Flashlight or lighting device
US7393117B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 29, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21S8/035
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A flashlight (10) including: a housing (12) with a light source (104), a power source (142), and an aperture (126) through the housing (12) that is closed by a resilient cover (112). The resilient cover (112) extends over a switch assembly (18) and provides a waterproof seal for the housing (12). An indicator means (146), when illuminated, is visible through the resilient cover (112). A waterproof flashlight (10) having an electric contact (154) extending through a contact aperture (38) formed in the housing (12) with resilient sealing means (164) between to establish a water tight seal. A securement means (158) to place the resilient means (164) under compression. When not in use, the flashlight (10) may be stowed on a base (40) for recharging through the electrical contact (154).
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