A power extension cable with a light-emitting module

Abstract

This utility model applies to the field of power extension cords, specifically a power extension cord with a light-emitting module. It includes a wire harness, with a first connector group and a second connector group connected to both ends of the wire harness. The first connector group has a first housing and a second housing, which are fastened together. A receiving space is provided between the first and second housings, and a first connecting terminal is provided between them. A PCB board is located at the bottom of the receiving space of the second housing, and the light-emitting module is connected to the PCB board. A light-transmitting groove for light propagation is opened at the top of the first housing, and a light guide is inserted into the first housing at the light-transmitting groove. The light-emitting module is positioned between the first and second housings, and light propagation is achieved through the light-transmitting groove and the light guide, thus enabling the light to be emitted. The light-emitting module does not contact the wire harness, and the heat generated by the light-emitting module during operation will not affect the service life of the wire harness.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of power extension cord technology, specifically a power extension cord with a light-emitting module. Background Technology

[0002] A power extension cord (also known as an extension cable) is a cable with multiple conductors used for temporary power connections where flexibility is required. Power extension cords are widely used in the operation of computers, various types of motor tools, equipment, household appliances, and machinery.

[0003] In existing computer power extension cords, LED strips are usually attached to the cable harness. These LED strips generate heat during use, which reduces the lifespan of the cable harness. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a power extension cable with a light-emitting module to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a power extension cable with a light-emitting module, comprising a wire harness, with a first connector group and a second connector group respectively connected to both ends of the wire harness. The first connector group is provided with a first housing and a second housing, which are fastened together. An accommodating space is provided between the first housing and the second housing, and a first connecting terminal is provided between the first housing and the second housing. A PCB board is provided at the bottom of the accommodating space of the second housing, and a light-emitting module is connected to the PCB board. A light-transmitting groove for light propagation is opened at the top of the first housing, and a light guide is inserted into the first housing at the light-transmitting groove to facilitate light guiding.

[0006] Preferably, the number of the wire harness is at least one.

[0007] Preferably, the wire harness includes wires, and the number of wires is at least three, with multiple wires connected in series. The wire is twisted together, and an elastic protective layer is provided on the outside of the wire, and a braided layer is provided on the outside of the elastic protective layer.

[0008] Preferably, a metal ring for limiting the bending of the wire harness is provided between the wire harness and the first connector group, and the surface of the metal ring is provided with a groove for increasing friction.

[0009] Preferably, the cross-section of the light guide is T-shaped, V-shaped, triangular, or arc-shaped.

[0010] Preferably, a second connection terminal is provided on the section of the second connector group away from the wire harness.

[0011] Preferably, the first housing and the second housing are formed by injection molding or metal die casting.

[0012] Preferably, the light-emitting module is an ARGB light strip.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: 1. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module, comprising a wire harness, with a first connector group and a second connector group respectively connected to both ends of the wire harness. The first connector group is provided with a first housing and a second housing, which are fastened together. An accommodating space is provided between the first housing and the second housing, and a first connecting terminal is provided between the first housing and the second housing. A PCB board is provided at the bottom of the accommodating space of the second housing, and a light-emitting module is connected to the PCB board. A light-transmitting groove for light propagation is provided at the top of the first housing, and a light guide is inserted into the first housing at the light-transmitting groove to facilitate light guiding. The light-emitting module is disposed between the first housing and the second housing, and light propagation is achieved through the light-transmitting groove and the light guide, thereby realizing the light emission of this utility model. The light-emitting module does not contact the wire harness, and the heat generated by the light-emitting module during operation will not affect the service life of the wire harness.

[0014] 2. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module, wherein the number of wire harnesses is at least one, and the wire harnesses are centrally arranged through a first connector group and a second connector group, thereby realizing the centralized arrangement of the wire harnesses, reducing the dispersion of the wire harnesses, and improving the aesthetics of this utility model. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model; Figure 2 is an exploded view of the overall structure of this utility model; Figure 3 is an exploded structural diagram of the first connector assembly of this utility model; Figure 4 is an exploded structural diagram of the first shell of this utility model; Figure 5 is a front view of the first housing of this utility model; Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the wire harness described in this utility model; In the figure: wire harness 1, first connector group 2, second connector group 3, metal ring 4, wire 11, elastic protective layer 12, braided layer 13, first housing 21, second housing 22, first connecting terminal 23, PCB board 24, light-emitting module 25, second connecting terminal 31, light guide 211, light-transmitting groove 212. Detailed Implementation

