Electricity: electrical systems and devices – Safety and protection of systems and devices – High voltage dissipation
Patent
1996-05-30
1997-02-11
Young, Brian K.
Electricity: electrical systems and devices
Safety and protection of systems and devices
High voltage dissipation
361117, H02H 904, H01C 712, H01C 804
Patent
active
056027109
ABSTRACT:
A surge arrester includes at least two connection fittings and a one-piece frame, the frame holding the connection fittings. The frame is formed of an insulating material. The surge arrester includes at least one block of varistor material clamped between the connection fittings. The surge arrester further includes an insulating material in which the frame, the block of varistor material and at least part of the connection fittings are cast to form a monolithic body. An arrangement is provided for maintaining a contact force between the connection fittings and the block of varistor material.
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Schmidt Walter
Schupbach Christoph
ABB Management AG
Leja Ronald W.
Young Brian K.
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