Heat dissipating LED light bar
US10054296B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 24, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21Y2115/10
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A heat dissipating LED light bar which may be used as part of a complete retrofit system for a variety of linear fluorescent light fixtures. The LED light bar comprises an elongate channel member which is preferably fabricated from extruded aluminum. In addition to the channel member, the LED light bar comprises a high-efficacy set of LEDs, which are preferably provided in the form of an elongate LED printed circuit board (PCB) or strip mechanically bonded to the channel member. The channel member is outfitted with fins and other surface features uniquely configured to provide superior heat dissipation, thus allowing the channel member to effectively function as a heat sink for the LED strip cooperatively engaged thereto. Further, the channel member is configured to define an air flow cavity under the LED strip as allows for the effective dissipation of heat during operation of the LED light bar.
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