Abstract: With a temperature-dependent switch, a temperature-dependent switching mechanism is accommodated in a housing and, depending on its temperature, establishes an electrical connection between at least two connection electrodes provided on the outside of the housing. The housing has a lower part and a cover part, closing the latter while forming at least one join, with an adhesive layer stamped on in the region of the join and sealing the join. A process for producing a temperature-dependent switch sealed in this way is likewise described.

Abstract: For producing a temperature-dependent switch, which has a temperature-dependent switching mechanism which is accommodated in a housing and, depending on its temperature, establishes an electrically conducting connection between at least two connection electrodes arranged on the outside of the housing, the switching mechanism is placed in a lower part of the housing, the lower part is closed off with a cover part while forming at least one join, an adhesive layer is stamped on near the join in order to seal the join, and the adhesive layer is allowed to cure.

Abstract: A device has an electrical load and a cavity for receiving a temperature-dependent switching mechanism in order to protect the load from overtemperature and/or overcurrent. In the cavity there is a first countercontact for the switching mechanism which is electrically connected to the load, and a second countercontact which is electrically connected to an external terminal for supplying electricity to the load. The cavity is configured for receiving a housingless switching mechanism that, below its response temperature, is in direct contact with the two countercontacts.

Abstract: With a temperature-dependent switch, a temperature-dependent switching mechanism is accommodated in a housing and, depending on its temperature, establishes an electrical connection between at least two connection electrodes provided on the outside of the housing. The housing has a lower part and a cover part, closing the latter while forming at least one join, with an adhesive layer stamped on in the region of the join and sealing the join. A process for producing a temperature-dependent switch sealed in this way is likewise described.

Abstract: A switch has a temperature-dependent switching mechanism with a stationary contact element; a movable contact element coacting with the stationary contact element; and a bimetallic element, having a predetermined functional service life, that as a function of its temperature lifts the movable contact element away from the stationary contact element, the two contact elements being, in one switch position, in contact with one another in order to carry a current that is to be guided through the switch, and in a second switch position, lifted away from one another so that the switch is open. The two contact elements are arranged and coordinated with one another in such a way that when the functional service life of the bimetallic element is reached, the switching mechanism is welded in the second switch position.

Abstract: A switch 10 has an insulating support 16 on which a first and a second external terminal 11, 14 are arranged, and a temperature-dependent switching mechanism 19 that, as a function of its temperature, makes between the first and the second external terminal 11, 14 an electrically conductive connection for an electrical current to be conducted through the switch 10, and having a switching member 22 that changes its geometric shape in temperature-dependent fashion between a closed position and an open position and in its closed position carries the current. An actuating member is connected electrically and mechanically in series with the switching member 22. The first external terminal 11 is connected to a planar cover electrode 12, to which the actuating member is fastened with its first end 25. The cover electrode 12 has on its inner side 32 a flat self-hold resistor that is electrically connected between the cover electrode 12 and the second external terminal 14.

Abstract: A switch has an insulating support on which a first and a second external terminal are arranged, and a temperature-dependent switching mechanism that, as a function of its temperature, makes between the first and the second external terminal an electrically conductive connection for an electrical current to be conveyed through the switch, and having a switching member that changes its geometric shape in temperature-dependent fashion between a closed position and an open position and in its closed position carries the current, and an actuating member that is connected electrically and mechanically in series with the switching member. The first external terminal is connected to a planar cover electrode, to which the actuating member is fastened with its first end and on whose inner side is arranged a flat series resistor that is electrically connected between the first external terminal and the first end of the actuating member.

Abstract: A switch (10′) has one first and at least one second external terminal (11, 14) as well as a temperature-dependent switching mechanism (19) that makes, as a function of its temperature, an electrically conductive connection between the two external terminals (11, 14) for an electrical current to be conducted through the switch. The switching mechanism (19) has a switching member (22) which changes its geometrical shape between a closed position and an open position as a function of temperature and, in its closed position, carries the current flowing through the switch (10′). The switching mechanism (19) further has a spring element (21) which is permanently connected electrically and mechanically in series with the switching member (22). When a given safety temperature is exceeded for the first time, a safety element (37) keeps the switch in its open condition, irrespective of its subsequent temperature.

Abstract: A temperature-dependent switch 10 has two connection electrodes 12, 13 mounted on an insulating support 11 as well as a switching mechanism 27 that, as a function of its temperature, makes an electrically conductive connection between the two connection electrodes 12, 13. A resistance element 19 is connected to the two connection electrodes 12, 13 electrically parallel to the switching mechanism 27 and sits on the outside of the insulating support 11 and is retained by it.

Abstract: A Method of Manufacturing a Shrink-On Cap In a method for manufacturing a shrink-on cap (10'), first of all heat-shrink tubing sections (27) having an opening at each of their two ends (14, 17) are prepared. The heat-shrink tubing section (27) is then pressed together at its end (17), producing a welded seam which constitutes a rim (16) and closes off the corresponding opening. The rim (16) lies substantially in a plane of symmetry of the heat-shrink tubing section (27). The rim (16) is then deformed in such a way that its sharp edge (18) and pointed corners are removed from the plane of symmetry. A method for protecting an electrical component by means of a shrink-on cap (10') produced this way is also described.

