Separator, fixing device, and image forming apparatus
US9740147B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 18, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG03G15/2028
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A separator for separating a recording medium from a fixing rotator includes a separation body including a front end and a conveyance path side face. The front end is disposed in proximity to an outer circumferential surface of the fixing rotator. The conveyance path side face faces a conveyance path where the recording medium is conveyed. At least one rotary separation aid projects beyond the conveyance path side face of the separation body toward the conveyance path. The rotary separation aid is rotated by the recording medium as the recording medium comes into contact with the rotary separation aid.
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