Shade connection structure

Abstract

The objective is to provide a connection structure for attaching shades (umbrellas) used in lighting fixtures, based on a completely new and unprecedented concept. [Solution] The socket 33 of the suspension member 30 is inserted through the opening 21 of the shade 20, and the locking member 22 attached to the shade 20 is locked into the notched locking portions 36, 36 of the connector body 35 from which the connector cover 38 has been removed in advance. Then, by screwing the connector cover 38 into contact with the connector body 35, the locking member 22 locked inside the connector body 35 is sandwiched and fixed between the connector body 35 and the connector cover 38.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a connection structure for connecting a shade (umbrella) used in a lighting fixture.

Background Art

[0002] As a connection structure for connecting a shade (umbrella) to a pendant light suspended from the ceiling, for example, there are those disclosed in Patent Documents 1 and 2.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] On the other hand, the inventor of the present application has, as a glass artist, widely produced works ranging from artworks to everyday items, and under the concept of "wanting to create something whose beauty is completed rather than being used", has created works with a delicate presence, warmth, and excellent practicality. In such creative activities, the present invention has been completed with a completely new idea that has never existed before.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] The first invention of the present invention is a connection structure for connecting a shade used in a lighting fixture, comprising: a locking member attached to the shade so as to span horizontally above an opening provided for inserting a socket for inserting a light bulb into the shade; and a connector provided between a wiring cord and the socket, wherein the connector has a connector body provided with a locking portion for locking the locking member, and a connector cover that abuts against the connector body so as to sandwich the locking portion, and the shade is connected by abutting the connector cover against the connector body while the locking member is locked to the locking portion. The second invention is a shade connection structure according to the first invention, characterized in that the locking member has its end attached to the shade. The third invention is a shade connection structure according to the first or second invention, characterized in that the connector cover abuts against the connector body by screwing. [Effects of the Invention]

[0006] The present invention has the following effects. (1) First, the locking member attached to the shade is locked to the locking part of the connector body connected to the socket into which the light bulb is inserted, and is then sandwiched by the connector cover. As a result, the locking member is firmly fixed by the connector, ensuring a secure connection of the shade. (2) Furthermore, since this connection structure does not depend on the design of the shade, it does not restrict the design of the shade and contributes to the creation of shades with excellent designs. (3) Furthermore, the shades are easy to remove and clean, making them extremely practical as an interior design element. (4) In other words, in the shade connection structure of the present invention, the shade is completely separate from the electrical components including the socket and cord into which the light bulb is inserted, and although it consists of two large parts in terms of manufacturing, the connection part of the two parts is not visible from the outside due to the excellent structural design, and it has the extremely excellent effect of appearing as if it were a single unit. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0007] [Figure 1] Diagram (1) illustrating the "shade connection structure" of the present invention. [Figure 2] Diagram (2) illustrating the "shade connection structure" of the present invention. [Figure 3] Diagram (3) illustrating the "shade connection structure" of the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0008] Embodiments of the present invention will be described based on the drawings. In this embodiment, a pendant light suspended from the ceiling is used as an example of a lighting fixture. However, the lighting fixture used in the present invention is not limited to a pendant light, and can also be used with other lighting fixtures such as stand-type lamps and table lamps.

[0009] Figure 1 illustrates the constituent members of the "shade connection structure" of the present invention. The left diagram in Figure 1 illustrates a shade that connects to a pendant light. The shade 20 has an opening 21 through which the pendant light is inserted. The ends 24, 24 of a U-shaped locking member 22, which has two legs, are attached to the shade 20 so as to span horizontally above the opening 21. Note that the shade 20 is not limited to a U-shape with two legs, but may have one leg or three or more legs.

[0010] The right-hand diagram in Figure 1 illustrates the suspension components for hanging a pendant light from the ceiling. The suspension member 30 comprises a mounting bracket 31 for attachment to the ceiling, a cord 32, and a socket 33 into which a light bulb (not shown) is inserted. A connector 34 is provided between the cord 32 and the socket 33. The connector 34 consists of a connector body 35 and a connector cover 38 (although not shown, other components such as a spacer may be interposed between the connector body 35 and the connector cover 38). The material of the connector 34 is not particularly limited, but for example, Japanese-made copper is preferable from a design perspective.

[0011] Figure 2 illustrates the structure of the "shade connection structure" of the present invention. First, as shown in the left diagram of Figure 2, the socket 33 of the suspension member 30 is inserted through the opening 21 of the shade 20, and the locking member 22 of the shade 20 is fitted into the notched locking portions 36, 36 of the connector body 35 from which the connector cover 38 has been removed in advance, thereby locking the locking member 22 to the connector body 35. At this time, a curved portion 23 is formed on a part of the locking member 22, which is to avoid the hole for the cord 32.

[0012] Then, as shown in the right diagram of Figure 2, the connector cover 38 is brought into contact with the connector body 35 by screwing it in, thereby fixing the locking member 22, which is locked inside the connector body 35, between the connector body 35 and the connector cover 38. This completes the connection structure 10 for attaching the shade to the pendant light that hangs from the ceiling.

[0013] Furthermore, the connector cover 38 is provided with perforations 39, 39 (see Figure 2). As shown in Figure 3, the connector cover 38 can be easily tightened or loosened by inserting a rod-shaped auxiliary tool 40 into these perforations 39, 39 and rotating it. [Industrial applicability]

[0014] The invention of the present application can be widely used as a connection structure for connecting a shade (umbrella) for lighting fixtures, such as pendant lights suspended from the ceiling, floor lamps or table lamps, regardless of their types.

Explanation of Signs

[0015] 10 Connection structure for shade 20 Shade 21 Opening 22 Locking member 23 Curved portion 24 Both ends 30 Hanging member 31 Fitting 32 Cord 33 Socket 34 Connector 35 Connector body 36 Locking portion 38 Connector cover 39 Perforation 40 Auxiliary tool

Claims

1. A connecting structure for connecting shades used in lighting fixtures, A locking member is attached to the shade so as to span horizontally above the opening provided for inserting the light bulb socket into the shade, It comprises a connector provided between the wiring cord and the socket, The connector is a shade connection structure characterized by comprising a connector body having a locking portion for locking a locking member, and a connector cover that abuts against the connector body so as to sandwich the locking portion, and connecting the shade by abutting the connector cover against the connector body while the locking member is locked to the locking portion.

2. The shade connection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that the locking member has its end attached to the shade.

3. The shade connection structure according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the connector cover abuts against the connector body by screwing it in.

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