Stamp with cutting device and method for using cutting device

Abstract

The invention relates to a method and to a stamp (1) having a cutting device (2), having a holding region (10) arranged on an outer housing of an upper part (3) and having a receiving region (14) in which a pigment application device (13) is arranged, the cutting device (2) and an associated actuating member (4) being arranged on the upper part (3), the operating member (4) is configured to activate and / or lock the cutting device (2). The actuating member (4) and the cutting device (2) are arranged on mutually opposite corner regions (5, 6) of the upper part (3) and are connected by means of a deflection mechanism (7).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a stamp with a cutting device and a method of using a cutting device as claimed in claims 1 and 17.

[0002] CN 214727594 U has disclosed a stamp with a box opener, in which a blade with a moving mechanism is arranged at the center. The blade is guided and connected to a pressure rod for operation, so that the blade moves out of the housing during the movement of the pressure rod toward the outside of the housing. The operating element or the pressure rod is arranged parallel to the wide surface of the blade, and its moving direction is similar to the moving direction of the blade.

[0003] The disadvantage is that a cutting mechanism constructed in this way can only be applied to a small number of stamp designs in a very limited manner without having to bear the significantly increased structural dimensions and material requirements of the stamp, higher costs, higher environmental pollution, visual or tactile defects. Since the blade and the pressure rod are arranged in the center, not only relatively more space is required, but cutting is also very inconvenient. In particular, the edge area of ​​the top side of the stamp causes interference, resulting in cutting only when the knife and the object to be cut are at a relatively steep angle to each other. Another disadvantage is that the force of the return spring acts obliquely on the extended blade and can lead to skewing in this solution.

[0004] In addition, WO 2012 / 108515 A1 discloses a stamp with a letter opener, wherein a blade that is displaced can be seen from one embodiment (FIG. 29). The construction of this mechanism is the same as that in CN 214727594 U. Here, the blade is also embedded in the stamp in the starting position and can enter the operating position for cutting letters and the like by moving it out of the housing. The removal is achieved by linear motion through the movement of the operating element and the blade connected thereto. The disadvantage of this solution is that the cutting device or the blade must be manually embedded in the housing by resetting the operating element, so there is a safety hazard. In addition, this solution is limited to the use of stamps with narrower widths, or is quite inconveniently applied to stamps with larger widths as described in CN 214727594 U. In the case of a narrow width (as shown in FIG. 29), there are again operating defects in the stamping operation, because the handle element needs to realize a specific technical function, so the grip comfort is affected. In addition, when placed on a desk in a cover-opened mode, the blade in the extended state is directly toward the user. In addition, in the extended state, it is impossible to clearly identify in advance which direction the cutting side of the cutter is facing, which again causes the disadvantages of operation and safety.

[0005] Furthermore, the aforementioned WO 2012 / 108515 A1 and KR 2010 0108483 A also disclose rigidly mounted blades or blades without a manipulator. In this case, the blade is mounted in the slit, wherein, when a letter is inserted into the slit and dragged, the letter is torn or opened. The disadvantage of this solution is that only very narrow objects can be processed in this way with the blade. Therefore, there is the disadvantage that this application is severely limited to opening letters, and it is difficult to open wider letters.

[0006] Finally, a seal with the product name "PLUS Guard Your ID" is also known, which also has a version with a deployable knife (GYID-Guard Your ID 3-in-1 Advanced Wide Security Roller) (see https: / / plus-america.com / products / guard-your-id-3-in-1-wide-advanced-roller- 2-pack ).

[0007] This stamp is constructed as follows: a knife or blade is installed in the side, which is grasped laterally by a mechanism similar to a folding knife, and is unfolded and buckled in the unfolded position toward the top side of the housing. The blade is released by operating a lever also arranged on the top side, and the blade can be manually retracted into the housing. The disadvantage of this solution is the risk of injury caused by the blade, i.e., the rigid blade, which is buckled in the activated or extended state. Even if the cutting edge of the blade is constructed to be relatively blunt, there is still a risk of injury, especially for children. Based on safety regulations, the knife must not use a sharp blade, which in turn leads to limitations in use. According to the manufacturer's instructions, the blade is used to open envelopes and parcels. Another disadvantage is that a larger depression is provided on the side of the stamp housing for lateral grasping with fingers, which also leads to a significant reduction in the types of stamps that can adopt this solution without increasing the housing or setting a corresponding protrusion, thereby increasing material consumption, cost increase, environmental pollution, and causing losses in product shape or operation.

[0008] That is, the disadvantage of the stamps with cutting devices known so far mainly lies in that the known cutting devices are difficult to operate.

[0009] The object of the present invention is to provide a stamp with a cutting device and a cutting method, in which the above-mentioned disadvantages are avoided and the operability is enhanced.

[0010] The above-mentioned object is achieved by the present invention. Advantageous embodiments and / or method measures of the present invention are described in the dependent claims.

[0011] The solution for achieving the above-mentioned object of the present invention is a stamp with a cutting device, wherein the operating member and the cutting device are arranged in mutually opposite corner areas and are connected via a deflection mechanism.

[0012] Advantageously, in particular in the preferred cutting position ( Figure 1c ), significantly improving the user's cutting comfort. Due to the opposed arrangement, users with smaller hands can easily operate the cutting device or the operating button even in the case of larger stamps. In addition, the stamp feels better for the user. A further advantage is that the cutting device can be used for a wide range of stamps of different types and designs, because the arrangement of the cutting device including the operating element can be relatively compactly installed in the upper part of the stamp. This leaves enough space for the more complex components of the paint application device.

[0013] According to another preferred embodiment, however, the deflection mechanism is formed by at least one deflection rod to which the cutting device is fixed and the actuating element, since this simplifies assembly. Due to the at least two-part design of the deflection mechanism, the deflection rod can be installed in the stamp and the actuating element or external actuating button can then be attached or inserted. This allows a one-piece design of the upper part, thereby simplifying assembly by reducing the number of components.

[0014] According to another preferred embodiment, the cutting device is rigidly fixed to the deflection rod. This reduces the risk of injury to the user of the cutting device and prevents undesired vibrations during the cutting process. Preferably, the cutting device has no play or only a small play when fixed in the deflection rod, because this can improve the accuracy of the cutting operation or achieve guidance of the tool. Preferably, the cutting device is connected to the deflection rod in a detachable manner, but it can also be fixed, for example, by molding or bonding.

[0015] Furthermore, the deflection rod preferably has an opening for receiving the actuating member, whereby the actuating member can be easily installed by inserting it into the opening. For this purpose, a snap-in device is provided for fixing the actuating member. In this way, the actuating member can be connected to the deflection rod located inside the upper part from the outside.

[0016] According to another preferred embodiment, the operating member or the deflection rod has a protrusion, on which a snap-fit ​​element for connecting the operating member to the deflection rod is provided, thereby achieving simple installation. In this way, either the deflection rod can be inserted into the stamp housing and the operating member can be pushed in from the outside with the aid of the protrusion, or the protrusion provided on the deflection rod can be moved from the inside of the stamp housing to the outside or from the outside to the inside, and the operating element can be mounted on the protrusion. Due to the provision of the snap-fit ​​element, assembly can be achieved without complicated auxiliary components.

[0017] According to another preferred solution, the deflection lever has a groove, which is connected to the opening of the deflection lever to form a snap edge for the snap element of the operating member, because this can easily realize the snap connection and easily realize the assembly of the deflection mechanism. The snap connection is preferably designed in a detachable manner.

[0018] According to another preferred embodiment, the deflection mechanism, in particular the deflection rod, has a support shaft for being supported in the upper part, which is arranged between the operating member and the cutting device, wherein the support shaft is preferably arranged in the rear half of the deflection mechanism, that is, arranged in the half where the operating member is provided. Preferably, by pressing the operating member toward the bottom side of the stamp, the cutting device is deflected toward the top side of the stamp. That is, the deflection movement of the cutting device is generally opposite to the deflection movement of the operating member, thereby reducing the danger of use. Another advantage is that by changing the layout of the support shaft, it is possible to change or accurately adjust the force that needs to be applied to the operating member for activation or manipulation during manufacturing, and it is possible to change or accurately adjust the deflection movement of the cutting device during manufacturing.

[0019] According to another preferred embodiment, a support element is provided or can be inserted into the upper part for fixing and supporting the deflection rod. This improves the guidance of the deflection movement and reduces the wear of the deflection mechanism. If one of the support elements is arranged in a detachable manner, this further contributes to simplifying the installation. In this way, the deflection rod can be installed in the one-piece upper part, because preferably a part of the bearing is formed on the upper part and the second part of the bearing is formed by the support element, so that the deflection rod only needs to be placed in the first part located in the upper part, and then the support element, which preferably has a snap-in element, is inserted and snapped into the upper part.

[0020] According to another preferred embodiment, the cutting device or the deflection rod is held in the starting position facing away from the operating position by a holding or reset member, in particular a reset spring, because in this way, the cutting device can automatically reset into the upper part, thereby avoiding injuries to the user. In the starting position, the cutting device is preferably arranged inside the housing of the stamp. In this case, the cutting device does not extend outside the stamp. In this way, the cutting device is only activated when the user specifically brings the cutting device into the operating position, and when the operating device is released, the cutting device automatically transfers to the starting position.

[0021] According to another preferred embodiment, the retaining or restoring element for the deflection rod is fixed in the upper part or in an insert, because in this way the retaining or restoring element is fixed to a part or element which is fixed in position and is therefore always held relative to this part or element. The retaining or restoring element is preferably designed as a tension element or a tension spring, but can also be designed as a pressing element or a compression spring.

[0022] According to another preferred solution, the deflection lever has a fastening element for fixing the holding or restoring element, which is preferably arranged on the bottom side of the deflection lever. This simplifies installation, for example by using a tension spring as a restoring spring.

