Adapter, developer container, cartridge, and image forming apparatus

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to the technical field of image forming, and in particular to an adapter, a developer container, a cartridge, and an image forming apparatus. The adapter comprises an unlocking structure, the unlocking structure being used for extending into a receiving structure of a cartridge in a first direction, so as to release sealing of the receiving structure by a sealing locking structure of the cartridge. In this way, the unlocking structure of the adapter can release the sealing of the receiving structure by the sealing locking structure of the cartridge, so that a developer can enter the cartridge, thereby avoiding ink leakage or contamination of a channel of the receiving structure caused by ink leakage during mounting of a developer container to the cartridge.

Description

Adapter, developer container, cartridge and image forming apparatus

[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202510371377.6, filed on March 26, 2025, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This disclosure relates to the field of image forming technology, and in particular to an adapter, developer container, cartridge, and image forming apparatus. Background Technology

[0003] Typically, developer is replenished into the image forming apparatus through a developer container. The image forming apparatus includes a cartridge. Developer is discharged through the ink filling port of the developer container. Developer from the developer container enters the interior of the cartridge through its channels. If the cartridge channels remain open, problems such as ink leakage and channel contamination may occur. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The application content section introduces a series of simplified concepts, which will be further explained in detail in the detailed implementation section. This application content section is not intended to limit the key features and essential technical features of the claimed technical solution, nor is it intended to determine the scope of protection of the claimed technical solution.

[0005] This disclosure provides an adapter, the adapter comprising:

[0006] An unlocking structure is provided, which extends into the receiving structure of the box along a first direction to release the seal of the box's sealing locking structure on the receiving structure.

[0007] According to the adapter disclosed herein, the adapter includes an unlocking structure that extends into the receiving structure of the cartridge in a first direction to release the seal of the cartridge's sealing locking structure on the receiving structure. In this way, the unlocking structure of the adapter can release the seal of the cartridge's sealing locking structure on the receiving structure, allowing developer to enter the cartridge, thereby preventing ink leakage from the developer container during installation into the cartridge and preventing contamination of the receiving structure's channels due to ink leakage.

[0008] Optionally, the unlocking structure includes an unlocking member for moving the sealing locking structure to release or restore the seal of the sealing locking structure on the receiving structure.

[0009] Optionally, the unlocking component includes an elastomer unit for applying a force to the sealing and locking structure during movement along the first direction, thereby causing the sealing and locking structure to move.

[0010] Optionally, the elastomer unit includes a first elastomer, the first elastomer including a first force-applying region; during the movement of the first elastomer along the first direction, a force is applied to the sealing and locking structure through the first force-applying region to cause the sealing and locking structure to move.

[0011] Optionally, the first elastic body further includes a second force-applying region, which is disposed opposite to the first force-applying region; during the movement of the first elastic body along the first direction, forces are applied to the sealing and locking structure through the first force-applying region and the second force-applying region respectively, so as to move the sealing and locking structure.

[0012] Optionally, the elastomer unit further includes a second elastomer, which is spaced apart from the first elastomer. The second elastomer includes a third force-applying region, which is opposite to the first force-applying region. During the movement of the second elastomer along the first direction, a force is applied to the sealing and locking structure through the third force-applying region to move the sealing and locking structure.

[0013] Optionally, the unlocking component includes a first rack unit, which engages with the sealing and locking structure and drives the sealing and locking structure to move during movement along the first direction.

[0014] Optionally, the first rack unit includes a first rack, the first rack including a first engagement area; during the movement of the first rack along the first direction, it engages with the sealing and locking structure through the first engagement area and drives the sealing and locking structure to move.

[0015] Optionally, the first rack further includes a second engagement region, which is disposed opposite to the first engagement region; during the movement of the first rack along the first direction, it engages with the sealing and locking structure through the first engagement region and the second engagement region respectively, thereby driving the sealing and locking structure to move.

[0016] Optionally, the first rack unit further includes a second rack, which is spaced apart from the first rack. The second rack includes a third engagement region, which is opposite to the first engagement region. During the movement of the second rack along the first direction, the third engagement region engages with the sealing and locking structure, thereby driving the sealing and locking structure to move.

[0017] Optionally, the unlocking component includes a second gear unit or a gear set unit, which is used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure and drive the sealing and locking structure to move during movement along the first direction.

[0018] Optionally, the unlocking component includes a second gear unit, which includes a first gear. The first gear is used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure and drive the sealing and locking structure to move during movement along the first direction.

[0019] Optionally, the second gear unit further includes a second gear, which is spaced apart from the first gear; the second gear is used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure and drive the sealing and locking structure to move during movement along the first direction; the meshing portion of the first gear with the sealing and locking structure is arranged opposite to the meshing portion of the second gear with the sealing and locking structure.

[0020] Optionally, the unlocking component includes a gear set unit, which includes a first gear set. The first gear set is used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure and drive the sealing and locking structure to move during movement along the first direction.

[0021] Optionally, the gear set unit further includes a second gear set, which is spaced apart from the first gear set; the second gear set is used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure and drive the sealing and locking structure to move during movement along the first direction.

[0022] Optionally, the unlocking component includes at least two of an elastomer unit, a first rack unit, a second gear unit, and a gear set unit;

[0023] The elastomer unit is used to apply a force to the sealing and locking structure during movement along the first direction, so as to move the sealing and locking structure.

[0024] The first rack unit, the second gear unit, and the gear set unit are respectively used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure and drive the sealing and locking structure to move during the movement along the first direction.

[0025] Optionally, the unlocking component moves in the opposite direction to the sealing and locking structure.

[0026] Optionally, the length of the portion of the unlocking member acting on the sealing and locking structure is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure.

[0027] Optionally, in the radial direction of the developer container adapted to the adapter, the distance between the outer edge of the teeth of the first rack unit and the central axis of the developer container is M1; the sealing and locking structure includes a driving member, the driving member including a gear unit, the first rack unit being used to mesh with the gear unit and drive the gear unit to rotate during movement along the first direction; the distance between the tooth tip circle of the gear unit and the central axis of the developer container is M2, and the distance between the center of the gear unit and the central axis of the developer container is M3.

[0028] The following relationship is satisfied: M1 > M2, M1 < M3.

[0029] Optionally, the unlocking structure includes a connecting member that extends through the unlocking structure along a first direction.

[0030] Optionally, when the unlocking member releases the seal of the sealing locking structure from the receiving structure, the channel member of the receiving structure is located in the communicating member.

[0031] Optionally, the adapter further includes:

[0032] An injection structure is provided for connecting the unlocking structure and the body of the developer container, and for allowing developer in the body of the developer container to pass through.

[0033] Optionally, the injection structure includes a connecting member, which includes a first wall unit and a second wall unit. The first wall unit is used to connect the unlocking structure, and the second wall unit is used to connect the body of the developer container.

[0034] Optionally, the first wall unit is fixedly connected to the unlocking structure, or the first wall unit is detachably connected to the unlocking structure.

[0035] Optionally, the injection structure further includes an engaging member connected to the first wall unit, the engaging member being used to engage with the box.

[0036] Optionally, the length of the engaging component is L1, and the length of the unlocking component of the unlocking structure is L2, satisfying the relationship: L1 < L2.

[0037] Optionally, the second wall unit is fixedly connected to the body of the developer container, or the second wall unit is detachably connected to the body of the developer container.

[0038] This disclosure also provides a developer container, which includes a developer container body and an adapter. The adapter includes an unlocking structure and an injection structure. The injection structure connects the unlocking structure and the developer container body, allowing developer to pass through the developer container body. Thus, the unlocking structure of the adapter can release the seal of the cartridge's sealing locking structure on the receiving structure, allowing developer to enter the cartridge and preventing ink leakage from the developer container and contamination of the receiving structure's channels due to leakage. The unlocking structure is connected to the developer container body via the injection structure. The adapter is installed to the developer container body.

[0039] Optionally, the body includes an orifice structure, the orifice structure being located within the injection structure and connected to the injection structure.

[0040] Optionally, the developer container further includes a sealer, the unlocking structure includes a communicating member, the sealer is located in the opening structure and the sealer is used to seal the communicating member.

[0041] Optionally, the sealer includes a sealing structure and a support structure, the sealing structure being movably connected to the support structure along a first direction.

[0042] Optionally, when the unlocking structure releases the seal of the sealing locking structure from the receiving structure, the sealing structure opens the opening structure, so that the channel component of the receiving structure communicates with the interior of the developer container.

[0043] Optionally, the sealing structure can move relative to the supporting structure between a sealed position and an open position.

[0044] The sealing structure, located in the sealed position, closes the communicating member.

[0045] The sealing structure in the open position is spaced apart from the communicating member so that a portion of the receiving structure enters the opening structure.

[0046] Optionally, the sealer further includes an elastic structure, with its two ends abutting against the support structure and the sealing structure, respectively, along the first direction.

[0047] Optionally, the elastic structure is capable of elastic deformation along a first direction, and the sealing structure is movable relative to the supporting structure between a sealed position and an open position.

[0048] The sealing structure located in the open position compresses the elastic structure.

[0049] The elastic structure applies an elastic force to the sealing structure located in the open position to return it to the sealed position.

[0050] Optionally, the support structure further includes a guide member, one end of the sealing structure closes the communicating member, and the other end of the sealing structure is located in the guide member.

[0051] This disclosure also provides a box, the box comprising:

[0052] A receiving structure, open to the outside of the cartridge, is used to receive a connected developer container, the developer container including an adapter, the adapter including an unlocking structure extending into the receiving structure along a first direction;

[0053] A sealing and locking structure is provided for sealing the receiving structure, and the sealing and locking structure cooperates with and is unlocked by the unlocking structure of the adapter to release the sealing and locking structure from the receiving structure.

[0054] According to the box provided in this disclosure, the sealing locking structure engages with and is unlocked by the adapter's unlocking structure to release the seal of the sealing locking structure on the receiving structure.

[0055] Optionally, the receiving structure includes a channel component, the channel component including a first channel unit, the first channel unit being open to the outside of the cartridge, the first channel unit being used to replenish developer;

[0056] The sealing and locking structure seals the first channel unit, thereby separating the first channel unit from the interior of the box.

[0057] The sealing and locking structure releases the seal on the first channel unit, allowing the first channel unit to communicate with the interior of the box.

[0058] Optionally, the sealing and locking structure includes a first driving member and a first moving member, wherein the first driving member drives the first moving member to move between a first connected position and a first closed position under the action of the unlocking structure.

[0059] Optionally, the first movable component located in the first closed position seals the first channel unit.

[0060] The first channel unit is connected to the interior of the box via the first movable member located at the first communication position.

[0061] Optionally, the first driving member includes a first gear unit, the rotation of which can drive the first moving member to move along a first direction.

[0062] Optionally, the first moving member includes a second rack unit, which meshes with the first gear unit, and the rotation of the first gear unit can drive the second rack unit to move along a first direction.

[0063] Optionally, the first moving component further includes a first moving unit, which is connected to the second rack unit along a first direction. The first moving unit is provided with a first opening that penetrates through the first moving unit, and the first channel unit communicates with the interior of the box through the first opening located at the first communication position.

[0064] Optionally, the receiving structure includes a receiving cavity component, with the first moving component and the receiving cavity component located on opposite sides of the first driving component, and the receiving cavity component being used to accommodate the unlocking structure.

[0065] Optionally, the channel component further includes a second channel unit, one end of which is open to the outside of the box, and the second channel unit is used for ventilation;

[0066] The sealing and locking structure seals the other end of the second channel unit, thereby separating the other end of the second channel unit from the interior of the box.

[0067] The sealing and locking structure releases the seal on the other end of the second channel unit, so that the other end of the second channel unit is in communication with both the inside and outside of the box.

[0068] Optionally, the sealing and locking structure includes a second driving member and a second moving member, wherein the second driving member drives the second moving member to move between a second connected position and a second closed position under the action of the unlocking structure.

[0069] Optionally, the second movable member in the second closed position seals the other end of the second channel unit.

[0070] The other end of the second channel unit is connected to both the inside and outside of the box via the second movable member located at the second communication position.

[0071] Optionally, the second driving member includes a third gear unit, the rotation of which can drive the second moving member to move along a first direction.

[0072] Optionally, the second moving member includes a third rack unit that meshes with the third gear unit, and the rotation of the third gear unit can drive the third rack unit to move along a first direction.

[0073] Optionally, the second moving component further includes a second moving unit, which is connected to the third rack unit along a first direction. The second moving unit is provided with a second opening that passes through the second moving unit. The second channel unit is connected to both the inside and outside of the box through the second opening located at the second communication position.

[0074] Optionally, the receiving structure includes a receiving cavity component, with the second moving component and the receiving cavity component located on opposite sides of the second driving component, and the receiving cavity component being used to accommodate the unlocking structure.

[0075] Optionally, the second channel unit protrudes from the first channel unit in the opposite direction to the first direction.

[0076] Optionally, the box further includes a housing structure and a return structure, wherein the two ends of the return structure along the first direction abut against the housing structure and the sealing and locking structure, respectively.

[0077] Optionally, the box further includes a shell structure, in which a partition structure is provided to divide the interior of the shell structure, and the partition structure is provided with a communication port member.

[0078] Optionally, the box further includes a swing structure located within the housing structure and movable relative to the housing structure to open or close the communication port component.

[0079] Optionally, the swing structure can move between an open position and a closed position.

[0080] The swing structure in the open position opens the communication port component.

[0081] The swing structure, located in the closed position, blocks the communication port component.

[0082] Optionally, when the sealing locking structure releases the seal on the receiving structure, the swing structure in the open position is spaced apart from the communication port member to open the communication port member.

[0083] When the sealing and locking structure seals the receiving structure, the swing structure in the closed position blocks the communication port component.

[0084] Optionally, the swing structure includes a swing member and a pivot member, the pivot member being connected to the housing structure, and the swing member being hinged to the pivot member.

[0085] Optionally, the swinging member includes a blocking unit and a connecting unit, the pivoting member is located between the blocking unit and the connecting unit, the connecting unit is connected to the sealing and locking structure, and the sealing and locking structure moves to drive the blocking unit to swing.

[0086] Optionally, the shell structure further includes a mating component, and the injection structure is provided with a locking component, the locking component and the mating component engaging with each other.

[0087] This disclosure also provides an image forming apparatus, which includes at least one of the above-described boxes.

[0088] According to the image forming apparatus of this disclosure, the image forming apparatus includes at least one of the aforementioned cartridges, the cartridge including a receiving structure and a sealing locking structure, the receiving structure being open to the outside of the cartridge. Referring to the figures, the receiving structure is used to receive a connected developer container. The developer container includes an adapter, the adapter including an unlocking structure extending into the receiving structure along a first direction. The sealing locking structure is used to seal the receiving structure. The sealing locking structure engages with and is unlocked by the unlocking structure of the adapter to release the seal of the sealing locking structure on the receiving structure.

