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Ribbon cassette with re-inking mechanism

US4616942A · kind A · utility

17Cited by
21References
12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 28, 1984
Grant dateOct 14, 1986
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Expiry dateFeb 28, 2004

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J31/16
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A ribbon cassette with re-inking mechanism includes a removable ink supply tank having a low density ink element and a high density ink element, and an ink transfer roller engaging the high density ink element and having an uneven surface on the periphery thereof for carrying ink in controlled manner from the high density ink element to the ribbon.

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