[0023] Likewise preferably, the stamp is designed as a rolling stamp, a self-inking stamp, a photosensitive stamp or a pre-inking stamp, wherein the stamp, in particular its upper part, preferably has a substantially rectangular, square, oval or circular cross-sectional shape. This makes it possible to offer the user a variety of stamp styles and forms with the cutting device according to the invention. In this case, it is only necessary to leave enough space in the inner cavity of the stamp in order to accommodate the cutting device, so that, in particular in the case of stamp forms with a rectangular, square, oval or circular cross-sectional shape and in view of the narrower design of the cutting device according to the invention, this space can be achieved in these stamp forms in most cases without significantly increasing the structural height of the stamp.

[0024] According to another preferred embodiment, a drum or roller is provided on the insert for applying the paint, in particular in the form of letters, symbols or images, because by forming the paint release device as a drum, no movable parts are transferred into the stamp cavity, thereby leaving more space for the cutting device. In this way, the ratio of the load arm to the force arm of the deflection mechanism and / or the length and angle of the return spring can be selected more flexibly, so that the deflection angle of the cutting device and the force required to activate the operating device can be better adjusted or adjusted.

[0025] According to a preferred solution, a further cutting device is provided in the upper part, which has a slit-shaped recess preferably used for opening letters, thereby widening the scope of application or providing professional cutting solutions for different applications.

[0026] According to another preferred solution, a cover for covering the paint application device can be fixed on the upper part, because in this way, the paint application device can be covered by means of the cover during the cutting operation to prevent the user from coming into contact with the paint of the paint application device during the cutting process.

[0027] It is also preferred that the frame structure of the housing of the upper part is constructed in one piece, since this makes the stamp housing and the cutting mechanism more stable and prolongs their service life. Of course, other elements or components can also be provided on the housing of the upper part, such as a window with a printed image, etc. In addition, removable components or surfaces, such as removable sides, can be used to provide access during installation. Preferably, the frame structure of the housing itself is constructed in one piece, i.e. in particular not consisting of, for example, two half shells that can be plugged together.

[0028] The solution of the present invention for achieving the above-mentioned purpose also lies in a method for using a cutting device of a stamp, wherein when the operating member is activated, the operating member is deflected in the opposite direction of the movement direction of the cutting device, wherein the operating member is deflected toward the cap or the paint application device, and wherein when the operating member is deactivated, the operating member is reset to a starting position by a retaining or reset member, in which starting position the cutting device is arranged inside the upper part.

[0029] In this case, preferably, in particular by deflecting the cutting device and the actuating member in opposite directions and by resetting the cutting device, the risk of injury to the user is avoided and simple and comfortable use or handling is achieved.

[0030] Finally, it is also preferred that the following measure is adopted: each of the above-mentioned features of the solution according to the invention is arranged or formed on the stamp. In this way, the advantages listed can be achieved accordingly.

[0031] The present invention is described below in conjunction with embodiments, wherein it should be pointed out that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments and solutions shown and described herein, but is transferable to equivalent solutions.

[0032] in:

[0033] Figure 1a is a simplified schematic side view of a stamp including a cutting device according to the present invention in a rest position;

[0034] Figure 1b A simplified schematic oblique view of a stamp, in particular a rolling stamp, in a printing position;

[0035] Figure 1c is a simplified schematic diagram of the stamp in the cutting position when the operating member or the cutting device is activated;

[0036] Figure 2a For Figure 1a A simplified schematic top view of the seal is shown;

[0037] Figure 2b For the seal edge Figure 2a A simplified schematic cross-sectional view of line AA in FIG.

[0038] Figure 3 Based on Figure 2b A simplified schematic oblique view of a cross-sectional view of ;

[0039] Figure 4 For the seal edge Figure 1a A simplified schematic cross-sectional view of line BB in FIG.

[0040] Figure 5When the operating member or cutting device is activated, the edge of the stamp Figure 2a A simplified schematic cross-sectional view of line AA in FIG.

[0041] Figure 6 is a simplified schematic exploded view of a deflection mechanism together with a support member and a retaining or restoring member;

[0042] Figure 7 is a simplified schematic diagram of a deflection mechanism including a fixed cutting device 2;

[0043] Figure 8 a rendering of a cutting device mounted in the upper part of a stamp, wherein the face of the upper part is shown transparently for ease of illustration;

[0044] Fig. 9 is a simplified schematic side view of a self-inking stamp including a cutting device;

[0045] Fig.10 is a simplified schematic side view of a photosensitive stamp including a cutting device;

[0046] Fig.11 A simplified schematic side view of a circular stamp including a cutting device.

[0047] First, it should be noted that the same components in different embodiments are represented by the same reference symbols or component names, wherein the disclosures contained in the entire specification can be reasonably applied to the same components with the same reference symbols or the same component names. Similarly, the orientation information (such as top, bottom, side, etc.) selected in the specification is for the described drawings, and in the case of a change in orientation, the orientation information is reasonably applied to the new orientation.

