EP1936264A1 - Light containing device for vehicles - Google Patents

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EP1936264A1
EP1936264A1 EP07123348A EP07123348A EP1936264A1 EP 1936264 A1 EP1936264 A1 EP 1936264A1 EP 07123348 A EP07123348 A EP 07123348A EP 07123348 A EP07123348 A EP 07123348A EP 1936264 A1 EP1936264 A1 EP 1936264A1
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Frank Beneke
Wilhelm Westermann
Thomas Röbbecke
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F21—LIGHTING
    • F21S—NON-PORTABLE LIGHTING DEVICES; SYSTEMS THEREOF; VEHICLE LIGHTING DEVICES SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLE EXTERIORS
    • F21S41/00—Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps
    • F21S41/10—Illuminating devices specially adapted for vehicle exteriors, e.g. headlamps characterised by the light source
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  • the invention relates to a lamp holder device for vehicles with a bow-shaped retaining spring mounted pivotably on a bearing part, which can be brought from an unlocking position into a locking position fixing the position of the lamp for fastening a lamp to a lamp support connected to a reflector.
  • a lamp holding device for vehicles which provides a bow-shaped retaining spring for attaching a lamp to a collar of a reflector.
  • the retaining spring is pivotally mounted on a bearing part and is moved by pivoting from an unlocking position into a locking position in which the retaining spring is positively biased to the collar of the reflector. In the locking position, ends of the spring engage behind a fastening screw attached to the reflector holder.
  • a disadvantage of the known device is that for locking or unlocking the retaining spring must be moved transversely to the pivoting movement. The opening and closing of the retaining spring is difficult in particular in the presence of a small space. In addition, due to the need for an undercut, a multi-part of the lamp holder is necessary. Furthermore, finding the locking position after lamp replacement is difficult.
  • Object of the present invention is to develop a lamp holder for vehicles such that the locking or unlocking a lamp simplified and the production cost is reduced.
  • the invention in conjunction with the preamble of claim 1, characterized in that the retaining spring has at least two free ends which are each mounted in a bore of the bearing part, and that the bore of the bearing part are arranged offset from each other in parallel.
  • the invention allows a substantial simplification of the lamp replacement.
  • For locking or unlocking the retaining spring it is sufficient to pivot it from the unlocked position into the locking position or vice versa. An additional sideways movement is not required.
  • the contact force in the locking position of the retaining spring is non-positively and non-positively.
  • a spring tension occurs, which preferably presses in the axial direction on a stop surface of the lamp.
  • the size of the spring tension depends on the material thickness of the retaining spring and on the arrangement of the bores in which free ends of the retaining spring are mounted.
  • the manufacturing cost can be reduced, because additional fastening means for holding the retaining spring in the locking position are not required.
  • a spring tension is generated, which essentially allows only two pivot positions; on the one hand, the locking position in which presses the headband in the direction of the lamp axis on a perpendicular to the lamp axis extending flange of the lamp.
  • the unlocking position in which the retaining spring is pivoted about an obtuse or obtuse angle compared to the locking position.
  • the ends of the retaining spring are insertable formed in the respective bores of the bearing part.
  • the ends of the retaining spring are mounted with play in the bore, so that a simple pivoting of the retaining spring is made possible.
