grommet

Abstract

The application relates to a grommet, which comprises a main body, a cavity, a pair of windows, a pair of legs, a neck ring and a pair of filling parts. The cavity is concave downward from the upper surface of the main body. The pair of windows are arranged on the side wall of the main body and communicate with the cavity. The pair of legs are connected to the lower edges of the pair of windows through the bottoms of the pair of legs respectively. The neck ring is outwardly extended from the upper part of the main body and is located above the pair of windows and the pair of legs. The pair of filling parts fill the gaps between the pair of legs and the corresponding windows respectively and connect the pair of legs with the corresponding pair of windows. The pair of filling parts are elastic so that the pair of legs have an unfolded position and a contracted position and can move between the unfolded position and the contracted position. The grommet provided by the application can realize good sealing performance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to connectors, and more particularly to a cable ring. Background Technology

[0002] Vehicle lights are typically mounted to the vehicle's body panels using grommets. Specifically, a grommets consist of a main body, legs, and a neck ring. The legs and neck ring are mounted on the main body, with a certain distance between them. One end of the grommets passes through a hole in the body panel, holding the body panel between the legs and the neck ring. The other end of the grommets has a mounting hole for connecting to the headlight. However, existing grommets typically have high-strength legs. When the legs of the grommets pass through the body panel, they can damage the panel, preventing a proper seal between the grommets and the body panel. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The cable loop provided in this application at least partially solves the aforementioned technical problems. This application provides a cable loop including a body, a cavity, a pair of windows, a pair of legs, a neck ring, and a pair of filling portions. The cavity is formed by a downward indentation from the upper surface of the body. The pair of windows are disposed on the sidewalls of the body and communicate with the cavity. The pair of legs are respectively connected to the lower edges of the pair of windows via their bottoms. The neck ring extends outward from the upper part of the body and is located above the pair of windows and the pair of legs. The pair of filling portions respectively fill the gaps between the pair of legs and the corresponding windows, and connect the pair of legs to the corresponding pair of windows. The pair of filling portions are elastic, allowing the pair of legs to have an extended position and a retracted position, and to move between the extended and retracted positions. The pair of legs are configured such that when the pair of legs are in the extended position, the tops of the pair of legs are outside the corresponding windows, and when the pair of legs are in the retracted position, the pair of legs are respectively accommodated in the pair of windows.

[0004] According to the above-mentioned grommets, the pair of legs are configured such that when the pair of legs are in the unfolded position, the pair of legs extend upward and outward relative to the main body.

[0005] According to the above-described grommets, it also includes a cap that surrounds and is connected to the neck ring, and has a sealing edge at its free end.

[0006] According to the aforementioned grommets, the sealing edge is lower than the top of the pair of legs.

[0007] According to the above-mentioned grommets, it also includes a pair of connecting portions, which respectively connect the pair of filling portions to the cap.

[0008] According to the above-mentioned grommets, the main body, the pair of legs, and the neck ring are integrally molded from a first material to form a first grommets portion, the pair of filling portions, the cap, and the pair of connecting portions are integrally molded from a second material to form a second grommets portion, and the second grommets portion is molded onto the first grommets portion to form the grommets.

[0009] According to the aforementioned cable loop, each of the pair of windows includes an upper edge and a lower edge opposite to each other, as well as a left edge and a right edge opposite to each other. The upper edge is defined by the lower surface of the neck ring, the left edge and the right edge are defined by the body, and the pair of legs are connected to the lower edge.

[0010] According to the above-described cable ring, the pair of windows and the pair of legs are arranged symmetrically with respect to the axis of the cable ring.

[0011] According to the aforementioned cable ring, the cable ring is used for mounting to a vehicle body sheet metal, which has a circular hole. The cable ring is configured such that: when the pair of legs are in the extended position, the distance between the tops of the pair of legs is greater than the diameter of the circular hole; and when the pair of legs are in the retracted position, the distance between the tops of the pair of legs is less than or equal to the diameter of the circular hole.

[0012] According to the above-mentioned cable ring, the cable ring is configured such that when the cable ring is installed in place on the vehicle body sheet metal, the vehicle body sheet metal is clamped between the neck ring and the outrigger.

[0013] All of the above-mentioned cable rings have the ability to achieve good sealing performance.

