US Patent 6945815 Quick connect electrical outlet

A method and apparatus for wiring installations that is comprised of designating locations for outlet boxes 12 and wiring to an incorporated terminal block that has connection means for installing either receptacles or switches 36 at a later time by anyone without the need of electrical expertise. The receptacles 12 and switches 36 have corresponding mating connection means 16, 18 related to the previously wired outlet box termination blocks. The simplified wiring method allows for the replacement of switches 36 and receptacles 12 with any other style of switch or receptacle having the mating connection members 16, 18.