CONNECTOR DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND RELATED METHODS FOR CONNECTING LIGHT EMITTING DIODE (LED) MODULES

摘要

Connector devices, systems, and related methods for connecting light emitting diode (LED) modules to thermal substrates and/or optical elements are disclosed. In some aspects, a connector device can include a connector body having a first side configured to engage an LED module and a second side configured to engage an optical element for mechanically coupling the LED module to the optical element. The connector device can further include a housing configured to receive a portion of an electrical wire for electrically coupling the LED module to the electrical wire. A connector system can include an annular body defining an opening and at least one LED module disposed in a portion of the connector. The connector can be configured to cover a portion of the LED module and leave another portion of the LED module exposed or visible.

主权项

1. A connector device for securing a light emitting diode (LED) module that comprises a plurality of separate and individual light emitters, the connector device comprising:
a connector body comprising a first side configured to engage the LED module to hold the LED module in place against a surface, and a second side configured to engage an optical element for mechanically coupling the LED module to the optical element; and the connector body being configured to receive a portion of an electrical wire, whereby engagement of the LED module by the first side of the connector body also electrically couples the LED module to the connector device.