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Solid ink stick with coating

US7682010B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 11, 2006
Grant dateMar 23, 2010
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Expiry dateAug 23, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2/17593
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An ink stick for use in a phase change ink imaging device is provided, the phase change ink device having an ink stick feed system. The ink stick has a solid ink body having an exterior surface, and a light responsive overcoat that overlays at least a portion of the exterior surface of the ink stick body.

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