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Roller bearing spring clip

US9709098B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 9, 2016
Grant dateJul 18, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 13, 2036

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16D2041/0605
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Certain embodiments of the present disclosure describe a clip for biasing and maintaining rollers within an opening of the roller bearing assembly. The clip includes a connecting segment, a resilient portion, and an anchor portion. The clip may be attached to a roll cage with openings for rollers. The resilient portion of the clip extends into an opening and contacts the roller when a roller is received in the opening. The anchor portion is positioned in an adjacent opening and abuts the roll cage.

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