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CPC Definition - Subclass F21V

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F21V
FUNCTIONAL FEATURES OR DETAILS OF LIGHTING DEVICES OR SYSTEMS THEREOF; STRUCTURAL COMBINATIONS OF LIGHTING DEVICES WITH OTHER ARTICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
Definition statement

This place covers:

Functional features or details of lighting devices or systems of lighting devices, for example:

Aspects related to light emission or distribution:

  • Reflectors, refractors, light filters, shades, globes, bowls, cover glasses, or other screens, and fastening thereof
  • Use of light guides
  • Producing or changing characteristics or distribution of the light

Aspects not related to light emission or distribution, e.g. fittings:

  • Protecting, supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices
  • Arrangements of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
  • Fastening of light sources or lamp holders
  • Safety devices or cable stowing arrangements structurally associated with lighting devices
  • Cooling or heating arrangements
  • Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements

Lighting devices combined with articles having a primary function unrelated to lighting that are not otherwise provided for.

References
Application-oriented references

Examples of places where the subject matter of this place is covered when specially adapted, used for a particular purpose, or incorporated in a larger system:

Arrangements of signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits thereof for vehicles in general

B60Q

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Storing cable in general

B65H 75/00

Luminescent materials per se

C09K 11/00

Candles

C11C 5/00

Stands for supporting apparatus or articles in general

F16M 11/00

Safety devices in general

F16P

Incandescent bodies heated by combustion. e.g. mantles

F21H

Non-electric light sources using luminescence

F21K 2/00

Light sources using electrochemiluminescence

F21K 2/08

Light sources using charges of combustible material, e.g. illuminating flash devices

F21K 5/00

Light sources using semiconductor devices as light generating elements, e.g. using light-emitting diodes [LED] or lasers

F21K 9/00

Light sources not otherwise provided for

F21K 99/00

Burners

F23D

Optical elements or systems in general

G02B

Light guides per se, structural details of arrangements of light guides with other optical elements

G02B 6/00

Details of light guides adapted for lighting devices or systems

G02B 6/0001

Electric discharge tubes or discharge lamps

H01J

Electric incandescent lamps

H01K

Masers, lasers

H01S

Electric protective circuit arrangements per se

H02H 7/00

Electric arc lamps

H05B 31/00

Electroluminescent light sources

H05B 33/00

Electric light sources using a combination of different types of light generation

H05B 35/00

Circuit arrangements for light sources

H05B 46/00, H05B 47/00

Semiconductor devices specially adapted for light emission

H10H 20/00

Organic semiconductor devices specially adapted for light emission

H10K 50/00

Special rules of classification

Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles are classified in F21V 33/00, unless specifically provided for elsewhere in this subclass or elsewhere in the CPC.

Details of non-electric lighting devices or systems are classified in groups F21V 35/00 - F21V 37/02 only if a special adaptation related to the use of a non-electric light source is of interest. If there is no such special adaption, classification is made in a relevant general place, e.g. in F21V 21/00 for suspending arrangements

In this subclass, it is desirable to add the indexing codes of subclass F21W in order to indicate the uses or applications of lighting devices, and of F21Y in order to indicate the form of the light sources of lighting devices.

Glossary of terms

In this place, the following terms or expressions are used with the meaning indicated:

Light source

The entity (e.g. light bulb, fluorescent tube, gas mantle or combustible charge) that generates light for a lighting device.

rigid (F21V 1/08 takes precedence)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Adjustable frame of a shade for light source

F21V 1/08

foldable or collapsible
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages, with provision for shipment or storage

F21V 17/007

adjustable
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements

F21V 14/00

Rotating shades
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

Rotating glass cover or globe or shade or fins due to heat of a light source

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Covers for frames; Frameless shades
Definition statement

This place covers:

Shades characterised by the material

Stretched fly attached to a ceiling frame

A stretched fly attached to a ceiling frame

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Globes; Bowls; Cover glasses (with refracting properties F21V 5/00; with reflecting properties F21V 7/00; characterised by cooling arrangements F21V 29/506)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Globes for street lighting devices

Glass cover for automotive vehicles

Globes, bowls, cover glasses characterised by their shapes

Globes, bowls, cover glasses characterised by material, coatings or surface treatments

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

With refracting properties

F21V 5/00

With reflecting properties

F21V 7/00

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Transparent cover plates for vehicle headlamps and rear lamps

F21S 41/20, F21S 43/265

Refractors for light sources (characterised by cooling arrangements F21V 29/504)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Cooling arrangements for refractors

F21V 29/504

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Combinations of only two kinds of elements being reflectors and refractors

F21V 13/04

Combinations of only three kinds of elements being reflectors, refractors, and filters

F21V 13/14

Changing the characteristics or distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of parts by movement of refractors

F21V 14/06

Producing optical elements, e.g. lenses, prisms (grinding or polishing of optical elements B24B; constructional form of optical elements G02B; optical parts of spectacles G02C 7/00)

B29D 11/00

Refractors for vehicle headlamps and rear lamps

F21S 41/20, F21S 43/2605

Optical elements

G02B

{Array of lenses or refractors for a cluster of light sources, e.g. for arrangement of multiple light sources in one plane (combination of two or more refractors F21V 5/008)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Combination of two or more refractors

F21V 5/008

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Simple or compound lenses; Arrays

G02B 3/0006

of prismatic shape (F21V 5/04 takes precedence)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Refractor of lens shape

F21V 5/04

of lens shape
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Simple or compound lenses

G02B 3/00

Optical system adapting the beam shape of a semiconductor light source such as a laser diode or an LED, e.g. for efficiently coupling into optical fibres

G02B 19/0047

{the lens having discontinuous faces, e.g. Fresnel lenses}
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Simple or compound lenses with non-spherical faces with discontinuous faces, e.g. Fresnel lens

G02B 3/08

{the lens having a rotationally symmetrical shape about an axis for transmitting light in a direction mainly perpendicular to this axis, e.g. ring or annular lens with light source disposed inside the ring}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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{the lens being a simple lens adapted to cooperate with a point-like source for emitting mainly in one direction and having an axis coincident with the main light transmission direction, e.g. convergent or divergent lenses, plano-concave or plano-convex lenses}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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producing an asymmetric light distribution
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Reflectors for light sources (characterised by cooling arrangements F21V 29/505)
Relationships with other classification places

In the context of lighting, a "reflector" is a device which reflects light with desired characteristics and distribution, while a "filter" is a device which passes light with desired characteristics and distribution.

