Extension apparatus for previously installed electrical cabinets

Abstract

An extension device for an electrical cabinet includes a plurality of panel members, an access port in a first panel member of the plurality of panel members, a top engaging the plurality of panel members, and wherein the plurality of panel members is connected and defines a functional area.

1 . An apparatus comprising an extension device for increasing the capacity of a pre-installed electrical cabinet comprising a first enclosure housing electrical equipment and comprising an opening, the extension device comprising a second enclosure defining a functional area and comprising an access port, and a substantially planar access panel positioned within said functional area, said access panel engaging the second enclosure by a hinging means, wherein the access port can be aligned with the opening without moving the pre-installed electrical cabinet. 
   
   
       2 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the second enclosure comprises a plurality of panel members. 
   
   
       3 . The apparatus of  claim 1 , wherein the extension device further comprises at least one door. 
   
   
       4 . The apparatus of  claim 3 , wherein the at least one door is lockable. 
   
   
       5 . The apparatus of  claim 2 , wherein at least one panel member of the plurality of panel members comprises at least one mounting hole. 
   
   
       6 . The apparatus of  claim 5 , wherein the extension device further comprises a fastener disposed through the mounting hole and into the electrical cabinet.