CA2700376C - Light emitting diode recessed light fixture - Google Patents
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Abstract
A recessed light fixture includes an LED module, which includes a single LED
package that is configured to generate ail light emitted by the recessed light fixture. For example, the LED package can include multiple LEDs mounted to a common substrate. The LED package can be coupled to a heat sink for dissipating heat from the LEDs. The heat sink can include a core member from which fins extend. Each fin can include one or more straight and/or curved portions. A reflector housing may be coupled to the heat sink and configured to receive a reflector. The reflector can have any geometry, such as a bell-shaped geometry including two radii of curvature that join together at an inflection point. An optic coupler can be coupled to the reflector housing and configured to cover electrical connections at the substrate and to guide light emitted by the LED package.
package that is configured to generate ail light emitted by the recessed light fixture. For example, the LED package can include multiple LEDs mounted to a common substrate. The LED package can be coupled to a heat sink for dissipating heat from the LEDs. The heat sink can include a core member from which fins extend. Each fin can include one or more straight and/or curved portions. A reflector housing may be coupled to the heat sink and configured to receive a reflector. The reflector can have any geometry, such as a bell-shaped geometry including two radii of curvature that join together at an inflection point. An optic coupler can be coupled to the reflector housing and configured to cover electrical connections at the substrate and to guide light emitted by the LED package.
Description
LIGHT EM1TT'ING DIODE RECESSED LIGHT FIXTURE
RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. 119 to U.S.
Provisional Patent Application No. 60/994,792, titled "Light Emitting Diode Downlight Can Fixture," filed September 21, 2007, U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/010,549, titled "Diverging Reflector for Light Emitting Diode or Small Light Source," filed January 9, 2008, U.S. Provisional Patent Application No.
61/065,914, titled "Dimmable LED Driver," filed February 15, 2008, and U.S.
Provisional Patent Application No. 61/090,391, titled "Light Emitting Diode Downlight Can Fixture," filed August 20, 2008. In addition, this application is related to co-pending U.S. Patent Application No. _______________________ , titled "Diverging Reflector,"
filed September 22, 2008, U.S. Patent Application No. ___________ , titled "Thermal Management for Light Emitting Diode Fixture," filed September 22, 2008, U.S.
Patent Application No. __________________________________________ , titled "Optic Coupler for Light Emitting Diode Fixture," filed September 22, 2008, and U.S. Design Patent Application No.
29/305,946, titled "LED Light Fixture," filed March 31, 2008. The complete disclosure of each of the foregoing priority and related applications is hereby fully incorporated herein by reference.
TECHNICAL FIELD
RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. 119 to U.S.
Provisional Patent Application No. 60/994,792, titled "Light Emitting Diode Downlight Can Fixture," filed September 21, 2007, U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/010,549, titled "Diverging Reflector for Light Emitting Diode or Small Light Source," filed January 9, 2008, U.S. Provisional Patent Application No.
61/065,914, titled "Dimmable LED Driver," filed February 15, 2008, and U.S.
Provisional Patent Application No. 61/090,391, titled "Light Emitting Diode Downlight Can Fixture," filed August 20, 2008. In addition, this application is related to co-pending U.S. Patent Application No. _______________________ , titled "Diverging Reflector,"
filed September 22, 2008, U.S. Patent Application No. ___________ , titled "Thermal Management for Light Emitting Diode Fixture," filed September 22, 2008, U.S.
Patent Application No. __________________________________________ , titled "Optic Coupler for Light Emitting Diode Fixture," filed September 22, 2008, and U.S. Design Patent Application No.
29/305,946, titled "LED Light Fixture," filed March 31, 2008. The complete disclosure of each of the foregoing priority and related applications is hereby fully incorporated herein by reference.
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0002] The invention relates generally to recessed luminaires, and more particularly, to a light emitting diode downlight can fixture for a recessed luminaire.
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
[0003] A luminaire is a system for producing, controlling, and/or distributing light for illumination. For example, a luminaire can include a system that outputs or distributes light into an environment, thereby allowing certain items in that environment to be visible. Luminaires are often referred to as "light fixtures".
[0004] A recessed light fixture is a light fixture that is installed in a hollow opening in a ceiling or other surface. A typical recessed light fixture includes hanger - -bars fastened to spaced-apart ceiling supports or joists. A plaster frame extends between the hanger bars and includes an aperture configured to receive a lamp housing or "can" fixture.
[0005] Traditional recessed light fixtures include a lamp socket coupled to the plaster frame and/or the can fixture. The lamp socket receives an incandescent lamp or compact fluorescent lamp ("CFL") discussed above. As is well known in the art, the traditional lamp screws into the lamp socket to complete an electrical connection between a power source and the lamp.
[0006] Increasingly, lighting manufacturers are being driven to produce energy efficient alternatives to incandescent lamps. One such alternative was the CFL
discussed above. CFLs fit in existing incandescent lamp sockets and generally use less power to emit the same amount of visible light as incandescent lamps.
However, CFLs include mercury, which complicates disposal of the CFLs and raises environmental concerns.
discussed above. CFLs fit in existing incandescent lamp sockets and generally use less power to emit the same amount of visible light as incandescent lamps.
However, CFLs include mercury, which complicates disposal of the CFLs and raises environmental concerns.
[0007] Another mercury-free alternative to incandescent lamps is the light emitting diode ("LED"). LEDs are solid state lighting devices that have higher energy efficiency and longevity than both incandescent lamps and CFLs.
However, LEDs do not fit in existing incandescent lamp sockets and generally require complex electrical and thermal management systems. Therefore, traditional recessed light = fixtures have not used LED light sources. Accordingly, a need currently exists in the art for a recessed light fixture that uses an LED light source.
= SUMMARY
However, LEDs do not fit in existing incandescent lamp sockets and generally require complex electrical and thermal management systems. Therefore, traditional recessed light = fixtures have not used LED light sources. Accordingly, a need currently exists in the art for a recessed light fixture that uses an LED light source.
= SUMMARY
[0008] The invention provides a recessed light fixture with an LED
light source. The light fixture includes a housing or "can" within which an LED
module is mounted. The LED module includes a single LED package that generates all or substantially all the light emitted by the recessed light fixture. For example, the LED
package can include one or more LEDs mounted to a common substrate. Each LED
is an LED die or LED element that is configured to be coupled to the substrate. The LEDs can be arranged in any of a number of different configurations. For example, the LEDs can be arranged in a round-shaped area having a diameter of less than two inches or a rectangular-shaped area having a length of less than two inches and a width of less than two inches.
light source. The light fixture includes a housing or "can" within which an LED
module is mounted. The LED module includes a single LED package that generates all or substantially all the light emitted by the recessed light fixture. For example, the LED
package can include one or more LEDs mounted to a common substrate. Each LED
is an LED die or LED element that is configured to be coupled to the substrate. The LEDs can be arranged in any of a number of different configurations. For example, the LEDs can be arranged in a round-shaped area having a diameter of less than two inches or a rectangular-shaped area having a length of less than two inches and a width of less than two inches.
[0009] The LED package can be thermally coupled to a heat sink configured to transfer heat from the LEDs. The heat sink can have any of a number of different configurations. For example, the heat sink can include a core member extending away from the LED package and fins extending from the core member. Each fin can include a curved, radial portion and/or a straight portion. For example, each fin can include a radial portion that extends from the core member, and a straight portion that further extends out from the radial portion. In this configuration, heat from the LEDs can be transferred along a path from the LEDs to the core member, from the core member to the radial portions of the fins, from the radial portions of the fins to their corresponding straight portions, and from the corresponding straight portions to a surrounding environment. Heat also can be transferred by convection directly from the core member and/or the fins to one or more gaps between the fins. The LED
package can be coupled directly to the core member or to another member disposed between the LED package and the core member.
package can be coupled directly to the core member or to another member disposed between the LED package and the core member.
