Element sub-structure
AssigneeLittelfuse, Inc.
InventorScott Faust
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Abstract
A sub-structure element support system is disclosed. The sub-structure element support system includes a novel molded structure designed to support an electrical element, such as a fuse. The molded structure is a protective and insulative sleeve for the electrical element and reduces forces on the electrical element during free-fall and operation conditions. The molded structure also facilitates automation during manufacturing and reduces cost.
Claims18
A molded structure to support an electrical element, the molded structure comprising:
- a first end bell coupled to a first copper terminal;
- a second end bell coupled to a second copper terminal;
- a plurality of ribs disposed alongside the electrical element to protect the electrical element;
- a substantially cylindrical shape, wherein the molded structure fits into an enclosure body such that the end bells and the plurality of ribs rest against an inner surface of the enclosure body;
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- an aperture for receiving the electrical element such that one end of the electrical element is coupled to the first copper terminal and a second end of the electrical element is coupled to the second copper terminal.
A sub-structure element support system comprising:
- first and second copper terminals;
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- a molded structure comprising:
- a first end bell coupled to the first copper terminal;
- a second end bell coupled to the second copper terminal, wherein the first end bell is a predetermined length apart from the second end bell;
- a left bottom rib, a left top rib, and a first center portion connecting the left bottom rib to the left top rib;
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- a right bottom rib, a right top rib, and a second center portion coupling the right bottom rib to the right top rib;
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- an enclosure for receiving the molded structure, wherein the first and second copper terminals are disposed on either side of the enclosure.
A molded structure to support an electrical element, the molded structure comprising:
- an end bell coupled to a first copper terminal, wherein the first copper terminal is to be welded to one end of the electrical element;
- an end portion for supporting a second copper terminal, the second copper terminal to be welded to a second end of the electrical element;
- bottom ribs coupled between the end bell and the end portion;
- top ribs coupled between the end bell and the end portion, the bottom and top ribs to support either side of the electrical element;
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- a detached end bell to be affixed to the second copper terminal;
- wherein the molded structure is made from a non-combustible material.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.