18661812. FIXING UNIT simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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FIXING UNIT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Tatsuo Yasui of Saitama-shi (JP)
Junichi Moteki of Abiko-shi (JP)
Akiyoshi Shinagawa of Kasukabe-shi (JP)
Takuma Tadomi of Toride-shi (JP)
Ikuo Nakamoto of Matsudo-shi (JP)
Toru Katsumi of Toride-shi (JP)
Takahiro Ohnishi of Kashiwa-shi (JP)
FIXING UNIT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18661812 titled 'FIXING UNIT
The patent application describes a fixing unit with an endless belt, a heating unit, a pressure rotary member, a pad, a sliding sheet, a plate-like member, and fixing tools.
- The fixing unit includes components such as an endless belt, a heating unit, a pressure rotary member, a pad, a sliding sheet, a plate-like member, and fixing tools.
- The sliding sheet is fixed between the plate-like member and the pad, with a width wider than the fixing nip portion and narrower than the plate-like member.
- Fixing tools are used to fix the plate-like member at multiple positions along its longitudinal direction.
- The sliding sheet slides against the belt to aid in the fixing process.
- The pressure rotary member forms a fixing nip portion that nips and conveys a recording material with the belt.
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in printing and copying machines, where fixing units are essential for processing documents and images.
Problems Solved: The fixing unit addresses the need for efficient fixing of toner or ink on recording materials, ensuring high-quality prints.
Benefits: - Improved fixing process for better print quality. - Enhanced durability and longevity of the fixing unit components. - Consistent performance in printing and copying applications.
Commercial Applications: This technology can be utilized in commercial printing services, office equipment manufacturing, and document management solutions.
Questions about Fixing Unit: 1. How does the sliding sheet contribute to the fixing process?
The sliding sheet helps in maintaining smooth movement of the belt and aids in fixing toner or ink on recording materials effectively.
2. What are the key advantages of using fixing tools to secure the plate-like member?
Fixing tools allow for precise positioning of the plate-like member, ensuring stability and optimal performance of the fixing unit.
Original Abstract Submitted
A fixing unit includes an endless belt, a heating unit configured to heat the belt, a pressure rotary member configured to form a fixing nip portion that nips and conveys a recording material with the belt, a pad configured to press the belt toward the pressure rotary member, a sliding sheet provided on the pad and configured to slide against the belt, a plate-like member configured to fix the sliding sheet to the pad, the sliding sheet being fixed in a manner sandwiched between the plate-like member and the pad, and fixing tools configured to fix the plate-like member at a plurality of positions along a longitudinal direction of the plate-like member. A width of the sliding sheet is wider than a width of the fixing nip portion and narrower than a width of the plate-like member in the longitudinal direction.