[0010] A reflector housing can be mounted substantially around the LED
package. For example, the reflector housing can be coupled to the heat sink and/or the can. The reflector housing can be configured to receive a reflector and to serve as a secondary heat sink for the LED module. For example, the reflector housing can be at least partially composed of a conductive material for transmitting heat away from the LED package. The reflector can be composed of any material for reflecting, refracting, transmitting, or diffusing light from the LED package. For example, the reflector can comprise a specular, semi-specular, semi-diffuse, or diffuse finish, such as gloss white paint or diffuse white paint. The reflector can have any of a number of different configurations. For example, a cross-sectional profile of the reflector can have a substantially bell-shaped geometry that includes a smooth curve comprising an inflection point. Top and bottom portions of the curve are disposed on opposite sides of the inflection point. To meet a requirement of a top-down flash while also creating a smooth, blended light pattern, the bottom portion of the curve can be more diverging than the top portion of the curve.
package. For example, the reflector housing can be coupled to the heat sink and/or the can. The reflector housing can be configured to receive a reflector and to serve as a secondary heat sink for the LED module. For example, the reflector housing can be at least partially composed of a conductive material for transmitting heat away from the LED package. The reflector can be composed of any material for reflecting, refracting, transmitting, or diffusing light from the LED package. For example, the reflector can comprise a specular, semi-specular, semi-diffuse, or diffuse finish, such as gloss white paint or diffuse white paint. The reflector can have any of a number of different configurations. For example, a cross-sectional profile of the reflector can have a substantially bell-shaped geometry that includes a smooth curve comprising an inflection point. Top and bottom portions of the curve are disposed on opposite sides of the inflection point. To meet a requirement of a top-down flash while also creating a smooth, blended light pattern, the bottom portion of the curve can be more diverging than the top portion of the curve.
[0011) An optic coupler can be mounted to the reflector housing, for covering electrical connections at the substrate of the LED package and/or for guiding or reflecting light emitted by the LED package. For example, the optic coupler can include a member with a central channel that is aligned with one or more of the LEDs of the LED package such that the channel guides light emitted by the LEDs while portions of the member around the channel cover the electrical connections at the substrate of the LED package. The optic coupler can have any of a number of different geometries that may or may not correspond to a configuration of the LED
package. For example, depending on the sizes and locations of the electrical connections at the substrate, the portion of the optic coupler around the channel can have a substantially square, rectangular, rounded, conical, or frusto-conical shape.
package. For example, depending on the sizes and locations of the electrical connections at the substrate, the portion of the optic coupler around the channel can have a substantially square, rectangular, rounded, conical, or frusto-conical shape.
[0012] The LED module can be used in both new construction and retrofit applications. The reftrofit applications can include placing the LED module in an existing LED or non-LED fixture. To accommodate installation in a non-LED
fixture, the LED module can further include a member comprising a profile that substantially corresponds to an interior profile of a can of the non-LED
fixture such that the member creates a junction box between the member and a top of the can when the LED module is mounted in the can. To install the LED module, a person can electrically couple an Edison base adapter to both the existing, non-LED
fixture and the LED module. For example, a person can cut at least one wire to remove an Edison base from the existing fixture, cut at least one other wire to remove an Edison screw-in plug from the Edison base adapter, and connect together the cut wires to electrically couple the Edison base adapter and the existing fixture.
Alternatively, a person can release a socket from the existing fixture and screw the Edison base adapter into the socket to electrically couple the Edison base adapter and the existing fixture. The junction box can house the Edison base adapter and at least a portion of the wires coupled thereto.
- 4a -[0012a] According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a downlight module, comprising: at least one light emitting diode ("LED") mounted to a substrate; a heat sink thermally coupled to the substrate; a reflector housing comprising a sidewall surrounding a channel formed therein, the reflector housing being integrally formed with the heat sink;
means for mounting the heat sink and LED within a recessed light fixture housing having two slots, the means for mounting comprising two torsion springs, wherein the torsion springs are capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed light fixture housing;
and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
[0012b] According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for installing a light emitting diode ("LED") downlight module, comprising the steps of: electrically coupling an Edison base adapter to an existing recessed light fixture socket of an existing recessed light fixture and to an LED module; and mounting the LED
module within a recessed housing of the existing recessed light fixture, the recessed housing having two slots, the LED module comprising: a heat sink; a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink; at least one LED coupled to the substrate; a reflector housing comprising a sidewall and being integrally formed with the heat sink, the sidewall extending outwardly from the heat sink; two torsion springs engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing when mounting the LED module; and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
[0012c] According to still another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a recessed lighting fixture, comprising: a light emitting diode ("LED") downlight module capable of being mounted within a recessed housing having two slots, the LED
module comprising: a heat sink; a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink; at least one LED thermally coupled to the substrate; and two torsion springs capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing, wherein the at least one LED
generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
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fixture, the LED module can further include a member comprising a profile that substantially corresponds to an interior profile of a can of the non-LED
fixture such that the member creates a junction box between the member and a top of the can when the LED module is mounted in the can. To install the LED module, a person can electrically couple an Edison base adapter to both the existing, non-LED
fixture and the LED module. For example, a person can cut at least one wire to remove an Edison base from the existing fixture, cut at least one other wire to remove an Edison screw-in plug from the Edison base adapter, and connect together the cut wires to electrically couple the Edison base adapter and the existing fixture.
Alternatively, a person can release a socket from the existing fixture and screw the Edison base adapter into the socket to electrically couple the Edison base adapter and the existing fixture. The junction box can house the Edison base adapter and at least a portion of the wires coupled thereto.
- 4a -[0012a] According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a downlight module, comprising: at least one light emitting diode ("LED") mounted to a substrate; a heat sink thermally coupled to the substrate; a reflector housing comprising a sidewall surrounding a channel formed therein, the reflector housing being integrally formed with the heat sink;
means for mounting the heat sink and LED within a recessed light fixture housing having two slots, the means for mounting comprising two torsion springs, wherein the torsion springs are capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed light fixture housing;
and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
[0012b] According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for installing a light emitting diode ("LED") downlight module, comprising the steps of: electrically coupling an Edison base adapter to an existing recessed light fixture socket of an existing recessed light fixture and to an LED module; and mounting the LED
module within a recessed housing of the existing recessed light fixture, the recessed housing having two slots, the LED module comprising: a heat sink; a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink; at least one LED coupled to the substrate; a reflector housing comprising a sidewall and being integrally formed with the heat sink, the sidewall extending outwardly from the heat sink; two torsion springs engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing when mounting the LED module; and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
[0012c] According to still another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a recessed lighting fixture, comprising: a light emitting diode ("LED") downlight module capable of being mounted within a recessed housing having two slots, the LED
module comprising: a heat sink; a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink; at least one LED thermally coupled to the substrate; and two torsion springs capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing, wherein the at least one LED
generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
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[0013] These and other aspects, features and embodiments of the invention will become apparent to a person of ordinary skill in the art upon consideration of the following detailed description of illustrated embodiments exemplifying the best mode for carrying out the invention as presently perceived.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0014] For a more complete understanding of the present invention and the advantages thereof, reference is now made to the following description, in , conjunction with the accompanying figures briefly described as follows.
[0015] Figure 1 is an elevational top view of hanger bars, a plaster frame, a can, and a junction box of a recessed lighting fixture, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0016] Figure 2 is an elevational cross-sectional side view of the recessed = lighting fixture of Figure 1, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0017] Figure 3 is an elevational side view of an LED module of a recessed lighting fixture, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0018] Figure 4 is an elevational top view of the LED module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0019] Figure 5 is an elevational cross-sectional side view of the LED
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0020] Figure 6 is a perspective side view of the LED module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0021] Figure 7 is an elevational bottom view of the LED module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0022] Figure 8 is a perspective exploded side view of the LED module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0023] Figure 9 is an elevational cross-sectional top view of a heat sink of the LED module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0024] Figure 10 illustrates a thermal scan of the heat sink of the LED
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0025] Figure 11 is a perspective side view of a reflector housing of the LED
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0026] Figure 12 is a perspective side view of a reflector being inserted in the reflector housing of Figure 11, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0027] Figure 13 is a perspective side view of a trim ring aligned for installation with the reflector housing of Figure 11, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0028] Figure 14 is a flow chart diagram illustrating a method for installing the LED module of Figure 3 in an existing, non-LED fixture, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0029] Figure 15 is a perspective side view of the LED module of Figure connected to a socket of an existing, non-LED fixture via an Edison base adapter, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0030] Figure 16 is an elevational side view of the Edison base adapter of Figure 15, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0031] Figure 17 is a perspective top view of an optic coupler of the LED
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0032] Figure 18 is a perspective bottom view of the optic coupler of Figure 17, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
[0033] Figure 19 is a perspective top view of an optic coupler of the LED
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain alternative exemplary embodiments.
module of Figure 3, in accordance with certain alternative exemplary embodiments.
