Thermal printing mechanism, in particularly applicable to payment terminals
US7417658B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 19, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 4, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J29/377
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A thermal printing mechanism comprises a frame accommodating a motor for driving a print tape, a thermal printing head, a carrying roller and electronic control means. The frame is provided with a metal stiffening plate substantially extending along the length thereof, acting as a support for the motor, on which plate it is fixed by means of welding in order to form means for dissipating the heat. Said plate is also used as a support for pushing the spring for the printing head towards the carrying roller. The mechanism is electronically controlled by means of a flexible connector which is connected to remote control means for said mechanism and which is used to evacuate electrostatic charges.
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