Patent ID: 8228155
Filing Date: 2012-07-24
Classification: H01F,H01R

Abstract:
1. A multi-point connection module for a transformer coil having a plurality of insulated turns, the connection module comprising: a supporting plate provided with a plurality of taps, each of said taps allowing selection of a number of said plurality of transformer coil turns when said supporting plate is connected to said transformer coil, each of said taps comprising a first portion having at least one surface covered at least partially by sharp teeth which is meant to be connected to a corresponding turn of said plurality of transformer coil insulated turns without removing said insulation; and a non-conductive connector received at least partially into a through opening provided on said supporting plate, said connector having a first end portion which protrudes outside said through opening and has a slot which is operatively coupled to and allows the connection of said supporting plate to and at an external face of said transformer coil at other than said transformer coil turns, wherein said taps are arranged on said supporting plate to mate with corresponding turns of said plurality of transformer coil turns when said supporting plate is connected by said non-conductive connector slot to other than said transformer coil turns.