Clutch release bearing mounting assembly
US4560053A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 14, 1983 |
| Grant date | Dec 24, 1985 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D23/146
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clutch release bearing mounting assembly attaches a release bearing to the diaphragm spring of a pull-type clutch. An actuating component has a radial engagement flange which coacts with a disengaging member such as a diaphragm spring on the side of the diaphragm spring remote from the release bearing. A resilient coupling member axially connects the actuating member to the release bearing in the clutch release direction, that is, away from the clutch. Retaining fingers are arranged on the other side of the diaphragm spring, adjacent the release bearing, and cooperate with the engagement flange for axially maintaining the actuating component on the diaphragm spring. An annular biasing spring is also located on the other side of the diaphragm spring for urging the engagement flange against the diaphragm spring. The annular biasing spring is separate from the retaining fingers and bears against the clutch release bearing and against the diaphragm spring radially outwardly of the retaining fingers. This arrangement provides a two-way axial connection between the release bearing and the diaphragm spring.
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