Lamp

Abstract

A light fixture configured to be removably coupled to a fixture that is removably coupled to a junction box, the light fixture comprising a housing comprising a first end and a second end, the first end comprising a coupling mechanism configured to be coupled to a fixture; a printed circuit board coupled adjacent the second end; at least one LED physically and electrically coupled to the printed circuit board; a lens coupled to the housing over the printed circuit board; an adapter in electrical communication with the printed circuit board, the adapter configured to be electrically and physically coupled to a lamp port of the fixture.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit of co-pending and previously filed U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62 / 968,677, filed January 31, 2020, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to a luminaire for use with a junction box and a mounting device for use with a junction box. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In one embodiment, the luminaire is configured to be removably coupled to a mounting device, the mounting device being removably coupled to a junction box. The luminaire includes a housing having a first end and a second end. The first end includes a coupling mechanism configured to be coupled to the mounting device. A printed circuit board is coupled adjacent to the second end. At least one LED is physically and electrically coupled to the printed circuit board. A lens is coupled to the housing above the printed circuit board. An adapter is electrically connected to the printed circuit board and is configured to be electrically and physically coupled to the lamp holder of the mounting device.

[0005] In another embodiment, a method for assembling a lighting fixture mounting device is provided. The method includes electrically and physically connecting an adapter of the luminaire to the lamp port of the mounting device, and physically connecting the housing of the luminaire to the mounting device.

[0006] In another embodiment, the luminaire is configured to be removably coupled to a mounting device. The mounting device is removably coupled to a junction box and has a lamp holder. The luminaire includes a housing that functions as a heat sink, and the housing includes a first end and a second end. The first end includes a coupling mechanism configured to be coupled to the mounting device; a printed circuit board adjacent to the second end and coupled to the housing; at least one LED physically and electrically coupled to the printed circuit board; and an adapter electrically connected to the printed circuit board. The adapter is configured to be electrically and physically coupled to the lamp holder of the mounting device.

[0007] In another embodiment, the luminaire is configured to be removably coupled to a mounting device. The mounting device is removably coupled to a junction box and has a lamp holder. The luminaire includes an integral housing comprising a first end and a second end. The first end of the housing includes a coupling mechanism configured to be coupled to the mounting device. The luminaire further includes a printed circuit board coupled to a wall of the housing, the wall being positioned adjacent to the second end. At least one LED is physically and electrically coupled to the printed circuit board, and an adapter is electrically connected to the printed circuit board. The adapter is configured to be electrically and physically coupled to the lamp holder of the mounting device.

[0008] Other aspects of the invention will become clear from consideration of the detailed description and accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0009] Figure 1 An exploded view of the fixing device and the lamp according to one embodiment is shown.

[0010] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Another exploded view of the fixing device.

[0011] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Side view of the fixtures and luminaires.

[0012] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A side view of the light fixture.

[0013] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the luminaire along its longitudinal axis.

[0014] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A plan view of a portion of the lighting fixture.

[0015] Figure 7 It has traditional LED components Figure 1 Side view of the fixing device.

[0016] Figure 8 yes Figure 1 Another exploded view of the fixtures and luminaires.

[0017] Figure 9 yes Figure 1 Side view of the fixtures and luminaires.

[0018] Figure 10 This is a side view of a luminaire according to another embodiment.

[0019] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A cross-sectional view of the luminaire along its longitudinal axis.

[0020] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A plan view of the printed circuit board of the lighting fixture. Detailed Implementation

[0021] Before explaining any embodiments of the invention in detail, it should be understood that the application of the invention is not limited to the construction details and component arrangements set forth in the following description or shown in the following drawings. The invention can have other embodiments and can be practiced or implemented in various ways.

[0022] Figure 1-11 A light-emitting diode (LED) luminaire 10 is shown, which is removably connected to a mounting device 14. The mounting device 14 is designed for installation in locations where moisture, dirt, dust, corrosion, and vibration may be present.

[0023] The fixture 14 includes a junction box or mounting bracket 18 configured to connect to a support surface in a corridor, closet, elevator shaft, dock, stairwell, passageway tunnel, or machine room. Power is supplied to the junction box 18 by a live wire 22 and a neutral wire 26 extending therethrough. The fixture 30 is electrically and physically connected to the junction box 18. Specifically, the fixture 30 includes a housing 34 connected to the junction box 18, and a live wire 38 and a neutral wire 42 physically and electrically connected to the corresponding live and neutral wires 22, 26 of the junction box 18. In the illustrated embodiment, the fixture is made of aluminum, but other suitable materials may also be used. The fixture 30 includes a lamp holder 46 ( Figure 8 The lamp holder 46 is configured to be electrically connected to a power source via wires 38 and 42. In the illustrated embodiment, lamp holder 46 is an Edison lamp holder. A gasket or sealing member 50 is positioned between the junction box 18 and the fixing device 30. The fixing device 30 includes a coupling mechanism. In the illustrated embodiment, the coupling mechanism is a plurality of threads (not shown) defined on the inner surface of the fixing device 30. In other embodiments, the fixing device 30 may include alternative coupling mechanisms (e.g., snap-fit ​​connections) defined on its inner or outer surfaces. A protective device (not shown) may be physically attached to the fixing device 30.

