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1.

CURRENT SENSOR FOR A SWITCH GEAR PROTECTION RELAY

      
Application Number EP2017054429
Publication Number 2017/144715
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-26
Publication Date 2017-08-31
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lammers, Arend
  • Das, Amritendu
  • Kank, Amogh

Abstract

The invention relates to a combination of at least three conductors (2,3,4) and at least three current sensors (6), wherein each current sensor (6) comprises: • - a body with a conductor reception space (5), wherein one of the at least three conductors (2,3,4) extends through the conductor reception space (5); • - a first magnetic field sensor arranged in the body at a first distance from the reception space (5); • - a second magnetic field sensor arranged in the body at a second distance, different from the first distance, from the reception space (5); • - a sensor controller for combining the output of the first and second magnetic field sensor to provide an output signal correlated to the current of a conductor (2,3,4) extending through the conductor reception space (5); and wherein the combination further comprises: • - a main controller (8) connected to each sensor controller for receiving the output signals of each current sensor (6), wherein the main controller (8) comprises calibration means for gathering calibration data and for correcting the output signals of the current sensors (6) for interfering magnetic fields.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 35/00 - Testing or calibrating of apparatus covered by the other groups of this subclass
  • G01R 15/20 - Adaptations providing voltage or current isolation, e.g. for high-voltage or high-current networks using galvano-magnetic devices, e.g. Hall-effect devices

2.

SYSTEM FOR MEASURING THE VOLTAGE OF A BUSBAR

      
Application Number EP2016065070
Publication Number 2017/012837
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-28
Publication Date 2017-01-26
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Das, Amritendu
  • Lammers, Arend

Abstract

The invention relates to a combination of a conductor, such as a busbar, and a device for measuring the AC voltage in the conductor, which device comprises: - an insulation layer arranged on the conductor; - a capacitor plate arranged on the insulation layer to position the capacitor plate at a fixed distance from the conductor to form a first capacitor; - a second capacitor arranged electrically between the capacitor plate and ground to provide a capacitive voltage divider with the first capacitor; and - means for measuring the voltage at the capacitor plate, - means for measuring the frequency of the voltage in the conductor; and - means for calculating the AC voltage in the conductor based on the capacities of the first and second capacitors, the measured voltage, the measured insulation layer temperature and the measured frequency.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 15/06 - Voltage dividers having reactive components, e.g. capacitive transformer
  • G01R 19/32 - Compensating for temperature change
  • G01R 19/00 - Arrangements for measuring currents or voltages or for indicating presence or sign thereof

3.

COMBINATION OF AN ELECTROMAGNETIC SWITCH, A CONTROLLER AND AN EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY

      
Application Number EP2016064946
Publication Number 2017/001371
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-28
Publication Date 2017-01-05
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Das, Amritendu
  • Lammers, Arend

Abstract

The invention relates to a combination of an electromagnetic switch, such as a vacuum interrupter, comprising: - at least an electromagnetic opening coil for moving the switch to an open state; - a first power supply, preferably a capacitor, for driving the opening coil; and - a control switch for controlling the power of the first power supply to the electromagnetic opening coil; - a controller having an open command input for receiving an opening command, an open output for controlling the control switch of the electromagnetic switch and a power supply input; - an external power supply connected at least to the first power supply of the electromagnetic switch and to the power supply input of the controller, and an opening control switch having an input terminal and an output terminal, wherein the input terminal is connected to the first power supply of the electromagnetic switch and wherein the output terminal is connected to the open command input and to the power supply input of the controller.

IPC Classes  ?

4.

OPTOCOUPLER DRIVER CIRCUIT

      
Application Number EP2016065204
Publication Number 2017/001519
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-29
Publication Date 2017-01-05
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Schasfoort, Peter

Abstract

Optocoupler driver circuit for transferring data from a line level circuit to an isolated circuit. The optocoupler driver circuit has a first and second terminal (L1, L2) for a series connection of the optocoupler driver circuit in a supply mains line (L) operating on a first voltage level and supplying electrical power towards a low power supply (2) for powering the isolated circuit. An optocoupler (3) provides an output signal (out) to the isolated circuit. A voltage clamping element (4) is connected between the first and second terminal (L1, L2), having a clamping voltage which is a factor x lower than the first voltage level. A switching element (5) is driven by an input signal, and connected in series with an input side of the optocoupler (3). The series connection of the switching element (5) and the optocoupler (3) is connected in parallel to the voltage clamping element (4).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H03K 17/78 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking characterised by the use of specified components by the use, as active elements, of opto-electronic devices, i.e. light-emitting and photoelectric devices electrically- or optically-coupled
  • H02M 3/335 - Conversion of dc power input into dc power output with intermediate conversion into ac by static converters using discharge tubes with control electrode or semiconductor devices with control electrode to produce the intermediate ac using devices of a triode or a transistor type requiring continuous application of a control signal using semiconductor devices only
  • H04B 10/80 - Optical aspects relating to the use of optical transmission for specific applications, not provided for in groups , e.g. optical power feeding or optical transmission through water
  • H02M 1/00 - APPARATUS FOR CONVERSION BETWEEN AC AND AC, BETWEEN AC AND DC, OR BETWEEN DC AND DC, AND FOR USE WITH MAINS OR SIMILAR POWER SUPPLY SYSTEMS; CONVERSION OF DC OR AC INPUT POWER INTO SURGE OUTPUT POWER; CONTROL OR REGULATION THEREOF - Details of apparatus for conversion

5.

SNAP FIT COVER FOR A SWITCH CABINET

      
Application Number EP2016050488
Publication Number 2016/113267
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-01-12
Publication Date 2016-07-21
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Scholten, Franciscus Bernardus Wilhelmus

Abstract

The invention relates to a snap fit cover (1) for a recess (2) in an insulation wall (3, 3a, 3b) of a switch cabinet. The snap fit cover (1 ) comprises a substantially planar part (4) and snap cantilevers (5) protruding from the planar part (4) in a direction crossing the plane of the planar part (4). Said cantilevers (5) comprise first holding areas (6), which are designed for holding the snap fit cover (1) in the recess (2) in a mounted position and which are inclined in relation to the plane of the planar part (4). Moreover, said cantilevers (5) comprise second holding areas (7), which are recessed in relation to said first holding areas (6) forming a step towards a center section of the snap fit cover (1). Finally, a system comprising a snap fit cover (1) of the kind above and at least a first switch cabinet with a recess (2) in a first insulation wall (3a) and a second switch cabinet with a recess (2) in a second thicker insulation wall (3b) is disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/06 - Boards, panels, desks; Parts thereof or accessories therefor having associated enclosures, e.g. for preventing access to live parts

6.

COMPUTER IMPLEMENTED METHOD FOR DISPLAYING A USER INTERFACE

      
Application Number EP2015078691
Publication Number 2016/102175
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-04
Publication Date 2016-06-30
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Wasserman, Bernie
  • Patel, Siddharth Ramesh
  • Deogoji, Madhulika Vijay

Abstract

The invention relates to a computer implemented method for displaying a user interface in a monitoring system for monitoring a number of slave devices in a network by a master device, which method comprises the steps of: - writing software code for monitoring a number of slave devices in a network; - defining at least one display template with a number of data fields in the software code; - compiling the software code including the defined display template; and - running the compiled software code; - while running the compiled software code on the master device performing the steps of: - selecting a slave device by a user from a list of slave devices connected to the network; - loading and parsing a data file for the selected slave device; - activating at least one of the data fields in the at least one display template depending on the parsed data file; - reading data from the selected device; - integrating the read data into the activated data fields of the display template; and - displaying the at least one display template with the integrated data.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 9/445 - Program loading or initiating
  • G06F 9/44 - Arrangements for executing specific programs

7.

METHOD FOR ACCESSING A NUMBER OF SLAVE DEVICES WITH REGISTERS BY A MASTER DEVICE OVER A NETWORK

      
Application Number EP2015078698
Publication Number 2016/102176
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-04
Publication Date 2016-06-30
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Wasserman, Bernie
  • Patel, Siddharth, Ramesh
  • Solvande, Atul, Jagannath

Abstract

The invention relates to a computer, such as a programmable logic controller (PLC), implemented method for accessing a number of slave devices having a number of registers by a master device on a network, which method comprises the steps of: - providing a generic driver software in the master device for accessing slave devices on the network; - reading by the master device description files, describing the slave devices on the network; - using the description files for converting data read from and written to the generic driver when accessing the slave devices on the network.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 13/10 - Program control for peripheral devices

8.

DEVICE FOR OPERATING A SWITCHING DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2015079897
Publication Number 2016/096926
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-15
Publication Date 2016-06-23
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Heilersig, Dinant
  • Dierselhuis, Pieter Bastiaan

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for operating a switching device, such as a vacuum interrupter, which device comprises: - an operating axle for operating the switching device; - driving means for driving the operation axle; - spring means coupled between the driving means and the operating axle; - blocking means for blocking rotation of the operating axle. The invention also relates to a combination of such a device and a switching device having at least one movable contact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 3/30 - Power arrangements internal to the switch for operating the driving mechanism using spring motor
  • H01H 33/666 - Operating arrangements

9.

MECHANICAL CONNECTOR AND CIRCUIT BREAKER PROVIDED WITH MECHANICAL CONNECTOR

      
Application Number EP2015078684
Publication Number 2016/091753
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-12-04
Publication Date 2016-06-16
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Geusendam, Paulus
  • Nitert, Gerhardus Leonardus

Abstract

The invention relates to a mechanical connector for high and low voltages, comprising: - a first connector part with a first end having a cavity; - a second connector part with a first end having a cross section adapted to the cavity of the first connector part, wherein the inner dimensions of the cavity correspond with the outer dimensions of the cross section to provide a slide fit and an electrical connection between the outer circumference of the cross section and the inner circumference of the cavity; and a thermal conductive, electrically insulating layer is arranged between and in contact with the end face of the second connector part and the bottom of the cavity of the first connector part. The invention also relates to a circuit breaker with such a mechanical connector incorporated in the fixed electrode rod.

IPC Classes  ?

10.

SENSOR FOR MEASURING CURRENT IN A CONDUCTOR

      
Application Number EP2015074418
Publication Number 2016/066506
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-10-21
Publication Date 2016-05-06
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Dragt, Johannes, Dirk, Gerrit

Abstract

The invention relates to a sensor (1) for measuring current in a conductor (19), the sensor (1) comprising a stack comprising at least one isolation layer (3) and at least two metallization layers (101, 102) stacked in a first direction (z), the sensor (1) comprising a first winding of conductive material and a second winding of conductive material, the first winding and the second winding each comprising a first part (5, 205, 305) formed in a metallization layer (101, 102) comprised in the stack and mainly extending in a second direction (y) and having a first centre of gravity (105, 210, 310) and a second part (7, 207, 307) formed in a metallization layer (101, 102) comprised in the stack and mainly extending in a direction opposite to the second direction (y) and having a second centre of gravity (106, 211, 311), the first centre of gravity (105) of the first winding and the second centre of gravity (106) of the first winding being comprised in a first plane, the second centre of gravity (210, 310) of the second winding and the second centre of gravity (211, 311 ) of the second winding being comprised in a second plane, wherein the first plane intersects with the second plane in a common intersection line in the second direction (y), wherein the first direction (z) and the second direction (y) are orthogonal directions and the sensor (1) further comprises measurement means (11) arranged to measure current through the first winding and current through the second winding.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 15/18 - Adaptations providing voltage or current isolation, e.g. for high-voltage or high-current networks using inductive devices, e.g. transformers

11.

CIRCUIT BREAKER

      
Application Number EP2015065033
Publication Number 2016/001328
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-07-01
Publication Date 2016-01-07
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Geusendam, Paulus
  • Nitert, Gerhardus Leonardus
  • Van Dijk, Marcel

Abstract

The invention relates to a Circuit breaker comprising: - a switching device arranged within an insulation housing; - a fixed electrode rod mounted on one side of the switching device; - a movable electrode rod mounted on the other side of the switching device; - a first terminal arranged on the housing and electrically connected to the fixed electrode rod; - a second terminal for electrical connection with the movable electrode rod; and - contact means for establishing an electrical contact between the second terminal and the movable electrode rod in both the open position and the closed position of the switching device wherein the contact means comprise a first contact part arranged on the housing and in electrical connection with the second terminal, and a second contact part arranged on the movable electrode rod, wherein at least one of the first contact part and the second contact part is flexibly mounted in axial direction of the movable electrode rod.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 33/66 - Vacuum switches
  • H01H 1/58 - Electric connections to or between contacts; Terminals

12.

SELECTIVE CIRCUIT BREAKER

      
Application Number EP2015063753
Publication Number 2015/197471
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-18
Publication Date 2015-12-30
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Niehoff, Ronaldus

Abstract

Selective circuit breaker, in operation connectable between a main supply line and a downstream circuit breaker. The selective circuit breaker has a bypass switch in a supply line, and a controlled semiconductor switch connected in parallel to the bypass switch. A bypass switch off detection circuitry and a short circuit detection circuitry are provided for controlling the bypass switch and the semiconductor switch in accordance with a switching characteristic. The switching characteristic of the selective circuit breaker is programmable, and a short circuit current rating of the selective circuit breaker is substantially equal to a short circuit current rating of the downstream circuit breaker.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02H 3/02 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection - Details
  • H02H 3/08 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to excess current

13.

RETRACTION MECHANISM

      
Application Number EP2015062620
Publication Number 2015/193128
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-05
Publication Date 2015-12-23
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Cecchi, Angelo Michele
  • Lie, Tim
  • Geelen, Martin
  • Ros-Zuazua, Pedro
  • Agrela Gonzales, Mikel
  • Greefhorst, Job

Abstract

The invention relates to a retraction mechanism (7) for extending and retracting an electrical contact (9) to a connected and a disconnected position, characterized by comprising - a drive shaft (20) with an external thread arranged to rotably drive the retraction mechanism; - a threaded collar (1008) with an internal thread arranged to engage with the outer thread of the drive shaft, the threaded collar being arranged to be moved along the drive shaft by rotation of the drive shaft; and - indicator means (2000,2001,2002,2003,2004,2005) to indicate the location of the collar.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 11/10 - Indicating electrical condition of gear; Arrangement of test sockets
  • H02B 11/127 - Withdrawal mechanism

14.

RETRACTION MECHANISM

      
Application Number EP2015062617
Publication Number 2015/193127
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-05
Publication Date 2015-12-23
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Cecchi, Angelo, Michele
  • Lie, Tim
  • Geelen, Martin
  • Ros-Zuazua, Pedro
  • Agrela Gonzales, Mikel
  • Greefhorst, Job

Abstract

The invention relates to a retraction mechanism (7) for an electrical contact (9), the retraction mechanism characterized by comprising a drive shaft (20) with an external thread arranged to ratably drive the retraction mechanism, the drive shaft being supported by a frame (6) in a fixed position relative to the frame; a threaded collar (1008) with an internal thread arranged to engage with the outer thread of the drive shaft, the threaded collar being arranged to be moved along the drive shaft by rotation of the drive shaft and means (1000, 1009,1010) to lock the position of the threaded collar with respect to the frame.

IPC Classes  ?

15.

SENSOR FOR MEASURING CURRENT IN A CONDUCTOR

      
Application Number EP2015061611
Publication Number 2015/181183
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-26
Publication Date 2015-12-03
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Dragt, Johannes, Dirk, Gerrit
  • Morskieft, Elisabeth, Johanna, Maria

Abstract

Sensor (1) for measuring current in a conductor (19), comprising a substrate (2) in the form of a stratified plate comprising a first metallization layer, a second metallization layer and an isolation layer (3) between the first metallization layer and the second metallization layer, the substrate (2) comprising a coil (4) that winds along a coil axis (10) parallel to the first metallization layer, comprising at least one winding, wherein each winding comprises a first track (5) in the first metallization layer connected by a via (6) through the first isolation layer to a second track (7) in the second metallization layer, and the substrate (2) comprising means (11) to measure the current in the coil, characterized by the at least one winding only winding around non-magnetic material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 15/14 - Adaptations providing voltage or current isolation, e.g. for high-voltage or high-current networks
  • G01R 15/16 - Adaptations providing voltage or current isolation, e.g. for high-voltage or high-current networks using capacitive devices
  • G01R 15/18 - Adaptations providing voltage or current isolation, e.g. for high-voltage or high-current networks using inductive devices, e.g. transformers

16.

PLUG CONTACT

      
Application Number EP2015055367
Publication Number 2015/144466
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-03-13
Publication Date 2015-10-01
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Everink, Jacobus
  • Bouman, Sebastianus
  • Lammers, Arend

Abstract

The invention relates to a plug contact (10) for connecting a first contact (7) to a second contact (21) comprising a first contact finger (13) comprising a first surface (15), a second contact finger (14) comprising a second surface (16), the second surface facing the first surface (15); the plug contact (10) arranged to receive the first contact (7) between a first supply end (17) of the first surface (15) and a second supply end (18) of the second surface (16) and arranged to receive the second contact (21) between a first load end (19) of the first surface (15) and a second load end (20) of the second surface (16), wherein the first contact finger (13) and the second contact finger (14) are arranged to connect the first contact (7) to the second contact (21) characterized by the distance between the first surface (15) and the second surface (16) being smaller at a middle area (22) between the first supply end (17) and the first load end (19) than at the first supply end (17) and the first load end (19).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/11 - Resilient sockets
  • H01R 13/193 - Means for increasing contact pressure at the end of engagement of coupling part

17.

METHOD OF PRODUCING A HOUSING FOR MEDIUM VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR BY LASER WELDING THE STEEL WALL PARTS AND CORRESPONDING HOUSING

      
Application Number EP2014077654
Publication Number 2015/091295
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-12
Publication Date 2015-06-25
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Weijers, Lambertus
  • Ten Tusscher, Erik

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a housing (1) for medium voltage switchgear, which method comprises the steps of providing steel wall parts (2-6) and a cover (7), all coated with a zinc alloy comprising aluminum and magnesium, clamping the steel wall parts (2-6) in position to embody a housing (1) with an access opening, laser welding the steel wall parts (2-6) along the abutting edges, arranging switchgear in the housing (1) via the access opening, arranging a cover (7) on the access opening, and laser welding the cover (7) along the edges to the housing (1), such that a gas-tight housing is obtained. The invention also relates to a housing (1) for medium voltage switchgear.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23K 26/20 - Bonding
  • B23K 26/24 - Seam welding
  • B23K 26/32 - Bonding taking account of the properties of the material involved
  • H02B 13/035 - Gas-insulated switchgear
  • H02K 5/04 - Casings or enclosures characterised by the shape, form or construction thereof
  • H05K 5/06 - Hermetically-sealed casings

18.

