DE102004018799A1 - Tool for hot transfer of patterns especially for blocking onto book covers has an electrically heated pen with interchangeable tips with different profiles - Google Patents

Abstract

A tool for hot transfer of patterns onto surfaces, e.g. for blocking onto book covers has a pen shape with a tubular grip (1) with an integral heating element (2) and electric connections (4). An interchangeable tip (5) is mounted on a heat conducting shaft (6) which slides into a recess in a holder (7) set into the grip by a number of threaded connecting elements (8). The holder has a number of venting apertures (9) while the inside of the grip is fitted with a thermal insulating layer. The grip and the connections are made of steel.

Description

The The present invention relates to an embossing pen for decoration and in particular Gilding book covers.

For example be for this Embossing stamp used, the one you want Have lettering or pattern. An embossing foil is then used for embossing in the desired one Color is placed on the corresponding part of the cover of the book dies with the warmed Pattern pressed onto the foil, the foils being transferred to the book cover in the form of a pattern becomes. stamping foils are available in all colors, including gold.

Next dies so-called line and arc sets are also used. These will also warmed and on an embossing foil under transfer of the desired one Pattern.

Have arches the disadvantage that the respective radius is specified.

The Decorating with line and arc sets required thus a multitude of individual line and arc sets. moreover it is necessary to separate the known embossing agents Bring the heater to the appropriate temperature. It falls when embossing Temperature drops quickly, so that after a short time not an optimal one Result is more achievable.

On free drawing or writing is with the well-known embossing agents, like stamps or Line and arc sets however not possible.

It there was therefore a need for an embossing agent that was free to design, like drawing or writing, without the embossing agent must be used with a specified pattern. The embossing agent should also the for embossing required temperature also above a longer one Can keep the period constant.

According to the invention Embossing pin problem solved, which has a heated tip. With the embossing pen according to the invention can on the stamping foil can be freely written or drawn without any restriction by the predetermined shape of the embossing agent to succumb.

• a) ein rohrförmiges Griffstück,
• b) eine Heizungsvorrichtung mit Heizungselement und Stromzufuhr, die in dem rohrförmigen Griffstück enthalten ist,
• c) eine Prägespitze, die über einen Schaft aus wärmeleitendem Material mit dem Heizungselement verbunden ist,
• d) einen Aufnahmekörper für das Heizelement, sowie
• e) gegebenenfalls Verbindungsstücke zur Verbindung des Aufnahmekörpers mit dem Griffstück, wobei die Prägespitze beheizbar ist und der Abstand zwischen der Spitze der Prägespitze und der Unterkante des rohrförmigen Griffstücks in einem Bereich von 10 bis 30 mm liegt.

According to the invention, this problem is solved by providing an embossing pin which contains:

• a) a tubular handle,
• b) a heating device with heating element and power supply, which is contained in the tubular handle,
• c) an embossing tip which is connected to the heating element via a shaft made of heat-conducting material,
• d) a receiving body for the heating element, and
• e) optionally connecting pieces for connecting the receiving body to the handle, the embossing tip being heatable and the distance between the tip of the embossing tip and the lower edge of the tubular handle being in a range from 10 to 30 mm.

The Embossing pin according to the invention has dimensions and a configuration which are chosen in such a way that the embossing pin how a pen can be handled. In operation, the embossing tip heated. The embossing pin with heated embossing tip is like a pen over the embossed foil on the book cover is guided and thus enables a free and simple Writing and drawing on the embossing foil and thus the desired lettering or decorating the book cover.

The Distance between the tip of the embossing tip and the lower edge of the handle according to the invention between 10 and 30 mm, preferably 15 and 20 mm, chosen, making a light and safe handling of the embossing pin is made possible. If the distance is smaller, the field of vision when writing is narrowed. If the distance is larger, it worsens secure guidance of the pen.

The embossing tip as well as the shaft, over the embossing tip connected to a heating element consist of a heat-conducting Material, usually Metal. Suitable examples are steel, brass or a beryllium-copper alloy.

The embossing tip is detachably connected to the shaft, and can be exchanged in a simple way.

This allows the use of differently shaped embossing tips with the same embossing pin, which creates a high variability guaranteed when writing and decorating is.

As well the shaft can be detached be designed by the heating element.

The Connection between embossing tip and shaft or shaft and heating element can by suitable means such as screwing or attaching.

For heating the embossing tips can heaters can be used, as they are known for example for soldering irons. such Heaters include a heater element and a power connector. The shaft and thus the embossing tip connected to the shaft be about that Heating element to the desired one Operating temperature warmed.

The Temperature depends on the processing temperature of the chosen stamping foil. This is usually below 200 ° C, generally between 60 ° C up to 150 ° C.

The present embossing pin can for any commercially available stamping foil be used. It is particularly suitable for use with gold foils for gold decoration of book covers.

The The heater is housed in a handle which is a tubular hollow body.

