JPH0631028A - Pachinko ball detecting switch - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To miniaturize and thin the whole by reducing a necessary operation space of the switch for detecting passing of a PACHINKO ball. CONSTITUTION:The switch is constituted so that a PACHINKO ball passing passage 1 formed in a case 2 is displaced in response to passing of a PACHINKO ball M, and an operation button 9 for opening and closing a movable contact 11 and a fixed contact 5 can be displaced in the direction being orthogonal to the PACHINKO ball passing direction in the passage 1. Also, this switch is constituted so that the displacement of this operation button 9 is transferred to the movable contact 11 through an interlocking member 10 made of a plate spring, arranged like an inclination against its displacement direction.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a pachinko ball detection switch which is mounted on the back side of a pachinko game table or mounted on a pachinko ball counting device to detect and output passage of a steel pachinko ball. It is about.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art As a pachinko ball detection switch of this type, the present applicant has already proposed a switch having a structure as shown in FIGS. In FIG. 22 and FIG. 23, 50 is a passage for passing the pachinko balls M, and the passage 50 is formed in a substantially rectangular shape in plan view with one side of the diameter of the pachinko balls M on one end side in the longitudinal direction of the case 51. , Each corner is chamfered. 52 is an operation lever,
It is formed in an almost V shape when viewed from the side, and its short side 5
The end on the 2a side is supported by a case 51 so as to be vertically swingable via a support shaft 53, and the long side 52b is projected into the passage 50 in a downward inclined posture.

Reference numeral 54 denotes a micro switch, which has a fixed contact 54a and a movable contact piece 54b serving as a movable contact, and is housed in the case 51 together with the switch case 54c. Reference numeral 55 denotes an interlocking member for transmitting the displacement of the operation lever 52, which is pivotally displaced downward around the support shaft 53 as the pachinko balls M pass through the passage 50, to the movable contact piece 54b. It is held by a case 54c of the microswitch 54 so as to be vertically movable.

In the pachinko ball detection switch having the above structure, when the pachinko ball M passes through the passage 50, the long side 52b side of the operation lever 52 is pressed so that the operation lever 52 is operated.
22 swings and moves downward around the support shaft 53 as shown by an arrow a in FIG. The displacement of the operation lever 52 moves the interlocking member 55 downward, and the downward movement activates the movable contact piece 54b of the microswitch 54,
The micro switch 54 is operated and the passage of the pachinko ball M is detected.

[0005]

In the conventional pachinko ball detection switch having the above-described structure, the operation lever 52 is set so as to be displaced along the pachinko ball passing direction as the pachinko ball M passes. Interlocking member 55
Also, in order to obtain an operating space for the micro switch 54, the height of the entire detection switch is naturally limited, and there is a problem that it is difficult to make it compact and thin.

Further, a micro switch with a low operating load is required to operate the pachinko ball reliably by moving it through, but this is technical from the standpoint of preventing chattering and improving the contact reliability of the contacts. Very difficult to In order to prevent chattering and to improve the contact reliability of the contacts, the long operating lever 52 as described above is inevitably required, which requires a large space and leads to a large-sized detection switch, and the internal size of the detection switch is increased. There was a problem that the structure was likely to be complicated.

The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and it is mainly to provide a pachinko ball detection switch having a simple structure and easily miniaturized and thinned. To aim.

Another object of the present invention is to prevent chattering, improve contact reliability of contacts, and improve strength against vibration and impact.

[0009]

In order to achieve the above object, a pachinko ball detection switch according to the present invention is responsive to a case having a passage for passing a pachinko ball and a pachinko ball passing through the passage. Operation buttons that displace,
A pachinko ball detection switch having a movable contact which is opened and closed by a displacement of the operation button and a switch section which is a fixed contact, wherein the operation button is displaced in a direction orthogonal to a passing direction of the pachinko ball in the passage. It is set to do.

It is preferable that a leaf spring interlocking member is interposed between the movable contact of the switch section and the operation button so as to be inclined with respect to the displacement direction of the operation button.

Further, in the switch having the above construction, it is desirable that the movable contact of the switch portion, the operation button and the leaf spring interlocking member are arranged in the same plane.