ALTERNATING CURRENT CIRCUIT BREAKER WITH SELF-TEST CAPABILITY

      
Application Number EP2014076620
Publication Number 2015/086437
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-04
Publication Date 2015-06-18
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Niehoff, Ronaldus

Abstract

Method of executing a self-test of an alternating current circuit breaker, with a plurality of functional blocks. A processing unit is connected to first and second galvanic separation switches (SW2, SW3), a bypass switch (SW1) and a semiconductor switch element (IGBT), and is arranged to execute a self-test of the circuit breaker for each of the plurality of functional blocks, wherein the sequence and timing of the test of each of the plurality of functional blocks is programmed in and executed under control of the processing unit. Entering a failure mode of the circuit breaker is done upon detection of a failure status in any one of the functional blocks.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 83/04 - Protective switches, e.g. circuit-breaking switches, or protective relays operated by abnormal electrical conditions otherwise than solely by excess current operated by earth fault currents with testing means for indicating the ability of the switch or relay to function properly
  • G01R 31/327 - Testing of circuit interrupters, switches or circuit-breakers
  • H02H 3/33 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to phase angle between voltages or between currents involving comparison of the voltage or current values at corresponding points in different conductors of a single system, e.g. of currents in go and return conductors using summation current transformers
  • H01H 71/12 - Automatic release mechanisms with or without manual release

19.

SEMI VOLTAGE DEPENDENT CIRCUIT BREAKER

      
Application Number EP2014076597
Publication Number 2015/082629
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-04
Publication Date 2015-06-11
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Niehoff, Ronaldus

Abstract

Alternating current circuit breaker having a processing unit arranged to control a first and second galvanic separation switch (SW2, SW3), a bypass switch (SW1) and a semiconductor switch element (IGBT). A power supply unit is provided which is connected to the live supply connecting terminal (Lin) and to the neutral supply connecting terminal (Nin), and connected to the processing unit and further components of the alternating current circuit breaker for providing electrical operating power thereto. The power supply unit comprises a power reserve unit arranged to supply operating power to the power supply unit for at least a minimum time period after a voltage of the mains supply drops below the minimum operating voltage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02H 1/06 - Arrangements for supplying operative power
  • H02H 3/24 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to undervoltage or no-voltage

20.

AUTOMATIC RECLOSING ALTERNATING CURRENT CIRCUIT BREAKER

      
Application Number EP2014076606
Publication Number 2015/082632
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-04
Publication Date 2015-06-11
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Niehoff, Ronaldus

Abstract

Alternating current circuit breaker with a first galvanic separation switch (SW2) and a bypass switch (SW1) in a live line, a second galvanic separation switch (SW3) in the neutral line, and a semiconductor switch element (IGBT) connected parallel to the bypass switch (SW1). A processing unit is arranged to control the first and second galvanic separation switch (SW2, SW3), the bypass switch (SW1) and the semiconductor switch element (IGBT). A short circuit and overcurrent detection unit is connected to the processing unit for determining a short circuit situation or overcurrent situation. The processing unit is further arranged to execute a reclosing attempt after a certain time period after tripping of the circuit breaker, wherein the time period is dependent on the type of situation causing the tripping of the circuit breaker.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02H 3/06 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection - Details with automatic reconnection
  • H02H 3/02 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection - Details

21.

WITHDRAWABLE UNIT FOR DISCONNECTION OF A CONTACT MODULE WITH AN ELECTRICAL CONTACT

      
Application Number EP2014074544
Publication Number 2015/078703
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-13
Publication Date 2015-06-04
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lie, Tim
  • Cecchi, Angelo
  • Wang, Hongbin
  • Everink, Sjaak
  • Geelen, Martin
  • D´amico, Paolo
  • Knol, Bert
  • Postmus, Albert
  • Cheadle, Ross

Abstract

Disconnection device (1), comprising a contact module (10) with an electrical contact (11). In particular a withdrawable unit for disconnection of the electrical contact. The disconnection device is characterized by ∙ - a shaft (2) arranged to rotate around a rotation axis and ∙ - a member (4), wherein the contact module is fastened to the member. The member is arranged to be moveable parallel to a contacting direction for connecting and disconnecting the electrical contact. Furthermore, the member comprises a slot (5) comprising a first edge (51) and a second edge (52) facing the first edge. The angles between the first edge and the rotation axis and the contacting direction and the angles between the second edge and the rotation axis and the contacting direction have values larger than zero. The disconnection device also comprises a slider (3) arranged to be driven in a direction parallel to the rotation axis by the rotation of the shaft, wherein the slider is arranged to engage with at least one of the first edge and the second edge while being driven in the direction parallel to the rotation axis.

IPC Classes  ?

22.

SWITCHING DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2014075063
Publication Number 2015/075096
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-19
Publication Date 2015-05-28
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Singh, Sonil Krishnapal
  • Kunche, Sunilkumar

Abstract

Switching device (7) comprising a first contact (8) for making contact to a first circuit and a second contact (9) for making contact to a second circuit. The switching device further comprises a first transfer mechanism and a second transfer mechanism comprising a sector gear (12) and a rack gear (11), the rack gear (11) connected to the second contact (9) and the sector gear (12) arranged to transfer rotation of a rotable drive member (15) to movement of the rack gear (11).The rotable drive member comprises a first range of orientations wherein the first transfer mechanism drives the first contact (8) between a first connected position and a first disconnected position and wherein the sector gear (12) does not mesh with the rack gear (11). The rotable drive member also comprises a second range of orientations wherein the rack gear (11) meshes with the sector gear (12) and drives the second contact (9) between a second connected position to a second disconnected position.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 11/00 - Switchgear having carriage withdrawable for isolation
  • H01H 3/32 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts
  • H01H 3/40 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using friction, toothed, or screw-and-nut gearing
  • H01H 3/38 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using spring or other flexible shaft coupling

23.

SWITCHING DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2014074539
Publication Number 2015/074956
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-13
Publication Date 2015-05-28
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Eedara, Kumara Raja
  • Kunche, Sunilkumar
  • Milind, Thambu
  • Nair, Arun

Abstract

Switching device (7) comprising a housing (6), a first electrical contact and a second electrical contact. The switching device further comprises a Geneva drive comprising a first driven wheel (15) arranged to drive the first electrical contact relative to the housing between a first connected position and a first disconnected position. The Geneva drive further comprises a second driven wheel (16) arranged to drive the second electrical contact relative to the housing between a second connected position and a second disconnected position. The Geneva drive also comprises a drive wheel (10) comprising a driving pin (13) arranged to alternatingly drive the first driven wheel and the second driven wheel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 3/44 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using Geneva movement
  • H01H 9/26 - Interlocking, locking, or latching mechanisms for interlocking two or more switches
  • H02B 11/133 - Withdrawal mechanism with interlock
  • H02B 1/36 - Racks with withdrawable units

24.

SWITCHING GEAR

      
Application Number EP2014074697
Publication Number 2015/074974
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-15
Publication Date 2015-05-28
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Kunche, Sunilkumar
  • Joshi, Mahesh Prabhakar

Abstract

The invention relates to a switching gear comprising: -a frame; -a main contact block arranged to the frame and linear movable between a disconnected position and a connected position; -an auxiliary contact block arranged to the frame and movable parallel to the main contact block between a disconnected position and a connected position; -an operating lever having a shaft; -a main operating element and an auxiliary operating element arranged on the shaft of the operating lever; and -a main rod system and an auxiliary rod system connected between the respective operating element and contact block, such that on rotation of the operating lever the main contact block and the auxiliary contact block.

IPC Classes  ?

25.

DEVICE FOR CONNECTING TWO BUSBARS

      
Application Number EP2014073464
Publication Number 2015/071119
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-10-31
Publication Date 2015-05-21
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Nitert, Gerhardus

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (1) for connecting a first and a second busbar (14, 15), which busbars (14, 15) are hollow and aligned with each other, the device comprising: • - an electrically conducting expansion member (2) for arrangement inside the first busbar; • - displacement means (3) for displacing the expansion member (2) in axial direction from the first busbar (14) at least partially into the second busbar (15); and • - driving means (4) for driving the displacement means and for driving the expansion of the expansion member (2).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/05 - Resilient pins or blades
  • H01H 3/46 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using rod or lever linkage, e.g. toggle
  • H01R 4/50 - Clamped connections; Spring connections using a cam, wedge, cone or ball

26.

SWITCHGEAR HOUSING WITH MODULAR EXPANSION CHANNEL AND CHIMNEY

      
Application Number EP2014073454
Publication Number 2015/063268
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-10-31
Publication Date 2015-05-07
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Peterman-Gunther, Yvette
  • Weijers, Bert

Abstract

The invention relates to switchgear housing comprising: - a number of switchgear cabinets arranged in a row next to each other, wherein each cabinet has a blowout opening at the back near the bottom of the cabinet; - a number of expansion channel modules, each arranged to a respective cabinet and in fluid connection with the blowout opening; - at least one chimney module arranged to one cabinet, extending over substantially the full height of the cabinet, in fluid connection with the blowout opening of the respective cabinet and having an outlet opening at the top, wherein both the at least one chimney module and the number of expansion channel modules have connection openings for connecting to adjecent modules, such that an expansion channel is formed extending horizontally over the width of the switchgear housing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/025 - Safety arrangements, e.g. in case of excessive pressure or fire due to electrical defect
  • H02B 1/56 - Cooling; Ventilation

27.

