Clip for removing keycap

Abstract

Provided is a clip for removing a keycap, which makes the operation of removing the keycap more labor-saving, enables one keycap to be removed at a time, enables a plurality of keycaps to be removed at a time, and can accurately arrange the removed keycaps and place them in a keycap packaging box, ensures stable and reliable removal of the keycap, and prevents the keycap from scattering during removal. 【Solution means】The clip for removing a keycap includes a clamp member with two central parts connected by a hinge. The clamp member includes a clamp handle, a hinge connecting part, and a clamp piece. Both ends of the hinge connecting part are respectively connected to the clamp handle and the clamp piece, and the hinge connecting parts of the two clamp members are connected by a hinge. Utilizing the principle of a lever, the grip of the gripping part is comfortable, and the two clamp members are connected to each other by a hinge to present a scissor-like structure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of mechanical keyboard set products, and relates to a clip for removing keycaps.

Background Art

[0002] A mechanical keyboard is a commonly used keyboard that is comfortable and labor-saving to operate, and its structure is provided with removable keycaps. After using the mechanical keyboard for a certain period of time, dust falls and accumulates between the keycaps, resulting in a decrease in sensitivity. Therefore, it is necessary to remove the keycaps and clean them regularly.

[0003] The conventional structure for removing keycaps is two stainless steel wires, which is complex to operate, and the removal of the keycaps is unstable and the positioning is inaccurate. Also, only one keycap can be removed at a time, and the latest technology for removing keycaps is a reverse U-shaped clip, which is not designed with a labor-saving mechanism. When using force with fingers to remove multiple keys, the fingers will hurt and the experience is very bad.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention aims to provide a clip for removing keycaps.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a clip for removing keycaps, and this clip for removing keycaps is composed of two clips connected by a hinge at the central part.​​​ It is provided with a clamp member, and the clamp member includes a clamp handle, a hinge connecting portion, and a clamp pin -ce. Both ends of the hinge connecting portion are respectively connected to the clamp handle and the clamp pin -ce. The hinge connecting portions of the two clamp members are connected by a hinge, and a gripping portion is provided at an end of the clamp -handle that is separated from the hinge connecting portion.

[0006] The present invention is further arranged such that protrusions are provided on the inner sides facing each other at the ends of the two clamp pieces that are separated from the hinge connecting portions.

[0007] The present invention is further arranged such that the width of the clamp piece is 2 mm or more.

[0008] The present invention is further arranged such that the width of the clamp piece is 20 mm or more.

[0009] The present invention is further arranged such that a gripping portion is provided at an end of the clamp handle that is separated from the hinge connecting portion, and the upper portion of the gripping portion may have a curved or linear structure.

[0010] The present invention is further arranged such that protruding members are provided on the sides of both ends of the gripping portion close to the hinge connecting portion, and the shape of the protruding members is arranged to be arc-shaped protruding at the end close to the hinge connecting portion.

[0011] The present invention is further arranged such that both of the two clamp pieces are provided with a connecting portion connected to the hinge connecting portion and a clamp portion connected to the connecting portion. The distance between the ends of the two clamp portions that are separated from the hinge connecting portions is greater than the distance between the ends of the two clamp portions that are close to the hinge connecting portions, and the thickness of the connecting portion is arranged to be equal to or greater than the thickness of the clamp portion. ​

[0012] The present invention further provides that both of the two connecting parts are provided with an expanding part connected to the hinge connecting part and a transition part connected to the expanding part. The distance between the ends of the two expanding parts that are separated from the hinge connecting part is larger than the distance between the ends of the two expanding parts that are close to the hinge connecting part. They are arranged in such a manner.

[0013] The present invention further provides that the hinge connecting part of one of the clamping members is two oppositely arranged rings, and the hinge connecting part of the other clamping member includes one ring and a cylinder connected to the side of the ring. The cylinder passes through two oppositely arranged rings and is rotatably connected to one of the rings.

[0014] The present invention further provides that a support torsion spring is fitted on the outer periphery of the cylinder, and the two supporting ends of the support torsion spring are respectively abutted against the inner sides of the two opposite expanding parts.

Advantages of the Invention

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows.