[0089] Optionally, the image forming apparatus includes a plurality of said boxes, which are arranged in a row. Attached Figure Description

[0090] The following drawings, which are incorporated herein by reference as part of this disclosure, are provided for understanding the disclosure. The drawings illustrate embodiments of the disclosure and their descriptions, serving to explain the apparatus and principles of the disclosure. In the drawings,

[0091] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a developer container connected to a cartridge according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0092] Figure 2 is a front view schematic diagram of the developer container and cartridge shown in Figure 1;

[0093] Figure 3 is a front sectional view of the developer container and cartridge shown in Figure 2;

[0094] Figure 4 is a side sectional view of the developer container and cartridge shown in Figure 3, wherein the developer is located in the developer container;

[0095] Figure 5 is a side sectional view of the developer container and cartridge shown in Figure 4, wherein the developer is located in the cartridge;

[0096] Figure 6 is a front view of the developer container and cartridge shown in Figure 5, in which the swing structure is in the open position;

[0097] Figure 7 is a side view of the developer container and cartridge shown in Figure 6;

[0098] Figure 8 is a perspective view of an adapter according to a first embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0099] Figure 9 is a front view schematic diagram of an adapter according to a second embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0100] Figure 10 is a perspective view of an adapter according to a third embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0101] Figure 11 is a front view schematic diagram of the adapter shown in Figure 10;

[0102] Figure 12 is a perspective view of an adapter according to a fourth embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0103] Figure 13 is a front view schematic diagram of an adapter according to a fifth embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0104] Figure 14 is a front view schematic diagram of an adapter according to a sixth embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0105] Figure 15 is a front view schematic diagram of an adapter according to a seventh embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0106] Figure 16 is a front view schematic diagram of an adapter according to the eighth embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0107] Figure 17 is a front view schematic diagram of a developer container according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0108] Figure 18 is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the developer container shown in Figure 17;

[0109] Figure 19 is a schematic diagram of the explosion of the developer container shown in Figure 17;

[0110] Figure 20 is a front perspective view of a box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0111] Figure 21 is a rear perspective view of a box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0112] Figure 22 is an internal perspective view of a box according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0113] Figure 23 is a front view of the box shown in Figure 22, in which the swing structure is in the open position;

[0114] Figure 24 is a cross-sectional view of the box shown in Figure 23;

[0115] Figure 25 is a side sectional view of the box shown in Figure 24;

[0116] Figure 26 is a front view of the box shown in Figure 22, in which the swinging structure is located in the closed position;

[0117] Figure 27 is a side sectional view of the box shown in Figure 26;

[0118] Figure 28 is an exploded schematic diagram of the box shown in Figure 20. Detailed Implementation

[0119] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a more thorough understanding of this disclosure. However, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this disclosure may be practiced without one or more of these details. In other instances, certain technical features well-known in the art have not been described in order to avoid obscuring this disclosure.

[0120] The image forming apparatus includes a cartridge, as shown in Figures 5 to 7, in which developer 2 is stored. Developer 2 is used to display images. The cartridge 40 is detachably installed in the image forming apparatus. The image forming apparatus can be an inkjet printer, where the developer 2 is ink, and the cartridge 40 is an ink cartridge containing ink, or other devices for storing ink. The image forming apparatus can also be a laser printer, where the developer 2 is toner, and the cartridge 40 is a processing cartridge, developing cartridge, toner cartridge, etc., containing toner.

[0121] During the use of the image forming apparatus, the developer 2 in cartridge 40 will decrease. To ensure an adequate supply of developer 2, as shown in Figures 1 to 4, developer container 1 can replenish developer 2 to cartridge 40. Developer container 1 includes a body 20 for storing developer 2.

[0122] As shown in Figure 1, the cartridge 40 includes a receiving structure 41 for allowing developer 2 to enter. Specifically, the receiving structure 41 includes a channel member 411 (shown in Figure 17) that allows developer 2 to enter the interior of the cartridge 40. As shown in Figure 4, the channel member 411 includes a first channel unit 4111 for receiving developer 2. For example, the first channel unit 4111 can be an ink-filling channel unit through which ink enters the cartridge 40. The channel member 411 of the receiving structure 41 may also include a second channel unit 4112 for ventilation.

[0123] To prevent ink leakage from the developer container 1 during installation into the cartridge 40 and to avoid contamination of the receiving structure 41 due to ink leakage, as shown in Figure 3, the cartridge 40 also includes a sealing and locking structure 42 to seal and lock the receiving structure 41 of the cartridge 40. When the sealing and locking structure 42 seals the receiving structure 41, the developer 2 cannot enter the cartridge 40 through the receiving structure 41. When the sealing and locking structure 42 releases the seal on the receiving structure 41, the developer 2 can enter the cartridge 40 through the receiving structure 41.

[0124] As shown in Figure 4, the first channel unit 4111 can be sealed by the sealing and locking structure 42 to close the first channel unit 4111, preventing developer 2 from entering the cartridge 40 through the first channel unit 4111. The sealing and locking structure 42 can also release the seal on the first channel unit 4111 to open the first channel unit 4111, allowing developer 2 to enter the cartridge 40 through the first channel unit 4111.

[0125] Furthermore, the sealing and locking structure 42 includes a first driving member 421 and a first moving member 422. The first driving member 421 drives the first moving member 422 to move, and the first moving member 422 seals the first channel unit 4111. The first driving member 421 is capable of movement, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, to release or restore the seal of the first moving member 422 on the first channel unit 4111, thereby opening and closing the first channel unit 4111 accordingly. In the open state, the first channel unit 4111 is in communication with the interior of the developer container 1 and also with the interior of the cartridge 40. In the closed state, the first channel unit 4111 is separated from the interior of the cartridge 40.

[0126] The movement of the first driving member 421 can be rotation, translation, or a combination of both. Preferably, the first driving member 421 includes a first gear unit 4211 (shown in FIG. 28), which is rotatable to drive the first moving member 422 to move. The axial direction of the first gear unit 4211 is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the first gear unit 4211 is parallel to the second direction Y. In this embodiment, the arrow for the "first direction Z" points to the bottom of the page; it can be understood that the arrow for the "opposite direction of the first direction Z" points to the top of the page.

[0127] In embodiments of this disclosure, the channel component 411 further includes a second channel unit 4112 for ventilation.

[0128] In embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 can always be in the on state.

[0129] In embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 is closed when the sealing locking structure 42 seals the receiving structure 41, and open when the sealing locking structure 42 releases the seal on the receiving structure 41. The second channel unit 4112 can also be sealed by the sealing locking structure 42 to close the second channel unit 4112. The sealing locking structure 42 can also release the seal on the second channel unit 4112 to open the second channel unit 4112. When both the first channel unit 4111 and the second channel unit 4112 are in the open state, the developer 2 can enter the cartridge 40.

[0130] The sealing and locking structure also includes a second driving member 423 and a second moving member 424. The second driving member 423 drives the second moving member 424 to move, and the second moving member 424 seals the second channel unit 4112. The second driving member 423 is capable of movement, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, to release or restore the seal of the second moving member 424 on the second channel unit 4112, thereby opening and closing the second channel unit 4112 accordingly. In the open state, the second channel unit 4112 is in communication with the interior of the developer container 1 and also with the interior of the cartridge 40. In the second closed position, the second moving member 424 seals the second channel unit 4112. In the closed state, the second channel unit 4112 is separated from the interior of the cartridge 40.

[0131] The movement of the second driving member 423 can be rotation, translation, or a combination of both. Preferably, the second driving member 423 includes a third gear unit 4231 (shown in FIG. 28), which is rotatable to drive the second moving member 424 to move.

[0132] To release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, as shown in Figures 1 to 7, this disclosure provides an adapter 10, thereby allowing the developer 2 in the body 20 of the developer container 1 to enter the cartridge 40. The adapter 10 provided in this application can be part of the developer container 1 or independent of the developer container 1.

[0133] Furthermore, the adapter 10 includes an unlocking structure 11, which can release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41. This allows the developer 2 to be injected into the cartridge 40. The unlocking structure 11 can be matched with the sealing locking structure 42 to unlock the sealing locking structure 42 of the cartridge 40, allowing the developer container 1 to be installed into the cartridge 40 before adding developer 2, thereby preventing ink leakage from the developer container 1 during installation into the cartridge 40 and preventing ink leakage from contaminating the channels of the receiving structure 41.

[0134] The unlocking structure 11 disclosed herein extends into the receiving structure 41 along a first direction Z to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41. The first direction Z is parallel to the injection direction of the developer 2, or it can also be understood as the direction of movement of the developer container 1 when it is installed into the cartridge 40, and the opposite direction of the first direction Z is the direction of movement of the developer container 1 when it is removed from the cartridge 40. The unlocking structure 11 is used to unlock the sealing locking structure 42 of the cartridge 40 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41. Optionally, the unlocking structure 11 can unlock the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41 within the receiving structure 41.

[0135] When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, the receiving structure 41 is opened, and the receiving structure 41 communicates with the interior of the cartridge 40. The developer 2 can then enter the interior of the cartridge 40 through the receiving structure 41, thus completing the injection of the developer 2. During the operation of installing the developer container 1 into the cartridge 40, the user should avoid ink leakage from the developer container 1 and avoid contamination of the channels of the receiving structure 41 due to ink leakage.

[0136] As shown in Figures 1 to 8, the unlocking structure 11 includes an unlocking member 111, which is used to unlock the sealing locking structure 42. The unlocking member 111 can enter the sealing locking structure 42 along the first direction Z. The unlocking member 111 applies a force to the sealing locking structure 42, causing the sealing locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing or restoring the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the sealing locking structure 42.

[0137] The unlocking member 111 moves along the first direction Z, enabling the sealing locking structure 42 to move. In the embodiments of this disclosure, the unlocking member 111 can move along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42. The unlocking member 111 can also move along the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the exterior of the box 40 to restore the seal of the sealing locking structure 42. Of course, the moving directions of the unlocking member 111 and the sealing locking structure 42 can be adjusted. For example, the unlocking member 111 can move along the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the exterior of the box 40 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42. This embodiment does not limit this to the following.

[0138] Specifically, the unlocking member 111 is used to move the sealing locking structure 42 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, thereby opening the first channel unit 4111. The unlocking member 111 moves along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40 to move the sealing locking structure 42 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, thereby opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0139] The unlocking member 111 is used to move the sealing locking structure 42 to restore the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, thereby closing the first channel unit 4111 accordingly. The unlocking member 111 moves in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40 to move the sealing locking structure 42 to restore the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, thereby closing the first channel unit 4111 accordingly.

[0140] When the unlocking component 111 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42, the developer 2 can enter the interior of the cartridge 40 through the first channel unit 4111, which is in the open state. This prevents ink leakage of the developer 2 container during installation into the cartridge 40 and avoids contamination of the receiving structure 41 channel due to ink leakage.

[0141] The second channel unit 4112 is used for ventilation. Gas can enter the developer container 1 through the open second channel unit 4112, thereby maintaining pressure balance and ensuring that the developer 2 can move into the cartridge 40. Optionally, the second channel unit 4112 is always in the open state. Optionally, the unlocking member 111 is used to move the sealing locking structure 42 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and correspondingly open the second channel unit 4112. The unlocking member 111 moves along the first direction Z toward the interior of the cartridge 40 to move the sealing locking structure 42 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and correspondingly open the second channel unit 4112. The unlocking member 111 can also move the sealing locking structure 42 to restore the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and correspondingly close the second channel unit 4112. The unlocking member 111 moves toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, so as to move the sealing locking structure 42 to restore the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and correspondingly close the second channel unit 4112.

[0142] The unlocking component 111 includes an elastomer unit 1111, which applies a force to the sealing and locking structure 42 during movement in the first direction Z, thereby causing the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The elastomer unit 1111 is capable of elastic deformation upon contact with the sealing and locking structure 42. The elastomer unit 1111 can be made of an elastic material such as a belt, highly elastic rubber, or sponge. This disclosure does not limit the material of the elastomer unit 1111; the material of the elastomer unit 1111 is sufficient to apply a force to the sealing and locking structure 42 to cause it to move.

[0143] For example, the elastomer unit 1111 is made of highly elastic rubber. When the elastomer unit 1111 comes into contact with the sealing and locking structure 42, it can produce elastic deformation, thereby applying a force to the sealing and locking structure 42 to move the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0144] For example, the elastomer unit 1111 is made of a toothed belt. When the teeth of the belt of the elastomer unit 1111 come into contact with the sealing and locking structure 42, they exert a force on the sealing and locking structure 42 to move the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0145] The elastomer unit 1111 is capable of moving along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the elastomer unit 1111 applies a force to the sealing and locking structure 42, causing the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure and opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0146] The elastomer unit 1111 moves toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. During the movement, the elastomer unit 1111 applies a force to the sealing and locking structure 42, causing the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0147] Optionally, the elastomer unit 1111 is movable in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the elastomer unit 1111 applies a force to the sealing locking structure 42, causing the sealing locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure and opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0148] The elastomer unit 1111 moves toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. During the movement, the elastomer unit 1111 applies a force to the sealing and locking structure 42 to move the sealing and locking structure 42, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure and closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0149] The elastomer unit 1111 includes a first elastomer 1111A, which may be made of an elastic material. The first elastomer 1111A is integrally constructed. The entire first elastomer 1111A is made of an elastic material.

[0150] The first elastic body 1111A includes a first force-applying region D1, which is used to contact and act on the sealing and locking structure 42. During the movement of the first elastic body 1111A along the first direction Z, a force is applied to the sealing and locking structure 42 through the first force-applying region D1, causing the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The area of ​​the first elastic body 1111A can be equal to the area of ​​the first force-applying region D1, or the area of ​​the first elastic body 1111A can be larger than the area of ​​the first force-applying region D1.

[0151] In the embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 is always in the open state. A first force-applying region D1 is used to contact and act on the first driving member 421, for example, the first force-applying region D1 acts on the first gear unit 4211. During its movement along the first direction Z, the first force-applying region D1 applies a force to the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to move, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, thus correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The first force-applying region D1 contacts the first gear unit 4211 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, and thus opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0152] As the first force-applying region D1 moves in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, it applies a force to the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to move and drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111. The first force-applying region D1 comes into contact with the first gear unit 4211 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0153] As shown in Figures 1 to 9, in the embodiments of this disclosure, the first elastic body 1111A further includes a second force-applying region D2, which is used to contact and act on the sealing and locking structure 42. The second force-applying region D2 is disposed opposite to the first force-applying region D1. During the movement of the first elastic body 1111A along the first direction Z, forces are applied to the sealing and locking structure 42 through the first force-applying region D1 and the second force-applying region D2, respectively, to move the sealing and locking structure 42. The area of ​​the first elastic body 1111A may be equal to the sum of the areas of the first force-applying region D1 and the second force-applying region D2, or the area of ​​the first elastic body 1111A may be greater than the sum of the areas of the first force-applying region D1 and the second force-applying region D2.

[0154] Similar to the above description, the first force-applying region D1 applies a force to the first driving member 421 during its movement along the first direction Z, causing the first driving member 421 to move and drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. During its movement in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, the first force-applying region D1 applies a force to the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0155] The second force-applying region D2 is used to contact and act on the second driving member 423, for example, the second force-applying region D2 acts on the third gear unit 4231. During its movement along the first direction Z, the second force-applying region D2 applies a force to the second driving member 423, causing the second driving member 423 to move, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, and thus correspondingly opening the second channel unit 4112. The second force-applying region D2 comes into contact with the third gear unit 4231 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, and further opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0156] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the second force-applying region D2 applies a force to the second driving member 423, causing the second driving member 423 to move and drive the second moving member 424 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the second channel unit 4112. The second force-applying region D2 comes into contact with the third gear unit 4231 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0157] As shown in Figures 1 to 7, 10, and 11, the elastomer unit 1111 includes a second elastomer 1111B and a third elastomer 1111C, both of which can apply force to the sealing and locking structure 42. The second elastomer 1111B and the third elastomer 1111C are spaced apart. Preferably, the second elastomer 1111B and the third elastomer 1111C are arranged opposite each other. Optionally, the second elastomer 1111B and the third elastomer 1111C can be separate. Optionally, the second elastomer 1111B and the third elastomer 1111C can also be connected together. The second elastomer 1111B is made of an elastic material. The third elastomer 1111C is made of another elastic material. The elastic material of the second elastomer 1111B and the elastic material of the third elastomer 1111C are different. Thus, two connected elastomers can be constructed using different elastic materials.

[0158] The second elastic body 1111B includes a third force-applying region D3, and the third elastic body 1111C includes a fourth force-applying region D4. The third force-applying region D3 and the fourth force-applying region D4 are disposed opposite to each other. The third force-applying region D3 is used to contact and act on the sealing and locking structure 42. The fourth force-applying region D4 is used to contact and act on the sealing and locking structure 42. During the movement of the second elastic body 1111B and the third elastic body 1111C along the first direction Z, forces are applied to the sealing and locking structure 42 through the third force-applying region D3 and the fourth force-applying region D4, respectively, to move the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0159] Specifically, during the movement of the second elastic body 1111B along the first direction Z, a force is applied to the sealing and locking structure 42 through the third force application area D3, causing the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The area of ​​the second elastic body 1111B can be equal to the area of ​​the third force application area D3, or the area of ​​the second elastic body 1111B can be greater than the area of ​​the third force application area D3.

