Novel rubber shell for automobile

By setting a limit component and a rubber clamping outer ring in the rubber housing of the automobile wiring harness, the problem of loose wiring harness connectors is solved, and the service life and adaptability of the wiring harness are improved.

CN223487761UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-28SUZHOU XINGKAISHENG INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422703504.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-06
Publication Date
2025-10-28
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-06

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

When the automotive wiring harness has no limit mechanism in the rubber stretch shell, the wiring harness connector may become loose, causing the insulation layer to wear and shortening the service life.

Method used

A limiting component is set in the stretchable rubber outer tube shell, and the elastic force of the steel wire deformable strip is used to thicken the surface layer to wrap around the outside of the power conductor. A rubber locking outer ring and a stretch spring are set at the electrical connector to enhance fixation and adaptability.

Benefits of technology

Effectively fix the position of power wires, reduce the risk of loosening of wiring harness connectors, reduce insulation wear, extend the service life of the wiring harness, and adapt to electrical connectors of different sizes.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a novel rubber shell for an automobile, which belongs to the field of automobile accessories and comprises a stretchable rubber outer tube shell, side expanding plugs are symmetrically and fixedly connected to the front end and the rear end of the stretchable rubber outer tube shell, and a plurality of power leads penetrate through the inner ends of the side expanding plugs. The power supply wires are arranged in parallel, the inner end of the side expanding plug is fixedly connected with a limiting assembly, the limiting assembly is wound around the outer sides of the power supply wires, the limiting assembly comprises an elastic thickening surface layer, and the inner end of the elastic thickening surface layer is fixedly connected with a pair of steel wire deformable strips. According to the scheme, the limiting assembly is arranged in the stretchable rubber outer tube shell, the limiting assembly is wound on the outer sides of the power supply wires through the elastic thickening surface layers with the built-in steel wire deformable strips, the exteriors of the power supply wires are attached and wrapped, and the service life of the wire harness can be prolonged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts, and more specifically, to a novel rubber shell for automobiles. Background Technology

[0002] Rubber stretch shells for automotive wiring harnesses are essential components specifically designed to protect automotive wiring harnesses. They are typically made of highly elastic rubber. This rubber can stretch within a certain range to accommodate wiring harnesses of different lengths and shapes, tightly wrapping around the harness and providing comprehensive protection.

[0003] When using a rubber stretch shell for automotive wiring harnesses, if the internal wiring harness lacks a limiting mechanism, the harness may move relative to the vehicle within the shell. Under vibration and bumps during vehicle operation, the connectors of the harness may loosen due to frequent movement. Furthermore, the free movement of the harness within the shell can easily cause friction with the inner wall of the shell and other wiring harnesses. Over time, this can lead to accelerated wear of the wiring harness's insulation layer and a reduced lifespan. Therefore, a new type of automotive rubber shell with a built-in limiting mechanism is needed to solve these problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problems existing in the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a novel rubber housing for automobiles. This solution includes a limiting component in a stretchable rubber outer shell. The limiting component is wrapped around the outside of multiple power wires by an elastic thickened surface layer with built-in deformable steel wire strips, thus fitting and wrapping the outside of the power wires and helping to extend the service life of the wiring harness.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution.

[0006] A novel rubber housing for automobiles includes a stretchable rubber outer shell. Side expansion plugs are symmetrically fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the stretchable rubber outer shell. Multiple power wires pass through the inner ends of the side expansion plugs and are arranged in parallel. A limiting component is fixedly connected to the inner end of the side expansion plugs. The limiting component is wound around the outer side of the multiple power wires. The limiting component includes an elastic thickened surface layer. A pair of deformable steel wire strips are fixedly connected to the inner end of the elastic thickened surface layer and are arranged symmetrically from left to right.

[0007] Furthermore, the outer end of the side expander is fixedly connected with a protruding thread, and the side expander is engaged with the automotive accessory mounting hole through the protruding thread.

[0008] Furthermore, both the upper and lower ends of the elastic thickened surface layer are fixedly connected to a breathable outer layer, and the input ends of multiple power cords are electrically connected to electrical connectors.

[0009] Furthermore, a rubber engaging outer ring is fixedly connected to one end of the limiting component near the electrical connector, and the rubber engaging outer ring is sleeved on the outside of the electrical connector.

