Ink-Storage Unit Attachment Frame for Hand-Operated Stamp
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing ink-storage units for hand-operated stamps are difficult to fill with the right amount of stamping ink, leading to soiling issues when removing the unit from packaging and inserting it into the stamp, as the ink often comes into contact with cutting tools and other materials during the process.
Innovation Solution
An ink-storage unit with a detachable attachment frame that serves as a dosing aid, allowing for precise filling of the ink-storage body within a trough-shaped container, utilizing snap-on fixing elements and a lower ring-like flange projection for sealing to prevent ink leakage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If the ink-storage body is removed from packaging before insertion into the stamp, then the packaging can be opened, but the stamping ink contacts cutting tools and causes soiling
Solution Approach 1:
The ink-storage unit is divided into separate components: the ink-storage body, the container, and the attachment frame. This segmentation allows the ink-storage body to remain protected within the container during packaging removal, eliminating direct contact between the ink and cutting tools while still enabling straightforward packaging opening.
2Manufacturing precision
If the ink-storage body is soaked with stamping ink during production, then the right amount of ink can be provided, but the ink-storage unit becomes difficult to remove from packaging and insert into the stamp
Solution Approach 1:
The ink-storage body is pre-soaked with the correct amount of stamping ink during production while still in the container. The container then serves as a protective carrier that maintains the ink's proper saturation without creating handling difficulties, as the entire unit (container with inked body) is designed for easy removal and insertion.
3Measurement precision
If the attachment frame is used as a dosing frame, then the filling level can be precisely controlled, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment frame serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for the ink-storage body, acts as a dosing frame with integrated filling level control through its side walls, and facilitates secure mounting to the container. This multi-functionality achieves precise filling control without proportionally increasing device complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy and precise soaking of the ink-storage body with the right amount of stamping ink, reducing soiling during packaging removal and insertion into the hand-operated stamp, while ensuring the ink is contained and ready for use.
Implementation Method 1
an ink-storage body is arranged, the latter being configured to deliver stamping ink to a printing plate
Implementation Method 2
the ink-storage body is used which is soaked with stamping ink and consists particularly of PVA foam material
Data Source
AI summary
An ink-storage unit (1) for a hand-operated stamp, comprising a trough-shaped container (2) which is open at the top and inside of which an ink-storage body (3) is arranged, the latter being configured to deliver stamping ink (13) to a printing plate in the operating state, wherein at least an attachment frame (5A) is associated with the container (2), the attachment frame being detachably fixable, or fixed, to the upper side of the container (2) to serve as a filling aid.