Package bearing with lubrication ports
US6513982B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 30, 2001 |
| Grant date | Feb 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 19, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16H57/0469
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-row rolling element bearing assembly is provided for use in applications, such as differentials. The rolling element bearing assembly includes an inner race defining at least two inner raceways, an outer race defining at least two outer raceways, and a plurality of rolling elements positioned between the inner and outer raceways formed in at least two rows. The bearing assembly includes a novel lubrication system which reduces the maximum temperature attained by the bearing during operation of the bearing and the time spent at that maximum temperature. The lubrication system includes a forced lubrication port connectable to a forced lubrication system, a secondary lubrication port extending from one of said outer surfaces to said radial inner surface, and a tertiary lubrication port. The forced lubrication system delivers lubricant to the bearing through the forced lubrication port. The bearing is partially submerged in lubricant when installed in an application. The secondary lubrication ports are positioned on the bearing to be submerged in the lubricant, and lubricant flows through the secondary lubrication ports into the bearing to maintain a substantially constant leve…
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