Fuser assembly with controlled polymeric release agent swell intermediate layer
US6312817A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 1999 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/31663
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A roller for use in a fusing assembly for receiving a polymeric release agent including a core and multiple layers secured over the core; and the multiple layers including at least one outer layer formed of a silicone mixture which absorbs the polymeric release agent and has toner release properties, and an intermediate layer formed of a silicone mixture selected so that its swelling in 1000 cts poly(dimethylsiloxane) is less than 1% by weight.
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