Thrust plate for engaging a bearing of a drive assembly
US8376627B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 12, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 23, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16C27/08
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A thrust plate for use in a drive assembly between an end of an axle shaft and a bearing, the bearing retained within a housing of a rotatable final drive component, the thrust plate having a first end that defines an axle engaging wear surface and a second end that includes an extension configured for fitted engagement with the bearing, the thrust plate further including a central axis of rotation, where the axle engaging wear surface is disposed transverse to the central axis. A thrust plate and bearing assembly for a final drive cover plate includes the thrust plate in combination with a spherical thrust bearing, these components also being provided in a rebuild kit.
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