An electric vehicle combination switch

Abstract

This utility model relates to a combination switch for electric vehicles. It includes a housing, within which a functional bracket is provided. A functional switch assembly is mounted on the functional bracket. The housing comprises a separate upper and lower housing, which are connected by a connector. The functional switch assembly includes the functional bracket and a waterproof tactile component. A first tactile switch is mounted on the functional bracket, and the bottom of the functional bracket has several injection ports that are conductively connected to the first tactile switch. The waterproof tactile component includes a tactile cover and a waterproof cap. The tactile cover covers the first tactile switch and is connected to the functional bracket. The contact end of the tactile switch protrudes from the tactile cover, and the waterproof cap covers the contact end of the tactile switch, with the remaining portion sealed and limited by the tactile cover. The advantages of this utility model are: it adopts an upper and lower cover design, resulting in high durability, enhanced waterproofing, and integrated functionality.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of switch technology, specifically to a combination switch for electric vehicles. Background Technology

[0002] The switch on the handlebars of an electric vehicle is the main component used to control various functions on the electric vehicle, such as vehicle start, horn, turn signal, and lights.

[0003] An existing application (application number 202421793821.0) discloses an electric vehicle combination switch, comprising a housing, a carrier bracket inside the housing, and a functional switch assembly mounted on the carrier bracket. The functional switch assembly includes a function button, a lamp cover, and a circuit board. The circuit board includes an LED light and a first tactile switch. The bottom of the carrier bracket has several injection ports. The circuit board is mounted on the carrier bracket. The lamp cover covers the circuit board and is connected to the carrier bracket. The contacts of the first tactile switch protrude from the lamp cover. The function button is mounted on the housing and corresponds to the contacts of the first tactile switch. Both the lamp cover and the function button are light-transmitting. Using the above technical solution, this utility model provides an electric vehicle combination switch with good waterproof performance. Furthermore, the LED light inside the housing provides auxiliary illumination, facilitates button operation, and enhances the overall quality of the switch.

[0004] The waterproof performance of the combination switch in the aforementioned application can be further improved, and it can integrate more advanced electric vehicle switching functions. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide an electric vehicle combination switch that adopts an upper and lower cover design, is highly durable, has enhanced waterproof effect, and integrates multiple functions, in order to address the shortcomings of the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the following technical solution is provided: a combination switch for electric vehicles. It includes a housing, within which a functional bracket is provided. A functional switch assembly is mounted on the functional bracket. The housing comprises a separate upper housing and a lower housing, which are closed and connected by a connector. The functional switch assembly includes a functional bracket and a waterproof tactile component. A first tactile switch is mounted on the functional bracket. The bottom of the functional bracket has several injection ports that are conductively connected to the first tactile switch. The waterproof tactile component includes a tactile cover and a waterproof cap. The tactile cover covers the first tactile switch and is connected to the functional bracket. The contact end of the tactile switch protrudes outside the tactile cover. The waterproof cap covers the contact end of the tactile switch, and the remaining portion is sealed and limited by the tactile cover.

[0007] Using the above technical solution, the function switch uses a waterproof tactile switch, which has stable product performance and good waterproof performance. The back of the corresponding function bracket has a glue injection port for glue injection and sealing of the switch solder joints to further increase waterproofness. The tactile cover can position the first tactile switch and prevent the tactile switch from shifting in multiple directions when the first tactile switch is pressed repeatedly. It can also provide a waterproof cap for sealing installation. The waterproof cap is a waterproof silicone cap, which is cap-shaped and covers the contacts of the first tactile switch. The rest of the cap abuts against the tactile cover to limit the movement, so that rainwater is completely blocked from the first tactile switch, effectively preventing rainwater from entering and affecting the normal operation of the PCB board.

[0008] A two-stage pressing structure for an electric vehicle horn switch can be further configured such that: the connecting member is an upper cover plate and a lower cover plate disposed within the housing; the upper housing includes a left upper housing and a right upper housing; the lower housing includes a left lower housing and a right lower housing; the left upper housing and the left lower housing, the upper cover plate and the lower cover plate constitute the left housing; and the right upper housing and the right lower housing, the upper cover plate and the lower cover plate constitute the right housing.

[0009] The above technical solution adopts a top and bottom cover structure for the switch housing, which improves the phenomenon of gaps after the housing is closed.

