Ink supply system
US8613501B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 10, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 24, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 14, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2002/1853
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ink supply system for an ink jet printer, particularly a continuous ink jet printer, has a manifold assembly of two parts that are brought together at interfacing surfaces. At least one of the surfaces has a plurality of ink flow channels for conveying ink around an ink circuit between components. The other of the interfacing surfaces is configured to close and seal the channels. A plurality of ports is provided in fluid communication with the channels, the circuit components being connectable to the ports. The manifold assembly provides for a compact and neat arrangement free of many tubes and pipes. The lower number of connections significantly reduces the risk of leakage.
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