Image forming unit and image forming apparatus having restricting portion to prevent rotation
US11119424B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G2221/1807
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided is an image forming unit contained in a flexible bag and held to allow a cushion member to absorb shock. The image forming unit includes: an image carrier on which an electrostatic latent image is formed; a developing device including a developing unit that is configured to develop the electrostatic latent image by turning around a turning center and coming into contact with the image carrier; and a developer accommodating portion that accommodates a developer for use in the developing device. The image forming unit also includes a restricting portion that is provided on an outermost portion of the developing device to come into contact with the cushion material so that rotation of the developing device is restricted.
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