[0048] Figures 1a to 8 An embodiment of a stamp 1, in particular a rolling stamp, is shown, comprising a cutting device 2, which is arranged on an upper part 3 and can be activated by an actuating member 4, i.e., when the actuating member 4 is actuated, the cutting device 2 embedded in the housing of the stamp 1 or the upper part 3 in the rest position is moved out of the housing or extends out of the upper part 3. The outer housing of the upper part 3 is preferably constructed in one piece, but can also be composed of several parts, such as half shells that can be plugged together, etc. Figure 1c and Figure 5 The cutting device 2 is shown in an activated position, while Figure 1a , Figure 1b , Figure 2a , Figure 2b , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 8The cutting device 2 is shown in a rest position in which it is completely accommodated inside the upper part 3 of the stamp 1 and does not protrude from the outer surface of the stamp 1. The operating member 4 and the cutting device 2, in particular the opening for the cutting device 2, are arranged in mutually opposite corner regions 5, 6 and are controlled by a deflection mechanism 7 ( Figure 2b ). The corner regions 5, 6 are formed by the near region in the transition region from the top side 8 of the upper part 3 to the side 9 adjacent thereto. That is, the operating member 4 and the cutting device 2 can be arranged on the end regions of the top side 8 of the upper part 3 that are opposite to each other, and / or on the side 9 of the upper part 3 that is immediately adjacent thereto, and / or in the angle formed by the top side 8 and the side 9 adjacent thereto. However, the operating member 4 and the cutting device 2 do not need to be arranged at the same position in the corner regions 5, 6. For example, in the illustrated embodiment, the operating member 4 is mostly arranged on the side 9, while the cutting device 2 or the opening is mostly arranged in the end region of the top side.

[0049] During the printing operation, the upper part 3 of the stamp 1, in particular the top side 8 and / or the side faces 9 adjoining thereto, serve as a pressing or gripping area 10 for the user of the stamp 1. In addition, a further cutting device 11 may also be provided on the upper part 3 of the stamp 1, which is preferably designed as a letter opener.

[0050] Figure 1a The stamp 1 is shown in a rest position in which it is not activated for a printing operation and the operating member 4 is not activated for the cutting device 2, wherein a cover 12 may be provided on the underside of the stamp 1. Preferably, an optional, detachably connected cover 12 may be provided in order to prevent the stamp ink from drying out or to protect the ink application device 13 ( Figure 1b ) to protect it from dust and dirt, or to allow the rolling stamp used exemplarily in the illustrated embodiment to stand firmly on a flat surface, such as a workstation or desk.

[0051] Figure 1b The stamp 1 is shown in the printing position without the cover 12, wherein during the printing operation, the operating member 4 and the cutting device 2 are not activated, so as to avoid the risk of injury to the user of the stamp 1. On the bottom side of the stamp 1, that is, on the side of the stamp 1 opposite to the top side 8 of the upper part 3, a receiving area 14 is constructed, in which the paint application device 13 is arranged. In order to fix the cover 12, a fastening member 15 can be provided on the stamp housing in the area of ​​the paint application device 13. The fastening member 15 on the stamp 1 can preferably be composed of a protrusion or a recess, which is opposite to the fastening member 16 ( Figure 2b), that is, the recesses or protrusions constructed in the opposite manner correspond. In the illustrated embodiment, the fastening member 15 is constructed as an obliquely extending guide groove on the stamp 1, in particular 6 such guide grooves, so that the cover 12 with the fastening member 16 constructed as a dot-shaped protrusion can be screwed on the bottom side of the stamp 1. However, the fastening members 15 and 16 can also be constructed as a snap mechanism, for example.

[0052] Figure 1c The stamp 1 is shown in a preferred cutting position when the operating member 4 and the cutting device 2 are activated. That is, the operating member 4 is moved along the preferably slot-shaped recess 17 or opening so that the cutting device 2 is pivoted or moved out of the slot-shaped opening 18 toward the top side 8. In the cutting position, the stamp 1 is arranged in a manner deflected by more than 90° relative to the printing position.

[0053] Preferably, the cutting device 2 can be used in this way to cut various objects 19, such as paper, cardboard, films, packaging, etc. When the operating member 4 is manipulated or activated, the cutting device 2 is swung out from the upper part 3 of the stamp 1 toward the top side 8 or upwards, while the operating member 4 is deflected in the opposite direction, namely toward the paint application device 13 or the bottom side of the stamp 1. If a cover 12 is provided, this cover is preferably attached or screwed on during the cutting operation, in particular to prevent the user from coming into contact with the paint application device 13 during the cutting process. It should be pointed out here that there are also other stamp types that do not pose a risk of contamination even if a cover 12 is not provided (for example Fig. 9 and Fig.11 Self-inking stamp shown).

[0054] Figure 2a is a top view of a stamp 1 of the present invention including a cutting device 2 and a manipulation member 3, and, Figure 2b as well as Figure 3 Based on Figure 2a Sectional view along line AA.

[0055] Preferably, the deflection mechanism 7 is composed of at least one deflection rod 20 and an operating member 4, to which the cutting device 2 is fixed. However, the deflection rod 20 and the operating member 4 can also be constructed in one piece. The deflection mechanism 7, in particular the deflection rod 20, has a support shaft 21, so that when the operating member 4 is operated or activated toward the bottom side of the stamp 1, the cutting device 2 can be deflected toward the top side of the stamp 1. As shown in the figure, the support shaft 21 is preferably closer to the cutting device 2 than the operating member 4. In this way, when the operating member 4 is activated, the cutting device 2 can be rotated out of the stamp 1 to a greater extent, that is, the adjustment stroke of the cutting device 2 is greater than the operating stroke of the operating member 4. Of course, the support shaft 21 can be arranged along the entire length of the deflection mechanism 7 inside the housing, for example, close to the cutting device 2, for example in the central area of ​​the deflection mechanism 7. The closer the support shaft 21 is to the cutting device 2, the smaller the deflection movement of the cutting device 2 relative to the deflection movement of the operating member 4.

[0056] In order to reset the cutting device 2, in particular to the interior of the stamp housing, i.e. to a position where the cutting device 2 preferably does not protrude from the outside of the upper part 4, a holding or reset member 22, in particular in the form of a reset spring, can be provided, which (can) be connected to the housing of the stamp 1 or an insert 23 installed therein on one side and (can) be connected to the deflection mechanism 7, in particular to the deflection rod 20 on the other side. This connection is preferably carried out via fastening members 24, 25. However, it is also possible that one of the fastening members 24, 25 is not provided and the holding or reset member 22 is fixedly connected on one side. The holding or reset member 22 is preferably fixed to the deflection mechanism 7 in the area of ​​the cutting device 2, but can also be arranged at another location of the deflection mechanism 7 between the bearing shaft 21 and the cutting device 2.

[0057] The cutting device 2 is preferably rigidly fastened to the deflection rod 20. In the illustrated embodiment, the deflection rod 20 is designed in an arc shape and the cutting device 2 is arranged substantially perpendicular to the deflection rod 20. The angled design of the deflection rod 20 makes it possible to provide more space for the cutting device 2, in particular for an inserted knife. As a result, in the rest position, the cutting device 2 is completely accommodated by the upper part 3. Of course, the deflection rod 20 can also be designed in a straight manner or at another angle, and the cutting device 2 can also be arranged at another angle to the deflection rod 20.

[0058] Since the support shaft 21 can be arranged at different positions of the deflection mechanism 7, and the deflection rod 20 and / or the cutting device 2 can adopt different angles, and the position and force effect of the holding or resetting member 22 can also be changed, the deflection movement, the angle of the cutting device 2 or the knife, and the force required to activate the operating member 4 can be precisely adjusted or regulated.

[0059] In order to better hold or guide the support shaft 21, support members 26a, 26b, in particular, support shells may be provided. Preferably, in particular when the upper part 3 is constructed in one piece, the support member 26b adopts a removable construction scheme. In the case where the upper part 3 is constructed in one piece, the support shaft 21 of the deflection rod 20 arranged in a deflectable manner is supported in a manner that can be supported separately by means of the support members 26a, 26b, that is, the support member 26a is preferably constructed in one piece in the upper part 3 and can be inserted into the support shaft 21 of the deflection rod 20, and then the other support member 26b is attached so that the support shaft 21 is completely supported in the support socket formed by the two support members 26a, 26b. However, the support member 26b can also be constructed in the housing of the stamp 1, or a complete support receptacle is constructed in the housing, in particular when the upper part 3 adopts a half-shell construction scheme or has a side notch for inserting the support shaft 21.

[0060] The optionally provided further cutting device 11 is preferably constructed on the side 9 of the upper part 3, in particular arranged on the side 9 where the cutting device 2 is provided in the upper region. However, the cutting device 11 can also be arranged on the top side 8 of the upper part 3. Preferably, the cutting device 11 is composed of a groove 27, in particular a slot-shaped groove 27, located in the housing of the upper part 3, and a cutting member 28, in particular a blade, arranged inside the housing. The cutting element 28 is preferably positioned in a manner spaced apart from the housing wall by a spacing element 29, and is in particular arranged in a manner that can be deflected, preferably horizontally, along the longitudinal extension direction of the slot-shaped groove 27. In this case, the cutting member 28 is preferably arranged on the optional insert 23, or directly on the inner side of the upper part 3 of the stamp 1. In the stamp housing, it is fixed on the insert 23 or on the upper part 3, in particular by a fastening member 30, which is axial and thus realizes a deflection movement. In order to limit the pivoting movement of the cutting member 28, a limit stop can be provided on the insert 23 or on the inner side of the housing. That is, the cutting device 11 is preferably designed as a letter opener, wherein when an envelope is inserted into the groove 27 and dragged along the longitudinal extension of the groove 27, the cutting member 28 is slightly deflected and the envelope is torn open. By providing the spacing element 29 and supporting the cutting member 28 in a deflectable manner, the cutting member 28 is prevented from getting stuck.

[0061] In the embodiment shown, the paint application device 13 is fixed on the bottom side of the insert 23 in the housing of the stamp 1. In this case, the insert 23 preferably has a shell-like projection 31 ( Figure 1b), which in particular detachably surrounds the shaft projections 32, 33 of the paint application device 13 formed on the shaft body 35. Such shell-shaped protrusions 31 can of course also be arranged directly on the housing of the stamp 1, in particular on the upper part 3. One of the two shaft projections 32, 33 of the paint application device 13, in the embodiment shown, the shaft projection 32, preferably has a larger diameter than the other shaft projection 33, and has an opening 34 for filling or replenishing paint. The second shaft projection 33 is preferably closed, the shaft body 35 adopts a hollow construction scheme, and other grooves 36 are provided in the shaft body 35, so that the paint application device 13 can be easily impregnated or filled with paint from the inside.

[0062] The insert 23 may preferably have a cutting member 28, a spacing element 29, a projection 31 and a fastening member 25. The holding or resetting member 22 may also be fixed or arranged directly on the insert 23. However, some or all of these members and elements may also be constructed in the upper part 3, or the insert 23 may be completely omitted. In the case of using the insert 23, this insert is preferably constructed as follows: a support surface 37 and a snap-on element 38 are provided on the insert 23, wherein a support surface 39 and a snap-on surface 40 are constructed in the upper part 1 or on the upper part. When the support surface 37 rests on the support surface 39, the snap-on element 38 snaps into the snap-on surface 40. By this, the insert 23 is preferably held in the receiving area 14 by the support surfaces 37, 39 in a manner that prevents movement, and is prevented from moving toward the bottom side of the stamp 1 by means of a snap connection or a snap-on element 38 that is particularly constructed as a snap-on flange. The snap-on element 38 preferably adopts a detachable construction scheme.

[0063] Figure 5 The cutting device 2 and the operating member 4 are shown in an activated or operated position. Figure 2b and Figure 5 The deflection movement can be seen exemplarily. Preferably, the force direction of the holding or resetting member 22 is substantially opposite to the deflection direction of the cutting device 2. Based on this deflection movement solution and resetting, when cutting on the object 19, the cutting device 2 applies a pressing force opposite to the resetting force of the holding or resetting member 22, thereby preferably keeping the cutting device 2 in its manipulated position, thereby reducing the force required to manipulate the manipulation member 4 or maintain its manipulated state.

[0064] In the case of actuation or activation of the actuation member 4, that is, when the actuation member 4 moves along the slot-shaped groove 17 (at Figure 1cIn the case of a movement of the upper part 3 (as can be seen more clearly in FIG. 1 ), the cutting device 2 is deflected in the opposite direction. Preferably, a contact surface 41a is provided on the deflection mechanism 7 or on the deflection rod 20, which, in particular, abuts against the inner side 41b of the upper part 3, in particular against the top side 8 inside the stamp 1, when the cutting device 2 is extended or activated, and limits the cutting device 2 to prevent it from being deflected further outwards. In addition, the cutting device 2 can be limited in a manner opposite to the pressure during the cutting process by the stop surface 42 formed in the end area of ​​the slit-shaped opening 18. This can further increase the stability of the cutting device 2.

[0065] Figure 6 and Figure 7 The deflection mechanism 7 is shown without the components of the stamp 1, wherein Figure 6 is an exploded view of the deflection mechanism 7 and the components preferably arranged thereon (such as the support member 26b and the holding or restoring member 22), Figure 7 A deflection mechanism 7 comprising a fixed deflection rod 20 and a cutting device 2 is shown.

[0066] The deflection mechanism 7 is preferably composed of a deflection rod 20 and an operating member 4, wherein the deflection mechanism can of course also have additional components or can be subdivided into components in different ways or further. An integral construction scheme can also be adopted. On the deflection mechanism 7 or the deflection rod 20, the cutting device 2 is arranged in an end area 43, and the operating member 4 is arranged in another end area 44. In particular, when the deflection mechanism 7 adopts a two-part or multi-component construction scheme, the deflection rod 20 preferably has a groove or opening 45 on the end face in the end area 44, and has another groove 49 on the side 46 or on the top side 47 or the bottom side 48, wherein the opening 45 is connected to the groove 49. In this preferred construction scheme, a snap edge 50 is formed by arranging the opening 45 and the groove 49 on different sides of the deflection rod 20, or by openings / grooves at a certain angle to each other. The operating member 4 preferably has a protrusion 51, on which a snap element 52 can be provided, so that it can be easily connected to the deflection rod 20. In this case, the projection 51 of the operating element 4 is inserted into the opening 45, wherein the projection 51 is pushed to the adjacent groove 49, so that the snap projection or the snap element 52 snaps onto the snap edge 50, thereby connecting the operating member 4 to the deflection rod 20. Of course, the operating member 4 can also be connected to the deflection rod 20 in other ways, for example by bonding, in which case it is not necessary to provide the groove 49 and the snap element 52. The projection 51 can also be formed not on the operating member 4, but on the deflection rod 20. In this case, the operating member 4 is in particular formed by an operating button, wherein, even in this solution, snap elements are preferably formed on the operating button and on the projection 51, or the operating member 4 can be connected to the deflection rod 20 by bonding.

