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Apparatus for mounting a spiral spring

US5294097A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 14, 1992
Grant dateMar 15, 1994
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Expiry dateJul 14, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE05Y2201/482
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

There is provided a two point mounting system for the outside end of a spiral spring. The mounting system induces a torsional load on the outside end of the spiral spring to overcome the tendency of the spiral spring coils to move into a non-concentric position. The mounting system comprises a single piece sleeve which has an elongated slot for contacting the spiral spring on opposite sides and inducing the torsional load.

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