LED module and holder with terminal well

摘要

A holder is disclosed that is configured to secure an LED array in position. An LED module is disclosed that includes an LED array that can be mounted to a suitable substrate and includes the holder the retain the LED array. The holder includes a housing that supports terminals that provide an electrical path to the LED array from an electrical power source. The housing and terminal provide a wire trap so that a conductor can be electrically connected to the LED array without the need for solder attach. The holder can be a one-piece or two-piece design.

主权项

1. A holder, comprising:
a housing with a shelf configured to be positioned on and hold down at least two sides an LED array, the shelf including an edge, the housing further including a terminal well and a fastener mount, the terminal well including a first conductor notch and a second conductor notch, the first notch orientated along a horizontal direction, the second notch orientated at an angle along a vertical direction; and a terminal with a base positioned in the terminal well, the terminal including an arm that extends out of the terminal well and beyond the edge of the shelf, the arm having a contact on a distal end, the terminal further including a first wire trap aligned with the first conductor notch and a second wire trap aligned with the second notch and the wire traps are configured to retain an inserted wire.