Lubricant application device for image forming apparatus
US11573520B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 21, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G21/1671
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An image forming apparatus includes a lubricant application target member, an application roller which is provided at a position adjacent to the lubricant application target member to apply a lubricant to the lubricant application target member, a lubricant support member which supports the lubricant, and a movement mechanism which includes a guide coupled to the lubricant support member and extending along a linear direction. An engaging portion engages with the guide and restricts movement of the lubricant support member in a linear direction of the guide by engagement of the guide with the engaging portion.
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