Patent · US Expired

Accessory window seal assembly

US5088257A · kind A · utility

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23Claims
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Filing dateSep 10, 1990
Grant dateFeb 18, 1992
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Expiry dateSep 10, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01D11/26
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An improved seal assembly provides a mechanical seal for a housing having a window panel of dissimilar material which prevents moisture from entering the housing or liquid escaping the housing over a wide range of temperature and environmental conditions, without loading the window panel to a stressful condition. The seal member is subject to a reduced level of radial force in a limited portion of the seal member across the seal groove and does not have to be pressed from all sides to maintain a seal while accommodating expansion and contraction. Positioning means stabilizes the panel to provide a uniform seal groove.

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