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Combinations of two kinds of elements one being of reflector and one of the following: refractor, filter or screen

F21V 13/04, F21V 13/08, F21V 13/10

Combinations of three kinds of elements being reflectors, refractors, and filters

F21V 13/14

Changing the characteristics or distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of parts by movement of reflectors

F21V 14/04

Reflectors for vehicle headlamps or rear lamps

F21S 41/30, F21S 43/30

Optical elements other than lenses: Mirrors

G02B 5/08

System with reflecting surfaces using mirrors only, for light condensing, e.g. for use with a light emitter

G02B 17/0668

Systems with reflecting surfaces, with or without refracting elements for light condensing, e.g. for use with a light emitter

G02B 17/0868

Projectors or projection-type viewers: Reflectors in projection beam

G03B 21/28

{providing for indirect lighting}
Definition statement

This place covers:

The lighting devices emitting light towards the ceiling and not toward the surface of interest to be lit

Lighting devices, the light beams of which are not being directed directly toward the aim, e.g. by means of reflectors

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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{Combination of two or more reflectors for a single light source (array of reflectors for a cluster of light sources F21V 7/0083)}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Array of reflectors for a cluster of light sources

F21V 7/0083

{with an elongated shape to cooperate with linear light sources}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Elongated reflective surface with its axis parallel to the axis of an elongated light emitter.

Plurality of reflective surfaces along an axis parallel to the axis of one elongated light emitter.

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Plurality of reflective surfaces along an axis parallel to the axis of an light source formed of a plurality of light emitters, each light emitter corresponding to an individual reflective surface, i.e. array of light sources

F21V 7/0083

Special rules of classification

In this group, it is desirable to add the Indexing Codes of F21Y 2103/00

{adapted to cooperate with light sources of shapes different from point-like or linear, e.g. circular light sources}
Special rules of classification

In this group, it is desirable to add the Indexing Codes of F21Y 2103/30

{specially adapted to cooperate with point like light sources; specially adapted to cooperate with light sources the shape of which is unspecified (F21V 7/16 - F21V 7/30 take precedence)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Construction of reflector with provision for adjusting the curvature

F21V 7/16

Construction of reflector with provision for folding or collapsing

F21V 7/18

Reflectors characterised by materials, surface treatments or coatings, e.g. dichroic reflectors

F21V 7/22
-F21V 7/30

Reflector constructed to facilitate cooling

F21V 29/505

{Array of reflectors for a cluster of light sources, e.g. arrangement of multiple light sources in one plane (combination of two or more reflectors F21V 7/0025)}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

Plurality of individually removable identical reflectors on a planar matrix of LEDs

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References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Combination of two or more reflectors for a single light source

F21V 7/0025

{using total internal reflection}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Reflectors for rear vehicle light using total internal reflection.

Refractors having surfaces used for total internal reflection.

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Reflectors for vehicle headlamps using total internal reflection

F21S 41/322

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Systems with reflecting surfaces, with or without refracting elements; Catadioptric systems for use with light emitter

G02B 17/0868

Special rules of classification

Reflectors for signal lamps for vehicles using total internal reflection have to be also classified in F21S 43/315.

Collimators for signal lamps for vehicles using total internal reflection have to be also classified in F21S 43/402.

Refractors having surfaces used for total internal reflection have to be also classified in F21V 5/00.

Optical design
Definition statement

This place covers:

Reflector for which the surface is defined by mathematical formulae.

with a combination of different curvatures
Definition statement

This place covers:

Also reflector surfaces with asperities

with provision for folding or collapsing
Definition statement

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Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group.

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characterised by materials, surface treatments or coatings, e.g. dichroic reflectors
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Surface treatment of glass, at least one coating being a metal

C03C 17/36

Multilayer mirrors

G02B 5/0816

Elements for modifying spectral properties, polarisation or intensity of the light emitted, e.g. filters (coloured shades F21V 1/00; elements characterised by cooling arrangements F21V 29/502)
Relationships with other classification places

In the context of lighting, a "filter" is a device which passes light with desired characteristics and distribution, while a "reflector" is a device which reflects light with desired characteristics and distribution.

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Coloured shades

F21V 1/00

Cooling arrangements for light filters

F21V 29/502

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Combination of only two kinds of elements being reflectors and filters

F21V 13/08

Combination of only three kinds of elements being reflectors, refractors and filters

F21V 13/14

Changing the characteristics or distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of parts by movement of screens

F21V 14/08

Luminescent materials per se

C09K 11/00

Filters for vehicle headlamps or rear lamps

F21S 41/20, F21S 43/255

for simulating daylight (F21V 9/04, F21V 9/06 take precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

False windows are also covered by this subgroup

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Light filters for filtering out infrared radiation

F21V 9/04

Light filters for filtering out ultraviolet radiation

F21V 9/06

for filtering out infrared radiation (dichroic reflectors F21V 7/22; using liquid-filled chambers F21V 9/12)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Dichroic reflectors

F21V 7/22

Light filters for producing coloured light with liquid-filled chambers

F21V 9/12

for filtering out ultraviolet radiation
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Elements containing photoluminescent material distinct from or spaced from the light source

F21V 9/30

for producing coloured light, e.g. monochromatic; for reducing intensity of light (with provision for controlling the colour F21V 9/40)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Elements with provision for controlling spectral properties, e.g. colour, or intensity

F21V 9/40

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Radiation therapy using light characterised by the wavelength of light used; Coloured visible light

A61N 2005/0663

Elements containing photoluminescent material distinct from or spaced from the light source (shades F21V 1/17; globes, bowls or cover glasses F21V 3/08, F21V 3/12; refractors F21V 5/10; reflectors F21V 7/26, F21V 7/30; elements with provision for controlling the spectral properties or intensity F21V 9/40)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Shades containing photoluminescent material

F21V 1/17

Globes, bowls or cover glasses containing photoluminescent material

F21V 3/08
,F21V 3/12

Refractors containing photoluminescent material

F21V 5/10

Reflectors containing photoluminescent material

F21V 7/26, F21V 7/30

Elements with provision for controlling the spectral properties or intensity containing photoluminescent material

F21V 9/40

Synonyms and Keywords

In patent documents, the following words/expressions are often used as synonyms:

  • "luminescent materials", "phosphorescent materials", and "photoluminescent materials"
with provision for controlling spectral properties, e.g. colour, or intensity
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Light filters for producing coloured light with liquid-filled chambers

F21V 9/12

Screens not covered by groups F21V 1/00, F21V 3/00, F21V 7/00 or F21V 9/00 (characterised by cooling arrangements F21V 29/502)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Cooling arrangements for screens not covered by groups

