A transparent rain cover

By designing a transparent rain cover with a transparent body and a tightening rope structure, the problem of waterproofing and observation of outdoor equipment in power plants under extreme weather conditions is solved. It also enables easy installation and disassembly, improving the practicality of the rain cover.

CN224314684UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-02HUIZHOU SHENNENGYUAN FENGDA ELECTRIC POWER CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUIZHOU SHENNENGYUAN FENGDA ELECTRIC POWER CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-04
Publication Date
2026-06-02

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Technical Problem

Existing rainproof structures for power plant outdoor equipment suffer from problems such as opacity, cumbersome and inconvenient installation, and difficulty in effectively waterproofing and monitoring equipment status under extreme weather conditions.

Method used

Design a transparent rain cover with a transparent body and a tightening cord structure. It prevents rainwater from entering through the wire hole and rainproof edge. The transparent material makes it easy to observe the equipment and is easy to install and disassemble.

Benefits of technology

It achieves effective waterproofing in extreme weather, allows for transparent observation of equipment status, and is easy to install and disassemble, thus improving the practicality of the rain cover.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to rain cover technical field provides a kind of transparent rain cover, comprising: transparent cover and tightening pull rope;The top of transparent cover is equipped with the shaping part for positioning, and the bottom of transparent cover is open, multiple threading holes are set on the bottom of transparent cover circumferential side, and tightening pull rope is sequentially threaded in each threading hole, and the bottom of transparent cover is set to be movably tightened.When it rains, the transparent rain cover of the application can prevent the outside rain from entering the equipment from the top or the circumferential side, thereby ensuring the waterproof effect of the equipment;And because the transparent cover is made of transparent material, the operator can directly observe the running state of the equipment, and can clearly see the electronic display screen of the equipment;And, the transparent rain cover of the application only needs to be installed by sleeving and tightening the tightening pull rope, and can be disassembled by dispersing the tightening pull rope, so the installation and disassembly are more convenient.Therefore, the practicality of the transparent rain cover of the application is better.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of rain cover technology, specifically a transparent rain cover. Background Technology

[0002] Due to the nature of power plant operations, many power plants have outdoor equipment. Under extreme weather conditions such as thunderstorms and strong winds, this outdoor equipment is at risk of rainwater intrusion. This is especially true in southern my country, where the rainy season often lasts for months and is frequently accompanied by sudden torrential downpours. Against this backdrop, equipment water ingress accidents are frequent. Once rainwater seeps into the equipment, it can cause minor issues such as short circuits in electrical components and decreased insulation performance, leading to partial malfunctions. More serious problems can directly damage core components, significantly shortening the equipment's lifespan and increasing maintenance costs and downtime. In even more severe cases, water ingress can trigger malfunctions in the unit's protection devices, causing the unit to trip, interrupting power supply, affecting regional power stability, and potentially triggering a chain reaction that threatens the safe operation of the entire power system.

[0003] Therefore, a rainproof structure is needed for waterproofing, but existing rainproof structures have significant shortcomings: canvas rain covers are opaque, making it difficult for users to visually inspect the equipment's operating status; and the fixing methods for rain canopies, stainless steel rain covers, and glass rain covers are cumbersome and inconvenient to install and disassemble. Consequently, the practicality of current rainproof structures is poor. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings of the existing technology, the present invention provides a transparent rain cover.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A transparent rain cover includes: a transparent cover body and a tightening cord;

[0007] The top of the transparent cover is provided with a shaping part for positioning, the bottom of the transparent cover is open, and multiple thread holes are opened on the periphery of the bottom of the transparent cover. The tightening rope is sequentially threaded through each of the thread holes and is movably tightened at the bottom of the transparent cover.

[0008] In some embodiments, a rainproof edge is provided on the outer periphery of the transparent cover, and the rainproof edge is positioned above the threading hole to prevent rainwater from flowing into the transparent cover from the threading hole.

[0009] In some embodiments, the rainproof edge is V-shaped or arc-shaped, with its opening facing downwards, so as to abut against the downward-facing tightening cord inside the corresponding threading hole.

[0010] In some embodiments, a pull cord protection post is provided on the outer periphery of the transparent cover. The pull cord protection post is located below one of the threading holes, and a protective groove for accommodating the tightening pull cord is provided at the bottom end of the pull cord protection post.

[0011] In some embodiments, the cover includes a plurality of side membranes and a top membrane, the top membrane being configured as a shaping portion, the top membrane being interconnected with each of the side membranes and with each of the side membranes, and a silicone layer being disposed on the top membrane.

[0012] In some embodiments, the cover has a vent, and a vent valve is connected to the side wall of the vent.

