Type bearing band assembly
US4121517A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 24, 1976 |
| Grant date | Oct 24, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J1/20
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A type bearing band assembly for use in a high speed impact printer comprising a flexible band having a plurality of cylindrical slugs secured to the band outer surface and extending across the width thereof. Each slug has end faces which open into bores or cavities extending axially into the slug. A plurality of type modules are provided, each including a head having front and rear faces. One or more raised type characters are formed on each module front face. A shank extends from each module rear face through a slug end face and is secured in the slug cavity.
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