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Terminal block having adjoining transverse surfaces with protrusions

US8197288B1 · kind B1 · utility

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13Claims

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Assignee

Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation (HSC) · US

Inventors

Dhaval Patel · Loves Park, US
Laurence D. Vanek · Janesville, US
Luke Wagner · Rockford, US
Edward C. Allen · Kuna, US
Alan D. Hanson · Winnebago, US
Gordon W. Friske · Rockford, US
Glenn C. Lemmers, Jr. · Loves Park, US
Nathan A. Berry · Rockford, US

Key dates

Filing date	Apr 13, 2011
Grant date	Jun 12, 2012
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Apr 13, 2031

Classification

Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
CPC primaryF05D2220/76
WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A terminal block assembly for a generator includes a terminal block having a base with a first and second transverse surfaces adjoining one another. Spaced apart protrusions extend from the first and second surfaces to provide spaced apart terminal areas overlapping the first and second surface. The terminal areas are configured to receive a cable lug. A terminal stud is provided in each terminal area and extends from the second surface. The first surface is without terminal studs. A cable lug secured to the terminal stud is arranged in the terminal area.

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