As with most good designs the IEC-lock's patented locking mechanism is beautifully simple. The power cord is connected to the appliance as with any other IEC unit. Once fitted the IEC-lock mechanism locks to the appliance, ensuring that the power cord cannot become accidentally disconnected. An additional security feature is the tamper-evident seal that covers the release catch. This seal must be removed to access the release catch and so is an instant indication that the IEC-lock has been interfered with.

submitted: 22/09/2006