Patent ID: 8951054
Filing Date: 2015-02-10
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. An electrical power tap apparatus adapted to be positioned within a desk top or other work surface, said power tap apparatus comprising: a stationary housing; a carriage carrying electrical power and positioned so as to be stationary or alternatively pivotable relative to said stationary housing, said carriage configured to support at least one energizing component assembly; a cover pivotably coupled to an upper region of said stationary housing, wherein said cover is pivotable with respect to a plane defined through the desktop or other work surface from a substantially horizontal closed position to an open position in which said carriage is accessible; a charging pad disposed along a top surface of said cover; an electrical power adapter supported at said carriage and configured to convert a high voltage AC power input to a low voltage DC power output; and a low voltage power cord in electrical communication with said electrical power adapter and said charging pad, said low voltage power cord configured to convey the low voltage DC power output from said electrical power adapter to said charging pad when said cover is in either of said open and closed positions; wherein said charging pad is configured to provide low voltage power for purposes of charging or otherwise energizing portable electronic devices positioned along said charging pad.