Positive handle stop for switches
US8132483B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 4, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 15, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/2063
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates generally to handle stops. More particularly, the invention encompasses a positive handle stop for a switch. The positive handle stop for a switch, such as, a safety switch, prevents the handle of a switch from returning to the shipping position once the switch is turned ON. The invention also includes a shipping position for the inventive handle so as to reduce the size of the packaging need to ship the switch apparatus.
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