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Method and apparatus for retaining a detachable cord

US6966792B1 · kind B1 · utility

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27Claims
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Filing dateJun 21, 2004
Grant dateNov 22, 2005
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Expiry dateJun 21, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R13/73
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus for retaining a detachable cord is shown that includes two retainer halves of substantially identical proportion and construction. The retainer halves are compressed together around a detachable power cord, and are attached about the power outlet of an electronic device. The retainer halves include an anti-pullout tab that protrudes inward towards to the power cord plug to assist in retaining the cord.

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