An Apparatus for Heating by Means of Matches.
Year: 1892

page_text: Date of Application, 12th Jan., 1892
Complete Specification Left, 12th Oct., 1892-Accepted, 19th Nov., 1892
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Apparatus for Heating by Means of Matches.
JOSEPH GRIFFITHS Tool Maker Caergwrle Wrexham I do hereby declare the
nature of this invention to be as follows:-
:-
My invention relates to a devise for heating by means of the combustion of the
common matches or, of matches made specially for the purpose. A vessel or
apparatus is constructed of any suitable material-such as tin or brass-with a
hollow space inside into which a match can be introduced through an apperture.
The match is ignited inside the apparatus by friction in the ordinary way. The
heat generated is utilised for warming the hands and for other purposes. By
making the apparatus with a double shell with a space between the outer and inner
shell, after the form of a miniature vertical steam boiler, and filling the space
with water or any other suitable substance, the heat generated will be retained for
a considerable time. The apparatus may be carried in the hand or pocket or any
other convenient way.
D1h 11th 1 of Tenun 1800
JOSEPH GRIFFITHS.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Apparatus for Heating by Means of Matches.
JOSEPH GRIFFITHS Tool Maker Caergwrle Wrexham I do hereby declare the
nature of this invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement:-
My invention relates to a device for heating or warming by combustion of
matches.
It is more particularly intended for warming the hands in cold weather. It
consists of a hollow vessel or apparatus, which may be of any shape suitable for
the purpose, and may be made of any suitable material, but by preference of tin,
copper, or brass, within which a match may safely burn, the heat being utilised for
heating or warming.
The essentials are,
(a.) A hollow vessel with an aperture in the side near the bottom, through
which a match can be introduced into the apparatus.
(b.) A rough surface inside against which a match can be struck for
lighting it.
(c.) An opening or openings near the bottom of the apparatus to admit sufficient
air, so that the match will burn freely.
(d.) An opening or openings above the burning match, either in the sides of, or
in the cap or roof of the apparatus, through which the products of combustion
can escape.
The apparatus may consist of a single shell for momentary warming the hands
retaining the heat for a few minutes, or it may be made with a double shell, the
space between being filled with water, or any other suitable matter, in which case
the heat is retained for a much longer time.
The accompanying drawings will illustrate the principle of the invention.
A-aperture through which the match is introduced into the apparatus.
B-friction plate to light the match on it. C-openings for the supply of air.
D-openings for the escape of the products of combustion.
The bottom plate is hinged on one side, and fastened with a catch on the other.
Pain Q71

page_text: By opening the bottom any accumulation such as ends of matches, can be taken
out. The air can get in through perforations in the plate, or by allowing a small
space between the plate and the sides of the apparatus.
Having now particularly described the nature of my invention, I declare that