Retrofit mounting device for open frame ceiling

摘要

The present disclosure provides a mounting device for mounting light fixtures into new or existing ceiling mounting openings. The mounting device allows new light fixtures to be retrofitted into existing ceiling openings by providing the appropriate interface between the light fixture and the ceiling opening. In certain example embodiments, the mounting device includes a ceiling coupling mechanism configured to secure the mounting device within an opening in a ceiling. The mounting device further includes a light fixture coupling element configured to couple to and retain a light fixture, thereby mounting the light fixture to the ceiling.

主权项

1. A mounting ring, comprising:
a cylindrical body ring comprising a top end, a bottom end, an outer side, and an inner side; at least one spring receiver disposed on the body ring; at least one torsion spring disposed on the body ring and comprising an outwardly extending arm, wherein the arm is horizontal in a neutral position and vertical in a flexed position; and a flange disposed on the bottom end and extending outwardly from the body ring, wherein the at least one torsion spring and the flange grip a portion of a surface therebetween when the mounting ring is disposed within the surface; and wherein the at least one spring receiver retains at least one spring prong of a fixture when the fixture is disposed within the mounting ring, wherein the mounting ring supports the fixture via engagement of the at least one spring receiver and the at least on spring prong.