S&C Electric has patented a dropout recloser that can hang freely in a cutout after a set number of fault interruptions, providing visible sectionalization. The device includes a bi-stable actuator, motion limiting structures, and various operating modes. GlobalData’s report on S&C Electric gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Dropout recloser device for interrupting electricity flow in circuits
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11916369B2) discloses a device designed to interrupt the flow of electricity in a circuit. The device is configured to be mounted in a cutout connected to the circuit and includes external electrical contacts coupled to a vacuum interrupter within the housing. This vacuum interrupter allows for the making or breaking of an electrical circuit between the external contacts in response to a force exerted by an actuator on a movable contact. Additionally, the device features a trunnion that engages a hinge portion of the cutout, with structures on the trunnion limiting rotation of the device within the hinge upon dropout from the cutout.
Furthermore, the patented device offers selectable operating sequences, which can be chosen using a switch located within the housing. This switch is magnetically actuated by an external arm, providing ease of operation and control over the device's functionality. The inclusion of these features enhances the device's efficiency and versatility in interrupting the flow of electricity in a circuit, making it a valuable innovation in the field of electrical devices.
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