Further, as the switch portion, the movable contact and the fixed contact are configured so as to come into contact with and separate from each other in the passage direction of the pachinko ball, and the movable contact among them is the operation button for the passage of the pachinko ball. It may be configured to come into contact with or separate from the fixed contact according to the displacement of.

Further, as the switch portion, a slider that slides integrally as a movable contact with the displacement of the operation button, and a slider is connected / short-circuited with each other by sliding the slider. It may be composed of a pair of terminals serving as fixed contacts.

[0014]

According to the present invention, the operation button is provided which is displaced in the direction orthogonal to the passing direction of the pachinko ball, and the movable contact of the switch section is operated by the displacement of the operation button to operate the switch section. Therefore, the operation space required for the operation button in the passing direction of the pachinko ball may be small, and the detection switch as a whole can be easily downsized and thinned.

Particularly, in the case where a leaf spring interlocking member is disposed between the movable contact of the switch section and the operation button so as to be inclined with respect to the displacement direction of the operation button,
The vibration transmitted to the operation button can be absorbed and relaxed by the elasticity of the interlocking member, the strength against vibration shock can be improved and malfunction due to chattering can be prevented,
Further, it is easy to adjust the operating position and the operating load by changing the lever ratio between the movable contact and the interlocking member, and it is easy to optimize the operating characteristics of the switch.

Further, in the detection switch having the leaf spring interlocking member as described above, when the movable contact of the switch portion, the operation button and the leaf spring interlocking member are arranged in the same plane, these configurations are adopted. Compared to the case where the members are arranged above and below the pachinko ball passing direction, it is possible to make the switch thinner while making the switch operation stroke larger, which results in the return force of the leaf spring interlocking member. Can be increased to improve the operating characteristics and prolong the service life.

Further, as for the switch section, the movable contact and the fixed contact can freely come into contact with and separate from each other in the passage direction of the pachinko ball, and the movable contact is fixed in accordance with the displacement of the operation button when the pachinko ball passes. Those configured to come into contact with or separate from a contact, a slider that slides integrally as the operation button is displaced to become a movable contact, and the slider is connected to each other by sliding When using a pair of terminals that are short-circuited and serve as fixed contacts, it is very resistant to vibration and impact and is suitable as a switch to be used under conditions of severe vibration.

[0018]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. Example 1. FIG. 1 shows a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG. 2, FIG. 2 is a longitudinal sectional view thereof, and FIG. 3 is a partially cutaway plan view thereof. In FIG. 1 is
The pachinko ball M is formed into a substantially octagonal shape in plan view with the diameter of the pachinko ball M as one side in the synthetic resin case 2. Reference numeral 3 denotes a switch portion. The switch portion 3 is arranged in a rectangular ring-shaped bottomed case frame 7 formed integrally with the case 2 forming the passage 1, and is protruded from a bottom wall portion of the case frame 7. It is positioned and fixed at a predetermined position through the protrusion 7a and the hole 3a fitted therein. Reference numeral 8 denotes a cover that covers the opening side of the case frame 7, and has inverted T-shaped protruding pieces 8a formed on both left and right side portions of the case frame 7 and formed on both left and right side wall portions of the case frame 7. By elastically engaging the engaging groove 7b, the opening of the case frame 7 is fixed so as to cover it.

The switch section 3 is fixed in the fixed contact 5 and the terminal piece 4a connected to the fixed contact 5, as shown in the exploded view of FIG.
The base 4 having a long and narrow box-shaped base 4 and a retaining projection 6a which is fitted inside the base 4 and elastically engages with holes 4b formed in both side plates of the base 4 in the longitudinal direction. 4, a pressing operation button 9, a leaf spring interlocking member 10, and a movable contact 1 serving as a movable contact in a space formed by an elongated box-shaped cover 6 fitted and fixed to
1 is interposed.

The pressing operation button 9 in the switch section 3 has a cylindrical portion 6 provided at the center of the cover 6 in the width direction.
The shaft-shaped protrusion 9a is inserted through the inside of the shaft b and projects outward, and the base 9b has a U-shaped side surface.
The distal end of the above is projected into the passage 1 through the cutout holes 7c and 2c formed in the case frame 7 and the case 2, respectively. Semi-circular recesses 7d, 7d are formed on both sides of the cutout hole 7c of the case frame 7, and the recesses 7d, 7d have an operation piece 12 that is substantially V-shaped in a side view.
By fitting and holding the projecting pieces 12a, 12a projecting from one end of the side from above, the operating piece 12 can be vertically swung with the projecting pieces 12a, 12a as fulcrums.

