Image forming apparatus
JP2026054743APending Publication Date: 2026-03-30SHARP KK
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- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-30
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Abstract
To provide an image forming apparatus that can prevent toner scattering from the developing tank and reduce maintenance costs. [Solution] The image forming apparatus 10 comprises an intermediate toner hopper 21, a developing device 20 supplied with developer from the intermediate toner hopper 21, and a transport pipe 221 positioned between the intermediate toner hopper 21 and the developing device 20 for transporting the developer. The transport pipe 221 is provided with a vent 221c that penetrates the side of the transport pipe 221, and a filter 224 is positioned to cover the vent 221c.
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Toner scattering suppressing apparatus, process cartridge, and image forming apparatus
JP2003084634A