[0067] from Figure 7 As can be seen more clearly, the support shaft 21 provided on the deflection rod 20 is preferably arranged in the rear half of the deflection mechanism 7, in particular in the area between the center of the deflection mechanism 7 and the end area of ​​the operating member 4 or the operating surface for the user. The support shaft 21 and the longitudinal extension of the deflection rod 20 are at an angle of approximately 90° to each other and preferably have a circular cross-sectional shape. In order to accommodate the protrusion 53 of the support shaft 21, support members 26a, 26b are provided. Preferably, one of the support members 26a is constructed as a support shell or a partial shell, in particular a half shell, and is arranged in the upper part 3 of the stamp 1 ( Figure 2b ), and the second support member 26b is also constructed as a partial shell, in particular a half shell, which can be inserted later for installation. In order to fix the support member 26b, this fixing member 54 has a protrusion in particular. Of course, both support members 26a, 26b can also be arranged in the stamp 1, or both can be constructed to be removable. Instead of using a partial shell or a half shell, a support shell can be constructed in the upper part 3 of the stamp 1, which surrounds the protrusion 53 of the support shaft 21 for the most part (except for the socket) or completely.

[0068] The cutting device 2 arranged in the front area of ​​the deflection mechanism 7 or the deflection rod 20 is preferably detachably connected to the deflection rod 20. For this purpose, the deflection rod 20 preferably has a groove 55 for the cutting device 2 to be inserted or inserted, and also has a snap-fit ​​member 56, which is snap-fitted or connected with a snap-fit ​​57, especially a groove, located on the cutting device 2. The snap-fit ​​member 56 preferably has a protrusion 59 ( Figure 2b ) of the deflection rod 20. In addition, a guiding or limiting member 60 may be provided in the groove 55. In this way, the cutting device 2 can be fixed in the deflection rod 20 so that the cutting device is fixed in its position in the deflection rod 20. Preferably, the movable element 58 holds the cutting device 2, in particular on the bayonet 57, via the protrusion 59. In this way, the cutting device 2 can be locked in the deflection rod 20 to prevent the cutting device 2 from falling against the insertion direction. Preferably, the cutting device 2 can be switched in a certain way so that the protrusion 59 moves out of the bayonet 57. In the illustrated embodiment, the groove 55 is arranged on the top side 47 in the front area of ​​the deflection rod 20. However, the groove can also be arranged directly on the end side of the deflection rod 20 in the end area 43. The holding mechanism for holding the cutting device 2 in the deflection rod 20 can also adopt different embodiments, and / or the cutting device 2 can also be connected to the deflection rod 20 in an inseparable manner, for example by bonding. In the case of using bonding, the snap member 56 , the bayonet 57 , the movable element 58 including the protrusion 59 , and the guiding or restricting member 60 may not be provided.

[0069] As shown, the deflection rod 20 can be curved in its longitudinal extension. However, the deflection rod can also be a straight embodiment, or have several concave edges (Bugkanten), or be curved. However, the deflection rod 20 preferably has a contact surface 41a, which is used in particular as a contact surface 41a inside the stamp 1. By abutting the contact surface 41a against the inner side of the upper part 3 of the stamp 1, the deflection movement is limited during the operation or activation of the operating member 4. In the case of providing the contact surface 41a, not only is the maximum extension of the cutting device 2 limited, but the stability is also enhanced, especially when cutting objects 19 (such as Figure 1c As shown), because in this case, the downward pressure of the user leads to an increase in the force acting on the deflection mechanism 7 or the deflection rod 20.

[0070] The fastening member 24 for the holding or reset member 22 is preferably arranged in the front region on the bottom side 48 of the deflection mechanism 7 or the deflection rod 20. Of course, the fastening member 24 can also be arranged in other areas of the deflection rod 20, such as the side 46 or the top side 47. Preferably, the holding or reset member 22 is constructed as an elastic element, in particular a tension spring. However, the holding or reset member 22 can also be constructed as a compression spring and, for example, be arranged or fixed on the top side 47 of the deflection rod 20. However, the holding or reset member 22 can also be arranged in the end area 44, wherein the force effect in the end area 44 is opposite to the end area 43, and in this case, the holding or reset member 22 is used so that there is a traction force acting from top to bottom and / or a pressure acting from bottom to top. In this embodiment, the holding or reset member 22 can, for example, be constructed as an upward tension spring or a compression spring acting from bottom to top.

[0071] In order to better explain the preferred layout and construction of the cutting device 2, Figure 8 A rendering of a cutting device 2 installed in the upper part of a stamp 1 is shown, wherein a facet of the upper part 3 is shown in particular transparently and the cutting device 2 is shown in a starting position or inactive position, in which the cutting device 2 is completely embedded in the housing of the stamp 1.

[0072] The stamp 1 with the cutting device 2 basically operates as follows: due to the operating element 4 from its Figure 1a The rest position shown is moved into its Figure 1c In the shown activated position, the deflection lever 20 is deflected by the bearing axis 21, so that the cutting device 2 fixed to the deflection lever 20 is deflected outward from the upper part 3. If the cutting device 2 is no longer required, the actuating element 4 can be released, so that the cutting device 2 is pulled into the interior of the upper part 3 due to the holding or restoring element 22, so that the actuating element 4 is transferred into the rest position due to the bearing axis 21.

