the silent switch (300).