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Process unit cartridge for an electrophotographic apparatus

US4987446A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 8, 1989
Grant dateJan 22, 1991
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Expiry dateDec 8, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G2221/1869
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A cartridge for use in an electrophotographic apparatus is loaded with various expendable process units which need periodic replacement such as a charger, developing unit, and cleaning unit. At least the charger and cleaning unit are mounted on the cartridge integrally with each other. The cartridge is held in a body of the apparatus in such a manner as to be rotatable between a replaceable position and a set position.

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