GB2630302A - Electrical fitting - Google Patents

Abstract

An electrical fitting 101 comprises a fascia plate 102 comprising an electrical fixture 104a,b and a fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector 106a,b. The electrical fixture 104a,b is electrically connected to the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector 106a,b. A cavity box 103 comprises a mains terminal (figure 3, 109). The cavity box 103 further comprises a cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector 107a,b. The mains terminal (figure 3, 109) is electrically connected to the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector 107a,b. An attachment mechanism 110a,b is provided for detachably attaching the fascia plate 102 to the cavity box 103. The fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector 106a,b and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector 107a,b are positioned such that when the detachable fascia plate 102 is aligned with, and attached, to the cavity box 103, the electrical connectors couple the mains terminal (figure 3, 109) to the electrical fixture 104a,b.

Description

Electrical Fitting

Technical Field

The present invention relates to electrical fittings such as electrical outlet sockets and light switches that include a cavity box and a fascia attached to the cavity box.

Background

Conventional electrical fittings, including electrical outlet sockets and light switches, typically consist of a cavity box installed in the surface (usually a wall) where the fitting is located, and an outward-facing fascia plate attached to the cavity box. In use, mains wiring generally enters the fitting through the cavity box and connects to terminals on the inward-facing side of the fascia plate. This connection links the electrical fixture mounted on the fascia plate (e.g., outlet socket or light switch) to the mains electricity supply.

Decorating around the fascia plates of such electrical fittings often poses challenges.

Leaving the fascia plate in place during decoration frequently leads to paint or wallpaper paste smudges on the fascia plate. Precise wallpapering can be especially problematic, as neatly tucking the wallpaper edges behind the fascia plate is often an awkward task.

Removing the fascia plate resolves these issues. However, doing so typically exposes the mains wiring, which can pose a safety hazard. Disconnecting the mains supply is an option, but it can be inconvenient, particularly if the mains supply is required for operating tools or providing lighting during the decoration process.

Summary of the Invention

In accordance with a first aspect of the invention there is provided an electrical fitting comprising: a fascia plate comprising an electrical fixture and a fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said electrical fixture electrically connected to the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, a cavity box within which is located a mains terminal, said cavity box further comprising a cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said mains terminal electrically connected to the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector, and an attachment mechanism for detachably attaching the fascia plate to the cavity box, wherein the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector are positioned such that when the detachable fascia plate is aligned with and attached to the cavity box, the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector and cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector interconnect thereby electrically connecting the mains terminal and the electrical fixture.

Optionally, the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a male connector configuration and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a female connector configuration.

Optionally, contact points for electrically connecting with the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector are recessed within the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector.

Optionally, the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector comprises a first pin and a second pin and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector comprises a first pin-receiving socket for receiving the first pin and a second pin receiving socket for receiving the second pin.

Optionally, the first pin-receiving socket is connected to a live terminal point of the mains terminal and the second pin receiving socket is connected to a neutral terminal point of the mains terminal.

Optionally, the attachment mechanism is integral to the fascia plate and the cavity box.

Optionally, the attachment mechanism comprises two or more peripherally mounted clips located on one of the fascia plate or cavity box configured to be received by two or more corresponding clip receiving means located on the other of the fascia plate or cavity box.

Optionally, the two or more peripherally mounted clips are located on the fascia plate and the two or more corresponding clip receiving means clip are located on the cavity box.

Optionally, the cavity box comprises a fascia-plate-facing cover through which the pin-receiving sockets pass and behind which is located the mains terminal and contact points connecting the mains terminal to the pin-receiving sockets such that, in use, when the fascia plate is detached from the cavity box, the mains terminal and contact points are outwardly covered.

Optionally, the cavity box comprises an inner housing an outer wall of which forms the fascia-plate-facing cover and within which is located the mains terminal and contact points connecting the mains terminal to the pin-receiving sockets.

Optionally, the electrical fixture comprises one or more electrical outlet sockets.

Optionally, the mains terminal is located on a reverse side of the cavity box opposite to a fascia-plate-facing side of the cavity box.

In accordance with a second aspect of the invention there is provided a cavity box for an electrical fitting in accordance with the first aspect of the invention and to which a fascia plate can be detachably attached via an attachment mechanism, wherein said cavity box has located therein a mains terminal, said cavity box further comprising a cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector configured to interconnect with a corresponding fasciaplate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector of a fascia plate, said mains terminal electrically connected to the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector.

In accordance with a third aspect of the invention, there is provided a fascia plate for an electrical fitting in accordance with the first aspect of the invention, which can be detachably attached to a cavity box via an attachment mechanism, said fascia plate comprising an electrical fixture and a fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said electrical fixture electrically connected to the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector configured to interconnect with a cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector of a cavity box.

In accordance with embodiments of the invention, the detachably attachable fascia of an electrical fitting which incorporates an electrical fixture, such as one or more outlet sockets or a light switch, is provided with a fascia-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, connected to the electrical fixture, which when the fascia is aligned and connected to the cavity box of the electrical fitting, interconnects with a corresponding cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector and connects a mains terminal located in the cavity box with the electrical fixture. This arrangement means that the fascia plate can be detached and reattached to the cavity box with minimal effort. The ability to easily remove, decorate, and then reattach of a fascia plate greatly streamlines the decorating process and addresses the challenges that arise when attempting to paint or apply wallpaper around conventional electrical fittings as describe above.

In accordance with certain embodiments of the invention, the fascia-mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a male connector configuration and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a female connector configuration and the contact points for electrically connecting with the fascia-mounted interconnecting electrical connector are recessed within the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector. This ensures that when the fascia plate is removed, all live electrical contacts are securely covered, allowing for safe decoration around the cavity box without the need to disconnect the mains supply or expose potentially hazardous wiring.

In addition to the aforementioned advantages, embodiments of the invention also enable the effortless swapping of fascia plates, providing greater flexibility for changing the appearance of decor to match evolving aesthetic preferences. Furthermore, the invention facilitates the use of a universal back box that can accommodate various fascia plates, compatible with different types of electrical fixtures, such as sockets or light switches, promoting versatility and adaptability in installation and design choices.

Various aspects and features of the invention are defined in the claims.

Brief Description of the Drawings

Embodiments of the present invention will now be described by way of example only with reference to the accompanying drawings where like parts are provided with corresponding reference numerals and in which: Figure 1 provides a simplified schematic diagram illustrating an electrical fitting consisting of a fascia plate and a cavity box, arranged in accordance with certain embodiments of the invention; Figure 2 provides a simplified schematic diagram displaying a second view of a fascia plate arranged in accordance with certain embodiments of the invention; Figure 3 provides a simplified schematic diagram showcasing a second view of a cavity box arranged in accordance with embodiments of the invention; Figures 4a and 4b provide simplified schematic diagrams depicting an electrical fitting, arranged in accordance with the embodiments of the invention, in use; Figures 5a and 5b provide simplified schematic diagrams demonstrating alternative configurations of a fascia plate and a cavity box, arranged in accordance with certain embodiments of the invention, and Figure 6 provides a simplified schematic diagram of an electrical fitting in accordance with certain embodiments of the invention, where the electrical fixture mounted on the fascia plate is a light switch.

Detailed Description

Figure 1 provides a simplified schematic diagram depicting a first view of an electrical fitting 101 in accordance with an example of the invention.

The electrical fitting 101 comprises a fascia plate 102 and a cavity box 103. The fascia plate 102 comprises an electrical fixture, specifically twin outlet sockets 104a, 104b.

The outlet sockets 104a, 104b depicted in Figure 1 are arranged in accordance with the UK standard for electrical outlet sockets and thus comprise three contact holes arranged to accept the three pins of a UK standard plug. However, the invention can also be implemented in accordance with other electrical outlet socket standards, for example those that accommodate plugs with two pins. Similarly, whilst the example shown in Figure 1 includes an electrical fixture comprising twin outlet sockets 104a, 104b, in other embodiments, the electrical fixture may comprise a different number of outlet sockets, such as a single outlet socket.

