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Coupling plug lock

US8381556B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 1, 2011
Grant dateFeb 26, 2013
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Expiry dateJul 1, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T70/5615
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

This invention relates to a coupling plug lock assembly 2 for controlling access to a coupling plug 1. The lock assembly 2 includes a housing 9 for receiving the plug 1, an actuator 10 moveable between a latch position and a release position, and a lock means 17 for locking the actuator in the latch position. The lock assembly 2 is intended for obstructing access to the plug 1 for discouraging unauthorized access to the plug 1.

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