This is the generic class for devices, per se, of general application
which are used for closing or opening electrical circuits and the
combination of these devices with their operating means. In the
combined devices there must be something more than the mere inclusion
of a circuit maker or breaker broadly.
Combinations of circuit makers and breakers with electrical
plugs, sockets, or other connectors are in this class.
This class includes devices known as "controllers", "circuit-closers", "switches", "circuit-breakers", "interrupters", "distributers", "thermal-cut-offs", "fuses",
and "electrical thermostats".
Electrical systems or circuits are excluded from this class.
These systems or circuits are classified in the various electrical
or art classes, depending on the particular form of electrical system
or of the apparatus controlled.
SECTION II - LINES WITH OTHER CLASSES AND WITHIN THIS CLASS
A circuit maker or breaker of this class (200) can be distinguished
from an electrical connector of Class 439, Electrical Connectors,
in that a circuit maker or breaker comprises an assemblage of parts
including both a movable contact and its mating contact wherein
there is a positive (permanent) physical connection between the contacts
such that a contact is restricted to move with respect to a mating
contact along a prescribed path each time the circuit maker or breaker
operates, whereas an electrical connector is physically separated
from the distinct, mating connector each time the circuit is broken.
The combination of an electrical circuit maker or breaker
with an electrical connector will be found in this class (200).
For example, an electrical connector with a distinct switch actuated
by a mating connector is included in this class (200), especially
in subclasses 61.58+. An electrical connector that includes
integrally therewith a "switching" component actuated
by coupling engagement with a mating connector is to be found in
Class 439. Search especially Class 439, subclass 188 for an electrical
connector having circuit interrupting provision effected by mating.
An electrical connector, per se, may include movable contacts
and be in the class of electrical connectors. For example, Search
Class 439, subclasses 43+ for an electrical connector with
a selectable circuit wherein no details of the circuit structure
is set forth; subclasses 152+ for an electrical connector
detachable from a mating connector by snap or quick-break action;
subclasses 259+ for a connector with a contact moved laterally
into engagement with a mating contact in a "zero insertion force
device"; subclasses 296+ for an electrical connector
with coupling movement-actuating means or retaining means in addition
to the contact, especially subclasses 310+ for a retaining
means with distinct movement-actuating means to move a coupling
part axially; and subclasses 374+ for an electrical connector with
guiding means for mating of a coupling part.
This class (200) has not been screened to verify placement
according to this line.
Search should be made in the art or special application classes
for circuit-controllers of such special type as to be peculiarly
adapted for those arts-- e.g., telegraph keys in Class 178, Telegraphy,
telephone-switches in Class 379, Telephonic Communications.
Specialized Metallurgical Processes, Compositions
for Use Therein, Consolidated Metal Powder Compositions, and Loose
Metal Particulate Mixtures, for patents claiming a metal composition, e.g.,
an alloy or a composition having a continuous phase of free metal
made by consolidating metal particles.
Metal Treatment,
subclasses 400+ for elemental metal or alloys which (a) are the
product of a Class 148 process (e.g., heat treated, age hardened),
(b) are claimed in terms of specific magnetic properties or as having
particular internal structure which affects the magnetic properties,
(c) are amorphous, (d) possess the property of shape memory, (e)
are the product of a significant Class 164, Metal Founding, step
(e.g., chill cast, directionally solidified, etc.), (f) are the
product of the dispersion of particulate matter in molten metal
which particulate retains its identity in the final product (e.g.,
dispersion strengthened, etc.).
Selective Cutting (e.g., Punching), appropriate subclasses, and particularly
subclasses 59+ for a pattern-controlled selective cutting machine wherein
the pattern sensor may involve electrical circuit-controllers.
Compositions,
subclasses 500+ for electrically conductive compositions and devices
defined solely in terms of the composition of which they are composed.
Included are contacts and switches defined solely in terms of their
composition or stock.
Electric Lamp and Discharge Devices, appropriate subclasses. Class 313 is the generic class
for space discharge devices. See
subclasses 146+ of Class 313 for discharge devices which are provided
with a movable electrode. Some discharge devices are closely analogous
in structure to some types of circuit makers and breakers. See
Lines With Other Classes and Within This Class in Class 313 for the
distinction between a space discharge device and a circuit maker
and breaker.
Electric Lamp and Discharge Devices: Consumable
Electrodes, appropriate subclasses for electric space discharge
devices designed to pass an electric current (e.g., arc, spark,
etc.) between two electrodes spaced apart in a vacuum or a gas or
vapor atmosphere (including atmospheric air). See Class 314 where
the discharge device is provided with an electrode which is consumed
during the operation and has means to feed the electrodes together
to compensate for the consumption of the electrode.
Wave Transmission Lines and Networks,
subclasses 101+ for plural channel systems including branched circuits
with switching, subclass 13 for resonator type breakdown discharge
system, e.g., T-R or R-T systems, and subclass 262 for long line
elements and components which may perform a switching or blocking
function, e.g., long line short circuiting switches and long line
shorting plugs.
Communications: Radio Wave Antennas,
subclass 768 for slot type antennas with periodic control of
the slot or coupling; subclass 777 for plural wave guide type antennas
with control of the individual antenna; subclass 876 for antennas
with switching between the antennas and lines; and subclass 904
for antennas which may be combined with a switch.
Electricity: Electrical Systems and Devices,
subclasses 600+ for arrangements of circuit closures on a mounting
or in a housing. See also, subclass 115 for specific circuit breaker structure
in protection of safety of a system or device.
Stock Material or Miscellaneous Articles, appropriate subclasses, especially
subclasses 379+ for coated electrical conductors which may include
contacts and switches, but which are merely coated bases recited
solely as a substrate with a particular coating therein; see also subclasses
411.1+ for a composite web or sheet which is characterized
solely by the compositions of the layers.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices in which a plurality of contacts are arranged to
control two or more circuits.
(1)
Note. This group includes motor and resistance controllers,
per se, the combination of these with electro-magnetic control,
and operators peculiar to this type of circuit control.
especially subclasses 51.03-51.06 for multiple circuit
control switches actuated by or claimed in combination with a plug,
socket, or other connector coupling device.
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Devices for connecting a loop or shunt circuit into a main
circuit without at any time completely interrupting the circuit.
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Devices include combinations with thermal current cut outs
or fuses. These devices are generally used for starting alternating-current motors.
This subclass is indented under subclass 1. Devices comprising a plurality of switches each being separately
operated and usually provided with interlocking means to permit
their operation only in a definite order.
This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Devices in which the contact-pressure between the fixed
and movable contacts is exerted in a line radial to the arc of movement
of the pivoted contact.
(1)
Note. This type comprises largely the devices known as "drum-controllers".
This subclass is indented under subclass 8. Devices in which special means are provided for extinguishing
or preventing the formation of arcs upon separation of the contacts.
This subclass is indented under subclass 6. Devices comprising two or more contacts arranged in the
arc of a circle, the contact-surface being in a plane and having
a pivoted cooperating sliding contact moving in a plane parallel
to that of the contact-surfaces.
This subclass is indented under subclass 11. Devices in which the movable contact is biased toward a
certain position, usually the off position, and is adapted to be
held in some other position and released by means of an electromagnet.
This subclass is indented under the class definition. Devices in which the circuit is made and broken intermittently
or at constantly recurring intervals.
(1)
Note. There is usually a constantly driven member which operates
a contact or plurality of contacts to intermittently make and break
the contact.
(2)
Note. This group includes devices known as "interrupters",
"distributors", and "flashers".
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Devices comprising a plurality of circuit-controllers, one
at least of which is of the intermittent type.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.03. Subject matter including a special clock mechanism used
to perform switching operations at predetermined time intervals.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.03. Subject matter in which means are provided for changing
the relative positions of the fixed and movable contacts to vary
the time of contact.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Subject matter in which a plurality of moveable contacts
are arranged for engagement with a plurality of fixed contacts.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.07. Subject matter wherein the rotary contact is used in a special
clock mechanism to perform switching operations at predetermined
time intervals.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.07. Subject matter wherein the rotary contact is used in a direct
current generator to reverse the direction of an electric current
and maintain a current flowing in one direction.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.07. Subject matter wherein the rotary contact is used in a device
in a multicylinder engine for distributing the ignition voltage
to the spark plugs in a definite sequence.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.07. Subject matter in which the relative positions of the fixed
and movable contacts may be changed to vary the time of contact.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.07. Subject matter in which the contact pressure between the
fixed and movable contacts is exerted in a line radial to the arc
of movement of the pivoted contact.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.16. Subject matter whose use as the display sign is directly
associated with a traffic control for automobiles, airplanes, elevators,
etc.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.18. Subject matter in which the relative positions of the fixed
and movable contacts may be changed to vary the time of contact.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.2. Subject matter wherein means are provided for changing the
relative positions of the cam and cooperating contact.
(1)
Note. The adjustment may be manual or automatic.
Rotary Shafts, Gudgeons, Housings, and Flexible
Couplings for Rotary Shafts,
subclasses 1+ for a speed responsive device for adjusting the relative
rotational position of coupled members.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.21. Subject matter including complete adjustable operating units
so that the adjustment of the breaker contact points is made during
actuation of the cam.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.21. Subject matter including a mechanism directed outward away
from a center that is used for automatically advancing the time
of the spark in response to a predetermined increase in engine speed.
(1)
Note. The centrifugal advance mechanism may be used singly
or in combination with a vacuum or suction controlled advance mechanism.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.21. Subject matter including a broad, thin sheet of metal to
which the contact breaker structure may be mounted.
(1)
Note. The mounting of the plate assembly may be adjacent
to the shaft and also to the housing. The mounting structure prevents
undue vibration of the contact breaker assembly.
(2)
Note. The distributor plate assembly may also be referred
to as "cam plate" or "interrupter plate".
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.21. Subject matter wherein the process or condition of sucking
controls advance mechanism, directly responsive to changes in engine
temperature, automatically adjusts the time of the spark.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.26. Subject matter comprising details of a rigid bar turning
upon an axis and its associated support members and contacts.
(1)
Note. The support member includes pivot post and cam follower.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.26. Subject matter including a special clock mechanism used
to perform switching operations at predetermined time interval.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.3. Subject matter including a special clock mechanism used
to perform switching operations at predetermined time intervals.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Subject matter comprising details of a distributor cap which
may include fixed contact arrangements, adjustability of cap to
housing, electrical connection of wires to the cap, ventilation
means, etc.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Subject matter including a mechanism for preventing operation
of the distributor contact assembly or removal of the distributor
cap.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Subject matter which contains a plurality of switches operated
periodically by a fixed or rotatable permanent magnet assembly.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Subject matter wherein the circuit breaker produces a set
of signals operating the movement of vehicles, ships, or persons
in an area.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Subject matter in which a protective cover means (e.g.,
rubber, metal, wood, etc.) encapsulates the distributor housing
or cap and wires.
(1)
Note. The protective cover means shields the internal distributor
from moisture, etc. and also may serve as radio interference shielding
means.
This subclass is indented under subclass 19.01. Subject matter in which a rotary contact is used in a device
in a multicylinder engine for distributing the ignition voltage
to the spark plugs in a definite sequence.
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