[0010] An electric vehicle combination switch can be further configured as follows: the lower left housing, the functional bracket, the upper cover plate, and the upper left housing are connected sequentially from bottom to top by fasteners, and the lower cover plate is fastened to the lower left housing; the lower right housing, the functional bracket, the upper cover plate, and the upper right housing are connected sequentially from bottom to top by fasteners, and the lower cover plate is fastened to the lower right housing; a speed control handle is fixed between the upper cover plate and the lower cover plate by a top and bottom cover mechanism.

[0011] The above technical solution adopts a top and bottom cover structure for the housing, which facilitates the installation of the speed control handle and enhances stability. It also improves the gap phenomenon after the housing is opened. Secondly, the screws are connected from bottom to top, making it less likely for rainwater to enter through the screw holes. Even if water gets in, it is easy to expose the water due to gravity, further preventing the screws from rusting and increasing the waterproofness of the combination switch.

[0012] An electric vehicle combination switch can be further configured as follows: a start switch and a headlight switch are provided on the right housing; the start switch is located on the upper cover plate and includes a start button and a waterproof tactile component; the headlight switch is located on the lower cover plate; a start decorative cover is provided between the upper right housing and the lower right housing, allowing the start switch to protrude; and housing decorative parts can be detachably provided on both the left and right housings.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the starter cover and housing trim can not only hide the unevenness of the combination switch surface, but the housing trim is located above the function button. After installation, it can prevent the function button from shifting up and down after being pressed. The starter cover can also make the displacement of the start button smaller after being pressed, thus extending the service life of the start button. At the same time, the integration of the starter switch and headlight switch on the right housing can also meet the usage habits of most users.

[0014] An electric vehicle combination switch can be further configured as follows: the left housing is provided with a steering assembly, a gear assembly, and a horn assembly; the steering assembly includes a steering bracket, a steering lever, a steering knob, and at least two second tactile switches; the second tactile switches are mounted on the steering bracket, the steering bracket is mounted on the upper cover plate, the steering knob is connected to the steering lever, the steering lever is rotatably mounted on the steering bracket, the steering knob is located outside the left housing, the bottom of the steering lever is provided with a steering spring and a steering ball, the steering bracket is provided with a steering groove, and the steering ball can elastically abut against the steering groove to achieve steering feel.

[0015] Using the above scheme, when the turn signal lever is turned, there are three second touch switches arranged in the left, center, and right directions. When the turn signal lever is turned to the left, the turn signal ignites when the rightmost second touch switch is touched. When the turn signal lever is turned to the right, the turn signal ignites when the leftmost second touch switch is touched. When the turn signal lever is in the center position, the turn signal does not flash. This provides a left and right turn signal, making it easier for surrounding vehicles to identify. Since the right hand needs to adjust the speed, it is located on the left housing for easy operation. The steering ball can elastically abut against the steering gear groove to achieve a good steering feel. The left housing integrates the horn, headlights, and function buttons, which is suitable for most users' current usage habits and has multiple integrated functions.

[0016] An electric vehicle combination switch can be further configured such that: the gear shift assembly includes a gear shift bracket, a third tactile switch and a tactile switch housing, the tactile switch housing positions the third tactile switch, a gear shift slider is rotatably disposed inside the gear shift bracket, a gear shift spring and a gear shift ball are disposed at one end of the gear shift slider facing the gear shift bracket, and an overtaking button is disposed at one end of the gear shift slider away from the gear shift bracket. When the overtaking button is pressed, the gear shift slider swings, causing the gear shift ball to trigger the third tactile switch.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, when one end of the overtaking button is pressed, the steel ball can be made to contact the third tactile switch, thereby realizing the gear shifting operation, which is more convenient.

[0018] An electric vehicle combination switch may be further configured such that: the horn assembly includes a horn button and a horn switch, the horn switch is mounted on the lower cover plate, the horn button is mounted on the horn switch, and a horn decorative cover is provided between the upper left housing and the lower left housing, the horn decorative cover allowing the horn switch to protrude.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the speaker decorative cover can also reduce the displacement of the speaker button after it is pressed, thus extending the service life of the speaker button.

[0020] An electric vehicle combination switch can be further configured such that: the speed control handle includes a Hall effect sleeve harness, a Hall effect seat, a torsion spring, a magnet seat core, and a handle sleeve; the torsion spring is positioned between the magnet seat core and the Hall effect seat; the Hall effect sleeve harness includes a Hall effect sleeve and a Hall effect element; the Hall effect sleeve is hollow inside to form a Hall effect element assembly cavity for the insertion of the Hall effect element; the Hall effect sleeve is also provided with a Hall effect sleeve injection hole that is conductively connected to the Hall effect element assembly cavity.

