Split nut assembly
US4462731A · kind A · utility
27Cited by
6References
4Claims
0Family size
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | May 10, 1982 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B37/0892
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A split nut assembly for mounting on a threaded stud or shaft without passing over the end of the stud or shaft. The assembly consists of a nut divided into two equal parts and a shell equally divided. The shell when assembled fits over the nut so that the assembly can be rotated and tightened together. In a separate embodiment, lock nut capability is provided by providing tapered surfaces on the shell and the nut to force the latter radially against the stud or shaft while the assembly is tightened in place. In another embodiment, a press fit arrangement is provided.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.