Universal control module box and cleaning device

By designing a universal control module box, using female and male clips to connect the upper and lower covers to form a closed chamber, and fixing the antenna and control board, the problems of water ingress, dust ingress, and antenna pulling in the shared washing machine control module are solved, simplifying installation and improving the reliability and efficiency of the equipment.

CN224531290UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21WUXI XIAOJING SHARING NETWORK TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WUXI XIAOJING SHARING NETWORK TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-31
Publication Date
2026-07-21

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing shared washing machine control module has poor overall integrity, which poses a risk of water and dust ingress. The lack of a fixed structure for the antenna wiring increases the risk of the antenna being pulled, affecting signal quality.

Method used

Design a universal control module box, which uses female and male buckles to connect the upper and lower covers to form a closed chamber. The electronic control board is installed inside the lower cover. The antenna extends out of the lower cover through the first groove and is fixed. The LED light is embedded in the light frame. The module box is installed in the cleaning equipment through a waist-shaped hole or adhesive backing.

Benefits of technology

It improves the lifespan of the control board, reduces the risk of the antenna being pulled, simplifies the installation process, enhances the lighting display effect, and improves installation efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a general control module box and cleaning equipment belong to cleaning equipment technical field. The general control module box includes the upper cover, and the upper cover is provided with female buckle and lamp frame, the lower cover, and the lower cover is provided with male buckle and first recess, and the upper cover is connected with the lower cover through female buckle and male buckle and is closed and is connected, and forms the chamber structure of closing, and the electric control board is installed in the lower cover, and the antenna one end is connected with the electric control board, and the one end of the electric control board is penetrated first recess, and stretches out in the outside of the lower cover. Through setting female buckle and male buckle make the upper cover and the lower cover close together, form the closed chamber, and the electric control board is installed in the lower cover, can prevent water or dust from entering, improve the service life of electric control board. First recess has the fixed effect to the antenna, reduces the risk that the antenna is pulled. The whole structure is firm and reliable, is convenient for installation, and does not need additional fastener, simplifies the installation technology, and improves the installation efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a universal control module box and a cleaning device, belonging to the field of cleaning equipment technology. Background Technology

[0002] Public washing machines are common in shared living spaces such as schools, factory dormitories, single apartments, and rental properties, and there is significant consumer demand. Currently, different shared washing machines require different control modules, resulting in a wide variety of control modules on the market with varying quality.

[0003] In existing technologies, modules typically have poor overall integrity, increasing the risk of water and dust ingress during use and severely impacting their lifespan. Furthermore, the overall structure of control modules on the market is relatively simple, and installation methods are limited. Additionally, existing technologies lack a fixed antenna wiring structure, increasing the risk of the antenna being pulled, which can affect the antenna signal. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a universal control module box and cleaning equipment, which solves the problems of poor overall integrity of the control module, water and dust ingress, and lack of fixed structure for antenna wiring, which increases the risk of the antenna being pulled and thus affects the antenna signal.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0006] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a universal control module box, comprising:

[0007] The upper cover is provided with a female buckle and a lamp frame;

[0008] The lower cover is provided with a male buckle and a first groove. The upper cover and the lower cover are fastened together by the female buckle and the male buckle to form a closed chamber structure.

[0009] An electronic control board, which is installed inside the lower cover;

[0010] An antenna, one end of which is connected to the electronic control board, and the other end of which is away from the electronic control board, passes through the first groove and extends out of the outside of the lower cover.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model, the upper cover is provided with a first limiting member, which is a U-shaped groove structure and is arranged parallel to the female buckle.

[0012] In one embodiment of this utility model, the upper cover is provided with a lamp hole, the lamp hole is a stepped hole, the lamp frame is divided into at least two rectangular areas, and one lamp hole is arranged in each rectangular area of ​​the lamp frame.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model, the upper cover is provided with a first rib, which is located on one side of the upper cover housing. The first rib has a positioning function, allowing the upper cover to quickly engage with the lower cover via the extended first rib.

[0014] In one embodiment of this utility model, the lower cover includes a buckle, one end of which is connected to the lower cover, and the other end of which is suspended away from the lower cover. The buckle abuts against the electronic control board.