MOUNTING PLATE FOR CURRENT TRANSFORMER HOUSING AND COMBINATION WITH CURRENT TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2014072582
Publication Number 2015/059160
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-10-21
Publication Date 2015-04-30
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Hoekstra, Jakob Albert

Abstract

The invention relates to a mounting plate (2) for at least one current transformer housing, which mounting plate comprises: • - a base surface; • - a support wall (11) extending perpendicular from the base surface; • - at least one spring mounted cam (14) extending from the base surface at a distance from the support wall; and • - at least one locking cam (12) extending parallel and at a distance from the base surface and wherein the at least one locking cam extends perpendicular from the support wall (11) in the direction of the spring mounted cam. The invention also relates to a combination (1) of the mounting plate (2) of the invention and at least one current transformer (7, 8, 9).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 27/06 - Mounting, supporting, or suspending transformers, reactors, or choke coils
  • H01F 38/28 - Current transformers
  • H01F 38/38 - Instrument transformers for polyphase ac

28.

SWITCHING GEAR

      
Application Number EP2014070022
Publication Number 2015/044053
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-09-19
Publication Date 2015-04-02
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Kulkarni, Aniruddha
  • Warad, Nilesh
  • Kunche, Sunil

Abstract

The invention relates to switching gear comprising: - a frame; - a main contact block (3) arranged to the frame and linearly movable between a disconnected position and a connected position; - an auxiliary contact block (4) arranged to the frame and movable parallel to the main contact block between a disconnected position and a connected position; - an operating lever (6); - a switch mechanism for disconnecting and connecting the axial movement and the rotation of the operating lever to the linear movement of the main contact block and the auxiliary contact block, such that from the disconnected position of both the main contact block (3) and the auxiliary contact block (3), first the auxiliary contact block is moved towards the connected position and after the auxiliary contact block has reached the connected position, the main contact block is moved towards the connected position.

IPC Classes  ?

29.

HOUSING FOR SWITCHGEAR

      
Application Number EP2014068446
Publication Number 2015/028645
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-08-29
Publication Date 2015-03-05
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Geusendam, Paulus

Abstract

The invention relates to a housing (1) for switchgear having a withdrawable carriage, which housing has a wall with at least two openings (2, 3) for protrusion of parts of the withdrawable carriage, characterized by at least two shutter parts (5, 6) having each a hinge point (7, 8) near an edge of the shutter part, wherein the shutter parts are arranged with their hinge point to the wall of the housing at a zone bordering the convex envelope of the at least two openings, wherein each shutter part is movable between a closed position and an open position within a rotational angle of less than 90°.

IPC Classes  ?

30.

CIRCUIT BREAKER WITH HYBRID SWITCH

      
Application Number EP2014068420
Publication Number 2015/028634
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-08-29
Publication Date 2015-03-05
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Niehoff, Ronaldus

Abstract

Alternating current circuit breaker with a first galvanic separation switch (SW2) and a bypass switch (SW1) in a live line, and a second galvanic separation switch (SW3) in a neutral line, and a semiconductor switch element connected parallel to the bypass switch (SW1). The semiconductor switch element comprises a combination of a rectifier bridge (D1-D4) and an isolated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT). A processing unit is connected to a current measurement unit arranged in the live line, and is arranged to control the bypass switch (SW1), first and second galvanic separation switches (SW2, SW3) and the conducting state of the isolated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) in case of detection of a short circuit condition.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 9/54 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the switching device and for which no provision exists elsewhere
  • H02H 3/10 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to excess current additionally responsive to some other abnormal electrical conditions

31.

PANEL WITH SWITCHGEAR AND ALIGNMENT MEANS

      
Application Number EP2013058253
Publication Number 2014/173428
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-04-22
Publication Date 2014-10-30
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Heilersig, Dinant
  • Van Dijk, Marcel
  • Hornok, Peter
  • Damink, Ronnie Johannus Bernardus Maria
  • D'Amico, Paolo

Abstract

The invention relates to a panel for switchgear, which panel comprises: • - a housing; • - at least one busbar (5, 6) extending from a first side of the panel to the opposite second side; • - connector elements (7 8) arranged on each end of the at least one busbar for connection of the at least one busbar with a busbar of an adjacent panel; and • - alignment means (10, 15) for aligning two adjacent panels upon coupling the panels together and connecting the busbars through the connector elements wherein the alignment means comprise t least one guide pin (10) extending from the first side and corresponding holes (15) arranged on the opposite sie of te panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/00 - Arrangement of switchgear in which switches are enclosed in, or structurally associated with, a casing, e.g. cubicle
  • H02B 1/30 - Cabinet-type casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor

32.

DRAW OUT SWITCHING DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2013076956
Publication Number 2014/095905
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-17
Publication Date 2014-06-26
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Haverkamp, Eric
  • Geelen, Martin

Abstract

The invention relates to a drawout switching device comprising: a base frame for arrangement in a cabinet; a subframe slidable arranged in the base frame and housing switching gear; wherein the subframe is positionable in at least a connected position, a test position and a disconnected position; a lockable door hingedly arranged to the base frame; and operating means for operating the switching gear; wherein the operating means are arranged on a telescopic slidable door part arranged in the lockable door, wherein the slidable door part protrudes from the lockable door in the test position and disconnected position of the subframe.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/36 - Racks with withdrawable units
  • H02B 1/28 - Casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof or flameproof
  • H02B 1/38 - Hinged covers or doors

33.

CONDUCTOR SYSTEM FOR USE IN A DIELECTRIC

      
Application Number EP2013076420
Publication Number 2014/095584
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-12
Publication Date 2014-06-26
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Geusendam, Paulus

Abstract

Conductor system for use in a surrounding dielectric comprising a first member with a first conductive surface having a first edge and arranged to be in contact with the surrounding dielectric. The conductor system further comprises a second member arranged such that there is a gap between the first member and the second member at the first edge. The conductor system further comprises a protector arranged to be partially held in the gap by elastic forces in the protector and having a conductive protector surface arranged to be pressed against the first edge by the elastic forces and arranged to protrude out of the gap on the side of the first member.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/00 - Arrangement of switchgear in which switches are enclosed in, or structurally associated with, a casing, e.g. cubicle

34.

ANNULAR CLAMPING RING PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR BUSBARS

      
Application Number EP2013076960
Publication Number 2014/095909
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-12-17
Publication Date 2014-06-26
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Haverkamp, Eric

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for supporting and clamping two bus bar plates (2) onto each other, which device comprises: supporting elements (3) for supporting the bus bar plates; spring elements (5, 6, 7, 8) arranged opposite of the support elements (3); and an annular body (4) arranged around the support elements (3) and the spring elements (5, 6, 7, 8), wherein the annular body (4) comprises cams (13) for urging the spring elements (5, 6, 7, 8) towards the support elements (3) thereby pressing the two bus bar plates together.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 5/02 - Open installations
  • B25B 5/08 - Arrangements for positively actuating jaws using cams

35.

NATURAL VENTILATION SYSTEM INSIDE A LOW VOLTAGE SYSTEM

      
Application Number EP2013074903
Publication Number 2014/083077
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-11-27
Publication Date 2014-06-05
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lie, Tim
  • Man, Carmen

Abstract

The invention relates to a housing for a low voltage system, which housing comprises: - a frame for housing a number of electrical devices, such as switchgear, arranged in slots of the frame, which frame has at least a bottom wall, two vertical side walls and a top wall; - a channel having an air inlet near the bottom of the frame and an air outlet near the top of the frame; wherein the channel is in heat exchanging contact with the frame.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • H02B 1/28 - Casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof or flameproof
  • H02B 1/56 - Cooling; Ventilation

36.

NATURAL PARALLEL VENTILATION INSIDE A LOW VOLTAGE SYSTEM

      
Application Number EP2013074904
Publication Number 2014/083078
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-11-27
Publication Date 2014-06-05
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lie, Tim
  • Man, Carmen
  • Bouman, Bas

Abstract

The invention relates to a housing for a low voltage system, which housing comprises: - a frame for housing a number of electrical devices, such as switchgear, arranged in slots of the frame, which frame has at least a bottom wall, two vertical side walls and a top wall; - a first channel having an air inlet near the bottom of the frame; - a second channel having an air outlet near the top of the frame; - at least one electrical device arranged in the frame, the device having a device inlet and a device outlet; wherein the device inlet is connected to the first channel and the device outlet is connected to the second channel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/28 - Casings; Parts thereof or accessories therefor dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof or flameproof
  • H02B 1/56 - Cooling; Ventilation
  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating

37.

MEDIUM VOLTAGE CONNECTION

      
Application Number EP2013072517
Publication Number 2014/067902
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-28
Publication Date 2014-05-08
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Geusendam, Paulus

Abstract

The invention relates to a medium voltage connection, comprising: -a firstconductor and a second conductor electrically attached to each other; -a first isolating layer arranged around the first conductor and a second isolating layer arranged around the second conductor, leaving an airgap between both isolating layers; -an isolating rubber sleeve arranged between the first isolating layer and the second isolating layer to fill the airgap between the two isolating layers; wherein -a conducting layer is arranged on the first isolating layer; and wherein -the rubber sleeve is provided with a conducting portion, which overlaps with the conducting layer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/53 - Bases or cases for heavy duty; Bases or cases with means for preventing corona or arcing
  • H01R 13/6584 - Shield structure with resilient means for engaging mating connector with separate conductive resilient members between mating shield members formed by conductive elastomeric members, e.g. flat gaskets or O-rings
  • H02G 15/18 - Cable junctions protected by sleeves, e.g. for communication cable

38.

