Abrégé

A locking device for a rocker-type light switch is disclosed. It is intended to prevent the actuator of the rocker-type light switch from moving. The locking device has a locking feature that is sized so that it fits into an air-gap between the actuator and an actuator rim. When the locking feature is inserted into the air-gap, it engages with the actuator, preventing the actuator from moving.

Classes IPC  ?

• H01H 9/20 - Mécanismes d'interverrouillage, verrouillage ou accrochage
• H01H 23/12 - Organes mobilesContacts montés sur l'organe mobile

Abrégé

A locking device for a standard toggle light switch is disclosed. The locking device has a partial rectangular cuboid member, a planar torque arm member, a planar locking member, and a locking tab with a notch. The planar locking member inserts into an interstice at the base of the rotary hub of a standard toggle light switch. The locking tab fits into another interstice along the side of the rotary hub and engages with the toggle housing, locking itself in place.

Classes IPC  ?

• H01H 21/06 - EnveloppesCouvercles verrouillés avec le mécanisme moteur
• H01H 21/22 - Organes moteurs, p. ex. manette

Abrégé

A method of applying a switch locking device to a wall switch to prevent actuation of the wall switch. The wall switch has an actuator member extending through a toggle frame in a switch plate. With the switch in the desired on or off position, the snap-on locking device will be placed in the gap between the actuator member and the toggle frame. Operation of the switch is prevented by the arm of body that goes between the actuator member and the toggle frame surface.

Classes IPC  ?

• H01H 21/30 - Organes moteurs, p. ex. manette non agencés pour retourner à une position normale après suppression de la force motrice

Produits et services

Lockout devices for use with electrical switches