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Toner cartridge and method for reducing image artifact

US9223251B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 12, 2014
Grant dateDec 29, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 12, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G2215/00987
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of reducing an image artifact in a remanufactured toner cartridge. The method includes operating the remanufactured toner cartridge to transfer toner to a position between a developer roller and a metering blade of the remanufactured toner cartridge, the toner having a first formulation; and positioning a material having a second formulation different from the first formulation between the developer roller and the metering blade.

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