[0015] In one embodiment of this utility model, the lower cover further includes a second limiting member and a third rib. The third rib is disposed on the opposite side of the buckle, and the second limiting member and the third rib abut against the electronic control board. This allows the electronic control board to be fixed in the lower cover, ensuring that the electronic control board is fixed in the corresponding position and will not shift. This ensures that the terminal protrusions in the electronic control board are accurately aligned with the openings in the upper cover. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for screws, simplifying the installation process and improving installation efficiency.

[0016] In one embodiment of this invention, the lower cover has symmetrically arranged oblong holes on both sides. By passing screws through these oblong holes, the universal control module box can be installed inside the cleaning equipment.

[0017] In one embodiment of this utility model, the lower cover further includes a second groove. Adhesive can be applied to the second groove, and the universal control module box can also be installed inside the cleaning equipment by applying adhesive.

[0018] In one embodiment of this utility model, the electronic control board includes LED lights, which are embedded in the lamp frame. The lamp frame can prevent LED lights of different colors from crossing over, so that the light displays a single color after passing through the lamp hole. In addition, the stepped holes of the lamp hole can improve the brightness of the light and enhance the display effect of the light.

[0019] Secondly, this utility model provides a cleaning device, including the aforementioned universal control module box. The cleaning device also includes a device body, and the universal control module box is disposed inside the device body.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0021] This utility model provides a universal control module box and cleaning equipment. By using female and male clips, the upper and lower covers are fastened together to form a closed chamber. The electronic control board is installed in the lower cover, preventing water or dust from entering and extending its service life. A first groove is provided, through which the antenna passes and extends out onto the outside of the lower cover. The first groove secures the antenna, reducing the risk of it being pulled. This universal control module box can be installed inside the cleaning equipment using either a slotted hole with screws or a second groove with adhesive backing, solving the problem of limited installation methods in existing technologies. The overall structure is robust and reliable, easy to install, and requires no additional fasteners, simplifying the installation process and improving efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 A perspective view of the universal control module box provided in the embodiment of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 Cross-sectional views of the upper and lower covers provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the upper and lower covers from another perspective, provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a top view showing the lower cover and the electronic control board working together in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A sectional view of CC.

[0029] Figure 8 Left view of the universal control module box provided in the embodiment of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the universal control module box provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0031] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A magnified view of a section at point D.

[0032] In the picture:

[0033] 1. Top cover; 11. Female buckle; 12. First limiting component; 13. First rib; 14. Lamp frame; 15. Lamp hole; 2. Bottom cover; 21. Male buckle; 22. Buckle; 23. Second limiting component; 24. Second rib; 25. First groove; 26. Waist-shaped hole; 27. Second groove; 28. Third rib; 3. Electronic control board; 31. LED light; 4. Antenna. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0035] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between 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.

[0036] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 10 As shown, this application provides a universal control module box, which includes an upper cover 1, a lower cover 2, an electronic control board 3, and an antenna 4. Both the upper cover 1 and the lower cover 2 are rectangular shell structures, connected to form a closed chamber. The electronic control board 3 is installed within this closed chamber, preventing water or dust from entering and extending its service life. One end of the antenna 4 is connected to the electronic control board 3, and the other end extends beyond the lower cover 2. The antenna 4 is used to receive signals and convert them into electrical signals.

[0038] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in some embodiments, the upper cover 1 includes a female latch 11 and a first limiting member 12. The female latch 11 is disposed on the inner wall of the upper cover 1 and is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the upper cover 1. A rectangular groove is provided at the end of the female latch 11 facing away from the upper cover 1. The upper cover 1 is connected to the lower cover 2 through the female latch 11. There are four female latches 11, which are respectively disposed on the four inner walls of the upper cover 1. The first limiting member 12 has a U-shaped groove structure, with the groove opening facing the inner wall of the inner cover 1 and fixedly connected to the inner wall of the upper cover 1. There are also four first limiting members 12, which are arranged parallel to the female latches 11 and are installed on one side of the female latches 11. The first limiting member 12 has a positioning and foolproof function, which makes it easy for the operator to quickly place the lower cover 2 in the corresponding position, so that the upper cover 1 and the lower cover 2 can achieve a good fit.

