Print head setting apparatus
US4967654A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 10, 1989 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J7/48
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for setting a plurality of print wheels, in an automated cable making machine for imprinting a desired set of characters onto a connector housing. The method includes a unique way of homing each of the print wheels to a known position prior to setting the print wheels to their desired print positions. This is a done by rotating each print wheel until a rod, which is constrained to move only along its longitudinal axis, can be inserted into an opening in the print wheel. This prevents further rotation of the print wheel thereby indicating that the wheel is in its home position.
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