Patent ID: 7554034
Filing Date: 2009-06-30
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A weatherproof electrical outlet system, comprising: a first wall-mounted unit comprising a substantially planar mounting element for securing the unit to a wall, including an outwardly projecting hinge element and an outwardly projecting flange surrounding an opening which is irregular in cross-section and has a rear wall which includes electrical interconnect elements projecting therefrom; a cover element hingedly secured to the hinge element movable from a first position encapsulating and sealing said flange to a second position permitting access to the opening; a second portable unit, including a front portion to snugly fit into the opening in the first wall-mounted unit and receptacles to receive the electrical interconnect elements and a rear portion larger than the front portion and including a gasket member to form a seal with the flange when interconnected with the first wall-mounted unit; and fastening means including snap fastener elements to secure the second portable unit in the interconnect position, whereby the outlet system is weatherproof and secure.