  • the retaining spring is preferably shaped such that the ends thereof are spread apart by applying opposing forces before they are inserted into the bores.
  • this can ensure a simple assembly and secure mounting of the ends of the retaining spring in the respective holes.
  • the retaining spring on a bracket portion which presses at least one stop surface a flange of the lamp axially against the collar of the reflector.
  • a defined axial holding force is generated in the locking position, which causes a secure attachment of the lamp in the opening of the reflector.
  • the bracket portion of the retaining spring on two legs each having a projecting in the axial direction of the lamp stop surfaces.
  • the bearing part can be integrally connected to the reflector.
  • the bearing part can be releasably connected to the reflector.
  • the bearing part can be snapped or screwed or pressed together with the retaining spring in a receptacle provided for this purpose of the reflector.
  • the retaining spring on a side opposite the ends of a handle part, so that a simple manual detection of the retaining spring is ensured.
  • a lighting unit for vehicles in particular a headlight for vehicles, essentially has a cup-shaped reflector 1 and a lamp 2.
  • the lamp 2 may be formed as a gas discharge lamp, incandescent lamp or the like.
  • the lamp 2 has a glass bulb 3 and a lamp cap 4.
  • the lamp is inserted with the glass bulb 3 through a rear reflector opening of the reflector 1 and spent by means of a lamp holder 5 in a locking position, in which a base portion (flange) 6 of the lamp 2 a collar of the reflector 1 is applied.
  • the lamp support may also be formed by a housing part or other components of the lighting unit. It is essential that the lamp 2 occupies a stationary position in the locking position relative to the other lighting components of the lighting unit.
  • the lamp holding device 5 is formed by a bow-shaped retaining spring 7, with its free ends 8, 8 'in holes 9, 9' of a bearing part 10 pivotally between a lamp 2 from the reflector opening 11 releasing unlocking position and a lamp 2 to the reflector first clamped holding locking position is stored.
  • the retaining spring 7 presses on opposing projecting stop surfaces 12, 12 'of a bracket portion 13 of the retaining spring 7 against the flange 6 of the lamp 2.
  • the stop surfaces 12, 12' are each associated with a leg 14, 14 'of the bracket portion 13 of the retaining spring 7 , In this way, a unique locking position of the retaining spring 7 can be ensured.
  • stop points or stop surfaces 12, 12 'and stop points may be provided instead of stop surfaces 12, 12'.
  • the retaining spring 7 is U-shaped or V-shaped, wherein the bracket portion 13 may converge on a the free ends 8, 8 'side facing away from a handle portion 15.
  • the handle part 15 is arranged protruding in the locking position from the holding plane H, so that a simple manual detection of the retaining spring 7 is ensured in particular for unlocking.
  • the grip part 15 can be arranged in the apex region of the retaining spring 7. Alternatively, the handle part may also be formed by a lateral bracket.
  • the retaining spring 7 is preferably formed of a resilient material, in particular of a wire material.
  • the free ends 8, 8 'of the retaining spring 7 are arranged taut so that they are stored in the holes 9, 9' when bent to form a mutually directed force. Due to the shape of the retaining spring 7 is held captive on the bearing part 10.
  • the bearing part 10 may be integrally formed on the reflector 1.
  • the bearing part 10 may also be detachably connected to the reflector 1, wherein it is held, for example latching in a receptacle of the reflector 1. It is essential that on the bearing part 10, the retaining spring 7 is pivotally mounted.
  • the lamp holding device may have a brake, so that an undesirable impact of the retaining spring 7 is prevented on the components to be held.

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Abstract

The lamp holding device (5) has the holding spring (7), which is brought from a releasing position into a locking position fixed in the position of the lamp (2) for mounting a lamp in a lamp support (1) connected with a reflector. The holding spring has free ends (8), which are supported in the hole of the bearing part. The holes of the bearing parts are arranged parallel to each other in displaced manner.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Lampenhaltevorrichtung für Fahrzeuge mit einer an einem Lagerteil schwenkbar gelagerten bügelförmigen Haltefeder, die zur Befestigung einer Lampe an einer mit einem Reflektor verbundenen Lampenauflage von einer Entriegelungsposition in eine die Lage der Lampe fixierende Verriegelungsposition bringbar ist.The invention relates to a lamp holder device for vehicles with a bow-shaped retaining spring mounted pivotably on a bearing part, which can be brought from an unlocking position into a locking position fixing the position of the lamp for fastening a lamp to a lamp support connected to a reflector.

Aus der DE 101 40 267 A1 ist eine Lampenhaltevorrichtung für Fahrzeuge bekannt, die zur Befestigung einer Lampe an einem Kragen eines Reflektors eine bügelförmige Haltefeder vorsieht. Die Haltefeder ist schwenkbar an einem Lagerteil befestigt und wird durch Verschwenken aus einer Entriegelungsposition in eine Verriegelungsposition bewegt, in der die Haltefeder formschlüssig an dem Kragen des Reflektors vorgespannt ist. In der Verriegelungsposition hintergreifen Enden der Feder einen über Befestigungsschrauben an dem Reflektor befestigten Halter. Nachteilig an der bekannten Vorrichtung ist, dass zum Verriegeln bzw. Entriegeln die Haltefeder quer zur Schwenkbewegung bewegt werden muss. Das Öffnen und Verschließen der Haltefeder ist insbesondere bei Vorliegen eines geringen Bauraums schwierig. Darüber hinaus ist aufgrund der Notwendigkeit eines Hinterschnitts eine Mehrteiligkeit der Lampenhaltevorrichtung notwendig. Ferner ist das auffinden der Verriegelungsposition nach einem Lampenwechsel schwierig.From the DE 101 40 267 A1 a lamp holding device for vehicles is known, which provides a bow-shaped retaining spring for attaching a lamp to a collar of a reflector. The retaining spring is pivotally mounted on a bearing part and is moved by pivoting from an unlocking position into a locking position in which the retaining spring is positively biased to the collar of the reflector. In the locking position, ends of the spring engage behind a fastening screw attached to the reflector holder. A disadvantage of the known device is that for locking or unlocking the retaining spring must be moved transversely to the pivoting movement. The opening and closing of the retaining spring is difficult in particular in the presence of a small space. In addition, due to the need for an undercut, a multi-part of the lamp holder is necessary. Furthermore, finding the locking position after lamp replacement is difficult.

Aufgabe der vorliegenden Erfindung ist es, eine Lampenhaltevorrichtung für Fahrzeuge derart weiterzubilden, dass das Verriegeln bzw. Entriegeln einer Lampe vereinfacht und der Herstellungsaufwand verringert wird.Object of the present invention is to develop a lamp holder for vehicles such that the locking or unlocking a lamp simplified and the production cost is reduced.

Zur Lösung dieser Aufgabe ist die Erfindung in Verbindung mit dem Oberbegriff des Patentanspruchs 1 dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Haltefeder mindestens zwei freie Enden aufweist, die jeweils in einer Bohrung des Lagerteils gelagert sind, und dass die Bohrung des Lagerteils parallel versetzt zueinander angeordnet sind.To achieve this object, the invention in conjunction with the preamble of claim 1, characterized in that the retaining spring has at least two free ends which are each mounted in a bore of the bearing part, and that the bore of the bearing part are arranged offset from each other in parallel.

Vorteilhaft ermöglicht die Erfindung eine wesentliche Vereinfachung des Lampenwechsels. Zum Verriegeln bzw. Entriegeln der Haltefeder ist es ausreichend, diese aus der Entriegelungsposition in die Verriegelungsposition oder vice versa zu verschwenken. Eine zusätzliche Seitwärtsbewegung ist nicht erforderlich. Die Anpresskraft in der Verriegelungsposition der Haltefeder erfolgt kraftschlüssig und nicht formschlüssig. Beim Verschwenken des Haltebügels tritt eine Federspannung auf, die vorzugsweise in axialer Richtung auf eine Anschlagfläche der Lampe drückt. Die Größe der Federspannung ist abhängig von der Materialstärke der Haltefeder und von der Anordnung der Bohrungen, in denen freie Enden der Haltefeder gelagert sind. Vorteilhaft kann der Herstellungsaufwand reduziert werden, weil zusätzliche Befestigungsmittel für das Halten der Haltefeder in der Verriegelungsposition nicht erforderlich sind.Advantageously, the invention allows a substantial simplification of the lamp replacement. For locking or unlocking the retaining spring, it is sufficient to pivot it from the unlocked position into the locking position or vice versa. An additional sideways movement is not required. The contact force in the locking position of the retaining spring is non-positively and non-positively. When pivoting the retaining clip, a spring tension occurs, which preferably presses in the axial direction on a stop surface of the lamp. The size of the spring tension depends on the material thickness of the retaining spring and on the arrangement of the bores in which free ends of the retaining spring are mounted. Advantageously, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, because additional fastening means for holding the retaining spring in the locking position are not required.

