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FIIG:  A231A0

Entry Date:  Apr-01-1974

Concept:  1

Status:  A

Applicability:  A

Type:  0

Definition:  An item designed to be mounted around the extended hub portion of a gear, wheel, or the like, to retain it securely to a shaft by compressing the slotted hub body. The item may also be used to clamp around a shaft, or the like, to prevent end motion or to retain it in position. Its compression quality is derived from a screw(s) or bolt(s) which may be a part of the item of supply. For items designed to secure directly to a shaft by use of setscrews, pins, or the like, see COLLAR, SHAFT. Excludes: CLAMP, LOOP.

Basic INC:  70510

Basic Name:  CLAMP

Description:  1. (Mechanical) A device which, by rigid compression, holds a piece or part in position, or retains units in close proximity or parts in alignment. Its compression quality is derived from an integral screw mechanism, screws, bolts, spring compression, or similar mechanical fasteners. Excludes: BRACKET (as modified); CLIP (as modified); HOLDER (as modified); RETAINER (as modified); and STRAP, RETAINING.