Apparatus for enclosing a switching assembly in an automatic transfer switch
US8681482B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 19, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02B1/306
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
This disclosure describes examples of an apparatus to enclose components of a switching assembly of an automatic transfer switch. In one embodiment, the apparatus, or arc chamber cover, has a housing made of material with optical properties that permit observation of the interior of the housing. A mounting assembly couples to the housing. The mounting assembly secures the apparatus to the automatic transfer switch. In one example, the mounting assembly comprises feet comprising a material with mechanical properties that can withstand pressure and other forces inside of the interior chamber. The apparatus also includes one or more baffles to control the flow of gasses and control electric arcs within the switching assembly.
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