SCISSORS WORKLIGHT

LAMPE DE TRAVAIL A DEUX BASES

English Abstract

A portable worklight having at least two base sections that
are operable between open and closed positions. The base sections
are pivotally connected and when in a closed position, the base
sections nest together. When in an open position, the base
sections support said worklight in an upright position by
providing opposingly located support sections.

Claims

The embodiments of the invention in which an exclusive property
or privilege is claimed are defined as follows:
1. A portable worklight operable between open and closed
positions comprising:
a light housing comprising a light source;
an outer base section and an inner base section;
said outer base section has four legs which form a
frame and said inner base section comprising two opposingly
located legs located in between said legs of said outer base
section;
said light housing attached to said legs of said inner
base section;
said legs of said base sections pivotally connected;
in said closed position, said base sections nest
together with said frame formed by said outer base section
surrounding said light housing and said inner base section; and
in said open position, said base sections support said
light housing in an upright position.
2. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said inner base
section includes a third leg which results in the formation of
a three-sided frame.
3. The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said outer legs are
longer in length than said inner legs.
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Description

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Background of the Invention
The invention relates to a portable worklight and more
specifically, a portable worklight that uses a foldable stand
that collapses inwardly to.produce.a slim-profile light that is
compact for storage purposes.
Summary of the Invention
In the field of portable worklights there is a competing
design consideration between the need for a sturdy base to
support the worklight and the need to provide a compact design
for ease of storage. A sturdy base with a wide foot print is
desirable so that the light is placed in the most stable
position possible. On the other hand, the wider the foot print
of the base, the more space is required to store the worklight.
The present invention provides a solution to both competing
design considerations. It provides two frames that are
pivotally connected and extend between open and closed
positions. In an open position, the frames provide a base which
supports the worklight. In a closed position, the frames nest
together to reduce the space needed to store the device.
Consequently, the present invention seeks to provide a
worklight with foldable frames or base sections that act as a
base when in an open position and which nest together when in a
closed position for ease of storage.
More particularly the invention in one broad aspect
provides a portable worklight operable between open and closed
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positions comprising a light housing comprising a light source,
an outer base section and an inner base section, the outer base
section having four legs which form a frame and the inner base
section comprising two opposingly located legs located in
between the legs of the outer base section. The light housing
is attached to the legs of the inner base section and the legs
of the base sections are pivotally connected. In the closed
position, the base sections nest together with the frame formed
by the outer base section surrounding the light housing and the
inner base section and in the open position, the base sections
support the light housing in an upright position.
Brief Description of the Drawings
The novel features which are characteristic of the present
invention are set forth in the appended claims. However, the
invention's preferred embodiment, together with further objects
and attendant advantages, will be best understood by reference
to the following detailed description taken in connection with
the accompanying drawings in which:
Figure 1 is a front perspective view of one embodiment of
the present invention.
Figure 2 is a side view of the embodiment shown in Figure
1.
Figure 3 is a rear perspective view of the embodiment shown
in Figure 1.
Figure 4 is a partial front view taken along line 4 - 4.
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Detailed Descriy~tion Of The Preferred Embodiment
Set forth below is a description of what is currently
believed to be the preferred embodiment or best example of the
invention claimed. Future and present alternatives and
modifications to the preferred embodiment are contemplated. Any
alternates or modifications in which insubstantial changes in
function, in purpose, in structure or in result are intended to
be covered by the claims of this patent.
As shown in Figure 1, the worklight 10 of the present
invention includes a light housing 12 which contains a lamp (not
shown), grill 14, and handle 16 and the other components needed
to create a working light. Light housing 12 is pivotally
connected to first frame or base section 40 by fasteners 21 and
23. As shown in Figures 1 and 3, a switch 30 is connected to
light housing 12 and electrical receptacle 32 for the electrical
operation of the lamp. Receptacle 32 may also include external
outlets 34 and 36 which may be used to energize other electrical
devices. An extension cord 20 may also be provided to energize
the light and outlets 34 and 36 and which may stored on holder
71. First frame or base section 40 is pivotally connected to
second frame or base section 50 by fasteners 51 and 53.
As shown, the frames may be rectangular or square-like in
configuration or in other shapes which may nest together. Frame
40 has a base portion 42, opposing sides 44 and 46 and free ends
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47 and 48 to which light housing 12 is pivotally connected.
Frame 50 is similarly constructed with a base 52, opposing sides
54 and 56 and top 58. The overall length and width of first
frame 40 with attached light housing 12 is sized to fit within
second frame 50. Configuring the frames in this manner permits
the frames to pivot, scissor-like, about fasteners 51 and 53
between open and closed positions.
In an open position, bases 42 and 52 are opposing located
and form a support upon which the worklight rests in an upright
position. In a closed position, the frames or base sections nest
together as shown in Figures 2 and 4. This reduces the foot
print of the base as well as the total space occupied by the
worklight. This, in turn, makes it easier to store the light.
In use, the frames or base sections are moved from a closed
position as shown in Figure 2 to an open position as shown in
Figure 1. Extension cord 20 is then connected to an outlet which
energizes receptacle 32 which, in turn, and in combination with
switch 30, operates to energize the lamp. To return the device
to storage, the frames or base sections are directed inwardly
until nested. The device then may be hung on a support surface
by inserting a hook or a similar object through opening 70 which
is located between top 58 and light housing 12.

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It should be understood that various changes and
modifications to the preferred embodiment described would be
apparent to those skilled in the art. Changes and modifications
can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the
present invention and without diminishing its intended
advantages. It is, therefore, intended that such changes and
modifications be covered by the following claims.
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Representative Drawing