Roll-a-seal
OwnerJon M. Davisinventor
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Abstract
A latex rubber cover molded to the base of the plugs on a construction type extension cord. When not in use, it is rolled back like rolling up the sleeve of a long sleeved shirt. When two cords with the latex cover are plugged into each other to make a longer cord, the latex cover on one plug is rolled onto itself and then onto the joined plug. When the cover is fully rolled out covering both plugs tightly, the latex cover on the joined plug is rolled out onto itself and the joined plug and on top of the first latex cover thus giving it a double seal on the joined plugs creating a waterproof joining of two extension cords. This also prevents the two plugs from pulling apart when being extended while being used.
Claims3
The latex cover which is molded to the base of both male and female plugs on a construction type extension cord is used to create a waterproof plug connection when joining two or more extension cords together. This creates a safety factor when used in a wet environment. When moisture invades an electrical connection to which an electric tool or machine is being used by a person, the person is exposed to the possibility of electrocution especially if there is not a proper electrical ground on the cord or the tool or machine.
The latex cover for the extension cord plugs, when rolled out and in place, also helps prevent the separation of the two or more extension cords when they are joined together. This eliminates the need to tie the two cords together which puts a strain on the connection of the plugs to the electric cord.
The latex cover, when in place, helps prevent corrosion of the metal plug contacts and electrolysis if submerged in water while electric current is moving through the wires.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.