CPC Subgroup
F21K 9/23 Retrofit light sources for lighting devices with a single fitting for each light source, e.g. for substitution of incandescent lamps with bayonet or threaded fittings
Full Title
Light sources using semiconductor devices as light-generating elements, e.g. using light-emitting diodes [LED] or lasers > Light sources comprising attachment means > Retrofit light sources for lighting devices with a single fitting for each light source, e.g. for substitution of incandescent lamps with bayonet or threaded fittings
5 direct subcodes
Child Classifications
Navigate with arrow keys, Enter to open
- F21K 9/232 specially adapted for generating an essentially omnidirectional light distribution, e.g. with a glass bulb
- F21K 9/233 specially adapted for generating a spot light distribution, e.g. for substitution of reflector lamps
- F21K 9/235 Details of bases or caps, i.e. the parts that connect the light source to a fitting; Arrangement of components within bases or caps (F21K9/238 takes precedence)
- F21K 9/237 Details of housings or cases, i.e. the parts between the light-generating element and the bases; Arrangement of components within housings or cases (F21K9/238 takes precedence)
- F21K 9/238 Arrangement or mounting of circuit elements integrated in the light source
Top Applicants
Top 10 applicants by patent filingsfor class F21, 2013–2023, worldwide · Source: EPO PATSTAT
- VALEO VISION FR 2,820
- SIGNIFY HOLDING NL 2,374
- KOITO MANUFACTURING COMPANY JP 1,890
- KOITO MANUFACTURING COMPANY 1,722
- LG INNOTEK COMPANY KR 1,624
- OSRAM DE 1,507
- LG ELECTRONICS KR 1,458
- PANASONIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY JP 1,433
- ZUMTOBEL LIGHTING AT 1,349
- PANASONIC INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY 1,275