Disk clamp balancing in a disc stack assembly

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2006-03-21

2006-03-21

Renner, Craig A. (Department: 2652)

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ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for balancing a disc stack assembly of a disc drive where a clamp is used as a counter-balance as well as for securing a disc to the disc stack assembly. The clamp and spindle motor are configured for positive engagement and alignment with the use of a minimal number of parts. The clamp includes a cavity through which a protrusion or a shaft of the spindle motor hub may extend. The clamp may be further secured in a desired orientation by the use of a single fastener.

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