Grain auger closing spout

US4540086A · kind A · utility

Inventors

• Gary L. David · Wichita, US
• David Harrington · Nashua, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Apr 16, 1984
• Grant date: Sep 10, 1985
• Expiry date: Apr 16, 2004

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B65G47/78
• WIPO field: Handling
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

An automatic closing spout for a combine grain auger which opens when there is grain passing through the auger comprising a pivotally mounted collecting bucket attached adjacent the discharge opening of the auger with counterweighted arms extending outwardly from the collecting bucket to hold the bucket in a closed position, but insufficient when the bucket is full of grain from dumping and allowing grain to discharge from the auger housing and including a secondary closing means in the form of a permanent magnet which holds the collecting bucket in its closed position to prevent premature discharge therefrom.