Power connectors for linear lighting

摘要

Connectors for connecting light emitting diode (LED) strip light to power are disclosed. The connectors include a housing with a first opening sized to accept an LED strip light and a second opening for a power cord or electrical leads. The openings open into an interior cavity with an internal vertical barrier to separate power and ground leads. Gripping structures proximate to the first opening retain the strip light. A gasket or gaskets within the connector seal the connector from the elements. The second opening may carry a strain relief molded to the power cord. Additionally, an adapter or nipple may be provided to connect the connector to conduit.

主权项

1. A connector comprising:
a housing, defining
a first opening sized and adapted to accept an end of a strip light,a second opening,an interior cavity into which the first opening and the second opening open,a vertical barrier spanning essentially an entire height of the interior cavity and dividing the interior cavity into power and ground lead areas, the vertical barrier including a longitudinal portion that extends generally parallel to a long axis of the interior cavity and a transverse portion that is contiguous with, and extends transversely with respect to, the longitudinal portion, the vertical barrier being spaced and separate from sidewalls of the interior cavity and arranged such that the transverse portion faces the first opening and extends parallel to the first opening;gripping structures projecting from interior top and bottom surfaces of the housing proximate to the first opening; and male or female connecting structure contiguous with the exterior of the housing around the second opening, the connecting structure adapted to make a connection between the connector and external conduit.