US4346274A
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Fastening device for a switch
Assignee: ITT Inc
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Filing: 1980-06-09
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Granted: 1982-08-24
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Expires: 2000-06-09
Abstract
Abstract An assembly for switches of the type which are pushed into a receptacle by means of webs guided in grooves. On each guide groove one side wall is staggered backwards relative to the other side wall in the longitudinal direction. It is then possible to bring webs and grooves into contact by a vertical movement with respect to the direction of insertion.
Inventors
- 👤 Erich Mutschler
- 👤 Adam Weber
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 20:58
CPC Classifications
H; H02; H02B; H02B1/00; H02B1/015; H02B1/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
104 words
A fastening device for a switch in a receptacle with at least two guide grooves, of which each has a bottom and two opposite lateral walls and comprises at least two guide webs which for mounting the switch on the receptacle are pushed into the guide grooves, wherein in longitudinal direction of the groove on each guide groove the one side wall is staggered backwards relative to the other side wall in such a way that the projecting portion of the longer side walls and the guide webs may be brought into contact by a vertical movement with respect to the direction of insertion.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
104 words
A fastening device for a switch in a receptacle with at least two guide grooves, of which each has a bottom and two opposite lateral walls and comprises at least two guide webs which for mounting the switch on the receptacle are pushed into the guide grooves, wherein in longitudinal direction of the groove on each guide groove the one side wall is staggered backwards relative to the other side wall in such a way that the projecting portion of the longer side walls and the guide webs may be brought into contact by a vertical movement with respect to the direction of insertion.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The fastening device according to claim 1, wherein on each guide groove the corresponding side wall is staggered backwards.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
The fastening device according to claim 2, wherein the bottom of the groove is as long as the longer lateral wall of each groove.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
The fastening device according to claim 3, wherein the bottom of the groove in front of the shorter side wall is widened beyond the width of the groove.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
33 words
The fastening device according to claim 4, wherein the front faces of the bottom of the groove and of the side walls and/or of the guide webs are bevelled to form guide surfaces.
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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) | 1985-08-23 | 1986-02-22 | 1986-08-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-08-23 | 1990-02-22 | 1990-08-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-08-23 | 1994-02-22 | 1994-08-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |