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Image forming apparatus having detachable optical and processing units

US5105221A · kind A · utility

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13Claims
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Filing dateDec 3, 1990
Grant dateApr 14, 1992
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Expiry dateDec 3, 2010

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G2221/183
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An image forming apparatus comprises a support frame arranged in a main body. The support frame is integrally provided with at least first to third support portions. An image forming process cartridge is supported and positioned by the first support portion. An optical unit is supported and positioned by the second support portion with respect to the cartridge. A transfer charger is supported and portioned by the third support portion with respect to the cartridge.

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