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Ganged outlet power distribution apparatus

US7268998B2 · kind B2 · utility

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37Claims
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Filing dateNov 1, 2005
Grant dateSep 11, 2007
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Expiry dateJan 30, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K7/1492
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A power distribution unit is provided that may be used to distribute power to a plurality of electronic devices. The power distribution unit may have one or more outlet gangs with integral components providing a plurality of individual power outlets. Each outlet gang may be associated with one or more power rails which deliver power to each power outlet. A connector may be located on each power rail. The power distribution unit may include a connector board for connection to two or more electronic components, such as outlet gangs. Fuse access windows may be provided to provide access to a fuse holder. The power distribution unit may have a housing having a mounting channel formed therein, which may allow the power distribution unit to be mounted in relatively to a rack having a protrusion which may be received by the mounting channel.

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