[0073] Figures 9 to 11Other embodiments of stamps 1 are shown, in which the cutting device 2 is activated or the operating member 4 is operated. The cutting device 2 of the present invention can be constructed or arranged in various stamps 1, that is, it is suitable for different stamp types, such as self-inking stamps 1 ( Fig. 9 , Fig.11 ), a pre-inked stamp 1, in particular a photosensitive stamp 1 ( Fig.10 ), rolling seal( Figure 1b ) etc., and is also applicable to stamps 1 of different structural forms, such as rectangular or square stamps 1 ( Fig. 9 , Fig.10 ), oval or circular seal 1( Fig.11 ).

[0074] Different types and structural forms of stamps 1 preferably have the top side 8 of the upper part 3 in the upper end region and a paint application device 13 in the opposite end region or in the receiving area 14, wherein the cutting device 2 including the deflection device 7 is preferably arranged in the upper end region.

[0075] When the cutting device 2 is arranged in the upper part 3 in a motion-linked manner with the operating member 4, and the cap 12 for sealing the paint application device 13 is preferably fixed to the stamp 1, the cutting device 2 of the stamp 1 is used as follows: when the operating member 4 is operated or activated, this operating member is deflected in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the cutting device 2, wherein the operating member 4 is deflected toward the cap 12 or the paint application device 13, and when the operating member 4 is deactivated, this operating member is reset to the starting position by the holding or reset member 22, in which the cutting device 2 is arranged inside the upper part 3.

[0076] Finally, it should be pointed out that this description mainly focuses on the device, wherein all features related to the device also apply to the method by analogy.

[0077] It is also pointed out as a general rule that the invention is not limited to the embodiment variants shown but rather can encompass further embodiments and designs.

Claims

1. A stamp (1) with a cutting device (2), having a gripping area (10) arranged on the outer shell of an upper part (3), and having a receiving area (14) in which a paint application device (13) is arranged, wherein: The cutting device (2) and the associated operating member (4) are arranged on the upper part (3), and the operating member (4) is designed to activate and / or lock the cutting device (2), characterized in that the operating member (4) and the cutting device (2) are arranged on mutually opposite corner areas (5, 6) of the upper part (3) and are connected via a deflection mechanism (7).

2. The seal (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The deflection mechanism (7) is composed of at least one deflection rod (20) and the operating member (4), and the cutting device (2) is fixed to the deflection rod.

3. The seal (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The cutting device (2) is rigidly fixed on the deflection rod (20).

4. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The deflection rod (20) has an opening (45) for accommodating the operating member (4).

5. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The operating member (4) or the deflection rod (20) has a protrusion (51), on which a snap-in element (52) for connecting the operating member (4) to the deflection rod (20) is provided.

6. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The deflection lever (20) has a groove (49) which is connected to the opening (45) of the deflection lever (20) and thus forms a snap-in edge (50) for a snap-in element (52) of the operating member (4).

7. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The deflection mechanism (7), in particular the deflection rod (20), has a bearing shaft (21) for being supported in the upper part (3), which is arranged between the operating member (4) and the cutting device (2), wherein the bearing shaft (21) is preferably arranged in the rear half of the deflection mechanism (7), i.e., in the half in which the operating member (4) is provided.

8. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that In order to fix and support the deflection rod (20) on the upper part (3), a support element (26a, 26b) is provided or can be inserted.

9. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The cutting device (2) or the deflection lever (20) is held in a starting position facing away from an actuating position by a holding or restoring element (22), in particular a restoring spring.

10. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that The retaining or restoring element (22) for the deflection lever (20) is fastened in the upper part (3) or on an insert (23).

11. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that The deflection rod (20) has a fastening element (24) for fixing the holding or restoring element (22), which is preferably arranged on the bottom side (48) of the deflection rod (20).

12. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that The stamp (1) is designed as a rolling stamp, a self-inking stamp, a photosensitive stamp or a pre-inking stamp (1), wherein the stamp (1), in particular the upper part (3), preferably has a substantially rectangular, square, oval or circular cross-sectional shape.

13. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that A drum or roller is provided on the insert (23) for applying paint, in particular in the form of letters, symbols or images.

14. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that A further cutting device (11) is provided in the upper part (3), which has a slit-like recess (27) which is preferably used for opening letters.

15. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that A cover (12) for covering the paint application device (13) can be fixed on the upper part (3) or in the receiving area (14).

16. A stamp (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that The frame structure of the housing of the upper part (3) is constructed in one piece.

17. A method of using a cutting device (2) of a stamp (1), wherein: The cutting device (2) and the operating member (4) are arranged in a motion-linked manner in the upper part (3) of the stamp (1), and a cover (12) for closing a paint application device (13) is preferably fixed to the stamp (1), characterized in that when the operating member (4) is activated, the operating member is deflected in the opposite direction of the movement direction of the cutting device (2), wherein the operating member (4) is deflected toward the cover (12) or the paint application device (13), and when the operating member (4) is deactivated, the operating member is reset to a starting position by a holding or reset member (22), in which the cutting device (2) is arranged inside the upper part (3).

18. The method according to claim 17, characterized in that The stamp (1) is constructed according to any one of claims 1 to 16.

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