Patent ID: 7564160
Filing Date: 2009-07-21
Classification: H01R,H02K,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A brush holder assembly for maintaining a brush in contact with a conductive surface, the assembly comprising: a mounting block configured to extend from a stationary base; a brush holder for holding a brush, the brush holder being removable from the mounting block; a brush for contacting a moving conductive surface, the brush positionable in the brush holder; and a spring for biasing the brush into contact with the moving conductive surface, the spring configured to be removably attached to a structural member of the brush holder without rivets, bolts or screws, wherein the spring includes a first end portion and a second end portion; wherein the first end portion is a coiled portion configured to press against the brush; and herein the second end portion includes a hook having a first portion positionable on a first side of the structural member and a second portion positionable on a second side of the structural member.