[0039] like Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, the upper cover 1 is further provided with a first rib 13, a second rib 14, and a lamp hole 15. The first rib 13 is a protruding structure located on one side of the housing of the upper cover 1. The first rib 13 has a positioning function, allowing the upper cover 1 to quickly engage with the lower cover 2 via the protruding first rib 13. The lamp frame 14 is installed inside the housing of the upper cover 1, with one end fixedly connected to the housing of the upper cover 1. The lamp frame 14 has a rectangular structure and multiple ribs inside, dividing it into multiple rectangular areas. The lamp hole 15 is located on the housing on the side away from the lower cover 2. The lamp hole 15 is a stepped hole, with the diameter gradually decreasing along the side away from the lamp frame 14, which can improve the brightness of the light and reduce the risk of water or dust entering from the lamp hole.

[0040] like Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, in some embodiments, the lower cover 2 includes a male buckle 21, a latch 22, a second limiting member 23, and a second rib 24. The male buckle 21 is a protruding structure, and there are four male buckles 21, fixed to the four side walls of the lower cover 2. The male buckle 21 cooperates with the female latch 11, and the male buckle 21 can be inserted into the rectangular groove of the female latch 11, so that the upper cover 1 and the lower cover 2 are tightly connected without the need for additional fasteners, saving costs. The position of the male buckle 21 on the lower cover 2 is adapted according to the position of the female latch 11. There are two latches 22, installed parallel to each other on the same side wall of the lower cover 2. One end of the latch 22 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the lower cover 2, and the other end is suspended and can abut against the electronic control board 3. The third rib 28 is a protruding structure, and there are two third ribs 28, installed parallel to each other on the side wall symmetrical to the latches 22. The third rib 28 can abut against the electronic control board 3. The second limiting member 23 has an L-shaped structure, and there are multiple second limiting members 23, which are symmetrically installed on the inner wall perpendicular to the side wall where the buckle 22 is installed. The second rib 24 is installed on the side wall of the lower cover 2. The control board 3 has a groove. The second rib 24 has a positioning function. By cooperating with the groove on the control board 3 and the second rib 24, the control board 3 can quickly reach the designated position and prevent misinstallation. After the control board 3 is placed in the designated position, press the control board 3 on the inside of the lower cover 2. Since one end of the buckle 22 is suspended, it will move inward under pressure. The control board 3 slides into the lower part of the buckle 22 and abuts against the second limiting member 23. The side of the control board 3 away from the second limiting member 23 abuts against the buckle 22 and the third rib 28. Through the cooperation of the second limiting member 23, the buckle 22, the second rib 24 and the third rib 28, the control board 3 can be fixed in the lower cover 2, ensuring that the control board 3 is fixed in the corresponding position and will not shift. This ensures that the terminal protrusion in the control board 3 is accurately matched with the opening of the upper cover 1. At the same time, no screws are needed for fixing, which simplifies the installation process and improves the installation efficiency.

[0041] like Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, in some embodiments, the lower cover 2 is further provided with a first groove 25, an oblong hole 26, and a second groove 27. The first groove 25 is provided on the housing of the lower cover 2 and can cooperate with the first rib 13 in the upper cover 1. One end of the antenna 4 passes through the first groove 25 and extends to the outside of the control module. The first groove 25 has a fixing effect on the antenna 4, which can reduce the risk of the antenna being pulled. Two ear plates are symmetrically provided on the outer side of the lower cover 2. The ear plates have oblong holes 26. By using screws through the oblong holes 26, the universal control module box can be installed in the cleaning equipment. The lower cover 2 has a second groove 27 on the side opposite to the upper cover 1. Adhesive can be pasted in the second groove 27. The universal control module box can also be installed in the cleaning equipment by pasting adhesive. For installation positions with a flat surface, adhesive can be pasted in the second groove 27 for fixing. For installation positions without a flat surface, the oblong hole 26 can be used with screws for fixing. The two installation methods can be flexibly selected, which enhances the installation adaptability of the universal control module box.

