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Rotary union for transmitting a high pressure medium

US6029695A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 24, 1998
Grant dateFeb 29, 2000
Priority date
Expiry dateJul 24, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/86268
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A high pressure rotary union characterized by easy field maintenance and optimal simplified design. This design ensures high-speed operation without any significant loss of water pressure at pressures of about 4000 p.s.i. Vents are provided through which fluid bypassing the main seal exits the housing, providing an indication of loss of main seal. A secondary seal is provided to protect the bearing(s) from fluid.

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