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Apparatus and method for producing a continuous nib rod for a writing instrument

US4362683A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 8, 1981
Grant dateDec 7, 1982
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Expiry dateApr 8, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/60
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for producing a continuous rod having a capillary or capillaries, adapted for the writing nib of a writing instrument. The apparatus is comprised of a tubular body and a core arranged in the body. The core is provided with a plurality of radial slits. The apparatus is further provided with a restricted portion facing an outer periphery of the core for controlling the amount of melted material passed through the nozzle.

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