Self-aligning thermal print head and paper loading mechanism
US5114251A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 25, 1990 |
| Grant date | May 19, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J25/304
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A thermal printer is provided with a free floating print head and a sliding top supporting a platen roller. The platen roller is engageable with the print head such that a biased uniform force is applied to the print head. The sliding top is movable between a print ready position and a paper loading position. A wide gap is provided between the platen roller and the print head which in the paper loading position, allowing for easy paper loading without need for threading.
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