JPH0614341Y2 - Support frame for pushbutton switches - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION (Industrial field of application) The present invention relates to a push button switch support frame for supporting a push button switch used in a matrix switch used for electrical equipment and electrical wiring.

(Prior Art) Conventionally, the support frame that supports the push button switch used for the matrix switch has a box shape matching the outer shape of the push button switch, and therefore the push button switch has an inner diameter of the support portion of the support frame. It is necessary to form the push button switch with engaging bullets that have been manufactured and sold in large numbers from the past and cannot be used as it is.Therefore, remove the engaging bullets of the push button switch to the support frame. It was fitted.

Also, in the case of the support frame of the push button switch, when the push button switch is once fitted to the support frame and attached to a panel or the like,
When the elastic piece at the end provided on the support frame projects inward to prevent the pushbutton switch from coming out, one of the provided pushbutton switches fails, and when replacing it,
Since it is not possible to remove only one broken pushbutton switch, remove the entire support frame from the panel or other mounting location, replace the defective pushbutton switch with a new pushbutton switch, and then install the support frame at the mounting location. However, there are drawbacks such as inconvenience in replacement work, since it takes time and labor.

(Problems to be Solved by the Invention) In the present invention, a conventional pushbutton switch having an elastic locking piece can be used as it is, and even if the pushbutton switch fails, only the defective pushbutton switch is replaced. It is possible to engage the elastic locking piece of the push button switch through the recess into the strong L-shaped projection made of metal or hard plastics without damaging the plastic partition plate. However, it is a support frame for a push button switch, which is intended to obtain a support frame for a push button switch that can reliably support a push button switch without damaging a partition plate that is easily worn or damaged.

(Means for Solving the Problem) In the present invention, rectangular support plates 1 and 2 having the same shape are provided to face each other at an interval such that a push button switch 15 can be fitted thereto, and holding plates 3 are provided at both ends of the support plates 1 and 2. 4 is provided to form a box shape,
Partition plate 9 provided at intervals so that push button switches 15 can be inserted
An appropriate number of L-shaped projections 5, 6, 7, 8 for locking the above are vertically projected inside the support plates 1, 2, and are also projected in the longitudinal direction at intervals where the push button switch 15 can be inserted. , The recesses 10, 11, 12, 13 formed on the upper and lower sides of the partition plate 9 are engaged with the L-shaped projections 5, 6, 7, 8 and the partition plates 9 locked to the support plates 1, 2 An insertion chamber 14 for the push button switch 15 is provided,
The upper recesses 10 and 11 of the partition plate 9 are formed in such a size that the L-shaped projections 5 and 6 and the elastic locking piece 16 of the push button switch 15 can be locked.

An elastic engagement piece is attached to the holding plate 3 provided at the end of the support plates 1 and 2.
17 is provided, the support frame is inserted into the push button switch mounting location, and the elastic engagement piece 17 is engaged with the push button switch mounting location to mount the support frame.

Further, although one push button switch support frame is shown in FIG. 1, a large number of push button switches can be collectively provided by connecting the support frames to the front and rear.

(Operation) In the present invention, the holding plates 3 and 4 are provided at both ends of the support plates 1 and 2 facing each other at an interval that allows the push button switch 15 to be fitted into a box shape, and the interval at which the push button switch 15 can be inserted. A suitable number of L-shaped projections 5, 6 for locking the partition plate 9
7, 8 projecting vertically inside the support plates 1, 2, and
Recesses 10, 11, 12, 13 formed on the upper and lower sides of the partition plate 9 protruding in the longitudinal direction at intervals allowing the push button switches 15 to be inserted.
The partitioning chamber 9 engaged with the L-shaped projections 5, 6, 7, and 8 and provided with the partition plates 9 locked to the support plates 1 and 2 provides the insertion chambers 14 for the several push button switches 15, so that the respective insertion chambers 14 are pushed. By inserting the button switch 15, several push button switches 15 can be fitted in an orderly manner, and the insertion chamber 14 has a size corresponding to the outer shape of the push button switch 15, so that the push button switch 15 rattles. It can be inserted so that it does not exist, and the recesses 10, 11, 12, and 13 formed on the upper and lower sides of the partition plate 9 can be inserted into the support plates 1 and 2.
Since the partition plates 9 are provided on the support plates 1 and 2 by being locked to the L-shaped projections 5, 6, 7, and 8 which are vertically protruded inside the partition plate 9,
Is locked to the L-shaped projections 5, 6, 7, and 8, and the support plates 1, 2
Can be securely fixed to the upper part of the partition plate 9,
Since 11 is formed to have a size capable of locking the L-shaped projections 5 and 6 and the elastic locking piece 16 of the push button switch 15, the elastic locking piece 16 is provided between the L-shaped projections 5 and 6 and the recesses 10 and 11. The push button switch 15 can be securely fitted so as not to slip out, and the elasticity of the elastic locking piece 16 pushes the L-shaped projections 5 and 6 and the recesses 10 and 11 which are engaged. Since they are engaged, the partition plate 9, the support plates 1 and 2, and the push button switch 15 can be securely fixed so as not to rattle.

