Rotating wiper and blotter for ink jet print head
US6550891B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 20, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/16547
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and mechanism for wiping print heads is provided in the form of a plate with respect to which one or more wiping blades are mounted. The plate and blades are rotated past the print heads to wipe and clean the print heads. The mechanism fits in a relatively small amount of space.
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