[0160] The third force-applying region D3 is used to contact / act on the first driving member 421, for example, the third force-applying region D3 acts on the first gear unit 4211. During its movement along the first direction Z, the third force-applying region D3 applies a force to the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to move, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, and thus correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The third force-applying region D3 comes into contact with the first gear unit 4211 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, and thus opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0161] As the third force-applying region D3 moves in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, it applies a force to the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to move and drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111. The third force-applying region D3 comes into contact with the first gear unit 4211 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0162] During the movement of the third elastic body 1111C along the first direction Z, a force is applied to the sealing and locking structure 42 through the fourth force application area D4, causing the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The area of ​​the third elastic body 1111C can be equal to the area of ​​the fourth force application area D4, or the area of ​​the third elastic body 1111C can be greater than the area of ​​the fourth force application area D4.

[0163] The fourth force-applying region D4 is used to contact / act on the second driving member 423, for example, the fourth force-applying region D4 acts on the third gear unit 4231. During its movement along the first direction Z, the fourth force-applying region D4 applies a force to the second driving member 423, causing the second driving member 423 to move, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, and thus correspondingly opening the second channel unit 4112. The fourth force-applying region D4 comes into contact with the third gear unit 4231 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, and further opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0164] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the fourth force-applying region D4 applies a force to the second driving member 423, causing the second driving member 423 to move and drive the second moving member 424 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the second channel unit 4112. The fourth force-applying region D4 comes into contact with the third gear unit 4231 and undergoes elastic deformation, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0165] As shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 12, the unlocking component 111 includes a first rack unit 1112, which engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move during movement along the first direction Z. The first rack unit 1112 can enter the receiving structure 41 along the first direction Z.

[0166] The first rack unit 1112 can move along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the first rack unit 1112 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0167] The first rack unit 1112 moves toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. During the movement, the first rack unit 1112 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0168] Optionally, the first rack unit 1112 can move along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the first rack unit 1112 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0169] The first rack unit 1112 moves toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. During the movement, the first rack unit 1112 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0170] The first rack unit 1112 includes a first rack 1112A, which engages with and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move during movement along the first direction Z. The first rack 1112A includes a first engagement region E1, which engages with the sealing and locking structure 42. During movement along the first direction Z, the first rack 1112A engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 through the first engagement region E1, driving the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The area of ​​the first rack 1112A can be equal to or greater than the area of ​​the first engagement region E1.

[0171] In embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 is always in an open state. A first engagement region E1 engages with a first driving member 421, for example, with a first gear unit 4211. The first engagement region E1 engages with the first driving member 421 during movement along the first direction Z, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The first engagement region E1 engages with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, and thus opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0172] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the first engagement region E1 engages with the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111. The first engagement region E1 also engages with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0173] As shown in Figures 1 to 7, 12, and 13, in the embodiments of this disclosure, the first rack 1112A further includes a second engagement region E2, which engages with the sealing and locking structure 42. The second engagement region E2 is disposed opposite to the first engagement region E1. During the movement of the first rack 1112A along the first direction Z, it engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 through the first engagement region E1 and the second engagement region E2, respectively, and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The area of ​​the first rack 1112A can be equal to the sum of the areas of the first engagement region E1 and the second engagement region E2, or the area of ​​the first rack 1112A can be greater than the sum of the areas of the first engagement region E1 and the second engagement region E2.

[0174] Similar to the above description, the first engagement region E1 engages with the first driving member 421 during its movement along the first direction Z, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member to move, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The first engagement region E1 also engages with the first driving member 421 during its movement in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0175] The second meshing region E2 is used to mesh with the second driving member 423, for example, the second meshing region E2 is used to mesh with the third gear unit 4231. During movement along the first direction Z, the second meshing region E2 meshes with the second driving member 423, causing the second driving member 423 to drive the second moving member 424 to move, thereby correspondingly opening the second channel unit 4112. The second meshing region E2 meshes with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, and thus opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0176] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the second engagement region E2 engages with the second drive member 423, causing the second drive member 423 to drive the second moving member 424 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the second channel unit 4112. The second engagement region E2 also engages with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0177] As shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 14, the first rack unit 1112 includes a second rack 1112B and a third rack 1112C, both of which can engage with the sealing and locking structure 42. The second rack 1112B and the third rack 1112C are spaced apart. Preferably, the second rack 1112B and the third rack 1112C are arranged opposite to each other. Optionally, the second rack 1112B and the third rack 1112C can be separate. Optionally, the second rack 1112B and the third rack 1112C can also be connected together.

[0178] The second rack 1112B includes a third engagement region E3, and the third rack 1112C includes a fourth engagement region E4. The third engagement region E3 and the fourth engagement region E4 are arranged opposite to each other. The third engagement region E3 is used to engage with the sealing and locking structure 42. The fourth engagement region E4 is used to engage with the sealing and locking structure 42. During the movement of the second rack 1112B and the third rack 1112C along the first direction Z, they engage with the sealing and locking structure 42 through the third engagement region E3 and the fourth engagement region E4, respectively, and drive the sealing and locking structure 42 to move.

[0179] Specifically, during the movement of the second rack 1112B along the first direction Z, it engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 through the third engagement area E3, thereby driving the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The area of ​​the second rack 1112B can be equal to the area of ​​the third engagement area E3, or the area of ​​the second rack 1112B can be greater than the area of ​​the third engagement area E3.

[0180] The third meshing region E3 is used to mesh with the first driving member 421, for example, the third meshing region E3 meshes with the first gear unit 4211. During its movement along the first direction Z, the third meshing region E3 meshes with the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The third meshing region E3 meshes with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, and thus opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0181] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the third meshing region E3 engages with the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to move the first moving member 422, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111. The third meshing region E3 also meshes with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0182] During the movement of the third rack 1112C along the first direction Z, it engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 through the fourth engagement area E4, thereby driving the sealing and locking structure 42 to move. The area of ​​the third rack 1112C can be equal to the area of ​​the fourth engagement area E4, or the area of ​​the third rack 1112C can be greater than the area of ​​the fourth engagement area E4.

[0183] The fourth engagement region E4 is used to engage with the second drive member 423, for example, the fourth engagement region E4 engages with the third gear unit 4231. During movement along the first direction Z, the fourth engagement region E4 engages with the second drive member 423, causing the second drive member 423 to move the second moving member 424, thereby correspondingly opening the second channel unit 4112. The fourth engagement region E4 also engages with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, thereby moving the second moving member 424, and thus opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0184] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the fourth engagement region E4 engages with the second drive member 423, causing the second drive member 423 to move the second moving member 424, thereby correspondingly closing the second channel unit 4112. The fourth engagement region E4 also engages with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0185] As shown in Figures 1 to 7, 15, and 16, the unlocking component 111 includes a second gear unit 1113 or a gear set unit 1114. The second gear unit 1113 or the gear set unit 1114 is used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drive the sealing and locking structure 42 to move during movement along the first direction Z. The second gear unit 1113 or the gear set unit 1114 can enter the receiving structure 41 along the first direction Z.

[0186] The axial direction of the second gear unit 1113 is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the second gear unit 1113 is parallel to the second direction Y. The axial direction of the second gear unit 1113 is parallel to the axial direction of the first gear unit 4211.

[0187] The axial direction of gear unit 1114 is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of gear unit 1114 is parallel to the second direction Y. The axial direction of gear unit 1114 is parallel to the axial direction of the first gear unit 4211.

[0188] As shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 15, the unlocking component includes a second gear unit 1113, which is capable of moving along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the second gear unit 1113 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41 and opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0189] The second gear unit 1113 moves in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40. During the movement, the second gear unit 1113 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0190] Optionally, the second gear unit 1113 can move along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the second gear unit 1113 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41 and opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0191] The second gear unit 1113 moves in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40. During the movement, the second gear unit 1113 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0192] The second gear unit 1113 includes a first gear 1113A, which meshes with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move during movement along the first direction Z. The axial direction of the first gear 1113A is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the first gear 1113A is parallel to the second direction Y. The axial direction of the first gear 1113A is parallel to the axial direction of the first gear unit 4211.

[0193] In embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 is always in an open state. The first gear 1113A meshes with the first driving member 421, for example, it meshes with the first gear unit 4211. The first gear 1113A meshes with the first driving member 421 during movement in the first direction Z, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The first gear 1113A meshes with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, and thus opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0194] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the first gear 1113A engages with the first driving member 421, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111. The first gear 1113A also engages with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0195] In embodiments of this disclosure, the second gear unit 1113 further includes a second gear 1113B, which is capable of meshing with the sealing and locking structure 42. The second gear 1113B is spaced apart from the first gear 1113A. The second gear 1113B is used to mesh with and drive the sealing and locking structure 42 to move during movement along the first direction Z. The axial direction of the second gear 1113B is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the second gear 1113B is parallel to the second direction Y. The axial direction of the second gear 1113B is parallel to the axial direction of the first gear unit 4211. The meshing portion of the first gear 1113A with the sealing and locking structure 42 is opposite to the meshing portion of the second gear 1113B with the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0196] Similar to the above description, the first gear 1113A engages with the first drive member 421 during its movement in the first direction Z, causing the first drive member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The first gear 1113A also engages with the first drive member 421 during its movement in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, causing the first drive member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0197] The second gear 1113B is used to mesh with the second driving member 423, for example, the second gear 1113B meshes with the third gear unit 4231. During its movement along the first direction Z, the second gear 1113B meshes with the second driving member 423, causing the second driving member 423 to move the second moving member 424, thereby correspondingly opening the second channel unit 4112. The second gear 1113B meshes with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, and thus opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0198] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the second gear 1113B engages with the second drive member 423, causing the second drive member 423 to move the second moving member 424, thereby correspondingly closing the second channel unit 4112. The second gear 1113B also engages with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0199] As shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 16, the unlocking component includes a gear set unit 1114, which is capable of moving along the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the gear set unit 1114 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41 and opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0200] The gear unit 1114 moves in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40. During the movement, the gear unit 1114 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0201] Optionally, the gear set unit 1114 can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. During the movement, the gear set unit 1114 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41 and opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0202] The gear unit 1114 moves in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40. During the movement, the gear unit 1114 engages with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0203] The gear set unit 1114 includes a first gear set 1114A, which meshes with and drives the sealing and locking structure 42 to move during movement along the first direction Z. The first gear set 1114A includes multiple gears arranged along the first direction Z. The multiple gears of the first gear set 1114A are arranged radially. The axial directions of the multiple gears of the first gear set 1114A are parallel. The axial direction of the first gear set 1114A is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the first gear set 1114A is parallel to the second direction Y. The axial direction of the first gear set 1114A is parallel to the axial direction of the first gear unit 4211.

[0204] In embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 is always in the open state. A first gear set 1114A meshes with a first driving member 421, for example, it meshes with a first gear unit 4211. Multiple gears of the first gear set 1114A can sequentially mesh with the first driving member 421 to ensure the first moving member 422 moves into position. The first gear set 1114A meshes with the first driving member 421 during movement along the first direction Z, causing the first driving member 421 to drive the first moving member 422, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. The first gear set 1114A meshes with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, and thus opening the first channel unit 4111.

[0205] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the first gear set 1114A engages with the first drive member 421, causing the first drive member 421 to drive the first moving member 422 to move, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111. The first gear set 1114A engages with the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0206] In embodiments of this disclosure, the gear set unit 1114 further includes a second gear set 1114B, which is capable of meshing with the sealing and locking structure 42. The second gear set 1114B and the first gear set 1114A are spaced apart. The second gear set 1114B is used to mesh with the sealing and locking structure 42 and drive the sealing and locking structure 42 to move during movement along the first direction Z. The second gear set 1114B includes a plurality of gears arranged along the first direction Z. The plurality of gears of the second gear set 1114B are arranged along the radial direction of the second gear set 1114B. The axial directions of the plurality of gears of the second gear set 1114B are parallel. The axial direction of the second gear set 1114B is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the second gear set 1114B is parallel to the second direction Y. The axial direction of the second gear set 1114B is parallel to the axial direction of the first gear unit 4211.

[0207] Similar to the above description, multiple gears of the first gear set 1114A can sequentially mesh with the first drive member 421 to ensure that the first moving member 422 moves into position. During movement along the first direction Z, the first gear set 1114A meshes with the first drive member 421, causing the first drive member 421 to drive the first moving member 422, thereby correspondingly opening the first channel unit 4111. During movement in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, the first gear set 1114A meshes with the first drive member 421, causing the first drive member 421 to drive the first moving member 422, thereby correspondingly closing the first channel unit 4111.

[0208] Multiple gears of the second gear set 1114B can sequentially mesh with the second driving member 423 to ensure that the second moving member 424 moves into position. The second gear set 1114B is used to mesh with the second driving member 423, for example, the second gear set 1114B meshes with the third gear unit 4231. During the movement of the second gear set 1114B along the first direction Z, it meshes with the second driving member 423, causing the second driving member 423 to drive the second moving member 424 to move, thereby correspondingly opening the second channel unit 4112. The second gear set 1114B meshes with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, and thus opening the second channel unit 4112.

[0209] During its movement in the opposite direction to the first direction Z, the second gear set 1114B engages with the second drive member 423, causing the second drive member 423 to move the second moving member 424, thereby correspondingly closing the second channel unit 4112. The second gear set 1114B also engages with the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move in the opposite direction, and thus closing the second channel unit 4112.

[0210] In embodiments of this disclosure, the unlocking component includes at least two of an elastomer unit, a first rack unit, a second gear unit, and a gear set unit. The elastomer unit applies a force to the sealing and locking structure during movement in a first direction, thereby causing the sealing and locking structure to move. The first rack unit, the second gear unit, and the gear set unit are respectively configured to engage with the sealing and locking structure and drive the sealing and locking structure to move during movement in the first direction.

[0211] For example, the unlocking component includes an elastic body unit and a first rack unit, which are arranged opposite to each other. The elastic body unit applies a force to the sealing and locking structure during movement in a first direction, causing the sealing and locking structure to move. During this movement, the elastic body unit applies a force to the sealing and locking structure, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and opening the first channel unit. Alternatively, during the movement, the elastic body unit applies a force to the sealing and locking structure, thereby restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and closing the first channel unit.

[0212] The first rack unit engages with the sealing and locking structure during movement in a first direction, causing the sealing and locking structure to move. During this movement, the first rack unit engages with the sealing and locking structure, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and opening the second channel unit. Alternatively, during the same movement, the first rack unit engages with the sealing and locking structure, restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and closing the second channel unit.

[0213] Of course, the positions of the aforementioned elastic body unit and the first rack unit can be interchanged, and this disclosure does not limit this. The first rack unit can engage with the sealing and locking structure to move the sealing and locking structure, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and opening the first channel unit, or restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and closing the first channel unit. The elastic body unit can apply a force to the sealing and locking structure to move the sealing and locking structure, thereby releasing the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and opening the second channel unit, or restoring the seal of the sealing and locking structure on the receiving structure and closing the second channel unit.

[0214] It is understood that the structure of the unlocking component described above is only for illustrative purposes. The structure of the unlocking component can be adjusted according to the actual situation. At least two of the elastic body unit, the first rack unit, the second gear unit, and the gear set unit can be combined. The first gear unit of the first driving component can be driven by one of the elastic body unit, the first rack unit, the second gear unit, and the gear set unit. The third gear unit of the second driving component can be driven by another type. To save space, this disclosure will not elaborate further.

