EP1122627A2 - Switching and operating mechanism - Google Patents

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EP1122627A2
EP1122627A2 EP01102142A EP01102142A EP1122627A2 EP 1122627 A2 EP1122627 A2 EP 1122627A2 EP 01102142 A EP01102142 A EP 01102142A EP 01102142 A EP01102142 A EP 01102142A EP 1122627 A2 EP1122627 A2 EP 1122627A2
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Lars Kukei
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01H—ELECTRIC SWITCHES; RELAYS; SELECTORS; EMERGENCY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
    • H01H23/00—Tumbler or rocker switches, i.e. switches characterised by being operated by rocking an operating member in the form of a rocker button
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    • H01H23/12—Movable parts; Contacts mounted thereon
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    • G05—CONTROLLING; REGULATING
    • G05G—CONTROL DEVICES OR SYSTEMS INSOFAR AS CHARACTERISED BY MECHANICAL FEATURES ONLY
    • G05G9/00—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously
    • G05G9/02—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only
    • G05G9/04—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only in which movement in two or more ways can occur simultaneously
    • G05G9/047—Manually-actuated control mechanisms provided with one single controlling member co-operating with two or more controlled members, e.g. selectively, simultaneously the controlling member being movable in different independent ways, movement in each individual way actuating one controlled member only in which movement in two or more ways can occur simultaneously the controlling member being movable by hand about orthogonal axes, e.g. joysticks

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  • the invention relates to a switch actuation mechanism with a Rocker arm, which is guided in a base pivotable on all sides Bearing part and a shaft attached to this.
  • a switch actuation mechanism that for switches such as mirror adjustment switches in vehicles or switches for game consoles and the like can be used, the rocker arm is off can be swiveled in all directions and through a central rest position Spring force applied to the rest position.
  • the switch actuation mechanism must corresponding degrees of mobility have coupled with variable restoring forces and locking positions could be. Complex movement patterns are also appropriate numerous, coordinated components can be realized.
  • the invention provides a switch actuation mechanism a complex movement pattern with the least effort on components for the rocker arm.
  • the Switch actuation mechanism equipped with a spring washer, which is axially supported on the bearing part of the rocker arm and with its outer circumference on an inner side surrounding the bearing part Contact surface of the base is present.
  • This spring washer alone is in able the restoring forces to return the rocker arm into its deliver the central rest position from any actuation position.
  • the spring washer is curved and with its concave side facing the contact surface of the base. This configuration of the spring washer has the actuating and restoring force a degressive characteristic.
  • the spring washer can the restoring force Have the rocker arm turn back to its rest position.
  • the rocker arm with the spring washer is rotationally fixed coupled.
  • the spring washer and the contact surface on the inside of the base have interacting shapes, in particular sliding ramp surfaces so that the Spring force generate a force component acting in the circumferential direction can.
  • the switch actuation mechanism is in a base or housing arranged, of which only one wall part 10 is shown in FIG is.
  • this wall part 10 is a spherical cap-shaped bearing holder 12 formed.
  • this bearing seat 12 is a corresponding spherical cap-shaped bearing part 14 of a rocker arm added, 1 of which, in addition to the bearing part 14, is connected to the latter Shaft 16 is shown.
  • the bearing part 14 has on the spherical cap-shaped Area then a cylindrical area 18 and at its end facing away from the shaft 16 a radially projecting, circular flange 20.
  • the central opening 22 of the Flange 20 is continued into the interior of the bearing part 14 and forms there a concavely rounded support surface 24.
  • One on the base of the actuating mechanism supported bearing pin 26 extends through the opening 22 and with its spherically rounded free end in contact to the concavely rounded support surface 24.
  • a circular, plate-like curved spring washer 28 placed on the Ring flange 20 axially supported.
  • the concave side of the plate spring 28 is facing the inner surface of the wall part 10.
  • the spring washer 28 has a central hole 30, the shape of which is the outer circumference of the cylindrical Part 18 of the bearing part 14 corresponds.
  • the spring washer 28 lies with its outer circumference 34 on an inside, annular contact surface 36 of the wall part 10.
  • This annular contact surface 36 is in the embodiment shown in the wall part 10 sunk.
  • the spring washer 28 has a number of pronounced on its outer circumference 34 Cam 38, namely four arranged at angular intervals of 90 ° Contact cams.
  • the number and arrangement of the contact cams 38 will determined by the functionality of the switch to be operated.
  • This Cams 38 are shapes that correspond to corresponding shapes the contact surface 36 for the definition of locking positions work together. These locking positions come when the rocker arm rotates 16 about its longitudinal axis.
  • the rocker arm formed by the bearing part 14 and shaft 16 is outgoing pivotable in all directions from the rest position shown in FIG and at the same time rotatable about its axis.
  • the spring washer 28 sets one for the rocker arm in each of its deflection positions Restoring force ready, which in the rest position shown in Figure 1 can lead back. Due to the curved shape of the spring washer 28 the actuating and restoring forces have a degressive characteristic.
  • the spring washer 28 can also be used to reverse the rocker arm Provide restoring forces required in its rest position.
  • To the cams 38 run over ramp-shaped surface areas of the contact surface 36. By the axial pressure on these ramp-shaped surface areas force components oriented in the circumferential direction are generated.
  • the switch actuation mechanism described fulfills with only a few Components all requirements for complex switch functions and switch positions.
  • the simple structure of the actuation mechanism enables rational production in large quantities.
  • the Switching feel of the actuation mechanism can by the nature the spring washer 28 can be largely determined.
  • the main parameters are the choice of material, material thickness, radius of curvature as well as the disc and hole diameter.
  • the curvature of the spring washer 28 with the convex side in contact with the base is supported the peripheral edge of the flange 20 on a spring washer 29, which on Bottom of the base rests and surrounds the bearing pin 26.