Further, according to the present invention, since the supporting plates 1 and 2 having the same shape as the front and rear are formed in a rectangular shape with a strong material such as metal or hard plastics, the supporting plates 1 and 2 can be pressed or molded in a large amount. It can be manufactured at low cost. In addition, holding plates 3 and 4 are fixed to both ends of the support plates 1 and 2 to form a box shape, and L-shaped protrusions 5 and 6 are provided at intervals where the push button switch 15 is fitted between the support plates 1 and 2. 7 and 8 are provided, and the recesses 10, 11 and 1 for locking the partition plate 9 are provided in the L-shaped projections 5, 6, 7 and 8.
Since the insertion chamber 14 for the push button switch 15 is provided by the partition plate 9 by locking the two and 13 respectively, when the push button switch 15 is inserted into the insertion chamber 14 of the push button switch 15, the push button switch 15 is The bent portion of the elastic locking piece 16 provided enters the recesses 10 and 11, and the upper side surface of the bent portion is engaged with the lower side of the L-shaped projections 5 and 6 having high strength, and the push button switch 15
Is firmly fixed to the insertion chamber 14, and when the push button switch 15 is pulled out from the insertion chamber 14, the elastic locking piece 16 has elasticity, so if you push it out with a little force, it will be replaced with another push button switch 15. Therefore, even if a failure occurs in the push button switch 15, not only the defective push button switch 15 can be easily replaced with a new push button switch 15, but also the push button switch 15 is provided. L, in which the metal elastic locking piece 16 is locked
Since the L-shaped projections 5 and 6 are made of metal or hard plastic and have high strength, the L-shaped projections 5 and 6 are not broken or worn even if the pushbutton switch 15 is replaced, and the durability is high. It can be used for a long time.

(Embodiment) The present invention will be described with reference to an embodiment based on the drawings.

The support plates 1 and 2 are made of rectangular metal plates made of an appropriate material such as stainless steel formed in the same shape in the front and rear, and the upper and lower ends of the support plates 1 and 2 are cut into L-shapes at equal intervals in the vertical direction. The protrusions 5, 6, 7, 8 are formed.

The support plates 1 and 2 are made parallel to each other, and the holding plates 3 and 4 are provided at both ends thereof.
And a partition plate 9 for forming an insertion chamber 14 into which the push button switch 15 is inserted inside the support plates 1 and 2.

The holding plates 3 and 4 and the partition plate 9 are made of, for example, nylon or a soft synthetic resin, and the fitting structure with the support plates 1 and 2 is the sixth.
As shown in the figure, L-shaped protrusions 5 and 6 provided above the support plates 1 and 2 are inserted into the recesses 10 and 11 formed in the holding plates 3 and 4 and the partition plate 9, respectively. Next, the protrusions 7 and 8 having an L-shape below are pressed into the recesses 12 and 13 formed in the holding plates 3 and 4 and the partition plate 9. At this time, since the holding plates 3 and 4 and the partition plate 9 are made of a slightly soft synthetic resin, it is possible to insert the metal plate while slightly bending as shown by the dotted line in FIG.

The small projections 19 and 20 near the outlets of the recesses 12 and 13 have a function of preventing the L-shaped projections 7 and 8 of the support plates 1 and 2 from coming off after being inserted.

When the L-shaped protrusions 5 and 6 are attached to the recesses 10 and 11,
Below the horizontal lower surfaces of the protrusions 5 and 6 having an L shape, spaces inside the recesses 10 and 11 are formed as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7.

Next, as shown in Fig. 7, pushbutton switch 15 is inserted from above into the insertion chamber.
When it is inserted into 14, the elastic locking piece 16 provided in the push button switch 15 is partially inserted into the space inside the recesses 10 and 11, and is also locked to the lower surface of the L-shaped projections 5 and 6. Is
The mounting of the push button switch 15 can be completed. At this time, the push button switch 15 is inserted and fixed in the same locked state as when it is normally attached to a panel or the like, and can be easily removed.

In the figure, 17 is an elastic engagement piece formed on the holding plates 3 and 4 used when mounting the support frame of the push button switch on a panel or the like, and 18 is a window hole provided in the support plates 1 and 2.

In the above embodiment, the lengths of the support plates 1 and 2 are set to correspond to the desired number of pushbutton switches to be inserted.

The size of the recess is not limited as long as the protrusion can be inserted into the L shape.

(Effect of the Invention) The present invention has a small number of manufacturing steps because the supporting plate, the holding plate, and the partition plate have the same shape as described above, and since the number of parts is small, not only can it be mass-produced at low cost, Assembling work is simple, the push button switch can be easily replaced, and even if the partition plate is made of plastic and easily damaged or worn, the push button switch's locking part is made of metal or hard plastic with high strength. Some L
Since it is a character-shaped projection, it is tough and durable, and has effects such as long-term use.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a support plate, FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a holding plate, FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a partition plate, and FIG. FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the button switch, FIG. 6 is an explanatory view in which the L-shaped projection is attached to the partition plate, and FIG. 7 is an explanatory view of a partial cutout in which the push button switch is attached to the support frame. 1, 2 ... Support plate, 3, 4 ... Holding plate, 5, 6, 7, 8
...... L-shaped projections, 9 ...... partition plates, 10, 11, 12, 13 …… Locking recesses, 14 …… Insertion chambers, 15 …… Pushbutton switches,
16 ... Elastic locking piece, 17 ... Elastic engaging piece, 18 ... Window hole, 1
9,20 …… Small protrusion.

Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A rectangular support plate of the same shape is provided so as to face each other at an interval at which a push button switch can be fitted, holding plates are provided at both ends of the support plate to form a box shape, and an interval at which a push button switch can be inserted. The appropriate number of L-shaped projections that lock the partition plate provided in 1. project vertically on the inside of the support plate, and project in the longitudinal direction at intervals allowing the pushbutton switch to be inserted, and on both sides of the partition plate vertically. The formed recess is engaged with the L-shaped projection, and the partition plate locked to the support plate provides an insertion chamber for several pushbutton switches. The upper recess of the partition plate is the L-shaped projection and the elasticity of the pushbutton switch. A support frame for a push button switch, characterized in that the locking piece is formed in a size capable of locking.