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2.1.3 Tape Feed Mechanism
When the tape is fed, the tape is pressed against the thermal head, which is nipped between the
platen and the thermal head. Here, the tape feed motor ASSY (step motor) rotates, of which drive
power is transmitted via the gear train to the platen gear and the platen, and consequently the
platen can feed the tape.
Fig. 2.1-3 Tape Feed Mechanism
Double gear C
Thermal head
Platen
Platen gear
Thermal tape
Tape feed motor ASSY
Double gear B
Double gear A