[0010] Furthermore, a tension spring is provided at the lower end of the rubber engagement outer ring, and a partition opening is fixedly connected between the left and right inner walls of the tension spring.

[0011] Furthermore, an anti-slip inner liner is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the rubber engagement outer ring, and the rubber engagement outer ring is engaged with the outer side of the electrical connector through the anti-slip inner liner.

[0012] Furthermore, the inner wall of the stretchable rubber outer shell is provided with a waterproof inner layer, and the outer wall of the stretchable rubber outer shell is provided with a friction-resistant outer layer.

[0013] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this utility model are:

[0014] (1) This solution sets a limiting component in the stretchable rubber outer shell. The limiting component is wrapped around the outside of multiple power wires by the elastic thickened surface layer of the built-in deformable steel wire strip, and the outside of the power wires is fitted and wrapped. The limiting component is made of deformable material, which can be adapted to power wires of different dimensions. It can effectively fix the position of the power wires in the stretchable rubber outer shell, which can greatly reduce the risk of loosening of the wire harness connector, reduce the wear of the insulation layer, and help extend the service life of the wire harness.

[0015] (2) A rubber engaging outer ring is provided at the connection between the limiting component and the electrical connector. The rubber engaging outer ring can engage with the electrical connector to make the limiting component stably set on the outside of the overall wire harness. The rubber engaging outer ring is provided with a tension spring at the partition opening below it. The tension spring can make the dimensions of the rubber engaging outer ring change flexibly, so that it can be adapted to electrical connectors of different sizes. The anti-slip inner liner in the rubber engaging outer ring can improve the tightness of the connection between the rubber engaging outer ring and the outer wall of the electrical connector, making it less likely to loosen. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the axial side structure of the stretchable rubber outer shell of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal limiting component of the stretchable rubber outer tube shell of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a partially truncated enlarged structural diagram of the limiting component of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a partially enlarged structural diagram of the rubber engaging outer ring of this utility model.

[0020] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:

[0021] 1. Side expansion plug; 2. Protruding thread; 3. Stretchable rubber outer shell; 4. Power cord; 5. Limiting component; 6. Rubber locking outer ring; 7. Electrical connector; 8. Elastic thickened surface layer; 9. Breathable outer layer; 10. Deformable steel wire strip; 11. Tension spring; 12. Partition opening; 13. Anti-slip inner liner; 14. Waterproof inner layer; 15. Friction-resistant outer layer. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "top / bottom," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "sleeved / connected," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] Example:

[0026] Please see Figure 1-4A novel rubber shell for automobiles includes a stretchable rubber outer shell 3. Side expansion plugs 1 are symmetrically fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the stretchable rubber outer shell 3. Multiple power wires 4 pass through the inner end of the side expansion plugs 1. The multiple power wires 4 are arranged in parallel. A limiting component 5 is fixedly connected to the inner end of the side expansion plugs 1. The limiting component 5 is wound around the outer side of the multiple power wires 4. The limiting component 5 includes an elastic thickened surface layer 8. A pair of steel wire deformable strips 10 are fixedly connected to the inner end of the elastic thickened surface layer 8. The two steel wire deformable strips 10 are arranged symmetrically from left to right.

[0027] Please see Figure 2-4 The outer end of the side expansion plug 1 is fixedly connected with a protruding thread 2. The side expansion plug 1 is engaged with the automotive parts mounting hole through the protruding thread 2. Both the upper and lower ends of the elastic thickened surface layer 8 are fixedly connected with a breathable outer layer 9. The input ends of multiple power wires 4 are electrically connected with an electrical connector 7. The end of the limiting component 5 near the electrical connector 7 is fixedly connected with a rubber engaging outer ring 6. The rubber engaging outer ring 6 is sleeved on the outside of the electrical connector 7. The lower end of the rubber engaging outer ring 6 is provided with a tension spring 11. The left and right inner walls of the tension spring 11 are fixedly connected with a partition opening 12. The inner side wall of the rubber engaging outer ring 6 is fixedly connected with an anti-slip inner liner 13. The rubber engaging outer ring 6 is engaged with the outside of the electrical connector 7 through the anti-slip inner liner 13. The inner side wall of the stretchable rubber outer shell 3 is provided with a waterproof inner layer 14. The outer side wall of the stretchable rubber outer shell 3 is provided with a friction-resistant outer layer 15.

