Aligning a tab circuit on print head intersecting surfaces
US6296349A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 17, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 17, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/5102
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus are provided for aligning a TAB circuit on first and second intersecting surfaces of a print head. The methods comprise aligning a chip portion of the TAB circuit on the first surface and applying a progressive force along the contact pad portion of the TAB circuit to align the contact pad portion on the second surface of the print head. The apparatus comprise a machine for aligning the chip portion of the TAB circuit on the first surface and roller for applying a progressive force along the contact pad portion of the TAB circuit to align the contact pad portion on the second surface.
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