Cable constraining device for reduced cable wear

Details Cable constraining device for reduced cable wear Cable constraining device for reduced cable wear

2008-08-28

2011-10-18

McKinnon, Terrell (Department: 3632)

Supports

Pipe or cable

Antifriction element

C248S636000, C248S074200

Reexamination Certificate

active

08038104

ABSTRACT:
A cable constraining device features a flexible cable contact sheet that is inward attached to a cable constraining contour of a holding structure. The holding structure is configured for substantially encompassing a cable circumference while in constraining configuration. In a cavity between the holding structure and the cable contact sheet is a gel filled that provides a vibration dampening soft contact of the cable contact sheet with the cable insulation. The cushioning gel absorbs micro movement of the cable transferred onto the cable contact sheet such that wearing effects due to frictional sliding and vibration of the cable at its constraining location is substantially reduced. The holding structure may be of rubber like material that is formed on its outside like a well known grommet. An outer rigid clamping structure may be additionally employed. The device may be also configured as a profile in various lengths and bent shapes.

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