[0016] The clip for removing a keycap according to the present invention has a structure in which two clamping members are hinged to each other to form a pliers-like structure, which is labor-saving and the removal of the keycap is stable and reliable, eliminating the problem of scattering in all directions when removing the keycap. The clip for removing a keycap according to the present invention is designed with a gripping part. When operating, the hand holds the gripping part, and the hand grip is comfortable and can be held for a long time. The clip for removing a keycap according to the present invention has a plurality of widths of the clamping pieces. One key cap can be removed at a time, and multiple (for example, four) key caps can also be removed at a time, and the removed key caps can be accurately arranged and placed in the key cap packaging box.

Brief Description of the Drawings

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Modes for Carrying Out the Invention

[0018] Hereinafter, with reference to the drawings and specific examples, the clip for removing a key cap according to the present invention will be described in more detail. Through the following description, the advantages and features of the present invention will become clearer. It should be noted that all the attached drawings adopt a very simplified form, and all use inaccurate ratios, and are only used for the purpose of conveniently and clearly assisting the description of the embodiments of the present invention. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals indicate the same or similar members.

[0019] The embodiment of the present invention provides a clip for removing a key cap. Referring to FIGS. 1 to 4, it includes a clamp member 1 whose two central parts are connected by a hinge. The clamp member 1 includes a clamp handle 1a, a hinge connection part 1b, and a clamp piece 1c. Both ends of the hinge connection part 1b are respectively connected to the clamp handle 1a and the clamp piece 1c. ​ The hinge connecting portion 1b of the two clamp members 1 is connected by a hinge.

[0020] During use, the positions of the two clamp pieces 1c are aligned with the gaps on the opposite outer sides of the keycap to be removed. Then, the two clamp pieces 1c are clamped on the opposite outer sides of the keycap, and pulled in the direction away from the keycap to remove the keycap. Referring to FIG. 4, protrusions 7 are provided on the inner sides facing each other at the ends of the two clamp pieces 1c that are separated from the hinge connecting portions. The protrusions 7 can support or hook under the keycap to assist in removing the keycap. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 2 mm or more. At this time, one keycap can be removed at a time. Preferably, it is 3 mm or more. At this time, one keycap can be removed more stably. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 20 mm or more. At this time, multiple keycaps can be removed at a time, and the removal efficiency of the keycaps can be improved.

[0021] Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 3, a gripping portion 2 is provided at the end of the clamp handle 1a that is separated from the hinge connecting portion 1b. During use, by gripping the two gripping portions 2 with one hand, the positions of the two clamp pieces 1c are aligned with the gaps on the opposite outer sides of the keycap to be removed. Then, the two clamp pieces 1c clamp the opposite outer sides of the keycap, firmly hold the two gripping portions 2, and then pull in the direction away from the keycap. Referring to FIG. 4, protrusions 7 are provided on the inner sides facing each other at the ends of the two clamp pieces 1c that are separated from the hinge connecting portions. The protrusions 7 can support or hook under the keycap to assist in removing the keycap. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 2 mm or more. At this time, one keycap can be removed at a time. Preferably, it is 3 mm or more. At this time, one keycap can be removed more stably.

[0022] Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 2 mm or more. At this time, one keycap can be removed at a time. Preferably, it is 3 mm or more. At this time, one keycap can be removed more stably. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 20 mm or more. At this time, multiple keycaps can be removed at a time, and the removal efficiency of the keycaps can be improved. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 20 mm or more. At this time, multiple keycaps can be removed at a time, and the removal efficiency of the keycaps can be improved. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 20 mm or more. At this time, multiple keycaps can be removed at a time, and the removal efficiency of the keycaps can be improved. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 20 mm or more. At this time, multiple keycaps can be removed at a time, and the removal efficiency of the keycaps can be improved. Specifically, the width of the clamp piece 1c is 20 mm or more. At this time, multiple keycaps can be removed at a time, and the removal efficiency of the keycaps can be improved.