[0215] In embodiments of this disclosure, as shown in Figures 2 and 8, the unlocking member 111 moves in the opposite direction to the sealing locking structure 42. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released or restored. The unlocking member 111 can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, while the sealing locking structure 42 can move in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the exterior of the box 40, thereby releasing the seal of the receiving structure 41. The unlocking member 111 can move in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the exterior of the box 40, while the sealing locking structure 42 can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, thereby restoring the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0216] In the disclosed embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 to 11, the movement direction of the elastomer unit 1111 (first elastomer 1111A, second elastomer 1111B and third elastomer 1111C) is opposite to the movement direction of the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0217] The elastomer unit 1111 can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the inside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the direction of movement of the elastomer unit 1111 toward the outside of the box 40, thereby releasing the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0218] The first force-applying region D1 of the first elastic body 1111A can move in the direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first elastic body 1111A toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be opened.

[0219] The second force-applying region D2 of the first elastic body 1111A can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first elastic body 1111A toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be opened.

[0220] The third force-applying region D3 of the second elastic body 1111B can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the second elastic body 1111B toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be opened.

[0221] The fourth force-applying region D4 of the third elastic body 1111C can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the third elastic body 1111C toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be opened.

[0222] The elastomer unit 1111 can move toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move toward the inside of the box 40 in the first direction Z, thereby restoring the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0223] The first force-applying region D1 of the first elastic body 1111A can move in the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first elastic body 1111A toward the inside of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be closed.

[0224] The second force-applying region D2 of the first elastic body 1111A can move outward along the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move inward toward the inside of the box 40 in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first elastic body 1111A. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be closed.

[0225] The third force-applying region D3 of the second elastic body 1111B can move outwards from the box 40 along the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move inwards from the box 40 along the opposite direction of movement of the second elastic body 1111B. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be closed.

[0226] The fourth force-applying region D4 of the third elastic body 1111C can move outwards from the box 40 along the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move inwards from the box 40 along the opposite direction of movement of the third elastic body 1111C. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be closed.

[0227] In the disclosed embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figures 12 to 14, the movement direction of the first rack unit 1112 (first rack 1112A, second rack 1112B and third rack 1112C) is opposite to the movement direction of the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0228] The first rack unit 1112 can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the inside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the direction of movement of the first rack unit 1112 toward the outside of the box 40, thereby releasing the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0229] The first engagement region E1 of the first rack 1112A can move in the direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first rack 1112A toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be opened.

[0230] The second engagement region E2 of the first rack 1112A can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first rack 1112A toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be opened.

[0231] The third engagement region E3 of the second rack 1112B can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the second rack 1112B toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be opened.

[0232] The fourth engagement region E4 of the third rack 1112C can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the third rack 1112C toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be opened.

[0233] The first rack unit 1112 can move toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move toward the inside of the box 40 in the first direction Z, thereby restoring the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0234] The first engagement region E1 of the first rack 1112A can move in the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first rack 1112A toward the inside of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be closed.

[0235] The second engagement region E2 of the first rack 1112A can move outwards from the box 40 along the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move inwards from the box 40 along the opposite direction of movement of the first rack 1112A. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be closed.

[0236] The third engagement region E3 of the second rack 1112B can move outwards from the box 40 along the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move inwards from the box 40 along the opposite direction of movement of the second rack 1112B. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be closed.

[0237] The fourth engagement region E4 of the third rack 1112C can move outwards from the box 40 along the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move inwards from the box 40 along the opposite direction of movement of the third rack 1112C. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be closed.

[0238] In the disclosed embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 15, the direction of movement of the second gear unit 1113 (first gear 1113A and second gear 1113B) is opposite to the direction of movement of the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0239] The second gear unit 1113 can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the inside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the second gear unit 1113 toward the outside of the box 40, thereby releasing the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0240] The first gear 1113A can move in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first gear 1113A toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be opened.

[0241] The second gear 1113B can move in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the second gear 1113B toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be opened.

[0242] The second gear unit 1113 can move toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move toward the inside of the box 40 in the first direction Z, thereby restoring the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0243] The first gear 1113A can move in the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first gear 1113A toward the inside of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be closed.

[0244] The second gear 1113B can move in the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the second gear 1113B toward the inside of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be closed.

[0245] In the disclosed embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 16, the direction of movement of the gear set unit 1114 (first gear set 1114A and second gear set 1114B) is opposite to the direction of movement of the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0246] The gear unit 1114 can move in the direction of the first direction Z toward the inside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the direction of movement of the gear unit 1114 toward the outside of the box 40, thereby releasing the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0247] The first gear set 1114A can move in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first gear set 1114A toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be opened.

[0248] The second gear set 1114B can move in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the second gear set 1114B toward the exterior of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be opened.

[0249] The gear unit 1114 can move toward the outside of the box 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, and the first moving member 422 can move toward the inside of the box 40 in the first direction Z, thereby restoring the seal of the receiving structure 41.

[0250] The first gear set 1114A can move in the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the first gear set 1114A toward the inside of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the first channel unit 4111 to be closed.

[0251] The second gear set 1114B can move in the first direction Z toward the outside of the box 40, and the first moving member 422 can move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the second gear set 1114B toward the inside of the box 40. This allows the sealing of the receiving structure 41 to be released and the second channel unit 4112 to be closed.

[0252] In embodiments of this disclosure, as shown in Figures 2 and 8, the length of the portion of the unlocking member 111 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42. Preferably, the length of the portion of the unlocking member 111 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42 along the first direction Z is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42 along the first direction Z. The moving distance of the unlocking member 111 along the first direction Z is not less than the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42 along the first direction Z. This ensures that the unlocking member 111 has sufficient length to ensure that the sealing and locking structure 42 can move into place.

[0253] In the disclosed embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 to 11, the length of the portion of the elastomer unit 1111 that acts on the sealing and locking structure 42 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0254] The length of the portion of the first elastic body 1111A that acts on the first driving member 421 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. That is, the length of the first force-applying region D1 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. This ensures that the first force-applying region D1 of the first elastic body 1111A has sufficient length to ensure that the first moving member 422 can move into position to open or close the first channel unit 4111.

[0255] The length of the portion of the first elastic body 1111A that acts on the second driving member 423 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. That is, the length of the second force-applying region D2 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. This ensures that the second force-applying region D2 of the first elastic body 1111A has sufficient length to ensure that the second moving member 424 can move into position to open or close the second channel unit 4112.

[0256] The length of the portion of the second elastic body 1111B that acts on the first driving member 421 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. That is, the length of the third force-applying region D3 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. This ensures that the third force-applying region D3 of the second elastic body 1111B has sufficient length to ensure that the first moving member 422 can move into position to open or close the first channel unit 4111.

[0257] The length of the portion of the third elastic body 1111C that acts on the second driving member 423 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. That is, the length of the fourth force-applying region D4 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. This ensures that the fourth force-applying region D4 of the third elastic body 1111C has sufficient length to ensure that the second moving member 424 can move into position to open or close the second channel unit 4112.

[0258] In the disclosed embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figures 12 to 14, the length of the portion of the first rack unit 1112 that acts on the sealing and locking structure 42 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42.

[0259] The length of the portion of the first rack 1112A that acts on the first driving member 421 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. That is, the length of the first engagement region E1 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. This ensures that the first engagement region E1 of the first rack 1112A has sufficient length to ensure that the first moving member 422 can move into position to open or close the first channel unit 4111.

[0260] The length of the portion of the first rack 1112A that acts on the second drive member 423 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. That is, the length of the second engagement region E2 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. This ensures that the second engagement region E2 of the first rack 1112A has sufficient length to ensure that the second moving member 424 can move into position to open or close the second channel unit 4112.

[0261] The length of the portion of the second rack 1112B that acts on the first driving member 421 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. That is, the length of the third engagement region E3 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. This ensures that the third engagement region E3 of the second rack 1112B has sufficient length to ensure that the first moving member 422 can move into position to open or close the first channel unit 4111.

[0262] The length of the portion of the third rack 1112C that acts on the second drive member 423 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. That is, the length of the fourth engagement region E4 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. This ensures that the fourth engagement region E4 of the third rack 1112C has sufficient length to ensure that the second moving member 424 can move into position to open or close the second channel unit 4112.

[0263] In the disclosed embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 15, the length of the portion of the second gear unit 1113 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42. "The length of the portion of the second gear unit 1113 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42" refers to the arc length corresponding to the portion of the second gear unit 1113 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42. Therefore, it can be ensured that the rotation of the second gear unit 1113 allows the sealing and locking structure to move a sufficient distance.

[0264] The length of the portion of the first gear 1113A acting on the first driving member 421 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. A suitable gear ratio is provided between the first gear 1113A and the first gear unit 4211 to ensure that the first gear 1113A can drive the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, thereby moving the sealing and locking structure 42 a sufficient distance. This ensures that the first gear 1113A has a sufficient arc length, guaranteeing that the first moving member 422 can move into position to open or close the first channel unit 4111.

[0265] The length of the portion of the second gear 1113B acting on the second driving member 423 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. A suitable gear ratio is provided between the second gear 1113B and the third gear unit 4231 to ensure that the second gear 1113B can drive the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, thereby moving the sealing and locking structure 42 a sufficient distance. This ensures that the second gear 1113B has a sufficient arc length, guaranteeing that the second moving member 424 can move into position to open or close the second channel unit 4112.

[0266] In the disclosed embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figure 16, the length of the portion of the gear set unit 1114 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42. "The length of the portion of the gear set unit 1114 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42" refers to the sum of the arc lengths corresponding to the portions of each gear in the gear set unit 1114 acting on the sealing and locking structure 42, and this sum of arc lengths is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the sealing and locking structure 42. Therefore, it can be ensured that the rotation of the gear set unit 1114 allows the sealing and locking structure 42 to move a sufficient distance.

[0267] The length of the portion of the first gear set 1114A acting on the first driving member 421 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the first moving member 422. The first gear set 1114A includes at least two gears. The gear ratio between each gear in the first gear set 1114A and the first gear unit 4211 is set according to actual needs to ensure that after each gear in the first gear set 1114A sequentially drives the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, the first gear unit 4211 can drive the first moving member 422 to move a sufficient distance. This ensures that the first gear set 1114A has sufficient arc length, guaranteeing that the first moving member 422 can move into position to open or close the first channel unit 4111.

[0268] The length of the portion of the second gear set 1114B that acts on the second driving member 423 is greater than or equal to the moving distance of the second moving member 424. The second gear set 1114B includes at least two gears. The gear ratio between each gear in the second gear set 1114B and the third gear unit 4231 is set according to actual needs to ensure that after each gear in the second gear set 1114B sequentially drives the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, the third gear unit 4231 can drive the second moving member 424 to move a sufficient distance. This ensures that the second gear set 1114B has sufficient arc length, ensuring that the second moving member 424 can move into position to open or close the second channel unit 4112.

[0269] As shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figures 12 to 14, in order to ensure that the first rack unit 1112 can drive the sealing locking structure 42 to move, the distance between the outer edge of the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 and the central axis of the developer container 1 in the radial direction of the developer container 1 adapted to the adapter 10 is M1.

[0270] The sealing and locking structure 42 includes a first driving member 421, which includes a first gear unit 4211. The first rack unit 1112 is used to mesh with the first gear unit 4211 and drive the first gear unit 4211 to rotate during movement in the first direction.

[0271] The distance between the addendum circle of the first gear unit 4211 and the central axis of the developer container 1 is M2, satisfying the relationship: M1 > M2. The distance between the center of the first gear unit 4211 and the central axis of the developer container 1 is M3, satisfying the relationship: M1 < M3.

[0272] In the radial direction of the developer container 1, the outer edge of the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 is greater than the distance from the tip circle of the teeth of the first gear unit 4211 to the axis of the developer container 1. The outer edge of the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 is less than the distance from the center of the first gear unit 4211 to the axis of the developer container 1. Therefore, it can be ensured that the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 can contact the first gear unit 4211, and that the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 can apply a force to the first gear unit 4211, causing the first gear unit 4211 to rotate.

[0273] The sealing and locking structure 42 includes a second driving member 423, which includes a third gear unit 4231. The first rack unit 1112 is used to mesh with the third gear unit 4231 and drive the third gear unit 4231 to rotate during movement in the first direction.

[0274] The distance between the addendum circle of the third gear unit 4231 and the central axis of the developer container 1 is M4, satisfying the relationship: M1 > M4. The distance between the center of the third gear unit 4231 and the central axis of the developer container 1 is M5, satisfying the relationship: M1 < M5.

[0275] In the radial direction of the developer container 1, the outer edge of the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 is greater than the distance from the tip circle of the teeth of the third gear unit 4231 to the axis of the developer container 1. The outer edge of the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 is less than the distance from the center of the third gear unit 4231 to the axis of the developer container 1. Therefore, it can be ensured that the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 can contact the third gear unit 4231, and that the teeth of the first rack unit 1112 can apply a force to the third gear unit 4231, causing the third gear unit 4231 to rotate.

[0276] In the disclosed embodiment, as shown in Figures 1 to 12, the unlocking structure 11 further includes a connecting member 112, which penetrates the unlocking structure 11 along a first direction. The connecting member 112 is configured as a through hole. Developer 2 can enter the cartridge 40 through the connecting member 112. The connecting member 112 is connected to the first channel unit 4111, which is in the open state.

[0277] Optionally, the second channel unit 4112 can always be in the open state. The connecting member 112 is connected to the second channel unit 4112 in the open state. Optionally, the connecting member 112 is separated from the second channel unit 4112 in the closed state.

[0278] The connecting member 112 includes an open opening. The opening faces outwards from the connecting member 112. The channel member 411 of the receiving structure 41 can enter the connecting member 112 through the open opening. Preferably, the shape of the connecting member 112 matches the shape of the receiving structure 41 to avoid developer 2 leakage.

[0279] When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42, the channel member 411 (shown in FIG. 20) is located in the communicating member 112. When the unlocking member 111 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42, the first channel unit 4111 is located in the communicating member 112. Developer 2 can enter the first channel unit 4111 and enter the cartridge 40 through the first channel unit 4111. This prevents developer 2 from leaking from the connection.

[0280] When the unlocking member 111 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, the second channel unit 4112 is located in the communicating member 112. When the unlocking member 111 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, gas can enter the developer 2 container through the second channel unit 4112. This ensures that the developer 2 can enter the first channel unit 4111 and prevents leakage of the developer 2 from the connection point.

[0281] In embodiments of this disclosure, the unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 can be mounted on the surface of the injection structure 12. The injection structure 12 is used to connect to the body 20 of the developer container 1. The injection structure 12 can be configured as a nozzle, cap, or similar structure to allow developer in the developer container 1 to pass through. The unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 can be mounted on the surface of the injection structure 12 facing the cartridge 40. The unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 is perpendicularly connected to the surface of the injection structure 12. In one possible implementation, the unlocking structure 11 and the injection structure 12 of the adapter 10 can be configured as separate structures, detachably connected. The unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 is detachably connected to the surface of the injection structure 12. The unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 can be connected to the injection structure 12 via a connector. Alternatively, the unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 can be connected to the injection structure 12 via a snap-fit ​​mechanism. In another possible implementation, the unlocking structure 11 and the injection structure 12 of the adapter 10 can be constructed as a single unit. The unlocking structure 11 and the injection structure 12 of the adapter 10 can be integrally molded by injection molding, or the unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 can be fixedly mounted onto the injection structure 12. For example, the unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 can be pasted onto the surface of the injection structure 12.

[0282] In embodiments of this disclosure, as shown in Figures 1 to 17, the adapter 10 further includes an injection structure 12. The injection structure 12 connects the unlocking structure 11 and the body 20 of the developer container 1, allowing developer 2 to pass through the body 20 of the developer container 1. The injection structure 12 may include the nozzle of an ink bottle. The developer container 1 includes an ink bottle. The nozzle can be connected to the body of the ink bottle. The injection structure 12 provides an outlet for the developer 2 in the body 20 to enter the receiving structure 41. Specifically, the unlocking structure 11 extends along a first direction Z into the receiving structure 41 of the cartridge 40 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41. The first direction Z is parallel to the injection direction of the developer 2, or it can also be understood that the first direction Z is the direction of movement for the developer container 1 to be installed into the cartridge 40, and the opposite direction of the first direction Z is the direction of movement for the developer container 1 to be removed from the cartridge 40. The unlocking structure 11 unlocks the sealing locking structure 42 of the cartridge 40 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41. Optionally, the unlocking structure 11 can unlock the sealing and locking structure 42 in the receiving structure 41, thus connecting the receiving structure 41 to the interior of the cartridge 40. Developer 2 can then enter the interior of the cartridge 40, completing the injection of developer 2. This means that developer 2 is added to the cartridge 40 after developer container 1 is installed, thereby preventing ink leakage from developer container 1 during installation and avoiding contamination of the receiving structure 41's channels.

