Ink loader mechanism using an ink stick carrier
US7695126B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 17, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 13, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/17593
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ink stick support for use in an ink loader of a phase change ink imaging device includes an ink stick carrier for receiving and supporting an ink stick. The ink stick carrier includes a loading platform for receiving the ink stick thereon and a substantially vertically oriented back wall extending from a back edge of the base plate. A coupler for removably attaching the ink stick carrier to a drive mechanism of an ink loader.
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