Fan idler pulley
US7108623B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 2, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 19, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 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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