US4230136A
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Device for counting and sorting coins
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-03-29
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Granted: 1980-10-28
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Expires: 1999-03-29
Abstract
Abstract A device is provided for counting and sorting coins of various sizes. The coins are supplied from a container for unsorted coins to a guide channel adjacent thereto for guiding the coins individually and successively. The guide channel has a continouus reference edge and a base provided with openings which correspond in size to the sizes of the types of coin. A counter detects coins in the guide channel without contact. Spring loaded levers and/or conveyor belts or the like are provided for mechanically urging the coins against the reference edge.
Inventors
- 👤 Friedrich Heinrichs
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 03:05
CPC Classifications
G; G07; G07D; G07D3/00; G07D3/16
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
128 words
A device for counting and sorting coins of various sizes, comprising a supply container for unsorted coins; said supply container having a base in the form of a rotatable disc; a guide channel adjacent said supply container for guiding the coins therefrom individually and successively; said guide channel being provided with a continuous reference edge and having a base provided with openings which correspond in size to the size of the types of coin; a counter for detecting coins in the guide channel without contact; at least one lever mounted for pivotal movement about an axis running perpendicular to the direction of travel of the coins in the guide channel; and the said lever having a free end which is urged toward the reference edge by a spring.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
128 words
A device for counting and sorting coins of various sizes, comprising a supply container for unsorted coins; said supply container having a base in the form of a rotatable disc; a guide channel adjacent said supply container for guiding the coins therefrom individually and successively; said guide channel being provided with a continuous reference edge and having a base provided with openings which correspond in size to the size of the types of coin; a counter for detecting coins in the guide channel without contact; at least one lever mounted for pivotal movement about an axis running perpendicular to the direction of travel of the coins in the guide channel; and the said lever having a free end which is urged toward the reference edge by a spring.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
A device according to claim 1, wherein the said free end carries a roller.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
44 words
A device according to claim 1, comprising at least one conveyor belt adapted to act on the upper faces of coins in the guide channel, the rear end of the conveyor belt lying closer to the said reference edge than the front end thereof.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
A device according to claim 1, wherein the counter comprises light barrier means operably connected to an electronic counting device.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
37 words
A device according to claim 4, wherein the light barrier means comprises a plurality of individual light barriers corresponding to the different types of coin to be counted and a further light barrier for detecting all coins.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
41 words
A device according to claim 5, wherein each light barrier comprises a light emitting diode and a phototransistor positioned to receive light from the light emitting diode, the said guide channel being situated between the light emitting diodes and the phototransistors.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
46 words
A device according to claim 6, wherein the light emitting diode and phototransistor of each light barrier are arranged on opposite arms of a C-shaped member, one arm of the said member lying below the guide channel and the other arm lying above the guide channel.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
20 words
A device according to claim 7, wherein the C-shaped member is open towards the reference edge of the guide channel.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
33 words
A device according to claim 7, wherein the individual light barriers are arranged at variousdistances from the said reference edge and are located one behind another on the arms of the C-shaped member.
Claim 11
Independent Claim
182 words
A device for counting and sorting coins of various sizes, comprising a supply container for unsorted coins; a guide channel adjacent thereto for guiding the coins therefrom individually and successively; the guide channel being provided with a continuous reference edge and having a base provided with openings which correspond in size to the size of the types of coins; a counter for detecting coins in the guide channel without contact; said counter including light barrier means operably connected to an electronic counting device; said light barrier means comprising a plurality of individual light barriers corresponding to the different types of coin to be counted and a further light barrier for detecting all coins; an electronic circuit connected to the light barriers, which circuit comprises a common counter, an evaluating electronic device for the evaluating signals from the light barriers, and a bistable latch which is adapted to be set by a signal from the said further light barrier and reset by a signal from at least one of the other light barriers; and means mechanically urging the coins against said reference edge.
Claim 12
Independent Claim
182 words
A device for counting and sorting coins of various sizes, comprising a supply container for unsorted coins; a guide channel adjacent thereto for guiding the coins therefrom individually and successively; the guide channel being provided with a continuous reference edge and having a base provided with openings which correspond in size to the size of the types of coins; a counter for detecting coins in the guide channel without contact; said counter including light barrier means operably connected to an electronic counting device; said light barrier means comprising a plurality of individual light barriers corresponding to the different types of coin to be counted and a further light barrier for detecting all coins; an electronic circuit connected to the light barriers, which circuit comprises a common counter, an evaluating electronic device for the evaluating signals from the light barriers, and a bistable latch which is adapted to be set by a signal from the said further light barrier and reset by a signal from at least one of the other light barriers; and means mechanically urging the coins against said reference edge.
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) | 1983-10-28 | 1984-04-28 | 1984-10-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1987-10-28 | 1988-04-28 | 1988-10-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1991-10-28 | 1992-04-28 | 1992-10-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |