Channel letter and trim cap retaining clip therefor
US9653007B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 25, 2016 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 25, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09F7/002
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A channel letter has a rear surface for mounting against a raceway, wall, or a structure for supporting the signage, and sheet metal sides defining the figuration of the letter or shape to be depicted. A lighting element is positioned against the rear surface of the enclosure, and a lens is retained to the open front of the enclosure. The lens is secured with a retainer cap and a plurality of retainer clips. Each of the retainer clips comprises as least one side including an outwardly extending leg for retention with the retainer cap.
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