[0034] Figure 20 is an exaggerated depiction of a profile of the reflector, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS
[0035) The following description of exemplary embodiments refers to the attached drawings, in which like numerals indicate like elements throughout the several figures. Figure 1 is an elevational top view of hanger bars 105, a plaster frame 110, a can-shaped receptacle for housing a light source (a "can") 115, and a junction box 120 of a recessed lighting fixture 100, according to certain exemplary embodiments. Figure 2 is an elevational cross-sectional side view of the hanger bars 105, plaster frame 110, can 115, and junction box 120 of the recessed lighting fixture 100 of Figure 1, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments. With reference to Figures 1 and 2, the hanger bars 105 are configured to be mounted between spaced supports or joists (not shown) within a ceiling (not shown). For example, ends of the hanger bars 105 can be fastened to vertical faces of the supports or joists by nailing or other means. In certain exemplary embodiments, the hanger bars 105 can include integral fasteners for attaching the hanger bars 105 to the supports or joists, substantially as described in co-pending U.S. Patent Application No.
10/090,654, titled "Hanger Bar for Recessed Luminaires with Integral Nail," and U.S.
Patent Application No. 12/122,945, titled "Hanger Bar for Recessed Luminaires with Integral Nail," the complete disclosures of which are hereby fully incorporated herein by reference.
10/090,654, titled "Hanger Bar for Recessed Luminaires with Integral Nail," and U.S.
Patent Application No. 12/122,945, titled "Hanger Bar for Recessed Luminaires with Integral Nail," the complete disclosures of which are hereby fully incorporated herein by reference.
[0036] The distance between the supports or joists can vary to a considerable degree. Therefore, in certain exemplary embodiments, the hanger bars 105 can have adjustable lengths. Each hanger bar 105 includes two inter-fitting members 105a and 105b that are configured to slide in a telescoping manner to provide a desired length of the hanger bar 105. A person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure will recognize that many other suitable means exist for providing adjustable length hanger bars 105. For example, in certain alternative exemplary embodiments, one or more of the hanger bars described in U.S. Patent No.
6,105,918, titled "Single Piece Adjustable Hanger Bar for Lighting Fixtures," the complete disclosure of which is hereby fully incorporated herein, may be utilized in the lighting fixture 100 of Figure 1.
6,105,918, titled "Single Piece Adjustable Hanger Bar for Lighting Fixtures," the complete disclosure of which is hereby fully incorporated herein, may be utilized in the lighting fixture 100 of Figure 1.
[0037] The plaster frame 110 extends between the hanger bars 105 and includes a generally rectangular, flat plate 110a with upturned edges 110b.
For example, the flat plate 110a can rest on a top surface of the ceiling. The junction box 120 is mounted to a top surface 110aa of the flat plate 110a. The junction box 120 is a box-shaped metallic container that typically includes insulated wiring terminals and knock-outs for connecting external wiring (not shown) to an LED driver (not shown) disposed within the can 115 of the light fixture 100 or elsewhere within the light fixture 100.
For example, the flat plate 110a can rest on a top surface of the ceiling. The junction box 120 is mounted to a top surface 110aa of the flat plate 110a. The junction box 120 is a box-shaped metallic container that typically includes insulated wiring terminals and knock-outs for connecting external wiring (not shown) to an LED driver (not shown) disposed within the can 115 of the light fixture 100 or elsewhere within the light fixture 100.
[0038] In certain exemplary embodiments, the plaster frame 110 includes a generally circular-shaped aperture 110c sized for receiving at least a portion of the can 115 therethrough. The can 115 typically includes a substantially dome-shaped member configured to receive an LED module (not shown) that includes at least one LED light source (not shown). The aperture 110c provides an illumination pathway for the LED light source. A person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure will recognize that, in certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the aperture 110c can have another, non-circular shape that corresponds to an outer profile of the can 115.
[0039] Figures 3-8 illustrate an exemplary LED module 300 of the recessed lighting fixture 100 of Figure 1. The exemplary LED module 300 can be configured for installation within the can 115 of the lighting fixture 100 of Figure 1.
The LED
module 300 includes an LED package 305 mounted to a heat sink 310. The LED
package 305 may be mounted directly to the heat sink 310 or with one or more other components mounted in-between the LED package 305 and the heat sink 310.
The LED
module 300 includes an LED package 305 mounted to a heat sink 310. The LED
package 305 may be mounted directly to the heat sink 310 or with one or more other components mounted in-between the LED package 305 and the heat sink 310.
[0040] The LED package 305 includes one or more LEDs mounted to a common substrate 306. The substrate 306 includes one or more sheets of ceramic, metal, laminate, circuit board, mylar, or another material. Each LED includes a chip of semi-conductive material that is treated to create a positive-negative ("p-n") junction. When the LED package 305 is electrically coupled to a power source, such as a driver 315, current flows from the positive side to the negative side of each junction, causing charge carriers to release energy in the form of incoherent light.
[0041] The wavelength or color of the emitted light depends on the materials used to make the LED package 305. For example, a blue or ultraviolet LED can include gallium nitride ("GaN") or indium gallium nitride ("InGaN"), a red LED
can include aluminum gallium arsenide ("AlGaAs"), and a green LED can include aluminum gallium phosphide ("AlGaP"). Each of the LEDs in the LED package 305 can produce the same or a distinct color of light. For example, the LED
package 305 can include one or more white LED's and one or more non-white LEDs, such as red, yellow, amber, or blue LEDs, for adjusting the color temperature output of the light emitted from the fixture 100. A yellow or multi-chromatic phosphor may coat or otherwise be used in a blue or ultraviolet LED to create blue and red-shifted light that essentially matches blackbody radiation. The emitted light approximates or emulates "white," incandescent light to a human observer. In certain exemplary embodiments, the emitted light includes substantially white light that seems slightly blue, green, red, yellow, orange, or some other color or tint. In certain exemplary embodiments, the light emitted from the LEDs in the LED package 305 has a color temperature between 2500 and 5000 degrees Kelvin.
can include aluminum gallium arsenide ("AlGaAs"), and a green LED can include aluminum gallium phosphide ("AlGaP"). Each of the LEDs in the LED package 305 can produce the same or a distinct color of light. For example, the LED
package 305 can include one or more white LED's and one or more non-white LEDs, such as red, yellow, amber, or blue LEDs, for adjusting the color temperature output of the light emitted from the fixture 100. A yellow or multi-chromatic phosphor may coat or otherwise be used in a blue or ultraviolet LED to create blue and red-shifted light that essentially matches blackbody radiation. The emitted light approximates or emulates "white," incandescent light to a human observer. In certain exemplary embodiments, the emitted light includes substantially white light that seems slightly blue, green, red, yellow, orange, or some other color or tint. In certain exemplary embodiments, the light emitted from the LEDs in the LED package 305 has a color temperature between 2500 and 5000 degrees Kelvin.
[0042] In certain exemplary embodiments, an optically transmissive or clear material (not shown) encapsulates at least a portion of the LED package 305 and/or each LED therein. This encapsulating material provides environmental protection while transmitting light from the LEDs. For example, the encapsulating material can include a conformal coating, a silicone gel, a cured/curable polymer, an adhesive, or some other material known to a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure. In certain exemplary embodiments, phosphors are coated onto or dispersed in the encapsulating material for creating white light. In certain exemplary embodiments, the white light has a color temperature between 2500 and 5000 degrees Kelvin.
