US3908102A
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Unitized breaker point and chip capacitor assembly
Assignee: Prestolite Electric Inc
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Filing: 1974-10-02
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Granted: 1975-09-23
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Expires: 1994-10-02
Abstract
Abstract A unitized breaker point and capacitor assembly for use in engine ignition systems. A chip capacitor is connected in parallel to the breaker point contacts and mounted so that it is substantially within the margins of the assembly and closely overlies the breaker arm.
Inventors
- 👤 Helmut K Seike
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 09:40
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01H; H01H19/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
105 words
A unitized breaker point and capacitor assembly comprising a support plate, a breaker arm pivotally connected to said plate, a spring connected to said arm, a lug extending from said plate, a fastener connecting said spring to said lug, an insulator for electrically insulating said fastener and spring from said lug, a chip capacitor, a first tab connected to one side of said capacitor and a second tab connected to the other side of said capacitor, said first tab being disposed between said lug and insulator and said second tab being disposed adjacent said spring so that said fastener also holds said capacitor in place.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
105 words
A unitized breaker point and capacitor assembly comprising a support plate, a breaker arm pivotally connected to said plate, a spring connected to said arm, a lug extending from said plate, a fastener connecting said spring to said lug, an insulator for electrically insulating said fastener and spring from said lug, a chip capacitor, a first tab connected to one side of said capacitor and a second tab connected to the other side of said capacitor, said first tab being disposed between said lug and insulator and said second tab being disposed adjacent said spring so that said fastener also holds said capacitor in place.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
44 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 1 wherein a first contact is carried by said arm and a second contact is connected to said plate, said tabs connecting said capacitor in parallel circuit with said contacts through said lug, spring, arm and plate.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
52 words
An assembly as set forth in claim 2 wherein said tabs support said capacitor in a position substantially within the perimeter of said plate and in close proximity to said arm so that said unitized assembly can be used in the space provided in a distributor for a breaker point set only.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
199 words
A unitized breaker point and capacitor assembly comprising a support plate, a breaker arm pivotally connected to said plate, a first contact mounted on said plate, a second contact mounted on said arm and moveable into abutment with said first contact upon pivotal movement of said arm, a lug extending from said plate, a spring connected to said arm, a fastener connecting said spring to said lug so that said arm is biased to bring said second contact into abutment with said first contact, an insulator disposed to electrically insulate said fastener and spring from said lug, a chip capacitor and a capacitor holder adapted to removably receive said capacitor and including a first sprIng clip with a tab, a second spring clip with a tab and a rigid dielectric portion connecting said clips, said tabs being arranged so that one of said tabs is disposed in contact with said lug and the other of said tabs is disposed in contact with said spring, whereby said capacitor is connected in parallel circuit with said contacts and said fastener also holds said holder and capacitor in place within the perimeter of said plate and in close proximity to said arm.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
199 words
A unitized breaker point and capacitor assembly comprising a support plate, a breaker arm pivotally connected to said plate, a first contact mounted on said plate, a second contact mounted on said arm and moveable into abutment with said first contact upon pivotal movement of said arm, a lug extending from said plate, a spring connected to said arm, a fastener connecting said spring to said lug so that said arm is biased to bring said second contact into abutment with said first contact, an insulator disposed to electrically insulate said fastener and spring from said lug, a chip capacitor and a capacitor holder adapted to removably receive said capacitor and including a first sprIng clip with a tab, a second spring clip with a tab and a rigid dielectric portion connecting said clips, said tabs being arranged so that one of said tabs is disposed in contact with said lug and the other of said tabs is disposed in contact with said spring, whereby said capacitor is connected in parallel circuit with said contacts and said fastener also holds said holder and capacitor in place within the perimeter of said plate and in close proximity to said arm.
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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) | 1978-09-22 | 1979-03-24 | 1979-09-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-09-22 | 1983-03-24 | 1983-09-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-09-22 | 1987-03-24 | 1987-09-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |