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Transformer pad
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-06-30
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Granted: 1977-09-27
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Expires: 1991-06-30
Abstract
Abstract A transformer pad having a fiberglass reinforced plastic exterior surface and an expanded foam core.
Inventors
- 👤 Ralph C. McCannon
- 👤 Jimmie D. Dixon
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 13:26
CPC Classifications
H; H02; H02B; H02B1/00; H02B1/26; H02B1/50
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
185 words
A pad for supporting an electrical transformer over a planar surface, said pad comprising in combination: a. a high density upper surface of fiberglass reinforced plastic material, said upper surface defining a partially enclosed volume; b. a high density lower surface of fiberglass reinforced plastic material, said lower surface being secured to said upper surface and fully enclosing the internal volume defined by said upper surface; c. an internally disposed passageway through said fully enclosed volume for providing physical access between said transformer and said planar surface, said passageway being formed by (i) geometrically corresponding openings through said upper surface and said lower surface and, (ii) a transverse surface of high density, low porosity synthetic material, said transverse surface being integral with, and extending between, the periphery of said geometrically corresponding openings; d. a low density core of expanded foam synthetic material disposed within and substantially filling the internal volume defined by said upper, lower and transverse surfaces; e. connection means for connecting said electrical transformer to said pad; whereby said upper, lower and transverse surfaces and said core form an integral semi-rigid support structure.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
185 words
A pad for supporting an electrical transformer over a planar surface, said pad comprising in combination: a. a high density upper surface of fiberglass reinforced plastic material, said upper surface defining a partially enclosed volume; b. a high density lower surface of fiberglass reinforced plastic material, said lower surface being secured to said upper surface and fully enclosing the internal volume defined by said upper surface; c. an internally disposed passageway through said fully enclosed volume for providing physical access between said transformer and said planar surface, said passageway being formed by (i) geometrically corresponding openings through said upper surface and said lower surface and, (ii) a transverse surface of high density, low porosity synthetic material, said transverse surface being integral with, and extending between, the periphery of said geometrically corresponding openings; d. a low density core of expanded foam synthetic material disposed within and substantially filling the internal volume defined by said upper, lower and transverse surfaces; e. connection means for connecting said electrical transformer to said pad; whereby said upper, lower and transverse surfaces and said core form an integral semi-rigid support structure.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
The pad set forth in claim 1 wherein said foam material is expanded between those points where said upper surface and said lower surface meet, whereby a bonding seal is achieved between said surfaces.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
41 words
The pad set forth in claim 2 wherein said connection means comprises a channel member embedded in and bonded to said upper surface and adapted to slidably receive the head of a bolt while inhibiting the axial rotation of the bolt.
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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) | 1980-09-26 | 1981-03-28 | 1981-09-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-09-26 | 1985-03-28 | 1985-09-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-09-26 | 1989-03-28 | 1989-09-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |