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Printing device with disposable cartridge
Assignee: FINEST MARKING SUPPLIES Inc
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Filing: 1985-05-20
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Granted: 1986-04-08
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Expires: 2005-05-20
Abstract
Abstract The invention provides an apparatus for printing indicia on a substrate which includes a frame assembly having a print roller, a transfer roller in rotational engagement therewith and a fountain roller in rotational engagement with the transfer roller. A bracket member is mounted on the frame assembly for retaining a disposable ink cartridge at the fountain roller, the disposable ink cartridge being mounted in the bracket. The disposable ink cartridge has a top, an upwardly recessed bottom and contains an ink absorbing material such as a sponge.
Inventors
- 👤 Frederick Scrudato
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 19:49
CPC Classifications
B; B41; B41F; B41F31/00; B41F31/24
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
125 words
A constant motion marking device for printing indicia on a substrate comprising: (a) a frame assembly having rotatably mounted thereon a print roller carrying indicia to be printed, a transfer roller in rotational engagement with said print roller and a fountain roller in rotational engagement with said transfer roller; (b) a cartridge bracket substantially horizontally mounted on said frame assembly below said fountain roller comprising a vertically adjustable mounting member and a cartridge retaining member secured to said mounting member having a central aperture for releasably retaining a disposable and replaceable ink cartridge containing its own supply of ink therein, said cartridge being self-supported in said cartridge retaining member and upwardly ejectable from said retaining member, said fountain roller engaging said ink cartridge when inserted.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
125 words
A constant motion marking device for printing indicia on a substrate comprising: (a) a frame assembly having rotatably mounted thereon a print roller carrying indicia to be printed, a transfer roller in rotational engagement with said print roller and a fountain roller in rotational engagement with said transfer roller; (b) a cartridge bracket substantially horizontally mounted on said frame assembly below said fountain roller comprising a vertically adjustable mounting member and a cartridge retaining member secured to said mounting member having a central aperture for releasably retaining a disposable and replaceable ink cartridge containing its own supply of ink therein, said cartridge being self-supported in said cartridge retaining member and upwardly ejectable from said retaining member, said fountain roller engaging said ink cartridge when inserted.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
39 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said disposable and replaceable ink cartridge comprises a top, an upwardly recessed bottom, an ink absorbing material, and a leak preventive member having a central aperture sealed to the top of said cartridge.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1989-04-07 | 1989-10-07 | 1990-04-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1993-04-07 | 1993-10-07 | 1994-04-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1997-04-07 | 1997-10-07 | 1998-04-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |