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Image transfer nip method and apparatus using constant current controls

US8396404B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 26, 2010
Grant dateMar 12, 2013
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Expiry dateDec 14, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G2215/1623
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed are methods and apparatus for marking an image on a media substrate using an intermediate transfer printing arrangement. Specifically disclosed is an image transfer nip arrangement associated with a secondary transfer of an image which utilizes a constant current source to generate an electric field across the nip and transfer toner from an intermediate transfer surface to a media substrate.

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