Luminaires and light source retention components
US10190738B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 27, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21Y2115/10
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A luminaire and retaining device that retains LEDs in a housing of the luminaire through the use of a mechanical interface with the housing. The retaining device has a shape that engages the housing through a ratcheting feature, and allows the LEDs and retaining device to be removably installed in such a way that manufacturing time is reduced. This provides for easy of replacement or servicing of the LEDs.
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