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Hinged cover for outdoor lamp case

US3991905A · kind A · utility

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2Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 27, 1975
Grant dateNov 16, 1976
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 27, 1995

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF21W2131/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A metal housing of a light fixture has a cover hinged over the front access opening. Within the housing is a halogen lamp or light bulb. Surrounding the lamp and facing forwardly is a reflector of generally parabolic shape. Extending across the back of the reflector parallel to the lamp is a forwardly extending ridge. A glass is held in the cover by clips frictionally engaged in pockets spaced about the inside of the cover. The cover hinge is formed by parts on the cover and housing, which parts are of generally "U" configuration. The pivot pin extends through the U of these parts. The parts are so positioned with respect to each other and stops are provided so as to prevent the disengagement of the pins by movement through the open end of the U. Within the housing are heat sinks to protect the lamp sockets.

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