[0283] The moving direction of the unlocking structure 11 on the injection structure 12 is opposite to the moving direction of the sealing and locking structure 42. This can be understood as the unlocking structure 11 moving in the direction Z toward the interior of the box 40, while the sealing and locking structure 42 moving in the opposite direction Z toward the exterior of the box 40. Alternatively, it can be understood as the unlocking structure 11 moving in the opposite direction Z toward the exterior of the box 40, while the sealing and locking structure 42 moving in the direction Z toward the interior of the box 40.

[0284] Developer 2 is discharged through injection structure 12 to replenish developer 2 into cartridge 40. Developer container 1 includes an ink bottle. Adapter 10 can be installed in the ink bottle. The length direction of unlocking structure 11 is parallel to the axial direction of injection structure 12. Unlocking structure 11 is connected to injection structure 12. In one possible implementation, unlocking structure 11 and injection structure 12 can be constructed as separate structures, detachably connected. In another possible implementation, unlocking structure 11 and injection structure 12 can be constructed as a single structure, integrally molded by injection molding, or unlocking structure 11 can be fixedly mounted to injection structure 12. Unlocking structure 11 can extend into receiving structure 41 along a first direction Z. Movement of injection structure 12 can cause movement of unlocking structure 11. Injection structure 12 can move along the first direction Z to cause unlocking structure 11 to move along the first direction Z. The first direction Z is parallel to the axial direction of injection structure 12.

[0285] The injection structure 12 includes a connecting member 121, which is also used to connect to the body 20 of the developer container 1. In one possible implementation, the connecting member 121 is used to detachably connect to the body 20 of the developer container 1. The connecting member 121 can be connected to the body 20 of the developer container 1 by a threaded connection, which is simple in structure and easy to operate. For example, the connecting member 121 includes an internal thread, and the body 20 includes an external thread, and the internal thread of the connecting member 121 and the external thread of the body 20 are connected together by the thread. The connecting member 121 can also be connected to the body 20 of the developer container 1 by a snap-fit ​​or other means. The connecting member 121 can be constructed as a cylindrical structure. Of course, the connecting member 121 and the body 20 can be snapped together by a snap-fit, which is not limited in this embodiment. In another possible implementation, the connecting member 121 and the body 20 can be fixedly connected. The connecting member 121 and the body 20 of the developer container 1 can be connected together by injection molding or integral molding.

[0286] The connecting member 121 includes a first wall unit 1211 and a second wall unit 1212, which are connected together. The first wall unit 1211 and the second wall unit 1212 are perpendicularly connected. The first wall unit 1211 can be constructed as a plate-like structure. The first wall unit 1211 intersects a first direction Z. In particular, the first wall unit 1211 is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The first wall unit 1211 can be constructed as a circular structure. The second wall unit 1212 can be constructed as an annular structure. The second wall unit 1212 is connected to the edge of the first wall unit 1211. The second wall unit 1212 is arranged around the first wall unit 1211. The second wall unit 1212 is arranged around the first wall unit 1211 in the first direction Z. The axial direction of the second wall unit 1212 is parallel to the first direction Z. The first wall unit 1211 and the second wall unit 1212 are fixedly connected together. The first wall unit 1211 and the second wall unit 1212 can be connected together by injection molding or integral molding.

[0287] The first wall unit 1211 is used to connect the unlocking structure 11. The unlocking structure 11 can be installed on the box-facing surface of the first wall unit 1211. The unlocking structure 11 is perpendicularly connected to the first wall unit 1211. In one possible implementation, the unlocking structure 11 and the first wall unit 1211 can be constructed as separate structures, and the unlocking structure 11 and the first wall unit 1211 can be detachably connected. The unlocking structure 11 can be connected to the first wall unit 1211 via a connector. Alternatively, the unlocking structure 11 can be connected to the first wall unit 1211 via a snap-fit ​​mechanism. In another possible implementation, the unlocking structure 11 and the first wall unit 1211 are fixedly connected. Alternatively, the unlocking structure 11 and the first wall unit 1211 can be constructed as an integral structure, which can be integrally molded by injection molding, or the unlocking structure 11 can be fixedly installed onto the first wall unit 1211. For example, the unlocking structure 11 can be glued to the first wall unit 1211.

[0288] The second wall unit 1212 is used to connect to the body 20 of the developer container 1. The inner surface of the second wall unit 1212 is connected to the outer surface of the body 20 of the developer container 1. Referring to FIG. 18, the body 20 of the developer container 1 includes an opening structure 21, which is connected to the injection structure 12. The opening structure 21 is located at the free end of the body 20 of the developer container 1. The opening structure 21 is open. Developer in the body 20 of the developer container 1 can be discharged through the opening structure 21. The opening structure 21 is connected to the second wall unit 1212.

[0289] In one possible implementation, the second wall unit 1212 is fixedly connected to the body 20 of the developer container 1. The second wall unit 1212 and the body 20 of the developer container 1 can be connected together by injection molding or integral molding. In another possible implementation, the second wall unit 1212 is detachably connected to the body 20 of the developer container 1. The second wall unit 1212 can be connected to the body 20 of the developer container 1 by a threaded connection. The inner surface of the second wall unit 1212 is provided with an internal thread, and the outer surface of the body 20 of the developer container 1 is provided with an external thread; the internal thread and the external thread are threaded together. The second wall unit 1212 can be installed onto the body 20 of the developer container 1, thereby allowing the injection structure 12 to be installed onto the body 20 of the developer container 1. The second wall unit 1212 can also be detached from the body 20 of the developer container 1, thereby allowing the injection structure 12 to be detached from the body 20 of the developer container 1.

[0290] To ensure a more secure connection between the injection structure 12 and the box 40, the injection structure 12 further includes a locking member 122, which engages with the box 40. Thus, the locking member 122 keeps the injection structure 12 connected to the box 40, preventing the injection structure 12 from detaching or separating from the box 40.

[0291] The engaging member 122 is connected to the first wall unit 1211. The engaging member 122 is perpendicularly connected to the first wall unit 1211. In one possible implementation, the engaging member 122 and the first wall unit 1211 can be constructed as separate structures, detachably connected. The engaging member 122 is detachably connected to the surface of the first wall unit 1211. The engaging member 122 can be connected to the first wall unit 1211 via a connector. Alternatively, the engaging member 122 can be connected to the first wall unit 1211 by engaging. In another possible implementation, the engaging member 122 and the first wall unit 1211 can be constructed as an integral structure, integrally molded by injection molding, or the engaging member 122 can be fixedly mounted to the first wall unit 1211. For example, the engaging member 122 can be adhered to the surface of the first wall unit 1211.

[0292] To ensure that the unlocking member 111 can release the sealing locking structure 42, the length of the engaging member 122 is L1, and the length of the unlocking member 111 is L2, satisfying the relationship: L1 < L2. The length of the engaging member 122 along the first direction Z is L1. The length of the unlocking member 111 along the first direction Z is L2. The unlocking member 111 protrudes from the engaging member 122 along the first direction Z. Therefore, it is ensured that when the engaging member 122 is engaged with the box 40, the unlocking member 111 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure.

[0293] As shown in Figures 1 to 19, this disclosure also provides a developer container 1, which includes a body 20 and an adapter 10. The adapter 10 includes an unlocking structure 11 and an injection structure 12. The injection structure 12 is used to connect the unlocking structure 11 and the body 20 of the developer container 1, allowing the developer 2 in the body 20 of the developer container 1 to pass through. Thus, the unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 can release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 of the cartridge 40 on the receiving structure 41, allowing the developer 2 to enter the cartridge 40, preventing ink leakage from the developer container 1 and contamination of the channels of the receiving structure 41 due to ink leakage. The unlocking structure 11 is connected to the body 20 of the developer container 1 through the injection structure 12. The adapter 10 is installed to the body 20 of the developer container 1.

[0294] The unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 of the developer container 1 is the same as the aforementioned unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10, and will not be described again below. The injection structure 12 of the adapter 10 of the developer container 1 is the same as the aforementioned injection structure 12 of the adapter 10, and will not be described again below.

[0295] In one possible implementation, the developer container 1 body 20 is fixedly connected to the adapter 10. The developer container 1 body 20 and the adapter 10 can be connected together by injection molding or integral molding. In another possible implementation, the developer container 1 body 20 and the adapter 10 are detachably connected. The adapter 10 is connected to the developer container 1 body 20 by a threaded connection. The adapter 10 can also be detached from the developer container 1 body 20.

[0296] Furthermore, in one possible implementation, the body 20 of the developer container 1 is fixedly connected to the injection structure 12. The body 20 of the developer container 1 and the injection structure 12 can be connected together by injection molding or integral molding. In another possible implementation, the body 20 of the developer container 1 and the injection structure 12 are detachably connected. The injection structure 12 is connected to the body 20 of the developer container 1 by a threaded connection. The injection structure 12 can also be detached from the body 20 of the developer container 1.

[0297] The developer 2 is disposed inside the main body 20. The developer 2 can enter the cartridge 40 through the adapter 10. To facilitate the discharge of the developer 2, the main body 20 includes a port structure 21, which communicates with the interior of the main body 20 for discharging the developer 2. The port structure 21 is located at the free end of the main body 20 of the developer container 1. The port structure 21 is also used to connect with the adapter 10. The port structure 21 and the adapter 10 can be connected together by a threaded connection. In particular, the port structure 21 is connected to the injection structure 12. The port structure 21 is located in the injection structure 12. The developer 2 enters the injection structure 12 through the port structure 21.

[0298] In one possible implementation, the injection structure 12 is fixedly connected to the orifice structure 21. The injection structure 12 and the orifice structure 21 can be connected together by injection molding or integral molding. In another possible implementation, the injection structure 12 and the orifice structure 21 are detachably connected. The injection structure 12 can be connected to the orifice structure 21 by a threaded connection. The inner surface of the injection structure 12 has an internal thread, and the outer surface of the orifice structure 21 has an external thread; the internal and external threads are threaded together. The injection structure 12 can be installed onto the orifice structure 21, or it can be detached from the orifice structure 21.

[0299] To prevent leakage of developer 2 from the developer container 1, the developer container 1 also includes a sealer 30 for sealing the injection structure 12. The sealer 30 is located in the injection structure 12. In particular, the sealer 30 is located in the opening structure 21.

[0300] The seal 30 also seals the connecting member 112. The seal 30 seals the connecting member 112, thereby preventing developer 2 leakage. Specifically, the seal 30 prevents developer 2 from being discharged through the opening structure 21 and the connecting member 112. When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, the seal 30 can also be released, allowing developer 2 to enter the receiving structure 41.

[0301] Furthermore, the sealer 30 includes a sealing structure 31 and a support structure 32, the sealing structure 31 being connected to the body 20 via the support structure 32. The support structure 32 is located inside the body 20. Optionally, the support structure 32 is located within the opening structure 21. The support structure 32 is constructed as a generally cylindrical structure. The axial direction of the support structure 32 is parallel to the first direction Z. The support structure 32 can engage with the opening structure 21.

[0302] When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, the sealing structure 31 opens the opening structure 21 so that the channel member 411 of the receiving structure 41 communicates with the interior of the developer container 1.

[0303] When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, the sealing structure 31 opens the opening structure 21, allowing the first channel unit 4111 to communicate with the interior of the developer container 1. The receiving structure 41 applies a force to the sealing structure 31 in the direction toward the interior of the developer container 1, pushing the sealing structure 31 to move toward the interior of the developer container 1. The receiving structure 41 can drive the sealing structure 31 to move in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, so that the sealing structure 31 in the sealed position moves to the open position. The sealing structure 31 can move away from the communicating member 112. In this way, the sealing structure 31 can be spaced apart from the communicating member 112 to open the opening structure 21. The first channel unit 4111 can extend into the opening structure 21. Preferably, the first channel unit 4111 of the receiving structure 41 can extend into the support structure 32. The receiving structure 41 can release the seal of the developer container 1, allowing the developer 2 inside the developer container 1 to enter the first channel unit 4111 of the receiving structure 41.

[0304] When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41, the sealing structure 31 opens the opening structure 21, allowing the second channel unit 4112 to communicate with the interior of the developer container 1. The receiving structure 41 applies a force to the sealing structure 31 in the direction toward the interior of the developer container 1, pushing the sealing structure 31 to move toward the interior of the developer container 1. The receiving structure 41 can drive the sealing structure 31 to move in the opposite direction of the first direction Z, so that the sealing structure 31 in the sealed position moves to the open position. The sealing structure 31 can move away from the communicating member 112. In this way, the sealing structure 31 can be spaced apart from the communicating member 112 to open the opening structure 21. The second channel unit 4112 can extend into the opening structure 21. Preferably, the second channel unit 4112 of the receiving structure 41 can extend into the support structure 32. The receiving structure 41 can release the seal of the developer container 1, and the second channel unit 4112 can balance the internal pressure of the developer container 1 with the external pressure, so that the developer 2 can flow into the first channel unit 4111 under the action of gravity.

[0305] A sealing structure 31 is movably connected to a support structure 32 along a first direction Z. One end of the sealing structure 31 is used to close the communicating member 112. The sealing structure 31 passes through the support structure 32. The support structure 32 includes a guide member 321, the axial direction of which is parallel to the first direction Z. The other end of the sealing structure 31 is located in the guide member 321. For example, the guide member 321 includes a hole that passes through the support structure 32 along the first direction Z. The sealing structure 31 passes through the guide member 321. The sealing structure 31 is movable within the guide member 321. The guide member 321 guides the movement of the sealing structure 31.

[0306] The sealing structure 31 is movable relative to the supporting structure 32 between a sealed position and an open position. The sealing structure 31 is movable along a first direction Z between the sealed position and the open position. In the sealed position, the sealing structure 31 closes the communicating member 112. In the sealed position, the sealing structure 31 is in close contact with the communicating member 112. In the sealed position, the sealing structure 31 can block the opening structure 21 of the developer container 1. In the sealed position, the sealing structure 31 can prevent the developer 2 from discharging towards the outside of the developer container 1.

[0307] The sealing structure 31 in the open position is spaced apart from the connecting member 112, allowing a portion of the receiving structure 41 to enter the opening structure 21. A gap exists between the sealing structure 31 in the open position and the connecting member 112. Developer 2 from inside the body 20 enters the connecting member 112 through the gap between the sealing structure 31 and the connecting member 112 in the open position. The first channel unit 4111 enters the opening structure 21. Developer 2 from inside the body 20 can enter the first channel unit 4111 of the receiving structure 41.

[0308] The sealer 30 also includes a sealing plug structure 34, which is sleeved on the sealing structure 31. Optionally, the sealing structure 31 further includes a limiting member 311, which restricts the movement of the sealing plug structure 34. The sealing plug structure 34 is located between the limiting member 311 and the communicating member 112. The end of the sealing plug structure 34 along the first direction Z abuts against the limiting member 311.

[0309] The receiving structure 41 can apply a force to the sealing structure 31, enabling the sealing structure 31 to move. The unlocking structure 11 moves in the first direction Z toward the interior of the cartridge 40, and the receiving structure 41 correspondingly moves in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the interior of the developer container 1. The receiving structure 41 moves into the opening structure 21 via the connecting member 112. The receiving structure 41 abuts against the sealing structure 31. The receiving structure 41 applies a force to the sealing structure 31 to push the sealing structure 31 to move. The receiving structure 41 can drive the sealing structure 31 to move in the opposite direction of the first direction Z.

