Patent · US Expired

Multi-function cleaner blade assembly

US6522851B2 · kind B2 · utility

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19References
19Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 20, 2001
Grant dateFeb 18, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G15/0216
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A bracket to mount a charge roller and a blade against a photoconductive drum within an image forming apparatus. Bracket may include a pair of guides that extend outward to receive the ends of the charge roller. A biasing device may be positioned to bias the charge roller against the photoconductive drum. The guides may include an opening sized to allow the charge roller to move and maintain contact with the photoconductive drum. A mounting surface may be positioned on the bracket for receiving adhesive to mount the blade. In one embodiment, the bracket is constructed of a molded thermoplastic polymer.

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