Method and apparatus for reducing nozzle failure in stored...

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2007-07-03

2007-07-03

Meier, Stephen (Department: 2853)

Incremental printing of symbolic information

Ink jet

Fluid or fluid source handling means

C347S021000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10909044

ABSTRACT:
An inkjet printhead and a method for increasing the shelf life thereof are herein disclosed. The inkjet printhead has one or more nozzles for dispensing a colorant. These nozzles are fluidically connected to a reservoir. A first colorant substantially fills the nozzles while a second colorant is reserved in the reservoir.

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