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Transfix roller with adjustable crown for use in an indirect printer

US8854634B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 14, 2012
Grant dateOct 7, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41J2/0057
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An indirect printer includes a system for alternating the pressure in a transfer nip by manipulating the transfer roller. The system includes a pair of pivotable collars mounted about the ends of the transfer roller. The collars are pivoted towards or away from one another to bend the transfer roller and to increase or decrease, respectively, the pressure in the longitudinal center of the nip.

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