Ink ribbon cartridge with expandable sideplates
US6659664B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 27, 2001 |
| Grant date | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 27, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J35/28
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ink cartridge has a pair of sideplates (14, 16) which connect a first portion (10) of the housing to a second portion (12). The sideplates expand to allow spindles (70, 72, 90, 92) and spools (50, 60) to be installed within openings of the housing. The sideplates are spaced apart and are generally parallel to each other. The sideplates are pulled in opposing directions from a first dimension between the sideplates to a second dimension slightly greater than the first dimension.
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