Global Patent Index - EP 1310369 A1

EP 1310369 A1 20030514 - Method for cleaning an inkjet print head using a slanted wiper.

Title (en)

Method for cleaning an inkjet print head using a slanted wiper.

Title (de)

Verfahren zur Reinigung eines Tintenstrahldruckkopfes unter Verwendung von einem schrägstehenden Wischer

Title (fr)

Méthode pour nettoyer une tête d'impression à jet d'encre en utilisant un balai en position inclinée

Publication

EP 1310369 A1 20030514 (EN)

Application

EP 02100559 A 20020524

Priority

  • EP 02100559 A 20020524
  • EP 01000604 A 20011108

Abstract (en)

When wiping the nozzle plate to clean the print head of an inkjet printer a wiper having a slanted position is used. The method provides less mechanical impact upon making and releasing contact with the print head. Gradually clearing of the print head by the wiper prevents ink residues being flung away by a recoiling wiper contaminating the inside of the printer. <IMAGE>

IPC 1-7

B41J 2/165

IPC 8 full level

B41J 2/165 (2006.01)

CPC (source: EP)

B41J 2/16535 (2013.01)

Citation (applicant)

Citation (search report)

Designated contracting state (EPC)

DE FR GB

DOCDB simple family (publication)

EP 1310369 A1 20030514

DOCDB simple family (application)

EP 02100559 A 20020524