Abstract: A temperature-dependent switch (10) has a temperature-dependent switching mechanism (12) and a closed housing (11), receiving the switching mechanism (12), which comprises a lower part (14) as well as an upper part (17) made of insulating material. Two stationary contacts (26, 27) are provided on the upper part (17) on its inner side (28), each of which is electrically connected to an external terminal associated with it. Also provided is a current transfer member (29), moved by the switching mechanism (12), which electrically connects the two stationary contacts (26, 27) with one another as a function of temperature. Two connector electrodes (24, 25) are embedded into the upper part (17), each of which is connected to one of the stationary contacts (26, 27) and to one of the external terminals (38, 39).

Abstract: A switch comprises a first and a second external terminal as well as a temperature-dependent switching mechanism that creates, as a function of its temperature, an electrically conductive connection between the two external terminals for an electrical current to be conducted through the switch. The switching mechanism comprises a switching member which changes its geometrical shape between a closed position and an open position as a function of temperature and, in its closed position, carries the current flowing through the switch. The switching mechanism further comprises a spring element which is permanently connected electrically and mechanically in series with the switching member. The displacing force of the spring element is substantially temperature-independent, the switching member having a temperature-dependent displacing force which, in its creep phase, is greater than the displacing force of the spring element.

Abstract: A switch is described, having a housing 12 which receives a temperature-dependent switching mechanism 11 and which has a first housing part 15 on whose inner base 25 a first electrode 24 connected to a first external terminal 23 is arranged, as well as a second housing part 14, closing off the first housing part 15, that comprises a second electrode 20 connected to a second external terminal 22. The switching mechanism 11 creates, as a function of its temperature, an electrically conducting connection between the first and the second electrode 24, 20. A series resistor 34 is arranged in the housing 12, geometrically and electrically between the switching mechanism 11 and one of the two electrodes 20, 24.

Abstract: A switch has a switching mechanism, which switches at a response temperature, for opening and closing a circuit that can be connected to external terminals of the switch. In this context, the switching mechanism has a movable contact, electrically connected to one external terminal, which as a function of the temperature of a bimetallic part is in contact with a fixed contact that is electrically connected to the other external terminal. The switching mechanism further has a safety element that changes its shape into a high-temperature shape if its temperature reaches a transformation temperature which is above the response temperature. The movable contact is in contact with the fixed contact as a function of the temperature of the safety element.

Abstract: A switch has a housing which receives a temperature-dependent switching mechanism and comprises a lower part on whose inner bottom a first countercontact for the switching mechanism is arranged, and a cover part, closing off the lower part, on whose inner side a second countercontact for the switching mechanism is provided. The switching mechanism has an electrically conductive spring disk which carries a movable contact element and operates against a bimetallic snap disk which sits approximately centeredly on the movable contact element, the spring disk being braced at its rim against the countercontacts and pressing the movable contact element against the countercontact when the switching mechanism is below its response temperature. The countercontact against which the spring disk is braced at its rim below the response temperature is magnetic.

Abstract: A switch has a housing 12 which receives a temperature-dependent switching mechanism 11, a first housing part 15 on whose inner base 25 a first electrode 24 connected to a first external terminal 23 is arranged, and a second housing part 14, closing off the first housing part 15, that has a second electrode 20 connected to a second external terminal 22. The switching mechanism 11 creates, as a function of its temperature, an electrically conducting connection between the first and the second electrode 24, 20. A parallel resistor 33 is arranged in the housing 12, geometrically and electrically between the two electrodes 20, 24.

Abstract: A temperature-dependent switch has a temperature-dependent switching mechanism and a housing, receiving the switching mechanism, that has a lower part and an upper part made of insulating material. On the inner side of the upper part there are two stationary contacts, each of which is connected to an external terminal associated with it. A current transfer member is moved by the switching mechanism, which electrically connects the two stationary contacts to one another as a function of temperature. A cavity, into which project two contact surfaces which are each connected to one of the stationary contacts, is located in the upper part.

Abstract: A temperature-dependent switch has first and second external terminals arranged at an electrically conductive lower housing part and an insulating cover part, respectively. Within said lower housing part there is arranged a temperature-dependent switching mechanism having a bimetallic snap disk and an electrically conductive spring disk carrying a movable contact element that is configured integrally with and as a dome on the spring element. Depending on the temperature of said bimetallic snap disk said spring element is in electrical contact with said first terminal and via said movable contact element with said second terminal.

Abstract: A switch for opening and closing an electrical circuit comprises a temperature-dependent switching mechanism and a housing containing a switching mechanism. The housing has an electrically conductive lower housing part and an electrically conductive cover part electrically insulated from and closing off the lower housing part. The electrical circuit is to be connected to the lower housing part and the cover part. As a function of temperature the switching mechanism electrically connects the lower housing part to the cover part. At least one resistor is provided directly on an inner surface of the housing such that the resistor is switched in series with the switching mechanism between the cover part and lower housing part, as a function of temperature, when the switching mechanism is in a first switch position.

Abstract: A temperature controller comprises a bimetallic switching mechanism that switches in response to a predetermined temperature, a lower housing part receiving the switching mechanism, a cover part closing off the lower housing part, and a substantially inert film that is arranged between the lower housing part and the cover part. The substantially inert film comprises a polyimide. The film comprises a mechanical seal between the lower housing part and the cover part.