[0021] Using the above technical solution, the throttle handle Hall sleeve has good waterproof performance. The throttle handle sleeve is smaller than the commonly used size, reduced from the original φ33 to 31, thus greatly optimizing the throttle installation space. The magnet seat core is fixed to the Hall seat by a buckle, making installation more convenient.

[0022] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall assembly of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0024] Figure 2 As an embodiment of this utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the explosion state of the right-side casing.

[0025] Figure 3 As an embodiment of this utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the explosion state of the middle left shell.

[0026] Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of the steering assembly in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 5 As an embodiment of this utility model Figure 2 and Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the back structure of the mid-function support.

[0028] Figure 6 As an embodiment of this utility model Figure 1 Assembly drawing of the medium speed control handle.

[0029] Figure 7 As an embodiment of this utility model Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the speed control handle.

[0030] Figure 8 As an embodiment of this utility model Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the Hall effect harness.

[0031] In the diagram: 1. Housing; 3. Function switch assembly; 4. Connector; 5. Speed ​​control handle; 6. Left housing; 7. Right housing; 8. Fastener; 11. Upper housing; 12. Lower housing; 31. Function bracket; 32. Waterproof tactile component; 41. Upper cover; 42. Lower cover; 51. Hall effect harness; 52. Hall effect socket; 53. Torsion spring; 54. Magnet seat core; 55. Grip; 61. Steering assembly; 62. Gear shift assembly; 63. Horn assembly; 71. Start switch; 72. Headlight switch; 73. Starter trim cover; 111. Upper left housing; 112. Upper right housing; 121. Lower left housing; 122. Lower right housing; 312. Injection port; 321. First 322. Tactile switch; 323. Tactile cover; 511. Waterproof cap; 512. Hall effect sleeve; 513. Hall effect element; 514. Hall effect element assembly cavity; 515. Hall effect sleeve injection hole; 616. Steering bracket; 617. Steering lever; 618. Steering knob; 619. Second tactile switch; 620. Steering spring; 621. Steering ball; 622. Steering gear slot; 623. Third tactile switch; 624. Gear slider; 625. Gear spring; 626. Gear ball; 627. Overtaking button; 631. Horn button; 632. Horn switch; 633. Horn decorative cover; 711. Start button. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0033] Example: Figures 1-8 The electric vehicle combination switch shown includes a housing 1, on which a functional switch assembly 3 is provided. The housing 1 includes a separate upper housing 11 and a lower housing 12. The upper housing 11 and the lower housing 12 are closed and connected by a connector 4. The connector 4 consists of an upper cover plate 41 and a lower cover plate 42 located inside the housing. A speed control handle 5 is fixed between the upper cover plate 41 and the lower cover plate 42 through the closed cover. The housing 1 adopts a closed cover structure, which improves the gap phenomenon after the housing 1 is closed and increases the waterproof effect.

[0034] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 as well as Figures 6-8 As shown, the speed control handle 5 includes a Hall effect harness 51, a Hall effect seat 52, a torsion spring 53, a magnet seat core 54, and a handle sleeve 55. The torsion spring 53 is positioned between the magnet seat core 53 and the Hall effect seat 52. The Hall effect harness 51 includes a Hall effect sleeve 511 and a Hall effect element 512. The Hall effect sleeve 511 is hollow inside, forming a Hall effect element assembly cavity 513 for the Hall effect element 512 to be inserted. The Hall effect sleeve 511 is also provided with a Hall effect sleeve injection hole 514 that is connected to the Hall effect element assembly cavity 513. The speed control handle Hall effect sleeve 511 has good waterproof performance. The handle sleeve 55 of the speed control handle 5 is smaller than the commonly used size, thus greatly optimizing the installation space of the throttle. The magnet seat core 54 fixes the Hall effect seat 52 with a buckle, making installation more convenient.

