Portable ink-jet printer integrated with laser positioning system
By integrating a laser positioning system into a portable inkjet printer, the laser emitter and inkjet module are coplanar and fixed, solving the problem of external laser pointers easily falling off and improving printing accuracy and operational stability.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 深圳市致开科技有限公司
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-15
AI Technical Summary
The external laser pointer attached to the existing inkjet printer is prone to falling off, requiring repeated calibration. The mechanical structure is loose, and the matching accuracy between the laser path and the printing trajectory is insufficient.
The portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system has the optical axes of the laser emitter and inkjet module coplanar with an acute angle. The laser emitter is installed inside the inkjet printer and fixed by clamping plates and blocks to prevent it from falling off and improve installation stability.
It achieves high-precision matching between the laser path and the printing trajectory, reduces assembly steps and calibration frequency, and improves shock resistance and ease of operation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of inkjet printers, and in particular to a portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system. Background Technology
[0002] Handheld inkjet printers, as core equipment in the industrial marking field, are widely used in product packaging, logistics traceability, and other scenarios. Traditional equipment relies on operators visually aligning the printing position, which is prone to misalignment due to hand tremors during the printing process. Although some equipment is equipped with electronic levels, it cannot provide a real-time visual baseline, making it difficult to meet the requirements of high-precision printing. Some existing inkjet printers use external laser pointers; however, external laser pointers are prone to detachment and require repeated calibration, and detachable laser modules pose a risk of mechanical loosening, while the matching accuracy between the laser path and the printing trajectory is insufficient. Utility Model Content
[0003] This invention provides a portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system to solve the problems of existing inkjet printers that use external laser pointers, which are prone to falling off and require repeated calibration, as well as the risk of mechanical structure loosening caused by detachable laser modules and insufficient matching accuracy between the laser path and the printing trajectory.
[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution of this utility model is: a portable inkjet printer integrating a laser positioning system, comprising:
[0005] The housing has an inkjet nozzle and a laser emission port respectively located on its adjacent two sides;
[0006] An inkjet module is installed inside the housing, with the inkjet end of the inkjet module protruding along the inkjet nozzle;
[0007] A laser emitter is installed inside the housing, with the emitting end of the laser emitter facing the laser emission port. The optical axis of the laser emitter is coplanar with the jet axis of the inkjet module, and the angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter and the jet axis of the inkjet module is an acute angle.
[0008] In the portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system described in this utility model, an installation plate is provided inside the housing, and a first clamping plate and a second clamping plate protrude from the installation plate for clamping the laser emitter.
[0009] In the portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system of the present invention, a first locking block is provided on the side of the first clamping plate near the second clamping plate, and a second locking block is provided on the side of the second clamping plate near the first clamping plate. The first locking block and the second locking block are used to restrict the laser emitter from being dislodged between the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate.
[0010] In the portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system of the present invention, the housing includes a first outer shell, a second outer shell, and a mounting bracket. The mounting plate is connected to one side of the mounting bracket. The first outer shell and the second outer shell are detachably connected. The mounting bracket and the mounting plate are disposed between the first outer shell and the second outer shell. The inkjet module is installed between the mounting bracket and the mounting plate. The laser emission port is disposed on the second outer shell.
[0011] In the portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system of the present invention, the maintenance compartment cover is detachably connected to the mounting frame, the mounting plate is located between the mounting frame and the maintenance compartment cover, the maintenance compartment cover is located between the second outer shell and the mounting plate, and the maintenance compartment cover is provided with a clearance groove for the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate to extend into.
[0012] In the portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system described in this utility model, the housing further includes a front sealing plate, which connects the first outer shell and the second outer shell, and the inkjet nozzle is disposed on the front sealing plate.
[0013] In the portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system described in this utility model, a transparent light-transmitting plate is provided at the laser emission port.
[0014] In the portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system described in this utility model, the laser emission port is set as an elongated slot, and the length direction of the laser emission port is the direction of the inkjet module's jet axis.
[0015] In the portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system described in this utility model, a roller is rotatably connected to the front cover plate.
[0016] In the portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system described in this utility model, the housing includes a handle. When the handle is facing down and the inkjet nozzle is facing forward, the laser emission port is located on the right side of the housing.
[0017] In the portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system described in this utility model, the angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter and the jetting axis of the inkjet module is in the range of 11.5°-12.5°.
[0018] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: In this portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system, the optical axis of the laser emitter is coplanar with the jetting axis of the inkjet module, and the angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter and the jetting axis of the inkjet module is an acute angle. The laser emitter emits laser to plan the route and position the mark, which can guide the inkjet module to print. The matching accuracy between the laser path and the printing trajectory is high. The laser emitter is installed inside the inkjet printer, so it is not easy for the laser emitter to fall off. The integrated structure can reduce the assembly process, and the laser emitter does not need to be repeatedly calibrated. Attached Figure Description
[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments are briefly introduced below. The drawings described below are only the corresponding drawings of some embodiments of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to this utility model.
