Directed flow drip bib for printhead with three point contact
US7901035B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 27, 2009 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 14, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J3/543
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drip bib for use with a printhead of an imaging device includes a plate having an upper surface having an upper edge, an intermediate surface angled with respect to the upper surface, and a lower edge. The intermediate surface includes a plurality of fastener openings. The lower edge includes a drip point projecting from the lower edge with remaining portions of the lower edge being upturned and angled downwardly from at least one end of the lower edge toward the drip point. A plurality of protrusions protrudes from a back side of the upper surface. The protrusions in the plurality of protrusions are spaced from each other and proximate the upper edge.
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