[0310] The sealing plug structure 34 is movable along the first direction Z between a sealed position and an open position. In the sealed position, the sealing plug structure 34 closes the communicating member 112. In the sealed position, the sealing plug structure 34 is in close contact with the communicating member 112. In the sealed position, the sealing plug structure 34 can block the opening structure 21 of the developer container 1. In the sealed position, the sealing plug structure 34 can prevent the developer 2 from discharging towards the outside of the developer container 1.

[0311] Preferably, the sealer 30 further includes a first sealing ring structure 35 located in the opening structure 21. The first sealing ring structure 35 is in close contact with the inner surface of the injection structure 12. The first sealing ring structure 35 is located between the sealing plug structure 34 and the injection structure 12. The first sealing ring structure 35 prevents developer 2 leakage. The first sealing ring structure 35 includes a through hole corresponding to the connecting member 112. The sealing plug structure 34 in the sealed position is in close contact with the first sealing ring structure 35 to seal the through hole. The sealing plug structure 34 in the open position is spaced apart from the first sealing ring structure 35 to open the through hole.

[0312] The sealing plug structure 34 in the open position is spaced apart from the connecting member 112 so that a portion of the receiving structure 41 enters the opening structure 21. A gap exists between the sealing plug structure 34 in the open position and the connecting member 112. The developer 2 inside the body 20 enters the connecting member 112 through the gap between the sealing plug structure 34 in the open position and the connecting member 112.

[0313] To facilitate the return of the sealing structure 31, the sealer 30 also includes an elastic structure 33. Along the first direction Z, the two ends of the elastic structure 33 abut against the support structure 32 and the sealing structure 31, respectively. The elastic structure 33 can apply an elastic force to the sealing structure 31, causing the sealing structure 31 to move towards the connecting member 112. One end of the elastic structure 33 along the first direction Z abuts against the support structure 32. For example, one end of the elastic structure 33 along the first direction Z abuts against the guide member 321. The other end of the elastic structure 33 along the first direction Z abuts against the sealing structure 31. The other end of the elastic structure 33 along the first direction Z abuts against the limiting member 311. Movement of the sealing structure 31 causes elastic deformation of the elastic structure 33. The elastic structure 33 can undergo elastic deformation along the first direction Z.

[0314] The sealing structure 31 in the open position compresses the elastic structure 33. The sealing structure 31 in the sealed position moves toward the interior of the developer container 1 to compress the elastic structure 33. The elastic structure 33 undergoes elastic deformation to generate an elastic force. The elastic structure 33 applies an elastic force to the sealing structure 31 in the open position to return it to the sealed position. The elastic structure 33 applies an elastic force to the sealing structure 31 in the open position in a direction along the first direction Z toward the connecting member 112. The elastic force enables the sealing structure 31 in the open position to move to the sealed position.

[0315] Of course, the sealing structure 31 in the open position can also return to the sealed position in other ways. For example, the sealing structure 31 in the open position can also return to the sealed position under the action of gravity. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0316] The developer container 1 disclosed herein has an adapter 10 with an unlocking structure 11. The adapter 10 drives the sealing locking structure 42 of the cartridge 40, and pulls up the sealing locking structure 42 of the cartridge 40 to release the seal to replenish the developer 2, preventing other incompatible or bad developers 2 from entering the cartridge 40 and avoiding affecting printing.

[0317] Preferably, the developer 2 can be ink, the developer container 1 can be an ink bottle, the cartridge 40 can be an ink tank or a device for storing ink in a printer, and the image forming apparatus can be a printer. In this way, the developer container 1 of this disclosure releases the seal of the cartridge 40's sealing locking structure 42 via the unlocking structure 11, moving the seal against the receiving structure 41 to replenish ink. This prevents other incompatible or defective inks from entering the printer, avoiding impacts on print quality or risks such as printhead clogging or ink shortage.

[0318] As shown in Figures 1 to 7 and Figures 20 to 28, this disclosure also provides a cartridge 40, which includes a receiving structure 41 and a sealing locking structure 42. The receiving structure 41 is open to the outside of the cartridge 40. Referring to Figure 1, the receiving structure 41 is used to receive a connected developer container 1. The developer container 1 includes an adapter 10, which includes an unlocking structure 11 extending into the receiving structure 41 along a first direction Z. The sealing locking structure 42 is used to seal the receiving structure 41. The sealing locking structure 42 engages with and is unlocked by the unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41.

[0319] The sealing and locking structure 42 can seal and lock the receiving structure 41 of the cartridge 40, preventing ink leakage and channel contamination during the installation of the developer container 1 into the cartridge 40. When the sealing and locking structure 42 seals the receiving structure 41, the developer 2 cannot enter the cartridge 40 through the receiving structure 41. When the sealing and locking structure 42 is released, the developer 2 can enter the cartridge 40 through the receiving structure 41. This ensures both safety and stability.

[0320] The developer container 1 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below. The adapter 10 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below. The unlocking structure 11 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below. The injection structure 12 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below.

[0321] The receiving structure 41 is used to allow developer 2 to enter. Specifically, the receiving structure 41 includes a channel member 411, which allows developer to enter the interior of the cartridge 40. The channel member 411 includes a first channel unit 4111, which is used to replenish developer 2. The first channel unit 4111 opens to the outside of the cartridge 40. For example, the first channel unit 4111 can be an ink-filling channel unit, through which ink can enter the cartridge 40.

[0322] The first channel unit 4111 can be sealed by the sealing and locking structure 42. The sealing and locking structure 42 seals the receiving structure 41 to close the first channel unit 4111. The sealing and locking structure 42 seals the first channel unit 4111 to separate the first channel unit 4111 from the interior of the cartridge 40. When the sealing and locking structure 42 is not released from the seal on the first channel unit 4111, developer cannot enter the interior of the cartridge 40. The sealing and locking structure 42 protects the cartridge 40 from ink leakage and channel contamination during the installation of the developer container into the cartridge 40.

[0323] The sealing locking structure 42 releases the seal on the receiving structure 41 to open the first channel unit 4111. The adapter can release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41. When the developer container 1 replenishes developer into the cartridge 40, the adapter 10 can release the seal of the sealing structure on the receiving structure 41. In particular, the unlocking structure 11 can release the seal of the sealing structure on the receiving structure 41. The first channel unit 4111 communicates with the outside of the cartridge 40. The first channel unit 4111 allows developer 2 to enter. Developer 2 in the developer container 1 can enter the first channel unit 4111 to replenish developer 2 into the cartridge 40.

[0324] The first channel unit 4111 is located within the connecting member 112. When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the first channel unit 4111, communication between the first channel unit 4111 and the interior of the cartridge 40 is established. Developer 2 can then enter the first channel unit 4111. A portion of the first channel unit 4111 is located within the connecting member 112. The first channel unit 4111 enters the opening structure 21 through the connecting member 112, thus releasing the seal of the sealing device 30 on the connecting member 112. This prevents ink leakage from the developer container 1 during installation into the cartridge 40 and avoids channel contamination caused by ink leakage.

[0325] The sealing and locking structure 42 includes a first driving member 421 and a first moving member 422. The first driving member 421 drives the first moving member 422 to move under the action of the unlocking structure 11. The unlocking structure 11 drives the first driving member 421 in the same way as described above, and will not be repeated here. Rotation of the first driving member 421 can open or close the first channel unit 4111. The first driving member 421 can move, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move, so as to release or restore the seal of the first moving member 422 on the first channel unit 4111, and open or close the first channel unit 4111 accordingly.

[0326] The movement of the first driving member 421 can be rotation, translation, or a combination of both. The first moving member 422 is capable of moving along the first direction Z. The first moving member 422 moves along the first direction Z under the action of the first driving member 421. The direction of movement of the first moving member 422 is opposite to the direction of movement of the unlocking structure 11.

[0327] When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42, the first channel unit 4111 is opened. The first moving member 422 can also move towards the outside of the cartridge 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z. Under the action of the first driving member 421, the first moving member 422 can also move towards the outside of the cartridge 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z. The first channel unit 4111 in the open state is also connected to the inside of the developer 2 container. The first channel unit 4111 in the open state is also connected to the inside of the cartridge 40.

[0328] When the unlocking structure 11 does not cause the first driving member 421 to rotate, the first channel unit 4111, which is in the open state, is closed. The first moving member 422 is capable of moving in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. Under the action of the first driving member 421, the first moving member 422 is capable of moving in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. The first channel unit 4111, which is in the closed state, is separated from the interior of the box 40.

[0329] Under the action of the unlocking structure 11, the first driving member 421 drives the first moving member 422 to move between the first connected position and the first closed position. The first moving member 422 is capable of moving along a first direction. The first moving member 422 is capable of moving along the first direction toward the interior of the box 40. The first moving member 422 is also capable of moving in the opposite direction of the first direction toward the exterior of the box 40. The first moving member 422, located in the first closed position, can move in the opposite direction of the first direction toward the exterior of the box 40 to the first connected position.

[0330] The first movable member 422, located in the first closed position, seals the first channel unit 4111. The first channel unit 4111 is separated from the interior of the cartridge 40. The first channel unit 4111 and the interior of the cartridge 40 are not in communication. The developer 2 in the first channel unit 4111 will not enter the interior of the cartridge 40 through the first movable member 422 located in the first closed position.

[0331] The first channel unit 4111 is connected to the interior of the cartridge 40 via the first movable member 422 located at the first communication position. Developer 2 enters the interior of the cartridge 40 through the first channel unit 4111 and the first movable member 422 located at the first communication position. Thus, the replenishment of developer 2 is completed.

[0332] Preferably, the first driving member 421 includes a first gear unit 4211, which is rotatable to drive the first moving member 422 to move. The axial direction of the first gear unit 4211 is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the first gear unit 4211 is parallel to the second direction Y.

[0333] The unlocking structure 11 can drive the first gear unit 4211 to rotate. The method by which the unlocking structure 11 drives the first gear unit 4211 is the same as the previously described method, and will not be repeated here. The first gear unit 4211 can rotate about the second direction Y. The rotation of the first gear unit 4211 drives the first moving member 422 to move. The rotation of the first gear unit 4211 can drive the first moving member 422 to move along the first direction Z.

[0334] The first moving member 422 includes a second rack unit 4221, which meshes with a first gear unit 4211. The second rack unit 4221 is movable along a first direction Z. Rotation of the first gear unit 4211 drives the second rack unit 4221 to move along the first direction Z. The second rack unit 4221 is movable towards the interior of the housing 40 along the first direction Z. The second rack unit 4221 is also movable towards the exterior of the housing 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z.

[0335] Of course, the first driving member 421 may also include other structures, such as linkage mechanisms, etc. The unlocking structure 11 can make the first driving member 421 move, thereby driving the first moving member 422 to move. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0336] Furthermore, the first moving member 422 also includes a first moving unit 4222, which is connected to the second rack unit 4221 along a first direction Z. The first moving unit 4222 is closer to the interior of the box 40 along the first direction Z than the second rack unit 4221. The first moving unit 4222 is provided with a first opening 4222A. The first opening 4222A penetrates the first moving unit 4222. The first opening 4222A penetrates the first moving unit 4222 along a third direction X. The third direction X is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The third direction X is perpendicular to the second direction Y.

[0337] The first channel unit 4111 is connected to the interior of the cartridge 40 through the first port 4222A located at the first communication position. The developer in the first channel unit 4111 moves into the interior of the cartridge 40 through the first port 4222A located at the first communication position. This completes the replenishment of the developer.

[0338] The receiving structure 41 also includes a receiving cavity member 412, which opens towards the outside of the box 40 in the direction opposite to the first direction Z. The receiving cavity member 412 is used to accommodate the unlocking structure 11. The open opening of the receiving cavity member 412 allows the unlocking structure 11 to enter. The unlocking structure 11 can enter the receiving cavity member 412 of the receiving structure 41 in the first direction Z. The first moving member 422 and the receiving cavity member 412 are located on opposite sides of the first driving member 421.

[0339] A portion of the first driving member 421 is located within the receiving cavity member 412. After the unlocking structure 11 enters the receiving cavity member 412, it can apply a force to the first driving member 421. The unlocking structure 11 can contact the first driving member 421 located within the receiving cavity member 412. The unlocking structure 11 applies a force to the first driving member 421 located within the receiving cavity member 412, causing the first driving member 421 to rotate. In this way, the unlocking structure 11 can drive the first moving member 422 (e.g., the second rack unit 4221) to move by rotating the first driving member 421 (e.g., the first gear unit 4211).

[0340] The channel component 411 may further include a second channel unit 4112 for ventilation. The second channel unit 4112 may be a ventilation channel component. One end of the second channel unit 4112 is open to the outside of the box 40.

[0341] In embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 can always be in the open state. In embodiments of this disclosure, the second channel unit 4112 is closed when the sealing locking structure 42 seals the receiving structure 41, and open when the sealing locking structure 42 releases the seal on the receiving structure 41. The second channel unit 4112 can also be sealed by the sealing locking structure 42 to close the second channel unit 4112. The sealing locking structure 42 can also release the seal on the other end of the second channel unit 4112 to open the second channel unit 4112. When both the first channel unit 4111 and the second channel unit 4112 are in the open state, the developer 2 can enter the cartridge 40.

[0342] The sealing and locking structure 42 seals the other end of the second channel unit 4112, thereby separating the other end of the second channel unit 4112 from the interior of the cartridge 40. Gas will not enter the developer container 1 through the second channel unit 4112.

[0343] The sealing locking structure 42 releases the seal on the other end of the second channel unit 4112, allowing the other end of the second channel unit 4112 to communicate with both the interior and exterior of the cartridge 40. Gas (especially air) can enter the second channel unit 4112 and then enter the developer container 1. The cartridge 40 also includes a housing structure 43, which is provided with a vent 433A. The vent 433A connects the interior and exterior of the cartridge 40. Gas outside the cartridge 40 can enter the interior of the cartridge 40 through the vent 433A. The adapter 10 can release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41 of the cartridge 40, allowing gas to enter the developer container 1 through the second channel unit 4112, thereby maintaining pressure balance and ensuring that the developer 2 can move into the cartridge 40.

[0344] The second channel unit 4112 is located within the connecting member 112. When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the other end of the second channel unit 4112, the second channel unit 4112 communicates with the interior of the box 40. A portion of the second channel unit 4112 is located within the connecting member 112. The second channel unit 4112 enters the opening structure 21 through the connecting member 112 and releases the seal of the sealing device 30 on the connecting member 112.

[0345] The sealing and locking structure 42 includes a second driving member 423 and a second moving member 424. The second driving member 423 drives the second moving member 424 to move under the action of the unlocking structure 11. The unlocking structure 11 drives the second driving member 423 in the same way as described above, and will not be repeated here. The rotation of the second driving member 423 can open or close the second channel unit 4112. The second driving member 423 can move, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move, so as to release or restore the seal of the second moving member 424 on the second channel unit 4112, and open or close the second channel unit 4112 accordingly.

[0346] The movement of the second driving member 423 can be rotation, translation, or a combination of both. The second moving member 424 is capable of moving along the first direction Z. The second moving member 424 moves along the first direction Z under the action of the second driving member 423. The direction of movement of the second moving member 424 is opposite to the direction of movement of the unlocking structure 11.

[0347] When the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42, the second channel unit 4112 is opened. The second moving member 424 can also move towards the outside of the cartridge 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. Under the action of the second driving member 423, the second moving member 424 can also move towards the outside of the cartridge 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. The second channel unit 4112 in the open state is also connected to the inside of the developer container 1. The second channel unit 4112 in the open state is also connected to the inside of the cartridge 40.

[0348] When the unlocking structure 11 does not cause the second driving member 423 to rotate, the second channel unit 4112, which is in the open state, is closed. The second moving member 424 is able to move in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. Under the action of the second driving member 423, the second moving member 424 is able to move in the first direction Z toward the interior of the box 40. The second channel unit 4112, which is in the closed state, is separated from the interior of the box 40.