Nach einer bevorzugten Ausführungsform der Erfindung sind Bohrungsachsen der die Enden der Haltefedern aufnehmenden Bohrungen in Richtung einer Lampenachse und/oder quer zu der Lampenachse gegeneinander versetzt angeordnet. Hierdurch wird eine Federspannung erzeugt, die im Wesentlichen lediglich zwei Schwenkstellungen zulässt; zum einen die Verriegelungsposition, in der der Haltebügel in Richtung der Lampenachse auf eine senkrecht zur Lampenachse verlaufenden Flansch der Lampe drückt. Zum anderen die Entriegelungsposition, in der die Haltefeder um einen stumpfen oder überstumpfen Winkel im Vergleich zur Verriegelungsposition verschwenkt ist.According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, bore axes of the ends of the retaining springs receiving bores in the direction of a lamp axis and / or transversely to the lamp axis offset from each other. As a result, a spring tension is generated, which essentially allows only two pivot positions; on the one hand, the locking position in which presses the headband in the direction of the lamp axis on a perpendicular to the lamp axis extending flange of the lamp. On the other hand, the unlocking position in which the retaining spring is pivoted about an obtuse or obtuse angle compared to the locking position.

Nach einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung sind die Enden der Haltefeder einsteckbar in die jeweiligen Bohrungen des Lagerteils ausgebildet. Vorzugsweise sind die Enden der Haltefeder mit Spiel in der Bohrung gelagert, so dass ein einfaches Verschwenken der Haltefeder ermöglicht wird. Die Haltefeder ist vorzugsweise derart geformt, dass die Enden derselben unter Aufbringen von entgegengesetzten Kräften gespreizt werden, bevor sie in die Bohrungen eingesteckt werden. Vorteilhaft kann hierdurch eine einfache Montage und eine sichere Lagerung der Enden der Haltefeder in den jeweiligen Bohrungen gewährleistet sein.According to a development of the invention, the ends of the retaining spring are insertable formed in the respective bores of the bearing part. Preferably, the ends of the retaining spring are mounted with play in the bore, so that a simple pivoting of the retaining spring is made possible. The retaining spring is preferably shaped such that the ends thereof are spread apart by applying opposing forces before they are inserted into the bores. Advantageously, this can ensure a simple assembly and secure mounting of the ends of the retaining spring in the respective holes.

Nach einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung weist die Haltefeder einen Bügelabschnitt auf, die mit mindestens einer Anschlagfläche einen Flansch der Lampe axial gegen den Kragen des Reflektors drückt. Vorteilhaft wird in der Verriegelungsposition eine definierte axiale Haltekraft erzeugt, die eine sichere Befestigung der Lampe in der Öffnung des Reflektors bewirkt.According to a development of the invention, the retaining spring on a bracket portion which presses at least one stop surface a flange of the lamp axially against the collar of the reflector. Advantageously, a defined axial holding force is generated in the locking position, which causes a secure attachment of the lamp in the opening of the reflector.

Nach einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung weist der Bügelabschnitt der Haltefeder zwei Schenkel auf, die jeweils über eine in axialer Richtung der Lampe vorspringende Anschlagflächen aufweisen. Hierdurch wird eine eindeutige Verriegelungsposition der Haltefeder ermöglicht.According to a development of the invention, the bracket portion of the retaining spring on two legs, each having a projecting in the axial direction of the lamp stop surfaces. As a result, an unambiguous locking position of the retaining spring is made possible.

Nach einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung kann das Lagerteil einstückig mit dem Reflektor verbunden sein. Vorteilhaft braucht hierdurch lediglich die Haltefeder an dem Reflektor montiert werden um eine Befestigung der Lampe zu ermöglichen.According to a development of the invention, the bearing part can be integrally connected to the reflector. Advantageously, this only needs the retaining spring to be mounted on the reflector to allow attachment of the lamp.

Nach einer alternativen Ausführungsform kann das Lagerteil lösbar mit dem Reflektor verbunden sein. Vorteilhaft kann beispielsweise das Lagerteil zusammen mit der Haltefeder in eine dafür vorgesehene Aufnahme des Reflektors eingerastet oder angeschraubt oder eingepresst werden.According to an alternative embodiment, the bearing part can be releasably connected to the reflector. Advantageously, for example, the bearing part can be snapped or screwed or pressed together with the retaining spring in a receptacle provided for this purpose of the reflector.

Nach einer Weiterbildung der Erfindung weist die Haltefeder auf einer den Enden gegenüberliegenden Seite ein Griffteil auf, so dass das ein einfaches manuelles Erfassen der Haltefeder gewährleistet ist.According to a development of the invention, the retaining spring on a side opposite the ends of a handle part, so that a simple manual detection of the retaining spring is ensured.

Ein Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung wird nachfolgend anhand der Zeichnungen näher erläutert.An embodiment of the invention will be explained in more detail with reference to the drawings.

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Fig. 1
eine perspektivische Darstellung einer Lampenhaltevorrichtung in einer Verriegelungsposition einer Haltefeder, wobei ein Reflektor einer Leuchteinheit lediglich teilweise dargestellt ist,
Fig. 2
eine Seitenansicht der Lampenhaltevorrichtung gemäß Figur 1,
Fig. 3
eine Darstellung der Lampenhaltevorrichtung in Richtung X gemäß Figur 2,
Fig. 4
eine Darstellung der Lampenhaltevorrichtung in Richtung Y gemäß Figur 2 und
Fig. 5
einen Schnitt durch die Lampenhaltevorrichtung entlang der Linie V-V in Figur 4.
The drawings show:
Fig. 1
a perspective view of a lamp holding device in a locking position of a retaining spring, wherein a reflector of a lighting unit is only partially shown,
Fig. 2
a side view of the lamp holding device according to FIG. 1 .
Fig. 3
a representation of the lamp holder in the direction X according to FIG. 2 .
Fig. 4
a representation of the lamp holder in the direction Y according to FIG. 2 and
Fig. 5
a section through the lamp holder along the line VV in FIG. 4 ,

Eine Leuchteinheit für Fahrzeuge, insbesondere ein Scheinwerfer für Fahrzeuge, weist im Wesentlichen einen topfförmigen Reflektor 1 und eine Lampe 2 auf. Die Lampe 2 kann als Gasentladungslampe, Glühlampe oder dergleichen ausgebildet sein.A lighting unit for vehicles, in particular a headlight for vehicles, essentially has a cup-shaped reflector 1 and a lamp 2. The lamp 2 may be formed as a gas discharge lamp, incandescent lamp or the like.

Die Lampe 2 weist einen Glaskolben 3 und einen Lampensockel 4 auf. Zur Befestigung der Lampe 2 an einer mit dem Reflektor 1 verbundenen Lampenauflage wird die Lampe mit dem Glaskolben 3 durch eine rückseitige Reflektoröffnung des Reflektors 1 eingesetzt und mittels einer Lampenhaltevorrichtung 5 in eine Verriegelungsposition verbracht, in der ein Sockelabschnitt (Flansch) 6 der Lampe 2 an einem Kragen des Reflektors 1 anliegt. Alternativ kann die Lampenauflage auch durch ein Gehäuseteil oder andere Komponenten der Leuchteinheit gebildet sein. Wesentlich ist, dass die Lampe 2 in der Verriegelungsposition eine ortsfeste Lage im Verhältnis zu den anderen lichttechnischen Komponenten der Leuchteinheit einnimmt.The lamp 2 has a glass bulb 3 and a lamp cap 4. For fixing the lamp 2 to a lamp support connected to the reflector 1, the lamp is inserted with the glass bulb 3 through a rear reflector opening of the reflector 1 and spent by means of a lamp holder 5 in a locking position, in which a base portion (flange) 6 of the lamp 2 a collar of the reflector 1 is applied. Alternatively, the lamp support may also be formed by a housing part or other components of the lighting unit. It is essential that the lamp 2 occupies a stationary position in the locking position relative to the other lighting components of the lighting unit.

Die Lampenhaltevorrichtung 5 ist gebildet durch eine bügelförmige Haltefeder 7, die mit ihren freien Enden 8, 8' in Bohrungen 9, 9' eines Lagerteils 10 schwenkbar zwischen einer die Lampe 2 aus der Reflektoröffnung 11 freigebenden Entriegelungsposition und einer die Lampe 2 an dem Reflektor 1 klemmend haltenden Verriegelungsposition gelagert ist.The lamp holding device 5 is formed by a bow-shaped retaining spring 7, with its free ends 8, 8 'in holes 9, 9' of a bearing part 10 pivotally between a lamp 2 from the reflector opening 11 releasing unlocking position and a lamp 2 to the reflector first clamped holding locking position is stored.

Wie insbesondere aus den Figuren 2 und 3 ersichtlich ist, sind Bohrungsachsen B, B' der Bohrungen 9 bzw. 9' in Richtung einer Lampenachse L und/oder quer zu der Lampenachse L gegeneinander versetzt angeordnet. Hierdurch wird beispielsweise eine Versatzlänge V in Richtung der Lampenachse L und eine Versatzlänge V' quer zur Lampenachse L gebildet. Durch die versetzte Lagerung der Enden 8, 8' an dem Lagerteil 10 wird eine Federspannung erzeugt, die derart ausgebildet ist, dass beim Verschwenken der Haltefeder 7 dieselbe die Neigung hat, entweder die Verriegelungsposition oder die um einen stumpfen oder überstumpfen Schwenkwinkel versetzte Entriegelungsposition einzunehmen. Hierdurch wird bedienungsfreundlich sichergestellt, dass entweder die Verriegelungsposition oder die Entriegelungsposition eingenommen wird. In der Verriegelungsposition drückt die Haltefeder 7 über gegenüberliegende vorstehende Anschlagflächen 12, 12' eines Bügelabschnitts 13 der Haltefeder 7 gegen den Flansch 6 der Lampe 2. Die Anschlagflächen 12, 12' sind jeweils einem Schenkel 14, 14' des Bügelabschnitts 13 der Haltefeder 7 zugeordnet. Hierdurch kann eine eindeutige Verriegelungsposition der Haltefeder 7 gewährleistet sein. Alternativ können statt Anschlagflächen 12, 12' auch Anschlagpunkte oder Anschlagflächen 12, 12' und Anschlagpunkte vorgesehen sein.As in particular from the FIGS. 2 and 3 can be seen, bore axes B, B 'of the holes 9 and 9' in the direction of a lamp axis L and / or transversely to the lamp axis L offset from each other. As a result, for example, an offset length V in the direction of the lamp axis L and an offset length V 'formed transversely to the lamp axis L. By the staggered mounting of the ends 8, 8 'on the bearing part 10, a spring tension is generated, which is designed such that during pivoting of the retaining spring 7 has the same tendency to occupy either the locking position or offset by an obtuse or obtuse pivot angle unlocking position. This ensures easy to use that either the locking position or the unlocked position is taken. In the locking position, the retaining spring 7 presses on opposing projecting stop surfaces 12, 12 'of a bracket portion 13 of the retaining spring 7 against the flange 6 of the lamp 2. The stop surfaces 12, 12' are each associated with a leg 14, 14 'of the bracket portion 13 of the retaining spring 7 , In this way, a unique locking position of the retaining spring 7 can be ensured. Alternatively, stop points or stop surfaces 12, 12 'and stop points may be provided instead of stop surfaces 12, 12'.

Wie insbesondere aus Figur 2 ersichtlich ist, liegen die Anschlagflächen 12, 12' in der Verriegelungsposition in einer Halteebene H an dem Flansch 6 an, wobei die Halteebene H in Richtung der Lampenachse L axial versetzt zu den Bohrungsachsen B, B' des Lagerteils 10 verläuft.As in particular from FIG. 2 it can be seen, are the stop surfaces 12, 12 'in the locking position in a holding plane H to the flange 6, wherein the holding plane H in the direction of the lamp axis L axially offset from the bore axes B, B' of the bearing part 10 extends.