[0042] like Figure 6 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, the control board 3 is provided with LED lights 31. After the upper cover 1 and the lower cover 2 are fastened together, the LED lights 31 can extend into the rectangular area enclosed by the light frame 14. Each LED light 31 is placed in a separate rectangular area. The light frame 14 can prevent LED lights of different colors from crossing each other, so that the light can display the corresponding single color after passing through the light hole 15. In conjunction with the stepped hole of the light hole 15, the brightness of the light can be improved and the display effect of the light can be enhanced.

[0043] Furthermore, this application also provides a cleaning device using the aforementioned universal control module box. The cleaning device also includes a device body, and the universal control module box is installed inside the device body via screws through the slot 26 or adhesive backing through the second groove 27. This cleaning device can be a commercial cleaning device such as a washing machine, dishwasher, dry cleaning machine, or dryer. Because the cleaning device uses the universal control module box described above, it possesses all the aforementioned advantages.

[0044] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The universal control module box includes an upper cover 1, a lower cover 2, an electronic control board 3, and an antenna 4. First, the groove on the electronic control board 3 mates with the second rib 24 in the lower cover 2. Then, the electronic control board 3 is pressed into the lower cover 2 until it abuts against the second limiting member 23. At this time, the buckle 22 and the third rib 28 also abut against the electronic control board 3, fixing the electronic control board 3 in the corresponding installation position. The upper cover 1 forms a closed cavity with the lower cover 2 through the female buckle 11 and the male buckle 21, preventing water or dust from entering and improving the service life of the electronic control board 3. The LED light 31 extends into the light frame 14, cooperating with the light hole 15, so that it only displays the corresponding single color. With the stepped hole design, the brightness of the light can be improved, enhancing the display effect of the light. The antenna 4 passes through the first groove 25 and extends to the outside of the lower cover 2. The first groove 25 has a fixing effect on the antenna 4, reducing the risk of the antenna being pulled. The universal control module box is installed inside the cleaning equipment by using screws in the slotted hole 26 or by applying adhesive backing to the second groove 27. The structure is robust and reliable, easy to install, and does not require additional fasteners, simplifying the installation process and improving installation efficiency.

[0045] This document uses specific embodiments to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this utility model. The descriptions of these embodiments are merely for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this utility model without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A universal control module box, characterized in that, include: The upper cover (1) is provided with a female buckle (11) and a lamp frame (14); The lower cover (2) is provided with a male buckle (21) and a first groove (25). The upper cover (1) and the lower cover (2) are fastened together by the female buckle (11) and the male buckle (21) to form a closed chamber structure. An electronic control board (3) is installed inside the lower cover (2); Antenna (4), one end of which is connected to the electronic control board (3), and the other end of which is away from the electronic control board (3) passes through the first groove (25) and extends out of the outside of the lower cover (2).

2. The universal control module box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper cover (1) is provided with a first limiting member (12), which is a U-shaped groove structure and is arranged parallel to the female buckle (11).

3. A universal control module box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper cover (1) is provided with a lamp hole (15), the lamp hole (15) is a stepped hole, the lamp frame (14) is divided into at least two rectangular areas, and one lamp hole (15) is arranged in each rectangular area of ​​the lamp frame (14).

4. A universal control module box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper cover (1) is provided with a first rib (13), which is located on one side of the upper cover (1) shell.

5. A universal control module box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower cover (2) includes a buckle (22), one end of which is connected to the lower cover (2), and the other end which is suspended away from the lower cover (2). The buckle (22) abuts against the electronic control board (3).

6. A universal control module box according to claim 5, characterized in that, The lower cover (2) also includes a second limiting member (23) and a third rib (28), the third rib (28) being disposed on the opposite side of the buckle (22), and the second limiting member (23) and the third rib (28) abutting against the electronic control board (3).

7. A universal control module box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower cover (2) has symmetrically arranged waist-shaped holes (26) on both sides.

8. A universal control module box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower cover (2) also includes a second groove (27).

9. A universal control module box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control board (3) includes an LED light (31), which is embedded in the light frame (14).

10. A cleaning device, characterized in that, The cleaning device includes a universal control module box as described in any one of claims 1-9, and further includes a device body, wherein the universal control module box is disposed inside the device body.