A Multiplexed Drive Mode For A TFEL Edge Emitter Array

The already low cost of the thin-film electroluminescent (TFEL) edge emitter imaging station will be further reduced by implementation of a multiplexed drive system. Therefore, the multiplexing modes for TFEL edge-emitting devices were examined. Several multiplexing modes were tested and 12.5% duty cycle was selected as having the potential to be the most economical. It was demonstrated that the output power required for printing can be maintained at this level of multiplexing.

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