Light fixture with integral reflector and socket shield
US4868727A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 6, 1989 |
| Grant date | Sep 19, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21Y2103/00
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A lighting fixture is disclosed for accommodating a bulb parallel to its opening and that has a reflector made from a thin metal sheet located behind the bulb. At each socket housing location, the reflector is slit and an arc piece is formed from the released metal segment. The arc piece forms an effective shield over the socket and related components. Thus, the reflector and shield or shields are formable in a single action stamping step by appropriate manufacturing equipment.
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