Universal cover plate, cover plate assembly, and related methods

Details Universal cover plate, cover plate assembly, and related methods Universal cover plate, cover plate assembly, and related methods

1995-05-25

1998-06-09

Ledynh, Bot L.

Electricity: conductors and insulators

Covers or face plates

With closure for face plate opening

220242, H02G 314

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057638314

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for converting a universal cover plate for an electrical outlet to any desired specific cover plate. The apparatus includes a base having removable tabs and hinges. To create the desired cover plate, the appropriate tabs are removed to leave apertures that accommodate the desired standard electrical outlet such as a light switch or socket. An optional cover may have removable hinges that allow the cover to open along more than one axis. To make a base that fits with a lid hinged on its longer side, hinges on the shorter side are removed, by prying, sawing, or cutting. Alternatively, to make a base that fits a lid hinged on the shorter side of the base, hinges on the longer side are removed. If a base with no cover is desired, all the hinges may be removed.

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