Apparatus and method for mounting a power distribution unit within an equipment enclosure
Patent 6229691 Issued on May 8, 2001. Estimated Expiration Date: 
November 13, 2018. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.
November 13, 2018. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 3580412 3780351 3784728 Friction stay with resilient coupling for windows Security cover for telephone line installation backboard and method of retrofitting the same Connector unit for input/output module of programmable controller having disengagement lever Modular cross-connect system Low voltage power supply and distribution center Rotatable power center system Patent #: 6028267 InventorsApplicationNo. 192397 filed on 11/13/1998US Classes:361/622, Distribution or control unit361/610, Pivoted support means439/534Universally or pivotally adjustable supporting elementsExaminersPrimary: Tolin, Gerald P.Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassH02B 001/02AbstractA power distribution unit adapted for mounting within an equipment enclosure including an inner rack. The power distribution unit includes at least one mounting hinge that is fixedly attached to the power distribution unit housing and which is adapted to fixedly mount the power distribution unit to the rack columns. The mounting hinge is pivotable such that the power distribution unit can be pivoted to an extended position to facilitate removal of removable modules of the equipment components mounted within the equipment enclosure.Field of SearchUniversally or pivotally adjustable supporting elementsSPECIAL ORIENTATION OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR Structure of equipment Wire or cable distribution Main or intermediate distribution frame Equipment mounting or support Allowing movement of equipment (e.g., movable, modular) Housing Having protective circuit Plug and socket For electrical power distribution systems and devices Pivoted support means Distribution or control unit Electrical service distribution box Cabinet-type housing With retractable or readily detachable chassis With locking means or device Sliding component or commpartment Contact banks Terminal block With protective device or unit Frame Wire distribution (e.g., harness, rack, etc.) With interconnecting cable With switchboard or switch | |