[0014] The following will further explain the concept, specific structure and technical effects of this application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, so as to fully understand the purpose, features and effects of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0015] This application will become more readily understood when read in conjunction with the following detailed description, in which:

[0016] Figure 1A This is a top perspective view of the cable loop according to the first embodiment of this application;

[0017] Figure 1B yes Figure 1A The diagram shown is a bottom-view perspective of the cable loop;

[0018] Figure 2A yes Figure 1A An exploded view of the cable loop from a first-person perspective;

[0019] Figure 2B yes Figure 1A An exploded view of the cable loop from a second-person perspective;

[0020] Figure 2C yes Figure 1A The cross-sectional view of the cable loop shown shows the legs of the cable loop in the unfolded position;

[0021] Figure 2D yes Figure 1A The cross-sectional view of the cable loop shown shows the legs of the cable loop in the retracted position;

[0022] Figure 3A yes Figure 1A A front view of the first cable loop section shown;

[0023] Figure 3B yes Figure 1A A side view of the first loop section shown;

[0024] Figure 4A This is a sectional view of the installation of the cable jack and the vehicle body sheet metal, with the cable jack's support legs in the unfolded position;

[0025] Figure 4B This is a sectional view of the installation of the cable jack and the vehicle body sheet metal, in which the cable jack's support leg is in the retracted position;

[0026] Figure 4C It is after the vehicle body sheet metal is installed. Figure 1A The cross-sectional view of the cable loop shown;

[0027] Figure 5A This is a top perspective view of the cable loop according to the second embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 5B yes Figure 5A The diagram shown is a bottom-view perspective of the cable loop;

[0029] Figure 6A yes Figure 5A An exploded view of the cable loop from a first-person perspective;

[0030] Figure 6B yes Figure 5A An exploded view of the cable loop from a second-person perspective;

[0031] Figure 7A yes Figure 5A A front view of the first cable loop section shown;

[0032] Figure 7B yes Figure 5A A side view of the first loop section shown;

[0033] Figure 8A yes Figure 5A The cross-sectional view of the cable loop shown shows the legs of the cable loop in the unfolded position;

[0034] Figure 8B yes Figure 5A The cross-sectional view of the cable loop shown shows the legs of the cable loop in the retracted position;

[0035] Figure 9A This is a sectional view of the installation of the cable jack and the vehicle body sheet metal, with the cable jack's support legs in the unfolded position;

[0036] Figure 9B This is a sectional view of the installation of the cable jack and the vehicle body sheet metal, in which the cable jack's support leg is in the retracted position;

[0037] Figure 9C It is after the vehicle body sheet metal is installed. Figure 5A The cross-sectional view of the cable loop shown. Detailed Implementation

[0038] Various specific embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form part of this specification. It should be understood that although terms indicating direction, such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," "top," and "bottom," are used herein to describe various exemplary structural parts and elements, their use is merely for illustrative purposes and is based on the exemplary orientations shown in the accompanying drawings. Since the embodiments disclosed herein can be arranged in different orientations, these terms indicating direction are illustrative only and should not be considered limiting.

[0039] Ordinal numbers such as “first” and “second” used in this application are for distinction and identification only and have no other meaning. Unless otherwise specified, they do not indicate a specific order or a specific relationship. For example, the term “first loop portion” does not imply the existence of a “second loop portion”, nor does the term “second loop portion” imply the existence of a “first loop portion”.

[0040] Figure 1A This is a top perspective view of the cable loop 100 of the first embodiment of this application. Figure 1B yes Figure 1A The diagram shows a bottom-view perspective view of the cable loop 100. As an example, the cable loop 100 can be used to connect vehicle lights to the vehicle body sheet metal. Figure 1A-1B As shown, the loop 100 includes a first loop portion 102 and a second loop portion 104. The second loop portion 104 is generally disposed above the first loop portion 102. The first loop portion 102 is integrally molded from a first material, and the second loop portion 104 is integrally molded from a second material. The second loop portion 104 is formed by molding it to the first loop portion 102 to form the loop 100. The second material is elastic. As an example, the first material is plastic, and the second material is TPE material (i.e., thermoplastic elastomer material).

