Luminaire with pivotal cover member having compressible gasket

摘要

A luminaire especially adapted for outdoor use wherein the cover member is pivotally connected to the housing to permit ready access to the luminaire's internal parts (e.g., lamp and ballast components). Located within the cover is a lens which is held in position by a compressible gasket. The gasket is compressed against an internally located mounting plate to provide a seal as well as assist in retaining the lens in position. The preferred light source is a high intensity discharge (HID) lamp (e.g., high pressure sodium).