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Pressure pump system

US7111917B2 · kind B2 · utility

12Cited by
3References
16Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 7, 2004
Grant dateSep 26, 2006
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Expiry dateSep 26, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2/17596
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for delivering at least two distinct pressures to a print head of an ink jet printer includes a pump, a passage in communication with the pump and the print head, and a valve. The pump is for delivering positive pressure to the print head of the ink jet printer. The passage includes an opening, and the valve selectively opens and closes the opening.

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