Motor and gear mounting bracket
US4869455A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 11, 1988 |
| Grant date | Sep 26, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 11, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/19679
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A snap-fit fastening or mounting arrangement for a motor having a mounting flange. The fastening or mounting arrangement includes a side frame member having a pair of spring-like snap elements that are integral with the side frame member for securing the motor. The frame member also includes a pair of pilot studs integral therewith and positioned to be received by apertures in the mounting flange to resist torque of the motor. The side frame member includes a plurality of hubs as an integral portion thereof and gears are journaled on the hubs in an arrangement driven by the motor. A fastening element is provided with spring fingers which are inserted into the aperture of each hub and retained thereby to secure the respective gear on the hub.
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