Operating member for clutch diaphragm spring, and process for mounting it thereon
US4565271A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 23, 1983 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 23, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16D23/145
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
For the operation of a diaphragm by a clutch release bearing, there is attached on the diaphragm an operating member comprising in the form of a single piece, an annular collar intended to act by means of a support face on the ends of the fingers of the diaphragm and at least two retaining shoulders adapted to secure it axially on the diaphragm. The retaining shoulders are turned axially in the direction of the support face of the collar. The support face, being curved, accommodates the bending of the fingers of the diaphragm. Advantageously the operating member is fitted onto the diaphragm without stressing any of the fingers thereof.
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