Abstract: An improved magnetic tool holder for tape measures is provided in which a spoked keeper plate is mounted on the tool to be held in the tool holder. This results in a uniform holding force around the circumference of the holder so that the tool can be securely held in the receptacle and can be readily and easily removed by application of a controlled force. The holding force can be varied by varying the number of spokes and the width of the spokes. A self-centering ring and receptacle is provided to produce an audible click when the tool is properly seated with the keeper plate in intimate contact with the magnet and pole piece.

Abstract: A lamp assembly having a plurality of individual bulb sub-assemblies together with lens covers is provided in which bulb sub-assemblies can be simply and easily snapped together and then encapsulated in a molded base member than can be readily inserted and removed from the overall lamp housing. A lamp assembly with several bulb sub-assemblies can be quickly and easily installed on a vehicle with a single electrical connection. The individual lens covers and bulbs can be easily serviced. The bulb sub-assemblies are constructed from a simple connector plate and housing which are assembled in multiple units along a pair of conductors to form the desired electrical and mechanical mounting for the individual bulbs and proper mating with the lamp assembly housing.