US3621173A
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Mounting means for electrical devices
Assignee: Whittier Filtration Inc
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Filing: 1970-08-27
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Granted: 1971-11-16
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Expires: 1990-08-27
Abstract
Abstract A relay mount includes a case for a relay, ears projecting away from both sides of the case, connector pins extending from the case above the plane of the ears, and a mounting track with spaced-apart elongated grooves in which the ears make a sliding and releasable fit.
Inventors
- 👤 Theodore H O'cheskey
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 14:15
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01H; H01H50/00; H01H50/02; H01H50/04; H01H50/047; H02; H02B; H02B1/00; H02B1/015; H02B1/04; H02B1/052
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
106 words
The combination of a relay body, mounting ears formed integrally with opposite sides of the relay body, connector pins extending outwardly from the relay body above the plane of the mounting ears for engagement with a cooperating electrical lead, and a mounting track having an elongated base, sidewalls formed integrally with the base, and an elongated groove formed lengthwise in each sidewall, the mounting ears being constructed to fit into the grooves so the relay body makes a releasable sliding fit within the mounting track to hold the relay body in a fixed position with the connector pins in position for engagement with the electrical lead.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
106 words
The combination of a relay body, mounting ears formed integrally with opposite sides of the relay body, connector pins extending outwardly from the relay body above the plane of the mounting ears for engagement with a cooperating electrical lead, and a mounting track having an elongated base, sidewalls formed integrally with the base, and an elongated groove formed lengthwise in each sidewall, the mounting ears being constructed to fit into the grooves so the relay body makes a releasable sliding fit within the mounting track to hold the relay body in a fixed position with the connector pins in position for engagement with the electrical lead.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein the mounting ears extend in the same direction as the connector pins.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
31 words
Apparatus according to claim 1 wherein the sidewalls of the mounting track are movable relative to the base so that the mounting ears may be snapped into engagement with the grooves.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-11-15 | 1975-05-17 | 1975-11-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-11-15 | 1979-05-17 | 1979-11-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-11-15 | 1983-05-17 | 1983-11-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |