US4821158A
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Pre-framed lighting system for windows or doors
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-02-19
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Granted: 1989-04-11
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Expires: 2008-02-19
Abstract
Abstract An improved assembly of rectangular frame carrying a strand of inward-pointing Christmas tree lights includes a shoulder in the inner end of each hole for a light, limiting inward travel of the light on simple assembly in which the lights and sockets are pushed through from the outside; for instant assembly/disassembly an elastomeric band around the outer perimeter in a groove in the frame retains all lights and can help retain the assembly in a window frame, if desired, together with one or more plunger type retainers.
Inventors
- 👤 James L. Mitten
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 18:59
CPC Classifications
F; F21; F21S; F21S4/00; F21S4/20; F21V; F21V33/00; F21V33/0004; F21V33/0012; F21V33/0016; F21W; F21W2121/00; F21W2121/004; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S362/00; Y10S362/806
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
132 words
In combination, a system having a rectangular frame for fitting in a window recess and for positioning a string of Christmas tree type lights inward facing in apertures in said frame for receiving respective sockets holding said lights, said string of lights including wiring connecting said sockets, said frame defining each said aperture as a hole through said frame from the outer side to the inner side and proportioned for passage of a said light therethrough, and a shoulder in each said hole proportioned for restraining a said socket from passing therethrough, and means for quick assembly of said string of lights to said frame by passing lights in sockets axially inward to an inward position from outside said frame, and means for retaining all said lights together at said inward position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
132 words
In combination, a system having a rectangular frame for fitting in a window recess and for positioning a string of Christmas tree type lights inward facing in apertures in said frame for receiving respective sockets holding said lights, said string of lights including wiring connecting said sockets, said frame defining each said aperture as a hole through said frame from the outer side to the inner side and proportioned for passage of a said light therethrough, and a shoulder in each said hole proportioned for restraining a said socket from passing therethrough, and means for quick assembly of said string of lights to said frame by passing lights in sockets axially inward to an inward position from outside said frame, and means for retaining all said lights together at said inward position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
In the combination as recited in claim 1, said means for retaining all said lights being resilient.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
In the combination as recited in claim 2, said means for resiliently retaining all said lights includes an elastomeric band positioned around said frame.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
21 words
In the combination as recited in claim 3, wherein said elastomeric band is positioned in a peripheral groove in said frame.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
14 words
In the combination as recited in claim 4, wherein said elastomeric band is continuous.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
In the combination as recited in claim 4, wherein said elastomeric band is proportioned for sealing said groove.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
31 words
In the combination as recited in claim 4, wherein said elastomeric band is proportioned for partially protruding outwardly from said frame for fitting said frame resiliently in a said window recess.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
30 words
In combination as recited in claim 1, and additionally at least one plunger-type resiliently biased clamp positioned in said frame for detachably fixing said frame in a said window recess.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1992-04-10 | 1992-10-10 | 1993-04-11 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-04-10 | 1996-10-10 | 1997-04-11 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-04-10 | 2000-10-10 | 2001-04-11 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |