US4077636A
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Self-aligning cable rod seal
Assignee: IMO Industries Inc
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Filing: 1977-04-18
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Granted: 1978-03-07
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Expires: 1997-04-18
Abstract
Abstract A self-aligning, wear-resistant seal assembly is provided for a cable rod slidably positioned within a cable conduit. A rigid nylon ring which fits snugly around the rod is held against the end of the conduit by an elastomeric seal. The seal has an end wall which overlies the ring and has an axial bore aligned with the ring adapted for interference fit around the rod. Corresponding serrations on the conduit and seal cooperate to embracingly secure the seal to the rod.
Inventors
- 👤 William D. Langford
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 20:35
CPC Classifications
F; F16; F16J; F16J15/00; F16J15/16; F16J15/32; F16C; F16C1/00; F16C1/10; F16C1/107; F16J15/56; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S277/00; Y10S277/935; Y10S277/944; Y10T; Y10T403/00; Y10T403/70; Y10T403/7047; Y10T403/7049; Y10T74/00; Y10T74/20; Y10T74/20396; Y10T74/20402; Y10T74/20462
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
80 words
A self-aligning cable rod seal adapted to be mounted on a cable conduit having a cable rod slidably positioned therein comprising a relatively rigid ring bearing adapted for close contact with the rod disposed therein, and a resilient seal having an end wall axially overlying said ring bearing and axially restrained to prevent axial movement of the ring bearing, said wall having an axial bore aligned with the ring bearing and adapted for close contact with the rod disposed therein.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
80 words
A self-aligning cable rod seal adapted to be mounted on a cable conduit having a cable rod slidably positioned therein comprising a relatively rigid ring bearing adapted for close contact with the rod disposed therein, and a resilient seal having an end wall axially overlying said ring bearing and axially restrained to prevent axial movement of the ring bearing, said wall having an axial bore aligned with the ring bearing and adapted for close contact with the rod disposed therein.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the end wall overlying the ring bearing is adapted to urge the ring bearing toward the end portion of the conduit.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the axial bore is adapted for an interference fit around the rod disposed therein.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the resilient seal is adapted to embrace the end portion of the conduit.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
16 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the ring bearing is formed of a molded plastic material.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
14 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the seal is formed of an elastomeric material.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein the seal is formed of an elastomeric material and the ring bearing is formed of a molded plastic material.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
37 words
The apparatus of claim 4 wherein the resilient seal is provided with a side wall having serrations adapted to cooperate with corresponding serrations on the end portion of the conduit for securing the seal to the conduit.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
13 words
The apparatus of claim 5 wherein the ring bearing is formed of nylon.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
13 words
The apparatus of claim 7 wherein the ring bearing is formed of nylon.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-03-06 | 1981-09-05 | 1982-03-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-03-06 | 1985-09-05 | 1986-03-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-03-06 | 1989-09-05 | 1990-03-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |