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Initial light output for metal halide lamp

US5107165A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 1, 1990
Grant dateApr 21, 1992
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Expiry dateNov 1, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J61/073
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Anode and cathode means are provided for a metal halide lamp which cooperate in providing more rapid light output during lamp start-up. A xenon-metal halide lamp employing the improved discharge electrode means is disclosed along with an automotive headlamp having this lamp for its light source.

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