System for locating a junction box

Details System for locating a junction box System for locating a junction box

2006-01-11

2008-05-06

Bennett, G. Bradley (Department: 2859)

Geometrical instruments

Gauge

Wall panel outline marker for utility

C033SDIG010, C033SDIG010, C174S058000, C324S067000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07367131

ABSTRACT:
A system for locating a junction box installed within the framework of a structure and behind a wall includes a first magnet mounted on a plate with the plate being removably mounted to a junction box, a spring actively biasing the magnet outwardly from the plate, and a second magnet located outside of the wall used to identify the location of the first magnet, and thereby, the electrical box, behind the wall.

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