Then, the other side of the operation piece 12 is projected downward into the passage 1, and the tip of the axial projection 9a of the pressing operation button 9 is brought into contact with the back surface of the operation piece 12 so that a pachinko ball is formed. As M passes through the passage 1 from the upper side to the lower side as shown by the arrow y in FIG. 2, the operating piece 12 swings downward with the projecting pieces 12a, 12a as fulcrums, and this swinging As shown by the arrow x in FIG. 2, the pressing operation button 9 is slidably displaced in a direction orthogonal to the passing direction (arrow y) of the pachinko balls M as it moves.

Further, in the leaf spring interlocking member 10, the central portion of the leaf spring body 10A having a rectangular shape is pressed by the push button 9.
It is cut and raised to the side and is arranged in a slanting manner with respect to the sliding displacement direction of the operation button 9, and the vicinity of its free end is engaged / contacted with the U-shaped base 9b of the pressing operation button 9. ing. Further, the movable contactor 11 is formed by cutting and raising the central portion of the rectangular conductive plate 11A toward the interlocking member 10, and the tip end portion 11a thereof abuts near the free end portion of the interlocking member 10. The interlocking member 10 is swung against the elasticity in accordance with the sliding displacement of the pressing operation button 9 in the direction of arrow x, and the movable contact piece 11 is fixedly contacted by the swinging of the interlocking member 10. It can be opened and closed with respect to 5.

Next, the operation of the above configuration will be described.
In a normal state in which the pachinko balls M have not passed, the pressing operation button 9 is urged toward the passage 1 by the elastic force of the leaf spring interlocking member 10, and the tip end of the shaft-like protrusion 9a of FIG.
As indicated by the solid line, the operation piece 12 slightly protrudes into the passage 1, and one side of the operation piece 12 also protrudes downward into the passage 1.

From this state, when the pachinko ball M passes through the passage 1 from the upper side to the lower side as shown by the arrow y in FIG. 2, the operation piece 12 moves around the projecting pieces 12a, 12a as a fulcrum. As shown by the phantom line, it swings downward, and as it swings, the pressing operation button 9 is orthogonal to the passing direction (arrow y) of the pachinko balls M as shown by arrow x in FIG. Sliding displacement. With the sliding displacement of the pressing operation button 9, the leaf spring interlocking member 10 swings against its elasticity, and this swinging causes the movable contact piece 1 to move.
1 is pressed against the fixed contact 5 and pressure-contacted, and the switch unit 3 is turned off.
Become N. That is, the passage of the pachinko ball M is detected.

By the way, in the pachinko ball detection switch having the above-mentioned structure, since the push operation button 9 is constructed so as to be slidably displaced in the direction orthogonal to the passing direction of the pachinko ball M, the pachinko ball M of the pachinko ball M is switched. Since the required operation space of the push operation button 9 in the passing movement direction (vertical direction) may be small, the switch as a whole can be easily thinned and downsized. Further, since the leaf spring interlocking member 10 is arranged between the pressing operation button 9 and the movable contact 11 in an inclined shape with respect to the sliding displacement direction of the operation button 9, the operation button 9
It is possible to absorb and relax the vibration transmitted to the body by the elasticity of the interlocking member 10, and it is possible to improve the strength against vibration and shock and prevent malfunction due to chattering.

By changing the lever ratio between the movable contact 11 and the interlocking member 10, it is easy to adjust the operating position and the operating load, and it is easy to optimize the operating characteristics of the switch.

