Outlet for surface accessible wiring
US4952163A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 12, 1989 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G3/0431
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A raceway assembly employing snap-on outlet covers is disclosed. The raceway has multiple compartments extending longitudinally for carrying conductors such as standard house wiring power conductors and telephone or data conductors. Separate outlet housings each comprise a one piece, generally metal, bracket having a front wall on a parallel back wall. Insulative end walls are secured to enclose the interior of the receptacle housings. The brackets have openings in the front wall and outlet conductors, such as duplex receptacles or modular telephone jacks, are secured to the front wall. Access to one compartment is provided by a cutout in the rear wall and the rear wall covers the entire portion of the other compartment. Brackets can be positioned side-by-side with multiple outlet connectors or receptacles being positioned on the same centerline.
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