Ink tank feature for improved mounting reliability
US8220903B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 18, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/17553
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ink tank having a tank housing; an electrical contact on the housing; an ink outlet port disposed on the housing; and at least one projection disposed adjacent the electrical contact on the housing, wherein the projection is configured for engaging a leaf spring of an inkjet printer. The leaf spring exerts an out and away pivoting force on the projection so that an electrical connection destination for the electrical contact is prevented until the ink tank is completely installed.
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