CONNECTOR FOR ELECTRICALLY CONNECTING TWO PANELS HAVING SWITCHGEAR

      
Application Number EP2013058252
Publication Number 2013/156629
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-04-22
Publication Date 2013-10-24
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Heilersig, Dinant
  • Van Dijk, Marcel

Abstract

The invention relates to a connector (1) for electrically connecting two panels having switchgear, which connector comprises: two cups (2, 3) having a truncated cone shape for arrangement in a panel, the cups each having a conductor end extending through the tip of the cone and into the cup; an insulating body (10) having two opposite truncated cone shaped outer surfaces (12, 13) each for reception in one of the cups and having a central passage; an electrically conducting element (11) for connecting with the conductor ends extending in the central passage of the insulating body; wherein the insulating body (10) is a moulded body having an earth wire (16) moulded in; and wherein a coating of an electrical conducting layer is arranged on the earth wire and at least part of the insulating body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/00 - Arrangement of switchgear in which switches are enclosed in, or structurally associated with, a casing, e.g. cubicle
  • H02B 1/16 - Earthing arrangements

39.

DRAW-OUT SWITCHING DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2013054974
Publication Number 2013/135679
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-12
Publication Date 2013-09-19
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Everink, Jacobus

Abstract

The invention relates to a drawout switching device comprising: -a base frame for arrangement in a cabinet; -a subframe slidable arranged in the base frame and housing switching gear; wherein the subframe is positionable in at least a connected position, a test position and a disconnected position and wherein the subframe comprises at least two subframe parts, which are movable relative to each other and further comprising an operating mechanism for moving the at least two subframe parts one after the other, to arrive at the connected postion, the test position and the disconnected position.

IPC Classes  ?

40.

DRAW-OUT SWITCHING DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2013055013
Publication Number 2013/135708
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-12
Publication Date 2013-09-19
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Geelen, Martin
  • Everink, Jacobus
  • Hoekstra, Jaap

Abstract

The invention relates to a draw-out switching device comprising: a base frame for arrangement in a cabinet; a sub-frame slidable arranged in the base frame and housing switching gear; wherein the sub-frame is positionable in at least a connected position, a test position and a disconnected position; and a door for at least partially covering the sub-frame in the base frame, the door comprising a latch, which latch is blocked by the sub-frame in the test position and the connected position and the latch is released in the disconnected position.

IPC Classes  ?

41.

VACUUM INTERRUPTER

      
Application Number EP2012076264
Publication Number 2013/092785
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-12-20
Publication Date 2013-06-27
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Binnendijk, Marten

Abstract

The invention relates to a vacuum interrupter (1) for use as both a load break switch and a circuit breaker switch in medium voltage applications, which vacuum interrupter (1) comprises: - a housing (2); - a first (3) and second contact (5) arranged in the housing (2) and each having a conductor (4, 6) running to the outside of the housing (2); - means (9) for moving the first (3) and second contact (5) towards and away from each other; wherein - the first contact (3) is the cathode in the load break switch applications and the second contact (5) is the cathode in circuit breaker switch applications.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 33/12 - Auxiliary contacts on to which the arc is transferred from the main contacts
  • H01H 33/664 - Contacts; Arc-extinguishing means, e.g. arcing rings
  • H01H 33/666 - Operating arrangements
  • H01H 33/59 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the switch and not otherwise provided for, e.g. for ensuring operation of the switch at a predetermined point in the ac cycle

42.

ARC ENERGY ABSORBER

      
Application Number EP2012073676
Publication Number 2013/079464
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-11-27
Publication Date 2013-06-06
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Lammers, Arend

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for cooling exhaust gases caused by an electrical arc in high or medium voltage switch gear, which device comprises a housing with an inlet and an outlet for passage of the gases, wherein a hydrous mineral is arranged in the housing for cooling the gases with the water contained in the hydrous mineral.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 9/30 - Means for extinguishing or preventing arc between current-carrying parts

43.

ELECTROMAGNETIC ACTUATOR

      
Application Number EP2012073675
Publication Number 2013/079463
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-11-27
Publication Date 2013-06-06
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Lammers, Arend

Abstract

The invention relates to an electromagnetic actuator for operating at least one movable contact of a switch into a switched-on position or a switched-off position, wherein the electromagnetic actuator comprises: -a static pole body; -a movable pole body movable relative to the static pole body; -a first magnetic circuit comprising a first coil for making the movable pole body and the fixed pole body move towards each other to a switched-on position and a second coil for making the movable pole body and the fixed pole body move away from each other to a switched-off position; and -a second magnetic circuit comprising a permanent magnet and a retaining plate to keep the static pole body and the movable pole body in the switched-on position; -first spring means for urging the static pole body and the movable body away from each other; wherein the first and second magnetic circuit are arranged concentrically.

IPC Classes  ?

44.

DRIVING ROD FOR MEDIUM VOLTAGE SWITCHING ELEMENT GEAR

      
Application Number EP2012073957
Publication Number 2013/079591
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-11-29
Publication Date 2013-06-06
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lammers, Arend
  • Schoonenberg, Gerard

Abstract

The invention relates to a device for medium or high voltage switching element gear, the device comprising: - a switching element for connecting two conductors; and - a driving rod for operating the switch; wherein the driving rod comprises at least a surface layer of an electrically high resistance material. The electrically high resistance material ensures that a small current will flow through the material due to the present electrical field. This small current will cause a heating of the driving rod, such that condensation is reduced or prevented.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 33/60 - Switches wherein the means for extinguishing or preventing the arc do not include separate means for obtaining or increasing flow of arc-extinguishing fluid
  • H01H 33/24 - Means for preventing discharge to non-current-carrying parts, e.g. using corona ring
  • H01H 33/666 - Operating arrangements

45.

BUSBAR CONNECTION

      
Application Number EP2012067776
Publication Number 2013/037798
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-09-12
Publication Date 2013-03-21
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Binnendijk, Marten
  • Lammers, Arend

Abstract

The invention relates to a busbar connection comprising: first and second busbars each with a free end, wherein the free ends of the busbars are directed towards each other and are in electrical contact with each other; and shield means enveloping the free ends of the busbars for steering the electrical field, characterized in that the shield means comprise a body of electrical conducting material, said body having two oppositely arranged contact surfaces for direct electrical contact with the free ends of the busbars and said body having a flange surrounding the contact surfaces and providing an upright edge around the contact surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02G 5/00 - Installations of bus-bars
  • H02B 13/00 - Arrangement of switchgear in which switches are enclosed in, or structurally associated with, a casing, e.g. cubicle
  • H02G 5/06 - Totally-enclosed installations, e.g. in metal casings
  • H01H 33/24 - Means for preventing discharge to non-current-carrying parts, e.g. using corona ring

46.

SWITCHING INSTALLATION WITH PRESSURE CONTROLLED SHORT-CIRCUIT DEVICE

      
Application Number EP2012064454
Publication Number 2013/014135
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-07-24
Publication Date 2013-01-31
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Heilersig, Johan, Dinant
  • D'Amico, Paolo
  • Hornok, Peter
  • Van Dijk, Marcel

Abstract

The invention relates to a switching installation comprising: - a gas tight housing with at least one wall part; - an input conductor for carrying an input voltage, the conductor being arranged in the housing; - an insulation arranged around the input conductor to insulate the input conductor from the housing; - a short-circuit device changeable from a first condition, in which the insulation is insulating the input conductor from the housing, to a second condition, in which an electrical short circuit connection is created through the insulation between the input conductor and an auxiliary connection; - an actuator coupled to the at least one wall part of the gas tight housing for actuating the short-circuit device upon movement of the wall part as a result of a pressure increase in the housing; and threshold means for providing a preset threshold in the actuator.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/025 - Safety arrangements, e.g. in case of excessive pressure or fire due to electrical defect
  • H02B 13/075 - Earthing arrangements
  • H02B 13/065 - Means for detecting or reacting to mechanical or electrical defects

47.

DISCONNECTOR SWITCH FOR VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER

      
Application Number EP2011072896
Publication Number 2012/080392
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-12-15
Publication Date 2012-06-21
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Lammers, Arend

Abstract

Disconnector unit for a medium voltage application, comprising a conductive pen (7) inside a housing (8). The conductive pen (7) is moveable between an operational position in which an electrical contact is provided between a first terminal (3) and a second terminal (6) positioned inside the housing (8), and an off position in which no electrical contact is present between the first terminal (3) and the second terminal (6). The conductive pen (7) comprises a first actuating part (11) inside the housing (8), e.g in the form of a magnet. The disconnector unit (10) further comprises a second actuating part (17) positioned outside the housing (8), wherein the first actuating part (11) and second actuating part (17) form a non-mechanical link.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 31/00 - Air-break switches for high tension without arc-extinguishing or arc-preventing means
  • H01H 1/22 - Contacts characterised by the manner in which co-operating contacts engage by abutting with rigid pivoted member carrying the moving contact
  • H01H 3/28 - Power arrangements internal to the switch for operating the driving mechanism using electromagnet
  • H01H 3/46 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using rod or lever linkage, e.g. toggle
  • H01H 9/16 - Indicators for switching condition, e.g. "on" or "off"

48.

ELECTROMAGNETIC ACTUATOR WITH UNDER VOLTAGE RELEASE

      
Application Number EP2011072898
Publication Number 2012/080393
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-12-15
Publication Date 2012-06-21
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Lammers, Arend

Abstract

An electromagnetic actuator has a yoke (9) for guiding a magnetic flux, and a holding plate (6) attached to an actuating member (1), the holding plate (6) and yoke (9) forming a first magnetic circuit. Furthermore a magnetic flux generation device is provided for generating a magnetic flux in the first magnetic circuit. The magnetic flux generation device comprises an under voltage release coil (5) electrically connected to an auxiliary voltage source representing the value of a voltage to be monitored.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01F 7/123 - Guiding or setting position of armatures, e.g. retaining armatures in their end position by ancillary coil
  • H01H 71/26 - Electromagnetic mechanisms with windings acting in opposition
  • H01H 83/12 - Protective switches, e.g. circuit-breaking switches, or protective relays operated by abnormal electrical conditions otherwise than solely by excess current operated by voltage falling below a predetermined value, e.g. for no-volt protection

49.

CONNECTION ASSEMBLY FOR ELECTRICAL CABINET

      
Application Number EP2011058074
Publication Number 2011/144669
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-05-18
Publication Date 2011-11-24
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Everink, Jacobus

Abstract

Connection assembly for providing a plurality of connections to an interface block (1) attached to a withdrawable unit (4) in an electrical cabinet (5). The connection assembly comprises an auxiliary contact block (2), which comprises a plurality of contact members (22) for connection to the withdrawable unit (4) and attachment elements (23) for attachment of the auxiliary contact block (2) to a structural part of the electrical cabinet (5). The connection assembly further comprises a connection block (3), which comprises a plurality of contacts (31) for providing wiring connections towards a cableway (6) in the electrical cabinet (5), wherein that the connection block (3) and the auxiliary contact block (2) are separable.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only

50.

BLANK FOR FORMING A DRAWER FOR AN ELECTRICAL CABINET

      
Application Number EP2011056098
Publication Number 2011/128456
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-04-18
Publication Date 2011-10-20
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Everink, Jacobus

Abstract

Blank for forming a drawer (10) for an electrical cabinet which comprises a base plate part (1), a first foldable part (2) for a connector wall with an associated folding line (3) extending in a first direction, and second and third foldable parts (4, 6) for side walls with associated folding lines (5, 7) extending in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction. The base plate part (1) comprises lateral slider parts (8, 9) extending outward of the associated folding lines (5, 7) of the second and third foldable parts (4, 6).

IPC Classes  ?

51.

LOCKING MECHANISM FOR A DRAWER UNIT IN AN ELECTRICAL CABINET

      
Application Number EP2011056100
Publication Number 2011/128457
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-04-18
Publication Date 2011-10-20
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor Everink, Jacobus

Abstract

Locking mechanism for locking a drawer unit (20) in a fixed position relative to a divider plate (28) in an electrical cabinet where a mechanism frame (1) is provided, as well as an operating frame (6). The operating frame (6) is connected to the mechanism frame (1) using a mounting mechanism (7a-7d). Also, a locking member (11) is present having a locking element (12) extending through the guiding slot (3) in operation and being positioned between the guiding flanges (4, 5) for movement along a second axis (9) at an angle to the first axis (8). The locking member (11) is slidably connected to the operating frame (6) using a translation mechanism (15a- 15c) for translating the movement of the operating frame (6) along the first axis (8) to a movement of the locking member (11) along the second axis (9).

IPC Classes  ?

52.

A TERMINAL FOR AN ELECTRICAL SWITCHGEAR

      
Application Number EP2011000992
Publication Number 2011/107254
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-03-01
Publication Date 2011-09-09
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Binnendijk, Marten
  • Lammers, Arend

Abstract

A terminal for an electrical switchgear, the terminal comprises a housing arrangement (3) comprising an electrically insulating material and having an inner surface defining a cavity; and a first terminal electrical contact (61) contained in the housing arrangement for making an electrical connection with an electrical component (41) insertable into the cavity The first terminal electrical contact is located in a first recess (40) formed in the inner surface and is flush with the inner surface of the housing arrangement.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/16 - Earthing arrangements
  • H02B 11/12 - Switchgear having carriage withdrawable for isolation with isolation by horizontal withdrawal
  • H01H 1/40 - Contact mounted so that its contact-making surface is flush with adjoining insulation
  • H02B 11/28 - Earthing arrangements
  • H01H 1/36 - Contacts characterised by the manner in which co-operating contacts engage by sliding
  • H01H 33/66 - Vacuum switches

53.

A SWITCH ARRANGEMENT FOR AN ELECTRICAL SWITCHGEAR

      
Application Number EP2011000994
Publication Number 2011/107255
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-03-01
Publication Date 2011-09-09
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lammers, Arend
  • Binnendijk, Marten

Abstract

A switch arrangement (1) for an electrical switchgear (2) comprises a terminal arrangement comprising an insulating housing (3) containing a first electrical contact (5) and a second electrical contact (6) which are spaced apart along an axial direction. A breaker (4) is moveable along the axial direction in the housing to a first position. When the breaker (4) is in the first position and closed it electrically connects the first electrical contact (5) and the second electrical contact (6). The housing (3) is split into a plurality of separate sections (3a, 3b) along the axial direction, and wherein at least one of the electrical contacts (5) is in one of the sections (3a) and at least another of the electrical contacts (6) is in another section (3b).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 1/16 - Earthing arrangements
  • H02B 11/12 - Switchgear having carriage withdrawable for isolation with isolation by horizontal withdrawal
  • H01H 1/40 - Contact mounted so that its contact-making surface is flush with adjoining insulation
  • H02B 11/28 - Earthing arrangements
  • H01H 1/36 - Contacts characterised by the manner in which co-operating contacts engage by sliding
  • H01H 33/66 - Vacuum switches

54.

CABLE TEST FACILITY FOR SWITCHGEAR

      
Application Number EP2010070139
Publication Number 2011/073418
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-12-17
Publication Date 2011-06-23
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lammers, Arend
  • Nitert, Gerhardus
  • Balm-Van Tilborg, Edith

Abstract

The invention provides for a medium voltage switchgear connectable to an electrical cable (6), comprising an enclosure (7) provided with a opening (3) for introducing a test electrode (24) into the enclosure (7), a cable test contact (25) which is located inside of the enclosure (7), wherein the cable test contact (25) is electrically connectable with the cable (6), and earthing means (26) for earthing the cable test contact (25) in an earthed position of the switchgear, wherein the earthing means (26) are removable from the earthed position into a test position of the switchgear in which the cable test contact (25) is disconnected from earth (32), wherein the earthing means (26) comprise a movable earthing element (26) which extends between the cable test contact (25) and the opening (3) in the enclosure (7 ), and wherein the earthing element (26) is hollow for receiving the test electrode (24).

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 31/327 - Testing of circuit interrupters, switches or circuit-breakers

55.

HEAT TRANSFER ASSEMBLY FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

      
Application Number EP2010066530
Publication Number 2011/051476
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-10-29
Publication Date 2011-05-05
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Schoten, Frederik
  • Lammers, Arend
  • Geusendam, Paulus

Abstract

The invention relates to a heat transfer assembly for transferring heat from an element under electrical tension, comprising a first heat transfer assembly part thermally connectable to the element under electrical tension; a second heat transfer assembly part thermally connected to the first heat transfer assembly part, an electrically insulating filling material for electrically insulating the first heat transfer assembly part from the second heat transfer assembly part, wherein the first heat transfer assembly part comprises a primary heat pipe which in use has a condenser part being remote from the element under electrical tension, wherein the primary heat pipe and the second heat transfer assembly part overlap each other over an effective length at the condenser part of the primary heat pipe, and wherein the filling material is provided between the primary heat pipe and the second heat transfer assembly part over at least the effective length.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/025 - Safety arrangements, e.g. in case of excessive pressure or fire due to electrical defect

56.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION WITH HEAT TRANSFER ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number EP2010066531
Publication Number 2011/051477
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-10-29
Publication Date 2011-05-05
Owner EATON ELECTRIC B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Schoten, Frederik
  • Lammers, Arend
  • Van De Ven, Nico
  • Geusendam, Paulus

Abstract

The invention relates to an electrical installation, such as a switchgear, comprising an enclosure (17), an element under electrical tension located in the enclosure (17), and a heat transfer assembly (3) thermally connected to the electric element,in which the heat transfer assembly part (3) comprises a heat pipe (1) having in use an evaporator part directed to the electric element of the installation, and an electrically insulating body (5) arranged between the heat pipe (1) and the electric element, wherein the evaporator part of the heat pipe (1) is located inside the enclosure (17) of the electrical installation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/025 - Safety arrangements, e.g. in case of excessive pressure or fire due to electrical defect

57.

TRIP UNIT

      
Application Number EP2010064169
Publication Number 2011/036261
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-09-24
Publication Date 2011-03-31
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Hemmer, Aloysius
  • Niehoff, Ronaldus
  • Van Vlijmen, Stefan

Abstract

The present trip unit is an earth leakage device for switching off a mechanism in the case of detecting an earth leakage current. The closed housing (2) is protecting the movable parts of the actuation unit inside the housing from iron particles and dust coming from the environment. The specific positioning of parts of the actuation unit prevents iron and dust particles from contaminating the contact surface (Y) between the coil core (3) and the stator parts (61) of the actuator. The coil core and/or stator parts of the actuation unit are manufactured of iron in contrast to prevalently used expensive Fe-Ni alloy material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 71/32 - Electromagnetic mechanisms having permanently magnetised part
  • H01H 71/74 - Means for adjusting the conditions under which the device will function to provide protection
  • H01H 71/24 - Electromagnetic mechanisms

58.