Example 2. 5 to 8 show Embodiment 2 of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.
In this embodiment, in the above-mentioned Embodiment 1. Is different from
The parts constituting the switch part 3, that is, the fixed contact 5, the movable contact 11, and the leaf spring interlocking member 10 are integrally formed with the synthetic resin case 2 forming the passage 1 for passing the pachinko ball M downward. A bottomed case frame 7 having a rectangular ring shape with an opening and a cover 8 for covering the opening of the case frame 7 are separately arranged at predetermined positions in a space, and a pressing operation button 9 is provided in the bottomed case. It is fitted and held in the groove portion 7A provided in the frame 7 and is configured to be slidably displaced in a direction orthogonal to the passing direction (arrow y) of the pachinko balls M. Base 9b
The pressing operation button 9 is made lighter by forming a hollow portion 9c therein, and the leaf spring interlocking member 10 extends downward from the operation button 9 toward the obliquely downward direction.
It is arranged so as to be inclined with respect to the sliding displacement direction, and other configurations are the same as those in the first embodiment described above except that there is a slight difference in shape. Since it is almost the same as the above, the same reference numerals are given to the corresponding portions, and the detailed description thereof will be omitted.

In addition, in the second embodiment described above. The operation and the effect of the pachinko ball detection switch having the configuration of Example 1 are also the same as those in the above-mentioned Example 1. Since it is almost the same as the one described above, the description thereof will be omitted.

Example 3. 9 and 10 show a third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view and a plan view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG. In this embodiment, the fixed contact 5, the movable contact 11 and the leaf spring interlocking member 10 which constitute the switch section 3 cover the bottomed case frame 7 and the cover 8 for covering the opening of the case frame 7.
By arranging them in the same plane in the space formed by, the swing stroke of the leaf spring interlocking member 10 is increased. As a result, the lever ratio between the leaf spring interlocking member 10 and the movable contactor 11 can be increased, and the restoring force of the leaf spring interlocking member 10 to the original position of the pressing operation button 9 can be increased to cause chattering. It is possible to surely prevent it, improve the switch performance, and extend the service life. In this embodiment, instead of the terminal piece 4a, a printed wiring board electrically connected to the fixed contact 5 (hereinafter referred to as PWB).
14 are used.

Example 4. 11 to 13 show Embodiment 4 of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a vertical cross-sectional view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to, a plan view thereof, and an operation explanatory view of a main part. In this embodiment, one end is electrically connected to the PWB 14 at one side in a space formed by the bottomed case frame 7 and the cover 8 that covers the opening of the case frame 7, and the case 2 The fixed contact 5 is provided at the end of the fixed conductor piece 15 that is substantially U-shaped in plan view and is extended to the side, and one end of the fixed contact 5 is provided on the other side of the space.
The other end of the movable contactor 11 which is electrically connected to 14 and extends to the case 2 side and which has a substantially 7-shape in plan view is arranged below the fixed contact 5 so that the movable contactor 11 and the fixed contact 5 are connected to each other. And are elastically abuttable and separable in the passage direction of the pachinko balls M.

On the other hand, according to the passing movement of the pachinko balls M,
On the bottom surface of the base portion 9b of the pressing operation button 9 which is slidably displaced in a direction orthogonal to the passing movement direction, a cam-shaped convex portion which can be loaded / unloaded onto / from the upper surface of the movable contactor 11 on the other end side. 9d is formed. In addition, the pressing operation button 9
The return spring 16 arranged in a cross shape in the case frame 7 urges the tip of the shaft-shaped projection 9a to move in the direction in which it projects into the passage 1.

In the pachinko ball detection switch having the above-described structure, the pressing spring operation button 9 is urged to move toward the passage 1 side by the return spring 16 in a normal state in which the pachinko ball M does not pass. As shown in (a), the cam-shaped convex portion 9d rides on the upper surface of the movable contact 11, the movable contact 11 is kept away from the fixed contact 5, and the switch is in the OFF state. Then, use pachinko ball M in passage 1.
When the pressing operation button 9 slides and displaces against the elastic force of the return spring 16 as shown in FIG. 13B, the cam-shaped convex portion 9d moves. Comes down from the upper surface of the movable contactor 11,
Comes into contact with the fixed contact 5 by its own elastic force and the switch O
The state becomes N.

In the pachinko ball detection switch having such a configuration, the movable contact 11 is normally mechanically and forcibly maintained at 0FF by the cam-shaped convex portion 9d of the pressing operation button 9, so that it is free from vibration and impact. On the other hand, it is possible to obtain a switch that is strong and has high reliability without malfunction.

