US4496204A
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Booster cable assembly
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-03-30
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Granted: 1985-01-29
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Expires: 2003-03-30
Abstract
Abstract Novel dual conduit clamp assembly of particular use in starting storage batteries. The assembly is one of the type known as a "jump cord" assembly and is characterized by (1) a smaller spacing of positive and negative clamps at one end thereof and (2) a substantially larger spacing of clamps at the other end thereof.
Inventors
- 👤 William J. Conley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 13:48
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R11/00; H01R11/11; H01R11/22; H01R11/24
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
170 words
In a booster-cable assembly of the type used to start automotive batteries, and formed of two conduits, each with a clamp means on each end thereof, the improvement wherein said conduits are joined in a common elongated segment over a major portion of their lengths, wherein each conduit comprises terminal segments, at each end thereof, for independent movement at each end of said common segment, and wherein the terminal segments at first end thereof differ substantially in length one from the other; wherein the terminal segments suitable for independent movement at the other end of said assembly are about equal in length with each other and with said shorter terminal segment at said first end thereof, wherein a longer terminal segment at said first end thereof is at least two times longer than said shorter terminal segment, and wherein said longer terminal cable comprises a reinforcing tube thereover, said tube comprising telescoped members, slidable, and snugly fitting one into the other and forming means to straighten said longer terminal segment.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
170 words
In a booster-cable assembly of the type used to start automotive batteries, and formed of two conduits, each with a clamp means on each end thereof, the improvement wherein said conduits are joined in a common elongated segment over a major portion of their lengths, wherein each conduit comprises terminal segments, at each end thereof, for independent movement at each end of said common segment, and wherein the terminal segments at first end thereof differ substantially in length one from the other; wherein the terminal segments suitable for independent movement at the other end of said assembly are about equal in length with each other and with said shorter terminal segment at said first end thereof, wherein a longer terminal segment at said first end thereof is at least two times longer than said shorter terminal segment, and wherein said longer terminal cable comprises a reinforcing tube thereover, said tube comprising telescoped members, slidable, and snugly fitting one into the other and forming means to straighten said longer terminal segment.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
16 words
A cable assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein shorter terminal segment comprises a "positive-terminal" marker.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
A cable assembly as defined in claim 1 where a longer terminal segment comprises a "ground" marker.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
An assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein said longer cable is about three times as long as said shorter terminal cable segment.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
An assembly as defined in claim 1 wherein said longer cable is about three times as long as said shorter terminal segment.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1988-01-29 | 1988-07-30 | 1989-01-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-01-29 | 1992-07-30 | 1993-01-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-01-29 | 1996-07-30 | 1997-01-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |