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Non-orbiting scroll mounting arrangements for a scroll machine

US5102316A · kind A · utility

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43Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 1, 1990
Grant dateApr 7, 1992
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Expiry dateOct 1, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF05B2230/60
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A scroll type machine is disclosed which incorporates an improved mounting arrangement for the non-orbiting scroll member which mounting arrangement greatly facilitates manufacturing and assembly, effectively prevents radial displacement of the non-orbiting scroll member, and offers the advantages of axial compliance. In one embodiment,the non-orbiting scroll is axially movably secured to a bearing housing by means of a plurality of bolts of bolts and sleeves. In another embodiment a rigid annular ring serves to axially movably secure the non-orbiting scroll to the bearing housing while in a third embodiment a stamped ring is secured to both the non-orbiting scroll and the bearing housing.

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