[0349] Under the action of the unlocking structure 11, the second driving member 423 drives the second moving member 424 to move between the second connected position and the second closed position. The second moving member 424 can move along the first direction Z. The second moving member 424 can move inward toward the interior of the box 40 along the first direction Z. The second moving member 424 can also move outward toward the exterior of the box 40 in the opposite direction of the first direction Z. The second moving member 424, located in the second closed position, can move to the second connected position in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the exterior of the box 40.

[0350] The second movable member 424, located in the second closed position, seals the other end of the second channel unit 4112. The second channel unit 4112 is separated from the interior of the cartridge 40. The second channel unit 4112 and the interior of the cartridge 40 are not in communication. The developer 2 in the second channel unit 4112 will not enter the interior of the cartridge 40 through the second movable member 424 located in the second closed position. Gas will not enter the interior of the developer container 1 through the second movable member 424 located in the second closed position.

[0351] The other end of the second channel unit 4112 is connected to both the interior and exterior of the cartridge 40 via the second moving member 424 located at the second communication position. Gas can enter the developer container 1 through the second channel unit 4112, thereby maintaining gas pressure balance and ensuring that the developer 2 can move into the cartridge 40.

[0352] Preferably, the second driving member 423 includes a third gear unit 4231, which is rotatable to drive the second moving member 424 to move. The axial direction of the third gear unit 4231 is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The axial direction of the third gear unit 4231 is parallel to the second direction Y.

[0353] The unlocking structure can drive the third gear unit 4231 to rotate. The way the unlocking structure drives the third gear unit 4231 is the same as the way the unlocking structure drives the third gear unit 4231 described above, and will not be repeated here. The third gear unit 4231 can rotate about the second direction Y. The rotation of the third gear unit 4231 drives the second moving member 424 to move. The rotation of the third gear unit 4231 can drive the second moving member 424 to move along the first direction Z.

[0354] The second moving member 424 includes a third rack unit 4241, which meshes with a third gear unit 4231. The third rack unit 4241 is movable along a first direction Z. Rotation of the third gear unit 4231 drives the third rack unit 4241 to move along the first direction Z. The third rack unit 4241 is movable towards the interior of the box 40 along the first direction Z. The third rack unit 4241 is also movable towards the exterior of the box 40 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z.

[0355] Of course, the second driving member 423 may also include other structures, such as linkage mechanisms, etc. The unlocking structure can make the second driving member 423 move, thereby driving the second moving member 424 to move. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0356] Furthermore, the second moving member 424 also includes a second moving unit 4242, which is connected to the third rack unit 4241 along the first direction Z. The second moving unit 4242 is closer to the interior of the box 40 along the first direction Z than the third rack unit 4241. The second moving unit 4242 is provided with a second opening 4242A. The second opening 4242A penetrates the second moving unit 4242. The second opening 4242A penetrates the second moving unit 4242 along a third direction X. The third direction X is perpendicular to the first direction Z. The third direction X is perpendicular to the second direction Y.

[0357] The second channel unit 4112 is connected to both the interior and exterior of the cartridge 40 via the second port 4242A located at the second communication position. Gas enters the second channel unit 4112 through the second port 4242A located at the second communication position, and then enters the developer container through the second channel unit 4112. This completes the gas flow.

[0358] The receiving structure 41 also includes a receiving cavity member 412, which opens towards the outside of the box 40 in the direction opposite to the first direction Z. The receiving cavity member 412 is used to accommodate the unlocking structure 11. The open opening of the receiving cavity member 412 allows the unlocking structure 11 to enter. The unlocking structure 11 can enter the receiving cavity member 412 of the receiving structure 41 in the first direction Z. The second moving member 424 and the receiving cavity member 412 are located on opposite sides of the second driving member 423.

[0359] A portion of the second driving member 423 is located within the receiving cavity member 412. After the unlocking structure 11 enters the receiving cavity member 412, it can apply a force to the second driving member 423. The unlocking structure 11 can contact the second driving member 423 located within the receiving cavity member 412. The unlocking structure 11 applies a force to the second driving member 423 located within the receiving cavity member 412, causing the second driving member 423 to rotate. In this way, the unlocking structure 11 can drive the second moving member 424 (e.g., the third rack unit 4241) to move by rotating the second driving member 423 (e.g., the third gear unit 4231).

[0360] To ensure pressure balance, the second channel unit 4112 protrudes from the first channel unit 4111 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. The second channel unit 4112 also protrudes from the first channel unit 4111 in the direction opposite to the first direction Z, towards the outside of the cartridge 40. One end of the second channel unit 4112 protrudes from one end of the first channel unit 4111 in the opposite direction to the first direction Z. This ensures pressure balance, allowing the developer 2 to be smoothly injected into the cartridge 40.

[0361] The box 40 also includes a receiving structure 49, which is connected to the housing structure 43. The housing structure 43 also includes a top wall 434, on which a receiving structure 41 is disposed. The receiving structure 49 is connected to the top wall 434. The receiving structure 49 protrudes from the top wall 434. The receiving structure 49 protrudes from the top wall 434 along a first direction Z. The receiving structure 49 is fitted onto the outside of the receiving structure 41. The receiving structure 49 is constructed as a generally cylindrical structure.

[0362] To facilitate the return of the sealing and locking structure 42, the housing 40 also includes a return structure 44 connected to the sealing and locking structure 42. Specifically, the return structure 44 can be configured as an elastic element. One end of the return structure 44 along the first direction Z abuts against the housing structure 43. Optionally, one end of the return structure 44 along the first direction Z abuts against the receiving structure 49. The other end of the return structure 44 along the first direction Z abuts against the sealing and locking structure 42. When the unlocking structure 11 no longer applies force to the sealing and locking structure 42, the return structure 44 applies an elastic force to the sealing and locking structure 42 to return it to its original position.

[0363] For example, when the unlocking structure 11 no longer applies force to the first gear unit 4211, the return structure 44 applies an elastic force to the second rack unit 4221, causing the second rack unit 4221 to return to the first closed position. When the unlocking structure 11 no longer applies force to the third gear unit 4231, the return structure 44 applies an elastic force to the third rack unit 4241, causing the third rack unit 4241 to return to the second closed position.

[0364] The housing structure 43 contains developer 2. To ensure the supply of developer 2 to the main unit of the image forming apparatus, a partition structure 45 is provided in the housing structure 43 to divide the interior of the housing structure 43. The interior of the housing structure 43 is divided by the partition structure 45 into a first chamber member 452 and a second chamber member 453, with the first chamber member 452 being closer to the receiving structure 41 along a first direction Z than the second chamber member 453. The second chamber member 453 is provided with a connection hole for connecting to the main unit of the image forming apparatus. The developer 2 in the second chamber member 453 can enter the main unit of the image forming apparatus through the connection hole.

[0365] A second sealing ring structure 47 is provided between the receiving structure 41 and the sealing and locking structure 42 to prevent developer 2 leakage. A third sealing ring structure 48 is provided between the sealing and locking structure 42 and the housing structure 43 to prevent developer 2 leakage. Preferably, the housing structure 43 further includes a receiving housing member 433, which is internally connected to the housing structure 43. The receiving housing member 433 is connected to the top wall 434 of the housing structure 43. The sealing and locking structure 42 is provided in the receiving housing member 433. The third sealing ring structure 48 is provided between the sealing and locking structure 42 and the receiving housing member 433.

[0366] The housing member 433 is also provided with a vent 433A, which penetrates the housing member 433. The vent 433A connects the interior and exterior of the box 40. Gas outside the box 40 enters the box 40 through the vent 433A. Specifically, gas outside the box 40 enters the housing member 433 through the vent 433A. The second channel unit 4112 is connected to the vent 433A through a second opening 4242A located at the second communication position. Gas outside the box 40 enters the second opening 4242A located at the second communication position through the vent 433A and moves to the second channel unit 4112 through the second opening 4242A. This maintains air pressure balance. The partition structure 45 is provided with a connecting port member 451. The connecting port member 451 penetrates the partition structure 45 along the thickness direction of the partition structure 45. The connecting port component 451 is used to connect the first chamber component 452 and the second chamber component 453. The connecting port component 451 can be opened.

[0367] The box 40 also includes a swing structure 46 located within the housing structure 43. Preferably, the swing structure 46 is located within the first chamber member 452. The swing structure 46 is movable relative to the housing structure 43 to open or close the communication port member 451.

[0368] When the swing structure 46 closes the communication port member 451, the first chamber member 452 and the second chamber member 453 are separated. The developer 2 in the first chamber member 452 will not enter the second chamber member 453 through the closed communication port member 451.

[0369] When the swing structure 46 opens the communication port member 451, the first chamber member 452 and the second chamber member 453 are connected. The first chamber member 452 and the second chamber member 453 are connected through the communication port member 451. The developer 2 in the first chamber member 452 can enter the second chamber member 453 through the opened communication port member 451. Thus, the developer 2 can be supplied to the image forming apparatus.

[0370] The swing structure 46 is movable between an open position and a closed position. The swing structure 46 is oscillating between the open and closed positions. In the open position, the swing structure 46 opens the communication port member 451. In the open position, the swing structure 46 is spaced apart from the communication port member 451. In the closed position, the swing structure 46 blocks the communication port member 451.

[0371] When the sealing and locking structure 42 releases the seal on the receiving structure 41, the swing structure 46, located in the open position, is spaced apart from the connecting port member 451 to open the connecting port member 451. When the sealing and locking structure 42 seals the receiving structure 41, the swing structure 46, located in the closed position, blocks the connecting port member 451.

[0372] Preferably, the sealing and locking structure 42 is movable along the first direction Z. The sealing and locking structure 42 is connected to the swing structure 46. The end of the sealing and locking structure 42 along the first direction Z is connected to the swing structure 46. The movement of the sealing and locking structure 42 along the first direction Z can drive the swing structure 46 to move.

[0373] The sealing and locking structure 42, located in the closed position, can move to the communicating position in the opposite direction of the first direction Z toward the outside of the cartridge 40, pulling the swing structure 46, located in the open position, to the closed position. The swing structure 46, located in the closed position, blocks the communicating port member 451. The developer 2 in the first chamber member 452 will not enter the second chamber member 453 through the closed communicating port member 451.

[0374] The sealing and locking structure 42, located in the connected position, can move to the closed position along the first direction Z toward the interior of the cartridge 40, pressing down the swing structure 46, located in the closed position, to move to the open position. The swing structure 46, located in the open position, is spaced apart from the connecting port member 451. The swing structure 46, located in the open position, opens the connecting port member 451. The developer 2 in the first chamber member 452 can enter the second chamber member 453 through the opened connecting port member 451. More specifically, the developer container 1 moves outward to separate from the receiving structure 41. The unlocking structure no longer applies force to the sealing and locking structure 42. The second rack unit 4221 and the third rack unit 4241 are pressed down, and the connecting unit 4612 of the swing structure 46 moves downward, causing the sealing unit 4611 of the swing structure 46 to move to the open position.

[0375] The oscillating structure 46 includes an oscillating member 461 and a pivoting member 462, with the oscillating member 461 rotating about the pivoting member 462. The pivoting member 462 is connected to the housing structure 43, and the oscillating member 461 is hinged to the pivoting member 462. The oscillating member 461 is constructed as a generally rod-shaped structure. The pivoting member 462 can be constructed as a pivot shaft. One end of the pivot shaft is connected to the housing structure 43. The other end of the pivot shaft is hinged to the oscillating member 461. The axial direction of the pivot shaft is parallel to the second direction Y. The oscillating member 461 is provided with a pivot hole, which is fitted onto the pivot shaft. The axial direction of the pivot hole is parallel to the second direction Y. The pivot hole is rotatable relative to the pivot shaft. The oscillating member 461 is oscillating relative to the pivot shaft. For easy return to its original position, the oscillating structure 46 is connected to the housing structure 43 via an oscillating elastic member 463. The oscillating elastic member 463 can elastically recover the oscillating member 461.

[0376] Further, the swing member 461 includes a blocking unit 4611 and a connecting unit 4612, with a pivoting member 462 located between the blocking unit 4611 and the connecting unit 4612. The blocking unit 4611 and the connecting unit 4612 are located at opposite ends of the swing member 461 along a third direction. The connecting unit 4612 is connected to the sealing locking structure 42. The connecting unit 4612 and the sealing locking structure 42 are connected together by a connector. The connecting unit 4612 and the sealing locking structure 42 are pivotally connected together. The connecting unit 4612 and the second moving unit 4242 are pivotally connected together. The sealing locking structure 42 moves to cause the pivoting member 462 to swing. The movement of the sealing locking structure 42 can cause the connecting unit 4612 to move, thereby causing the blocking unit 4611 to swing.

[0377] The sealing and locking structure 42 (e.g., the second moving unit 4242) moves in the opposite direction to the blocking unit 4611. When the sealing and locking structure 42 moves toward the partition structure 45, the blocking unit 4611 moves away from the partition structure 45. When the sealing and locking structure 42 moves away from the partition structure 45, the blocking unit 4611 moves toward the partition structure 45.

[0378] The sealing and locking structure 42 can move the sealing unit 4611 between an open position and a closed position. In the open position, the sealing unit 4611 opens the connecting member 451. The sealing unit 4611 in the open position is spaced apart from the connecting member 451. In the closed position, the sealing unit 4611 seals the connecting member 451. The sealing unit 4611 in the closed position is in close contact with the connecting member 451. The sealing unit 4611 is provided with a sealing cap. The sealing cap in the closed position can be in close contact with the connecting member 451.

[0379] To provide a clearer view of the interior of the housing 40, the housing 40 also includes a sealing film 432, which seals the housing structure 43. The sealing film 432 can be made of a transparent material. This allows the operator to observe the oscillation of the oscillating structure 46 through the sealing film 432.

[0380] To ensure a more secure connection between the injection structure and the housing 40, the housing structure 43 is further provided with a mating member 431, and the injection structure 12 is provided with a locking member 122. The locking member 122 and the mating member 431 engage with each other. Thus, the locking member 122 and the mating member 431 keep the injection structure 12 connected to the housing 40, preventing the injection structure 12 from detaching and separating from the housing 40. The receiving structure 49 is provided with the mating member 431. The outer surface of the receiving structure 49 is provided with the mating member 431.

[0381] One of the engaging member 122 and the mating member 431 is configured as a snap-fit, and the other as a slot. The snap-fit ​​and the slot are connected together. For example, the engaging member 122 is configured as a snap-fit, and the mating member 431 is configured as a slot. The snap-fit ​​protrudes outward from the surface of the injection structure 12. The slot is recessed inward from the outer surface of the receiving structure 49. The snap-fit ​​and the slot are engaged together. Of course, the engaging member 122 can also be configured as a slot, and the mating member 431 can be configured as a snap-fit; this embodiment is not limited to this. Thus, the injection structure 12 and the box 40 can be kept connected together, preventing the injection structure 12 from detaching and preventing the injection structure 12 from separating from the box 40.

[0382] Figures 1 to 7 illustrate the specific process of replenishing developer 2. Details are as follows:

[0383] First, insert the adapter 10, which has the unlocking structure 11 with the first rack unit 1112 (shown in FIG. 14), into the receiving structure 49 of the box 40. Then, align and press the engaging member 122 and the mating member 431 (shown in FIG. 22).

[0384] When the sealing locking structure 42 of cartridge 40 seals the receiving structure 41, the first opening 4222A, the second opening 4242A, and the vent 433A (shown in Figure 23) of cartridge 40 are sealed. As the developer container 1 is gradually pressed, the unlocking structure 11 releases the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 from the receiving structure 41. Referring to Figures 14 and 28, the third engagement region E3 engages with the first gear unit 4211. The fourth engagement region E4 engages with the third gear unit 4231. At this time, the first opening 4222A, the second opening 4242A, and the vent 433A of cartridge 40 gradually switch from a sealed state to an open state.

