Powder storage container, developer replenishment device, and image forming apparatus
US9442422B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 1, 2015 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 1, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G15/0886
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A powder storage container includes a storage container body, a movable member, and a restricting portion. The storage container body stores powder therein, and includes a supply portion that supplies the powder. The movable member is provided to the storage container body, and is movable between a closed position at which the supply portion is closed and a supply position at which the supply portion is able to supply the powder. The restricting portion is provided on an inner side with respect to an outer peripheral shape of the movable member to restrict movement of the movable member to the supply position.
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