Quickly exchangeable switching device in fixed type medium voltage switchgear system

      
Application Number 12669872
Grant Number 08043129
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-09-08
First Publication Date 2010-08-12
Grant Date 2011-10-25
Owner Eaton Electric B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Schoten, Frederik Paul
  • Lammers, Arend Jan Willem

Abstract

Switching device assembly for providing a switching function in a medium voltage switchgear system. A switching device (10) is positioned in a switching device housing (11). Terminals (14, 15) are connected to the switching device (10) and receiving ends (24, 25) thereof are provided for receiving an interface surface (26, 27) of respective conductor terminals (20, 21) of the medium voltage switchgear. Mounting assemblies are arranged to releasably fasten the terminals (14, 15) to the respective conductor terminals (20, 21) in operation. A switching device drive unit (30), to which the switching device housing (11) is mounted, is provided with sealable access points (31, 32), through which the mounting assemblies are reachable when opened.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 4/38 - Clamped connections; Spring connections using a clamping member acted on by screw or nut

59.

SWITCHING INSTALLATION WITH ARC PROTECTION AND ARC PROTECTION METHOD

      
Application Number EP2009062451
Publication Number 2010/034814
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-25
Publication Date 2010-04-01
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Nitert, Gerhardus
  • Lammers, Arend

Abstract

A switching installation (5) including a gas-filled enclosure (30), an input conductor (33), an actuator (50, 159, 550) and a short-circuit device (43, 51, 500). The actuator (50) is arranged to actuate the short-circuit device (43,51) upon the occurrence of a first arc (62) in the enclosure (30). The short-circuit device (500) creates, upon being actuated, a short-circuit through the solid insulation (42) between the input conductor (33) and the enclosure (30) or a separate ground point (560). The actuator (50) can be arranged to react on an increase in pressure in the enclosure (30) upon the occurrence of the first arc (62). The gas can be air or SF6. The short-circuit device (43, 51) can create, upon being actuated, the short-circuit through a section (543) of a solid cable insulation (42) isolating the input conductor (33) from the enclosure (30).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/025 - Safety arrangements, e.g. in case of excessive pressure or fire due to electrical defect
  • H02B 13/075 - Earthing arrangements

60.

SWITCHING INSTALLATION WITH ARC PROTECTION AND ARC PROTECTION METHOD

      
Application Number EP2009062454
Publication Number 2010/034817
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-25
Publication Date 2010-04-01
Owner EATON INDUSTRIES (NETHERLANDS) B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Lammers, Arend
  • Nitert, Gerhardus

Abstract

A switching installation (5) including a gas-filled enclosure (30) having an input conductor (33), an actuator (50) and an arc initiator (43, 51, 52). The actuator (50) is arranged to actuate the arc initiator (43, 51, 52) upon the occurrence of a first arc (62) with a first length in the enclosure (30). The arc initiator (43, 51, 52) creates, upon being actuated, a path for a second arc (68) of a second length, the second length being shorter than the first length. The actuator (50) can be arranged to react on an increase in pressure in the enclosure (30) upon the occurrence of the first arc (62). The gas can be air or SF6. The arc initiator (43, 51, 52) can create, upon being actuated, the path for the second arc (68) through a section (43) of a solid cable insulation (42) isolating the input conductor (33) from the enclosure (30).

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02B 13/025 - Safety arrangements, e.g. in case of excessive pressure or fire due to electrical defect

61.

DISCONNECTOR FOR SWITCHGEAR

      
Application Number EP2009058324
Publication Number 2010/000799
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-07-02
Publication Date 2010-01-07
Owner EATON ELECTRIC B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Nitert, Gerhardus Leonardus
  • Lammers, Arend Jan Willem

Abstract

Disconnector for switchgear, having a first contact position, in which an electrical contact is provided between a main terminal and a first terminal, and a second contact position, in which an electrical contact is provided between the main terminal and a second terminal, the disconnector comprising a connector body which is moveable in a first direction between the first and second position and provided with an end portion which is extendable in a direction substantially perpendicular to the first direction for providing a contact force between the end portion and the first, second or main terminal, a first operating mechanism which is arranged to move the connector body between the first and second position, and a second operating mechanism which is arranged to extend the end portion of the connector body when the disconnector is in either the first or second contact position, in which the end portion of the connector body is provided with a conical inside surface and the second operating mechanism comprises a first shaft provided with a first conically shaped end body positioned inside the conical inside surface of the end portion of the connector body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 31/00 - Air-break switches for high tension without arc-extinguishing or arc-preventing means
  • H01H 31/28 - Air-break switches for high tension without arc-extinguishing or arc-preventing means with movable contact that remains electrically connected to one line in open position of switch with angularly-movable contact
  • H01H 3/46 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using rod or lever linkage, e.g. toggle

62.

Operating mechanism with adjustment of contact force

      
Application Number 12208601
Grant Number 08242399
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-09-11
First Publication Date 2009-03-19
Grant Date 2012-08-14
Owner Eaton Electric B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Van Dijk, Marcel Berend Paul
  • Nitert, Gerhardus Leonardus
  • Wilms, Ronald Johannes

Abstract

An operating mechanism operates a multi-pole circuit breaker assembly. For each circuit breaker in the multi-pole circuit breaker assembly, the following elements are provided: a connection assembly for connection to an operating shaft of the circuit breaker, an actuator for changing between an ON and OFF state of the operating mechanism, a translation assembly for transferring a movement of the actuator to the connection assembly, and a compression spring exerting a force on the operating shaft in the ON state of the operating mechanism. The force exerted by the compression spring is adjustable by a force setting assembly in a continuous manner.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 5/00 - Snap-action arrangements, i.e. in which during a single opening operation or a single closing operation energy is first stored and then released to produce or assist the contact movement

63.

QUICKLY EXCHANGEABLE SWITCHING DEVICE IN FIXED TYPE MEDIUM VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR SYSTEM

      
Application Number NL2008050592
Publication Number 2009/031900
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-09-08
Publication Date 2009-03-12
Owner EATON ELECTRIC B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Schoten, Frederik Paul
  • Lammers, Arend Jan Willem

Abstract

Switching device assembly for providing a switching function in a medium voltage switchgear system. A switching device (10) is positioned in a switching device housing (11). Terminals (14, 15) are connected to the switching device (10) and receiving ends (24, 25) thereof are provided for receiving an interface surface (26, 27) of respective conductor terminals (20, 21) of the medium voltage switchgear. Mounting assemblies are arranged to releasably fasten the terminals (14, 15) to the respective conductor terminals (20, 21) in operation. A switching device drive unit (30), to which the switching device housing (11) is mounted, is provided with sealable access points (31, 32), through which the mounting assemblies are reachable when opened.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 33/66 - Vacuum switches
  • H02B 3/00 - Apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture, assembly, or maintenance of boards or switchgear

64.

COOLING ARRANGEMENT FOR CONDUCTOR IN ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

      
Application Number NL2008050213
Publication Number 2008/130228
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-04-16
Publication Date 2008-10-30
Owner Eaton Electric B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Van Dijk, Marcel Berend Paul
  • Lammers, Arend Jan Willem
  • Schoonenberg, Gerard Cornelis
  • Schoten, Frederik Paul
  • Van Thiel, Johannes Josephus Gerardus
  • Leccia, Brad Robert

Abstract

Cooling arrangement for an electrically conductive element in an electrical installation. A casting body (3) is provided for electrically isolating the electrically conductive element (2). The casting body has an outer wall, part of which forms a contact surface 5 (5) for contact with a heat conducting surface (1) of the electrical installation. The outer wall of the casting body (3) is provided with an electrically conductive layer (4; 7) at its outer surface.

IPC Classes  ?

65.

SWITCHGEAR FOR HIGH PRESSURE ENVIRONMENTS

      
Application Number NL2008050004
Publication Number 2008/082303
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-01-04
Publication Date 2008-07-10
Owner EATON ELECTRIC B.V. (Netherlands)
Inventor
  • Van Den Akker, Wouter, Franciscus
  • Schoonenberg, Gerard, Cornelis
  • Lammers, Arend, Jan, Willem

Abstract

Vacuum circuit breaker assembly with a housing (11, 12, 13) in which a vacuum circuit breaker (15) is accommodated. The housing (11, 12, 13) is fluid tight and arranged to maintain a pressure inside the housing (11, 12, 13) at a predetermined level which is independent of a pressure outside the housing (11, 12, 13). The housing (11, 12, 13) further accommodates a drive mechanism (18) for operating the vacuum circuit breaker (15), and the drive mechanism is arranged to be actuated using non-mechanical connections (22; 22a). The vacuum circuit breaker assembly (10) may be used in a switchgear assembly with an external housing (25, 35). The switchgear assembly may be advantageously used in sub sea or deep sea environments.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01H 33/66 - Vacuum switches
  • H02G 15/14 - Cable junctions protected by boxes, e.g. by distribution, connection or junction boxes for incorporating transformers, loading coils or amplifiers specially adapted for submarine cables
  • H01H 9/04 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof casings
  • H01B 7/14 - Submarine cables
  • H02B 13/00 - Arrangement of switchgear in which switches are enclosed in, or structurally associated with, a casing, e.g. cubicle

66.

XANURAHOME

      
Application Number 006902308
Status Registered
Filing Date 2008-05-09
Registration Date 2009-01-21
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Building monitoring system and parts therefor comprised of software, hardware, sensors and detectors including but not limited to environment sensors, comfort sensors, moisture sensors, contact sensors, motion sensors, displacement sensors, appliance monitors, utility monitors, power indicators, signal receivers, and keyfob.

67.

CLINK

      
Application Number 006224141
Status Registered
Filing Date 2007-08-23
Registration Date 2008-07-18
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Control, guarding and safety equipment for low voltage distribution installations.

68.

