Base structure for an electrical relay
OwnerDavid R. Boothinventor
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Abstract
A base structure for receiving an electrical relay is described as being adapted to receive the relay removeably. Electrical contacts in the base connect the base electrically with the circuitry of the attached relay. Terminals are provided for the connection of external wiring to the base and are each connected to at least one of the electrical contacts. Permanent magnets affixed to the base attach the base securely to an electrical panel so that the base is easily removed. According to a modification, electro-magnetism is used to secure the base to the panel. A magnetic shield is disposed, according to a modification, between the source of magnetism and the attached relay.
Claims20
A base structure for receiving an electrical relay and for supporting the relay removably, comprising:
- a base adapted for receiving said electrical relay and for supporting said relay removably;
- contact means affixed to said base for connecting said relay electrically to circuit components external of said relay;
- means for defining a wire connection means affixed to said base;
- electrical continuity means between said means for defining a wire connection means and said contact means, and
- magnetic means affixed to said base,
- whereby said magnetic means is capable of securing said base by magnetism to a ferrous surface.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.