Heater rod support bracket for radiant heater assembly
US4010348A · kind A · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 1974 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 1977 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 1994 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05B3/0014
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A bracket means for supporting at least one heater rod disposed within an open - front housing of an electric radiant heater assembly comprises at least one bracket having an elongate, generally flat, planar brace portion having clip means at opposite ends for removable engagement with the housing. At least one integral support arm located intermediate the ends of the brace portion and disposed normal thereto is provided with an arcuate surface which serves as a seat for the heater rod. The bracket is insertable into the housing through the open front and rotatable to bring the arcuate portion into supporting engagement with the rod and the clips into engagement with the housing. The brace portion is made of a nickel - chrome alloy having spring like characteristics at elevated temperatures.
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