CAPITOLE

      
Application Number 795925
Status Registered
Filing Date 2003-01-08
Registration Date 2003-01-08
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Switch and distribution system for the distribution of electric power, as well as auxiliary apparatus, components and parts.

69.

CLINK

      
Application Number 787135
Status Registered
Filing Date 2002-07-16
Registration Date 2002-07-16
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Control, guarding and safety equipment for low voltage distribution installations.

70.

XIRIA

      
Application Number 766452
Status Registered
Filing Date 2001-08-14
Registration Date 2001-08-14
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Switch and control apparatus and installations with a metal casing, for alternating currents beyond 1000V, auxiliary apparatus, components and parts of aforesaid apparatus and installations.

71.

TABULA

      
Application Number 694452
Status Registered
Filing Date 1998-05-06
Registration Date 1998-05-06
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Installations de distribution de courant à basse tension, à savoir armoires en acier abritant des appareils à usage industriel, destinés à la protection, la distribution et la répartition de l'énergie électrique.

72.

HAZEMEYER HH

      
Application Number 693928
Status Registered
Filing Date 1998-04-29
Registration Date 1998-04-29
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Appareils et instruments électriques, à savoir appareils de commutation et de distribution (électricité); convertisseurs de courant continu; appareils de mesure, de réglage et de protection pour pièces d'installations électriques; appareils électriques et électroniques de mesure, de réglage, de contrôle et d'essai, y compris tables enregistreuses et régulateurs; installations électriques non comprises dans d'autres classes, y compris installations de télécommunication, de signalisation et d'alarme destinées à des usines, des centrales d'électricité, des raffineries, des constructions non résidentielles et à des machines et pompes d'épuisement.

73.

HOLEC

      
Application Number 668534
Status Registered
Filing Date 1996-07-03
Registration Date 1996-07-03
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Machines électriques pour l'alimentation en électricité, à savoir générateurs, générateurs synchrones, générateurs à courant triphasé et moteurs à courant continu; moteurs électriques (autres que pour véhicules), à savoir moteurs à court-circuit asynchrones et moteurs à bagues asynchrones, moteurs synchrones et moteurs à courant continu; machines-outils pour la commande et le montage d'appareils et d'instruments électriques. Appareils et instruments électriques non compris dans d'autres classes, à savoir appareils de commutation et de distribution (électricité); convertisseurs électriques; appareils de mesure, de réglage et de protection pour pièces d'installations électriques; appareils électriques et électroniques de mesure, de réglage, de contrôle et d'essai, y compris appareils téléphoniques, appareils de télex, tables enregistreuses et régulateurs; installations électriques complètes non comprises dans d'autres classes, y compris installations de télécommunication, de signalisation et d'alarme destinées à des usines, des centrales d'électricité, des raffineries, des constructions non résidentielles et à des machines et pompes d'épuisement.

74.

INNOVAC

      
Application Number 663814
Status Registered
Filing Date 1996-10-15
Registration Date 1996-10-15
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Interrupteurs à tension moyenne; matériel électrique de connexion, ainsi que pièces détachées et leurs composants.

75.

HAZEMEIJER

      
Application Number 657968
Status Registered
Filing Date 1996-06-10
Registration Date 1996-06-10
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Machines électriques pour l'alimentation en électricité, à savoir générateurs synchrones, générateurs à courant triphasé et moteurs à courant continu; moteurs électriques (autres que pour véhicules), à savoir moteurs à court-circuit asynchrones et moteurs à bagues asynchrones, moteurs synchrones et moteurs à courant continu; machines-outils pour le montage d'appareils et instruments électriques. Appareils et instruments électriques non compris dans d'autres classes, à savoir appareils de commutation et de distribution (électricité); convertisseurs de courant continu; appareils de mesure, de réglage et de protection pour pièces d'installations électriques; appareils électriques et électroniques de mesure, de réglage, de contrôle et d'essai, y compris tables enregistreuses et régulateurs; installations électriques non comprises dans d'autres classes, y compris installations de télécommunication, de signalisation et d'alarme destinées à des usines, des centrales d'électricité, des raffineries, des constructions non résidentielles et à des machines et pompes d'épuisement.

76.

Unitôle

      
Application Number 657957
Status Registered
Filing Date 1996-07-03
Registration Date 1996-07-03
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Installations à haute tension pour la distribution de tensions de 12-36 KV.

77.

MAGNEFIX

      
Application Number 077055600
Status Registered
Filing Date 1994-12-07
Registration Date 1996-04-26
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

(1) Electrical switches, electrical connectors.

78.

TABULA

      
Application Number 612379
Status Registered
Filing Date 1993-12-03
Registration Date 1993-12-03
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Installations pour la distribution de la basse tension; armoires en acier abritant des appareils pour garder, distribuer et diviser l'énergie, lesdits appareils ayant une application industrielle.

79.

MAGNEFIX

      
Application Number 599258
Status Registered
Filing Date 1993-03-11
Registration Date 1993-03-11
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Commutators, switches.

80.

HALYESTER

      
Application Number 547900
Status Registered
Filing Date 1989-12-13
Registration Date 1989-12-13
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Installations pour la connexion et la distribution de l'électricité composées d'unités fonctionnelles, protégées par des revêtements en matières plastiques.

81.

HOLEC

      
Application Number 281803
Status Registered
Filing Date 1964-03-31
Registration Date 1964-03-31
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Machines électriques pour prévisions d'ordre général, comme: moteurs à court-circuit et à anneau traînant asynchrones, moteurs et générateurs synchrones, générateurs compound à circuits à rotation, moteurs et générateurs à courant continu, mécanismes de renversement, appareils et instruments électriques pour le montage et la distribution, la régulation et la protection de pièces de rechange dans des installations électriques, y compris les outils pour le service, respectivement le montage de ces appareils, installations électriques complètes pour les usines, les centrales électriques, les raffineries, les bâtiments d'utilité, machines d'épuisement, etc. Commutateurs et dispositifs de distribution électrique pour prévisions d'ordre général, appareils et instruments électriques pour le mesurage, la régulation de pièces de rechange dans des installations électriques, appareillages de mesurage et de régulation électriques et électroniques, parmi lesquels appareils téléphoniques et de télex, ainsi qu'appareillages de contrôle et de test, tableaux d'enregistrement et de régulateurs, installations électriques complètes pour les usines, les centrales électriques, les raffineries, les bâtiments d'utilité, machines d'épuisement, etc., y compris installations pour la télécommunication et la signalisation et installations d'alarme.

82.

HOLEC HH H

      
Application Number 046970600
Status Registered
Filing Date 1981-05-08
Registration Date 1983-02-25
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus

Goods & Services

(1) Electrical generators for a.c. and d.c.; electrical motors for a.c. and d.c.; electrical rotary converters; power supply and power generating equipment and apparatus; electrical switches for electrical generators, motors convertors and machines; machine tools for handling and servicing electrical apparatus and instruments, partsand fittings for all the aforesaid goods; electrical transformers and reactors; electrical static convertors and inverters; electrical switchgear for low (1 kV), high (1 kV-50 kV) and ultra-high (50 kV) a.c. and d.c. voltage; electronic switchgear; switchgear components namely switches, switch disconnectors, fuse-switches and isolators, fuses, industrial plugs and sockets and automatic circuit breakers; electrical power distribution systems, cabinets, switchboards, panels,control panels and desks; power electronics namely: rectifiers, amplifiers and electronic measuring apparatus; electrical and electronic industrial controls and control logic systems, programmable control systems, industrial computer systems and alarm and signalling systems; electrical furnaces for heattreatment of metals and glass, for processing industries and for special applications; induction-heating equipment; solar electricity equipment systems; parts for all the aforesaid goods; electrical cables and insulated electric wires; furnaces for heat treatment of metals and glass, for processing industries and for special applications; gas generators.

83.

HOLEC

      
Application Number 450978
Status Registered
Filing Date 1980-02-27
Registration Date 1980-02-27
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 04 - Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; fuels
  • 07 - Machines and machine tools
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
  • 11 - Environmental control apparatus
  • 12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles

Goods & Services

Huiles et graisses industrielles (autres que les huiles et les graisses comestibles et les huiles essentielles); lubrifiants; compositions à lier la poussière; compositions combustibles (y compris les essences pour moteurs) et matières éclairantes; chandelles, bougies, veilleuses et mèches. Machines non comprises dans d'autres classes et machines-outils; moteurs (excepté pour véhicules terrestres); accouplements et courroies de transmission (excepté pour véhicules terrestres); grands instruments pour l'agriculture; couveuses. Appareils et instruments scientifiques, nautiques, géodésiques, électriques, non compris dans d'autres classes (y compris la T.S.F.), photographiques, cinématographiques, optiques, de pesage, de mesurage, de signalisation, de contrôle (inspection), de secours (sauvetage) et d'enseignement; appareils automatiques déclenchés par l'introduction d'une pièce de monnaie ou d'un jeton; machines parlantes; caisses enregistreuses, machines à calculer; appareils extincteurs. Instruments et appareils chirurgicaux, médicaux, dentaires et vétérinaires (y compris les membres, les yeux et les dents artificiels). Installations d'éclairage, de chauffage, de production de vapeur, de cuisson, de réfrigération, de séchage, de ventilation, de distribution d'eau et installations sanitaires. Véhicules; appareils de locomotion par terre, par air ou par eau.

84.

DUMECO

      
Application Number 369255
Status Registered
Filing Date 1970-06-19
Registration Date 1970-06-19
Owner Eaton Industries (Netherlands) B.V. (Netherlands)
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

Interrupteurs à tension basse.