Stationary tape guide with spring arrangement and ceramic...

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2007-02-20

2007-02-20

Renner, Craig A. (Department: 2627)

Dynamic magnetic information storage or retrieval

Head

Head accessory

C226S196100

Reexamination Certificate

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11136836

ABSTRACT:
A tape drive is provided having a pair of stationary guide assemblies disposed symmetrically about the magnetic read/write head. Each of the stationary guide assemblies has a mounting portion and a separate guide surface portion mounted on the mounting portion. The mounting portion may be made of a plastic and the guide surface portion of a ceramic, for example. A spring arrangement with pressure pads is mounted directly on the mounting portion, and applies pressure to a top edge of a tape during guiding of the tape.

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