Freewheel device with retaining endplate and method for fitting the endplate
US6161668A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 1998 |
| Grant date | Dec 19, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H2041/246
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Freewheel device 1, of the type comprising an outer race 2 which has an inner track 3, an inner race 4 which has an outer track 4, a freewheel 6 situated between the tracks of the said races, at least one member 7 forming a bearing intended to keep the said races 2, 4 concentric, and at least one lateral retaining endplate 12, secured to one of the races in order axially to hold the freewheel 6 and the member forming the bearing with respect to the said race. The endplate 12 comprises a first radial portion 12a adjacent to the corresponding holding member 7 for retaining it axially, and a second more or less radial portion 12b cut into tabs projecting into an annular groove 21 formed in one of the races, the said endplate coming into contact with a side wall 21a of the said groove.
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