US3757805A
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Coin counting apparatus
Assignee: E Reis GmbH
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Filing: 1971-11-30
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Granted: 1973-09-11
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Expires: 1991-11-30
Abstract
Abstract Coin counting apparatus comprising a centrifugal turntable above which an annular flat member is adjustably mounted. The member covers approximately half the area of the disk about its periphery to form a space in which the coins are arranged in flat, single layer position. Means are provided for adjusting the space to selected thickness coins, for discharge of irregular coins, and for operation of a counting mechanism.
Inventors
- 👤 W Puhahn
- 👤 R Lampert
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-06 04:27
CPC Classifications
G; G07; G07D; G07D9/00; G07D9/008
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
113 words
Apparatus for counting coins or similar disc-like objects comprising a centrifugal turntable, an annular ring having a flat horizontal portion arranged above and spaced from said turntable, said annular horizontal portion extending above the peripheral edge of said turntable, means for adjustably mounting said ring to selectively vary the space between said flat portion and said turntable to accomodate coins of predetermined thicknesses and means for impelling said coins toward the periphery of said turntable, said impelling means comprising a freely rotatable roller extending through an opening in the horizontal portion of said annular ring, and spring means for normally biasing said roller in pressure contact against the coins resting on said turntable.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
113 words
Apparatus for counting coins or similar disc-like objects comprising a centrifugal turntable, an annular ring having a flat horizontal portion arranged above and spaced from said turntable, said annular horizontal portion extending above the peripheral edge of said turntable, means for adjustably mounting said ring to selectively vary the space between said flat portion and said turntable to accomodate coins of predetermined thicknesses and means for impelling said coins toward the periphery of said turntable, said impelling means comprising a freely rotatable roller extending through an opening in the horizontal portion of said annular ring, and spring means for normally biasing said roller in pressure contact against the coins resting on said turntable.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
30 words
The apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said annular ring includes a central opening and said horizontal portion of said annular ring covers approximately half the area of said turntable.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
22 words
The apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said horizontal portion includes a depending circumferential lip defining the peripheral extent of said turntable.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
74 words
The apparatus according to claim 1 wherein said means for adjustably mounting said annular ring comprise a plurality of threaded shafts located about the periphery thereof, each of said thread shafts extending through a threaded bore formed on a tab extending from said horizontal portion of said ring, an endless chain connecting each of said shafts and means for rotating at least one of said shafts to thereby jointly rotate each of said shafts.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
The apparatus according to claim 4 wherein the rotating means comprises a thumb screw mounted at the end of a rod, and gear means connecting said rod with said threaded shaft.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
75 words
The apparatus according to claim 1 including means for sensing adjustment oF said annular ring with respect to a standard coin comprising an arm extending radially from said ring, a feeler mounted at the end of said arm, a horizontal contact plate located oppositely of said feeler, said contact plate adapted to receive a standard coin thereon, and electrical means responsive to the sensing of said coin by said feeler to produce the signal therefor.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
78 words
The apparatus according to claim 1 including means for delivering said coins from said turntable to an elongated channel, an opening in said channel to permit coins to fall therethrough, said channel being defined by a pair of opposed guide rails aligned accross said opening, means for adjusting the position of at least one of said guide rails with respect to the other, to thereby vary the width thereof to permit coins of selected diameter to fall therethrough.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
46 words
The apparatus according to claim 7 including means for determining the adjustment of said guide rails as a function of the diameter of a comparison coin including means for determining the diameter of said coins and means for transmitting said determination to one of said rails.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
55 words
The apparatus according to claim 8 wherein said determining means comprises a fixed bracket, and a slidable bracket, said coin being adapted to be located between said brackets with said brackets abutting diametrically opposed points on the edge thereof, said slidable bracket having an arm extending to and fixedly connected with said one movable rail.
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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) | 1976-09-10 | 1977-03-12 | 1977-09-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-10 | 1981-03-12 | 1981-09-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-10 | 1985-03-12 | 1985-09-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |