Modular printhead with consecutive printhead modules

摘要

A modular printhead includes a carrier. An elongate ink delivery member is mounted in the carrier and defines a plurality of longitudinal conduits for each carrying a respective type of ink. The elongate ink delivery member further defines a plurality of sets of apertures, each set including a plurality of apertures which are each in register with a corresponding conduit. A plurality of printhead modules is positioned end-to-end on the carrier. Each printhead module includes a plurality of inkjet nozzles. Each inkjet nozzle engages with a respective set of apertures so that each inkjet nozzle of each module is engaged in fluid communication with a respective conduit.