DESC:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present disclosure relates to switching devices and more particularly, relates to an improved switching assembly with provisions to accommodate front plates of different designs over conventional regulators.

BACKGROUND

Switch regulator assemblies are electrical devices that are configured to turn on or off electrical appliances by connecting or breaking an electrical circuit and controlling the operation of such electrical appliances. The switch regulator assemblies include regulators, contacts, and switch body components that facilitate the flow of electrical current. A switch regulator includes a base plate having a provision for a knob, and a cover plate that is installed over the base plate by way of a snap-fit mechanism. The cover plate fits within boundaries of the base plate and therefore, a switch regulator assembly requires an additional cover plate for a regulator to match with other components of the switch regulator assembly.

Additionally, users wish to have their own preferences in switch regulator assemblies. For instance, some users wish to place a frameless switch from a design perspective, and some users wish to have a customizable switch while not using a rocker in that switch. Moreover, a switch needs to have a seamless or non-frame regulator considering room preference and aesthetics. To achieve the seamless or non-frame regulator, each component of the switch assembly needs to be replaced and therefore, firstly it becomes a complicated task to change every element of the switch assembly. Secondly, such replacement increases the overall manufacturing cost of the switch assembly.

Therefore, it is desirable to provide an improved switch regulator assembly that can overcome the at least above-mentioned shortcomings of the existing switch regulator assemblies.

SUMMARY

This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention. This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.

In an embodiment of the present disclosure, a switch regulator assembly is disclosed. The switch regulator assembly includes a base plate having at least two side covers attached on either side of the base plate. The base plate includes one or more recesses and one or more protrusions. Further, the switch regulator assembly includes a regulator assembly, which is disposed within the base plate. The regulator assembly is further adapted to receive a regulator assembly cover. The regulator assembly has a shaft that is adapted to receive a knob. Moreover, the switch regulator assembly includes a cover plate, having a first end and a second end, where the cover plate is snapped over the regulator assembly and extends towards the base plate to snap-fit the one or more protrusions with the first end and the second end. The cover plate has a slotted section between the first end and the second end that is adapted to facilitate connection of the shaft with the knob. The cover plate has one or more snaps protruding orthogonally to the surface of the cover plate. The one or more recesses are adapted to receive the one or more snaps to attach the cover plate over the regulator assembly onto the base plate. Further, a switching element is disposed beside the cover plate and extends between the first end and the second end of the cover plate.

To further clarify the advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood when the following detailed description is read with reference to the accompanying drawings in which like characters represent like parts throughout the drawings, wherein:

Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view depicting a switch regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 2 illustrates a partially exploded view of the switch regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figures 3A-3B illustrate different partially exploded views of the switch regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 4 illustrates an isometric view depicting a cover plate coupled to a regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figures 5A-5F illustrate different views of the regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 6 illustrates an isometric view of the cover plate coupled to the regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

Figures 7A-7F illustrate different views of the cover plate, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 8 illustrates an isometric view of a regulator assembly cover disposed over the regulator assembly of the switch regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figures 9A-9F illustrate different views of the regulator assembly cover disposed over the regulator assembly of the switch regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 10 illustrates an isometric view of a knob of the regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

Figures 11A-11F illustrate different views of the knob of the regulator assembly, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Further, skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the drawings are illustrated for simplicity and may not have necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the flow charts illustrate the method in terms of the most prominent steps involved to help to improve understanding of aspects of the present invention. Furthermore, in terms of the construction of the device, one or more components of the device may have been represented in the drawings by conventional symbols, and the drawings may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the drawings with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having benefit of the description herein.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the invention, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the drawings and specific language will be used to describe the same. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the invention is thereby intended, such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated system, and such further applications of the principles of the invention as illustrated therein being contemplated as would normally occur to one skilled in the art to which the invention relates. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skilled in the art to which this invention belongs. The system, methods, and examples provided herein are illustrative only and not intended to be limiting.

The term “some” as used herein is defined as “none, or one, or more than one, or all.” Accordingly, the terms “none,” “one,” “more than one,” “more than one, but not all” or “all” would all fall under the definition of “some.” The term “some embodiments” may refer to no embodiments or to one embodiment or to several embodiments or to all embodiments. Accordingly, the term “some embodiments” is defined as meaning “no embodiment, or one embodiment, or more than one embodiment, or all embodiments.”

The terminology and structure employed herein is for describing, teaching and illuminating some embodiments and their specific features and elements and does not limit, restrict or reduce the spirit and scope of the claims or their equivalents.

More specifically, any terms used herein such as but not limited to “includes,” “comprises,” “has,” “consists,” and grammatical variants thereof do NOT specify an exact limitation or restriction and certainly do NOT exclude the possible addition of one or more features or elements, unless otherwise stated, and furthermore must NOT be taken to exclude the possible removal of one or more of the listed features and elements, unless otherwise stated with the limiting language “MUST comprise” or “NEEDS TO include.”

Whether or not a certain feature or element was limited to being used only once, either way, it may still be referred to as “one or more features” or “one or more elements” or “at least one feature” or “at least one element.” Furthermore, the use of the terms “one or more” or “at least one” feature or element do NOT preclude there being none of that feature or element, unless otherwise specified by limiting language such as “there NEEDS to be one or more . . . ” or “one or more element is REQUIRED.”

Unless otherwise defined, all terms, and especially any technical and/or scientific terms, used herein may be taken to have the same meaning as commonly understood by one having ordinary skills in the art.

Reference is made herein to some “embodiments.” It should be understood that an embodiment is an example of a possible implementation of any features and/or elements presented in the attached claims. Some embodiments have been described for the purpose of illuminating one or more of the potential ways in which the specific features and/or elements of the attached claims fulfil the requirements of uniqueness, utility, and non-obviousness.

Use of the phrases and/or terms such as but not limited to “a first embodiment,” “a further embodiment,” “an alternate embodiment,” “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “multiple embodiments,” “some embodiments,” “other embodiments,” “further embodiment”, “furthermore embodiment”, “additional embodiment” or variants thereof do NOT necessarily refer to the same embodiments. Unless otherwise specified, one or more particular features and/or elements described in connection with one or more embodiments may be found in one embodiment, or may be found in more than one embodiment, or may be found in all embodiments, or may be found in no embodiments. Although one or more features and/or elements may be described herein in the context of only a single embodiment, or alternatively in the context of more than one embodiment, or further alternatively in the context of all embodiments, the features and/or elements may instead be provided separately or in any appropriate combination or not at all. Conversely, any features and/or elements described in the context of separate embodiments may alternatively be realized as existing together in the context of a single embodiment.

Any particular and all details set forth herein are used in the context of some embodiments and therefore should NOT be necessarily taken as limiting factors to the attached claims. The attached claims and their legal equivalents can be realized in the context of embodiments other than the ones used as illustrative examples in the description below.

