Receptacle retainer for snap-in style receptacles
US7052308B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 27, 2005 |
| Grant date | May 30, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/942
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A retaining device for a surface mounted electrical receptacle that includes: a substantially flat base plate, wherein the base plate connects to the receptacle; and a plurality of legs extending outwardly and upwardly from the base plate. The plurality of legs are adapted to contact the back side of the mounting surface and secure the electrical receptacle to the base plate.
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