Method of molding unitary roller of homogeneous material for tap

Details Method of molding unitary roller of homogeneous material for tap Method of molding unitary roller of homogeneous material for tap

1998-08-13

1999-10-05

Ortiz, Angela

Plastic and nonmetallic article shaping or treating: processes

Forming electrical articles by shaping electroconductive...

Conductive carbon containing

26432816, B29C 4573

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059619058

ABSTRACT:
A drive roller for a belt-driven tape cartridge is molded of composite polymeric material in a single step to include outer segment and inner segment integrally formed together with a radial web segment between the outer and inner segments to provide highly concentric operating surfaces on the outer segment and in the inner segment. Electrical conductivity throughout the molded drive roller is provided by including in the composite material a quantity of carbon powder, and selective shrinkage of the composite material during cooling from molding temperatures provides desirable bearing surface within the inner bore through the inner segment. Thrust bearing surfaces at the ends of the inner segment engage mating bearing surfaces that include lubricant traps to inhibit migration of lubricant away from the bearing surfaces of the drive roller. Stepped inner bore and axially spaced corresponding stepped axle diameters promotes lower frictional drag, provides a reservoir for lubricant, and facilitates removal of the molded component from its molding cavity.

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