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Magnetic encoder with retainer ring for retaining magnetic encoder ring on a rotating shaft

US5081416A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 21, 1990
Grant dateJan 14, 1992
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Expiry dateMay 21, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01P3/443
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An antifriction bearing assembly has rolling elements and a magnetic encoder ring housed in an outer ring with two portions which can have different diameters. A sensor is removably attached to the outer ring in alignment with the encoder ring. Various seal assembly configurations may be used to seal the bearing while accommodating the sensor.

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