Patents Assigned to Translite, Ltd.
  • Fast lamp current limiting apparatus and method
    Patent number: 5191501
    Abstract: A sensitive and fast low voltage lamp system controller to provide safe operation of "bare wire" systems that are particularly attractive for use in exhibition and tradeshow booth lighting. The high sensitivity is achieved by emphasizing high frequency noise present during shorts and by proportionately limiting the instantaneous current that tracks the line AC voltage waveform; fast response is provided by a power FET coupled to a bridge rectifier in series with the load and both then in series with a protection relay.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 1990
    Date of Patent: March 2, 1993
    Assignee: Translite, Ltd.
    Inventor: David A. Blau