[0043] In certain exemplary embodiments, the LED package 305 includes one or more arrays of LEDs that are collectively configured to produce a lumen output from 1 lumen to 5000 lumens in an area having less than two inches in diameter or in an area having less than two inches in length and less than two inches in width. In = certain exemplary embodiments, the LED package 305 is a CL-L220 package, CL-L230 package, CL-L240 package, CL-L102 package, or CL-L190 package manufactured by Citizen Electronics Co., Ltd. By using a single, relatively compact LED package 305, the LED module 300 has one light source that produces a lumen output that is equivalent to a variety of lamp types, such as incandescent lamps, in a source that takes up a smaller volume within the fixture. Although illustrated in =
Figures 7 and 8 as including LEDs arranged in a substantially square geometry, a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure will recognize that the LEDs can be arranged in any geometry. For example, the LEDs can be arranged in circular or rectangular geometries in certain alternative exemplary embodiments.
Figures 7 and 8 as including LEDs arranged in a substantially square geometry, a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure will recognize that the LEDs can be arranged in any geometry. For example, the LEDs can be arranged in circular or rectangular geometries in certain alternative exemplary embodiments.
[0044) The LEDs in the LED package 305 are attached to the substrate 306 by one or more solder joints, plugs, epoxy or bonding lines, and/or other means for mounting an electrical/optical device on a surface. Similarly, the substrate 306 is mounted to a bottom surface 310a of the heat sink 310 by one or more solder joints, plugs, epoxy or bonding lines, and/or other means for mounting an electrical/optical device on a surface. For example, the substrate 306 can be mounted to the heat sink 310 by a two-part arctic silver epoxy.
[0045] The substrate 306 is electrically connected to support circuitry (not shown) and/or the driver 315 for supplying electrical power and control to the LED
package 305. For example, one or more wires (not shown) can couple opposite ends of the substrate 306 to the driver 315, thereby completing a circuit between the driver 315, substrate 306, and LEDs. In certain exemplary embodiments, the driver 315 is configured to separately control one or more portions of the LEDs to adjust light color or intensity.
package 305. For example, one or more wires (not shown) can couple opposite ends of the substrate 306 to the driver 315, thereby completing a circuit between the driver 315, substrate 306, and LEDs. In certain exemplary embodiments, the driver 315 is configured to separately control one or more portions of the LEDs to adjust light color or intensity.
[0046) As a byproduct of converting electricity into light, LEDs generate a substantial amount of heat that raises the operating temperature of the LEDs if allowed to accumulate. This can result in efficiency degradation and premature failure of the LEDs. The heat sink 310 is configured to manage heat output by the LEDs in the LED package 305. In particular, the heat sink 310 is configured to conduct heat away from the LEDs even when the lighting fixture 100 is installed in an insulated ceiling environment. The heat sink 310 is composed of any material configured to conduct and/or convect heat, such as die cast metal.
[0047] Figure 9 is an elevational cross-sectional top view of the exemplary heat sink 310. Figure 10 illustrates a thermal scan of the exemplary heat sink 310 in operation. With reference to Figures 3-10, the bottom surface 310a of the heat sink 310 includes a substantially round member 310b with a protruding center member 310c on which the LED package 305 is mounted. In certain exemplary embodiments, - 11 - =
the center member 310c includes two notches 310d that provide a pathway for wires (not shown) that extend between the driver 315 and the ends of the substrate 306. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, three or more notches 310d may be included to provide pathways for wires. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the bottom surface 310a may include only a single, relatively flat member without any protruding center member 310c.
the center member 310c includes two notches 310d that provide a pathway for wires (not shown) that extend between the driver 315 and the ends of the substrate 306. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, three or more notches 310d may be included to provide pathways for wires. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the bottom surface 310a may include only a single, relatively flat member without any protruding center member 310c.
[0048] Fins 311 extend substantially perpendicular from the bottom surface 310a, towards a top end 310e of the heat sink 310. The fins 311 are spaced around a substantially central core 905 of the heat sink 310. The core 905 is a member that is at least partially composed of a conductive material. The core 905 can have any of a number of different shapes and configurations. For example, the core 905 can be a solid or non-solid member having a substantially cylindrical or other shape.
Each fin 311 includes a curved, radial portion 311a and a substantially straight portion 31Ib.
In certain exemplary embodiments, the radial portions 311a are substantially symmetrical to one another and extend directly from the core 905. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the radial portions 311a are not symmetrical to one another. Each straight portion 311b extends from its corresponding radial portion 311a, towards an outer edge 310f of the heat sink 310, substantially along a tangent of the radial portion 311a.
Each fin 311 includes a curved, radial portion 311a and a substantially straight portion 31Ib.
In certain exemplary embodiments, the radial portions 311a are substantially symmetrical to one another and extend directly from the core 905. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the radial portions 311a are not symmetrical to one another. Each straight portion 311b extends from its corresponding radial portion 311a, towards an outer edge 310f of the heat sink 310, substantially along a tangent of the radial portion 311a.
[0049] The radius and length of the radial portion 311a and the length of the straight portion 311b can vary based on the size of the heat sink 310, the size of the LED module 300, and the heat dissipation requirements of the LED module 300.
By way of example only, one exemplary embodiment of the heat sink 310 can include fins 311 having a radial portion 311a with a radius of 1.25 inches and a length of 2 inches, and a straight portion 311b with a length of 1 inch. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, some or all of the fins 311 may not include both a radial portion 311a and a straight portion 311b. For example, the fins 311 may be entirely straight or entirely radial. In certain additional alternative exemplary embodiments, the bottom surface 3 I Oa of the heat sink 310 may not include the round member 310b.
In these embodiments, the LED package 305 is coupled directly to the core 905, rather than to the round member 310b.
By way of example only, one exemplary embodiment of the heat sink 310 can include fins 311 having a radial portion 311a with a radius of 1.25 inches and a length of 2 inches, and a straight portion 311b with a length of 1 inch. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, some or all of the fins 311 may not include both a radial portion 311a and a straight portion 311b. For example, the fins 311 may be entirely straight or entirely radial. In certain additional alternative exemplary embodiments, the bottom surface 3 I Oa of the heat sink 310 may not include the round member 310b.
In these embodiments, the LED package 305 is coupled directly to the core 905, rather than to the round member 310b.
[0050] As illustrated in Figure 10, the heat sink 310 is configured to dissipate heat from the LED package 305 along a heat-transfer path that extends from the LED
package 305, through the bottom surface 310a of the heat sink, and to the fins 311 via the core 905. The fins 311 receive the conducted heat and transfer the conducted heat to the surrounding environment (typically air in the can 115 of the lighting fixture 100) via convection. For example, heat from the LEDs can be transferred along a path from the LED package 305 to the core 905, from the core 905 to the radial portions 311a of the fins 311, from the radial portions 311a of the fins 311 to their corresponding straight portions 311b, and from the corresponding straight portions 311b to a surrounding environment. Heat also can be transferred by convection directly from the core 905 and/or the fins 311 to one or more gaps between the fins 311.
package 305, through the bottom surface 310a of the heat sink, and to the fins 311 via the core 905. The fins 311 receive the conducted heat and transfer the conducted heat to the surrounding environment (typically air in the can 115 of the lighting fixture 100) via convection. For example, heat from the LEDs can be transferred along a path from the LED package 305 to the core 905, from the core 905 to the radial portions 311a of the fins 311, from the radial portions 311a of the fins 311 to their corresponding straight portions 311b, and from the corresponding straight portions 311b to a surrounding environment. Heat also can be transferred by convection directly from the core 905 and/or the fins 311 to one or more gaps between the fins 311.
[0051] In certain exemplary embodiments, a reflector housing 320 is coupled to the bottom surface 310a of the heat sink 310. A person of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that the reflector housing 320 can be coupled to another portion of the LED module 300 or the lighting fixture 100 in certain alternative exemplary embodiments. Figure 11 illustrates the exemplary reflector housing 320. With reference to Figures 3-8 and 11, the reflector housing 320 includes a substantially round member 320a having a top end 320b and a bottom end 320c. Each end 320b and 320c includes an aperture 320ba and 320ca, respectively. A channel 320d extends through the reflector housing 320 and connects the apertures 320ba and 320ca.