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Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus mit einem Kipphebel, der ein in einem Sockel allseitig verschwenkbar geführtes Lagerteil (14) und einen an diesem befestigten Schaft (16) aufweist sowie aus einer zentralen Ruhelage in alle Richtungen verschwenkbar und durch Federkraft in die Ruhelage beaufschlagt ist. Die Federkraft wird durch eine Federscheibe (28) bereitgestellt, die axial an dem Lagerteil (14) abgestützt ist und mit ihrem Außenumfang (34) an einer das Lagerteil (14) umgebenden innenseitigen Kontaktfläche (36) des Sockels liegt. <IMAGE>Switch-actuating mechanism with a rocker arm, which has a bearing part (14) which can be pivoted on all sides in a base and a shaft (16) fastened thereon, and which can be pivoted in all directions from a central rest position and is loaded by spring force into the rest position. The spring force is provided by a spring washer (28) which is axially supported on the bearing part (14) and with its outer circumference (34) lies on an inside contact surface (36) of the base surrounding the bearing part (14). <IMAGE>

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Die Erfindung betrifft einen Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus mit einem Kipphebel, der ein in einem Sockel allseitig verschwenkbar geführtes Lagerteil und einen an diesem befestigten Schaft aufweist. Bei einem solchen Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus, der für Schalter wie Spiegelverstellschalter in Fahrzeugen oder Schalter für Spielkonsolen und dergleichen verwendet werden kann, ist der Kipphebel aus einer zentralen Ruhelage in alle Richtungen verschwenkbar und durch Federkraft in die Ruhelage beaufschlagt.The invention relates to a switch actuation mechanism with a Rocker arm, which is guided in a base pivotable on all sides Bearing part and a shaft attached to this. With such a switch actuation mechanism that for switches such as mirror adjustment switches in vehicles or switches for game consoles and the like can be used, the rocker arm is off can be swiveled in all directions and through a central rest position Spring force applied to the rest position.

Je nach der von dem Schalter verlangten Funktionalität muß der Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus entsprechende Beweglichkeitsfreiheitsgrade aufweisen, die mit variablen Rückstellkräften und Rastpositionen gekoppelt sein können. Komplexe Bewegungsmuster sind mit entsprechend zahlreichen, aufeinander abgestimmten Bauteilen realisierbar.Depending on the functionality required by the switch, the switch actuation mechanism must corresponding degrees of mobility have coupled with variable restoring forces and locking positions could be. Complex movement patterns are also appropriate numerous, coordinated components can be realized.

Durch die Erfindung wird ein Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus geschaffen, der mit geringstem Aufwand an Bauteilen ein komplexes Bewegungsmuster für den Kipphebel ermöglicht. Gemäß der Erfindung ist der Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus mit einer Federscheibe ausgestattet, die axial an dem Lagerteil des Kipphebels abgestützt ist und mit ihrem Außenumfang an einer das Lagerteil umgebenden innenseitigen Kontaktfläche des Sockels anliegt. Diese Federscheibe allein ist in der Lage, die Rückstellkräfte zur Rückbewegung des Kipphebels in seine zentrale Ruhelage aus jeder Betätigungsstellung heraus zu liefern. Bei der bevorzugten Ausführungsform ist die Federscheibe gewölbt und mit ihrer konkaven Seite der Kontaktfläche des Sockels zugewandt. Durch diese Ausbildung der Federscheibe hat die von ihr bewirkte Betätigungs- und Rückstellkraft eine degressive Charakteristik.The invention provides a switch actuation mechanism a complex movement pattern with the least effort on components for the rocker arm. According to the invention, the Switch actuation mechanism equipped with a spring washer, which is axially supported on the bearing part of the rocker arm and with its outer circumference on an inner side surrounding the bearing part Contact surface of the base is present. This spring washer alone is in able the restoring forces to return the rocker arm into its deliver the central rest position from any actuation position. In the preferred embodiment, the spring washer is curved and with its concave side facing the contact surface of the base. This configuration of the spring washer has the actuating and restoring force a degressive characteristic.

Auch bei einer Ausführungsform mit einem Kipphebel, der um seine Längsachse drehbar ist, kann die Federscheibe die Rückstellkraft zur Rückdrehung des Kipphebels in seine Ruhelage bereitstellen. Bei einer solchen Ausführungsform ist der Kipphebel mit der Federscheibe drehfest gekoppelt. Die Federscheibe und die Kontaktfläche an der Innenseite des Sockels haben miteinander zusammenwirkende Formgestaltungen, insbesondere aufeinander gleitende Rampenflächen, so daß die Federkraft eine in Umfangsrichtung wirkende Kraftkomponente erzeugen kann. Für die Bereitstellung von Rastpositionen haben die Federscheibe und die Kontaktfläche zusätzlich oder alternativ miteinander zusammenwirkende Formgestaltungen, die mehrere Raststellungen des Kipphebels definieren.Even in an embodiment with a rocker arm that around its Longitudinal axis is rotatable, the spring washer can the restoring force Have the rocker arm turn back to its rest position. At a In such an embodiment, the rocker arm with the spring washer is rotationally fixed coupled. The spring washer and the contact surface on the inside of the base have interacting shapes, in particular sliding ramp surfaces so that the Spring force generate a force component acting in the circumferential direction can. Have the spring washer for the provision of locking positions and the contact surface additionally or alternatively interacting with one another Shaped designs that have several locking positions of the rocker arm define.

Weitere Merkmale und Vorteile der Erfindung ergeben sich aus der folgenden Beschreibung und aus den beigefügten Zeichnungen, auf die Bezug genommen wird. In den Zeichnungen zeigen:

  • Figur 1 einen schematischen Teilschnitt eines Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus;
  • Figur 2 eine schematische Perspektivansicht einer Federscheibe des Betätigungsmechanismus;
  • Figur 3 eine schematische Schnittansicht der Federscheibe;
  • Figur 4 eine Draufsicht der Federscheibe;
  • Figur 5 und 6 zwei Ausführungsvarianten.
    • Further features and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the following description and from the accompanying drawings, to which reference is made. The drawings show:
  • Figure 1 is a schematic partial section of a switch actuating mechanism;
  • Figure 2 is a schematic perspective view of a spring washer of the actuating mechanism;
  • Figure 3 is a schematic sectional view of the spring washer;
  • Figure 4 is a plan view of the spring washer;
  • Figures 5 and 6 two variants.

    • Der Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus ist in einem Sockel oder Gehäuse angeordnet, von dem in Figur 1 nur ein Wandungsteil 10 dargestellt ist. In diesem Wandungsteil 10 ist eine kugelkappenförmige Lageraufnahme 12 gebildet. In dieser Lageraufnahme 12 ist ein entsprechend kugelkappenförmig ausgebildetes Lagerteil 14 eines Kipphebels aufgenommen, von dem in Figur 1 außer dem Lagerteil 14 ein mit diesem verbundener Schaft 16 gezeigt ist. Das Lagerteil 14 hat an den kugelkappenförmigen Bereich anschließend einen zylindrischen Bereich 18 und an seinem von dem Schaft 16 abgewandten Ende einen radial abstehenden, kreisscheibenförmigen Flansch 20. Die mittlere Öffnung 22 des Flansches 20 ist in das Innere des Lagerteils 14 fortgesetzt und bildet dort eine konkav gerundete Stützfläche 24. Ein am Sockel des Betätigungsmechanismus abgestützter Lagerstift 26 erstreckt sich durch die Öffnung 22 und mit seinem ballig gerundeten freien Ende in Anlage an die konkav gerundete Stützfläche 24.The switch actuation mechanism is in a base or housing arranged, of which only one wall part 10 is shown in FIG is. In this wall part 10 is a spherical cap-shaped bearing holder 12 formed. In this bearing seat 12 is a corresponding spherical cap-shaped bearing part 14 of a rocker arm added, 1 of which, in addition to the bearing part 14, is connected to the latter Shaft 16 is shown. The bearing part 14 has on the spherical cap-shaped Area then a cylindrical area 18 and at its end facing away from the shaft 16 a radially projecting, circular flange 20. The central opening 22 of the Flange 20 is continued into the interior of the bearing part 14 and forms there a concavely rounded support surface 24. One on the base of the actuating mechanism supported bearing pin 26 extends through the opening 22 and with its spherically rounded free end in contact to the concavely rounded support surface 24.

    Auf den zylindrischen Teil 18 des Lagerteils 12 ist eine kreisrunde, tellerartig gewölbte Federscheibe 28 aufgesetzt, die sich an dem Ringflansch 20 axial abstützt. Die konkave Seite der Tellerfeder 28 ist der Innenfläche des Wandungsteils 10 zugekehrt. Die Federscheibe 28 hat ein mittiges Loch 30, dessen Form dem Außenumfang des zylindrischen Teils 18 des Lagerteils 14 entspricht. Durch zwei einander diametral gegenüberliegende Kerben 32 in der Öffnung 30 und darin eingreifende Rippen am Lagerteil 14 ist dieses mit der Federscheibe 28 drehfest gekoppelt.On the cylindrical part 18 of the bearing part 12 is a circular, plate-like curved spring washer 28 placed on the Ring flange 20 axially supported. The concave side of the plate spring 28 is facing the inner surface of the wall part 10. The spring washer 28 has a central hole 30, the shape of which is the outer circumference of the cylindrical Part 18 of the bearing part 14 corresponds. By two each other diametrically opposite notches 32 in the opening 30 and therein engaging ribs on the bearing part 14 is this with the spring washer 28 non-rotatably coupled.

    Die Federscheibe 28 liegt mit ihrem Außenumfang 34 an einer innenseitigen, ringförmigen Kontaktfläche 36 des Wandungsteils 10 an. Diese ringförmige Kontaktfläche 36 ist bei der gezeigten Ausführungsform in den Wandungsteil 10 eingesenkt. Wie aus Figur 2 ersichtlich ist, hat die Federscheibe 28 an ihrem Außenumfang 34 eine Anzahl von ausgeprägten Nocken 38, nämlich vier in Winkelabständen von 90° angeordnete Kontaktnocken. Die Anzahl und Anordnung der Kontaktnocken 38 wird durch die Funktionalität des zu betätigenden Schalters bestimmt. Diese Nocken 38 sind Formgestaltungen, die mit entsprechenden Formgestaltungen der Kontaktfläche 36 zur Definition von Raststellungen zusammenwirken. Diese Raststellungen kommen bei der Drehung des Kipphebels 16 um seine Längsachse zustande. The spring washer 28 lies with its outer circumference 34 on an inside, annular contact surface 36 of the wall part 10. This annular contact surface 36 is in the embodiment shown in the wall part 10 sunk. As can be seen from Figure 2 has the spring washer 28 has a number of pronounced on its outer circumference 34 Cam 38, namely four arranged at angular intervals of 90 ° Contact cams. The number and arrangement of the contact cams 38 will determined by the functionality of the switch to be operated. This Cams 38 are shapes that correspond to corresponding shapes the contact surface 36 for the definition of locking positions work together. These locking positions come when the rocker arm rotates 16 about its longitudinal axis.

