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Fan idler pulley

US7108623B2 · kind B2 · utility

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7Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 2, 2002
Grant dateSep 19, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H55/44
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fan idler pulley having a threaded hub for attaching a fan shaft. The pulley also comprises a receiving portion for engaging a bearing. The bearing is further engaged with a cup. The entire assembly is mounted by a pin press fit though the cup into a mounting surface such as an engine block or front cover. The pulley may be engaged to either the inner race or the outer race of the bearing.

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