Light engine retrofit kit for existing light fixtures and associated method
US10782001B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 20, 2018 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21Y2115/10
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A retrofit kit for a light fixture includes a light engine and a mounting bracket. In some aspects, a method of installing the retrofit kit in a light fixture includes installing a mounting bracket in a housing of the light fixture, and placing a light engine in a temporary hanging position. In the temporary hanging position, a hook of a first engine flange of the light engine rests on the mounting bracket and a second engine flange of the light engine opposite from the first engine flange is spaced apart from the mounting bracket.
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