Patent ID: 7832830
Filing Date: 2010-11-16
Classification: B41J

Abstract:
1. A inkjet recording device comprising: a plurality of inkjet heads each having an ink ejection surface in which a plurality of nozzles configured to eject ink drops are formed; a frame that has a plurality of holes formed therein and supports the plurality of inkjet heads such that the plurality of ink ejection surfaces are respectively exposed from the plurality of holes, the frame comprising: a cap comprising a projection formed thereon to define a plurality of recessed portions each having a planar shape capable of encompassing each of the plurality of ink ejection surfaces which are exposed from the holes of the frame; and a cap moving mechanism configured to move at least one of the cap and the frame to selectively position the projection at a first position and a second position, wherein at the first position, the projection abuts the abutment area of the frame, wherein the projection at the first position abuts on the frame such that the plurality of ink ejection surfaces are respectively surrounded by the plurality of recessed portions, a thickness of the abutment area is thicker than a thickness of the support area, the inkjet heads being supported on the support area, and the projection at the second position is spaced from the frame.