The Dimensions of the handle are chosen so that the embossing pin how a pen can be handled. The diameter of the grip is to be chosen that on the one hand the heating device can be accommodated in it and on the other hand, if possible safe guidance of the pen possible is.

The Material for the handle is not critical. For example, it can be made of plastic or metal such as steel.

Consists the handle made of a conductive material is preferably at least in areas of current leadership or heat generation adequate insulation is provided. Insulating materials known per se can be used for this such as used from plastics.

below becomes the embossing pin according to the invention explained using figures, the a preferred embodiment of the above embossing pin represent.

It show here

1 a longitudinal section through the embossing pin according to the invention,

2 a longitudinal section through the handle of the embossing pin according 1 ;

3 a longitudinal section through the receiving body according to the embossing pin 1 ;

4 a longitudinal section through a connector according to the embossing pin according to 1 ;

5 the view of an embossing tip, and

6 the view of a shaft for the embossing pin according to 1 ,

1 to 4 are on a scale of 1: 1 and 5 and 6 reproduced on a scale of 2: 1.

As in 1 shown is in the embossing pin according to the invention in a tubular handle 1 a heater 2 comprising the heating element 3 and the power supply 4 brought in. The power supply is with the heating element 3 connected and supplies this via the cable 12 with the required current. The heating element 3 is in a receiving body 7 accommodated. The receiving body 7 consists of a heat-conducting material such as metal, e.g. steel.

The embossing tip 5 is with the heating element over a shaft 6 connected. Also embossing tip 5 as well as shaft 6 consist of a heat-conducting material such as metal. Suitable examples are steel, brass or a beryllium-copper alloy.

The shaft 6 is in the receiving body 7 introduced and so with the heating element 3 connected.

For the connection between the embossing tip 5 and shaft 6 as well as shaft 6 and receiving body 7 threads are provided here for screwing so that simple replacement is possible. Other suitable connection options can also be used, such as simple attachment or permanent connections such as gluing or welding, and combinations of detachable and permanent connections.

In the lower part of the handle 1 in which the heating element 3 runs, are in the sleeve of the handle 1 openings 9 provided, which are designed slit-shaped here. These openings 9 prevent overheating inside the handle. The number and shape of the openings is not critical and can be selected as required.

To isolate the back of the openings 9 adjoining area of the handle 1 can be an insulating body 10 be provided.

The insulating body 10 seals the front area of the handle 1 from the rear area, which adjoins the slots. The insulating body 10 contains a hole through which the receiving body 7 is passed through.

The insulating body 10 consists of an insulating material such as plastic. The insulating body 10 causes not only insulation, but also stabilization of the receiving body 7 inside the handle 1 ,

As in 1 shown, the receiving body 7 widen in the rear area. A 1: 1 illustration of the handle 1 according to the embodiment in 1 is in 2 shown. The tubular hollow body has a length of 136 mm and an outer diameter of 14 mm.

There is a thread in the rear area 19 for screwing with a connector 8th indicated.

The openings shown here 9 have an elongated shape. The cross section of the handle 1 is round. However, oval or square shapes can also be selected.

3 shows a 1: 1 reproduction of the recording body 7 for the heating element 3 ,

The receiving body 7 has a total length of 85 mm in this embodiment. The outer diameter in the front area, i.e. in the direction of the embossing tip, is 5 mm with an inner diameter of 2 mm. In the rear area, here in an area over 18 mm, the outer diameter is expanded to 8 mm. The receiving body points in this area 7 an external thread 13 with dimensions M8 × 0.75 mm for screwing with a connecting piece 8th which has a corresponding internal thread of M8 × 0.75 mm.

In the in 1 embodiment shown are two connectors 8a and 8b intended.

These connectors serve to connect the receiving body 7 with the handle 1 , At the connectors 8th These are tubular bodies that enter the inner cavity of the handle 1 be introduced. For this purpose, their diameter is chosen to be somewhat smaller than the diameter of the cavity of the handle.

The front area of the connector 8a is with an internal thread 14 provided as in 4 shown which is a 1: 1 reproduction of the connector 8a according to the embossing pin 1 is.

This area is used for connection with the corresponding external thread 13 of the receiving body 7 screwed.

The power connector 4 with the cable leading to the power source 12 is about the hollow interior of the connectors 8a such as 8b directed outside.

joint 8b can also with connector 8a be screwed. In order to achieve sufficient stability of the embossing pin, at least some of the connecting pieces are 8a respectively 8b with the handle 1 screwed. In the preferred embodiment depicted there are in the connecting pieces for this 8a, b and in the handle 1 in the in 1 shown area 18 Thread provided.

The Providing connectors facilitates the assembly of the embossing pin according to the invention and increases it Stability.

The heating element is used for assembly 3 in the corresponding inner bore of the receiving body 7 inserted, before or after insertion into the receiving body 7 with the power connector 4 connected. The connector 8a is with the receiving body 7 screwed, additional connectors if necessary 8b provided and this entire structure in the handle 1 introduced and screwed to it. Other suitable elements such as nuts can be used for this 11 be provided.

