Forged ink stick fabrication from in-line extrusion
US7968035B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 11, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 28, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/767
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of manufacturing an ink stick for use in a phase change ink jet imaging device comprises heating phase change ink material to an extrusion temperature at which the phase change ink material is in a malleable state. The heated ink material is then extruded through an extrusion orifice to form an extruded element. A forging element is then pressed against the extruded element to form an ink stick.
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