18055526. ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC MEMBER AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE, AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC MEMBER AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE, AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Masashi Uno of Shizuoka (JP)

Ryo Sugiyama of Shizuoka (JP)

Kenta Matsunaga of Shizuoka (JP)

Akio Nishi of Tokyo (JP)

ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC MEMBER AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE, AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18055526 titled 'ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC MEMBER AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE MEMBER, PROCESS CARTRIDGE, AND ELECTROPHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE FORMING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an electrophotographic member, which is a component used in electrophotographic printing technology. The member includes a substrate with electroconductivity and a monolayer surface layer formed on the substrate.

  • The surface layer consists of a matrix that contains a crosslinked resin as a binder.
  • The surface layer also holds at least one particle that contains an inorganic layered compound with ion exchange capacity.
  • The inorganic layered compound particles are partially exposed from the outer surface of the surface layer.
  • The elastic modulus of the matrix, measured in a specific region of the surface layer, is 200 MPa or more.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Electrophotographic printing: The electrophotographic member can be used in printers and copiers that utilize electrophotographic technology.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Enhanced durability: The inclusion of inorganic layered compound particles in the surface layer improves the durability of the electrophotographic member.
  • Improved image quality: The monolayer surface layer provides a smooth and uniform surface, resulting in better image quality during printing.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Increased lifespan: The improved durability of the electrophotographic member extends its lifespan, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
  • Consistent print quality: The smooth and uniform surface of the monolayer surface layer ensures consistent and high-quality prints.


Original Abstract Submitted

Provided is an electrophotographic member including: a substrate having electroconductivity; and a monolayer surface layer formed on the substrate. The surface layer has a matrix containing a crosslinked resin as a binder, and holds at least one particle containing an inorganic layered compound having an ion exchange capacity so that at least a part of the at least one particle is exposed from an outer surface of the surface layer. An elastic modulus of the matrix, measured in a region of a section in a thickness direction of the surface layer from the outer surface of the surface layer to a depth of 0.1 μm, is 200 MPa or more.

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