Abstract: A flat-type transformer comprises in one embodiment of two spaced-apart coil arrangements. Each arrangement includes a flanged coil form on which a coil is wound. Each of these arrangements further includes an L-shaped strip which supports terminals. One arm of the L-shaped strip extends into the coil form and the other arm extends out of the coil form and is spaced from the flange to form a gap. A third coil arrangement with a strip which forms a T shape with the coil form is also included. A housing with pockets for surrounding the coil arrangement is provided. It has cutouts which exend into said gaps.

Abstract: A thermal fuse apparatus comprising an insulating body and a fuse having a fuse body and a pair of connecting wires. The wires are inserted through passages in the insulating body, and the body includes recesses intersecting said passages so that a portion of the fuse wires are exposed exteriorly of the insulating body and excessible to counter contacts in an electrical appliance.