[0035] like Figures 1-5As shown, the function switch assembly 3 includes a function bracket 31 and a waterproof tactile assembly 32. The function bracket 31 has a first tactile switch 321 mounted on it. The bottom of the function bracket 31 has several injection ports 312 that are conductively connected to the first tactile switch 321. The waterproof tactile assembly 32 includes a tactile cover 322 and a waterproof cap 323. The tactile cover 322 covers the first tactile switch 321 and is connected to the function bracket 31. The contact end of the first tactile switch 321 protrudes from the tactile cover 322. The waterproof cap 323 covers the contact end of the first tactile switch 321, and the remaining portion is sealed and limited by the tactile cover 32. The upper housing 11 includes a left upper housing 111 and a right upper housing 112, and the lower housing 1... 2 includes a lower left housing 121 and a lower right housing 122. The upper left housing 111 and the lower left housing 121 constitute the left housing 6, and the upper right housing 112 and the lower right housing 122 constitute the right housing 7. The lower left housing 121, the functional bracket 31, the upper cover plate 41, and the upper left housing 111 are connected sequentially from bottom to top by fasteners 8, which are cover screws. The lower cover plate 42 is fastened to the lower left housing 121 by screws. Similarly, the lower right housing 122, the functional bracket 31, the upper cover plate 41, and the upper right housing 112 are connected sequentially from bottom to top by fasteners 8, and the lower cover plate 42 is fastened to the lower right housing 122. The right housing 7 is equipped with a start switch 71 and a headlight switch 72. The start switch 71 is located on the upper cover plate. On 41, the start switch 71 includes a start button 711 and a waterproof tactile component 32. The structure of the waterproof tactile component 32 is also applied to the start switch 71, and it is effectively waterproofed by a waterproof cap 323. The headlight switch 72 is located on the lower cover plate 42. A start decorative cover 73 is provided between the upper right housing 112 and the lower right housing 122, allowing the start switch 71 to protrude. Both the left housing 6 and the right housing 7 are detachably provided with housing decorative parts 74. The left housing 6 is provided with a steering assembly 61, a gear shift assembly 62, and a horn assembly 63. The steering assembly 61 includes a steering bracket 611, a steering lever 612, a steering knob 613, and at least two second tactile switches 614. 14 is mounted on the steering bracket 611, which is mounted on the upper cover plate 41. The steering knob 613 is connected to the steering lever 612, which is rotatably mounted on the steering bracket 611. The steering knob 613 is located outside the left housing 6. The bottom of the steering lever 612 is provided with a steering spring 615 and a steering ball 616. The steering bracket 611 is provided with a steering groove 617, and the steering ball 616 can elastically abut against the steering groove 617 to achieve steering feel. The gear position assembly 62 includes a gear position bracket 621, a third tactile switch 622, and a tactile switch housing 623. The tactile switch housing 623 positions the third tactile switch 622. A gear position slider 624 is rotatably mounted inside the gear position bracket 621.The gear shift slider 624 has a gear shift spring 625 and a gear shift ball 626 at the end facing the gear shift bracket 621, and an overtaking button 627 at the end away from the gear shift bracket 621. Pressing the overtaking button 627 causes the gear shift slider 624 to swing, triggering a third tactile switch 622. The gear shift ball 626 also serves to provide a shifting feel. The horn assembly 63 includes a horn button 631 and a horn switch 632. The horn switch 632 is mounted on the lower cover plate 42, and the horn button 631 is mounted on the horn switch 632. A horn decorative cover 633 is provided between the upper left housing 111 and the lower left housing 121, and the horn decorative cover 633 provides space for the horn switch. 632 is visible, indicating that the function switch 31 uses a waterproof tactile switch. The product has stable performance and good waterproof capabilities. A glue injection port 312 is provided on the back of the corresponding function bracket 31 for glue injection and encapsulation of the switch solder joints, further increasing waterproofness. The tactile cover 322 positions the first tactile switch 321, preventing multi-directional displacement of the tactile switch when repeatedly pressed. It also allows for the sealing installation of the waterproof cap 323. The waterproof cap 323 is a waterproof silicone cap, shaped like a cap and covering the contacts of the first tactile switch 321. The remaining portion of the cap abuts against and limits the contact with the tactile cover 322, completely blocking rainwater from entering the first tactile switch 321 and effectively preventing rainwater from affecting the normal operation of the PCB board.

[0036] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. All such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of this utility model as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A combination switch for electric vehicles, comprising a housing (1), wherein a functional switch assembly (3) is provided on the housing (1), characterized in that: The housing (1) includes a split upper housing (11) and a lower housing (12), which are closed and connected by a connector (4). The functional switch assembly (3) includes a functional bracket (31) and a waterproof tactile assembly (32). The functional bracket (31) is provided with a first tactile switch (321). The bottom of the functional bracket (31) is provided with a plurality of glue injection ports (312) that are connected to the first tactile switch (321). The waterproof tactile assembly (32) includes a tactile cover (322) and a waterproof cap (323). The tactile cover (322) covers the first tactile switch (321) and is connected to the functional bracket (31). The contact end of the first tactile switch (321) protrudes from the tactile cover (322). The waterproof cap (323) covers the contact end of the first tactile switch (321) and the remaining part is sealed and limited by the tactile cover (322).