[0052] The top end 320b includes a substantially round top surface 320bb disposed around at least a portion of the channel 320d. The top surface 320bb includes one or more holes 320bc capable of receiving fasteners that secure the reflector housing 320 to the heat sink 310. Each fastener includes a screw, nail, snap, clip, pin, or other fastening device known to a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the reflector housing 320 does not include the holes 320bc. In those embodiments, the reflector housing 320 is formed integrally with the heat sink 310 or is secured to the heat sink 310 via means, such as glue or adhesive, that do not require holes for fastening. In certain exemplary embodiments, the reflector housing 320 is configured to act as a secondary heat sink for conducting heat away from the LEDs.
For example, the reflector housing 320 can assist with heat dissipation by convecting cool air from the bottom of the light fixture 100 towards the LED package 305 via one or more ridges 321.
For example, the reflector housing 320 can assist with heat dissipation by convecting cool air from the bottom of the light fixture 100 towards the LED package 305 via one or more ridges 321.
[0053] The reflector housing 320 is configured to receive a reflector (Fig. 12) composed of a material for reflecting, refracting, transmitting, or diffusing light emitted by the LED package 305. The term "reflector" is used herein to refer to any material configured to serve as an optic in a light fixture, including any material configured to reflect, refract, transmit, or diffuse light. Figure 12 is a perspective side view of the exemplary reflector 1205 being inserted in the channel 320d of the reflector housing 320, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments. With reference to Figures 3-8, 11, and 12, when the reflector 1205 is installed in the reflector housing 320, outer side surfaces 1205a of the reflector 1205 are disposed along corresponding interior surfaces 320e of the reflector housing 320. In certain exemplary embodiments, a top end 1205b of the reflector 1205 abuts an edge surface 330a of an optic coupler 330, which is mounted to a bottom edge 310a of the top surface 320bb. The reflector 1205 is described in more detail below with reference to Figure 20. The optic coupler 330 includes a member configured to cover the electrical connections at the substrate 306, to allow a geometric tolerance between the LED package 305 and the reflector 1205, and to guide light emitted by the LED
package 305. The optic coupler 330 and/or a material applied to the optic coupler 330 can be optically refractive, reflective, transmissive, specular, semi-specular, or diffuse. The optic coupler 330 is described in more detail below with reference to Figures 17-19.
package 305. The optic coupler 330 and/or a material applied to the optic coupler 330 can be optically refractive, reflective, transmissive, specular, semi-specular, or diffuse. The optic coupler 330 is described in more detail below with reference to Figures 17-19.
[0054] The bottom end 320c of the reflector housing 320 includes a bottom surface 320ca that extends away from the channel 320d, forming a substantially annular ring around the channel 320d. The surface 320ca includes slots 320cb that are each configured to receive a corresponding tab 1305a from a trim ring 1305 (Fig.
13). Figure 13 illustrates a portion of the trim ring 1305 aligned for installation with the reflector housing 320. With reference to Figures 3-8 and 11-13, proximate each slot 320cb, the surface 320ca includes a ramped surface 320cc that enables installation of the trim ring 1305 on the reflector housing 320 via a twisting maneuver. Specifically, the trim ring 1305 can be installed on the reflector housing 320 by aligning each tab 1305a with its corresponding slot 320cb and twisting the trim ring 1305 relative to the reflector housing 320 so that each tab 1305a travels up its corresponding ramped surface 320cc to a higher position along the bottom surface 320ca. Each ramped surface 320cc has a height that slowly rises along the perimeter of the housing 320.
13). Figure 13 illustrates a portion of the trim ring 1305 aligned for installation with the reflector housing 320. With reference to Figures 3-8 and 11-13, proximate each slot 320cb, the surface 320ca includes a ramped surface 320cc that enables installation of the trim ring 1305 on the reflector housing 320 via a twisting maneuver. Specifically, the trim ring 1305 can be installed on the reflector housing 320 by aligning each tab 1305a with its corresponding slot 320cb and twisting the trim ring 1305 relative to the reflector housing 320 so that each tab 1305a travels up its corresponding ramped surface 320cc to a higher position along the bottom surface 320ca. Each ramped surface 320cc has a height that slowly rises along the perimeter of the housing 320.
[0055] The trim ring 1305 provides an aesthetically pleasing frame for the lighting fixture 100. The trim ring 1305 may have any of a number of colors, shapes, textures, and configurations. For example, the trim ring 1305 may be white, black, metallic, or another color and may also have a thin profile, a thick profile, or a medium profile. The trim ring 1305 retains the reflector 1205 within the reflector housing 320. In particular, when the reflector 1205 and trim ring 1305 are installed in the light fixture 100, at least a portion of a bottom end 1205b of the reflector 1205 rests on a top surface 1305b of the trim ring 1305.
[0056] Referring now to Figures 3-8, a bracket 325 couples torsion springs 340 to opposite side surfaces 310f of the heat sink 310. The bracket 325 includes a top member 325a and opposing, elongated side members 325b that extend substantially perpendicularly from the top member 325a, towards the bottom end 320c of the reflector housing 320c. The bracket 325 is coupled to the heat sink 310 via one or more screws, nails, snaps, clips, pins, and/or other fastening devices known to a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure.
[0057] Each side member 325b includes an aperture 325c configured to receive a rivet 325d or other fastening device for mounting one of the torsion springs 340 to the heat sink 310. Each torsion spring 340 includes opposing bracket ends 340a that are inserted inside corresponding slots (not shown) in the can 115 of the light fixture 100. To install the LED module 300 in the can 115, the bracket ends 340a are squeezed together, the LED module 300 is slid into the can 115, and the bracket ends 340a are aligned with the slots and then released such that the bracket ends 340a enter the slots.
[0058] A mounting bracket 335 is coupled to the top member 325a and/or the top end of heat sink 310 via one or more screws, nails, snaps, clips, pins, and/or other fastening devices known to a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure. The mounting bracket 335 includes a substantially round top member 335a and protruding side members 335b that extend substantially perpendicular from the top member 335a, towards the bottom end 320c of the reflector housing 320. In certain exemplary embodiments, the mounting bracket has a profile that substantially corresponds to an interior profile of the can 115. This profile allows the mounting bracket 335 to create a junction box (or "j-box") in the can 115 when the LED module 300 is installed in the light fixture 100. In particular, as described in more detail below with reference to Figure 14, electrical junctions between the light fixture 100 and the electrical system (not shown) at the installation site may be disposed within the substantially enclosed space between the mounting bracket 335 and the top of the can 115 (the junction box), when the LED module is installed.
[0059] In certain exemplary embodiments, the driver 315 and an Edison base socket bracket 345 are mounted to a top surface 350c of the top member 350a of the mounting bracket 335. Alternatively, the driver 315 can be disposed in another location in or remote from the light fixture 100. As set forth above, the driver 315 supplies electrical power and control to the LED package 305. As described in more detail below with reference to Figures 14-16, the Edison base socket bracket 345 is a bracket that is configured to receive an Edison base socket 1505 (Figs. 15-16) and an Edison base adapter 1520 (Figs. 15-16) in a retrofit installation of the LED
module 300 in an existing, non-LED fixture. This bracket 345 allows the LED module 300 to be installed in both new construction and retrofit applications. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the bracket 345 may be removed for a new construction installation.
module 300 in an existing, non-LED fixture. This bracket 345 allows the LED module 300 to be installed in both new construction and retrofit applications. In certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the bracket 345 may be removed for a new construction installation.
[0060] Figure 14 is a flow chart diagram illustrating a method 1400 for installing the LED module 300 in an existing, non-LED fixture, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments. Figures 15 and 16 are views of an exemplary Edison base adapter 1520 and of the LED module being 300 connected to an Edison base socket 1505 of the existing, non-LED fixture via the Edison base adapter 1520.
The exemplary method 1400 is illustrative and, in alternative embodiments of the invention, certain steps can be performed in a different order, in parallel with one another, or omitted entirely, and/or certain additional steps can be performed without deputing from the scope and spirit of the invention. The method 1400 is described below with reference to Figures 3-8 and 14-16.