[0023] Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 3, a gripping portion 2 is provided at the end of the clamp handle 1a that is separated from the hinge connecting portion 1b. During use, by gripping the two gripping portions 2 with one hand, the positions of the two clamp pieces 1c are aligned with the gaps on the opposite outer sides of the keycap to be removed. Then, the two clamp pieces 1c clamp the opposite outer sides of the keycap, firmly hold the two gripping portions 2, and then pull in the direction away from the keycap. Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 3, a gripping portion 2 is provided at the end of the clamp handle 1a that is separated from the hinge connecting portion 1b. During use, by gripping the two gripping portions 2 with one hand, the positions of the two clamp pieces 1c are aligned with the gaps on the opposite outer sides of the keycap to be removed. Then, the two clamp pieces 1c clamp the opposite outer sides of the keycap, firmly hold the two gripping portions 2, and then pull in the direction away from the keycap. Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 3, a gripping portion 2 is provided at the end of the clamp handle 1a that is separated from the hinge connecting portion 1b. During use, by gripping the two gripping portions 2 with one hand, the positions of the two clamp pieces 1c are aligned with the gaps on the opposite outer sides of the keycap to be removed. Then, the two clamp pieces 1c clamp the opposite outer sides of the keycap, firmly hold the two gripping portions 2, and then pull in the direction away from the keycap. Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 3, a gripping portion 2 is provided at the end of the clamp handle 1a that is separated from the hinge connecting portion 1b. During use, by gripping the two gripping portions 2 with one hand, the positions of the two clamp pieces 1c are aligned with the gaps on the opposite outer sides of the keycap to be removed. Then, the two clamp pieces 1c clamp the opposite outer sides of the keycap, firmly hold the two gripping portions 2, and then pull in the direction away from the keycap. Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 3, a gripping portion 2 is provided at the end of the clamp handle 1a that is separated from the hinge connecting portion 1b. During use, by gripping the two gripping portions 2 with one hand, the positions of the two clamp pieces 1c are aligned with the gaps on the opposite outer sides of the keycap to be removed. Then, the two clamp pieces 1c clamp the opposite outer sides of the keycap, firmly hold the two gripping portions 2, and then pull in the direction away from the keycap. The key cap can be removed.

[0024] Specifically, the upper part of the gripping part 2 has a curved shape (for example, an arc shape) or a linear structure or other structure that is comfortable for hand gripping (without protrusions and without hurting the hand), and when gripping, the human hand can closely adhere to the gripping part 2, and when gripping for a long time, the hand grip is comfortable.

[0025] Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 3, protrusion members 3 are provided on the sides of the gripping part 2 near the hinge connection parts 1b at both ends, and the edges thereof are smooth. The shape of the protrusion member 3 is an arc shape protruding at the end near the hinge connection part 1 b. In this way, the fingers of the human hand can be restricted between the two protrusion members 3, thereby restricting the position where the person grips, and thus, the operation of removing the key cap while maintaining the optimal gripping position can be performed, and it can be used for a long time, and it is more labor-saving and the hand does not get tired. Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 2, both of the two clamp pieces 1c include a connection part 1c1 connected to the hinge connection part 1b and a clamp part 1c2 connected to the connection part 1c1. The distance between the ends of the two clamp parts 1c2 away from the hinge connection part 1b is larger than the distance between the ends of the two clamp parts 1c2 near the hinge connection part 1b, presenting a scissor-like structure. The thickness of the connection part 1c1 is larger than the thickness of the clamp part 1c2. In this way, the strength of the clamp piece 1c can be enhanced, the clip is more durable, and when clamping, the clamp part 1c2 with a small thickness closely adheres to the outer side of the key cap facing it, and after removal, the state of clamping the key cap is maintained, and the key cap does not scatter, or

