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Recessed lighting fixture with alignment enhancements and methods for mounting same

US8727582B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 2007
Grant dateMay 20, 2014
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Expiry dateApr 23, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF21V21/04
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Recessed-lighting fixtures having features to facilitate alignment between adjacent fixtures. According to one embodiment of the present invention, alignment means are provided on downwardly directed walls of a recessed lighting tray, ensuring alignment between adjacent fixtures. In another embodiment, apertures on the tray permit relative movement between the tray and a recessed lighting pail, allowing the tray to be quickly and easily repositioned relative to the pan. In yet another embodiment, cavities are provided on the tray for insertion of the trim assembly's alignment tabs to facilitate alignment between the trim assembly and the tray,

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