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Mounting clip for thrust bearing

US7174827B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 7, 2002
Grant dateFeb 13, 2007
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Expiry dateJul 14, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16C35/067
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A compressor assembly comprising a housing having a shaft bore therein, a main shaft positioned for rotation within the shaft bore, at least one roller thrust bearing and a thurst surface bearing clip. The thrust surface bearing clip comprises a first position configured for fixed engagement with the housing and a second portion extending from the first portion and configured for supporting a thurst surface in a position spaced from the rotating shaft, the thrust surface providing a bearing surface for the roller thrust bearing.

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