Inventors:
Dominic D. Cordiano - South Euclid OH
Joseph D. Kastelic - Euclid OH
Vernon E. Thomas - Rocky River OH
Assignee:
General Electric Company - Schenectady NY
International Classification:
H01R 3374
Abstract:
A plastic base for annular fluorescent lamps is disclosed comprising two semicylindrical parts. A first part comprises a dowel and a latch pin extending from the interior thereof; the second part comprising recesses for receiving the dowel and latch pin for securing the two parts in a fixed relationship. Additional means are provided for reducing the possibility of short circuits across the electrical leads. Also, the parts are shaped to require a minimum of undercuts, thereby simplifying the fabrication thereof.