Illumination tubes, illumination devices and methods of forming same

摘要

Embodiment of the present invention comprise novel reflectors for directing more light parallel to the longitudinal axis of an illumination tube. Other embodiments are directed to devices for supporting illumination tubes. Other aspects are directed to coated substrates which provide better light distribution from illumination tubes. Other aspects of the present invention provides improved light distribution systems designed to provide protection from ultra-violet rays emanating from the light source(s) used in an illumination tube.