Inventors:
Thomas F. Soules - Richmond Heights OH
Jennifer I. Barry - Bay Village OH
Frederic F. Ahlgren - Euclid OH
Alexander L. Guba - South Euclid OH
Erwin G. Steinbrenner - Parma Heights OH
Assignee:
General Electric Company - Schenectady NY
International Classification:
H01J 1716
H01J 6130
Abstract:
A low pressure discharge lamp, particularly a compact fluorescent lamp, achieves an overall reduction in height by orienting ends of the envelope radially inward for connection to the base. This advantageously positions the electrodes housed within the envelope away from the base. Moreover, this mounting arrangement provides resistance against pull out forces and elimination of a cement to secure the envelope to the base, as well as other improved heat transfer benefits.