[0021] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the portable inkjet printer with integrated laser positioning system of this utility model, along the plane containing the inkjet module's jet axis and the laser emitter's axis.
[0022] Figure 3 This is an exploded structural diagram of the portable inkjet printer with the integrated laser positioning system of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting plate of the portable inkjet printer with the integrated laser positioning system of this utility model;
[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of A in the middle.
[0025] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:
[0026] 1. Housing; 11. Mounting plate; 111. First clamping plate; 1111. First locking block; 112. Second clamping plate; 12. First outer shell; 13. Second outer shell; 131. Laser emission port; 1311. Light-transmitting plate; 14. Mounting bracket; 15. Maintenance compartment cover; 151. Clearance groove; 16. Front sealing plate; 161. Inkjet nozzle; 162. Roller; 17. Handle; 18. Ink cartridge compartment cover; 19. Main control board;
[0027] 2. Inkjet module;
[0028] 3. Laser emitter;
[0029] a. The jetting axis of the inkjet module; b. The axis of the laser emitter; c. The angle between the jetting axis of the inkjet module and the axis of the laser emitter. Detailed Implementation
[0030] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0031] The directional terms mentioned in this utility model, such as "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", "side", "top" and "bottom", are only for reference to the orientation of the accompanying drawings. The directional terms used are for the purpose of explaining and understanding this utility model, and are not intended to limit this utility model.
[0032] The terms "first" and "second" in this utility model are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, nor as a restriction on the order of events.
[0033] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0034] Existing inkjet printers use external laser pointers, but these external laser pointers are prone to falling off and require repeated calibration. The detachable laser module also poses a risk of mechanical structural loosening, and the matching accuracy between the laser path and the printing trajectory is insufficient.
[0035] The following is a portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system provided by this utility model, which can solve the above-mentioned technical problems.
[0036] In the diagram, units with similar structures are represented by the same labels.
[0037] See Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3This utility model provides a portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system, including a housing 1, an inkjet module 2, and a laser emitter 3. Inkjet nozzles 161 and laser emission nozzles 131 are respectively provided on adjacent sides of the housing 1. The inkjet module 2 is installed inside the housing 1, with its ejection end protruding along the inkjet nozzle 161. The laser emitter 3 is installed inside the housing 1, with its emission end facing the laser emission nozzle 131. The optical axis of the laser emitter 3 is coplanar with the ejection axis of the inkjet module 2, and the angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter 3 and the ejection axis of the inkjet module 2 is an acute angle.
[0038] The optical axis of the laser emitter 3 is coplanar with the jetting axis of the inkjet module 2 (ensuring the laser path matches the printing trajectory). The angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter 3 and the jetting axis of the inkjet module 2 is an acute angle (when coding is required, the jetting axis of the inkjet module 2 is perpendicular to the plane to be coded, and the angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter 3 and the jetting axis of the inkjet module 2 is an acute angle, so that the laser emitted by the laser emitter 3 can illuminate the plane to be coded). The laser emitter 3 emits a laser to plan the route and position the marker, which can guide the inkjet module 2 to print. The laser path and printing trajectory match with high accuracy. The laser emitter 3 is installed inside the coding machine, and the laser emitter 3 is not easy to fall off. The integrated structure can reduce assembly processes, and the laser emitter 3 does not need to be repeatedly calibrated.
[0039] In some embodiments, see Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 The housing 1 contains a mounting plate 11, on which a first clamping plate 111 and a second clamping plate 112 protrude and clamp the laser emitter 3. The first clamping plate 111 and the second clamping plate 112 clamp the laser emitter 3, making it easy to assemble and disassemble the laser emitter 3.
[0040] In some embodiments, see Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 A first locking block 1111 is provided on the side of the first clamping plate 111 near the second clamping plate 112, and a second locking block is provided on the side of the second clamping plate 112 near the first clamping plate 111. The first locking block 1111 and the second locking block are used to prevent the laser emitter 3 from dislodging between the first clamping plate 111 and the second clamping plate 112. The first locking block 1111 and the second locking block restrict the laser emitter 3 from dislodging, ensuring the installation stability of the laser emitter 3 and improving its shock resistance performance by 300% (according to the vibration test standard GB / T 2423.10).
[0041] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3The housing 1 includes a first outer shell 12, a second outer shell 13, and a mounting bracket 14. A mounting plate 11 is connected to one side of the mounting bracket 14, and the first outer shell 12 and the second outer shell 13 are detachably connected. The mounting bracket 14 and the mounting plate 11 are located between the first outer shell 12 and the second outer shell 13. The inkjet module 2 is mounted between the mounting bracket 14 and the mounting plate 11, and the laser emission port 131 is located on the second outer shell 13. The housing 1 has a compact overall structure and is easy to assemble and disassemble. An ink cartridge compartment cover 18 is provided on the housing 1, and the ink cartridge compartment cover 18 is correspondingly arranged with the inkjet module 2. A main control board 19 is also provided inside the housing 1, which controls the operation of the inkjet module 2 and the laser emitter 3.
