Print media guide system
US7004462B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 23, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2403/411
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A rack-and-pinion print media guide system comprises two racks which are operatively coupled for reciprocal movement relative to each other by way of a central gear cluster instead of a single central gear (pinion) to expand the maximum media capture range. The gear cluster comprises first and second pinions and at least one center idler gear which is operatively coupled between the pinions with each rack skipping the center idler gear during operation.
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