US4530555A
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Electrical outlet guard
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1983-06-06
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Granted: 1985-07-23
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Expires: 2003-06-06
Abstract
Abstract An electrical outlet guard that comprises a generally rectangular box-like structure having top ends and sides and an open bottom and open front that is secured over an electrical outlet. An attachment bracket is secured to the outlet and provides a spring loaded fastener movably securing the guard in place. Provisions are made in the guard to allow for passage of a plug cord from the enclosure.
Inventors
- 👤 Robert E. South
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 12:38
CPC Classifications
H; H02; H02G; H02G3/00; H02G3/02; H02G3/08; H02G3/14; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/62; H01R13/639; H01R13/6395
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
124 words
An improvement to an electrical outlet guard cover used to protect power cords plugged into electrical outlets, the improvement comprising means for securing the outlet guard cover to said electrical outlet, said outlet guard comprising a cover having a closed top portion, closed side portions, a closed back and a partially open bottom defining an open front being of a generally rectangular shape and said means for securing the outlet guard cover to said electrical outlet comprises a mounting bracket having an elongated base secured to said outlet, a pin having a flattened portion inwardly of one end thereof, a coil spring positioned on said pin and apertures in said cover for registering with said pin when said pin is in spring urged position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
124 words
An improvement to an electrical outlet guard cover used to protect power cords plugged into electrical outlets, the improvement comprising means for securing the outlet guard cover to said electrical outlet, said outlet guard comprising a cover having a closed top portion, closed side portions, a closed back and a partially open bottom defining an open front being of a generally rectangular shape and said means for securing the outlet guard cover to said electrical outlet comprises a mounting bracket having an elongated base secured to said outlet, a pin having a flattened portion inwardly of one end thereof, a coil spring positioned on said pin and apertures in said cover for registering with said pin when said pin is in spring urged position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The electrical outlet guard of claim 1 wherein said elongated base is resilient so that the ends thereof are movable with respect to said electrical outlet.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
The electrical outlet guard of claim 1 wherein said bracket has oppositely disposed apertured end tabs and said pin is movably positioned therethrough.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1988-07-22 | 1989-01-21 | 1989-07-23 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-07-22 | 1993-01-21 | 1993-07-23 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-07-22 | 1997-01-21 | 1997-07-23 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |