Actuation apparatus for magnetically-triggered proximity switches
US9754743B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 2, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 5, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 2, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01H36/02
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Actuation apparatus for use with magnetically-triggered proximity switches are described herein. An example apparatus includes an actuator shaft having a first segment and a second segment, the first segment intersecting the second segment. The first segment defines a first end of the actuator shaft, and the second segment defines a second end of the actuator shaft opposite the first end. The second segment further defines a slot. The apparatus further includes a detector magnet assembly coupled to the first segment of the actuator shaft adjacent the first end. The apparatus further includes a switch arm coupled to the second segment of the actuator shaft. The switch arm includes a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a portion located between the first and second ends of the switch arm. The portion of the switch arm is positioned in the slot of the actuator shaft.
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