Multiple nozzle ink jet dot printer
US4791437A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 1986 |
| Grant date | Dec 13, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/16511
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Each print element is connected to the head by means of a resilient blade pivoted on the head and is movable in two directions, respectively parallel and perpendicular to the direction of movement of the head, to vary the relative position of the nozzles. The nozzles of the print elements are disposed along a straight line which is inclined with respect to the direction of movement of the head. The head can be rotated to vary the inclination of the nozzles, thereby to provide different print definitions. A parking station is further provided for the head to clean and keep the nozzles in contact with an atmosphere saturated with a solvent for the ink, to prevent the ink from drying out in the nozzles.
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