Patent ID: 8450970
Filing Date: 2013-05-28
Classification: H02J

Abstract:
1. A battery charger, comprising: a) a housing comprising a vertical wall extending from a top surface to an aligned and parallel bottom surface, wherein the top and bottom surfaces are parallel to a surface upon which the charger is configured to rest; b) a charging circuit board supported by the vertical wall, the charging circuit board being substantially enclosed in the housing; c) at least two side-by-side battery bays incorporated in the housing, but isolated from the charging circuit board by the vertical wall; d) at least one first vent incorporated within the top surface of the housing; e) at least one second vent incorporated within the bottom surface of the housing; and f) an integrated carrying handle connected to and situated above the housing, the handle covering a majority of the at least one first vent to thereby substantially act as a shield from moisture or spills that may otherwise enter the housing through the first vent.