Fluorescent lamp end cap
US4280169A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 25, 1979 |
| Grant date | Jul 21, 1981 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 1999 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21V19/008
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A decorative and lockable end cap for fluorescent lamps in the form of an enclosure which covers and conceals the base of the fluorescent lamp and its lampholder, whereby enhancing the appearance of bare bulb fluorescent lamp luminaires, thus improving their acceptance as energy conservation lighting fixtures and also deterring lamp theft when the fixtures are located within easy reach in public places.
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