US PATENT SUBCLASS 337 / 197
.~.~.~.~ Plural diverse (e.g., male and female connectors)

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337 /   HD   ELECTRICITY: ELECTROTHERMALLY OR THERMALLY ACTUATED SWITCHES

14  DF  ELECTROTHERMALLY ACTUATED SWITCHES {9}
142  DF  .~ Fusible element actuated {15}
186  DF  .~.~ Housing, casing or support means {11}
187  DF  .~.~.~ With external circuit connection means {6}
197.~.~.~.~ Plural diverse (e.g., male and female connectors)

DEFINITION

Classification: 337/197

(under subclass 187) Subject matter wherein the connector structure includes both male and female elements whereby external connections may be made through a fusible device. The subject matter to be found here relates, for the most part, to devices of the type generally known as "utility outlets", wherein at least one fuse is housed in the casing and having spring clip contact means, in addition to fixed contacts, whereby the male prongs of a service cord may be inserted.

SEE OR SEARCH CLASS

439, Electrical Connectors,

621+, for an electrical connector combined with a fuse or comprising a casing, housing, or holder for receiving and fully enclosing a fuse.