Connector and image forming apparatus including the same
US7702252B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 2, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/7088
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A connector connects a rotatable body including an attachment hole and an engaging groove, and a shaft pressed into the attachment hole to integrally rotate. The connector includes at least one pin configured to fit in the engaging groove; and a screw having a head configured to be pressed against the rotatable body either directly or via another member. The at least one pin is fixed on the shaft and extends in a radial direction of the shaft to penetrate the shaft. The screw is screwed into a screw hole on an end face of the shaft and is tightened to press the at least one pin against a surface of the engaging groove.
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