Method of assembling inkjet printhead having aligned printhead segments

摘要

A method of assembling an inkjet printhead is provided comprising providing an elongate support structure and positioning carrier units carrying printhead segments on the support structure. The support structure has a base, two sidewalls extending from the base and ink supply channels defined between the base and sidewalls. The sidewalls and channels define a slot extending along the support structure such that the channels are in fluid communication with the slot. One carrier unit is positioned in the slot so that its printhead segment is placed in fluid communication with the channels. The first carrier unit is then secured within the slot. A subsequent carrier unit(s) is positioned in the slot so that its printhead segment is placed in fluid communication with the channels. The position of the subsequent carrier unit(s) is then adjusted to align the respective printhead segments. The subsequent carrier unit(s) is then secured within the slot.