The exemplary method 1400 is illustrative and, in alternative embodiments of the invention, certain steps can be performed in a different order, in parallel with one another, or omitted entirely, and/or certain additional steps can be performed without deputing from the scope and spirit of the invention. The method 1400 is described below with reference to Figures 3-8 and 14-16.
[0061] In step 1410, an inquiry is conducted to determine whether the installation of the LED module 300 in the existing fixture will be compliant with Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, titled "The Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential and Nonresidential Buildings," dated October 1, 2005. Title 24 compliant installations require removal of the Edison base socket 1505 in the existing fixture.
An installation that does not need to be Title 24 compliant does not require removal of the Edison base socket 1505.
An installation that does not need to be Title 24 compliant does not require removal of the Edison base socket 1505.
[0062] If the installation will not be Title 24 compliant, then the "no"
branch is followed to step 1415. In step 1415, the Edison base socket 1505 from the existing fixture is released. For example, a person can release the Edison base socket 1505 by removing the socket 1505 from a plate of the existing fixture. In step 1420, the person screws the Edison base adapter 1520 into the Edison base socket 1505.
The Edison base adapter 1520 electrically couples the driver 315 of the LED module to the power source of the existing fixture via the socket 1505 of the existing fixture andJor via wires connected to the socket 1505, as described below, with reference to steps 1455-1460.
branch is followed to step 1415. In step 1415, the Edison base socket 1505 from the existing fixture is released. For example, a person can release the Edison base socket 1505 by removing the socket 1505 from a plate of the existing fixture. In step 1420, the person screws the Edison base adapter 1520 into the Edison base socket 1505.
The Edison base adapter 1520 electrically couples the driver 315 of the LED module to the power source of the existing fixture via the socket 1505 of the existing fixture andJor via wires connected to the socket 1505, as described below, with reference to steps 1455-1460.
[0063] In step 1425, the person plugs wiring 1530 from the LED module into the Edison base adapter 1520. For example, the person can plug one or more quick-connect or plug connectors 350 from the driver 315 into the Edison base adapter 1520. Alternatively, the person may connect wires without connectors from the driver to the Edison base adapter 1520. In step 1430, the person mounts the Edison base adapter 1520 and the socket 1505 to the mounting bracket 335 on the LED module 300. For example, the person can snap, slide, or twist the Edison base adapter 1520 and socket 1505 onto the Edison base socket bracket 345 on the mounting bracket 335, and/or the person can use one or more screws, nails, snaps, clips, pins, and/or other fastening devices to mount the Edison base adapter 1520 and socket 1505 to the Edison base socket bracket 345 and/or mounting bracket 335.
[0064] In step 1435, the person squeezes the torsion springs 340 so that the bracket ends 340a of each torsion spring 340 move towards one another. The person slides the LED module 300 into a can 115 of the existing light fixture, aligns the bracket ends 340a with slots in the can 115, and releases the bracket ends 340a to install the bracket ends 340a within the can 115, in step 1440. In step 1445, the person routes any exposed wires (not shown) into the existing fixture and pushes the LED module 300 flush to a ceiling surface.
[0065] Returning to step 1410, if the installation will be Title 24 compliant, then the "yes" branch is followed to step 1450, where the person cuts wires in the existing fixture to remove the Edison base, including the Edison base socket 1505, from the existing fixture. In step 1455, the person cuts wires 1520a on the Edison base adapter 1520 to remove an Edison screw-in plug 1520b on the adapter 1520.
The person connects the wires 1520a from the Edison base adapter 1520 to wires (not shown) in the existing fixture, and plugs wiring 1530 from the LED module 300 into a connector 1520c on the adapter 1520, in step 1460. These connections complete an electrical circuit between a power source at the installation site, the Edison base adapter 1520, and the LED module 300, without using an Edison base socket 1505.
In step 1465, the person mounts the Edison base adapter 1520 to the mounting bracket 335 on the LED module 300, substantially as described above in connection with step 1430.
The person connects the wires 1520a from the Edison base adapter 1520 to wires (not shown) in the existing fixture, and plugs wiring 1530 from the LED module 300 into a connector 1520c on the adapter 1520, in step 1460. These connections complete an electrical circuit between a power source at the installation site, the Edison base adapter 1520, and the LED module 300, without using an Edison base socket 1505.
In step 1465, the person mounts the Edison base adapter 1520 to the mounting bracket 335 on the LED module 300, substantially as described above in connection with step 1430.
[0066] As set forth above, the mounting bracket 335 has a profile that substantially corresponds to an interior profile of the can 115. This profile allows the mounting bracket 335 to create a junction box (or 1-box") in the can 115 when the LED module 300 is installed in the light fixture 100 by substantially enclosing the space between the mounting bracket 335 and the top of the can 115. In particular, the electrical junctions between the wires 1530, the driver 315, the Edison base adapter 1520, and, depending on whether the installation is Title 24 compliant, the socket 1505, may be disposed within the substantially enclosed space between the mounting bracket 335 and the top of the can 115 when the LED module 300 is installed.
[0067] Figures 17 and 18 are views of the optic coupler 330 of the LED
module 300, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments. With reference to Figures 17 and 18, the optic coupler 330 includes a refractive, reflective, transmissive, specular, semi-specular, or diffuse member that covers the electrical connections at the substrate 306, to allow a geometric tolerance between the reflector 1205 and the LEDs in the LED package 305, and to guide light emitted by the LEDs.
module 300, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments. With reference to Figures 17 and 18, the optic coupler 330 includes a refractive, reflective, transmissive, specular, semi-specular, or diffuse member that covers the electrical connections at the substrate 306, to allow a geometric tolerance between the reflector 1205 and the LEDs in the LED package 305, and to guide light emitted by the LEDs.
[0068] In certain exemplary embodiments, the optic coupler 330 includes a center member 330b having a top surface 330ba and a bottom surface 330bb. Each surface 330ba and 330bb includes an aperture 330ca and 330cb, respectively.
The apertures 330ca and 330cb are parallel to one another and are substantially centrally =
disposed in the center member 330b. A side member 330bc defines a channel 330d that extends through the center member 330b and connects the apertures 330ca and 330cb. In certain exemplary embodiments, the side member 330bc extends out in a substantially perpendicular direction from the top surface 330ba.
Alternatively, the side member 330bc can be angled in a conical, semi-conical, or pyramidal fashion.
The apertures 330ca and 330cb are parallel to one another and are substantially centrally =
disposed in the center member 330b. A side member 330bc defines a channel 330d that extends through the center member 330b and connects the apertures 330ca and 330cb. In certain exemplary embodiments, the side member 330bc extends out in a substantially perpendicular direction from the top surface 330ba.
Alternatively, the side member 330bc can be angled in a conical, semi-conical, or pyramidal fashion.
[0069] When the optic coupler 330 is installed in the LED module 300, the apertures 330ca and 330cb are aligned with the LEDs of the LED package 305 so that all of the LEDs are visible through the channel 330d. In certain exemplary embodiments, the geometry of the side member 330bc and/or one or both of the apertures 330ca and 330cb substantially corresponds to the geometry of the LEDs.
For example, if the LEDs are arranged in a substantially square geometry, as shown in Figures 7 and 8, the side member 330bc and the apertures 330ca and 330cb can have substantially square geometries, as shown in Figures 17 and 18. Similarly, if the LEDs are arranged in a substantially round geometry, the side member 330bc and/or one or both of the apertures 330ca and 330cb can have a substantially round geometry. In certain exemplary embodiments, the optic coupler 330d is configured to guide light emitted by the LED package 305. For example, the emitted light can travel through the channel 330d and be reflected, refracted, diffused, and/or transmitted by the side member 330bc and/or the bottom surface 330bb of the center member 330b.
For example, if the LEDs are arranged in a substantially square geometry, as shown in Figures 7 and 8, the side member 330bc and the apertures 330ca and 330cb can have substantially square geometries, as shown in Figures 17 and 18. Similarly, if the LEDs are arranged in a substantially round geometry, the side member 330bc and/or one or both of the apertures 330ca and 330cb can have a substantially round geometry. In certain exemplary embodiments, the optic coupler 330d is configured to guide light emitted by the LED package 305. For example, the emitted light can travel through the channel 330d and be reflected, refracted, diffused, and/or transmitted by the side member 330bc and/or the bottom surface 330bb of the center member 330b.
