Durable key with silicone sleeve
By applying a silicone sleeve to the outside of the button and creating a groove on the sleeve cap, the problem of button pigment wear was solved, achieving button durability and stable information display.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- PRETECH (XIAMEN) ELECTRONICS TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-31
AI Technical Summary
The pigment markings on existing buttons are prone to wear and tear after prolonged use, resulting in unclear information display.
A silicone sleeve is fitted over the outside of the button, and grooves in the shape of a number or shape are made on the sleeve to avoid direct application of paint. The sleeve is then bonded to the button to form a stable marking.
It improves the durability and stability of the buttons, avoids ink wear, and ensures clear information display even after long-term use.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of button assembly technology, specifically a durable button with a silicone sleeve. Background Technology
[0002] Buttons are devices that provide pressing support and also have information indication functions.
[0003] Electronic devices often use buttons with numbers or symbols, such as POS machines, calculators, and keyboards. These buttons are usually painted with pigments to indicate information. However, during actual use, they are prone to wear and tear from prolonged pressing, which can make the color markings unclear and result in incomplete information display after long-term use.
[0004] Therefore, a durable button with a silicone sleeve is proposed to solve the problems mentioned above. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a durable button with a silicone sleeve, which can solve the problem of wear caused by using pigments.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a connecting piece is included, and a plurality of buttons are fixedly disposed on the upper surface of the connecting piece, and the plurality of buttons are evenly distributed;
[0007] Each button is fitted with a cap on its outer side, and the lower surface of the button is bonded to the upper surface of the connecting piece.
[0008] Preferably, the lower half of the cap is hollow, and the inner surface of the cap fits against the outer surface of the button, with a through groove in the middle of the cap.
[0009] Preferably, the groove is circular, and a protruding button is inserted into the middle of the groove. The protruding button has the same overall shape as the groove. A limiting plate is provided on the lower half of the outer side of the protruding button. The limiting plate is larger than the groove and has a circular groove through the middle.
[0010] Preferably, the first limiting plate is provided with a protruding block inserted through a circular groove, and the lower half of the outer side of the protruding block is fixedly connected to the second limiting plate, the second limiting plate having a larger specification than the circular groove.
[0011] Preferably, the sleeve groove is any number shape of a connecting piece, and a protruding button is inserted inside the sleeve groove. The protruding button has the same shape as the overall sleeve groove. A limiting plate is fixedly connected to the lower end of the protruding button. The specification of the limiting plate is larger than that of the sleeve groove.
[0012] Preferably, the groove is an irregular shape such as X-shaped or star-shaped, and a protruding button is inserted inside the groove. The protruding button has the same shape as the groove. A limiting plate is provided at the lower end of the protruding button. The size of the limiting plate is larger than that of the groove.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a durable button with a silicone sleeve, which has the following advantages:
[0014] 1. This durable button with a silicone sleeve, by covering the outside of the button with a cap and by opening a groove of the desired shape or number shape on the cap, can form a corresponding mark on the outside of the cap when the cap is covered and bonded to the outside of the button, so as to facilitate the identification and pressing operation of the button in different positions.
[0015] 2. This durable button with a silicone sleeve has grooves of different shapes on the sleeve cap, which can be pressed directly. Compared with the traditional method of directly applying the desired shape or number shape of the paint to the outside of the sleeve cap, it can avoid wear and loss due to long-term pressing and friction, thereby improving its reliability and stability during long-term use.
[0016] 3. The durable button with silicone sleeve, with the sleeve and button bonded and fastened together, simultaneously fixes the protruding button, limit plate one, protruding block and limit plate two inside the sleeve. Finally, while the sleeve and button are connected and fixed, the whole thing is connected and fixed at the same time, eliminating the need for repositioning and bonding the protruding block and protruding button. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a front view structural diagram of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of one form of the button and cap of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 3 This is a front view structural diagram of the installation method of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the installation method of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the two structural forms of the button and the cap of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the three structural forms of the button and the cap of this utility model.
[0023] In the diagram: 1. Connecting piece; 2. Button; 3. Cap; 4. Slot; 5. Protruding button; 6. Limiting plate one; 7. Protruding block; 8. Limiting plate two. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0025] Example:
[0026] Please see Figure 1 - Figure 6 In this embodiment, a durable button with a silicone sleeve includes 1, and a plurality of 2 are fixedly disposed on the upper surface of the 1, and the plurality of 2 are evenly distributed.
[0027] Each of the 2 is fitted with a 3 on its outer side, and the lower surface of the 2 is bonded to the upper surface of the 1;
[0028] The lower half of the middle part of the 3 is hollow, and the inner surface of the middle part of the 3 is attached to the outer surface of the 2. The middle part of the 3 has a through opening of 4.
[0029] By fitting 3 on the outside of 2 and opening 4 of the desired shape or number on 3, a corresponding mark can be formed on the outside of 3 when 3 is fitted and glued to the outside of 2, making it easy to identify and press 2 in different positions, and facilitating the actual operation and use of the device.
[0030] By creating different shapes of 4 on the 3 and pressing them directly onto it, compared to the traditional method of directly applying the desired shape or number of pigments to the outside of the 3, it is possible to avoid the wear and disappearance caused by prolonged rubbing, thereby improving its reliability and stability during long-term use.
[0031] Example 1:
[0032] Please see Figure 1 - Figure 4 In this embodiment, a durable button with a silicone sleeve includes 1, and a plurality of 2 are fixedly disposed on the upper surface of the 1, and the plurality of 2 are evenly distributed.
[0033] Each of the 2 is fitted with a 3 on its outer side, and the lower surface of the 2 is bonded to the upper surface of the 1;
[0034] The lower half of the middle part of the 3 is hollow, and the inner surface of the middle part of the 3 is attached to the outer surface of the 2. The middle part of the 3 has a through opening of 4.
[0035] The 4 is circular, and a 5 is inserted into the middle of the 4. The 5 has the same overall shape as the 4. A 6 is provided on the lower half of the outer side of the 5. The 6 is larger than the 4 and a circular groove is opened through the middle of the 6.
[0036] The 6 is provided with the 7 through a circular slot, and the lower half of the outer side of the 7 is fixedly connected with the 8, the size of the 8 being larger than the size of the circular slot.
[0037] Before placing 3 on the outside of 2, first insert 7 and 6 into the inner circular grooves so that 8 fits against 6 from the lower surface. At the same time, 7 and 5 are on the same horizontal plane. Then, move 6 and 8 after they are fitted together so that 5 is inserted into the inside of 4. Finally, with the bonding and tightening of 3 and 2, 5, 6, 7 and 8 are fixed inside 3 at the same time. In the end, while 3 and 2 are connected and fixed, the whole is connected and fixed, eliminating the need to reposition and bond 7 and 5.
[0038] Example 2:
[0039] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 5 In this embodiment, a durable button with a silicone sleeve includes 1, and a plurality of 2 are fixedly disposed on the upper surface of the 1, and the plurality of 2 are evenly distributed.
[0040] Each of the 2 is fitted with a 3 on its outer side, and the lower surface of the 2 is bonded to the upper surface of the 1;
[0041] The lower half of the middle part of the 3 is hollow, and the inner surface of the middle part of the 3 is attached to the outer surface of the 2. The middle part of the 3 has a through opening of 4.
[0042] The 4 is any number from 0 to 10. A 5 is inserted inside the 4. The 5 has the same overall shape as the 4. A 6 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the 5. The 6 is larger than the 4.
[0043] By setting 4 and 5 as numerical shapes, and then attaching 6 to the inner wall of 3, 5 is simultaneously inserted and fixed to 4. With the bonding and fixing of 3 and 2, 6 and 5 are positioned synchronously, ensuring convenient installation. This setting of 5 and 4 avoids the damage caused by the existing color identification, and improves the stability and durability of the device.
[0044] Example 3:
[0045] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 6 In this embodiment, a durable button with a silicone sleeve includes 1, and a plurality of 2 are fixedly disposed on the upper surface of the 1, and the plurality of 2 are evenly distributed.
[0046] Each of the 2 is fitted with a 3 on its outer side, and the lower surface of the 2 is bonded to the upper surface of the 1;
[0047] The lower half of the middle part of the 3 is hollow, and the inner surface of the middle part of the 3 is attached to the outer surface of the 2. The middle part of the 3 has a through opening of 4.
[0048] The 4 is an irregular shape such as an X or a star. A 5 is inserted inside the 4. The 5 has the same overall shape as the 4. A 6 is provided at the lower end of the 5. The 6 is larger than the 4.
[0049] By inserting 5 and 4 together, and then fixing 6 to the inner wall of 3, while 3 and 2 are fastened together, 6 is fixed in place. The protruding setting of 5 prevents wear due to color issues, ensuring its longevity and stability.
[0050] The installation, connection, or setting methods disclosed in this embodiment are all common mechanical connection methods. Any method that can achieve its beneficial effect can be implemented. In addition, the electrical components in this embodiment are all electrically connected to the main controller and the power supply. The main controller can be a conventional known device such as a computer that plays a control role. Those skilled in the art can control the electrical components through simple programming. Moreover, the existing disclosed power connection technology is also common knowledge in the field. Therefore, the specific structural composition and working principle will not be described in detail in this embodiment.
[0051] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.
[0052] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A durable button with a silicone sleeve, comprising a connecting piece (1), characterized in that: The upper surface of the connecting piece (1) is fixedly provided with a number of buttons (2), and the number of buttons (2) are evenly distributed. Each button (2) is fitted with a cap (3) on its outer side, and the lower surface of the button (2) is bonded to the upper surface of the connecting piece (1).
2. A durable key with a silicone sleeve as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The lower half of the cap (3) is hollow, and the inner surface of the cap (3) is in contact with the outer surface of the button (2). A slot (4) is provided through the middle of the cap (3).
3. A durable key with a silicone sleeve as claimed in claim 2, wherein: The sleeve groove (4) is circular, and a protruding button (5) is inserted in the middle of the sleeve groove (4). The protruding button (5) has the same overall shape as the sleeve groove (4). A limiting plate (6) is provided on the lower half of the outer side of the protruding button (5). The specification of the limiting plate (6) is larger than that of the sleeve groove (4), and a circular groove is opened through the middle of the limiting plate (6).
4. The durable key with a silicone sleeve of claim 3, wherein: The first limiting plate (6) is provided with a protruding block (7) inserted through a circular groove. The lower half of the outer side of the protruding block (7) is fixedly connected to the second limiting plate (8). The second limiting plate (8) is larger than the size of the circular groove.
5. The durable key with silicone cover of claim 2, wherein: The slot (4) is any number shape from 0 to 10. A protruding button (5) is inserted inside the slot (4). The protruding button (5) has the same overall shape as the slot (4). A limiting plate (6) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the protruding button (5). The specification of the limiting plate (6) is larger than that of the slot (4).
6. The durable key with silicone cover of claim 2, wherein: The groove (4) is an irregular shape of X or star. A protruding button (5) is inserted inside the groove (4). The protruding button (5) has the same overall shape as the groove (4). A limiting plate (6) is provided at the lower end of the protruding button (5). The specification of the limiting plate (6) is larger than that of the groove (4).