Bearing cup installation tool
US6446328B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 6, 1999 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53891
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention is a specialized tool to install bearing cups on trucks and other large vehicles. Typically, conventional means to install bearing cups would be to use a device that includes striking the device with a hammer. Such an installation tool could damage the trucks wheel hub or the bearing cup. Other means exist utilizing complex, hard to use, mechanical devices. This invention is a simple, non-impact type bearing cup installation tool utilizing a rod, specialized cap tools, and a wrench. With just a few simple turns, the bearing cups are installed effortlessly and safely.
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