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Electrical plug locking device

US6142797A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 10, 1999
Grant dateNov 7, 2000
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 10, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T70/50
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electrical plug locking device that prevents the unauthorized use of electrical devices. The locking device employs an innovative key actuated cam and cam slide locking mechanism to securely engage the prongs of an electrical plug. The locking device is strong, durable, and tamper resistant.

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