[0042] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The housing 1 also includes a maintenance cover 15, which is detachably connected to the mounting bracket 14. A mounting plate 11 is located between the mounting bracket 14 and the maintenance cover 15, and the maintenance cover 15 is located between the mounting plate 11 and the second outer shell 13. The maintenance cover 15 is provided with a clearance groove 151 for the first clamping plate 111 and the second clamping plate 112 to extend into. When the laser emitter 3 needs to be replaced, only the second outer shell 13 needs to be removed, exposing the first clamping plate 111 and the second clamping plate 112, without requiring complete disassembly.
[0043] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The housing 1 also includes a front sealing plate 16, which connects the first outer shell 12 and the second outer shell 13. The inkjet nozzle 161 is located on the front sealing plate 16. The overall structure of the housing 1 is compact and easy to assemble and disassemble. A roller 162 is rotatably connected to the front sealing plate 16. The roller 162 facilitates the movement of the inkjet printer on the surface to be inkjetized.
[0044] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 A transparent light-transmitting plate 1311 is provided at the laser emission port 131. The light-transmitting plate 1311 can also be dustproof and sealed, and the material of the light-transmitting plate 1311 is optical grade polycarbonate.
[0045] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The laser emission port 131 is an elongated slot, and the length direction of the laser emission port 131 is the direction of the jetting axis of the inkjet module 2. The laser emitter 3 emits a laser, which passes through the laser emission port 131 and shines on the surface to be printed. The elongated slot shape of the laser emission port 131 can ensure that the light emitted by the laser emitter 3 is not easily blocked by the second outer shell 13.
[0046] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The housing 1 includes a handle 17. When the handle 17 is facing downwards and the inkjet nozzle 161 is facing forward, the laser emission port 131 is located on the right side of the housing 1. During printing, the handle 17 is held, and the roller 162 on the front cover plate 16 abuts against the printing surface. Printing generally proceeds from left to right. The laser emission port 131 is located on the right side, allowing the laser beam to be pre-planned for positioning during printing.
[0047] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter 3 and the jetting axis of the inkjet module 2 ranges from 11.5° to 12.5°. The fixed angle design ensures that the deviation of the laser reference line (the light emitted by the laser emitter 3) within a 3-meter printing distance is less than 0.5mm.
[0048] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: the hand handle 17 is held, the roller 162 on the front cover plate 16 abuts against the inkjet printing plane, the laser emitter 3 emits a laser, which passes through the laser emission port 131 and shines on the inkjet printing plane, which can be used to assist in positioning and determine the inkjet printing position. The inkjet module 2 prints the ink and moves the inkjet printer from left to right to complete the inkjet printing operation.
[0049] This completes the working process of a portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system.
[0050] In summary, although the present invention has been disclosed above, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be determined by the scope defined in the claims.
Claims
1. A portable inkjet printer integrating a laser positioning system, characterized in that, include: The housing has an inkjet nozzle and a laser emission port respectively located on its adjacent two sides; An inkjet module is installed inside the housing, with the inkjet end of the inkjet module protruding along the inkjet nozzle; A laser emitter is installed inside the housing, with the emitting end of the laser emitter facing the laser emission port. The optical axis of the laser emitter is coplanar with the jet axis of the inkjet module, and the angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter and the jet axis of the inkjet module is an acute angle.
2. The portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a mounting plate, and the mounting plate has a first clamping plate and a second clamping plate protruding from it for clamping the laser emitter.
3. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first clamping plate has a first locking block on the side near the second clamping plate, and the second clamping plate has a second locking block on the side near the first clamping plate. The first locking block and the second locking block are used to prevent the laser emitter from dislodging from between the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate.
4. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The housing includes a first outer shell, a second outer shell, and a mounting bracket. The mounting plate is connected to one side of the mounting bracket. The first outer shell and the second outer shell are detachably connected. The mounting bracket and the mounting plate are disposed between the first outer shell and the second outer shell. The inkjet module is installed between the mounting bracket and the mounting plate. The laser emission port is located on the second outer shell.
5. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The housing also includes a maintenance compartment cover, which is detachably connected to the mounting bracket. The mounting plate is located between the mounting bracket and the maintenance compartment cover. The maintenance compartment cover is located between the second outer shell and the mounting plate. The maintenance compartment cover is provided with a clearance groove for the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate to extend into.
6. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The housing also includes a front sealing plate, which connects the first outer shell and the second outer shell, and the inkjet nozzle is located on the front sealing plate.
7. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 1, characterized in that, A transparent light-transmitting plate is provided at the laser emission port.
8. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The laser emission port is configured as an elongated slot, and the length direction of the laser emission port is the direction of the jet axis of the inkjet module.
9. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing includes a handle, and when the handle is facing down and the inkjet nozzle is facing forward, the laser emission port is located on the right side of the housing.
10. A portable inkjet printer with an integrated laser positioning system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The angle between the optical axis of the laser emitter and the jet axis of the inkjet module is in the range of 11.5°-12.5°.