    Der durch Lagerteil 14 und Schaft 16 gebildete Kipphebel ist ausgehend von der in Figur 1 gezeigten Ruhelage in alle Richtungen verschwenkbar und zugleich um seine Achse verdrehbar. Die Federscheibe 28 stellt für den Kipphebel in jeder seiner Auslenkpositionen eine Rückstellkraft bereit, die ihn in die in Figur 1 gezeigte Ruhelage zurückführen kann. Durch die gewölbte Form der Federscheibe 28 haben die Betätigungs- und Rückstellkräfte eine degressive Charakteristik. Die Federscheibe 28 kann auch die für eine Rückdrehung des Kipphebels in seine Ruhelage erforderlichen Rückstellkräfte bereitstellen. Dazu laufen die Nocken 38 über rampenförmige Flächenbereiche der Kontaktfläche 36. Durch den axialen Druck auf diese rampenförmigen Flächenbereiche werden in Umfangsrichtung orientierte Kraftkomponenten erzeugt.The rocker arm formed by the bearing part 14 and shaft 16 is outgoing pivotable in all directions from the rest position shown in FIG and at the same time rotatable about its axis. The spring washer 28 sets one for the rocker arm in each of its deflection positions Restoring force ready, which in the rest position shown in Figure 1 can lead back. Due to the curved shape of the spring washer 28 the actuating and restoring forces have a degressive characteristic. The spring washer 28 can also be used to reverse the rocker arm Provide restoring forces required in its rest position. To the cams 38 run over ramp-shaped surface areas of the contact surface 36. By the axial pressure on these ramp-shaped surface areas force components oriented in the circumferential direction are generated.

    Der beschriebene Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus erfüllt mit nur wenigen Bauteilen alle Anforderungen für komplexe Schalterfunktionen und Schalterstellungen. Der einfache Aufbau des Betätigungsmechanismus ermöglicht eine rationelle Fertigung in großen Stückzahlen. Das Schaltgefühl des Betätigungsmechanismus kann durch die Beschaffenheit der Federscheibe 28 weitgehend bestimmt werden. Die wesentlichen Parameter sind die Wahl des Materials, der Materialdicke, des Wölbungsradius sowie der Scheiben- und der Lochdurchmesser.The switch actuation mechanism described fulfills with only a few Components all requirements for complex switch functions and switch positions. The simple structure of the actuation mechanism enables rational production in large quantities. The Switching feel of the actuation mechanism can by the nature the spring washer 28 can be largely determined. The main parameters are the choice of material, material thickness, radius of curvature as well as the disc and hole diameter.

    Bei der Ausführungsvariante nach Figur 5 ist die Wölbung der Federscheibe 28 mit der konvexen Seite in Anlage an dem Sockel. Alternativ oder zusätzlich, wie in Figur 5 gestrichelt dargestellt, stützt sich der Umfangsrand des Flansches 20 an einer Federscheibe 29 ab, die am Boden des Sockels aufliegt und den Lagerstift 26 umgibt.In the embodiment variant according to FIG. 5, the curvature of the spring washer 28 with the convex side in contact with the base. Alternatively or additionally, as shown in dashed lines in FIG. 5, is supported the peripheral edge of the flange 20 on a spring washer 29, which on Bottom of the base rests and surrounds the bearing pin 26.

    Eine von der Kreisform abweichende Ausführung der Federscheibe 28a zeigt die Figur 6. Zur Verdrehsicherung sind statt der Kerben 32 bei Figur 4 zwei Nocken 33 an der Öffnung 30 gebildet. Ferner hat die Federscheibe 28a vier um 90° versetzte Kontakt- und Stützfahnen 39.An embodiment of the spring washer 28a that deviates from the circular shape shows the figure 6. To prevent rotation are 32 notches instead of Figure 4 two cams 33 formed at the opening 30. Furthermore, the Spring washer 28a four contact and support lugs 39 offset by 90 °.

