Press fit joint with puddle weld retention
US6253989A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 18, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 3, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K33/006
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved press fit joint is particularly useful for iron parts. An outer part receives an inner part which is press fit into a bore in the outer part. The outer part has a hole, and the inner part has a dimple which is aligned with the hole when the inner part is forced into the outer part. The dimple has a dimension which is greater than the dimension of the hole. A puddle weld is formed within the hole and in the dimple. The puddle weld thus provides a secondary retention holding the inner part within the outer part.
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