Receptacles – Outlet or junction box type
Patent
1993-11-19
1995-04-04
Pollard, Steven M.
Receptacles
Outlet or junction box type
220 37, H02G 312
Patent
active
054029023
ABSTRACT:
An extension device for use in mounting electrical devices flush with a finished surface of a new wall covering which has been installed over an existing wall covering is disclosed. The extension device abuts an existing electrical box to isolate the electrical device from its surrounding environment. The extension device include a rectangular ring formed by a plurality of peripheral walls. A peripheral flange extends inwardly from the peripheral walls. The peripheral flange provides an abutment surface for engaging the front of the existing electrical box. Upper and lower inwardly directed formations, respectively, extend inwardly from the upper and lower peripheral walls. The inwardly directed formations are provided with openings which are oriented so as to be permitted to align with the threaded apertures in an existing electrical box. The extension device is secured between an electrical device and a respective electrical box. The extension device is held in abutment with the electrical box by fastening the electrical device to the electrical box.
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Litman Richard C.
Pollard Steven M.
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