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    Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus mit einem Kipphebel, der ein in einem Sockel allseitig verschwenkbar geführtes Lagerteil (14) und einen an diesem befestigten Schaft (16) aufweist sowie aus einer zentralen Ruhelage in alle Richtungen verschwenkbar und durch Federkraft in die Ruhelage beaufschlagt ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Federkraft durch eine Federscheibe (28) bereitgestellt wird, die axial an dem Lagerteil (14) abgestützt ist und mit ihrem Außenumfang (34) an einer das Lagerteil (14) umgebenden innenseitigen Kontaktfläche (36) des Sockels anliegt.Switch actuation mechanism with a rocker arm that is one in a base pivotally guided bearing part (14) and has a shaft (16) attached to it and from a central one Rest position can be pivoted in all directions and by spring force is applied to the rest position, characterized in that the Spring force is provided by a spring washer (28) which is axial is supported on the bearing part (14) and with its outer circumference (34) on an inside contact surface surrounding the bearing part (14) (36) of the base. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Federscheibe (28) gewölbt, mit ihrer konkaven Seite der Kontaktfläche des Sockels zugewandt und an ihrem Außenumfang auf der Kontaktfläche des Sockels abgestützt ist.Switch actuating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that the spring washer (28) curved, with its concave side facing the contact surface of the base and on its outer circumference the contact surface of the base is supported. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Federscheibe gewölbt, mit ihrer konvexen Seite der Kontaktfläche (36) des Sockels zugewandt und mit ihrem Außenumfang (34) auf dem Kipphebel abgestützt ist.Switch actuating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that the spring washer is curved, with its convex side of the Contact surface (36) facing the base and with its outer circumference (34) is supported on the rocker arm. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß der Kipphebel um seine Längsachse drehbar und mit der Federscheibe (28) drehfest gekoppelt ist.Switch actuating mechanism according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the rocker arm is rotatable about its longitudinal axis and is non-rotatably coupled to the spring washer (28). Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach Anspruch 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Federscheibe (28) und die Kontaktfläche (36) miteinander zusammenwirkende Formgestaltungen aufweisen, die mehrere Raststellungen des Kipphebels definieren.Switch actuating mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that the spring washer (28) and the contact surface (36) with each other have interacting shapes that have several locking positions of the rocker arm. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach Anspruch 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Federscheibe (28) und die Kontaktfläche (36) aufeinander gleitende Rampenflächen aufweisen, die im Zusammenwirken mit der Federkraft der Federscheibe (28) eine Rückdrehung des Kipphebels in die Ruhelage bewirken.Switch actuating mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that the spring washer (28) and the contact surface (36) on each other have sliding ramp surfaces that interact with the spring force of the spring washer (28) a return rotation of the rocker arm effect in the rest position. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 6, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß das Lagerteil (14) eine kugelsegmentförmige Lagerfläche und auf seiner von der Lagerfläche abgewandten Seite eine konkave Stützfläche (24) aufweist, in die ein Lagerstift (26) mit einem ballig gerundeten Ende eingreift.Switch actuating mechanism according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the bearing part (14) has a spherical segment shape Storage area and on its side facing away from the storage area has a concave support surface (24) into which a bearing pin (26) engages with a rounded end. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß am Umfang des Lagerteils (14) ein radial abstehender Flansch (20) angeordnet ist, an dem sich die Federscheibe (28) abstützt.Switch actuating mechanism according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that on the circumference of the bearing part (14) a radial protruding flange (20) is arranged on which the spring washer (28) supports. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Federscheibe (28) kreisrund mit einer mittigen Öffnung (22) zum Aufsetzen auf das Lagerteil (14) ausgebildet ist.Switch actuating mechanism according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the spring washer (28) circular with a central opening (22) designed to be placed on the bearing part (14) is. Schalter-Betätigungsmechanismus nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, daß die Federscheibe (28) radial abstehende Stütz- und Kontaktfahnen aufweist.Switch actuating mechanism according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the spring washer (28) protrudes radially Has support and contact flags.
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