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Rechargeable cell terminal configuration and charging device

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5779682
This patent describes a charger for charging a rechargeable battery. It comprises means for charging at a first charging rate comprising a first conductive terminal having a central opening therein and a first contact end; means for charging at a second charging rate comprising a second conductive terminal positioned within the opening and radially surrounded by the first contact end; the second conductive terminal having a second contact end portion extending outwardly from and electrically insulated from the first contact end; and the first charging rate being different from the second charging rate.
Assignee:
Gates Energy Products, Inc., Gainesville, FL (USA)
Patent Number(s):
A; US 5038093
Application Number:
PPN: US 7-589156
OSTI ID:
5779682
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English