[0385] The engaging member 122 of the developer container 1 is engaged into the mating member 431 of the receiving structure 41, at which point the first port 4222A, the second port 4242A, and the vent 433A of the cartridge 40 are fully open. This allows for the smooth replenishment of developer 2.

[0386] When developer 2 is level with the other end of the second channel unit 4112, developer 2 is fully replenished, and developer container 1 stops replenishing.

[0387] After the developer 2 is filled, the developer container 1 is removed. The third engagement region E3 drives the first gear unit 4211 to rotate, and the second rack unit 4221 moves toward the interior of the cartridge 40. The fourth engagement region E4 drives the third gear unit 4231 to rotate, and the third rack unit 4241 moves toward the interior of the cartridge 40. The communication port member 451 (shown in Figure 22) opens. The cartridge 40 can then supply developer 2 to the image forming apparatus.

[0388] Remove the developer container 1.

[0389] This disclosure also provides an image forming apparatus, which includes at least one of the above-described cartridges 40.

[0390] According to the image forming apparatus of this disclosure, the image forming apparatus includes at least one of the aforementioned cartridges 40, the cartridge 40 including a receiving structure 41 and a sealing locking structure 42, the receiving structure 41 being open to the outside of the cartridge 40. Referring to FIG. 1, the receiving structure 41 is used to receive a connected developer container 1. The developer container 1 includes an adapter 10, the adapter 10 including an unlocking structure 11 extending into the receiving structure 41 along a first direction Z. The sealing locking structure 42 is used to seal the receiving structure 41. The sealing locking structure 42 engages with and is unlocked by the unlocking structure 11 of the adapter 10 to release the seal of the sealing locking structure 42 on the receiving structure 41.

[0391] The sealing and locking structure 42 can seal and lock the receiving structure 41 of the cartridge 40, preventing ink leakage and channel contamination during the installation of the developer container 1 into the cartridge 40. When the sealing and locking structure 42 seals the receiving structure 41, the developer 2 cannot enter the cartridge 40 through the receiving structure 41. When the sealing and locking structure 42 is released, the developer 2 can enter the cartridge 40 through the receiving structure 41. This ensures both safety and stability.

[0392] The developer container 1 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below. The adapter 10 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below. The unlocking structure 11 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below. The injection structure 12 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below. The cartridge 40 is the same as described above, and will not be described again below.

[0393] The cartridge 40 is capable of supplying developer to the image forming apparatus. The cartridge 40 supplies developer to the image forming apparatus through a connection hole. Specifically, the cartridge 40 is capable of supplying developer to the image forming apparatus.

[0394] The image forming apparatus includes multiple cartridges 40 arranged in a row. Optionally, the multiple cartridges 40 are arranged side by side. This facilitates installation into the image forming apparatus body and saves space. The developers in the multiple cartridges 40 are all different to provide different colors of developers to the image forming apparatus.

[0395] Unless otherwise defined, the technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains. The terminology used herein is for descriptive purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. Terms such as “part” or “component” appearing herein can refer to a single part or a combination of multiple parts. Terms such as “installation” or “installation” appearing herein can refer to one component being directly attached to another component or one component being attached to another component via an intermediary. A feature described in one embodiment herein may be applied, alone or in combination with other features, to another embodiment, unless that feature is not applicable in that other embodiment or is otherwise specified.

[0396] This disclosure has been described through the above embodiments; however, it should be understood that the above embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit this disclosure to the described embodiments. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will understand that this disclosure is not limited to the above embodiments, and many more variations and modifications can be made based on the teachings of this disclosure, all of which fall within the scope of protection claimed by this disclosure. The scope of protection of this disclosure is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An adapter, characterized in that, The adapter comprises: An unlocking structure for extending into a receiving structure of the cartridge in a first direction to release a seal of the cartridge.

2. The adapter of claim 1, wherein, The unlocking structure comprises an unlocking member for moving the seal to release or restore the seal of the receiving structure.

3. The adapter of claim 2, wherein, The unlocking member comprises an elastomer unit for applying a force to the seal to move the seal during movement in the first direction.

4. The adapter of claim 3, wherein, The elastomer unit comprises a first elastomer comprising a first force applying region for applying a force to the seal to move the seal during movement of the first elastomer in the first direction.

5. The adapter of claim 4, wherein, The first elastomer further comprises a second force applying region disposed opposite the first force applying region, and the first and second force applying regions apply forces to the seal to move the seal during movement of the first elastomer in the first direction.

6. The adapter of claim 4, wherein, The elastomer unit further comprises a second elastomer spaced apart from the first elastomer, and the second elastomer comprises a third force applying region disposed opposite the first force applying region, and the third force applying region applies a force to the seal to move the seal during movement of the second elastomer in the first direction.

7. The adapter of claim 2, wherein, The unlocking member comprises a first rack unit for engaging with and moving the seal during movement in the first direction.

8. The adapter of claim 7, wherein, The first rack unit comprises a first rack comprising a first engaging region for engaging with and moving the seal during movement of the first rack in the first direction.

9. The adapter of claim 8, wherein, The first rack further comprises a second engaging region disposed opposite the first engaging region, and the first and second engaging regions engage with and move the seal during movement of the first rack in the first direction.

10. The adapter of claim 8, wherein, The first rack unit further comprises a second rack spaced apart from the first rack, and the second rack comprises a third engaging region disposed opposite the first engaging region, and the third engaging region engages with and moves the seal during movement of the second rack in the first direction.

11. The adapter of claim 2, wherein, The unlocking member comprises a second gear unit or a gear set unit for engaging with and moving the seal during movement in the first direction.

12. The adapter of claim 11, wherein, The unlocking member comprises a second gear unit, the second gear unit comprises a first gear, the first gear is used for engaging with the sealing locking structure and driving the sealing locking structure to move during movement in the first direction.

13. The adapter of claim 12, wherein, The second gear unit further comprises a second gear, the second gear is arranged in a spaced manner with the first gear; the second gear is used for engaging with the sealing locking structure and driving the sealing locking structure to move during movement in the first direction; the engaging part of the first gear with the sealing locking structure is arranged in a spaced manner with the engaging part of the second gear with the sealing locking structure.

14. The adapter of claim 11, wherein, The unlocking member comprises a gear set unit, the gear set unit comprises a first gear set, the first gear set is used for engaging with the sealing locking structure and driving the sealing locking structure to move during movement in the first direction.

15. The adapter of claim 14, wherein, The gear set unit further comprises a second gear set, the second gear set is arranged in a spaced manner with the first gear set; the second gear set is used for engaging with the sealing locking structure and driving the sealing locking structure to move during movement in the first direction.

16. The adapter of claim 2, wherein, The unlocking member comprises at least two of the elastic body unit, the first rack unit, the second gear unit and the gear set unit; The elastic body unit is used for applying a force to the sealing locking structure to move the sealing locking structure during movement in the first direction; The first rack unit, the second gear unit and the gear set unit are respectively used for engaging with the sealing locking structure and driving the sealing locking structure to move during movement in the first direction.

17. The adapter of claim 2, wherein, The movement direction of the unlocking member is opposite to that of the sealing locking structure.

18. The adapter of claim 2, wherein, The length of the part of the unlocking member acting on the sealing locking structure is greater than or equal to the movement distance of the sealing locking structure.

19. The adapter of claim 7, wherein, In the radial direction of the developer container adapted with the adapter, the distance between the outer edge of the tooth of the first rack unit and the center axis of the developer container is M1; the sealing locking structure comprises a driving member, the driving member comprises a gear unit, the first rack unit is used for engaging with the gear unit and driving the gear unit to rotate during movement in the first direction; the distance between the addendum circle of the gear unit and the center axis of the developer container is M2, the distance between the center of the gear unit and the center axis of the developer container is M3, The relationship formula is satisfied: M1>M2, M1M3.

20. The adapter of claim 2, wherein, The unlocking structure comprises a communication member, the communication member penetrates through the unlocking structure along the first direction.

21. The adapter of claim 20, wherein, When the unlocking member releases the sealing of the receiving structure by the sealing locking structure, the channel member of the receiving structure is located in the communication member.

22. The adapter of any one of claims 1-21, wherein, The adapter further comprises: An injection structure, the injection structure is used for connecting the unlocking structure and the body of the developer container, and enabling the developer in the body of the developer container to pass through.

23. The adapter of claim 22, wherein, The injection structure includes a connecting member, which includes a first wall unit and a second wall unit. The first wall unit is used to connect the unlocking structure, and the second wall unit is used to connect the body of the developer container.

24. The adapter according to claim 23, characterized in that, The first wall unit is fixedly connected to the unlocking structure, or the first wall unit is detachably connected to the unlocking structure.

25. The adapter of claim 23, wherein, The injection structure further includes a locking member connected to the first wall unit, which is used to engage with the box.

26. The adapter of claim 25, wherein, The length of the engaging component is L1, and the length of the unlocking component of the unlocking structure is L2, satisfying the relationship: L1 < L2.

27. The adapter according to claim 23, characterized in that, The second wall unit is fixedly connected to the body of the developer container, or the second wall unit is detachably connected to the body of the developer container.

28. A developer container characterized by comprising: The developer container includes the developer container body and the adapter as described in any one of claims 22-27.

29. The developer container of claim 28, wherein, The body includes an opening structure, which is located in the injection structure and connected to the injection structure.

30. The developer container of claim 29, wherein, The developer container also includes a sealer, and the unlocking structure includes a connecting member, the sealer being located in the opening structure and used to seal the connecting member.

31. The developer container of claim 30, wherein, The sealer includes a sealing structure and a support structure, wherein the sealing structure is movably connected to the support structure along a first direction.

32. The developer container of claim 31, wherein, When the unlocking structure releases the seal of the sealing locking structure from the receiving structure, the sealing structure opens the opening structure, allowing the channel component of the receiving structure to communicate with the interior of the developer container.

33. The developer container of claim 31, wherein, The sealing structure is movable relative to the supporting structure between a sealed position and an open position. The sealing structure, located in the sealed position, closes the communicating member. The sealing structure, located in the open position, is spaced apart from the communicating member so that a portion of the receiving structure enters the opening structure.

34. The developer container of claim 31, wherein, The sealer also includes an elastic structure, with its two ends abutting against the support structure and the sealing structure, respectively, along the first direction.

35. The developer container of claim 34, wherein, The elastic structure is capable of elastic deformation along a first direction, and the sealing structure is movable relative to the supporting structure between a sealed position and an open position. The sealing structure located in the open position compresses the elastic structure. The elastic structure applies an elastic force to the sealing structure located in the open position to return it to the sealed position.

36. The developer container of claim 31, wherein, The support structure further includes a guide member, one end of the sealing structure closes the communicating member, and the other end of the sealing structure is located in the guide member.

37. A cartridge, characterized by, The box includes: A receiving structure, open to the outside of the cartridge, is used to receive a connected developer container, the developer container including an adapter, the adapter including an unlocking structure extending into the receiving structure along a first direction; A sealing and locking structure is provided for sealing the receiving structure, and the sealing and locking structure cooperates with and is unlocked by the unlocking structure of the adapter to release the sealing and locking structure from the receiving structure.

38. The cartridge of claim 37, wherein, The receiving structure includes a channel component, the channel component including a first channel unit, the first channel unit being open to the outside of the cartridge, the first channel unit being used to replenish developer; The sealing and locking structure seals the first channel unit, thereby separating the first channel unit from the interior of the box. The sealing and locking structure releases the seal on the first channel unit, allowing the first channel unit to communicate with the interior of the box.

39. The cartridge of claim 38, wherein, The sealing and locking structure includes a first driving member and a first moving member. Under the action of the unlocking structure, the first driving member drives the first moving member to move between a first connected position and a first closed position.

40. The box according to claim 39, characterized in that, The first movable component, located in the first closed position, seals the first channel unit. The first channel unit is connected to the interior of the box via the first movable member located at the first communication position.

41. The cartridge of claim 39, wherein, The first driving component includes a first gear unit, and the rotation of the first gear unit can drive the first moving component to move along a first direction.

42. The cartridge of claim 41, wherein, The first moving component includes a second rack unit, which meshes with the first gear unit. Rotation of the first gear unit can drive the second rack unit to move along a first direction.

43. The cartridge of claim 42, wherein, The first moving component further includes a first moving unit, which is connected to the second rack unit along a first direction. The first moving unit is provided with a first opening that penetrates through the first moving unit. The first channel unit communicates with the interior of the box through the first opening located at the first communication position.

44. The cartridge of claim 39, wherein, The receiving structure includes a receiving cavity component, with the first moving component and the receiving cavity component located on opposite sides of the first driving component, and the receiving cavity component being used to accommodate the unlocking structure.

45. The cartridge of claim 38, wherein, The channel component further includes a second channel unit, one end of which is open to the outside of the box, and the second channel unit is used for ventilation; The sealing and locking structure seals the other end of the second channel unit, thereby separating the other end of the second channel unit from the interior of the box. The sealing and locking structure releases the seal on the other end of the second channel unit, so that the other end of the second channel unit is in communication with both the inside and outside of the box.

46. The cartridge of claim 45, wherein, The sealing and locking structure includes a second driving member and a second moving member. Under the action of the unlocking structure, the second driving member drives the second moving member to move between a second connected position and a second closed position.

47. The box according to claim 46, characterized in that, The second movable member, located in the second closed position, seals the other end of the second channel unit. The other end of the second channel unit is connected to both the inside and outside of the box via the second movable member located at the second communication position.

48. The cartridge of claim 46, wherein, The second driving component includes a third gear unit, the rotation of which can drive the second moving component to move along a first direction.

49. The cartridge of claim 48, wherein, The second moving component includes a third rack unit, which meshes with the third gear unit. The rotation of the third gear unit can drive the third rack unit to move along a first direction.

50. The cartridge of claim 49, wherein, The second moving component further includes a second moving unit, which is connected to the third rack unit along a first direction. The second moving unit is provided with a second opening that penetrates through the second moving unit. The second channel unit is connected to both the inside and outside of the box through the second opening located at the second communication position.

51. The cartridge of claim 46, wherein, The receiving structure includes a receiving cavity component, with the second moving component and the receiving cavity component located on opposite sides of the second driving component, and the receiving cavity component being used to accommodate the unlocking structure.

52. The cartridge of claim 45, wherein, The second channel unit protrudes from the first channel unit in the opposite direction to the first direction.

53. The cartridge of claim 37, wherein, The box also includes a shell structure and a return structure, wherein the two ends of the return structure along the first direction abut against the shell structure and the sealing and locking structure, respectively.

54. The cartridge of any of claims 37-53, wherein, The box also includes a shell structure, in which a partition structure is provided to divide the interior of the shell structure, and the partition structure is provided with a communication port component.

55. The cartridge of claim 54, wherein, The box also includes a swing structure located within the housing structure and movable relative to the housing structure to open or close the communication port component.

56. The cartridge of claim 55, wherein, The swing structure can move between an open position and a closed position. The swing structure in the open position opens the communication port component. The swing structure, located in the closed position, blocks the communication port component.

57. The box according to claim 56, characterized in that, When the sealing locking structure releases its seal on the receiving structure, the swing structure in the open position is spaced apart from the communication port member, thereby opening the communication port member. When the sealing and locking structure seals the receiving structure, the swing structure in the closed position blocks the communication port component.

58. The cartridge of claim 55, wherein, The swing structure includes a swing member and a pivot member, the pivot member being connected to the housing structure, and the swing member being hinged to the pivot member.

59. The cartridge of claim 58, wherein, The swinging component includes a blocking unit and a connecting unit. The pivoting component is located between the blocking unit and the connecting unit. The connecting unit is connected to the sealing and locking structure. The sealing and locking structure moves to drive the blocking unit to swing.

60. The cartridge of claim 54, wherein, The shell structure also includes a mating component, and the injection structure is provided with a locking component, which engages with the mating component.

61. An image forming apparatus, characterized by comprising: The image forming apparatus includes at least one cartridge as described in any one of claims 37-60.

62. The image forming apparatus of claim 61, wherein The image forming apparatus includes a plurality of boxes arranged in a row.

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