US4245014A
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High pressure post seal for batteries
Assignee: YERMCO Inc
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Filing: 1979-08-30
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Granted: 1981-01-13
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Expires: 1999-08-30
Abstract
Abstract A multistaged high pressure post seal system resistant to acid attack. A post cavity (18), formed within a battery case (14), contains a post (16) projecting through a bore (20) at the base of the cavity (18). An O-ring (24) disposed between the post (16) and the bore (20) of the cavity (18) forms a first seal. A self-sealing member (32 or 40) in communication with the post (16) forms a second seal whereas epoxy (36) introduced into the cavity (18) forms a third seal. Two embodiments are disclosed.
Inventors
- 👤 William E. Veit, Jr.
- 👤 Kusal K. Das
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 01:11
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01M; H01M50/00; H01M50/10; H01M50/172; H01M50/183; H01M50/184; H01M50/186; H01M50/19; H01M50/193; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E60/00; Y02E60/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
115 words
In combination with a battery, the battery including a case and at least one terminal post projecting through the case, a post seal system for preventing gas pressure leakage and electrolyte leakage about the post, the system comprising a recessed cavity formed within the case, the cavity including a bore communicating with the interior of the battery, the post extending through the bore, first sealing means disposed between the post and the bore, a sealant-containing member threadably engaging the post within the cavity, the member in sealing registry with the bore, cavity and post, second sealing means disposed within the cavity for sealing the cavity and means for connecting the post to external electrical components.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
115 words
In combination with a battery, the battery including a case and at least one terminal post projecting through the case, a post seal system for preventing gas pressure leakage and electrolyte leakage about the post, the system comprising a recessed cavity formed within the case, the cavity including a bore communicating with the interior of the battery, the post extending through the bore, first sealing means disposed between the post and the bore, a sealant-containing member threadably engaging the post within the cavity, the member in sealing registry with the bore, cavity and post, second sealing means disposed within the cavity for sealing the cavity and means for connecting the post to external electrical components.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
The combination according to claim 1 wherein the member includes an extrudable sulfuric acid-resistant mastic sealant.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
The combination according to claim 2 wherein the member is a self-threading nut.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
26 words
The combination according to claim 2 wherein the post includes a recessed opening, the member being a screw and the screw threadably disposed within the post.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
The combination according to claim 1 wherein the first sealing means is a sulfuric acid-resistant O-ring disposed between the post and the bore.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination according to claim 5 wherein the O-ring is made from ethylene propylene copolymer.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
15 words
The combination according to claim 1 wherein the second sealing means is made from epoxy.
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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) | 1984-01-13 | 1984-07-14 | 1985-01-13 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-01-13 | 1988-07-14 | 1989-01-13 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-01-13 | 1992-07-14 | 1993-01-13 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |