Fixture housing using dog ears
US9366380B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 9, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04R2201/021
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Improvements in a fixture housing with dog ears is disclosed that can be installed from one side of a wall or ceiling. This increases the ability of the installer to place the fixture in a desired location as opposed to using a location that provides the best access on stud or joists. Once the ideal location is identified the installer uses a saw to cut an opening in the desired location. The housing is pushed into the opening for installation without requiring access to the back of the wall, ceiling or floor. The fixture housing uses a plurality of spring loaded dogs that are operated from the visible wall or ceiling surface. It is also possible for the fixture to be removed by lifting the locking tabs and sliding securing ears where the entire fixture can then be pulled back through the open hole.
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