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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 06, 2001
Filed:
Jul. 07, 1999
John Abrahamsen, Nordborg, DK;
Linak A/S, Nordborg, DK;
Abstract
The invention relates to a modular electrical contact in which the electrical components are separated in a separate module, and in which the others of the modules of the contact are built without electrical components. An advantageous embodiment according to the invention comprises a mechanical motion transmission advantageous for the purpose, where one or more contacts (,) may be activated through pressure operation. The device comprises a guide rail (,) with an activating element (,) which comprises a pressure element (,) and an extension element (,) and arranged with fixing means with respect to the guide rail so that the pressure element is slidable therein for activation of one or more contacts (,) arranged at the end of the pressure element. This provides an extremely simple, sturdy and flat structure which is simple to manufacture and simple to mount. This operating device is particularly suitable for use in foot pedals.