Vermin trap signaling device

摘要

A signaling device that indicates actuation of a remotely located mousetrap comprises a base that supports the trap, a power supply, and a mounted electrical interface switch. The switch is held open by a non-conductive interrupter positioned between the switch contacts and connected to the bail of the trap. The bail dislodges the interrupter and closes its switch when the trap is actuated, producing a visual flashing light at the users location. The signaling device can be tested by a test actuator switch located at the users location. A tether clips the signaling device to the trap.

主权项

1. A signaling device for use with a vermin trap having a movable bail that is spring biased toward a closed position, the device comprising:
a base adapted to support the vermin trap; a trap interface switch affixed to the base, the trap interface switch having opposed contacts biased toward one another so that the trap interface switch is normally closed; a nonconductive interrupter adapted for secure attachment to the bail of the vermin trap, the interrupter being constructed and mounted such that the interrupter is positioned between the opposed contacts and holds the trap interface switch in an electrically open position when the bail is in an open position, the interrupter being further constructed and mounted such that actuation of the trap closes the bail and moves the interrupter away from its position between the contacts, allowing the contacts to close; a light source electrically connected to the trap interface switch; and an electrical power supply electrically connected to the light source through the trap interface switch such that the power supply actuates the light source when the trap interface switch closes as a result of the movement of the interrupter resulting from the closing of the bail, whereby the light source is illuminated when the trap is actuated.