In an embodiment of the present disclosure, a switch regulator assembly is disclosed. The switch regulator assembly includes a base plate having at least two side covers attached on either side of the base plate. The base plate has one or more recesses and one or more protrusions. Further, the switch regulator assembly includes a regulator assembly, which is disposed within the base plate. The regulator assembly is further adapted to receive a regulator assembly cover. The regulator assembly has a shaft that is adapted to receive a knob. Moreover, the switch regulator assembly includes a cover plate, having a first end and a second end, where the cover plate is snapped over the regulator assembly and extends towards the base plate to snap-fit the one or more protrusions with the first end and the second end. The cover plate has a slotted section between the first end and the second end that is adapted to facilitate connection of the shaft with the knob. The cover plate has one or more snaps protruding orthogonally to the surface of the cover plate. Furthermore, the one or more recesses are adapted to receive the one or more snaps to attach the cover plate over the regulator assembly onto the base plate. Additionally, a switching element is disposed beside the cover plate and extends between the first end and the second end of the cover plate.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view depicting a switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The switch regulator assembly 100 may correspond to an electrical assembly installed over a wall of a room and is adapted to regulate operation of electrical appliances, e.g., light bulbs, fans, air-conditioning (AC), etc. The switch regulator assembly 100 may include a base plate 114, as shown in Figure 2, that is covered with at least two side covers 102-1, 102-2 from either side of the base plate 114. It may be noted that each of the at least two side covers 102-1, 102-2 may correspond to elongated housing that may extend longitudinally along the base plate 114. Further, the at least two side covers 102-1, 102-2 may be adapted to enclose the either side, e.g., a left side and a right side, of the base plate 114. The at least two side covers 102-1, 102-2 may be coupled to the base plate 114 by way of a snap-fit mechanism. Stated differently, a first side cover 102-1 of the at least two side covers 102-1, 102-2 may be assembled at the left side partially covering a front side of the base plate 114. Similarly, a second side cover 102-2 of the at least two side covers 102-1, 102-2 may be assembled at the right side partially covering the front side of the base plate 114.

Further, the switch regulator assembly 100 may include a cover plate 104 that may be snapped over the base plate 114. The cover plate 104 may have a first end 106 and a second end 108. Further, the cover plate 104 may have a slotted section 138, as shown in Figure 2, between the first end 106 and the second end 108. A knob 110 may be positioned over the slotted section 138. Further, a switching element 112 may be disposed beside the cover plate 104. The switching element 112 may be embodied as a rocker-type switch, that may cover either end of the base plate 114. The switching element 112 may have a length equal to the length of the cover plate 104.

Figure 2 illustrates a partially exploded view of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figures 3a-3b illustrate different partially exploded views of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Specifically, Figure 3a, illustrates a front perspective view of the partially exploded the switch regulator assembly 100, and Figure 3b, illustrates a rear perspective view of the partially exploded the switch regulator assembly 100.

The switch regulator assembly 100 may include the base plate 114 as mentioned earlier, with the at least two side covers 102-1, 102-2 positioned towards the left side and the right side of the base plate 114. The base plate 114 may have one or more recesses 116 and one or more protrusions 118. Further, the base plate 114 may have an opening 120 that may be adapted to receive a regulator assembly 122. The one or more recesses 116 may be rectangular-shaped channels positioned adjacent to the opening 120. The one or more protrusions 118 may be positioned adjacent to the one or more recesses 116 and may orthogonally extend outwards from a surface of the base plate 114. The opening 120 may have at least two snap-locks 124 adapted to receive and lock the regulator assembly 122 within the opening 120, as shown in Figures 3a-3b. The at least two snap-locks 124 may be positioned towards an upper side and a lower side of the opening 120 and may extend inwardly away from the surface of the base plate 114.

Further, the regulator assembly 122 may include a regulator assembly cover 126 that may be snapped over the regulator assembly 122. The regulator assembly cover 126 may have a central opening 128 that may be adapted to receive a shaft 130. Further, the regulator assembly cover 126 may include one or more hooks 132 that may be adapted to snap the regulator assembly 122. The one or more hooks 132 may be positioned on either side, e.g., a right side and a left side, of the regulator assembly cover 126. The regulator assembly cover 126 will be described in greater detail in conjunction with Figures 8-9.

Further, the cover plate 104 may have a first surface 134 and a second surface 136, the slotted section 138, and one or more snaps 140, between the first end 106 and the second end 108. The first end 106 and the second end 108 may be bent to form an L-shaped structure on each end. It may be noted that the L-shaped structure on each of the first end 106 and the second end 108 may be formed as a unitary piece. The L-shaped structure may extend away from the second surface 136 of the cover plate 104. Further, the slotted section 138 may be embodied as a circular opening adapted to receive the shaft 130 and facilitate connection with the knob 110.

