Patent ID: 6902486
Filing Date: 2005-06-07
Classification: F16D,Y10S,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A tripod joint assembly comprising: an outer joint part, rollers and a tripod star, for being connected to a shaft in a rotationally last way, with an annular gap being formed between the shaft and the outer joint part, the outer joint part having, in a cross-sectional view, a clover-leaf-like outer contour and comprising at least one radially outwardly directed, circumferentially extending bead; and a convoluted boot with an adapter ring and a convoluted portion connected thereto, as well as a collar region, for sealing the annular gap between the outer joint part and the shaft, the adapter ring, in a cross-sectional view, being form-fittingly adapted to the outer joint part and, on its radial inside, comprising at least one circumferential recess, wherein, to provide axial security, the at least one bead of the outer joint part engages the at least one circumferential recess of the adapter ring, wherein, in the adapter ring, the at least one circumferential recess is open towards the convoluted portion of the convoluted boot.