F21V 1/00, F21V 3/00, F21V 7/00 or F21V 9/00, F21V 29/502

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Combination of only two kinds of elements being reflectors and screens

F21V 13/10

Changing the characteristics or distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of parts by movement of screens

F21V 14/08

Screens, light shielding members for vehicle headlamps

F21S 41/40

using parallel laminae or strips, e.g. of Venetian-blind type (F21V 11/06 takes precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Screens using crossed laminae or strips

F21V 11/06

adjustable
Definition statement

This place covers:

Adjustable lamellae

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Changing the characteristics or distribution of the light by movement of screens

F21V 14/08

using crossed laminae or strips {, e.g. grid-shaped louvers}; using lattices or honeycombs
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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with many small apertures
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

Polymeric light control film with holes on an elongated light source

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using sheets without apertures, e.g. fixed
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Screens using parallel laminae or strips

F21V 11/02

Screens using crossed laminae or strips

F21V 11/06

movable, e.g. flaps, slides
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

Light-shielding plates for stage projectors

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Producing particular characteristics or distribution of the light emitted by means of a combination of elements specified in two or more of main groups F21V 1/00 - F21V 11/00 (controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements F21V 14/00)
Relationships with other classification places

Producing particular characteristics or distribution of the light emitted by means of a combination of two or more elements that are all specified in a single of main groups F21V 1/00 - F21V 11/00 is classified in that main group.

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements

F21V 14/00

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

By means of a combination of reflectors and refractors for vehicle rear lamps

F21S 43/40

Combinations of only two kinds of elements
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Systems with reflecting surfaces, with or without refracting elements for light condensing, e.g. for use with a light emitter

G02B 17/0868

the elements being filters or photoluminescent elements, reflectors and refractors
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements (reflectors with provision for adjusting the curvature F21V 7/16; light filters or the like with provision for controlling the colour or intensity F21V 9/40; screens using adjustable parallel laminae or strips F21V 11/04; screens using iris-type diaphragms F21V 11/10; screens using movable sheets without apertures F21V 11/18; adjustable mountings for lighting devices F21V 21/14)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Reflectors with provision for adjusting the curvature

F21V 7/16

Light filters or the like with provision for controlling the colour or intensity

F21V 9/40

Screens using adjustable parallel laminae or strips

F21V 11/04

Screens using iris-type diaphragms

F21V 11/10

Screens using movable sheets without apertures

F21V 11/18

Adjustable mountings for lighting devices

F21V 21/14

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Details regarding the mechanism for the adjustment of components of the lighting device

F21V 17/02

Details regarding the mechanism for the adjustment of the lamp holder or the light source

F21V 19/02

Adjustable vehicle headlamp housing

B60Q 1/06

Special rules of classification

Details regarding the mechanism for the adjustment of components of the lighting device F21V 17/02, it is the desirable to give the Indexing Code of F21V 14/04, F21V 14/06 or F21V 14/08

Details regarding the mechanism for the adjustment of the lamp holder or the light source F21V 19/02, it is then desirable to give the Indexing Code F21V 14/02

{by interposition of elements with electrically controlled variable light transmissivity, e.g. liquid crystal elements or electrochromic devices}
References
Application-oriented references

Examples of places where the subject matter of this place is covered when specially adapted, used for a particular purpose, or incorporated in a larger system:

In vehicle headlamps

F21S 41/645

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Liquid crystal elements

G02F 1/13

by movement of the screens {or filters}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Changing characteristic or distribution of light by movement of screens or filters

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Adjustable lamellae

F21V 11/04

Movable screens being sheets without apertures

F21V 11/18

In vehicle headlamps

F21S 41/683

Protecting lighting devices from damage (protection from thermal damage F21V 29/00; gas-tight or water-tight arrangements F21V 31/00)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Protecting lighting devices from damage due to external interactions, e.g. anti-vandalism devices, cages

References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Protecting lighting devices from thermal damage

F21V 29/00

Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements

F21V 31/00

Housings, e.g. material or assembling of housing parts (F21V 15/02 takes precedence {housings forming signs or letters G09F 13/04})
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Cages for protecting lighting devices from damage

F21V 15/02

Housings forming signs or letters

G09F 13/0404

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Lighting device essentially made of an elongated section for suspending at least one linear light source

F21S 8/031

Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus

H05K 5/00

{the housing being an extrusion}
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Lighting devices or systems using a string or strip of light sources

F21S 4/00

Cages
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Resilient mountings, e.g. shock absorbers  {(shock absorbing devices of vehicle headlamp housings B60Q 1/0491; in general F16F 15/04)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Shock absorbing devices of headlamp housings

B60Q 1/0491

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Details of lighting devices employing liquid fuel as light source, not otherwise provided for; Fastening or safety devices for reflectors, cover glasses or chimneys; Protections against shocks

F21V 37/0091

Shock absorbing devices in general

F16F 15/04

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, e.g. shades, globes, refractors, reflectors, filters, screens, grids or protective cages (of light sources or light holders F21V 19/00)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Fastening of light sources or light holders

F21V 19/00

Application-oriented references

Examples of places where the subject matter of this place is covered when specially adapted, used for a particular purpose, or incorporated in a larger system:

Fastening or lifting of the lamp glass of lanterns

F21L 19/003

Fastening of component parts of vehicle headlamps

F21S 41/29, F21S 41/39, F21S 41/55

Fastening of component parts of vehicle signal lamps

F21S 43/27, F21S 43/37

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

For gas-tight or water-tight arrangements

F21V 31/00

{with provision for shipment or storage}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Components of lighting devices intended to be easily dismounted or with reduced dismounted volume for shipment or storage

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Foldable or collapsible frames for shades for light sources

F21V 1/06

Construction of reflector with provision for folding or collapsing

F21V 7/18

Receptacles with Roll-up holders with pockets for separates articles (personal use); Not limited to lamps

A45C 11/26

Machines, apparatus or devices for or method of packaging or material; unpacking

B65B

Packaging for ampoules, lamp bulbs (for sale)

B65D 85/42

Packaging for ampoules or lamp bulbs, e.g. for sale

B65D 85/42

Supports or holders for coiled, wound or folded material

B65H 75/02

with provision for adjustment (F21V 17/04 - F21V 17/08 take precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Details regarding the mechanism for the adjustment

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, the fastening being onto or by the light source

F21V 17/04

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, the fastening being onto or by the lampholder

F21V 17/06

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, onto the supporting or suspending arrangements of the lighting device, e.g. power cords, standards

F21V 17/08

Application-oriented references

Examples of places where the subject matter of this place is covered when specially adapted, used for a particular purpose, or incorporated in a larger system:

Controlling the distribution of the light emitted by adjustment of elements

F21V 14/00

Special rules of classification

Always provide also the information which component is concerned by giving the relevant Indexing Code F21V 5/00-F21V 9/00; if the focus is on the change in the characteristics or distribution of the light emitted give also additional information symbols in groups F21V 14/04-F21V 14/08

the fastening being onto or by the light source
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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the fastening being onto or by the lampholder
Definition statement

This place covers:

Electric light-globe holder

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Outer shell structure of a decoration lamp string

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characterised by specific fastening means or way of fastening (F21V 17/02 - F21V 17/08 take precedence)
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices with provision for adjustment

F21V 17/02

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, the fastening being onto or by the light source

F21V 17/04

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, the fastening being onto or by the lampholder

F21V 17/06

Fastening of component parts of lighting devices, onto the supporting or suspending arrangements of the lighting device, e.g. power cords, standards

F21V 17/08

{permanently, e.g. welding, gluing or riveting}
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Joining or sealing of preformed parts, welding of plastics materials

B29C 65/00

Joining sheets or plates, e.g. panels, to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of riveting

F16B 5/04

Fastening of light sources or lamp holders (fastening electric light source solely by the coupling device H01R 33/00 {; special means for attaching candle to candle holder F21V 35/003})
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Special means for attaching the candle to the candle holder

F21V 35/003

Fastening electric light sources in vehicle headlamps

F21S 41/19

Fastening electric light sources in vehicle signal lamps

F21S 43/19

Fastening electric light source solely by the coupling device

H01R 33/00

{of sources having contact pins, wires or blades, e.g. pinch sealed lamp (F21V 19/001 takes precedence)}
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Fastening of removably mounted LEDs; Fastening of removably mounted PCBs holding light sources

F21V 19/001

{the light sources being semiconductors devices, e.g. LEDs}
References
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Fastening of light sources or lampholders: Details of lamp holders, terminals or connectors for vehicle headlamps

F21S 41/192

Fastening of light sources or lampholders: Details of lamp holders, terminals or connectors for vehicle rear lights

F21S 43/195

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Printed circuits structurally associated with non-printed electric components characterised by the use of a flexible or folded printed circuit

H05K 1/189

Synonyms and Keywords

In patent documents, the following abbreviations are often used:

PCB

Printed Circuit Board

LED

Light Emitting Diode

{of point-like light sources, e.g. incandescent or halogen lamps, with screw-threaded or bayonet base (of sources having contact pins, wires or blades F21V 19/0005; of LEDs or sources mounted on printed-circuit board F21V 19/001)}
References
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Fastening of light sources or lampholders of sources having contact pins, wires or blades

F21V 19/0005

Fastening of removably mounted LEDs; Fastening of removably mounted PCBs holding light sources

F21V 19/001

Synonyms and Keywords

In patent documents, the following abbreviations are often used:

LED

Light Emitting Diode

{of tubular light sources, e.g. ring-shaped fluorescent light sources}
References
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Holders formed as intermediate parts for linking a counter-part to a coupling part for tubular fluorescent lamps

H01R 33/942

{at least one conductive element acting as a support means, e.g. resilient contact blades, piston-like contact}
Relationships with other classification places

This group does not cover coupling devices in which a holder is adapted for supporting apparatus to which its counterpart is attached or separate parts thereof, see H01R 33/08: Two-pole devices for supporting tubular fluorescent lamps.

with provision for adjustment, e.g. for focusing
Definition statement

This place covers:

Details regarding the mechanism for the adjustment of the light source or lampholder

References
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Changing the characteristics or distribution of the light emitted by movement of light sources

F21V 14/02

Special rules of classification

If the focus is on the change in the characteristics or distribution of the light emitted give also F21V 14/02

with provision for changing light source, e.g. turret {(auxiliary devices for cleaning, placing, or removing incandescent lamps H01K 3/32, fluorescent lamps H01J 9/006)}
References
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Auxiliary devices for cleaning, placing, or removing fluorescent lamps

H01J 9/006

Auxiliary devices for cleaning, placing, or removing incandescent lamps

H01K 3/32

Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices (F21V 17/00, F21V 19/00 take precedence; arrangement of signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor, for vehicles in general B60Q, stands for supporting apparatus or articles in general F16M 11/00); Hand grips
References
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Fastening of component parts of lighting devices

F21V 17/00

Fastening of light sources or lampholders

F21V 19/00

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Arrangement of signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits therefor, for vehicles in general

B60Q

Stands for supporting apparatus or articles in general

F16M 11/00

making direct electrical contact, e.g. by piercing (F21V 21/35 takes precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

The housing of the lighting device or lampholder is equipped with needle contacts to pierce the cable insulator to connect while attaching the housing or lampholder to the cable.

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Supporting elements displaceable along a guiding element with direct electrical contact between the supporting element and electric conductors running along the guiding element

F21V 21/35

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Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact and means for effecting or maintaining such contact; Needle-point, slotted plate, or analogous contact members penetrating insulation or cable strands having at least one tooth, prong, pin or needle penetrating the insulation

H01R 4/2404

for several lighting devices in an end-to-end arrangement, i.e. light tracks
Definition statement

This place covers:

Housing of lighting devices mechanically in side-by-side or end-to-end contact

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Systems of lighting devices, not provided for in main groups F21S 4/00 - F21S 10/00 or F21S 19/00

F21S 2/00

Lighting devices or systems

F21S 2/00

Suspending from a cable or suspension line
Definition statement

This place covers:

Details of the suspending means from a cable or suspension line

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Lighting devices intended for fixed installation intended only for mounting on a ceiling or like overhead structure

F21S 8/06

Wall, ceiling, or floor bases; Fixing pendants or arms to the bases (F21V 21/08 takes precedence; bases for movable standing lamps F21V 21/06)
References
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Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices; Devices for easy attachment to any desired place, e.g. clip, clamp, magnet

F21V 21/08

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Bases for movable standing lamps

F21V 21/06

Installation of electrical cables or lines in buildings / Details / Distribution boxes / ceiling roses or other lighting sets

H02G 3/20

Ceiling bases, e.g. ceiling roses (F21V 21/04 takes precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Recessed bases
Definition statement

This place covers:

Details of the fastening means for a recessed lighting device

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Hanger bar for recessed lighting fixtures

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References
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Arrangements for fixing loudspeaker transducers, e.g. in a box, furniture

H04R 1/025

Special rules of classification

Generally no classification in F21S 8/02

Bases for movable standing lamps; Fixing standards to the bases (F21V 21/08 takes precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Portable lighting devices provided with stands or bases to be used as a movable standing lamp

References
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Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices; Devices for easy attachment to any desired place, e.g. clip, clamp, magnet

F21V 21/08

Informative references

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Mechanical connection of the arms of a multi-armed chandelier

F21V 21/02

Electrical connection of the arms of a multi-armed chandelier

F21V 23/06

Stands for supporting apparatus or articles in general

F16M 11/00

Synonyms and Keywords

In patent documents, the following words/expressions are often used as synonyms:

  • " base", "Socles", "embase" and "piétement"
Devices for easy attachment to any desired place, e.g. clip, clamp, magnet
References
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Devices for fastening or securing constructional elements or machine parts together

F16B

Head fittings
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
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Hats or helmets with lamps

A42B 3/044

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Instruments for performing medical examinations of the interior of cavities or tubes of the body by visual or photographical inspection, e.g. endoscopes with illuminating arrangements

A61B 1/06

{for portable lighting devices}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Pendants, arms, or standards; Fixing lighting devices to pendants, arms, or standards (adjustable mounting F21V 21/14; construction of posts not peculiar to use with lighting devices E04H 12/00)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Access door to the inside of a pole for lighting device; compartments inside the lighting pole

References
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Construction of posts not peculiar to use with lighting devices

E04H 12/00

Informative references

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Adjustable mounting of lighting devices

F21V 21/14

Fixing lighting devices to pendants (F21V 21/002 takes precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Adjustment clip for a suspended light fixture

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References
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Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices making direct electrical contact

F21V 21/002

Fixing lighting devices to arms or standards (F21V 21/002 takes precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Connector for connecting lamp to support

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T-channel fixture-mounting pole clamp

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References
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Supporting, suspending, or attaching arrangements for lighting devices making direct electrical contact

F21V 21/002

Spring-loaded poles fixed at both ends
Definition statement

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Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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{for portable lighting devices}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Portable lighting devices provided with adjustable stands or bases to be used as a movable standing lamp

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Special rules of classification

Documents with this scope, published before 1985, are classified in the higher group F21V 21/14

specially adapted for power operation, e.g. by remote control
Definition statement

This place covers:

Lighting devices comprising electrical motor to actuate an adjustment movement of the lighting devices

References
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Arrangements of switches in or on lighting devices activated by remote control means

F21V 23/0435

telescopic
References
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Telescopic towers; masts, poles

E04H 12/182

Undercarriages changeable in height or length of legs by telescoping

F16M 11/26

Lazy-tongs
Definition statement

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Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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employing universal joints
References
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Universal joints, i.e. with mechanical connection allowing angular movement or adjustment of the axes of the parts in any direction

F16L 27/02

Pivoted housings or frames
References
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Electric lighting devices with self-contained electric batteries or cells characterised by the provision of a light source housing portion adjustably fixed to the remainder of the device

F21L 4/04

Supporting elements displaceable along a guiding element {(telescopic mounting of lighting devices F21V 21/22)}
References
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This place does not cover:

Telescopic mountings of a lighting device

F21V 21/22

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Coupling parts adapted for simultaneous co-operation with two or more identical counterparts, e.g. for distributing energy to two or more circuits; Rails or bus-bars constructed so that the counterparts can be connected thereto at any point along their length, e.g. track lighting systems

H01R 25/14

Hoisting or lowering devices, e.g. for maintenance
References
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Adjustable mountings of lighting devices

F21V 21/14

Hand grips
References
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Operation lamp handles

A61B 90/36

Glossary of terms

In this place, the following terms or expressions are used with the meaning indicated:

Handle

handle is defined to grab and/or manipulate/move the lighting device to a chosen position and not as being a handle on which a lighting device is or can be mounted.

{for operation or dentist lamps}
Special rules of classification

In this group, it is desirable to add the Indexing Code F21W 2131/202 or F21W 2131/205

Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices {(characterised by cooling arrangements F21V 29/508)}
References
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Electric circuits per se

H05B 39/00

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Arrangement of electronic circuits separated from the light source for vehicle (e.g. mounting of housings for starter circuits for discharge lamps)

B60Q 1/0094

Arrangement of electronic circuits part of the light source or light source holder for vehicle (e.g. mounting of housings of starter circuits for discharge lamps)

F21S 41/192

the elements being switches (safety devices F21V 25/00)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Electric means varying continuously or discontinuously the light intensity, e.g. ON/OFF switch, potentiometer, dimmer,...etc

References
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Safety devices structurally associated with lighting devices

F21V 25/00

the elements being coupling devices {, e.g. connectors}
References
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Line connectors; Current collectors

H01R

Safety devices structurally associated with lighting devices (gas- tight or water-tight arrangements F21V 31/00; in general F16P; protective circuit arrangements per se H02H 7/00)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Electromagnetic shielding of the lighting device

Intumescent material associated with lighting device

References
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Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements

F21V 31/00

Safety devices in general

F16P

Protective circuit arrangements per se

H01H 7/00

coming into action when lighting device is disturbed, dismounted, or broken
References
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Electric circuit per se

H05B

Cable-stowing arrangements structurally associated with lighting devices, e.g. reels  {(storing lengths of cable in general B65H; the lighting devices being vehicle headlamps F21S 41/192; the lighting devices being vehicle lights F21S 43/195)}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Power cable winding device for a lighting device

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References
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Cable-stowing arrangements structurally associated with lighting devices, the lighting devices being vehicle headlamps

F21S 41/192

Cable-stowing arrangements structurally associated with lighting devices, the lighting devices being vehicle rear lights

F21S 43/195

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Storing lengths of cable in general

B65H

Cable inlets
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
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Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups H01R 12/70 or H01R 24/00- H01R 33/00; Means for relieving strain on wire connection, e.g. cord grip

H01R 13/58

Protecting lighting devices from thermal damage; Cooling or heating arrangements specially adapted for lighting devices or systems (lighting fixtures combined with outlets for air-treatment systems F24F 13/078)
References
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Lighting fixtures combined with outlets for air-treatment systems

F24F 13/078

Application-oriented references

Examples of places where the subject matter of this place is covered when specially adapted, used for a particular purpose, or incorporated in a larger system:

Cooling of lighting devices for vehicle headlamps or rear lamps

F21S 45/40

Cooling of air-treatment systems with air-flow over lighting fixtures

F24F 3/056

Cooling of projectors or projector type viewers

G03B 21/16

Cooling arrangements for gas- or vapour-discharge lamps

H01J 61/52

Cooling arrangements for electric incandescent lamps

H01K 1/58

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Heat pipes

F28D 15/02

Heating or cooling of liquid crystal cells

G02F 1/133382

Control of the temperature of systems for controlling or regulating non-electric variables

