Magnetic encoding device for cards
US5206489A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 1992 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06K13/067
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An encoding apparatus (20) encodes or reads information on a magnetic stripe on a card (50). The encoding apparatus (20) advances the card (50) along a card transport path defined by a frame (24), side support members (42 and 44), and top guide member (46). The card (50) advances by reversible drive means (26) having a single drive roller (28). Encoding is accomplished by an encoding head (36) in communication with an encoder (22) coupled to an idler roller (34) for encoding by position.
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