In-line printer with manual positionable mechanically interlocked multiple print head assemblies
US6293650A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 20, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 25, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 20, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/515
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and a printer for printing on a substrate with a plurality of print head assemblies, wherein each assembly includes at least one print head. The printer includes a roller assembly to move the substrate towards the print head assemblies along a feed path, which is substantially perpendicular to the width of the substrate. A movable fence is used to adjust the width of the feed path according to the width of the substrate. A linking arm is used to mechanically couple the print head assemblies with pivot action. The moveable fence is used to manually move the print head assemblies relative to each other via the linking arm in order to properly place the print head assemblies over the width of the feed path.
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