US3584213A
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Frustoconical trouble light with in-line outlet box
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1968-12-10
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Granted: 1971-06-08
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Expires: 1988-12-10
Abstract
Abstract A trouble light having a substantially frustoconical guard containing a correspondingly shaped reflector which engages frame members in a snap-in snap-out manner so as to be removable and positionable. Circumferential frame members each have a discontinuity to provide shock resistance. The trouble light power cord is provided with an intermediate outlet connection box which may have a plurality of outlets arranged in conventional form or in opposed pair form when there are four outlets.
Inventors
- 👤 Jack A Meltzer
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 12:54
CPC Classifications
F; F21; F21L; F21L14/00; F21L14/02; F21V; F21V17/00; F21V15/00; F21V15/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
157 words
An electric light comprising: a. a power cord, said power cord connecting between a power source and a light bulb socket; b. a shock-resistant handle, said shock-resistant handle enclosing said light bulb socket and a switch therefor; c. a guard of substantially frustoconical shape, said guard being clamped to said shock-resistant handle, and having an open top portion at the larger end of the frustum opposite the smaller end thereof which is clamped to said handle, said guard comprising: i. a circular clamp member; ii. a plurality of substantially straight wire members, each of said straight wire members extending upwardly and outwardly from said circular clamp member at spaced intervals thereabout; and iii. a plurality of circular wire members, each of said circular wire members being joined in spaced vertical intervals to said straight wire members; and d. hemifrustoconical reflector means disposed within said guard for removably snapping between any opposed pair of said straight wire members.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
157 words
An electric light comprising: a. a power cord, said power cord connecting between a power source and a light bulb socket; b. a shock-resistant handle, said shock-resistant handle enclosing said light bulb socket and a switch therefor; c. a guard of substantially frustoconical shape, said guard being clamped to said shock-resistant handle, and having an open top portion at the larger end of the frustum opposite the smaller end thereof which is clamped to said handle, said guard comprising: i. a circular clamp member; ii. a plurality of substantially straight wire members, each of said straight wire members extending upwardly and outwardly from said circular clamp member at spaced intervals thereabout; and iii. a plurality of circular wire members, each of said circular wire members being joined in spaced vertical intervals to said straight wire members; and d. hemifrustoconical reflector means disposed within said guard for removably snapping between any opposed pair of said straight wire members.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
An electrical light in accordance with claim 1, wherein: a. one of said straight wire members extends upwardly and outwardly beyond the others and is formed into a partial loop to form a hinging hook.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
An electrical light in accordance with claim 1, additionally comprising: a. an electrical outlet box, said electrical outlet box being connected to said power cord intermediate its ends.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
32 words
An electrical light in accordance with claim 3, wherein: a. said electrical outlet box having two pairs of said outlets, said pairs being in opposed, vertical sidewalls of said electrical connection box.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-06-07 | 1974-12-07 | 1975-06-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-06-07 | 1978-12-07 | 1979-06-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-06-07 | 1982-12-07 | 1983-06-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |