Low-profile circuit breaker
US9318284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 17, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H71/08
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A circuit interrupter having a compact design. According to some implementations, the circuit interrupter includes a conductor from a terminal to a contact having a portion that is angled with respect to the housing sides. This allows a fastener sleeve used to secure the device housing to be positioned closer to the center of mass of the housing, reducing the area of the housing. In some implementations, an arc splitter is provided which includes conductive plates that are angled with respect to the housing sides, allowing the area of the housing to be reduced. In some implementations, a terminal is designed to accommodate a connection without being doubled back, reducing the clearance required for the terminal and the overall area of the circuit interrupter.
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