G05D 23/00

Cooling means for data processing equipment

G06F 1/20

Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation for semiconductor or other solid state devices

H01L 23/34

Casings or enclosures with channels or ducts for flow of cooling medium

H02K 5/20

Thermal arrangements for printed circuits, e.g. for cooling or heating

H05K 1/0201

Heat extraction or cooling elements for semiconductor devices characterised by the semiconductor body packages

H10H 20/858

Thermal insulation
Definition statement

This place covers:

  • Means for screening the heat, e.g. screen for heat radiation
  • Thermal insulation spaces or air gaps
  • Use of heat insulation materials

Illustrative example of thermal insulation space in figure below:

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Ilustrative example of air gap between components or in the mass of a component in the figure below:

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Heat insulating material between components to prevent heat conduction in figure below:

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References
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Through holes in printed circuit board to screen conductive heat transfer from on one part to the other

H05K 1/0203

of refractors
Definition statement

This place covers:

Refractors for light sources being designed to facilitate cooling.

of reflectors
Definition statement

This place covers:

Reflectors for light sources being designed to facilitate cooling.

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group, see figures below:

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of globes, bowls or cover glasses
Definition statement

This place covers:

Globes, bowls and cover glasses being designed to facilitate cooling.

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

Special shape of the lamp cover with means for conducting or dissipating heat, e.g. channels or openings. See illustrative example below:

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Thermally conductive films or blades contacting the inner surface of the globe to transfer the heat generated by light source to the globe. See illustrative example below:

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Structure of the cover surface facilitating cooling. See illustrative example below:

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Globe forming fins or the exterior of which in contact with fins. See illustrative example below:

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Evaporation and condensation within the globe of the lighting device or LED module or LED lamp, i.e. part of a globe is forming a part of a heat pipe. See illustrative example below:

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of means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings
Definition statement

This place covers:

Means for protecting lighting devices from damage, e.g. housings, being designed to facilitate cooling.

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

Housing for enclosing light source with openings (151) for facilitating cooling:

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Cage provided for facilitating cooling:

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Evaporation and condensation in a housing compartment:

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of electrical circuits
Definition statement

This place covers:

Means for facilitating the cooling of circuit boards for the drivers or supply circuits of the light sources but not the cooling of light emitters or their supports.

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

Electric circuit is cooled directly by evaporation, see figure below:

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Heat transfer from circuit to the housing, see figure below:

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using condensation or evaporation of a fluid, e.g. heat pipes
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

by using a heat pipe:

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Evaporation and condensation within the globe of the lighting device or LED module:

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Evaporation and condensation in a housing compartment for cooling of the central arranged electronic circuit:

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Evaporation of water in open environment to improve heat dissipation:

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electrically powered, e.g. refrigeration systems
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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using thermoelectric means, e.g. Peltier elements
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

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using liquid coolants (F21V 29/51 takes precedence)
Definition statement

This place covers:

The cooling by liquids without condensation or evaporation of the fluid

Below an illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group. In this example the thermally conductive liquid is permanently enclosed within the shell:

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References
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Cooling arrangements using condensation or evaporation of a fluid, e.g. heat pipes

F21V 29/51

using electrically-powered vibrating means; using ionic wind
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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the gas flowing in a closed circuit
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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{the fans being used for intake}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Fans arranged in such a way that the warm air is moved away from the heat source after the air was heated by the heat source, i.e. the fans are arranged downstream from the light/heat sources in respect of the air flow.

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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{the fans being used for discharging}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Fans arranged in such a way that they move cooling air in the direction of the heat or light sources, i.e. the fans are located upstream from the light sources in respect of the air the flow.

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

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characterised by passive heat-dissipating elements, e.g. heat-sinks
Definition statement

This place covers:

Heat spreaders, i.e. thermal conducting element interconnecting the source of heat and the heat sink, in order spread the heat on a heat sink surface.

Illustrative example, e.g. a heat spreader for a printed circuit board supporting LEDs:

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{in direct thermal and mechanical contact of each other to form a single system}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Heat sinks being built from multiple elements forming a single system where the elements are in direct thermal contact.

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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{using split or remote units thermally interconnected, e.g. by thermally conductive bars or heat pipes}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Separate heat sink units or split units connected by conductive bars or heat pipes.

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

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the elements being adjustable with respect to each other, e.g. hinged
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

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with fins or blades
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

Fins/pins consisting of main fins/pins and supplementary fins/pins increasing the surface areas of the main fins/pins, e.g. snowflake-like profiles or fins with multi-branches.

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{the fins or blades being planar and inclined with respect to the joining surface from which the fins or blades extend}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

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Fins not radially arranged on a cylinder:

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Parallel fins attached to a curved surface, therefore forming an angle with respect to the curved surface:

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"V" shaped section fins attached at the tip to a surface:

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{the planes containing the fins or blades having directions perpendicular to the light emitting axis}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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with essentially identical diverging planar fins or blades, e.g. with fan-like or star-like cross-section
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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{the planes containing the fins or blades having the direction of the light emitting axis}
Definition statement

This place covers:

The direction of fins or blades on the supporting plane are parallel to the axis of the emitted light.

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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{the planes containing the fins or blades having directions perpendicular to the light emitting axis}
Definition statement

This place covers:

The fins or blades are supported on planes which are perpendicular to the direction of the emitted light, i.e. that the extension of the fins or blades from the supporting plane are parallel to the direction of light.

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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with helically or spirally arranged fins or blades
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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with pins or wires
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

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with pins or wires having different shapes, lengths or spacing
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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the elements having apertures, ducts or channels, e.g. heat radiation holes
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

Channels formed in the mass of the heat sink

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Interconnected fins (124) forming channels (122):

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characterised by the material (liquid coolants F21V 29/56)
Definition statement

This place covers:

Special materials, e.g. for allowing flexibility, bendability and foldability of a heat exchanger

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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References
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Liquid coolants

F21V 29/56

Heating arrangements
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group:

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References
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Examples of places where the subject matter of this place is covered when specially adapted, used for a particular purpose, or incorporated in a larger system:

Heating arrangements for gas- or vapour-discharge lamps

H01J 61/52

Gas-tight or water-tight arrangements
Definition statement

This place covers:

Sealing of lighting device housings

References
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Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Safety devices structurally associated with lighting devices

F21V 25/00

Cable-stowing arrangements structurally associated with lighting devices; cable inlets

F21V 27/02

Cooling devices

F21V 29/00

Waterproofing of vehicle headlamps and signal lamps

F21S 45/50

Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus; Hermetically-sealed casings

H05K 5/06

Provision of filling media
Definition statement

This place covers:

LED illuminating device with a transparent epoxy resin filling the shell to sealedly envelope the printed circuit board

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References
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Safety devices

F21V 25/00

Cooling arrangements

F21V 29/00

Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
Definition statement

This place covers:

Lighting devices that are combined with articles having a primary function unrelated to lighting and not otherwise provided for.