2. The electric vehicle combination switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting member (4) is an upper cover plate (41) and a lower cover plate (42) disposed inside the housing (1). The upper housing (11) includes a left upper housing (111) and a right upper housing (112). The lower housing (12) includes a left lower housing (121) and a right lower housing (122). The left upper housing (111) and the left lower housing (121), the upper cover plate (41) and the lower cover plate (42) constitute the left housing (6). The right upper housing (112) and the right lower housing (122), the upper cover plate (41) and the lower cover plate (42) constitute the right housing (7).

3. The electric vehicle combination switch according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lower left housing (121), functional bracket (31), upper cover plate (41) and upper left housing (111) are connected from bottom to top in sequence by fasteners (8), and the lower cover plate (42) is fastened to the lower left housing (121); the lower right housing (122), functional bracket (31), upper cover plate (41) and upper right housing (112) are connected from bottom to top in sequence by fasteners (8), and the lower cover plate (42) is fastened to the lower right housing (122). The upper cover plate and the lower cover plate are fixed with a speed adjustment handle (5) by closing the upper and lower covers.

4. The electric vehicle combination switch according to claim 3, characterized in that: The right housing (7) is provided with a start switch (71) and a headlight switch (72). The start switch (71) is located on the upper cover plate (41). The start switch (71) includes a start button (711) and a waterproof touch component (32). The headlight switch (72) is located on the lower cover plate (42). A start decorative cover (73) is provided between the upper right housing (112) and the lower right housing (122). The start decorative cover (73) allows the start switch (71) to protrude. Both the left housing (6) and the right housing (7) are provided with detachable housing decorative parts (74).

5. The electric vehicle combination switch according to claim 3, characterized in that: The left housing (6) is provided with a steering assembly (61), a gear shift assembly (62) and a horn assembly (63). The steering assembly (61) includes a steering bracket (611), a steering lever (612), a steering knob (613) and at least two second tactile switches (614). The second tactile switches (614) are mounted on the steering bracket (611), which is mounted on the upper cover plate (41). The steering knob (613) is connected to the steering lever (612), which is rotatably mounted on the steering bracket (611). The steering knob (613) is located outside the left housing (6). The bottom of the steering lever (612) is provided with a steering spring (615) and a steering ball (616). The steering bracket (611) is provided with a steering groove (617), and the steering ball (616) can elastically abut against the steering groove (617) to achieve steering feel.

6. The electric vehicle combination switch according to claim 4, characterized in that: The gear shift assembly (62) includes a gear shift bracket (621), a third tactile switch (622), and a tactile switch housing (623). The tactile switch housing (623) positions the third tactile switch (622). A gear shift slider (624) is rotatably disposed inside the gear shift bracket (621). A gear shift spring (625) and a gear shift ball (626) are disposed at one end of the gear shift slider (624) facing the gear shift bracket (621). An overtaking button (627) is disposed at one end of the gear shift slider (624) away from the gear shift bracket (621). When one end of the overtaking button (627) is pressed, the gear shift slider (624) swings to trigger the third tactile switch (622).

7. The electric vehicle combination switch according to claim 4, characterized in that: The horn assembly (63) includes a horn button (631) and a horn switch (632). The horn switch (632) is mounted on the lower cover plate (42), and the horn button (631) is mounted on the horn switch (632). A horn decorative cover (633) is provided between the upper left housing (111) and the lower left housing (121), and the horn decorative cover (633) allows the horn switch (632) to protrude.

8. The electric vehicle combination switch according to claim 3, characterized in that: The speed control handle (5) includes a Hall sleeve harness (51), a Hall seat (52), a torsion spring (53), a magnet seat core (54), and a handle sleeve (55). The torsion spring (53) is positioned between the magnet seat core (54) and the Hall seat (52). The Hall sleeve harness (51) includes a Hall sleeve (511) and a Hall element (512). The Hall sleeve (511) is hollow inside to form a Hall element assembly cavity (513) for the Hall element (512) to be inserted. The Hall sleeve (511) is also provided with a Hall sleeve injection hole (514) that is connected to the Hall element assembly cavity (513).

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