Adjustable, self-aligning, linear roller bearing
US6533459B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2001 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C29/04
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A plurality of rollers is positioned between side members of a longitudinally-split, two-piece bearing race and a backup member that supports the two-piece bearing race along the length of side members. The backup member has angled surfaces such that ends of the rollers are closer to the angled surfaces than are intermediate portions of the roller. The two side members of the two-piece bearing race may be spread apart such that the angled surfaces of the backup member direct the side members of the two-piece bearing race toward the rollers to decrease the roller clearance and to create a preload.
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