High power electrical contactor with improved bridge contact mechanism
US6837729B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 10, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jan 4, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H1/2083
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An electrical contactor assembly is provided that includes a base and power terminals mounted thereto. The power terminals are configured to convey signals. The assembly includes an actuator mounted to the base that moves between initial and final positions along a first direction of motion. The assembly includes a bridge contact supported by the actuator and moved in the first direction of motion. The bridge contact includes contact surfaces on opposite ends thereof aligned with corresponding power terminals. The contact surfaces engage and interconnect the power terminals when the actuator and bridge contact are moved to the final position. The bridge contact moves in a second direction of motion with respect to the actuator. The second direction of motion differs from the first direction of motion during engagement.
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