Patent ID: 8100507
Filing Date: 2012-01-24
Classification: B41J

Abstract:
1. A printer comprising: a base printing module having; a base support comprising: a plurality of expansion modules configured with at least one locating pin and configured to be releasably coupled to said base support, wherein each expansion module from said plurality of expansion modules includes a tie bar and a tie bar coupling, wherein each tie bar is configured to couple with a tie bar coupling of an adjacent expansion module, said tie bar comprising a substantially rigid member with a length especially configured for achieving appropriate spacing between said expansion module and said adjacent expansion module; wherein said base support is further configured with a backplane for ensuring that said base module and said plurality of expansion modules remain planar, and wherein said base support further comprises a tolerance receiving aperture, and wherein each expansion module from said plurality of expansion modules comprises a locating pin, said locating pin being sized to closely conform to said tolerance receiving aperture to achieve a predetermined position of said first expansion module relative to said base support.