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Wall box dimmer

US8149591B2 · kind B2 · utility

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38Claims
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Filing dateFeb 20, 2009
Grant dateApr 3, 2012
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01H2300/054
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A dual function air-gap switch actuator (26) is incorporated into the generally planar face of a wall box dimmer. The switch actuator is finger operated and provides both a main power disconnect via air-gap contacts (211) and the means (212) to activate a secondary function. The dual function air-gap switch actuator is optionally fitted with an indicator lamp (265).

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