The figures below are examples of structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles.

  • The device 20, supported on the flagpole, for properly illuminating a flag during the hours of darkness, is selectively energized so that it directs a beam of light 22 at the flag only during hours of darkness, proper for F21V 33/00.

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  • The invention relates to a flag-pole light provided by means of a luminous knob (1) comprising a light source (3) which is provided within a cover (2) and emits light rays that are reflected from reflecting surfaces (4, 5) through a translucent lower portion (2b) of the cover, proper for F21V 33/00.

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References
References out of a residual place

Examples of places in relation to which this place is residual:

Lights for cultivation in receptacles, forcing frames, greenhouses

A01G 9/20

Light emitting leads or collars

A01K 27/003, A01K 27/006

Illuminating devices for fishing nets

A01K 75/02

Artificial bait for fishing with light emission

A01K 85/01

Rods with build-in accessories, e.g. lighting means or measuring devices

A01K 87/007

Gloves; Protective gloves with luminous or reflective means

A41D 19/0157

Luminous or luminescent artificial flowers, fruit, leaves, or trees

A41G 1/005

Helmet with lighting devices

A42B 3/0433

Footwear with light sources

A43B 3/36

Illuminated buckles

A44B 11/2565

Illuminated jewellery

A44C 15/0015

Walking sticks or umbrellas combined with illuminating devices

A45B 3/02

Purses, bags, luggage or the like combined with illuminating devices

A45C 15/06

Containers or accessories for handling toilet or cosmetic powder, combined with illuminating means

A45D 33/32

Illuminated shaving mirrors

A45D 42/10

Adaptations for incorporating lamps to chairs

A47C 7/72

Attachments for beds; Lighting, radio, telephone or the like connected to the bedstead

A47C 21/003

Show cases or show cabinets with lighting devices

A47F 3/001

Picture frames with illumination

A47G 1/0622

Illuminated underlays for glasses or drinking vessels

A47G 23/0309

Arrangement of illuminating devices on suction cleaners

A47L 9/30

Medical instruments with illuminating arrangements for examining body cavities or tubes

A61B 1/00

Dental machines for boring or cutting; Machine parts specially adapted for dentistry; Illuminating devices or attachments

A61C 1/088

Apparatus for curing resins by radiation in dentistry

A61C 19/003

Massage adapted for simultaneous treatment with light

A61H 15/02

Clubs for gymnastics or the like with illuminating devices

A63B 15/02

Balls with illuminating devices

A63B 43/06

Roller skates or skate boards with illuminating devices

A63C 17/26

Toy tops with illuminating arrangements

A63H 1/24

Toy vehicles with electric lighting systems

A63H 17/28

Devices on spanners, wrenches or screwdrivers for illuminating the head of the screw or the nut

B25B 23/18

Hair clippers or dry shavers with means for illuminating the area to be shaved or clipped

B26B 19/46

Razors with means for illuminating the skin

B26B 21/46

Typewriters or selective printing machines with illuminating devices for the print

B41J 29/19

Support for notepads with light emitting devices

B42D 5/007

Writing implements combined with illuminating devices

B43K 29/10

Lamps for baking lacquers used in painting or artistic drawing

B44D 3/24

Arrangements of signalling or lighting devices, the mounting or supporting thereof or circuits thereof for vehicles in general

B60Q

Railway light signals

B61L 5/18

Illumination specially adapted for points, form signals or gates for railways

B61L 9/00

Life-buoys, life-belts, lifejackets or the like characterised by signalling means, e.g. lights

B63C 9/20

Closures being provided with transient audible or visual signaling means, e.g. illuminating devices

B65D 51/248

Main component parts of lifts in, or associated with, buildings or other structures; cars and travelling platforms (doors, gates or other apparatus controlling access to or exit from cars; Constructional features, e.g. walls assembly, decorative panels, comfort equipment, thermal or sound insulation; Lighting systems.

B66B 11/0233

Illuminating arrangements for apparatus for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or portable containers

B67D 7/86

Illuminating devices on locks or keys

E05B 17/10

Stove illumination

F24C 7/082

Illumination for oven cavities

F24C 15/008

Air-treatment or air-conditioning systems with air-flow over lighting fixtures, e.g. for the purpose of using or dissipating the heat therefrom

F24F 3/056, F24F 13/078

Night sights with means for illuminating the target

F41G 1/35

Levels with means for illuminating means for facilitating the observation of the position of the bubble

G01C 9/32

Magnetic compasses with means for illuminating the compass card or needle

G01C 17/24

Microscopes with means for illuminating the specimen

G02B 21/06

Magnifying glasses with means for illuminating object viewed

G02B 25/02

Optical systems or apparatus with illuminated fiducial marks or measuring scales

G02B 27/34

Illuminating means for spectacles

G02C 11/04

Liquid crystal cells associated with illuminating devices

G02F 1/1336

Electrochromic cells associated with illuminating devices

G02F 1/157

Illuminating scenes for taking photographs

G03B 15/02

Combinations of cameras with lighting apparatus; Flash units

G03B 15/03

Traffic lights

G08G 1/095

Illuminated signs

G09F 13/00

Illuminated advertising or display means on roads or walls

G09F 19/22

Illuminated matter for advertising by aircraft

G09F 21/10, G09F 21/14

Illuminated matter for advertising on or in specific articles, e.g. ashtrays or letter-boxes

