Patent Number: 6,254,229

Title: Filter for an inkjet printhead

Abstract: This present invention is embodied in a printing system for a printhead portion of an inkjet printer. The printing system of the present invention includes a filter, coupled between an ink supply and an inkjet printhead. A filter member having a plurality of holes can be coupled between the ink supply and the microscreen filter. Alternatively, the filter can be a thermally efficient filter comprised of a filter integrated with a heat transfer device and can be coupled to the inkjet printhead.

Inventors: Bohorquez; Jaime H. (Escondido, CA), Childers; Winthrop D. (San Diego, CA)

Assignee: Hewlett-Packard Company

International Classification: B41J 2/175 (20060101); B41J 002/175 ()

Expiration Date: 07/03/2018