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Ceiling fixture with improved mounting means

US4424554A · kind A · utility

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5Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 28, 1982
Grant dateJan 3, 1984
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Expiry dateSep 28, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF21Y2103/00
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A recessed ceiling mounted lighting fixture is disclosed, characterized in the incorporation of improved mounting means for effecting connection thereof to a ceiling tile support grid. The mounting means includes spring projected latches which may be readily released to a grid engaging position by the installer and which automatically hold the fixture in a predetermined heightwise relation to the ceiling.

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