[0070] A side wall member 330e extends substantially perpendicularly from the top surface 330ba of the optic coupler 330. The side wall member 330e connects the center member 330b and an edge member 330f that includes the edge surface 330a of the optic coupler 330. The side wall member 330e has a substantially round geometry that defines a ring around the center member 330b. The edge member 330f extends substantially perpendicularly from a top end 330ea of the side wall member 330e. The edge member 330f is substantially parallel to the center member 330b.
[0071] The side wall member 330e and center member 330b define an interior region 330g of the optic coupler 330. The interior region 330g includes a space around the aperture 330ca that is configured to house the electrical connections at the substrate 306. In particular, when the optic coupler 330 is installed within the LED
module 300, the optic coupler 330 covers the electrical connections on the substrate 306 by housing at least a portion of the connections in the interior region 330g. Thus, the electrical connections are not visible when the LED module 300 is installed.
module 300, the optic coupler 330 covers the electrical connections on the substrate 306 by housing at least a portion of the connections in the interior region 330g. Thus, the electrical connections are not visible when the LED module 300 is installed.
[0072] Figure 19 is a perspective top view of an optic coupler 1900 of the LED module 300, in accordance with certain alternative exemplary embodiments.
The optic coupler 1900 is substantially similar to the optic coupler 330, except that the optic coupler 1900 has a wider edge member 1900f and a narrower center member 1900b that has a substantially conical or frusto-conical geometry. In particular, a bottom surface 1900ba of the center member 1900b has a larger radius than a top surface 1900bb of the center member I 900b. Each surface 1900ba and 1900bb includes an aperture 1900ca and 1900cb, respectively, that connects a channel 1900d extending through the center member 1900b. The bottom surface 1900ba has a substantially angled profile that bows outward from the channel 1900d, defining the substantially conical or frusto-conical geometry of the center member 1900b.
In certain exemplary embodiments, the geometry of the center member 1900b can reduce undesirable shadowing from the optic coupler 1900. In particular, the center member 1900b does not include sharp angled edges that could obstruct light from the LED package 305.
The optic coupler 1900 is substantially similar to the optic coupler 330, except that the optic coupler 1900 has a wider edge member 1900f and a narrower center member 1900b that has a substantially conical or frusto-conical geometry. In particular, a bottom surface 1900ba of the center member 1900b has a larger radius than a top surface 1900bb of the center member I 900b. Each surface 1900ba and 1900bb includes an aperture 1900ca and 1900cb, respectively, that connects a channel 1900d extending through the center member 1900b. The bottom surface 1900ba has a substantially angled profile that bows outward from the channel 1900d, defining the substantially conical or frusto-conical geometry of the center member 1900b.
In certain exemplary embodiments, the geometry of the center member 1900b can reduce undesirable shadowing from the optic coupler 1900. In particular, the center member 1900b does not include sharp angled edges that could obstruct light from the LED package 305.
[0073] Although Figures 17-18 and 19 illustrate center members 330b and 1900b with square and conical geometries, respectively, a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure will recognize that the center members 330b and 1900b can include any geometry. For example, in certain alternative exemplary embodiments, the optic coupler 300 or 1900 can include a center member that incorporates a hemispherical or cylindrical geometry.
[0074] Figure 20 is an exaggerated depiction of a cross-sectional profile of the reflector 1205, in accordance with certain exemplary embodiments. The profile includes a first region 2005 at the top of the reflector 1205 and a second region 2010 at the bottom of the reflector 1205. The second region 2010 is more diverging than the first region 2005. The regions 2005 and 2010 define a curve that resembles the shape of a side of a bell.
[0075] As is well known to a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure, reflectors within a downlight need to create a specific light pattern that is pleasing to the eye, taking into account human visual perception. Most visually appealing downlights are designed such that the reflected image of the source light begins at the top of the reflector and works its way downward as an observer walks toward the fixture. This effect is sometimes referred to as "top down flash." It is generally accepted that people prefer light distributions that are more or less uniform, with smooth rather than abrupt gradients.
Abrupt gradients are perceived as bright or dark bands in the light pattern.
Abrupt gradients are perceived as bright or dark bands in the light pattern.
[0076] Traditional reflector designs for downlights with large sources, such as incandescent or compact fluorescent lamps, are fairly straightforward. A
parabolic or nearly parabolic section created from the edge rays or tangents from the light source will create a top down flash with the widest distribution possible with given perception constraints. With respect to the light pattern on a nearby surface, such as a floor, the light pattern is generally smooth due to the fact that the large source is reflected into a large, angular zone.
parabolic or nearly parabolic section created from the edge rays or tangents from the light source will create a top down flash with the widest distribution possible with given perception constraints. With respect to the light pattern on a nearby surface, such as a floor, the light pattern is generally smooth due to the fact that the large source is reflected into a large, angular zone.
[0077] Designing a reflector for a small light source, such as an LED, is not as straightforward. In particular, it has traditionally been difficult to create a smooth light pattern when using an LED source. The reflector for a small source downlight, such as an LED downlight 100, needs to be more diverging than is typical with downlights having larger sources. The reflected portion of the light, nearest nadir, or the point directly below the light fixture, is the most critical area for a small source downlight. If the transition between the reflector image and the bare source alone is abrupt in the downlight, a bright or dark ring will be perceived in the light pattern.
[0078] To compensate, the reflector 1205 of the present invention becomes radically diverging near this zone to better blend the transition area. In particular, the bell-shape of the profile of the reflector 1205 defines at least one smooth curve with a substantially centrally disposed inflection point. A top portion of the curve (the first region 2005), reflects light in a more concentrated manner to achieve desired light at higher angles. For example, the top portion of the curve can reflect light near the top of the reflector 1205 starting at about 50 degrees. A bottom portion of the curve (the second region 2010) is more diverging than the top portion and reflects light over a large angular zone (down to zero degrees), blending out what would otherwise be a hard visible line in the light pattern. This shape has been show to meet the requirement of a top-down flash while also creating a smooth, blended light pattern in the LED downlight fixture 100. Although particularly useful for LED
downlights, a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure will recognize that the design of the reflector 1205 may be used in any type of fixture, whether LED-based or not.
downlights, a person of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the present disclosure will recognize that the design of the reflector 1205 may be used in any type of fixture, whether LED-based or not.
[0079] The precise shape of the reflector 1205 can depend on a variety of factors, including the size and shape of the light source, the size and shape of the aperture opening, and the desired photometric distribution. In certain exemplary embodiments, the shape of the reflector 1205 can be determined by defining a number of vertices and drawing a spline through the vertices, thereby creating a smooth, continuous curve that extends through the vertices. Although it might be possible to approximate this curve with an equation, the equation would change depending on a given set of variables. In one exemplary reflector 1205, the vertices of the spline were determined in a trial and error methodology with optical analysis software to achieve a desired photometric distribution. The variables set at the onset of the design were: the diameter of the aperture (5 inches), the viewing angle an observer can first see the light source or interior of the optical coupler through the aperture as measured from nadir, directly below the fixture (50 degrees), and the cutoff angle of the reflected light from the reflector as measured from nadir, directly below the fixture (50 degrees).
[0080] Although specific embodiments of the invention have been described above in detail, the description is merely for purposes of illustration. It should be appreciated, therefore, that many aspects of the invention were described above by way of example only and are not intended as required or essential elements of the invention unless explicitly stated otherwise. Various modifications of, and equivalent steps corresponding to, the disclosed aspects of the exemplary embodiments, in addition to those described above, can be made by a person of ordinary skill in the art, having the benefit of this disclosure, without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention defined in the following claims, the scope of which is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass such modifications and equivalent structures.