[0026] Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 2, both of the two clamp pieces 1c include a connection part 1c1 connected to the hinge connection part 1b and a clamp part 1c2 connected to the connection part 1c1. The distance between the ends of the two clamp parts 1c2 away from the hinge connection part 1b is larger than the distance between the ends of the two clamp parts 1c2 near the hinge connection part 1b, presenting a scissor-like structure. The thickness of the connection part 1c1 is larger than the thickness of the clamp part 1c2. In this way, the strength of the clamp piece 1c can be enhanced, the clip is more durable, and when clamping, the clamp part 1c2 with a small thickness closely adheres to the outer side of the key cap facing it, and after removal, the state of clamping the key cap is maintained, and the key cap does not scatter, or the distance between the ends of the two clamp parts 1c2 away from the hinge connection part 1b is larger than the distance between the ends of the two clamp parts 1c2 near the hinge connection part 1b, presenting a scissor-like structure. The thickness of the connection part 1c1 is larger than the thickness of the clamp part 1c2. In this way, the strength of the clamp piece 1c can be enhanced, the clip is more durable, and when clamping, the clamp part 1c2 with a small thickness closely adheres to the outer side of the key cap facing it, and after removal, the state of clamping the key cap is maintained, and the key cap does not scatter, or the clamp part 1c2 with a small thickness closely adheres to the outer side of the key cap facing it, and after removal, the state of clamping the key cap is maintained, and the key cap does not scatter, or the strength of the clamp piece 1c can be enhanced, the clip is more durable, and when clamping, the clamp part 1c2 with a small thickness closely adheres to the outer side of the key cap facing it, and after removal, the state of clamping the key cap is maintained, and the key cap does not scatter, or after removal, the state of clamping the key cap is maintained, and the key cap does not scatter, or , the thickness of the connecting portion 1c1 is equal to the thickness of the clamping portion 1c2. At this time, the connecting portion 1 c and the clamping portion 1c2 may be an integrated metal piece, which also has sufficient strength and realizes the function of removing the key cap, and is easy to produce.

[0027] Referring to FIG. 1 or FIG. 2, both of the two connecting portions 1c1 are provided with an expanded portion 1c1a connected to the hinge connecting portion 1b and a transition portion 1c1b connected to the expanded portion 1c1a. The distance between the ends of the two expanded portions 1c1a that are separated from the hinge connecting portion 1b is greater than the distance between the ends of the two expanded portions 1c1a that are close to the hinge connecting portion 1b. In this way, the distance between the bottom ends (i.e., the bottom ends of the expanded portions 1c1a) of the two clamping pieces 1c is greater, and the positions of the two clamping pieces 1c can be easily aligned with the gaps on both outer sides facing each other of a plurality of key caps, making it easy to operate.

[0028] Referring to FIG. 4, both of the two clamping handles 1a are provided with a straight handle 1a1 connected to the hinge connecting portion 1b and an expanded handle 1a2 connected to the straight handle 1a1. The distance between the ends of the two expanded handles 1a2 that are separated from the straight handle 1a1 is greater than the distance between the ends of the two expanded handles 1a2 that are close to the straight handle 1a1. In this way, in the natural state, the distance between the two gripping portions 2 is greater. When the key cap is removed, it goes without saying that when grasped by hand, the distance between the two gripping portions 2 can be reduced, and the distance between the two clamping pieces 1c can also be reduced, clamping the key cap and making it easier to remove the key cap.

[0029] ​​​​​​​​​​​​2 and 3, the hinge connection portion 1b of one of the clamp members 1 is provided facing each other. The first ring is connected to the hinge connection portion 1b of the other clamp member 1. The device includes a ring and a cylinder 4 connected to the side of the ring, the cylinder 4 being provided opposite The wire passes through two rings and rotates to connect to one of them. This provides a hinge connection at the center of the two clamp members 1.

[0030] Referring to FIG. 3, the connecting member 5 is a ring that is provided opposite to the connecting member 5. After passing through one of the cylinders 4, the cylinder 4 is fixedly connected to the cylinder 4. This provides a rotatable connection between the member 5 and the cylinder 4.

[0031] The connecting member 5 is a connecting screw that is connected to the fitting inner cylinder 5a and the inner wall of the fitting inner cylinder 5a by a screw. The clamp member 1 is made of plastic and has a screw 5b connected to the fitting inner cylinder 5a. The fitting inner cylinder 5b is made of metal, and the outer wall of the fitting inner cylinder 5a is formed with diagonal or straight stripes. The fitting inner cylinder 5a is heated at high temperature into the cylinder 4 having a smooth inner wall. The cylinder 4 is fused to the clamping member 1 to provide a seamless joint. While reducing the difficulty of processing, the metal connecting screw 5b and the plastic clamping member 1, a metal fitting inner cylinder 5a is connected to a metal connecting screw 5b. This makes it more durable.

[0032] 1 and 4, a support torsion spring 6 is fitted around the outer periphery of the cylinder 4. The two support ends of the torsion spring 6 are respectively located in the opposing inner portions of the two expansion portions 1c1a. It abuts against the side, and in the natural state, the support torsion spring 6 keeps the two expansion parts 1c1a away from each other and can keep them in a separated state, so that the two clamp parts 1c2 are kept away from each other When removing the key cap, the support torsion spring 6 can expand the two clamp parts 1c2, and thus the positions of the two clamp parts 1c2 can be inserted into the slits on both outer sides facing each other of the plurality of key caps for alignment, making the operation easy Then, grasp the two gripping parts 2 by hand to perform a gripping operation, apply inward pressure to both sides of the key cap, and then extract the key cap. After extraction, loosen the two gripping parts 2 , and the support torsion spring 6 supports and expands the two clamp parts 1c2, allowing the key cap to be easily lowered.

[0033] The above description is only for the preferred embodiments of the present invention and does not limit the scope of the present invention in any way . Any changes and modifications made by those skilled in the art based on the above disclosure also belong to the protection scope of the claims .

Description of Reference Numerals

[0034] 1. Clamp member 1a. Clamp handle 1a1. Straight handle 1a2. Expansion handle 1b. Hinge connection part 1c. Clamp piece 1c1. Connection part 1c1a. Expansion part 1c1b. Transition part 1c2. Clamp part 2. Gripping part 3. Protrusion member 4. Cylinder 5. Connection member 5a. Fitting inner cylinder 5b. Connecting screw 6. Support torsion spring 7. Protrusion

Claims

1. A keycap removal clip consisting of two clamps connected by a hinge at the center. The clamp member includes a clamp handle, a hinge connection, and a clamp piece. and both ends of the hinge connection portion are connected to the clamp handle and the clamp piece, respectively. and the hinge connection portions of the two clamp members are connected by a hinge. Clip for removing keycaps.

2. The two clamp pieces have protrusions on the inner sides of the ends facing away from the hinge connection portion. The key cap removing clip according to claim 1, further comprising:

3. 3. The key as claimed in claim 2, wherein the clamp piece has a width of 2 mm or more. Clip for removing cap.

4. 3. The key according to claim 2, wherein the clamp piece has a width of 20 mm or more. Clip for removing cap.

5. The clamp handle has a grip portion at an end thereof remote from the hinge connection portion.

3. The key cap removal clip according to claim 2.

6. A protruding member is provided on each end of the gripping portion on the side close to the hinge connection portion, and the protruding member 6. The method according to claim 5, wherein the shape of the hinge member is a protruding arc shape at an end close to the hinge connection portion. Includes a clip for removing keycaps.

7. The two clamp pieces each have a connection portion connected to a hinge connection portion and a and a clamp portion connected to the hinge connection portion of the two clamp portions. The distance between the ends of the two clamping parts is greater than the distance between the ends of the two clamping parts closer to the hinge connection part, and the connection 3. The key as claimed in claim 2, wherein the thickness of the connecting portion is equal to or greater than the thickness of the clamping portion. Clip for removing cap.

8. The two connection parts are each an expansion part connected to the hinge connection part and an expansion part connected to the expansion part. the distance between the ends of the two flared sections that are remote from the hinge connection, including a transition section connected to the flared section is greater than the distance between the ends of the two expansion parts closer to the hinge connection part. The key cap removal clip according to claim 7.

9. The hinge connection portion of one of the clamp members is made up of two rings arranged opposite each other. The hinged portion of the other clamp member is connected to one ring and the side of the ring. The cylinder includes a ring that passes through two opposing rings to one of the rings.

9. The method according to claim 1, wherein the first ring is connected to the second ring. Includes a clip for removing keycaps.

10. A support torsion spring is fitted on the outer periphery of the cylinder, and two supports of the support torsion spring are The support ends are abutted against the opposing inner sides of the two expanding portions, respectively. The key cap removal clip according to claim 9.

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