US3997750A
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Waterproof switch
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-04-09
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Granted: 1976-12-14
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Expires: 1995-04-09
Abstract
Abstract A waterproof switching apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a switch, which is protected by an enclosure having a surface defining a passage for means for actuating the switch. The surface is positioned downwardly from the switch to prevent water from flowing through the passage and into the enclosure.
Inventors
- 👤 Ira M. Glazer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 15:35
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01H; H01H9/00; H01H9/02; H01H9/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
Waterproof switching apparatus comprising: a substantially waterproof enclosure having a bottom wall; an electrical switch with actuator means, said switch secured inside said enclosure above said bottom wall, adapted to be alternately actuated between a first and a second position; a first member, communicating with said actuator means and extending upwardly through said bottom wall, movable to alternately actuate said switch between said first and said second positions; and a second member, linked to said first member below said bottom wall and extending upwardly above said bottom wall, operable to move said first member for actuating said switch.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
Waterproof switching apparatus comprising: a substantially waterproof enclosure having a bottom wall; an electrical switch with actuator means, said switch secured inside said enclosure above said bottom wall, adapted to be alternately actuated between a first and a second position; a first member, communicating with said actuator means and extending upwardly through said bottom wall, movable to alternately actuate said switch between said first and said second positions; and a second member, linked to said first member below said bottom wall and extending upwardly above said bottom wall, operable to move said first member for actuating said switch.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
33 words
The switching apparatus defined in claim 1 wherein the upper end of said second member terminates in a knob, and wherein said apparatus further includes a face plate disposed immediately below said knob.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
The apparatus defined in claim 1 further includes bracket means supporting said enclosure, and said first member and said second member.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
The apparatus defined in claim 1 wherein said first member and said second member are of rigid construction and vertical orientation, and are linked together by a rigid linkage.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
127 words
Waterproof switching apparatus comprising: a substantially waterproof enclosure having a bottom wall; an electrical switch with actuator means, said switch secured inside said enclosure above said bottom wall, adapted to be alternately actuated between a first and a second position; a first rigid, vertical member, communicating with said actuator means and extending upwardly through said bottom wall, adapted for reciprocating movement to alternately actuate said switch between said first and said second positions; and a second rigid, vertical member, rigidly linked to said first member below said bottom wall and extending upwardly above said enclosure, terminating in a knob; said knob being accessible to an operator for the application of reciprocative forces thereto; said forces causing said reciprocating movement of said first member for actuating said switch.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
127 words
Waterproof switching apparatus comprising: a substantially waterproof enclosure having a bottom wall; an electrical switch with actuator means, said switch secured inside said enclosure above said bottom wall, adapted to be alternately actuated between a first and a second position; a first rigid, vertical member, communicating with said actuator means and extending upwardly through said bottom wall, adapted for reciprocating movement to alternately actuate said switch between said first and said second positions; and a second rigid, vertical member, rigidly linked to said first member below said bottom wall and extending upwardly above said enclosure, terminating in a knob; said knob being accessible to an operator for the application of reciprocative forces thereto; said forces causing said reciprocating movement of said first member for actuating said switch.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The switching apparatus defined in claim 5 further includes bracket means supporting said enclosure, said first member and said second member.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-12-14 | 1980-06-14 | 1980-12-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-12-14 | 1984-06-14 | 1984-12-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-12-14 | 1988-06-14 | 1988-12-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |