Release devices and printing apparatuses
US11993016B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 3, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 28, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y30/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A release device and a printing apparatus are provided. The release device includes: a fixing member, a release film, a support plate, a soft rubber ring and an exhaust device. The fixing member is arranged to be fixed to the release film. The soft rubber ring is arranged between the release film and the support plate at edges of the release film and the support plate. A cavity is enclosed by the release film, the support plate, and the soft rubber ring together. The support plate is provided with a first through hole through which the exhaust device is in communication with the cavity. In this way, air in the cavity can be exhausted by the exhaust device, the release film can be attached downward to the support plate, a printing model can thus be smoothly released from the release film.
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