Patent ID: 6215067
Filing Date: 2001-04-10
Classification: H02G

Abstract:
A connecting box with hinged cover for connecting communication lines via punch-down connecting blocks and phone jacks, comprising:a base formed as a box having an upward opening, and at least one inlet formed thereon for importing said communication lines,a connector module, installed in said box, having several push-down connecting blocks and corresponding phone jacks, for connecting said communication lines;a cover for covering said upward opening of said box, and formed with at least one inlet to expose said phone jacks for connection, at least one fastener is formed on one side of said cover for fastening said cover with said base;a pair of hinges, each comprising a bearing and a shaft formed respectively on said base and said cover, for pivoting said cover to an open position when said fastener of said cover is released from said base; andidentification labels, formed with writable material and detachably fixed on said cover for users to identify positions of said communication lines.