Feature: Components
and battalion aid stations. Operating the device in such harsh, demanding environments set the standard for Inelco Hunter and FCL Components to match the concept with a ruggedised printing solution. Te solution had to reliably print ultrasound and ECG results in
all types of environments, so weight, shock absorption, dimensions and power consumption were all very important factors.
The Solution Tese crucial requirements were met by customising the FCL- FTP-648 printer mechanism. Tis 4-inch thermal printer features a metal body instead of the commonly used plastic body to provide several design advantages. Te dimensions of the printer with a metal frame are relatively small - a plastic body would require a larger structure to obtain the same rigidity. Te metal frame provides robustness and guarantees a perfect alignment of the thermal head and platen, preventing the need for additional reinforcement. Te robust nature of the metal frame also optimises shock and
vibration resistance, and functions as a heat sink for heat generated by the printing head, whilst shielding the components from any ESD generated by paper friction.
Conclusions Inelco Hunter and FCL Components both have long-standing experience in the design and manufacture of high-quality printers and the Philips rugged printer mechanism solution met all of the stringent requirements of weight, shock absorption, dimensions and power consumption, where reliability and quality are both vital. Inelco Hunter has been providing customised solutions for
over thirty years and as the electronics industry continues to evolve, the role of distributors is shiſting to strategic engineering partners. Inelco Hunter’s design-led distribution approach exemplifies this shiſt, offering companies a combination of technical expertise, high-quality components, and long-term support. David Bushnell explains, “Our focus has always been to help our
customers by being deeply involved in their engineering processes. By supporting our customers through each design decision, we help them avoid potential pitfalls, reduce time to market, and ultimately create more robust and competitive products.”
For more information about Inelco Hunter and their services, visit
www.inelcohunter.co.uk
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