Protection device for ink-jet printhead
US9849675B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 26, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/16552
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a protection device for ink-jet printheads, comprising: a tank confining a cavity adapted to contain a humidifying liquid and having a mouth designed to be associated with at least one nozzle of an ink-jet printhead; a seal disposed around the mouth and suitable to be put sealingly in engagement against the printhead and around the nozzle; a mechanism integrated into the tank, for opening or closing the mouth for selectively bringing the mouth into fluid communication with the cavity.
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