[0041] Figure 2A and Figure 2B They are Figure 1A Exploded views of the cable ring 100 from different perspectives are shown. Figure 2C and 2D They are Figure 1A The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the grommets 100 to illustrate their specific structure. (See attached image.) Figures 2A-2D As shown, the first grommet portion 102 includes a body 202, a neck ring 206, and a pair of legs. Specifically, the body 202 is generally a column extending along its length. Its lower portion tapers gradually, allowing the body 202 to be mounted to the vehicle body sheet metal 401 (see...). Figures 4A-4C The neck ring 206 extends horizontally outward from the upper part of the main body 202 to provide support for the second loop portion 104. The upper surface of the neck ring 206 has a first groove 244 and a second groove 246 extending laterally. Several through holes 242 are evenly distributed along the outer edge of the neck ring 206. The first groove 244, the second groove 246, and the several through holes 242 provide a channel for the second loop portion 104 to be molded into the first loop portion 102.

[0042] like Figure 2A-2B As shown, the grommets 100 include a cavity 212 and a pair of windows. The cavity 212 is recessed downward from the upper surface of the body 202 for connection to a vehicle headlight (not shown). The body 202 has an axis extending along its length. The pair of windows are disposed on the sidewalls of the body 202 and communicate with the cavity 212. A pair of legs, each corresponding to a pair of windows, extend upward and outward from the body 202 to provide restraint for the grommets 100 to connect to the vehicle body sheet metal 401. The pair of legs are arranged symmetrically with respect to the axis of the body 202.

[0043] The following is combined with Figures 3A-3B Let's take a closer look at the specific structure of the pair of windows and the pair of legs in the first cable ring section 102.

[0044] Figure 3A yes Figure 1A The front view of the first cable loop portion 102 shown. Figure 3B yes Figure 1A The side view of the first cable loop portion 102 shown. Figures 3A-3BAs shown, a pair of windows are a first window 213 and a second window 214. The first window 213 and the second window 214 are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the main body 202 and are symmetrically arranged with respect to the main body 202. Each of the first window 213 and the second window 214 includes an upper edge 321, a lower edge 322, a left edge 323, and a right edge 324. The upper edge 321 and the lower edge 322 are arranged opposite each other, and the left edge 323 and the right edge 324 are arranged opposite each other. The upper edge 321 is defined by the lower surface of the neck ring 206. The left edge 323, the right edge 324, and the lower edge 322 are defined by the main body 202.

[0045] The support consists of a first leg 204 and a second leg 205. Specifically, the first leg 204 extends upward and outward (i.e., to the left) from a portion of the lower edge 322 of the first window 213. The upper end 331 of the first leg 204 is located below and at a distance from the neck ring 206, such that the first leg 204 can be accommodated within the first window 213 when bent inward. There is a gap between the top of the first leg 204 and the upper edge 321 of the first window 213. Similarly, the second leg 205 extends upward and outward (i.e., to the right) from a portion of the lower edge 322 of the second window 214. The upper end 332 of the second leg 205 is located below and at a distance from the neck ring 206, such that the second leg 205 can be accommodated within the second window 214 when bent inward. The top of the first leg 204 has a gap with the upper edge 321 of the second window 214.

[0046] like Figure 2C-2D As shown, the pair of legs have an extended position and a retracted position, and are capable of moving between the extended and retracted positions. Specifically, when the pair of legs are not subjected to external force, the pair of legs are tilted upward and outward relative to the main body 202 (i.e., at an angle to the outer surface of the main body 202), at which time the pair of legs are in the extended position (e.g., ...). Figure 2C (As shown). When a pair of legs are subjected to an inward external force, the upper ends 331 and 332 of the pair of legs will move inward (i.e., toward the cavity 212). When the pair of legs are respectively housed in a pair of windows, the pair of legs are in a retracted position (as shown). Figure 2D (As shown). Furthermore, when the pair of outriggers are no longer subjected to external force, they can return from the retracted position to the extended position. (As shown). Figures 4A-4C As shown, the vehicle body sheet metal 401 has a circular hole 403 for receiving the cable ring 100. The diameter of the circular hole 403 is the width L1. When the first leg 204 and the second leg 205 of the cable ring 100 are not subjected to external force and are in the unfolded position, the distance between the upper end 331 of the first leg 204 and the upper end 332 of the second leg 205 is the width L2. Wherein, the width L1 is less than the width L2.

[0047] Continue to refer to Figures 2A-2D The second grommets 104 include a cap 232, a pair of filling portions, and a pair of connecting portions. The cap 232 surrounds the neck ring 206. More specifically, the cap 232 covers the outer edge of the neck ring 206 and extends downward and outward beyond the outer edge of the neck ring 206, forming a sealing edge 211 at its free end. In the length direction, the downwardly extending sealing edge 211 of the cap 232 is lower than the upper ends 331 and 332 of the pair of legs, so that when the grommets 100 are installed in place on the vehicle body sheet metal, the sealing edge 211 of the cap 232 can abut against the upper surface 411 of the vehicle body sheet metal 401 (see...). Figures 4A-4C A pair of filling portions are a first filling portion 233 and a second filling portion 234. The first filling portion 233 fills the gap between the first window 213 and the first support leg 204, and the second filling portion 234 fills the gap between the second window 214 and the second support leg 205, so as to connect the upper edge 321, left edge 323 and right edge 324 of the pair of windows to the upper, left and right parts of the pair of support legs respectively, thereby preventing the cavity 212 from communicating with the outside of the main body 202 through the gap between the window and the support leg. A pair of connecting portions include a first connecting portion 217 and a second connecting portion 218. The first connecting portion 217 is disposed in the first groove 244, thereby connecting the first filling portion 233 to the cap 232. The second connecting portion 218 is disposed in the second groove 246, thereby connecting the second filling portion 234 to the cap 232.

[0048] Thus, although the main body 202 has a pair of windows, the gap between the pair of windows and the pair of legs has been filled by a pair of filling parts. Therefore, the cavity 212 in the main body 202 can only communicate with the outside through the opening at the top. In addition, the pair of filling parts in this application are made of an elastic material. Therefore, when the pair of legs move between the extended position and the retracted position, the pair of filling parts will deform, but they will still fill the gap between the pair of windows and the pair of legs.

[0049] Figures 4A-4C They are respectively to Figure 1A The diagram shown illustrates the process of installing the cable ring 100 onto the vehicle body sheet metal 401. Figures 4A-4C The figures show cross-sectional views of a pair of outriggers in the deployed position, a pair of outriggers in the retracted position, and the cable ring 100 in place.

[0050] like Figure 4AAs shown, a pair of legs in the grommets 100 are in the extended position without external force. When it is necessary to fix the grommets 100 to the vehicle body sheet metal 401, the user can place the grommets 100 above and align them with the holes 403, and apply a downward force to the grommets 100. Since the first leg 204 and the second leg 205 are tilted outward relative to the body 202, when the grommets 100 move downward, the outer surfaces of the first leg 204 and the second leg 205 will be subjected to a force exerted on them by the edge of the hole 403. The hole 403 exerts an inward force on the first leg 204 and the second leg 205, thereby causing the first leg 204 and the second leg 205 to bend. During the downward movement of the grommets 100, the first leg 204 and the second leg 205 bend inward to move from the extended position to the retracted position.

[0051] like Figure 4B As shown, when the sealing edge 211 contacts the upper surface 411 of the vehicle body sheet metal 401, the edge of the hole 403 abuts against the upper end 331 of the first support leg 204 and the upper end 332 of the second support leg 205, and the pair of support legs are in the retracted position. At this time, the distance between the upper end 331 of the first support leg 204 and the upper end 332 of the second support leg 205 is equal to the width L1. Since the first filling part 233 and the second filling part 234 are connected to the first support leg 204 and the second support leg 205 respectively, the first filling part 233 and the second filling part 234 will also deform inward accordingly. Subsequently, the user continues to apply a downward force to the grommets 100, causing them to continue to move downward until the vehicle body sheet metal 401 passes the upper end 331 of the first support leg 204 and the upper end 332 of the second support leg 205.

[0052] like Figure 4C As shown, when the body sheet metal 401 passes the upper end 331 of the first support leg 204 and the upper end 332 of the second support leg 205, the edge of the hole 403 no longer abuts against the first support leg 204 and the second support leg 205, and therefore the first support leg 204 and the second support leg 205 are no longer subjected to external force. The first support leg 204 and the second support leg 205, no longer subjected to external force, will return from the retracted position to the extended position (i.e., at this time, the distance between the upper end 331 of the first support leg 204 and the upper end 332 of the second support leg 205 is the width L2). At this time, because the edge of the hole 403 abuts against the first filling part 233 and the second filling part 234, and because the first filling part 233 and the second filling part 234 are elastic, deformation will occur. The deformation of the first filling part 233 and the second filling part 234 allows the first support leg 204 and the second support leg 205 to maintain the extended position while filling the gap between the pair of support legs and the pair of windows. In this way, the upper surfaces of the first leg 204 and the second leg 205 abut against the lower surface 412 of the vehicle body sheet metal 401 to restrict the upward movement of the cable ring 100, thereby preventing the cable ring 100 from coming out of the hole 403. Furthermore, when the cable ring 100... Figure 4BThe position shown is towards Figure 4C As the indicated position moves downward, the body panel 401 continuously applies force to the sealing edge 211 of the grommets 100. Because the sealing edge 211 is elastic, it deforms. The sealing edge 211 is compressed and pressed against the upper surface 411 of the body panel 401. In this way, the sealing edge 211 restricts the grommets 100 from continuing to move downward. At this point, the grommets 100 are installed in place on the body panel 401, which is positioned between the neck ring 206 and the outrigger.