The provision of connectors 8a, b is not absolutely necessary, but facilitates the assembly of the embossing pin according to the invention in particular in the event that the handle 1 is in one piece. In addition, the provision of the connecting pieces increases 8a, b the stability and durability of the embossing pin.

If necessary, the handle 1 be completely or partially provided with insulation on the outer and / or inner surface. This may be necessary especially in the case of a metallic handle.

For example, this can be done on the inner surface of the handle 1 insulation, for example made of plastic, may be provided.

5 and 6 show an embossing tip 5 as well as a shaft 6 for the embossing pin according to 1 on a scale of 2: 1.

The shape of the tip 17 the embossing tip 5 can be chosen for the respective purpose. It can be blunt or pointed, elongated, oval or more punctiform.

As shown here, the embossing tip is preferably releasable with the shaft 6 connected. The connection can be made as desired. For example, as shown here, a pin-like extension, the spinous process 15 , at the bottom of the embossing tip ze 5 in the shaft 6 be introduced and, if a thread is provided, screwed to it.

The The above information on the specific embodiment according to the figures are exemplary. They serve to explain and better understand the idea underlying the invention, a possibility for free design of book covers with stamping foils to disposal to provide, and the solution according to the invention by an embossing pin with heated tip that can be handled like a pen can.

It it goes without saying that deviations from the specific embodiment, for example in terms of dimensions or shape, as included are to be seen, provided that the mode of operation of the embossing pen is free preserved.

So can Batteries or rechargeable batteries can also be provided for the power supply. The Handle can several pieces designed, for example, it can consist of two parts, the after installing the heater and other if necessary internal elements are assembled.

So far handling as a pen can not be affected the length and the diameter of the individual parts vary.

So the length of the handle 1 are in a range from 80 to 180 mm, preferably from 100 to 150 mm, and the outer diameter in a range from 10 to 20 mm, preferably 10 to 15 mm.

For temperature control a transformer can be provided.

Instead of a variety of line and arc sets and a heater to design according to the invention of book covers with stamping foils only handy tool needed. With the embossing pen constant heat is guaranteed.

The embossing tool allows it, a book cover without a big one Free design of time and materials. By the embossing tip of the embossing pin can be exchanged preferably quickly and easily the line width can be changed easily.

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tubular handle

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heater

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heating element

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power connection

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embossing tip

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shaft

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receiving body

8a, b

connectors

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opening

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insulator

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nuts

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electric wire

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External thread of the receiving body 7

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Internal thread of connector 8a

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Spinous process

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lower edge grip

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top

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Screw connection between the handle 1 and connectors 8a and 8b

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Thread in handle 1 for screwing with connecting piece

Claims (13)

Embossing pen for designing book covers with embossing foils comprising a) a tubular handle ( 1 ), b) with heating device contained therein ( 2 ) with heating element ( 3 ) and power supply ( 4 ), c) a heatable embossing tip ( 5 ) over a shaft ( 6 ) made of thermally conductive material with the heating element ( 3 ) is connected, d) receiving body ( 7 ) for the heating element ( 3 ), the distance between the tip ( 17 ) of the embossing tip ( 5 ) to the lower edge ( 16 ) of the handle ( 1 ) Is 10 to 30 mm. Embossing pin according to claim 1, wherein the embossing tip ( 5 ) is interchangeable. Embossing pin according to claim 1 or 2, wherein in the interior of the handle ( 1 ) one or more connectors ( 8a, b ) are provided, via which the receiving body ( 7 ) with the handle ( 1 ) connected is. Embossing pin according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the receiving body ( 7 ) and the connector ( 8a ) and / or the connectors ( 8a, b ) with the handle ( 1 ) are connected by means of screws. Embossing pin according to one of the preceding claims, wherein in the sleeve of the handle ( 1 ) in the area of the receiving body ( 7 ) one or more openings ( 9 ) are provided for heat dissipation. Stamping pin according to one of the preceding an sayings, the handle ( 1 ) is at least partially provided with thermal insulation. Embossing pin according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least partial heat insulation on the inside of the handle ( 1 ) is provided. Embossing pen according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the handle ( 1 ) and the connectors ( 8a, b ) are made of metal and there is at least partially thermal insulation on the inside of the handle. Embossing pen according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the metal for the handle ( 1 ) and the connectors ( 8a, b ) Is steel. Embossing pen according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the handle ( 1 ) has a length in a range from 80 to 180 mm. Embossing pin according to claim 10, wherein the handle ( 1 ) has an outside diameter in a range of 10 to 20 mm. Embossing pen according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the handle ( 1 ) has a length in a range from 100 to 150 mm. Embossing pin according to claim 12, wherein the handle ( 1 ) has an outer diameter in a range of 10 to 15 mm.