US4860890A
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Battery holder
Assignee: Beltone Electronics Corp
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Filing: 1988-08-31
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Granted: 1989-08-29
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Expires: 2008-08-31
Abstract
Abstract An apparatus for storing and dispensing small batteries. The apparatus eases the process of inserting such batteries into small electrical devices. The apparatus includes a plurality of handles, a base member removably attached to each of the handles, and a cover to envelop the plurality of handles and the cover. A small battery is removably attached to the end of each handle, allowing the use of the handle for assisting with the insertion of the battery into a small battery well. The plurality of the handles are stored in a "matchbook" type package, allowing the removal of one handle and continued storage of the remainder.
Inventors
- 👤 Elmer J. Cerny
- 👤 Mark F. Stanton
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 19:43
CPC Classifications
B; B65; B65D; B65D73/00; B65D73/02; B65D75/00; B65D75/02; H; H01; H01M; H01M50/00; H01M50/20; H01M50/204; H01M50/207; H01M50/216; B65D2585/00; B65D2585/68; B65D2585/86; B65D2585/88; B65D85/00; B65D85/58; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E60/00; Y02E60/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
66 words
An apparatus for energizing an electrical device comprising, in combination: a base member; a plurality of elongate handles extending substantially perpendicularly from said base member, each of said handles including an engaging end and a battery end, each of said handles being removably attached to said base member at said engaging end; and a battery removably attached to each of said handles at said battery end.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
66 words
An apparatus for energizing an electrical device comprising, in combination: a base member; a plurality of elongate handles extending substantially perpendicularly from said base member, each of said handles including an engaging end and a battery end, each of said handles being removably attached to said base member at said engaging end; and a battery removably attached to each of said handles at said battery end.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
55 words
An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 further comprising: a cover, attached to said base member, for enveloping said plurality of handles and batteries and forming an enclosure about said batteries said handles; and securing means for securing said cover and said base member together and allowing said cover to be repeatedly opened and resecured.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
An apparatus as claimed in claim 2 wherein in each of said handles is comprised of substantially rigid paper.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
An apparatus as claimed in claim 2 further comprising a plurality of adhesive strips, each of said adhesive strips engaging one of said batteries and one of said handles.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1992-08-28 | 1993-02-27 | 1993-08-29 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-08-28 | 1997-02-27 | 1997-08-29 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-08-28 | 2001-02-27 | 2001-08-29 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |