Electrical outlet cover assembly
US5430253A · kind A · utility
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39Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 29, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/447
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A hinged electrical outlet cover biased rotatably about the hinge axis by an M-shaped spring. In one arrangement, the cover is self-closing throughout its entire range of movement between fully open and fully closed positions. In another arrangement, the cover is positively held open in its fully open position and is self-closing over a limited range of movement from its fully closed position to an intermediate open position. The cover and a support member on which it is hinged are designed for quick snap assembly without requiring the use of special tools or separate fasteners.
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