Patent ID: 6811013
Filing Date: 2004-11-02
Classification: F16C,F16D

Abstract:
A clutch release bearing constructed as a tapered roller bearing for use in a clutch operator for release of a separating clutch disposed between an internal combustion engine and a gearbox, said clutch release bearing comprising:a housing defining an axis; a first bearing ring having a skirt for fixed rotative securement of the first bearing ring to the housing; a revolving second bearing ring connected to the separating clutch via a spring element; a plurality of rolling elements guided between the first and second bearing rings; and sealing means provided on both sides of the rolling elements at a distance thereto, said sealing means including a sealing arrangement securely fixed to the first bearing ring and comprised of at least two components to establish two sealing zones for sealing an annular gap between the first and second bearing rings, wherein the second bearing ring and the sealing arrangement interact in such a way that a desired installation position of the sealing arrangement is automatically established as the second bearing ring is installed.