[0024] like Figure 3-12 As shown, the luminaire 10 includes an integral (e.g., single-piece, integrally formed, etc.) housing 70 having a longitudinal axis A, a first end 74, and a second end 78 opposite the first end 74. In the illustrated embodiment, the housing 70 is made of aluminum, which is useful or operable for heat dissipation and corrosion resistance. In other or additional embodiments, the housing 70 may be formed of other or additional suitable materials. The housing 70 includes a coupling mechanism 82 located at or near the first end 74. In the illustrated embodiment, the coupling mechanism 82 is a plurality of threads defined on the outer surface of the housing 70 at or near the first end 74. In other embodiments, the housing 70 may include alternative coupling mechanisms (e.g., by snap-fit ​​connection) defined on its outer or inner surface. The coupling mechanism 82 of the housing 70 is configured to engage the coupling mechanism of the fastening device 30, which will be discussed in more detail below. A printed circuit board 86 (PCB) is supported by the housing 70 adjacent to the second end 78. In the illustrated embodiment, the PCB 86 is coupled (e.g., by one or more fasteners 90, Figure 5 and Figure 10The lens 102 is attached to the wall 94, which is recessed relative to the second end 78. One or more LEDs 98 are physically and electrically coupled to the PCB 86. The lens 102 is coupled (e.g., by snap-fit ​​connection) above the PCB 86 to the second end 78. In the illustrated embodiment, the lens is polycarbonate, although other suitable materials may also be used. Light from one or more LEDs 98 is projected outward from the PCB 86 and thus from the housing 70 through the lens 102. A gasket or sealing member 106 is coupled between the housing 70 and the lens 102, forming a seal therebetween.

[0025] Further reference Figure 4-12 A live wire 110 and a neutral wire 114 extend between a PCB 86 and an adapter 122 spaced apart from a housing 70. The adapter 122 has a flange 126. Each of the wires 110 and 114 has a first end physically and electrically connected to the PCB 86 and a second end physically and electrically connected to the adapter 122. The live wire 110 and the neutral wire 114 extend through a hole 118 in the wall 94 of the housing 70. The adapter 122 is configured to be physically and electrically attached to a lamp holder 46 of the mounting device 30. In the illustrated embodiment, the adapter 122 is configured to be threadedly connected to the lamp holder 46, but in other embodiments, the adapter 122 may be connected to the lamp holder 46 in other ways. The PCB 86 allows electrical communication between a power source (not shown) and one or more LEDs 98 via the adapter 122. Thus, the PCB 86 lights one or more LEDs 98 via a power supply through the adapter 122.

[0026] The adapter 122 is configured to be physically and electrically connected to the lamp holder 46 of the mounting device 30, and the first end 74 of the luminaire housing 70 is configured to be connected to the mounting device 30 of the junction box 18. The housing 70 is watertight and airtight when connected to the mounting device 30. In use, a protective device is connected to the mounting device 30 above the luminaire 10. The luminaire 10 can easily and quickly replace existing and conventional lamp and lampshade assemblies 150. Figure 7 ).

[0027] exist Figure 1-9 In the illustrated embodiment, the height of the luminaire housing 70 is approximately 3.04 inches, and the maximum diameter is approximately 3.34 inches. As used herein, "approximately" means plus or minus 0.05 inches. Furthermore, Figure 1-9 The luminaire 10 is compatible with 120V, provides 9W, and outputs 1085 lumens. It may take 99,000 hours for the luminaire 10 to degrade to 70% of its original output.

[0028] exist Figure 10-12In the illustrated embodiment, the height of the luminaire housing 70 is approximately 3.10 inches, and the maximum diameter is approximately 4.80 inches. As used herein, "approximately" means plus or minus 0.05 inches. Furthermore, Figure 10-12 The luminaire 10 is compatible with 120V, provides 18W, and outputs 2100 lumens. It may take 99,000 hours for the luminaire 10 to degrade to 70% of its original output.

