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Spark protection apparatus for intrinsically safe, battery-operated devices

US11450934B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 7, 2020
Grant dateSep 20, 2022
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01M2200/00
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A simple, low-cost circuit is disclosed that provides the requisite triple redundancy for a spark protection circuit for a battery-operated device having an on-board battery charger that is intended for use in hazardous atmospheres. The circuit complies with the IEC standard for intrinsically safe products.

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