Inkjet image forming apparatus having array type print head
US8052277B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 28, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 13, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J13/14
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An inkjet image forming apparatus having an array type print head to stably deliver a printing medium through a printing zone. The inkjet image forming apparatus includes an array type print head including a nozzle part to discharge ink to a printing zone, a first rolling unit having a first nip portion to nip the printing medium, wherein the first nip portion is disposed before the printing zone to deliver the printing medium to the printing zone, and a second rolling unit having a second nip portion to nip the printing medium, wherein the second nip portion is disposed downstream of the first rolling unit in a delivery direction of the printing medium. A distance between the first nip portion and the second nip portion is less than or equal to 3 inches.
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