Bearing stand-off devices
US9555976B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 23, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 31, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 25, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53104
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various embodiments of stand-off devices and methods are disclosed. The stand-off device can space a bearing assembly apart from a support, such as a frame of a conveyor belt, thereby providing access between the bearing assembly and the frame, such as for cleaning fluid. Certain embodiments of the stand-off device include a first end and a second end, with the first end being receivable in a securing hole of the bearing assembly and the second end configured to protrude from the bearing assembly.
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