The fascia plate 102 comprises two fascia-plate-mounted pins, a first fascia-plate-mounted pin 106a and a second fascia-plate-mounted pin 106b which together form a fascia-platemounted interconnecting electrical connector. The cavity box 103 comprises an inner housing 105 which includes two pin-receiving sockets 107a, 107b which together form a cavity box-mounted interconnecting electrical connector.

Accordingly, the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a male connector configuration and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a female connector configuration.

Contact points for electrically connecting with the fascia-plate-mounted pins 106a, 106b are recessed within the pin-receiving sockets 107a, 107b.

Figure 2 provides a simplified schematic diagram depicting a reverse side of the fascia plate 102.

As can be seen from Figure 2, the two fascia-plate-mounted pins 106a, 106b are mounted on a connection box 108 which contains an assembly (not shown) that receives the pins of plugs inserted through the contact holes of the outlet sockets 104a, 104b.

This assembly contains electrical contacts that connects a "live" connection hole of each of the outlet sockets 104a, 104b to a first of the fascia-plate-mounted pins 106a, and a neutral connection hole of each of the outlet sockets 104a, 104b to a second of the fascia-platemounted pins 106b.

In this way, when a conventional plug is inserted in one of the outlet sockets 104a, 104b, a live pin of the plug is electrically connected to the first fascia-plate-mounted pin 106a and a neutral pin of the plug is electrically connected to the second fascia-plate-mounted pin 106b.

Figure 3 provides a second view of the cavity box 103 showing its reverse side relative to the view shown in Figure 1. The cavity box 103 comprises a recess 108 in which is located a mains terminal 109. By virtue of this configuration, the mains terminal 109 is located on a reverse side of the cavity box 103 opposite to a fascia-plate-facing side of the cavity box 103.

The mains terminal 109 comprises a plurality of terminal points each designated to receive a specific wire from a mains electricity cable. The mains terminal 109, as illustrated in Figure 3, comprises a plurality of terminal points, each designated to receive a specific wire from a mains electricity cable. In this embodiment, the terminal points are of the type where wires are attached by inserting them into a hole and then securing them by tightening with a screw.

However, other types of terminal points could also be utilised in alternative embodiments. For instance, a spring-loaded or push-in terminal mechanism could be employed, where the user presses down a button, inserts the wire into the hole, and releases the button. The spring tension inside the terminal holds the wire securely in place, maintaining a reliable electrical connection.

In this example, as depicted in Figure 3, the mains terminal 109 comprises five terminal points: two live terminal points "Li" and "L2", two neutral terminal points "Ni" and "N2" and a ground terminal point "G" for connecting a common ground line.

The inner housing 105 contains first connecting elements (not shown) that connect internal contacts (not shown) recessed within the first of the two pin-receiving sockets 107a to at least one of the live terminal points "Li" and "L2"; and second connecting elements (not shown) that that connect internal contacts (not shown) recessed within the second of the two pin-receiving sockets 107b to at least one of the neutral terminal points "Ni" and "N2".

The two fascia-plate-mounted pins 106a, 106b and the two pin-receiving sockets 107a, 107b are positioned such that when the fascia plate 102 is attached to the cavity box 103, each fascia-mounted pins 107a, 107b is received by a corresponding one of the pin-receiving sockets 106a, 106b.

Accordingly, when the fascia plate 102 is attached to the cavity box 103, the electrical fixture (in this example, the twin outlet sockets 104a, 104b) is electrically connected to the live and neutral line of the mains terminal 109. As will be appreciated, when the fascia plate 102 is attached to the cavity box 102, the electrical fitting has the same appearance and operates in the same way as a conventional electrical fitting of the same type (in this case twin outlet sockets).

The electrical fitting is provided with an attachment mechanism to enable the fascia plate to be detachably attached to the cavity box. In certain embodiments, the attachment mechanism is integral to the fascia plate and the cavity box.

For example, as can be seen from Figures 1 and 2, the fascia plate 102 includes a pair of peripherally mounted clips 110a, 110b located at opposite vertical side edges of the fascia plate 102. The cavity box 103 comprises a corresponding pair of clip receiving means, specifically clip-receiving grooves 111a, 111b for receiving the clips 110a, 110b.

