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Cassette having compatibility arrangement

US5267803A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 9, 1992
Grant dateDec 7, 1993
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J32/00
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An arrangement for assuring ink ribbon and correction tape compatibility in a device which utilizes a first cassette having an ink ribbon therein and second cassette having a correction tape therein in the operation thereof, the arrangement including engaging formations located on the first and second cassettes which ensure that the ink ribbon and correction tape are functionally compatible with each other when the respective cassettes are inserted in the device such as, for example, functional compatibility between a single-strike ink ribbon and a lift-off correction tape, or functional compatibility between a multiple-strike ink ribbon and a cover-up correction tape.

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