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Linear motion unit

US6595327B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 29, 2001
Grant dateJul 22, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 29, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T74/18744
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A linear motion unit (10) includes a runner that is arranged so as to be movable back and forth on a rod along the rod's axis (S), and at least one lubricating device (28) surrounding the rod at least partially. The lubricating device (28) includes at least one lubricating element (32) that stands in lubricating contact with the rod, and at least one lubricant reservoir (34) that is carried by the runner. In accordance with the invention, the lubricant reservoir (34) is arranged radially outside the lubricating element (32) with respect to the axis (S) of the rod.

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