Ganged electrical outlets, apparatus, and methods of use

Details Ganged electrical outlets, apparatus, and methods of use Ganged electrical outlets, apparatus, and methods of use

2011-03-15

2011-03-15

Figueroa, Felix O (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

With supporting means for coupling part

Outlet box

C439S620220

Reexamination Certificate

active

07905749

ABSTRACT:
Ganged-outlet devices are disclosed that can be incorporated and utilized in a power-distribution unit. In one exemplary embodiment, a ganged-outlet device includes a plurality of electrical power outlets that each comprise at least first and second power-connection elements. The device also includes at least one common power line electrically interconnecting the first power-connection elements among the plurality of electrical power outlets. At least one separate, dedicated control power line can be electrically connected to the second power-connection element of each of at least one power outlet among the plurality of electrical power outlets. Power transmitted to the respective second power-connection element of the at least one power outlet via the at least one separate, dedicated control power line is selectively controllable.

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