[0016] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0017] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used 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" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "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. The internal connection between the two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0019] As shown in Figure 1 to Figure 6As shown, this embodiment of a power extension cable with a light-emitting module includes a wire harness 1. A first connector group 2 and a second connector group 3 are respectively connected to both ends of the wire harness 1. The first connector group 2 is provided with a first housing 21 and a second housing 22, which are fastened together. An accommodating space is provided between the first housing 21 and the second housing 22. A first connecting terminal 23 is provided between the first housing 21 and the second housing 22. A PCB board 24 is provided at the bottom of the accommodating space of the second housing 22. The first connecting terminal 23 is connected to the PCB board 24. One end of the PCB board 24 away from the first connecting terminal 23 is connected to one end of the wire harness 1. A light-emitting module 25 is connected to the PCB board 24. A light-transmitting groove 212 for light propagation is provided at the top of the first housing 21. A light guide 211 for light guiding is inserted into the light-transmitting groove 212 of the first housing 21. The light-emitting module 25 is disposed between the first housing 21 and the second housing 22. Light propagates through the light-transmitting groove 212 and the light guide 211, thereby enabling the light-emitting module 25 to emit light without contacting the wire harness 1. The heat generated by the light-emitting module 25 during operation will not affect the service life of the wire harness 1.

[0020] Furthermore, the number of wire harnesses 1 is at least one, thereby achieving centralized arrangement of wire harnesses 1 and improving the aesthetics of this utility model.

[0021] Furthermore, the wire harness 1 includes wires 11, and the number of wires 11 is at least 3. Multiple wires 11 are connected by twisting. An elastic protective layer 12 is provided on the outside of the wires 11, and a braided layer 13 is provided on the outside of the elastic protective layer 12. The elastic protective layer 12 provides elastic protection, which improves the protection capability of the wires 11. By customizing different braided layers 13, the appearance of the wire harness 1 of this invention can be customized.

[0022] Furthermore, a metal ring 4 is provided between the wire harness 1 and the first connector group 2 to restrict the bending of the wire harness 1. The surface of the metal ring 4 is provided with a groove for increasing friction. The wire harness 1 is protected from bending by the metal ring 4, thereby improving the service life of the wire 11.

[0023] Furthermore, the cross-section of the light guide 211 is T-shaped, V-shaped, triangular, or arc-shaped.

[0024] Furthermore, a second connection terminal 31 is provided on a section of the second connector group 3 away from the wire harness 1.

[0025] Furthermore, the first housing 21 and the second housing 22 are formed by injection molding or metal die casting. In this embodiment, the first housing 21 and the second housing 22 are formed by metal die casting. Since metal itself has good thermal conductivity, the heat dissipation capacity of this utility model is improved.

[0026] Furthermore, the light-emitting module 25 is an ARGB light strip.

[0027] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module, comprising a wire harness (1), characterized in that: The two ends of the wire harness (1) are respectively connected to a first connector group (2) and a second connector group (3). The first connector group (2) is provided with a first housing (21) and a second housing (22). The first housing (21) and the second housing (22) are fastened together. An accommodating space is provided between the first housing (21) and the second housing (22). A first connecting terminal (23) is provided between the first housing (21) and the second housing (22). A PCB board (24) is provided at the bottom of the accommodating space of the second housing (22). A light-emitting module (25) is connected to the PCB board (24). A light-transmitting groove (212) for light propagation is opened at the top of the first housing (21). A light guide (211) for light guiding is inserted into the light-transmitting groove (212) of the first housing (21).

2. The power extension cable with a light-emitting module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the wire harness (1) is at least one.

3. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wire harness (1) includes wires (11), the number of wires (11) is at least 3, the multiple wires (11) are connected by twisting, and an elastic protective layer (12) is provided on the outside of the wires (11), and a braided layer (13) is provided on the outside of the elastic protective layer (12).

4. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module according to claim 1, characterized in that: A metal ring (4) for limiting the bending of the wire harness (1) is provided between the wire harness (1) and the first connector group (2), and the surface of the metal ring (4) is provided with a patterned groove for increasing friction.

5. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-section of the light guide (211) is T-shaped, V-shaped, triangular or arc-shaped.

6. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second connector group (3) is provided with a second connection terminal (31) on a section away from the wire harness (1).

7. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first housing (21) and the second housing (22) are formed by injection molding or metal die casting.

8. A power extension cable with a light-emitting module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The light-emitting module (25) is an ARGB light strip.

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