Printhead mount & cassette lock in a thermal printer
US5051009A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 15, 1988 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 15, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J35/28
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
There is disclosed a printer having a thermal print head which is biased towards a cooperable platen roll. The printer uses an ink ribbon cartridge, which is locked into place as the printhead is moved to the print position.
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