Example 5. 14 and 15 show Embodiment 5 of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view and a plan view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG. This embodiment is the same as the embodiment 4. Is a modified structure of PWB14
And two fixed conductor pieces 15A, 15A electrically connected to
The movable contact 11 is mechanically and forcibly displaced by the cam-shaped convex portion 9d of the pressing operation button 9 while the fixed contact 5 is formed by extending the two in parallel with each other. The switch can be switched between a switch ON state for short-circuiting the 15A and a switch OFF state for disconnecting the short circuit. Similarly, it is possible to obtain a highly reliable switch that is strong against vibration and shock and does not malfunction.

Example 6. 16 and 17 show a sixth embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view and a plan view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG. In this embodiment, the fixed contact 5 is constituted by the pair of terminal pieces 17, 17 arranged in parallel to each other, and the spring property of swinging displacement against elasticity due to the sliding displacement of the pressing operation button 9. The movable contact 11 which can be switched between a state in which the pair of terminal pieces 17 and 17 are short-circuited and a state in which the pair of terminal pieces 17 are short-circuited is connected to the tip of the swinging member 18.
This example 6. The switch is extremely strong against vibration and impact, and can be suitably used as a switch under conditions of violent vibration.

Example 7. 18 and 19 show a seventh embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view and a plan view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG. This embodiment is the same as the above-mentioned Embodiment 6. This is a modified structure of No. 1 and uses the return spring 16 to move and urge the pressing operation button 9 toward the passage 1 and short-circuit the pair of terminal pieces 17, 17 without using the spring-like swinging member 18. The movable contactor 11 which can be switched between the state and the separated state is provided with the push operation button 9 described above.
It was directly fixed to the above-mentioned Example 6. It has the same operation and effect as.

Example 8. 20 and 21 show Embodiment 8 of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view and a plan view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG. In this embodiment, the conductors 19, 19 connected to the front end portions of the pair of terminal pieces 17, 17 arranged in parallel with each other, respectively.
The fixed contact points 5 are formed by arranging the tip end portions of the above-mentioned elements at an appropriate interval on the extension line of the sliding movement direction of the pressing operation button 9, and on the other hand, to the passage 1 side via the pair of left and right return springs 16, 16. Base portion 9b of the push operation button 9 that is urged to move
In addition, the movable contactor 11 is composed of a pair of left and right sliders 20 and 20 fixed at an interval enough to make sliding contact with the left and right side surfaces of the fixed contact 5, and thus is pressed by the pachinko ball M as it passes. When the operation button 9 slides, the movable contact 11 is integrally moved to short-circuit the conductors 19 forming the fixed contact 5 to turn the switch ON.
In the eighth embodiment.
Also in the configuration of the sixth embodiment. And 7. It has the same operation and effect as.

Incidentally, in the above-mentioned Embodiment 3. ~ Example 8. In the above Example 1. And Example 2. The same or functionally equivalent portions as those of the configuration 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

Further, in the above-mentioned Embodiment 1. And Example 2. Then, an operation piece 12 that swings downward when the pachinko balls M pass through the passage 1 is provided, and the push operation button 9 is smoothly slidably displaced through the swing of the operation piece 12. However, it is possible to omit the operation piece 12 by devising the shape of the shaft-shaped projection 9a of the pressing operation button 9.

[0040]

As described above, according to the present invention, the operation button which is displaced in the direction orthogonal to the passing direction of the pachinko balls is provided, and the displacement of the operation button actuates the movable contact of the switch section. Since the switch part can be operated by using the switch, the operation space required for the operation button in the passing direction of the pachinko ball can be small, and the entire detection switch can be made compact.
Thinning can be easily realized.

In particular, as in claim 2, when a leaf spring interlocking member is disposed between the movable contact of the switch section and the operation button by being inclined with respect to the displacement direction of the operation button. The vibration transmitted to the operation button can be absorbed and relaxed by the elasticity of the interlocking member, the strength against vibration impact can be improved, malfunction due to chattering can be prevented, and excellent switch operation performance can be maintained for a long period of time. You can Also, by changing the lever ratio between the movable contact and the interlocking member, it is easy to adjust the operating position and change the operating load, making it easy to optimize the operating characteristics of the switch, and to ensure reliable operation even when the pachinko balls are lightweight. The application weight range can be expanded by exhibiting the above.

