Ink mixing system
US8371684B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2011 |
| Grant date | Feb 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/18
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ink system of an ink jet printer includes a fluid tank. The fluid tank includes a generally conically shaped side wall, the side wall sloping inwardly from a top portion to a bottom portion. A bottom surface is disposed adjacent the bottom portion of the side wall. A first fluid conduit is disposed in the fluid tank and includes an opening adjacent to and above the bottom surface of the fluid tank. A second fluid conduit is disposed in the fluid tank and includes an opening at a location above the opening of the first fluid conduit. A pump is in fluid communication with the first fluid conduit and the second fluid conduit. An ink supply line is in fluid communication with the pump. A print head is in fluid communication with the ink supply line.
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