Die Haltefeder 7 ist U-förmig oder V-förmig ausgebildet, wobei der Bügelabschnitt 13 auf einer den freien Enden 8, 8' abgewandten Seite zu einem Griffteil 15 zusammenlaufen kann. Das Griffteil 15 ist in der Verriegelungsposition aus der Halteebene H hervorstehend angeordnet, so dass ein einfaches manuelles Erfassen der Haltefeder 7 insbesondere zur Entriegelung gewährleistet ist. Das Griffteil 15 kann im Scheitelbereich der Haltefeder 7 angeordnet sein. Alternativ kann das Griffteil auch durch einen seitlichen Bügel gebildet sein.The retaining spring 7 is U-shaped or V-shaped, wherein the bracket portion 13 may converge on a the free ends 8, 8 'side facing away from a handle portion 15. The handle part 15 is arranged protruding in the locking position from the holding plane H, so that a simple manual detection of the retaining spring 7 is ensured in particular for unlocking. The grip part 15 can be arranged in the apex region of the retaining spring 7. Alternatively, the handle part may also be formed by a lateral bracket.

Die Haltefeder 7 ist vorzugsweise aus einem federnden Material, insbesondere aus einem Drahtmaterial gebildet. Die freien Enden 8, 8' der Haltefeder 7 sind gespannt angeordnet, so dass sie bei Aufbiegen unter Bildung einer zueinander gerichteten Kraft in den Bohrungen 9, 9' gelagert werden. Durch die Form ist die Haltefeder 7 verliersicher an dem Lagerteil 10 gehaltert.The retaining spring 7 is preferably formed of a resilient material, in particular of a wire material. The free ends 8, 8 'of the retaining spring 7 are arranged taut so that they are stored in the holes 9, 9' when bent to form a mutually directed force. Due to the shape of the retaining spring 7 is held captive on the bearing part 10.

Das Lagerteil 10 kann einstückig an dem Reflektor 1 angeformt sein.The bearing part 10 may be integrally formed on the reflector 1.

Nach einer alternativen Ausführungsform kann das Lagerteil 10 auch lösbar mit dem Reflektor 1 verbunden sein, wobei es beispielsweise rastend in einer Aufnahme des Reflektors 1 gehalten ist. Wesentlich ist, dass an dem Lagerteil 10 die Haltefeder 7 schwenkbar gelagert ist.According to an alternative embodiment, the bearing part 10 may also be detachably connected to the reflector 1, wherein it is held, for example latching in a receptacle of the reflector 1. It is essential that on the bearing part 10, the retaining spring 7 is pivotally mounted.

Nach einer alternativen Ausführungsform der Erfindung kann die Lampenhaltevorrichtung eine Bremse aufweisen, so dass ein unerwünschtes Aufschlagen der Haltefeder 7 auf die zu haltenden Komponenten verhindert wird.According to an alternative embodiment of the invention, the lamp holding device may have a brake, so that an undesirable impact of the retaining spring 7 is prevented on the components to be held.

BezugszeichenlisteLIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

11
Lampenauflagelamp edition
22
Lampelamp
33
Glaskolbenflask
44
Lampensockellamp base
55
LampenhaltevorrichtungLamp holder
66
Sockelabschnittbase section
77
Haltefederretaining spring
8, 8'8, 8 '
Enden der HaltefederEnds of the retaining spring
9, 9'9, 9 '
Bohrungendrilling
1010
Lagerteilbearing part
1111
Reflektoröffnung / Öffnung der Anlagefläche des BauteilsReflector opening / opening of the contact surface of the component
12, 12'12, 12 '
Anschlagfläche bzw. -punkteStop surface or points
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Bügelabschnittbow section
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Griffteilhandle part
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Lampenhaltevorrichtung für Fahrzeuge mit einer an einem Lagerteil schwenkbar gelagerten bügelförmigen Haltefeder, die zur Befestigung einer Lampe an einer mit einem Reflektor verbundenen Lampenauflage von einer Entriegelungsposition in eine die Lage der Lampe fixierende Verriegelungsposition bringbar ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Haltefeder (7) mindestens zwei freie Enden (8, 8') aufweist, die jeweils in einer Bohrung (9, 9') des Lagerteils (10) gelagert sind, und dass die Bohrung (9, 9') des Lagerteils (10) parallel versetzt zueinander angeordnet sind.Lamp holder device for vehicles with a pivotable mounted on a bearing part bow-shaped retaining spring, which can be brought for fixing a lamp to a reflector connected to a lamp support from an unlocking position in a position fixing the lamp locking position, characterized in that the retaining spring (7) at least two has free ends (8, 8 ') which are each mounted in a bore (9, 9') of the bearing part (10), and that the bore (9, 9 ') of the bearing part (10) are arranged offset parallel to each other. Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach Anspruch 1, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die die Enden (8, 8') der Haltefeder (7) aufnehmenden Bohrungen (9. 9') Bohrungsachsen (B, B') aufweisen, die in Richtung einer Lampenachse (L) und/oder quer zu der Lampenachse (L) gegeneinander versetzt angeordnet sind.Lamp holder device according to claim 1, characterized in that the bores (9.9 ') receiving the ends (8, 8') of the retaining spring (7) have bore axes (B, B ') pointing in the direction of a lamp axis (L) and / or transversely to the lamp axis (L) offset from each other. Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach Anspruch 1 oder 2, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Enden (8, 8') der Haltefeder (7) einsteckbar in den Bohrungen (9, 9') ausgebildet sind.Lamp holding device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the ends (8, 8 ') of the retaining spring (7) can be inserted in the bores (9, 9'). Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 3, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Haltefeder (7) einen Bügelabschnitt (13) mit mindestens einer Anschlagfläche (12, 12') und/oder Anschlagpunkte aufweist, die in der Verriegelungsposition einen Sockelabschnitt (Flansch 6) der Lampe (2) axial gegen die Lampenauflage des Reflektors (1) drückt.Lamp holding device according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the retaining spring (7) has a bow portion (13) with at least one stop surface (12, 12 ') and / or attachment points, in the locking position, a base portion (flange 6) Lamp (2) axially against the lamp support of the reflector (1) presses. Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 4, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass der Bügelabschnitt (13) zwei Schenkel (14, 14') aufweist, die jeweils eine in axialer Richtung der Lampe (2) vorstehende Anschlagfläche (12, 12') und/oder Anschlagpunkte aufweisen.Lamp holder according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the bracket portion (13) has two legs (14, 14 '), each in the axial direction of the lamp (2) projecting abutment surface (12, 12') and / or Have attachment points. Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Lagerteil (10) einstückig mit dem Reflektor (1) verbunden ist.Lamp holder device according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the bearing part (10) is integrally connected to the reflector (1). Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 5, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Lagerteil (10) lösbar mit dem Reflektor (1) verbunden ist.Lamp holder device according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the bearing part (10) is detachably connected to the reflector (1). Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 7, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass sich die Anschlagfläche (12, 12') der Haltefeder (7) in der Verriegelungsposition in einer Halteebene (H) erstreckt, die in Richtung des Lampenkolbens (3) axial versetzt zu den Bohrungsachsen (B, B') des Lagerteils (10) verläuft.Lamp holder device according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the stop surface (12, 12 ') of the retaining spring (7) in the locking position in a holding plane (H) extending in the direction of the lamp envelope (3) axially offset from the Bore axes (B, B ') of the bearing part (10) extends. Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 8, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Haltefeder (7) U-förmig oder V-förmig ausgebildet ist, wobei der Bügelabschnitt (13) auf einer den freien Enden (8, 8') abgewandten Seite zu einem Griffteil (15) zusammenläuft.Lamp holder device according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the retaining spring (7) is U-shaped or V-shaped, wherein the bracket portion (13) on a free ends (8, 8 ') side facing away from a handle part (15) converges. Lampenhaltevorrichtung nach einem der Ansprüche 1 bis 9, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Haltefeder (7) aus einem federnden Material, insbesondere Drahtmaterial, gebildet ist.Lamp holder device according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the retaining spring (7) made of a resilient material, in particular wire material is formed.
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