[0029] In other or additional embodiments, the luminaire may have different dimensions and shapes than those disclosed herein. That is, in other or alternative embodiments, the luminaire may have different heights and diameters. Furthermore, the housing of the luminaire may have shapes other than cylindrical, such as cubic or polygonal. Therefore, the luminaire may have different dimensions (e.g., width, cross-sectional area, etc.) in other or additional embodiments.

[0030] In order to assemble the mounting device 30 to the junction box 18, a washer 50 is placed between the mounting device 30 and the junction box 18, the corresponding live wires 22, 38 and neutral wires 26, 42 of the mounting device 30 and the junction box 18 are physically and electrically connected, and the mounting device 30 is connected (e.g., by fasteners, not shown) to the junction box 18.

[0031] To assemble the luminaire 10 into the mounting device 30, the adapter 122 is coupled (e.g., threaded) into the lamp holder 46 of the mounting device 30, and the luminaire housing 70 is coupled (e.g., threaded) into the housing 34 of the mounting device 30. When a protective device is used, it can then be coupled to the housing 34 of the mounting device 30 above the luminaire 10.

[0032] The various features and advantages of the present invention are set forth in the following claims.

Claims

1. A luminaire configured to be removably connected to a mounting device, the mounting device being removably connected to a junction box and having a lamp holder, the luminaire comprising: The housing, which can function as a heat sink, includes a first end and a second end, the first end including a coupling mechanism configured to be coupled to the fixing device. A printed circuit board, adjacent to the second end, is connected to the housing; At least one LED is physically and electrically connected to the printed circuit board; as well as An adapter, electrically connected to the printed circuit board, is configured to be electrically and physically connected to the lamp holder of the mounting device. The connecting mechanism of the housing is a plurality of threads defined on the outer surface of the housing, and the connecting mechanism of the fixing device is a plurality of threads defined on the inner surface of the fixing device.

2. The lighting fixture according to claim 1, wherein, The lens is attached to the housing above the printed circuit board.

3. The lighting fixture according to claim 2, wherein, The lens is sealed relative to the housing.

4. The lighting fixture according to claim 2, wherein, A gasket is positioned between the housing and the lens to seal the lens relative to the housing.

5. The lighting fixture according to claim 1, wherein, The housing is watertight and airtight when connected to the fixing device.

6. The lighting fixture according to claim 1, wherein, The housing has a coupling mechanism adjacent to the first end, the coupling mechanism being configured to cooperate with the coupling mechanism of the hybrid mounting component.

7. The lighting fixture according to claim 1, wherein, The adapter is in communication with the printed circuit board via live and neutral wires extending between the adapter and the printed circuit board, the live and neutral wires extending through holes in the housing.

8. A luminaire configured to be removably coupled to a mounting device, the mounting device being removably coupled to a junction box, the luminaire comprising: The overall housing includes a first end and a second end, the first end including a coupling mechanism configured to be coupled to the fixing device. A printed circuit board, which is attached to a wall of the housing, the wall being positioned adjacent to the second end; At least one LED is physically and electrically connected to the printed circuit board; as well as An adapter, electrically connected to the printed circuit board, is configured to be electrically and physically connected to the lamp holder of the mounting device. The connecting mechanism of the housing is a plurality of threads defined on the outer surface of the housing, and the connecting mechanism of the fixing device is a plurality of threads defined on the inner surface of the fixing device.

9. The luminaire according to claim 8, wherein, The lens is attached to the housing above the printed circuit board.

10. The luminaire according to claim 9, wherein, The lens is sealed relative to the housing.

11. The luminaire according to claim 9, wherein, A gasket is positioned between the housing and the lens to seal the lens relative to the housing.

12. The luminaire according to claim 8, wherein, The housing is watertight and airtight when connected to the fixing device.

13. The luminaire according to claim 8, wherein, The housing has a coupling mechanism adjacent to the first end, the coupling mechanism being configured to cooperate with the coupling mechanism of the hybrid mounting component.

14. The luminaire according to claim 8, wherein, The adapter is in communication with the printed circuit board via live and neutral wires extending between the adapter and the printed circuit board, the live and neutral wires extending through holes in the housing.

15. A method for assembling a fixing device for lighting equipment, the method comprising: The adapter of the luminaire is electrically and physically connected to the lamp port of the fixed device; as well as The housing of the lamp is physically connected to the fixing device. Physically connecting the housing of the lamp to the fixing device includes threading the housing of the lamp to the fixing device.

16. The method according to claim 15, wherein, Electrically and physically connecting the adapter of the luminaire to the lamp port of the luminaire includes threading the adapter of the luminaire to the lamp port of the mounting device.

17. The method according to claim 15, wherein, The housing can function as a heat sink.

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