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Nut and locking device

US5772373A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 20, 1995
Grant dateJun 30, 1998
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S411/955
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A spindle nut and a locking device are disclosed for securing the nut on a spindle in a non-rotative position relative to the spindle. The assembly comprises the spindle nut, an antirotation spring and a spring backup plate mounted on the spindle. The antirotation spring and spring backup plate may be formed as a single unit.

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