[0053] As an example, after the grommets 100 are secured to the vehicle body sheet metal 401, the cavity 212 in the grommets 100 can be used to connect to a headlight (not shown). In this way, the grommets 100 can connect the headlight to the vehicle body sheet metal.

[0054] Generally, car headlights face the external environment. When it rains or snows, the headlights come into contact with fluids (such as water). However, the interior of the vehicle body sheet metal 401 (i.e., Figures 4A-4C The area below the sheet metal 401 shown is used to house components that require waterproofing, such as the engine. Therefore, the cable ring 100 needs to provide good waterproofing while serving as a connector.

[0055] The cable ring 100 of this application can achieve good sealing performance. This is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

[0056] First, the pair of legs of the grommets 100 can move between the extended and retracted positions, thereby preventing the hole 403 from being enlarged. Specifically, when the grommets 100 are installed onto the vehicle body sheet metal 401, the pair of legs can move inward without excessively compressing the hole 403, thus preventing the hole 403 from becoming larger. This avoids unnecessary gaps between the grommets 100 and the edge of the hole 403 after the grommets 100 are installed in place.

[0057] Second, the main body 202 of the cable ring 100 itself has good sealing performance. Specifically, the cable ring 100 fills the gap between the pair of windows and the pair of legs with a pair of filling parts, so that there are no connecting channels on the side wall of the main body 202. This prevents fluid from flowing from above the vehicle body sheet metal 401 to below the vehicle body sheet metal 401 through the connecting channels on the side wall.

[0058] Third, the grommets 100 and the holes 403 in the body sheet metal 401 have good sealing performance. Specifically, after the grommets 100 are installed in place on the body sheet metal 401, a pair of filler portions in the grommets 100 abut against the holes 403. The pair of filler portions are elastic and can fill the gap between the grommets 100 and the holes 403, thereby achieving good sealing performance.

[0059] Fourth, the grommets 100 and the upper surface 411 of the vehicle body sheet metal 401 have good sealing performance. Specifically, after the grommets 100 are installed on the vehicle body sheet metal 401, the sealing edge 211 of the grommets 100 abuts against the upper surface 411 of the vehicle body sheet metal 401. The sealing edge 211 is elastic, so the contact area between it and the upper surface 411 is large, thereby achieving a seal around the periphery of the hole 403.

[0060] Figure 5A This is a top perspective view of the cable loop 500 according to the second embodiment of this application. Figure 5B yes Figure 5A The image shows a bottom perspective view of the cable loop 500. (See image below.) Figures 5A-5B As shown, the grommets 500 include a first grommets portion 502 and a cap 504. The cap 504 is disposed on the upper part of the first grommets portion 502. The first grommets portion 502 is integrally molded from a first material, and the cap 504 is integrally molded from a second material. The cap 504 is molded to the first grommets portion 502 to form the grommets 500. As an example, the first material is plastic, and the second material is TPE material (i.e., thermoplastic elastomer material).

[0061] Figure 6A and 6B They are Figure 5A Exploded views of the cable ring 500 from different perspectives are shown. Figure 7A yes Figure 5A The front view of the first grommet portion 502 shown. Figure 7B yes Figure 5A The side view of the first grommet portion 502 shown. Figure 8A This is an axial sectional view of the cable ring 500, with the legs of the cable ring 500 in the unfolded position. Figure 8B This is a cross-sectional view of the grommets 500, with the legs of the grommets 500 in the retracted position, to show the specific structure of the grommets 500.

