Outboard drive axle hub seal with venting
US12281703B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 10, 2024 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 10, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16J15/3284
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A radial shaft seal includes an outer cover having a cylindrical portion configured to be received in a bore of a first member and a radial portion extending radially inward from an end of the cylindrical portion. An inner seal element includes a metal case with an inner cylindrical portion configured to be received on a second member and the metal case includes a radial portion extending radially outward from the inner cylindrical portion. The inner seal element includes a dynamic oil seal lip that extends from the radial portion of the metal case and engages the radial portion of the outer cover. The inner seal element includes a static oil seal lip that extends from the radial portion of the metal case and engages an inner cover.
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