The second surface 136 may have the one or more snaps 140 positioned adjacent to the first end 106 and the second end 108 of the cover plate 104. The one or more snaps 140 may be configured to be received by the one or more recesses 116. The L-shaped structure formed at the first end 106 and the second end 108 may be attached to the one or more protrusions 118 of the base plate 114 by way of the snap-fit mechanism. Stated differently, the one or more snaps 140 may be aligned with the one or more recesses 116, and the cover plate 104 may be pushed towards the base plate 114. In this case, the first end 106 and the second end 108 may be aligned with the one or more protrusions 118 such that the L-shaped structure may be just above the one or more protrusions 118. In some embodiments, the first end 106 and the second end 108 of the cover plate 104 may be bent at approximately right angle to the first surface 134 and the second surface 136 of the cover plate 104. The bent of the first end 106 and the second end 108 of the cover plate 104 may snap-fit the one or more protrusions 118 of the base plate 114. Also, the slotted section 138 may facilitate a path for the shaft 130 to be coupled with the knob 110. The knob 110 may cover the slotted section 138 of the cover plate 104. Further, the cover plate 104 may be designed with markings 142 along the circumference of the slotted section 138 to indicate the operational speeds of an electrical appliance, e.g., a fan, that may be controlled by the switch assembly 100. In some embodiments, the knob 110 may be rotated along the shaft 130 with respect to the designed markings 142 to set desired operational speeds for the electrical appliance. Further, details with respect to the knob 110 will be described in conjunction with Figures 10-11.

As mentioned earlier, the regulator assembly 122 may be fitted within the opening 120, as illustrated in Figures 3a-3b. The regulator assembly 122 may have a plurality of protrusions 144 positioned on either side of the regulator assembly 122. The plurality of protrusions 144 may be snap-fitted into the at least two snap-locks 124 of the base plate 114. It may be noted that the plurality of protrusions 144 extends perpendicular to the either side of the regulator assembly 122. The regulator assembly 122 may be pushed into the opening 120, such that, the plurality of protrusions 144 may be locked within the at least two snaps 124 of the base plate 114.

Figure 4 illustrates the cover plate 104 coupled to the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 5 illustrates different views of the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The regulator assembly 122 may be coupled to the regulator assembly cover 126 as mentioned earlier. The cover plate 104 may be positioned over the regulator assembly cover 126 and the knob 110 may be positioned over the cover plate 104 by coupling with the shaft 130. The regulator assembly cover 126 may enclose a front side of the regulator assembly 122 and the cover plate 104 may extend beyond the regulator assembly cover 126. The first end 106 and the second end 108 of the cover plate 104 may be aligned with the one or more protrusions 118 of the base plate 114. The cover plate 104 may be adapted to cover the regulator assembly 122, the regulator assembly cover 126, and the base plate 114. In an exemplary embodiment, the cover plate 104 may be engraved with the markings 142, e.g., ‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’, ‘4’, ‘5’, and ‘OFF’. The markings 142 ‘1’, ‘2’, ‘3’, ‘4’, and ‘5’, may indicate different operational speeds of the electrical appliance. The switching element 112 may be turned ON and the knob 110 may be rotated between the markings 142 ‘OFF’ and ‘5’.

Figure 5A illustrates a rear view of the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 5B illustrates a front view of the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 5C illustrates a left-side view of the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 5D illustrates a right-side view of the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 5E illustrates a top view of the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 5F illustrates a bottom view of the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

As mentioned earlier, the cover plate 104 may have the first surface 134 and the second surface 136. The first surface 134 may correspond to an outer surface with the markings 142 engraved along the circumference of the slotted section 138. The second surface 136 may correspond to an inner surface with the one or more snaps 140 that are adapted to be received by the one or more recesses 116 of the base plate 114.