[0013] In some embodiments, a metal buckle is attached to the sidewall of the thread hole.

[0014] In some embodiments, the transparent cover and the tightening cord are made of one of silicone, polyvinyl chloride and polytetrafluoroethylene.

[0015] In some embodiments, the thickness of the transparent cover is 0.5 mm to 1.0 mm.

[0016] In some embodiments, the transparent cover includes a plurality of side films and a top film, the top film being configured as a shaping part, and the connection between the top film and each of the side films, and between the side films, is achieved by hot-melt welding.

[0017] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: A transparent cover with a tightening rope is placed over the equipment, and the bottom of the transparent cover is tightened by the tightening rope, thus covering the equipment. In rainy weather, this transparent rain cover prevents rainwater from seeping into the equipment from the top or sides, ensuring the equipment's waterproof effect. Furthermore, because the transparent cover is made of a transparent material, operators can directly observe the equipment's operating status and clearly see the electronic display screen, even operating the buttons through the screen. Moreover, the transparent rain cover can be installed simply by putting it on and tightening the tightening rope, and disassembled by untying the rope, making installation and disassembly much simpler. Therefore, the transparent rain cover of this application is more practical. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the transparent rain cover of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the transparent rain cover of this utility model in its transparent state;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the transparent rain cover of this utility model.

[0021] 10. Transparent rain cover; 100. Transparent cover body; 110. Shaping part; 120. Threading hole; 200. Tightening pull cord; 300. Rainproof edge; 400. Pull cord protection post; 500. Metal buckle; 600. Ventilation valve body. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The described embodiments are some, but not all, of the embodiments of this utility model.

[0023] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 1 and Figure 3 For ease of understanding, the transparent cover 100 is shown as opaque in the diagram. However, in actual production, the transparent cover 100 is transparent. Figure 2 As shown in the image.

[0025] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in this embodiment, a transparent rain cover 10 is provided, including: a transparent cover body 100 and a tightening pull cord 200; the top of the transparent cover body 100 is provided with a shaping part 110 for positioning, the bottom of the transparent cover body 100 is open, and a plurality of wire holes 120 are opened on the periphery of the bottom of the transparent cover body 100. The tightening pull cord 200 is sequentially passed through each wire hole 120 and is movably tightened at the bottom of the transparent cover body 100.

[0026] Specifically, the transparent cover 100 is made of transparent material and is used to cover the equipment to waterproof it. The shape of the shaping part 110 of the transparent cover 100 is adapted to the shape of the top of the equipment so that the transparent cover 100 can be positioned and supported on the equipment, thereby preventing the transparent cover 100 from easily shifting during use and further preventing it from being washed off in heavy rain. The transparent cover 100 covers the entire structure from top to bottom, with an open bottom structure. Multiple threading holes 120 are evenly provided on the periphery of the bottom end to accommodate the tightening pull rope 200. The tightening pull rope 200 is passed through each threading hole 120 in sequence, ensuring that the tightening pull rope 200 can move freely within the threading holes 120. The two ends of the tightening pull rope 200 can be provided with handles or rope buckles for easy operation by the user. That is, the transparent rain cover 10 of this application adopts a pull rope binding structure to tightly wrap the equipment.

[0027] It is worth noting that the transparent cover 100, with a tightening cord 200 threaded through it, is placed over the equipment, and the bottom of the transparent cover 100 is tightened by the tightening cord 200, thus covering the equipment. In rainy weather, the transparent rain cover 10 of this application can prevent rainwater from seeping into the equipment from the top or sides, thereby ensuring the equipment's waterproof effect. Furthermore, because the transparent cover 100 is made of transparent material, operators can directly observe the equipment's operating status and clearly see the electronic display screen, even operating the buttons through the screen. Moreover, the transparent rain cover 10 of this application can be installed simply by slipping on and tightening the tightening cord 200, and disassembled by unscrewing the tightening cord 200, making installation and disassembly much simpler. Therefore, the transparent rain cover 10 of this application has better practicality.

[0028] To further prevent rainwater from seeping in, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in some embodiments, a rainproof edge 300 is provided on the outer periphery of the transparent cover 100, and the rainproof edge 300 is provided above the wire hole 120 to prevent rainwater from flowing into the transparent cover 100 from the wire hole 120.

[0029] Specifically, the rainproof edge 300 is positioned above the wire hole 120 to block rain from entering the equipment, thus preventing rainwater from seeping into the equipment from the bottom of the transparent cover 100 and further expanding the waterproof area. Furthermore, when the bottom of the equipment is wider, rainwater can easily flow into the wire hole 120; in this case, the rainproof edge 300 can provide waterproofing. The specific placement of the rainproof edge 300 depends on actual production conditions and is not limited here; it only needs to ensure that rainwater is prevented from flowing into the transparent cover 100 from the wire hole 120.

