Abstract: Apparatus for providing radiation includes an envelope and a cathode arrangement disposed within the envelope. The cathode arrangement includes an element for establishing an electrical contact. A dispenser is also disposed within the envelope. The dispenser carries mercury or a mercury alloy. A support element supports the dispenser. The support element extends from the dispenser through the envelope to provide an independent electrical contact for the dispenser.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 13, 1995
Date of Patent:
May 19, 1998
Assignee:
Masonlite Limited
Inventors:
Christopher Thomas Skilton, Paul Hanlon James Beatty
Abstract: Phosphor coatings for use in mercury discharge tubes and glass plates for illuminated signboards are provided by applying phosphor particles to a surface by means of a binder. The phosphor and an inorganic binder are suspended in a volatile fluid. The suspension is used to coat the surface. Evaporation at a temperature not exceeding 175.degree. C. is used to remove the volatile fluid.