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Side terminal battery structure

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5802424
A leakproof, side-terminal battery of the thin-wall type comprises a terminal insert formed by injection molding a thermoplastic body about a conductive spool, which insert is mated with an aperture in the battery case wall and welded to a boss surrounding the aperture. The body includes a plug portion for insertion into the aperture and a flange portion for welding to the boss. The conductive spool preferably includes an extension projecting into the battery for fusing to the battery's innards at a location remote from the wall. 6 figures.
Assignee:
General Motors Corp.
Patent Number(s):
US 4154907
OSTI ID:
5802424
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English