Connector for track lighting systems

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1998-10-16

2000-03-07

Paumen, Gary F.

Electrical connectors

For interfitting with uninterrupted support rail or...

439 94, H01R 2500

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060332395

ABSTRACT:
An improved connector is disclosed for a track lighting system in which a light fixture is physically and electrically connected to a track. The track is elongated and defines a central longitudinal passageway. A voltage bus, a neutral bus, and a grounding element are disposed within the central longitudinal passageway. Means disposed above the central longitudinal passageway define a pair of opposing channels. The connector comprises a housing and a flange extending from the housing. The flange is received within an end of the central longitudinal passageway of the track by way of an interference fit, and the flange has electrical contacts for engaging the voltage bus, the neutral bus, and the grounding element disposed within the central longitudinal passageway. The connector further includes a tongue extending from the housing spaced apart from and generally parallel to the flange and having edge portions which engage the opposing channels of the track in an interference fit. The engagement between the tongue and the channels of the track enhances the physical connection between the connector and the track.

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