Female receptacle with retaining device

Abstract

A female receptacle includes a body, at least one female power connection, at least one hoop, and a power supply cord. The at least one hoop extends outward from each end of the body. A void is created between the body and the inside of the hoop. The at least one female power connection is preferably formed in a top of the body. The power supply cord supplies each female power connection with electrical power. In use, each male cord is inserted through the void and looped around to prevent the male plug from being withdrawn from the female power connection. A second embodiment has the addition of a restraint tab. One end of the restrain tab is preferably pivotally mounted to the body, the other end of the restrain tab preferably snaps into the hoop. In use, the restraint tab is placed in an open position. The male cord is inserted through the void. The restraint tab is then placed in a closed position such that the male cord is restricted from movement past the restraint tab. The male plug is then inserted into the female power connection without fear of being withdrawn therefrom. In a third embodiment, the female receptacle has the addition of at least one restraint tab.

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