[0062] like Figures 6A-6B , Figures 7A-7B and Figures 8A-8B As shown, the first grommet portion 502 includes a body 602, an outer wall 620, a pair of legs, and a neck ring 606. The body 602 is generally a cylindrical body extending along its length. In this application, the body 602 is generally cylindrical, having an axis extending along its length. Its lower portion tapers gradually, thereby enabling the body 602 to be mounted to the vehicle body sheet metal 901 (see...). Figures 9A-9C It serves as a guide. The cavity 612 is formed by a downward indentation along the axis from the upper surface of the body 602 for connection with a vehicle lamp (not shown). The outer wall 620 surrounds the body 602. It includes a first side 801 and a second side 803 disposed opposite to the body 602 (see...). Figure 8AThe outer wall 620 comprises a first outer wall portion 621 and a second outer wall portion 622 at the location of the 500, and a third outer wall portion 623 and a fourth outer wall portion 624 disposed on opposite third and fourth sides of the main body 602. The first outer wall portion 621 and the second outer wall portion 622 are respectively disposed at a distance from the main body 602 to form a first channel 642 and a second channel 644. The first channel 642 and the second channel 644 are symmetrically arranged with respect to the axis of the grommets 500 and with respect to the cavity 612, and each extends a distance along the length direction of the main body 602. The third outer wall portion 623 and the fourth outer wall portion 624 are connected to the main body 602. The outer periphery of the outer wall 620 is approximately elliptical in cross-section, which can match the shape of the hole 903 (see Figure 9) on the sheet metal 901 of the vehicle body.

[0063] A neck ring 606 extends horizontally outward from the upper part of the main body 602 to provide support for the cap 504. The neck ring 606 has several perforations 641, which are evenly distributed along the outer edge of the neck ring 606 to provide a channel for the cap 504 to be molded into the first loop portion 502.

[0064] A cap 504 is disposed on the first grommet portion 502 and surrounds and supports the neck ring 606. More specifically, the cap 504 covers the outer edge of the neck ring 606 and extends downward and outward beyond the outer edge of the neck ring 606 to form a sealing edge 611 at its free end. In the length direction, the sealing edge 611 extending downward from the cap 504 is below the upper ends 731 and 732 of the pair of legs (see...). Figures 8A-8B As shown), this allows the sealing edge 611 of the cap 504 to abut against the upper surface 911 of the body sheet metal 901 when the grommets 500 are installed in place on the body sheet metal 901 (see Figure 1). Figures 9A-9C Furthermore, due to the pressure from the upper surface 911 of the body sheet metal 901, it expands and deforms outward, resulting in a reduction in length.

[0065] like Figures 7A-7B and Figures 8A-8BAs shown, the first loop portion 502 includes a pair of windows. The pair of windows are a first window 613 and a second window 614. The first window 613 and the second window 614 are respectively disposed on the first outer wall portion 621 and the second outer wall portion 622, and are symmetrically arranged with respect to the axis of the loop 500. The first window 613 is disposed on the first outer wall portion 621 and extends laterally through the first outer wall portion 621 to communicate with the first channel 642. The second window 614 is disposed on the second outer wall portion 622 and extends laterally through the second outer wall portion 622 to communicate with the second channel 644. Each of the first window 613 and the second window 614 includes an upper edge 721, a lower edge 722, a left edge 723, and a right edge 724. The upper edge 721 and the lower edge 722 are arranged opposite each other, and the left edge 723 and the right edge 724 are arranged opposite each other.

[0066] like Figures 7A-7B and Figures 8A-8B As shown, a pair of legs are a first leg 603 and a second leg 604. The first leg 603 and the second leg 604 are respectively disposed in the first window 613 and the second window 614, and are connected to the lower edge of their respective windows via their bottoms. Specifically, the first leg 603 extends upward and outward from a portion of the lower edge 722 of the first window 613 (i.e., at...). Figure 7A (As shown in the diagram, extending to the left). The upper end 731 of the first leg 603 is located below the upper edge 721 of the first window 613 and at a distance from the upper edge 721, so that the first leg 603 can be accommodated in the first window 613 when it bends inward. Similarly, the second leg 604 extends upward and outward from a portion of the lower edge 722 of the second window 614 (i.e., at the left). Figure 7A (As shown in the diagram, extending to the right). The upper end 732 of the second leg 604 is located below and a distance from the upper edge 721 of the second window 614, so that the second leg 604 can be accommodated in the second window 614 when it bends inward. That is, the first channel 642 and the second channel 644 can provide space for the inward bending of the first leg 603 and the second leg 604, respectively.

[0067] like Figures 8A-8B As shown, a pair of outriggers have an extended position and a retracted position, and are capable of moving between the extended and retracted positions. Specifically, as... Figure 8A As shown, when the pair of legs are not subjected to external force, the pair of legs are tilted outward relative to the main body 602 (i.e., set at an angle to the outer surface of the main body 602), and at this time the pair of legs are in the extended position. When the pair of legs are subjected to an inward external force, the upper ends 731 and 732 of the pair of legs will move inward (i.e., toward the cavity 612). Figure 8BAs shown, when a pair of outriggers are respectively accommodated in a pair of channels (i.e., the upper parts of a pair of outriggers enter a pair of channels respectively), the pair of outriggers are in the retracted position. Furthermore, when the pair of outriggers are no longer subjected to external force, the pair of outriggers can exit from the retracted position (e.g., Figure 8B (As shown) Return to the expanded position (e.g.) Figure 8A As shown). Figures 9A-9C As shown, the vehicle body sheet metal 901 has a circular hole 903 for receiving the cable ring 500. The diameter of the circular hole 903 is the width L1. When the first leg 603 and the second leg 604 of the cable ring 500 are not subjected to external force and are in the unfolded position, the distance between the upper end 731 of the first leg 603 and the upper end 732 of the second leg 604 is the width L2. Wherein, the width L1 is less than the width L2.

[0068] Figures 9A-9C They are shown respectively Figure 5A The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the grappling hook 500 with one pair of legs in the extended position, one pair of legs in the retracted position, and the grappling hook 500 installed in place. Figure 9A As shown, the pair of legs in the grommets 500 are in the extended position without external force. When it is necessary to fix the grommets 500 to the vehicle body sheet metal 901, the user can place the grommets 500 above the holes 903 and apply a downward force to the grommets 500. Since the first leg 603 and the second leg 604 are tilted outward relative to the body 602, when the grommets 500 move downward, the outer surfaces of the first leg 603 and the second leg 604 will be subjected to a force exerted on them by the edge of the holes 903. The holes 903 exert an inward force on the first leg 603 and the second leg 604, thereby causing the first leg 603 and the second leg 604 to bend inward. During the inward bending of the first leg 603 and the second leg 604, the pair of legs move from the extended position to the retracted position.

[0069] like Figure 9B As shown, when the edge of the hole 903 abuts against the upper end 731 of the first leg 603 and the upper end 732 of the second leg 604, the pair of legs are in the retracted position. At this time, the distance between the upper end 731 of the first leg 603 and the upper end 732 of the second leg 604 is equal to the width L1. As an example, the sealing edge 611 also contacts the upper surface 911 of the body sheet metal 901 at this time. Subsequently, the user continues to apply a downward force to the grommets 500, causing them to continue moving downward until the body sheet metal 901 passes the upper end 731 of the first leg 603 and the upper end 732 of the second leg 604.

[0070] like Figure 9CAs shown, after the body sheet metal 901 passes the upper end 731 of the first leg 603 and the upper end 732 of the second leg 604, the edge of the hole 903 no longer abuts against the first leg 603 and the second leg 604, and therefore the first leg 603 and the second leg 604 are no longer subjected to external force. The first leg 603 and the second leg 604, no longer subjected to external force, will return from the retracted position to the extended position (i.e., at this time, the distance between the upper end 731 of the first leg 603 and the upper end 732 of the second leg 604 is width L2). At this time, the first leg 603 and the second leg 604 abut against the lower surface 912 of the body sheet metal 901 to restrict the upward movement of the grommets 500, thereby preventing the grommets 500 from dislodging upward from the hole 903. Furthermore, when the grommets 500... Figure 9B The position shown is towards Figure 9C As the device moves downwards to the indicated position, the body sheet metal 901 continuously applies force to the sealing edge 611 of the grommets 500. Because the sealing edge 611 is elastic, it deforms. The sealing edge 611 is compressed and pressed against the upper surface 911 of the body sheet metal 901. In this way, the sealing edge 611 restricts the grommets 500 from continuing to move downwards. At this point, the grommets 500 are installed in place on the body sheet metal 901.

[0071] Similar to the first embodiment of this application, as an example, after the grommets 500 are fixed to the vehicle body sheet metal 901, the cavity 212 in the grommets 500 can be used to connect to a vehicle headlight (not shown). The grommets 500 need to provide good waterproof performance while serving as a connector.