G09F 23/04

Illuminated switches

H01H 13/83

Indicating lamps in circuit-breaker switches

H01H 73/14

Indicating lamps in fuse

H01H 85/32

Lighting of aerials

H01Q 1/06

Electric coupling devices with built-in light sources

H01R 13/717

Pulse counter or frequency divider indicators using glow-discharge lamps

H03K 21/20

Illumination of telephone sets

H04M 1/22

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Aquaria

A01K 63/06

Catching insects

A01M 1/04

Baker's ovens

A21B 3/10

Show windows or showcases

A47F 11/10

Radiation therapy

A61N 5/06

Model railways

A63H 19/20

Guiding devices for portable power. driven tools

B25F 5/021

Photographic composing machines

B41B 21/08

Railway vehicles

B61D 29/00

Cycles

B62J 6/00

Ships

B63B 45/00

Aircraft

B64D 47/02

Sewing machines

D05B 79/00

Road surface markings

E01F 9/547

Road signs

E01F 9/615

Tents or canopies

E04H 15/10

Cooling or freezing apparatus

F25D 27/00

Furnaces, kilns, ovens or retorts

F27D 21/02

Measuring arrangements

G01D 11/28

Weighting apparatus

G01G 23/30

Thermometers

G01K 1/06

Speedometers

G01P 1/08

Instruments for measuring

G01R 1/08

Viewing or reading apparatus

G02B 27/02

Liquid crystals

G02F 1/1335

Contact photographic printing

G03B 27/16

Projection photographic printing

G03B 27/54

Clocks

G04B 19/30

Time indicated by electric lamps

G04C 17/02

Time signalling by electric lamps

G04C 19/02

Visible signalling or calling systems

G08B 5/36

Actuation of fire alarms

G08B 17/103

Advertising on ships

G09F 21/20

Indicating elements or instruments

G12B 11/00

Special rules of classification

Document classified here has to be forwarded to the field corresponding to the article in which the lighting device is integrated

{Furniture (hospital beds F21V 33/0072)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Hospital beds

F21V 33/0072

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Devices for lighting show cases or show cabinets

A47F 3/001

Arrangements of light sources in shop window

A47F 11/10

Special rules of classification

In this subclass, it is desirable to add the Indexing Code F21W 2131/301

{Furnishing for windows and doors (sunshades F21V 33/006)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Sunshades

F21V 33/006

{Household or table equipment}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Retrofittable mailbox light system (A47G 29/12, A47G 29/1212: Mail or newspaper receptacles)

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{Paintings, pictures or photographs; Frames therefor}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Picture frames with illumination

A47G 1/0622

{Table-ware or table equipment, e.g. dishes, cutlery or trays}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illuminated table-ware, spoons, pastry servers

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References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Drinking vessels or saucer used for table service with illumination means

A47G 2019/2238

{Sanitary equipment, e.g. mirrors, showers, toilet seats or paper dispensers}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter covered in this group.

Illuminated shower heads

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Small mirrors (hand, pocket, cosmetic or shaving mirrors)

A45D 42/10

Brushes with additional arrangements

A46B 15/00

Mirrors for household (also bathroom)

A47G 1/02

Mirrors for medical purposes (e.g. dentistry)

A61B 1/247

Rear mirrors for vehicles

B60R 1/00

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means

B05B 1/00

{Household appliances, e.g. washing machines or vacuum cleaners}
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Refrigerators; cold rooms; ice-boxes; cooling or freezing apparatus not covered by any other subclass; lighting arrangement

F25D 27/00

Special rules of classification

In this , it is desirable to add the Indexing Codes of F21W 2131/305 for illumination for refrigerators

{Office articles, e.g. bookmarks, desk lamps with drawers, stands for books or music scores}
Special rules of classification

In this subclass, it is desirable to add the Indexing Codes of F21W 2131/3005 for reading lights attachable to books

{Audio equipment, e.g. music instruments, radios or speakers}
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Details of transducers, loudspeakers or microphones

H04R 1/00

{General building constructions or finishing work for buildings, e.g. roofs, gutters, stairs or floors; Garden equipment; Sunshades or parasols}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Stairs with illumination (E04F 11/00)

Illuminated tiles (E04F 15/00)

Carpets; Stair runners; Bedside rugs; Foot mats (A47G 27/02)

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Sunshade, patio umbrella

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Illuminated handle for door, drawer

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Drain gutter with illumination

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Illuminated handrail (E04F 11/00)

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Illuminated window blind assembly (E06B 9/386)

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Illuminated umbrella

F21V 33/0004

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

General building constructions; walls; roofs; floors, ceiling, insulations or other protection of buildings

E04B

Finishing work on buildings, e.g. stairs, floors

E04F

Fixed or movable closures for openings in building, fences, e.g. doors, windows, blinds, gates

E06B

Special rules of classification

In this subclass, it is desirable to add the Indexing Codes of subclasses F21W 2111/08 for illuminated handrails

{Safety or security signalisation, e.g. smoke or burglar alarms, earthquake detectors; Self-defence devices}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illumination associated with smoke detector (G08B 17/10)

Illumination associated with burglar alarm detector (G08B 13/00)

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Relationships with other classification places

Sighting devices, night sights, e.g. luminescent, combined with light source, e.g. spot-light for illuminating the target, e.g. flash lights or not covered by this group and classified in F41G 1/35

{Leisure, hobby or sport articles, e.g. toys, games or first-aid kits; Hand tools; Toolboxes}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illumination for barbecues

Illumination for first aid kits or toolboxes

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References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Apparatus for physical training, gymnastics, swimming, climbing or fencing; ball games; training equipment

A63B

Skates; skis; roller skates, design or layout or courts, rinks or the like

A63C

Toys, e.g. tops, dolls, hoops, building blocks

A63H

{Ventilating systems (lighting fixtures combined with outlets for air treatment systems F24F 13/078)}
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Lighting fixtures combined with outlets for air treatment systems

F24F 13/078

{Fans, e.g. ceiling fans (forced cooling of lighting devices characterised by the arrangement of fans F21V 29/67)}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Combined light fitting and ceiling fans

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Forced cooling of lighting devices characterised by the arrangement of fans

F21V 29/67

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Ceiling fans

F04D 25/088

Candle holders
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Candles per se

C11C 5/00

Non-electric lighting devices or systems employing a point-like light source

F21S 13/00

Special rules of classification

In this subclass, it is desirable to add the Indexing Codes of F21W 2121/002 for candle holders for birthday or anniversary cakes

{Special means for attaching the candle to the candle holder}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Fastening of light sources or lampholders

F21V 19/00

Arrangements of mantles or other incandescent bodies on burners
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Attaching to lamp parts

F21V 19/06

Details of lighting devices employing combustion as light source, not otherwise provided for
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Burners for combustion of a gas

F23D 14/00

{vegetal (F21V 37/0033 takes precedence)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Combination of mineral and vegetal

F21V 37/0033

{mineral (F21V 37/0033 takes precedence)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Combination of mineral and vegetal

F21V 37/0033

{Fastening of chimneys (F21V 37/0087 takes precedence)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Devices for lifting chimneys or cover glasses

F21V 37/0087

{Fastening of cover glasses (F21V 37/0087 takes precedence)}
References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Devices for lifting chimneys or cover glasses

F21V 37/0087

Special adaptation for protection against draughts {(for lanterns F21L 19/006); Draft controllers}
References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

For lanterns

F21L 19/006