US3992618A
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Grill illuminating means
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-01-02
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Granted: 1976-11-16
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Expires: 1995-01-02
Abstract
Abstract In abstract, a preferred embodiment of this invention is a holder specifically designed for use in connection with grill type cooking devices to support a light adjacent thereto. The light support includes a C-clamp and a heat dissipating portion as well as a multi-position adjustment feature for the light.
Inventors
- 👤 Merritt A. Matthews
- 👤 John D. Moore
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 12:07
CPC Classifications
F; F21; F21V; F21V21/00; F21V21/14; F21V21/32; F21V21/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
96 words
A heat dissipating light support for use with an outdoor charcoal type grill comprising a light source disposed adjacent said grill; means for securing said light source adjacent one end of a multi-position, adjustable support means; elongated heat dissipating means connected at one end to said support means adjacent its end opposite said light source; and clamp means connected to the end of said heat dissipating means opposite said support means whereby said light source can be operatively and adjustably mounted on said grill for isolating said light source from the heat generated by said grill.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
96 words
A heat dissipating light support for use with an outdoor charcoal type grill comprising a light source disposed adjacent said grill; means for securing said light source adjacent one end of a multi-position, adjustable support means; elongated heat dissipating means connected at one end to said support means adjacent its end opposite said light source; and clamp means connected to the end of said heat dissipating means opposite said support means whereby said light source can be operatively and adjustably mounted on said grill for isolating said light source from the heat generated by said grill.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
15 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the multi-position adjustable support means is a flexible gooseneck.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
12 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the heat dissipating means is perforated.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
58 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the clamp means is generally U-shaped in cross section having a shaft threaded through one side and an opening in the opposite side of a larger diameter than said shaft and in axial alignment therewith whereby a dimpled connection can be made between said clamp means and a portion of said grill.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
14 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the light source is energized by household current.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
19 words
The device of claim 1 wherein the light source is energized by current obtained from at least one battery.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
12 words
The device of claim 6 wherein the light source is a flashlight.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1979-11-16 | 1980-05-17 | 1980-11-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-11-16 | 1984-05-17 | 1984-11-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-11-16 | 1988-05-17 | 1988-11-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |