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Encapsulating protective cover for a switch

US9818555B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 2017
Grant dateNov 14, 2017
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Expiry dateAug 9, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01H2009/0292
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and devices related to preventing accidental operation of a switch are disclosed. An example device includes a main body, and a latch element rotatably connected to the main body and is configured to move relative to the main body between an unlatched position and a latched position. In the latched position, the main body and the latch element encapsulate the switch. Also, in the latched position, the main body and the latch element form a cavity configured to accommodate wiring to the switch. Further, the main body is configured with a cutout to reveal a status of the switch. The switch has Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) index pin compatibility.

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