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Sealing structure for a toner cartridge

US7177565B1 · kind B1 · utility

21Cited by
3References
15Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMay 3, 2005
Grant dateFeb 13, 2007
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Expiry dateSep 29, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G2221/166
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A toner cartridge includes improved sealing mechanisms to prevent the escape of toner from the cartridge. Soft and rigid seals are used to seal the distal ends of the developer roller and doctor bar.

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