Patents by Inventor Jon P. McCuin

Jon P. McCuin has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5473129
    Abstract: An electric disconnect switch enclosure for outdoor applications includes a viewing window to visually ascertain the ON-OFF conditions of the switch contacts without having to motivate the switch handle or open the enclosure door. The viewing window can be formed in the enclosure door in an automated manufacturing process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 5, 1995
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Robert G. Markowski, Jon P. McCuin, Gary P. Michaelis, George J. Boucher
  • Patent number: 4945450
    Abstract: A multi-component electric switch-circuit breaker module permits electric switches and circuit breakers to be field-installed within existing panelboard-switchboard enclosures. The module contains a pair of compartments that are accessed by separate doors. Electric switches or circuit breakers can be arranged within both compartments or an electric switch can be installed within one compartment with an electric circuit breaker installed within the other. The module is removably attached to the panelboard-switchboard interior by means of a bail handle arrangement. The module is removed from the assembly by unscrewing the bail handle and manually accessing the module. Spring-loaded connector clips allow for repeated connection with and disconnection from the systems power bus with minimum contact resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 1989
    Date of Patent: July 31, 1990
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Robert J. Sabatella, Joseph J. Mrowka, Jon P. McCuin, Dean A. Robarge, Denis A. Perzan, Robert G. Markowski, David A. Reid
  • Patent number: 4783718
    Abstract: A circuit breaker panelboard modular assembly employs a plurality of interdependent molded plastic and metal parts to multifunctionally adapt breakers of different ratings for electrical connection within the panelboard enclosure. Anti-turn connector connects the line strap terminal. Captive bolts or plug-in connections are employed to attach the breakers to the power bus. A novel concealed hinge construction is used to connect the panelboard door to the panelboard housing and the breakers are individually identified within the housing by extruded plastic circuit markers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 1986
    Date of Patent: November 8, 1988
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Rodney D. Raabe, Joseph J. Mrowka, Jon P. McCuin, Joseph F. Noonan
  • Patent number: 4720769
    Abstract: A circuit breaker panelboard modular assembly employs a plurality of interdependent molded plastic and metal parts to multifunctionally adapt breakers of different ratings for electrical connection within the panelboard enclosure. Anti-turn connector connects the line strap terminal. Captive bolts or plug-in connections are employed to attach the breakers to the power bus. A novel concealed hinge construction is used to connect the panelboard door to the panelboard housing and the breakers are individually identified within the housing by extruded plastic circuit markers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 1986
    Date of Patent: January 19, 1988
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Rodney D. Raabe, Joseph J. Mrowka, Jon P. McCuin, Joseph F. Noonan
  • Patent number: 4713728
    Abstract: A circuit breaker panelboard modular assembly employs a plurality of interdependent molded plastic and metal parts to multifunctionally adapt breakers of different ratings for electrical connection within the panelboard enclosure. Anti-turn connector connects the strap terminals. Captive bolts or plug-in connections are employed to attach the breakers to the power bus. A novel concealed hinge construction is used to connect the panelboard door to the panelboard housing and the breakers are individually identified within the housing by extruded plastic circuit markers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 1986
    Date of Patent: December 15, 1987
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Rodney D. Raabe, Joseph J. Mrowka, Jon P. McCuin, Joseph F. Noonan
  • Patent number: 4679120
    Abstract: A circuit breaker panelboard modular assembly employs a plurality of interdependent molded plastic and metal parts to multifunctionally adapt breakers of different ratings for electrical connection within the panelboard enclosure. Anti-turn connector connects the line strap terminal. Captive bolts or plug-in connections are employed to attach the breakers to the power bus. A novel concealed hinge construction is used to connect the panelboard door to the panelboard housing and the breakers are individually identified within the housing by extruded plastic circuit markers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 1986
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1987
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Rodney D. Raabe, Joseph J. Mrowka, Jon P. McCuin, Joseph F. Noonan
  • Patent number: 4631634
    Abstract: A circuit breaker panelboard modular assembly employs a plurality of interdependent molded plastic and metal parts to multifunctionally adapt breakers of different ratings for electrical connection within the panelboard enclosure. Anti-turn connector connects the line strap terminal. Captive bolts or plug-in connections are employed to attach the breakers to the power bus. A novel concealed hinge construction is used to connect the panelboard door to the panelboard housing and the breakers are individually identified within the housing by extruded plastic circuit markers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 1985
    Date of Patent: December 23, 1986
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Rodney D. Raabe, Joseph J. Mrowka, Jon P. McCuin, Joseph F. Noonan
  • Patent number: 4489362
    Abstract: A switchgear unit contains interlocked circuit breaker and fuse compartments. The interlock prevents the fuses from being withdrawn from their power stabs until the circuit breaker is withdrawn from its power stabs first. A mechanical linkage arrangement causes an interference between the racking tool and the fuse compartment racking shaft until the breaker is withdrawn from the breaker compartment power stabs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 1983
    Date of Patent: December 18, 1984
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Roger N. Castonguay, Jon P. McCuin, David B. Powell
  • Patent number: 4301435
    Abstract: A reset lever is actuated in response to circuit breaker movable contacts swinging from their closed position to their tripped open position to exert a resilient force effective in reseating the plunger of a flux shifting-type trip solenoid. The reset lever also actuates a trip lever into tripping engagement with a circuit breaker trip latch assembly in the event the movable contacts are blown open by a high level fault current.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 1980
    Date of Patent: November 17, 1981
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Roger N. Castonguay, Jon P. McCuin