Connector assembly for mounting lighting fixture
US9976728B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 21, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 25, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF21V15/015
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Provided is a lighting assembly comprising a pin end connector and a knuckle end connector. The pin end connector includes a protrusion having at least one wall and a rotational fastener configured to be received through and retained by the wall. The knuckle end connector includes a discontinuous seat having a first opening configured to receive the protrusion and a second opening configured to receive the rotational fastener. The pin end connector is configured to be received by the knuckle end connector and pivotally rotate to attach the first connector assembly with the second connector assembly. Also provided is a method for joining the pin end connector with the knuckle end connector.
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