[0072] The cable ring 500 of this application can achieve good sealing performance. This is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

[0073] First, the pair of legs of the grommets 500 can move between the extended and retracted positions, thus avoiding enlargement of the hole 903. Specifically, when the grommets 500 are installed onto the vehicle body sheet 901, the pair of legs can move inward without excessively compressing the hole 903, which would cause the hole 903 to become larger. This prevents unnecessary gaps between the grommets 500 and the edge of the hole 903 after the grommets 500 are installed in place.

[0074] Second, the main body 602 of the cable ring 500 itself has good sealing performance. Specifically, the cavity in the cable ring 500 is formed by the main body 602, so that there are no connecting channels on the side wall of the main body 602. This can prevent fluid from flowing from above the vehicle body sheet metal 901 to below the vehicle body sheet metal 901 through the connecting channels on the side wall.

[0075] Third, the grommets 500 and the upper surface 911 of the body sheet metal 901 have good sealing performance. Specifically, after the grommets 500 are installed on the body sheet metal 901, the sealing edge 611 of the grommets 500 abuts against the upper surface 911 of the body sheet metal 901. The sealing edge 611 is elastic, so the contact area between it and the upper surface 911 is large, thereby achieving a seal around the periphery of the hole 903, forming multiple layers of sealing protection.

[0076] Furthermore, the first loop portion 502 of the loop 500 can be integrally molded, thus offering advantages such as ease of manufacture and low cost. Specifically, when using a molding process, the mold needs to be separated from the product from the top and bottom. In the loop 500 of this application, a pair of channels are arranged on the outside of the main body 602, thereby providing space for the inward bending of a pair of legs. Moreover, the pair of channels extend vertically, enabling the first loop portion 502 to be integrally molded.

[0077] Although only some features of this application have been illustrated and described herein, many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, it should be understood that the appended claims are intended to cover all such modifications and variations that fall within the essential spirit and scope of this application.

Claims

1. A cable loop, characterized in that, include: main body; A cavity is formed by a downward indentation from the upper surface of the body; A pair of windows are disposed on the side wall of the main body and communicate with the cavity; A pair of legs, each connected to the lower edge of the pair of windows via its bottom; A neck ring extends outward from the upper part of the body and is located above the pair of windows and the pair of legs; as well as A pair of filling portions, which respectively fill the gap between the pair of legs and the corresponding windows, and connect the pair of legs to the corresponding pair of windows; The pair of filling portions are elastic, so that the pair of legs have an extended position and a retracted position, and are able to move between the extended position and the retracted position; The pair of legs are configured such that when the pair of legs are in the extended position, the tops of the pair of legs are outside the corresponding windows, and when the pair of legs are in the retracted position, the pair of legs are respectively housed in the pair of windows.

2. The cable loop according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pair of legs are configured such that when the pair of legs are in the unfolded position, the pair of legs extend upward and outward relative to the body.

3. The cable loop according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A cap, which surrounds and is connected to the neck ring, and has a sealing edge at its free end.

4. The cable loop according to claim 3, characterized in that: The sealing edge is below the top of the pair of legs.

5. The cable loop according to claim 3, characterized in that, Also includes: A pair of connecting portions, which respectively connect the pair of filling portions to the cap.

6. The cable loop according to claim 5, characterized in that: The main body, the pair of legs, and the neck ring are integrally molded from a first material to form a first loop portion, and the pair of filling portions, the cap, and the pair of connecting portions are integrally molded from a second material to form a second loop portion, and the second loop portion is molded onto the first loop portion to form the loop.

7. The cable loop according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the pair of windows includes a top edge and a bottom edge that are set opposite to each other, as well as a left edge and a right edge that are set opposite to each other. The upper edge is defined by the lower surface of the neck ring, the left edge and the right edge are defined by the body, and the pair of legs are connected to the lower edge.

8. The cable loop according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pair of windows and the pair of legs are arranged symmetrically with respect to the axis of the cable ring.

9. The cable loop according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cable ring is used to be installed onto the vehicle body sheet metal, which has a round hole. The cable loop is configured such that when the pair of legs are in the extended position, the distance between the tops of the pair of legs is greater than the diameter of the circular hole, and when the pair of legs are in the retracted position, the distance between the tops of the pair of legs is less than or equal to the diameter of the circular hole.

10. The cable loop according to claim 9, characterized in that: The grommets are configured such that when the grommets are installed in place on the vehicle body sheet metal, the vehicle body sheet metal is clamped between the neck ring and the outrigger.

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