The grooves 111a, 111b serve to guide the clips 110a, 110b during attachment of the fascia plate 102, ensuring that the fascia plate 102 is guided into place. Each groove 111a, 111b comprises an indent which engages with a corresponding locking tab at a distal end of each clip 110a, 110b. The indent and locking tab of each groove and corresponding clip engage with each other for an interlocking snap fit connection that securely holds the fascia plate 102 in place. Typically, this arrangement is configured so that the fascia plate 102 is secured in place to substantially resist detaching from the cavity box 103 in the event that a plug is withdrawn from one of the outlet sockets 104a, 104b. However, a greater force will be sufficient to overcome the snap fit connection enabling the fascia plate 102 to be removed from the cavity box 103.

In this way, the attachment mechanism for releasably securing the fascia plate 102 to the cavity box 103 (the clips 110a, 110b and grooves 111a, 111b) are integrated into (i.e. integral to) the electrical fitting eliminating the need for separate fasteners, such as screws and bolts.

Figure 4a provides a simplified schematic diagram depicting the electrical fitting 101 in use. Specifically, Figure 4a depicts the electrical fitting 101 mounted in situ in a surface 401 such as a wall or skirting board. As can be seen from Figure 4a, only the fascia plate 102 is visible.

In the event that the surface 401 is to be decorated, the fascia plate 102 is removed. This reveals the cavity box 103 as depicted in Figure 4b. As can be seen from Figure 4b, the cavity box 103 can be installed so that when the fascia plate 102 is removed, the cavity box 103 is substantially flush with the surface 401.

With the fascia plate 102 removed, decorating activities such as painting and wallpapering are made substantially easier. For example, when painting, there is no need to accurately cut-in around the edge of the electrical fitting 101. If a small amount of paint is inadvertently applied to the electrical fitting 101 when painting, this will only be on outward facing parts of the cavity box 103 which is covered when the fascia plate 102 is reattached. Similarly, when wallpapering, with the fascia plate 102 removed, there is a reduced chance that wallpaper paste will get on the fascia plate 102.

Advantageously, as can be appreciated with reference to Figure 4b, the outer facing wall of the inner housing 105 forms a fascia-plate-facing cover 402 through which the pin-receiving sockets 106a, 106b pass. This fascia-plate-facing cover 402 outwardly covers the connecting elements that connect each of the pin-receiving sockets 106a, 106b to the corresponding terminal points of the mains terminal 109. The provision of this fascia-plate-facing cover 402, combined with the fact that the electrical contacts of the pin-receiving sockets 106a, 106b are located at a recessed position within the pin-receiving sockets 106a, 106b, electrical connections connected to the live line of the mains supply are substantially covered and there is little or no risk to someone performing decorating activities around or across the electrical fitting 101 with the fascia plate 102 removed even if the mains electricity supply is not disconnected.

When the decorating activities are completed, the fascia plate 102 can be reattached to the cavity box 103.

In the example described above, the attaching mechanism for detachably attaching the fascia plate to the cavity box are provided by the integrally formed pair of clips and corresponding pair of grooves which provide a mechanical snap fit. However, in other embodiments, the fascia plate can be detachably fixed to the cavity box by any suitable fixing. For example, the fascia plate and cavity box can be connected by a threaded screw fitting or by suitably positioned magnets. In some embodiments, the attaching mechanism can be a "child-proof" attachment of the type that are well known in the art. For example, such a child-proof attachment mechanism can incorporate a dual-action release mechanism that requires simultaneous pressing or sliding of two separate buttons or levers. In another example, the child-proof attachment may use a key-operated locking mechanism, ensuring that only an adult with the appropriate key can detach the fascia plate. Additionally, the attachment could use a hidden release mechanism, which can only be accessed through the use of a specialised tool or by disengaging a concealed latch that is not easily visible or accessible to children.

The invention provides further advantages. For example, electrical fittings in accordance with examples of the invention enable the easy replacement of fascia plates, for example with ones of a different style, without a need to disconnect mains wiring from the fascia plate or switch off the mains supply.

Further, the invention allows for the creation of a universal cavity box that can be used for different fascia plate configurations with different electrical fixtures such as light switches or outlet sockets. This reduces the need for specialised cavity boxes, saving on manufacturing costs and simplifying installation for electricians. The use of a universal cavity box also provides greater flexibility when it comes to modifying the configuration of electrical fixtures.

In the example described above, the fascia-mounted interconnecting electrical connector is provided by a pair of pins connected to the electrical outlet sockets and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector is provided by a corresponding pair of pin-receiving sockets 107a, 107b. However, in alternative embodiments, more complicated electrical connector arrangements could be used. For example, as depicted in Figures 5a and 5b, in one embodiment, on the fascia plate 501 each contact hole of each electrical outlet socket is individually connected to a corresponding pin 503. On the cavity box 502, each of these pins is received by a corresponding pin receiving hole 504. In this way, each pin of a plug inserted in one of the electrical outlet sockets can have a direct connection to a corresponding terminal of the mains terminal rather than sharing a common live connection and a common neutral connection as is the case in the examples described with reference to Figure 1 to 4.

In the example described above, the electrical fixture provided on the fascia plate is a twin outlet socket. However, in other examples, the fascia plate could incorporate other electrical fixtures that are typically connected to the main electricity supply such as rocker switches or dimmer knob switches forming a light switch for controlling a lighting circuit.

For example, Figure 6 provides a simplified schematic diagram of an electrical fitting in accordance with certain embodiments of the invention, where the electrical fixture mounted on the fascia plate is a light switch.

Electrical fittings in accordance with embodiments of the invention can be manufactured in any suitable way using any suitable material. For example, the fascia plate and cavity box can be constructed from any suitable material, including but not limited to plastic, metal, or composite materials, depending on the desired properties and application requirements.

Although not depicted in the drawings, the cavity box typically includes mountings that accommodate various fixings, allowing for secure installation, such as within a wall recess or a similar location, ensuring stable and reliable placement. These mountings can be used in conjunction with fixings like screws, nails, wall anchors, or mounting brackets, depending on the specific application and installation requirements.

In typical embodiments, the cavity box matches the standard dimensions of cavity back boxes, such as those found in a typical double socket outlet, which measures 35mm deep, 132mm wide, and 72mm high. The fascia plate is correspondingly sized to ensure a proper fit with the cavity box. However, alternative sizes can be used if necessary to accommodate specific application requirements or installation constraints.

All of the features disclosed in this specification (including any accompanying claims, abstract and drawings), and/or all of the steps of any method or process so disclosed, may be combined in any combination, except combinations where at least some of such features and/or steps are mutually exclusive. Each feature disclosed in this specification (including any accompanying claims, abstract and drawings) may be replaced by alternative features serving the same, equivalent or similar purpose, unless expressly stated otherwise. Thus, unless expressly stated otherwise, each feature disclosed is one example only of a generic series of equivalent or similar features. The invention is not restricted to the details of the foregoing embodiment(s). The invention extends to any novel one, or any novel combination, of the features disclosed in this specification (including any accompanying claims, abstract and drawings), or to any novel one, or any novel combination, of the steps of any method or process so disclosed.

With respect to the use of substantially any plural and/or singular terms herein, those having skill in the art can translate from the plural to the singular and/or from the singular to the plural as is appropriate to the context and/or application. The various singular/plural permutations may be expressly set forth herein for sake of clarity.

It will be understood by those within the art that, in general, terms used herein, and especially in the appended claims are generally intended as "open" terms (e.g., the term "including" should be interpreted as "including but not limited to," the term "having" should be interpreted as "having at least," the term "includes" should be interpreted as "includes but is not limited to," etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is intended, such an intent will be explicitly recited in the claim, and in the absence of such recitation no such intent is present. For example, as an aid to understanding, the following appended claims may contain usage of the introductory phrases "at least one" and "one or more" to introduce claim recitations. However, the use of such phrases should not be construed to imply that the introduction of a claim recitation by the indefinite articles "a" or "an" limits any particular claim containing such introduced claim recitation to embodiments containing only one such recitation, even when the same claim includes the introductory phrases "one or more" or "at least one" and indefinite articles such as "a" or "an" (e.g., "a" and/or an should be interpreted to mean "at least one or "one or more"); the same holds true for the use of definite articles used to introduce claim recitations.

