Electrical box
US5866845A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 1997 |
| Grant date | Feb 2, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02G3/086
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An electrical box is provided in which a box enclosure is provided that includes a base, sides and at least one yoke for receiving an electrical device. The box enclosure can be formed of discrete components which can be assembled to form a single or multiple-gang box. A collar is provided as an interface between the box enclosure and the mounting surface. The collar hingeably retains a cover for optionally covering the electrical device. The cover in turn hingeably retains a cord door for admitting an electrical cord and other such cables. The cover and cord door each have respective gaskets which provide a fluid-tight seal to protect the electrical device. The cover can be manufactured for a single-gang or a multiple-gang electrical box.
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