Devices and methods for activating circuit breaker accessories
US9679709B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 2, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 13, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H2235/01
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device is provided for use with a circuit breaker that includes an actuator adapted to move in a first direction in response to an over-current and/or a short circuit condition, and a circuit breaker accessory that includes an actuation mechanism. The device includes a linkage having a first end adapted to be coupled to the actuator and a second end adapted to be disposed adjacent the actuation mechanism. Movement of the actuator in the first direction allows the linkage to move in a second direction different from the first direction from a first position to a second position to activate the circuit breaker accessory. Numerous other aspects are provided.
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