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Wiping material usage indicators

US10786994B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 14, 2015
Grant dateSep 29, 2020
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Expiry dateJul 14, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2002/1655
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A wiping assembly for a fluid ejection device includes a sled slidably movable relative to the fluid ejection device. The wiping assembly further includes a length of wiping material. An indicator slidably coupled to the wiping assembly is included. The indicator changes position relative to the wiping assembly and restricts movement of the wiping assembly to an initial position to indicate a level of usage of the wiping material.

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