[0030] To improve the rainproof effect of the rainproof edge 300, in some embodiments, the rainproof edge 300 is V-shaped or arc-shaped, with its opening facing downwards, so as to support the downward-facing tightening rope 200 in the corresponding threading hole 120.

[0031] Specifically, the bottom end of the rainproof edge 300 is located below the center line of the wire hole 120. In this way, the bottom end of the rainproof edge 300 can support the tightening rope 200 that passes through the wire hole 120, so as to prevent rainwater from flowing into the interior of the transparent cover 100 through the guide of the tightening rope 200, thereby further ensuring the dryness of the interior of the transparent cover 100 and achieving a better waterproof effect.

[0032] like Figure 3 As shown, in one embodiment, the rainproof edge 300 is V-shaped.

[0033] In another embodiment, the rainproof edge 300 is configured as an arc shape, for example, a semi-circular arc.

[0034] To facilitate the use of tightening the pull rope 200, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, a pull cord protection post 400 is provided on the outer periphery of the transparent cover 100. The pull cord protection post 400 is located below a wire hole 120, and a protective groove for accommodating the tightening pull cord 200 is provided at the bottom end of the pull cord protection post 400.

[0035] Specifically, the pull rope protection post 400 has guide holes on both sides, with the guide holes penetrating only vertically and having side walls on all sides. The bottom end of the pull rope protection post 400 has a protective groove that communicates with the guide holes at both ends. The two ends of the tightening pull rope 200 can pass through the corresponding guide holes. The side walls of the guide holes guide the tightening pull rope 200. Finally, after reaching the specified length, a knot is tied, placing the knot within the protective groove. This not only ensures that the tail end of the tightening pull rope 200 is located below the threaded hole 120, further waterproofing it and improving the tightening effect, but also provides some protection for the clamped pull rope through the protective groove.

[0036] To make the connection between the transparent cover 100 and the device more secure, in some embodiments, the cover includes multiple side films and a top film, the top film is configured as a shaping part 110, the top film is connected to each side film and to each side film, and a silicone layer is provided on the top film.

[0037] Specifically, a silicone layer is provided on the inner surface of the top membrane. Silicone has a certain adsorption capacity, and through the adsorption effect of the silicone layer, the connection strength between the transparent cover 100 and the equipment can be further increased. This prevents the transparent rain cover from easily detaching from the equipment.

[0038] To facilitate compatibility with equipment that requires ventilation during operation, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the cover has a vent, and a vent valve 600 is connected to the side wall of the vent.

[0039] Specifically, the vent valve 600 is located on one side of the transparent cover 100 near the bottom or in another position other than the top, to ensure both ventilation and waterproofing. Furthermore, the vent valve 600 can be a commonly available waterproof and breathable valve, fixed to the vent with glue or screws to ensure a secure and well-sealed installation, thus achieving both ventilation and preventing rainwater ingress.

[0040] To extend the service life of the wire hole 120, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in some embodiments, a metal buckle 500 is attached to the sidewall of the thread hole 120.

[0041] Specifically, by attaching a metal buckle 500 to the side wall of the wire hole 120, the side wall of the wire hole 120 can be protected, preventing the wire hole 120 from cracking after long-term wear, thereby extending the service life of the transparent cover 100 of the wire hole 120. Furthermore, the material of the metal buckle 500 can be, but is not limited to, copper.

[0042] To facilitate the manufacture of the transparent cover 100, in some embodiments, the transparent cover 100 and the tightening cord 200 are made of one of silicone, polyvinyl chloride and polytetrafluoroethylene.

[0043] Specifically, the transparent cover 100 needs to be made of a transparent, easily disassembled, sturdy, and durable material that can withstand wind and sun exposure, and is resistant to oil stains, acids, alkalis, and aging. Therefore, silicone, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), or polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) can be selected. Preferably, the transparent cover 100 is made of PVC. PVC is soft, wrinkle-resistant, oil-resistant, acid and alkali resistant, aging resistant, has good tensile strength, does not deform at high temperatures, does not crack at low temperatures, has no obvious melting point, and a melting temperature of 145℃. However, the thermal control equipment in power plants is basically room temperature equipment, and the motors of the electric actuators also operate intermittently with very short operating times. Under normal circumstances, the temperature of the thermal control equipment will not exceed 70℃. PVC also maintains stable performance when used in an environment of 100℃, therefore, it is the best material.

