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Spark plug terminal connection apparatuses and methods

US8066520B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 30, 2008
Grant dateNov 29, 2011
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Expiry dateJul 28, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R13/111
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Apparatuses and methods are provided for conductively connecting a voltage source ignition cable to a spark plug terminal. A spark plug boot assembly is provided and can include a body member, a coiled terminal, and a voltage source ignition cable. The coiled terminal can have a first end, a second end, and a middle portion and can include one or more coils that can extend to form an inner area with the coils having a varying inside diameter. The first end can be configured to receive a spark plug terminal. Also, the voltage source ignition cable can be configured to provide an additional electrical contact to the coiled terminal.

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