Cap gimbaling mechanism
US6422681B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 23, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/16511
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and system for a cap gimbal for a maintenance station of an ink jet printer with a first and second printhead each with a nozzle face that ejects ink. The cap gimbaling system allows a movable base which supports the maintenance caps to move in unison with the printheads and effectively seal the nozzle face.
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