[0044] To facilitate the use of the transparent cover 100, in some embodiments, the thickness of the transparent cover 100 is 0.5mm to 1.0mm.

[0045] Specifically, the thickness of the transparent cover 100 is set according to actual production needs and is not limited here. For example, a 1.0 mm thick PVC layer is used for large-sized equipment; a 0.5 mm thick PVC layer is used for small-sized equipment; and a 0.75 mm thick PVC layer is used for the transparent cover 100.

[0046] To facilitate the production of the transparent cover 100, in some embodiments, the transparent cover 100 includes multiple side films and a top film, the top film is configured as a shaping part 110, and the connection between the top film and each side film, and between each side film, is by hot melt welding.

[0047] Specifically, the transparent cover 100 is manufactured using a full-heat-fusion welding process to ensure tight sealing of the seams and corrosion resistance. The manufacturing process is as follows:

[0048] First, the PVC layer is cut into a top film and multiple side films according to the design dimensions. The top film and side films are then connected by hot-melt welding to form a complete cover shape, such as a square frame. Multiple wire holes 120 are evenly spaced at the bottom of the cover, and metal clips 500 are installed on the side walls of the wire holes 120. A rainproof edge 300 is installed at the upper end of the wire holes 120. The rainproof edge 300 can be made of the same PVC material as the transparent cover 100 and is fixed to the cover by hot pressing or other methods, forming an inverted V-shape. Additionally, the transparent cover 100 can be fitted with pull cord protection posts 400, vent valves 600, and silicone layers as needed.

[0049] Instructions for use: When using the transparent rain cover 10, place the transparent cover 100 over the item to be protected from rain, ensuring complete coverage. Then, pull the tightening cord 200 to gradually tighten the bottom of the transparent cover 100, conforming to the edge of the item. During pulling, the cord guard post 400 ensures the cord's position remains stable and prevents slippage. After tightening, the airflow inside the cover can be adjusted via the ventilation valve 600 as needed. After use, release the tightening cord 200 to easily remove the rain cover.

[0050] Therefore, the transparent rain cover 10 of this application has advantages such as being fully transparent, aesthetically pleasing, and easy to install and remove. Furthermore, the rain cover can be directly cut according to the site conditions. Due to the special nature of the material and the superior structural design, the cut will not be further torn, thus preserving the rain cover structure and its rainproof function. For example, if the site environment is complex and there are various pipes and lines obstructing the view, making it impossible to fit the rain cover, an opening can be cut at the corresponding location for installation. Therefore, the transparent rain cover 10 of this application can handle relatively complex site conditions.

[0051] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0052] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0053] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "sag" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0054] In this invention, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above or below" the first feature may include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on" the first feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the first feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0055] Although the description of this utility model has been given in conjunction with the specific embodiments described above, it is obvious to those skilled in the art that many substitutions, modifications, and variations can be made based on the above description. Therefore, all such substitutions, modifications, and variations are included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A transparent rain cover, characterized in that, include: Transparent enclosure and tightening cord; The top of the transparent cover is provided with a shaping part for positioning, the bottom of the transparent cover is open, and multiple thread holes are opened on the periphery of the bottom of the transparent cover. The tightening rope is sequentially threaded through each of the thread holes and is movably tightened at the bottom of the transparent cover.

2. The transparent rain cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer periphery of the transparent cover is provided with a rainproof edge, and the rainproof edge is located above the threading hole to prevent rainwater from flowing into the transparent cover through the threading hole.

3. A transparent rain cover according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rainproof edge is V-shaped or arc-shaped, with its opening facing downwards, so as to support the downward-facing tightening rope inside the corresponding threading hole.

4. A transparent rain cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, A pull cord protection post is provided on the outer periphery of the transparent cover. The pull cord protection post is located below one of the threading holes, and the bottom end of the pull cord protection post is provided with a protective groove for accommodating the tightening pull cord.

5. A transparent rain cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover includes multiple side films and a top film. The top film is configured as a shaping part. The top film is interconnected with each of the side films and with each of the side films. A silicone layer is provided on the top film.

6. A transparent rain cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover has a vent, and a vent valve is connected to the side wall of the vent.

7. A transparent rain cover according to claim 1, characterized in that, A metal buckle is attached to the side wall of the thread hole.

8. A transparent rain cover according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The transparent cover and the tightening cord are made of one of silicone, polyvinyl chloride and polytetrafluoroethylene.

9. A transparent rain cover according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The thickness of the transparent cover is 0.5mm to 1.0mm.

10. A transparent rain cover according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The transparent cover includes multiple side films and a top film. The top film is configured as a shaping part. The connection between the top film and each of the side films, and between each of the side films, is achieved by hot-melt welding.