Ribbon drive and tensioning system for a print and apply engine or a printer
US7079168B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 28, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J33/22
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for driving and tensioning a ribbon includes a supply spindle for supplying a ribbon, a supply dancer assembly for applying tension to the ribbon, a printhead, a take-up dancer assembly for applying tension to the ribbon, and a take-up spindle for collecting spent ribbon. The supply dancer assembly is positioned downstream of the supply spindle. The printhead is positioned downstream of the supply dancer assembly. The take-up dancer assembly is downstream of the printhead. The take-up spindle is downstream of the take-up dancer assembly.
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