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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 16, 1976
Filed:
Jun. 06, 1975
Robert A McIntosh, Nashua, NH (US);
Centronics Data Computer Corporation, Hudson, NH (US);
Abstract
The print head in a high-speed printer of the dot matrix type is provided with a bearing comprising an element fixedly attached to the front wall of a plastic block. The element is made of a material substantially harder than plastic, such as metal or a jewel. Guide passages extending through the element are aligned with similar guide passages in the plastic block and are axially directed towards a paper document. The forward end of the print head is provided with slots for receiving the plastic block which may be releaseably secured into position by means of a substantially U-shaped compliant brad, greatly simplifying both assembly and disassembly thereof.