A - Human Necessities – 01 – M
Patent
A - Human Necessities
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A01M 19/00 (2006.01) A01G 13/10 (2006.01) A01M 25/00 (2006.01)
Patent
CA 2339459
A continuous strip dielectric ribbon with, on one side, a centrally located protruding angled dielectric apron, separating two exposed parallel strips of electro- conductive material fastened or embedded into the dielectric ribbon, carrying an electric current, to protect plants from terrestrial mollusks such as snails and slugs. A low voltage source of 6 - 12 volts is applied to the electro-conductive strips. No current flows through the device until the mollusk attempts to crawl over the device. The power source is intended to be a standard 9 volt battery, but it can be any type of low voltage battery, low voltage transformer, or solar power pack. The protruding angled dielectric apron minimizes the chance of short circuits in inclement weather, by preventing rain or moisture from making a direct contact with both electro- conductive strips, thereby prolonging the life of the power source, and ensuring the entire system remains continuously electrically charged. The ribbon is fastened to wood, concrete, plastic, or other border material surrounding or containing plants, and may have an auto adhesive backing for ease of fastening. Electrical connections between the ribbon and the power source can be made using clips, solder, electro-conductive transfer tape, or a combination thereof.
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