Module adapter for portable light sources

摘要

An adapter (126) for a portable light source permits a module (10) to be attached to the portable light source (50) and powered by the power source of the portable light source (50). In one embodiment of the invention, the power source is a battery (112) and the adapter (126) includes a bottom plate (128) and a housing defining a compartment that holds the module. In this embodiment, the bottom plate (128) of the adapter (126) features a positive contact opening (134) and a negative contact opening (132) adapted to receive and electrically communicate with the positive and negative terminals (120,122) of the battery (112). The bottom plate (128) of the adapter (126) also includes positive and negative contact leads (154,156) which communicate with the contact openings and the module so that the latter receives power from the battery (112).