The plurality of protrusions 144 may be snap-fitted into the at least two snap-locks 124 of the base plate 114. The plurality of protrusions 144 may include one or more holes (not shown) to receive one or more pins 146 to couple the regulator assembly cover 126 with the regulator assembly 122. In some embodiments, the one or more pins 146 may have a hook-shaped structure with a spike extending beyond the plurality of protrusions 144. Such spike in each of the one or more pins 146 received within the one or more holes of the plurality of protrusions 144, may facilitate secure engagement of the regulator assembly cover 126 with the regulator assembly 122.

Figure 6 illustrates an isometric view of the cover plate 104 coupled to the regulator assembly 122, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 7 illustrates a different view of the cover plate 104 coupled to the regulator assembly 122 of the regulator, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Specifically, Figure 7A illustrates a front view of the cover plate 104 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 7B illustrates a rear view of the cover plate 104 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 7C illustrates a left-side view of the cover plate 104 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 7D illustrates a right-side view of the cover plate 104 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 7E illustrates a top view of the cover plate 104 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 7F illustrates a bottom view of the cover plate 104 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

As mentioned earlier, the cover plate 104 may have the first surface 134 and the second surface 136. The first surface 134 may have a smooth texture with the first end 106 and the second end 108 bent inwards away from the first surface 134. The second surface 136 may have the one or more snaps 140 positioned adjacent to the bent section of the first end 106 and the second end 108. The second surface 136 may include at least three sections 148-1, 148-2, 148-3. Each of a first section 148-1 and a third section 148-3 may include at least two snaps positioned adjacent to the slotted section 138. A second section 148-2 may be separated from the first section 148-1 and the third section 148-3 by a collar fitting 150. The second section 148-2 may have dimensions equal to or greater than the front end of the regulator assembly cover 126.

The one or more snaps 140 may have a key-shaped structure with a thick base and tapered end. Such structure of the one or more snaps 140 may facilitate engagement of the tapered end into the one or more recesses 116. In some embodiments, the one or more recesses 116 may be slotted holes with converging ends to secure tapered ends of the one or more snaps 140, using simple snap-fit mechanisms.

Figure 8 illustrates an isometric view of the regulator assembly cover 126 disposed over the regulator assembly 122 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9 illustrates a different view of the regulator assembly cover 126, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Specifically, Figure 9A illustrates a front view of the regulator assembly cover 126 of the regulator assembly 122, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9B illustrates a rear view of the regulator assembly cover 126 of the regulator assembly 122, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9C illustrates a left-side view of the regulator assembly cover 126 of the regulator assembly 122, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9D illustrates a right-side view of the regulator assembly cover 126 of the regulator assembly 122, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9E illustrates a top view of the regulator assembly cover 126 of the regulator assembly 122, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 9F illustrates a bottom view of the regulator assembly cover 126 of the regulator assembly 122, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The regulator assembly cover 126 of the regulator assembly 122 may include a square-shaped plate having a circular grooved section 152 that may have a key-shaped hole 154 positioned at a center of the circular grooved section 152. The key-shaped hole 154 may be adapted to receive the shaft 130 of the regulator assembly 122. The regulator assembly cover 126 may have a circular engraving adjacent to the key-shaped hole 154. The regulator assembly cover 126 may have a small circular hole 156 adjacent to the key-shaped hole 154 between the circular engraving and the key-shaped hole 154. The small circular hole 156 may be provided for an electrical connection to the knob 110. As mentioned earlier, the regulator assembly cover 126 may have the one or more hooks 132. For instance, at least two hooks 132 may be positioned on one side of the regulator assembly cover 126. It may be noted that the one or more hooks 132 may extend orthogonally inwards from the surface of the regulator assembly cover 126 to snap either side of the regulator assembly 122, as illustrated in Figure 8.