Claims (39)
1. A downlight module, comprising:
at least one light emitting diode ("LED") mounted to a substrate;
a heat sink thermally coupled to the substrate;
a reflector housing comprising a sidewall surrounding a channel formed therein, the reflector housing being integrally formed with the heat sink;
means for mounting the heat sink and LED within a recessed light fixture housing having two slots, the means for mounting comprising two torsion springs, wherein the torsion springs are capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed light fixture housing;
and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
at least one light emitting diode ("LED") mounted to a substrate;
a heat sink thermally coupled to the substrate;
a reflector housing comprising a sidewall surrounding a channel formed therein, the reflector housing being integrally formed with the heat sink;
means for mounting the heat sink and LED within a recessed light fixture housing having two slots, the means for mounting comprising two torsion springs, wherein the torsion springs are capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed light fixture housing;
and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
2. The downlight module of claim 1, wherein the at least one LED includes a plurality of LEDs that are arranged in an area having one of (a) a diameter of less than two inches, and (b) a length of less than two inches and a width of less than two inches.
3. The downlight module of claim 1, wherein the heat sink comprises at least one fin, and at least a portion of the heat from the at least one LED is dissipated between at least a portion of the at least one fin.
4. The downlight module of claim 3, wherein at least a portion of the heat from the at least one LED is dissipated along a path from the at least one LED to a radial portion of the at least one fin, the path extending from the at least one LED to a core member disposed substantially between the at least one LED and the radial portion and from the core member to the radial portion.
5. The downlight module of claim 1, wherein the heat sink, the substrate, and the at least one LED are mounted within a housing of the recessed lighting fixture, and wherein the downlight module further comprises:
a member coupled to the heat sink and having a profile that substantially corresponds to an interior profile of the housing such that the member creates a junction box in the housing when the member is mounted in the housing.
a member coupled to the heat sink and having a profile that substantially corresponds to an interior profile of the housing such that the member creates a junction box in the housing when the member is mounted in the housing.
6. The downlight module of claim 5, wherein the heat sink comprises a first end and a second end opposite the first end, and wherein the substrate is coupled to the first end, and the member is coupled to the second end.
7. The downlight module of claim 5, wherein the member has a first side facing the heat sink and a second side opposite the first side, and wherein the downlight module further comprises a bracket coupled to the second side of the member and configured to receive an Edison base adapter and an Edison base socket.
8. The downlight module of claim 1, further comprising a member positioned about at least a portion of the at least one LED and configured to:
cover at least one electrical connection at the substrate.
cover at least one electrical connection at the substrate.
9. The downlight module of claim 8, wherein the member comprises a segment that defines a channel through which light emitted by the at least one LED is partially reflected.
10. The downlight module of claim 9, wherein the segment has a substantially rectangular shape.
11 . The downlight module of claim 9, wherein the segment has a substantially frusto-conical shape.
12. The downlight module of claim 1, wherein the sidewall of the reflector housing surrounds the at least one LED.
13. The downlight module of claim 12, further comprising a reflector disposed at least partially around the at least one LED and at least partially within the reflector housing, the reflector housing surrounding at least a portion of the reflector.
14. The downlight module of claim 13, wherein a cross-sectional profile of a side of the reflector comprising a substantially smooth curve with ends disposed on opposite sides of an inflection point.
15. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 1, wherein the at least one LED
emits light having a color temperature between 2500 degrees Kelvin and 5000 degrees Kelvin.
emits light having a color temperature between 2500 degrees Kelvin and 5000 degrees Kelvin.
16. The downlight module of claim 15, wherein the at least one LED
comprises at least one white LED and at least one non-white LED.
comprises at least one white LED and at least one non-white LED.
17. A method for installing a light emitting diode ("LED") downlight module, comprising the steps of:
electrically coupling an Edison base adapter to an existing recessed light fixture socket of an existing recessed light fixture and to an LED module; and mounting the LED module within a recessed housing of the existing recessed light fixture, the recessed housing having two slots, the LED module comprising:
a heat sink;
a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink;
at least one LED coupled to the substrate;
a reflector housing comprising a sidewall and being integrally formed with the heat sink, the sidewall extending outwardly from the heat sink;
two torsion springs engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing when mounting the LED module; and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
electrically coupling an Edison base adapter to an existing recessed light fixture socket of an existing recessed light fixture and to an LED module; and mounting the LED module within a recessed housing of the existing recessed light fixture, the recessed housing having two slots, the LED module comprising:
a heat sink;
a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink;
at least one LED coupled to the substrate;
a reflector housing comprising a sidewall and being integrally formed with the heat sink, the sidewall extending outwardly from the heat sink;
two torsion springs engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing when mounting the LED module; and a trim ring coupled to the reflector housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
18. The method of claim 17, wherein the existing recessed light fixture is an incandescent light fixture.
19. The method of claim 17, wherein the step of electrically coupling the Edison base adapter comprises the steps of:
screwing the Edison base adapter into the socket of the existing recessed light fixture; and electrically coupling the LED module to the Edison base adapter.
screwing the Edison base adapter into the socket of the existing recessed light fixture; and electrically coupling the LED module to the Edison base adapter.
20. A recessed lighting fixture, comprising:
a light emitting diode ("LED") downlight module capable of being mounted within a recessed housing having two slots, the LED module comprising:
a heat sink;
a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink;
at least one LED thermally coupled to the substrate; and two torsion springs capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
a light emitting diode ("LED") downlight module capable of being mounted within a recessed housing having two slots, the LED module comprising:
a heat sink;
a substrate coupled to a bottom surface of the heat sink;
at least one LED thermally coupled to the substrate; and two torsion springs capable of engaging a respective slot of the recessed housing, wherein the at least one LED generates substantially all of the light emitted by the recessed lighting fixture.
21. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, further comprising a removeable trim ring disposed below the heat sink.
22. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, further comprising a member positioned about at least a portion of the substrate and covering at least one electrical connection at the substrate.
23. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein a first torsion spring is located 180 degrees from a second torsion spring.
24. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein the heat sink comprises at least one fin.
25. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein the LEDs are arranged in an area having one of (a) a diameter of less than two inches, and (b) a length of less than two inches and a width of less than two inches.
26. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein the at least one LED
is coupled to a common substrate, and wherein the LED module further comprises:
a reflector housing comprising a first aperture, a second aperture, and a channel extending between the first aperture and the second aperture, wherein light is transmitted through the channel and the first aperture is disposed substantially around at least a portion of the at least one LED, the reflector housing being integrally formed with the heat sink and extending outwardly from the bottom surface of the heat sink.
is coupled to a common substrate, and wherein the LED module further comprises:
a reflector housing comprising a first aperture, a second aperture, and a channel extending between the first aperture and the second aperture, wherein light is transmitted through the channel and the first aperture is disposed substantially around at least a portion of the at least one LED, the reflector housing being integrally formed with the heat sink and extending outwardly from the bottom surface of the heat sink.
27. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 26, wherein the trim ring is coupled to a bottom end of the reflector housing.
28. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein the at least one LED
is substantially centrally positioned along a horizontal plane within the housing.
is substantially centrally positioned along a horizontal plane within the housing.
29. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein the at least one LED
comprises at least one white LED and at least one non-white LED.
comprises at least one white LED and at least one non-white LED.
30. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein the at least one LED
emits light having a color temperature between 2500 degrees Kelvin and 5000 degrees Kelvin.
emits light having a color temperature between 2500 degrees Kelvin and 5000 degrees Kelvin.
31. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, further comprising a first drive circuit configured to supply a first drive current to at least a first portion of the at least one LEDs.
32. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 31, wherein the first drive circuit is adjustable so as to adjust a level of the first drive current to the first portion of the at least one LED, to vary a brightness of the LEDs.
33. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 32, further comprising a second drive circuit configured to supply a second drive current to at least a second portion of the at least one LED, wherein the second portion of the at least one LED comprises at least one non-white LED.
34. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 33, wherein the non-white LED is a red LED.
35. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 33, wherein the non-white LED is a blue LED.
36. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 33, wherein the non-white LED is a amber LED.
37. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 33, wherein the non-white LED is a green LED.
38. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 33, wherein the non-white LED is a yellow LED.
39. The recessed lighting fixture of claim 20, wherein the at least one LED
comprises at least one white LED and at least one non-white LED.
comprises at least one white LED and at least one non-white LED.
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