Patent ID: 6277195
Filing Date: 2001-08-21
Classification: F16C,F16H

Abstract:
An apparatus for forming a panel surface film of a cathode ray tube, comprising:a faceplate having an opening for supporting the cathode ray tube such that the panel surface of the cathode ray tube is exposed when inserted in the opening and is directed downward;a base member;a bearing, provided for the base member, for rotatably supporting the faceplate; and a torque transmission mechanism, coupled to a torque source, for transmitting torque of the torque source to the faceplate through the bearing;said bearing including:an outer ring having a circular inner shape;an inner ring rotatably fitted within the outer ring;rolling elements arranged between the outer ring and the inner ring;a coupling section which is formed on one of the outer and inner rings and to which the faceplate is coupled;a fixing section which is formed on another one of the outer and inner rings and which is fixed to the base member anda mechanism, located away from the panel surface of the cathode ray tube, for coating the panel surface with a solution used for forming the panel surface film.