Air-operated device and method for lubricating components with elimination of lubricant waste
US8356696B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 12, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16N7/32
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for lubricating components where the lubricant is applied in mist form within a substantially enclosed cavity. The cavity contains a draining aperture which collects excess lubricant for subsequent re-use by the system. The cavity is defined by a spray head that includes a base having attached thereto a cover plate with an opening adapted to receive therethrough a component to be lubricated. The cavity and lubrication chamber prevents the escape of excess lubricant. The collection and reuse of excess lubricant provides a closed loop system that reduces lubricant waste.
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