Figure 10 illustrates an isometric view of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 11 illustrates different views of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Specifically, Figure 11A illustrates a rear view of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 11B illustrates a front view of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 11C illustrates a left-side view of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 11D illustrates a right-side view of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 11E illustrates a top view of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 11F illustrates a bottom view of the knob 110 of the switch regulator assembly 100, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The knob 110 may be positioned over the cover plate 104 and coupled with the shaft 130. The knob 110 may have a rectangular housing with a base portion 158 diverging from a face portion 160. The base portion 158 may be positioned over the cover plate 104. In some embodiments, the surface area of the base portion 158 may be more than the surface area of the face portion 160. Further, the face portion 160 may include an elongated slot 162 that may be provided to install a light-emitting diode (LED) for indication. Further, the knob 110 may have a protruded provision 164 positioned at a center of the rectangular housing. The protruded provision 164 may correspond to a central cylindrical member designed to securely accommodate the shaft 130.

In some exemplary embodiments, the switch assembly 100 having a modular cover plate 104 that may be detachably coupled with the base plate 114 by way of a simple snap-fit mechanism offers numerous advantages. The cover plate 104 extends beyond either end of the base plate 114, therefore, an additional cover plate is not required to hold the regulator assembly 122 and the knob 110 securely. This modular cover plate is compatible with an existing regulator and switch assemblies, therefore, there is no need to replace the switch assemblies. Therefore, the overall cost of the whole switch assembly is reduced. Moreover, the cover plate 104 is easily detached from the switch assembly, by simply pulling the cover plate 104 from the first end 106 and the second end 108. In some embodiments, the cover plate 104 ensures the elimination of collar fittings 150 to switch elements and knobs 110.

While specific language has been used to describe the present subject matter, any limitations arising on account thereto, are not intended. As would be apparent to a person in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method in order to implement the inventive concept as taught herein. The drawings and the foregoing description give examples of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment. ,CLAIMS:1. A switch regulator assembly (100) comprising:
a base plate (114) having at least two side covers (102-1, 102-2) attached on either side of the base plate (114), the base plate (114) having one or more recesses (116), and one or more protrusions (118);
a regulator assembly (122), disposed within the base plate (114), adapted to receive a regulator assembly cover (126), wherein the regulator assembly (122) comprises a shaft (130) that is adapted to receive a knob (110); and
a cover plate (104), having a first end (106) and a second end (108), snapped over the regulator assembly (122) and extending towards the base plate (114) to snap-fit the one or more protrusions (118) with the first end (106) and the second end (108), wherein the cover plate (104) having a slotted section (138) between the first end (106) and the second end (108) that is adapted to facilitate connection of the shaft (130) with the knob (110),
wherein the cover plate (104) comprises one or more snaps (140) protruding orthogonal to a surface of the cover plate (104),
wherein the one or more recesses (116) are adapted to receive the one or more snaps (140) to attach the cover plate (104) over the regulator assembly (122) onto the base plate (114).

2. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, further comprising a switching element (112) disposed beside the cover plate (104) and extends between the first end (106) and the second end (108) of the cover plate (104).

3. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more protrusions (118) of the base plate (114) are protruded orthogonally with respect to the base plate (114), wherein the first end (106) and the second end (108) of the cover plate (104) are cast at right angle to the cover plate (104) to snap-fit the one or more protrusions (118) of the base plate (114).

4. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the base plate (114) is integrated with at least four recesses to detachably receive at least four snaps of the cover plate (104).

5. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover plate (104) is designed with markings (142) along the circumference of the slotted section (138) to indicate operational speeds.

6. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the knob (110) is rotated along the shaft (130) with respect to the markings (142) to set desired operational speeds.

7. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the knob (110) comprises a housing having a base portion (158) and a face portion (160) and enclosing a protruded provision (164) that is adapted to receive the shaft (130).

8. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the face portion (160) is provided with a light emitting diode (LED) indicator that is configured to indicate an operational state of the switch regulator assembly (100).

9. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the knob (110) is a cuboid with the base portion (158) diverging from the face portion (160).

10. The switch regulator assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the regulator assembly cover (126) has one or more hooks (132) on either side that are adapted to snap-fit the regulator assembly (122), wherein the regulator assembly cover (126) is having a key-shaped hole (154) to facilitate coupling of the shaft (130) with the knob (110).