In addition, even if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is explicitly recited, those skilled in the art will recognize that such recitation should be interpreted to mean at least the recited number (e.g., the bare recitation of "two recitations," without other modifiers, means at least two recitations, or two or more recitations).

It will be appreciated that various embodiments of the present disclosure have been described herein for purposes of illustration, and that various modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. Accordingly, the various embodiments disclosed herein are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope being indicated by the following claims.

Claims (14)

1. CLAIMS1. An electrical fitting comprising: a fascia plate comprising an electrical fixture and a fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said electrical fixture electrically connected to the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, a cavity box within which is located a mains terminal, said cavity box further comprising a cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said mains terminal electrically connected to the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector, and an attachment mechanism for detachably attaching the fascia plate to the cavity box, wherein the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector are positioned such that when the detachable fascia plate is aligned with and attached to the cavity box, the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector and cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector interconnect thereby electrically connecting the mains terminal and the electrical fixture.
2. 2. An electrical fitting according to claim 1, wherein the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a male connector configuration and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector has a female connector configuration.
3. 3. An electrical fitting according to claim 2, wherein contact points for electrically connecting with the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector are recessed within the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector.
4. 4. An electrical fitting according to claim 3, wherein the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector comprises a first pin and a second pin and the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector comprises a first pin-receiving socket for receiving the first pin and a second pin receiving socket for receiving the second pin.
5. 5. An electrical fitting according to claim 4, wherein the first pin-receiving socket is connected to a live terminal point of the mains terminal and the second pin receiving socket is connected to a neutral terminal point of the mains terminal.
6. 6. An electrical fitting according to claim 5, wherein the attachment mechanism is integral to the fascia plate and the cavity box.
7. 7. An electrical fitting according to claim 6, wherein the attachment mechanism comprises two or more peripherally mounted clips located on one of the fascia plate or cavity box configured to be received by two or more corresponding clip receiving means located on the other of the fascia plate or cavity box.
8. 8. An electrical fitting according to claim 7. wherein the two or more peripherally mounted clips are located on the fascia plate and the two or more corresponding clip receiving means clip are located on the cavity box.
9. 9. An electrical fitting according to claim 4, wherein the cavity box comprises a fascia-plate-facing cover through which the pin-receiving sockets pass and behind which is located the mains terminal and contact points connecting the mains terminal to the pin-receiving sockets such that, in use, when the fascia plate is detached from the cavity box, the mains terminal and contact points are outwardly covered.
10. 10. An electrical fitting according to claim 9, wherein the cavity box comprises an inner housing an outer wall of which forms the fascia-plate-facing cover and within which is located the mains terminal and contact points connecting the mains terminal to the pin-receiving 20 sockets.
11. 11. An electrical fitting according to any previous claim, wherein the electrical fixture comprises one or more electrical outlet sockets.
12. 12. An electrical fitting according to any previous claim, wherein the mains terminal is located on a reverse side of the cavity box opposite to a fascia-plate-facing side of the cavity box.
13. 13. A cavity box for an electrical fitting according to claim 1 and to which a fascia plate can be detachably attached via an attachment mechanism, wherein said cavity box has located therein a mains terminal, said cavity box further comprising a cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector configured to interconnect with a corresponding fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector of a fascia plate, said mains terminal electrically connected to the cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical 35 connector.
14. 14. A fascia plate for an electrical fitting according to claim 1, which can be detachably attached to a cavity box via an attachment mechanism, said fascia plate comprising an electrical fixture and a fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said electrical fixture electrically connected to the fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector, said fascia-plate-mounted interconnecting electrical connector configured to interconnect with a cavity-box mounted interconnecting electrical connector of a cavity box.