Continuous ink jet catcher with improved screen structure
US5469202A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 20, 1992 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2002/1853
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A catcher for an ink jet print head is provided with locating features in the catcher throat to positively locate a catcher screen that serves to wick caught ink into the catcher throat, and a screen construction that resists compression of the screen without adversely affecting the ink flow in the catcher throat.
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