Further, in the detection switch having the leaf spring interlocking member as described above, the movable contact of the switch portion, the operation button and the leaf spring interlocking member are arranged in the same plane as in claim 3. By configuring, compared to the case where these components are arranged vertically along the passing direction of the pachinko ball, it is possible to make the entire switch thinner while facilitating a large operation stroke of the switch part. Increase the return force by the spring interlocking member,
It is possible to improve operating characteristics and prolong the service life.

Further, as the switch unit, the switch unit according to claim 4
The movable contact and the fixed contact can freely come into contact with and separate from each other in the pachinko ball passing direction, and the movable contact comes into contact with or separates from the fixed contact according to the displacement of the operation button when the pachinko ball passes. Or a slider that slides integrally with the displacement of the operation button to form a movable contact, and the slider slides to connect to each other. By comprising a pair of terminals that are short-circuited and serve as fixed contacts, it is possible to provide a switch that is extremely strong against vibration and impact and can be suitably used under conditions of violent vibration.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a first embodiment of the present invention. 3 is an exploded perspective view showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

FIG. 2 is a vertical sectional view of FIG.

3 is a partially cutaway plan view of FIG. 2. FIG.

FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view showing a configuration of a switch unit.

FIG. 5 is a second embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a vertical cross-sectional view showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

FIG. 6 is a plan view of FIG.

7 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line AA of FIG.

FIG. 8 is a sectional view taken along the line BB of FIG.

FIG. 9 is a third embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a vertical cross-sectional view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

FIG. 10 is a plan view of FIG.

11 is a fourth embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a vertical cross-sectional view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

FIG. 12 is a plan view of FIG. 11.

FIG. 13 is an operation explanatory diagram of a main part.

FIG. 14 is a fifth embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a vertical cross-sectional view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

FIG. 15 is a plan view of FIG.

FIG. 16 is a sixth embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a vertical cross-sectional view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

FIG. 17 is a plan view of FIG.

FIG. 18 is a seventh embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a vertical cross-sectional view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

FIG. 19 is a plan view of FIG. 18.

FIG. 20 is an eighth embodiment of the present invention. 3 is a vertical cross-sectional view schematically showing the configuration of a pachinko ball detection switch according to FIG.

21 is a plan view of FIG. 20. FIG.

FIG. 22 is a partially longitudinal side view showing the configuration of a conventional pachinko ball detection switch.

FIG. 23 is a plan view of FIG. 22.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Passage for pachinko ball passage 2 Case 3 Switch part 5 Fixed contact 9 Pressing operation button 10 Leaf spring interlocking member 11 Moving contact (moving contact) 17 Terminal piece 20 Slider M Pachinko ball

Claims (5)

[Claims] 1. A case having a passage for passing a pachinko ball, an operation button which is displaced in response to the pachinko ball passing through the passage, and a movable contact and a fixed contact which are opened and closed by the displacement of the operation button. A pachinko ball detection switch, comprising: a switch section, wherein the operation button is set to be displaced in a direction orthogonal to a passing direction of the pachinko ball in the passage. 2. A leaf spring interlocking member is interposed between the movable contact of the switch section and the operation button so as to be inclined with respect to the displacement direction of the operation button.
Pachinko ball detection switch. 3. The pachinko ball detection switch according to claim 2, wherein the movable contact of the switch portion, the operation button, and the leaf spring interlocking member are arranged in the same plane. 4. The movable contact and the fixed contact of the switch portion are configured to be able to come into contact with and separate from each other in the passage direction of the pachinko ball, and the movable contact is used for displacement of the operation button when the pachinko ball passes. The pachinko ball detection switch according to claim 1, wherein the pachinko ball detection switch is configured to come into contact with or separate from the fixed contact. 5. A slider, in which the switch portion slides integrally with the displacement of the operation button to become a movable contact, and a sliding contact of the slider causes the switch portion to be connected / short-circuited to each other and fixed. The pachinko ball detection switch according to claim 1, wherein the pachinko ball detection switch is composed of a pair of terminals serving as contacts.