[0028] Please see Figure 1-4This solution provides physical protection for the automotive wiring harness by having the power conductor 4 pass through the inside and outside of the stretchable rubber outer shell 3. The side expansion plug 1 is engaged with the automotive accessory mounting hole via the protruding thread 2, ensuring the stable placement of the power conductor 4 within the stretchable rubber outer shell 3 and preventing damage from external wear, scratches, and impacts. Furthermore, a limiting component 5 is installed within the stretchable rubber outer shell 3. This limiting component 5, through the elastic thickened surface layer 8 of the built-in deformable steel wire strip 10, wraps around the outside of multiple power conductors 4, tightly encasing them. The use of deformable material to form the limiting component 5 allows it to adapt to power conductors 4 of different dimensions, effectively fixing the position of the power conductor 4 within the stretchable rubber outer shell 3. This significantly reduces the risk of loose wiring harness connectors and minimizes insulation wear, thus extending the lifespan of the wiring harness. Simultaneously, the elastic thickened surface layer 8 further enhances the protection. The thick layer 8 is provided with breathable outer layers 9 on the top and bottom. The breathable outer layers 9 can dissipate the heat of the power cord 4 during operation, improving the functionality of the elastic thickened layer 8. The connection between the limiting component 5 and the electrical connector 7 is provided with a rubber engaging outer ring 6. The rubber engaging outer ring 6 can engage with the electrical connector 7 to stably position the limiting component 5 on the outside of the overall wire harness. The rubber engaging outer ring 6 is provided with a tension spring 11 in the partition opening 12 below it. The tension spring 11 can flexibly change the dimension of the rubber engaging outer ring 6 to adapt to electrical connectors 7 of different sizes. The rubber engaging outer ring 6 is provided with an anti-slip inner liner 13 to improve the tightness of the connection between the rubber engaging outer ring 6 and the outer wall of the electrical connector 7, making it less likely to loosen. When the protruding thread 2 is in use, the waterproof inner layer 14 on the inside and the abrasion-resistant outer layer 15 on the outside can improve the service life and functionality of the stretchable rubber outer shell 3.

[0029] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model; however, the scope of protection of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this utility model, based on the technical solution and its improved concept, should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A novel rubber housing for automobiles, comprising a stretchable rubber outer shell (3), characterized in that: The front and rear ends of the stretchable rubber outer shell (3) are symmetrically fixedly connected with side expansion plugs (1). Multiple power wires (4) pass through the inner end of the side expansion plugs (1). The multiple power wires (4) are arranged in parallel. The inner end of the side expansion plugs (1) is fixedly connected with a limiting component (5). The limiting component (5) is wound around the outer side of the multiple power wires (4). The limiting component (5) includes an elastic thickened surface layer (8). The inner end of the elastic thickened surface layer (8) is fixedly connected with a pair of steel wire deformable strips (10), and the two steel wire deformable strips (10) are arranged symmetrically from left to right.

2. The novel automotive rubber shell according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer end of the side expansion plug (1) is fixedly connected with a protruding thread (2), and the side expansion plug (1) is engaged with the automotive parts mounting hole through the protruding thread (2).

3. The novel automotive rubber shell according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper and lower ends of the elastic thickened surface layer (8) are fixedly connected to a breathable outer layer (9), and the input ends of the multiple power wires (4) are electrically connected to an electrical connector (7).

4. A novel rubber shell for automobiles according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting component (5) has a rubber locking outer ring (6) fixedly connected to one end near the electrical connector (7), and the rubber locking outer ring (6) is sleeved on the outside of the electrical connector (7).

5. A novel rubber shell for automobiles according to claim 4, characterized in that: A tension spring (11) is provided at the lower end of the rubber engagement outer ring (6), and a partition opening (12) is fixedly connected between the left and right inner walls of the tension spring (11).

6. A novel rubber shell for automobiles according to claim 5, characterized in that: The inner wall of the rubber engagement outer ring (6) is fixedly connected to an anti-slip inner liner (13), and the rubber engagement outer ring (6) is engaged with the outer side of the electrical connector (7) by the anti-slip inner liner (13).

7. A novel rubber shell for automobiles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the stretchable rubber outer shell (3) is provided with a waterproof inner layer (14), and the outer wall of the stretchable rubber outer shell (3) is provided with a friction-resistant outer layer (15).