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Media load damper guide for printers

US10196224B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 11, 2011
Grant dateFeb 5, 2019
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65H2801/12
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of the present invention are related to a media transport assembly for printers, such as a kiosk printer. The media transport assembly may comprise a biased guide roller structured to dampen media tension shocks, discontinuities, or variations. Other embodiments of the present invention may also provide a media transport assembly configured to allow increased flexibility in media supply roll mounting and for easy loading and threading of the media.

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