Lamp socket and backplate assembly and method of making same

摘要

A backplate and socket assembly wherein the backplate includes a first substantially rigid panel and a second substantially rigid panel. The panels each include a plurality of apertures which are aligned with each other. The plurality of conductors are disposed between the first and second panels and are sealed therebetween. The conductors include a plurality of contact pads which extend into the first apertures. A plurality of lamp sockets are respectively disposed in the plurality of first and second apertures. Each lamp socket includes a contact for electrically contacting respective contact pads. Seals are provided between the lamp sockets and the first panel.