BACKGROUND

The present invention relates to a handle adapter assembly for attachment to a paint roller and, in particular, to a handle adapter assembly with a light assembly.

Paint rollers are used for painting on a large surface area, such as on walls, ceilings, floors, etc. The paint roller may be coupled to an extension member (e.g., pole) by a handle adapter for extending a range of the paint roller to facilitate painting of large surface areas and/or allowing a user to reach a portion of the surface area that was previously out of reach.

SUMMARY

In one embodiment, the invention provides a handle adapter assembly for attaching to a paint applicator. The handle adapter assembly includes a housing having a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The housing includes a first connector positioned at the first end. The first connector is configured to attach to the paint applicator. The housing also includes an outer surface extending between the first end and the second end. One or more light sources is supported by the housing. A power source is supported by the housing. The power source is electrically connected to the one or more light sources. A bumper member is supported by the housing. The bumper member extends outwardly beyond the outer surface of the housing.

In another embodiment, the invention provides a handle adapter assembly for attaching to a paint applicator. The handle adapter assembly includes a housing having a first end and a second end. The housing defines a longitudinal axis extending through the first end and the second end. The housing includes a first connector positioned at the first end. The first connector is configured to attach to the paint applicator. An annular printed circuit board is supported by the housing and positioned concentrically with the longitudinal axis. One or more LEDs is positioned on the annular printed circuit board. A power source is supported by the housing. The power source is electrically connected to the printed circuit board and to the one or more LEDs.

In yet another embodiment, the invention provides a handle adapter assembly for attaching to a paint applicator. The handle adapter assembly includes a housing having a first end and a second end. The housing defines a longitudinal axis extending through the first end and the second end. The housing includes a threaded stem portion positioned at the first end and a threaded bore portion positioned at the second end. The housing defines a cavity. One or more light sources is supported by the housing. A battery compartment assembly is supported by the housing and positioned within the cavity. The battery compartment assembly includes a battery receptacle configured to receive a battery. The battery receptacle extends along a second axis that is angled relative to the longitudinal axis.

Other aspects of the invention will become apparent by consideration of the detailed description and accompanying drawings.

