Sheet conveying device, and image forming apparatus including same
US8944708B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65H2301/4454
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A sheet conveying device, that can be included in an image forming apparatus, includes a first conveying unit to convey a sheet in a first direction, a second conveying unit disposed on a downstream side of the first conveying unit to convey the sheet in a second direction, and a first path formed between the first and second conveying units. At least the second conveying unit has a holding section to hold and convey the sheet. The sheet conveying device further includes a belt conveying unit disposed along an outer side of the first path and includes a belt to convey the sheet toward the holding section. The belt is stretched around a first belt holding and rotating member and a second belt holding and rotating member disposed on an upstream side of the second conveying unit in the second direction.
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