Abstract: An improved zero draft cylindrical noise attenuator for electrostatographic printers made of structural foam and having a cylindrical sidewall thicker than 4 mm throughout at least most of its circumference and a gap along the length of its long dimension. The improved attenuator more effectively dampens vibration and is less costly to make.

Abstract: An improved process for injection molding of components having zero draft sides comprising: making a mold having a zero draft cavity and an end-cap to seal the mold; injecting suitable resin material into the mold; foaming the resin material; separating the end-cap section from the cavity section of the mold; and removing the part from the mold. In particular, the zero draft process is intended for manufacture of an improved zero draft cylindrical noise attenuator for electrostatographic printers, said attenuator having a cylindrical sidewall thicker than 4 mm throughout at least most of its circumference; and a gap along the length of its long dimension.

Abstract: An improved process for injection molding of components having zero draft sides comprising: making a mold having a zero draft cavity and an end-cap to seal the mold; injecting suitable resin material into the mold; foaming the resin material; separating the end-cap section from the cavity section of the mold; and removing the part from the mold. In particular, the zero draft process is intended for manufacture of an improved zero draft cylindrical noise attenuator for electrostatographic printers, said attenuator having a cylindrical sidewall thicker than 4 mm throughout at least most of its circumference; and a gap along the length of its long dimension.

Abstract: An improved process for injection molding of components having zero draft sides comprising: making a mold having a zero draft cavity and an end-cap to seal the mold; injecting suitable resin material into the mold; foaming the resin material; separating the end-cap section from the cavity section of the mold; and removing the part from the mold. In particular, the zero draft process is intended for manufacture of an improved zero draft cylindrical noise attenuator for electrostatographic printers, said attenuator having a cylindrical sidewall thicker than 4 mm throughout at least most of its circumference; and a gap along the length of its long dimension.

Abstract: A method for making a developer roll sleeve in which a core substrate roll is spray coated with a conductive composition including a host resin composition and a wear-resistance imparting additive. Preferably, the host resin composition includes a phenolic thermosetting resin and a conductivity additive such as a carbon black, graphite and the like. Further, the wear resistance imparting additive is preferably selected from the group consisting of a polytetrafluoroethylene resin (e.g., Teflon), graphite, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene having a molecular weight from about 3,000 to about 4,500 grams, molybedenum disulfide, silicone and mixtures thereof. The wear resistance imparting additive is preferably provided in an amount sufficient to obtain a thickness wear rate of less than about 0.00047 percent per printing cycle.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a magnetic roll for use in an electrophotographic printing machine of the type having an electrostatic latent image recorded on a photoconductive member is provided. The method includes the steps of placing a shaft in a mold cavity and molding a core in the mold cavity with the shaft in the cavity. The core defines a pocket on the periphery of the core. The method further includes the step of attaching a magnet to the pocket.

Abstract: A developer roll sleeve and method for making the same is disclosed. In a preferred embodiment, a core substrate roll is spray coated with a conductive composition comprising a host resin composition and a wear-resistance imparting additive. Preferably, the host resin composition comprises a phenolic thermosetting resin and a conductivity additive such as carbon black, graphite and the like. Further, the wear resistance imparting additive is preferably selected from the group consisting of a polytetrafluoroethylene resin (e.g., Teflon), graphite, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene having a molecular weight from about 3,000 to about 4,500 grams, molybdenum, molybdenum disulfide, silicone and mixtures thereof. The wear resistance imparting additive is preferably provided in an amount sufficient to obtain a thickness wear rate of less than about 0.00047 percent per printing cycle.

Abstract: A non-leaking and easily remanufactured toner cartridge is provided and includes a cartridge housing defining a first housing portion having a sump for storing toner, and a second housing portion containing development components. The first housing portion and the second housing portion each have mateable rims. The non-leaking and easily remanufactured toner cartridge also includes an externally identifiable ultrasonically meltable adhesive layer interleaved between the mateable rims of the first housing portion and the second housing portion, and an ultrasonic weld, formed by ultrasonically welding only the ultrasonically meltable adhesive layer, for bonding the mateable rims of the first housing portion and the second housing portion, thereby resulting in a non-leaking and easily remanufactured toner cartridge.

Abstract: A developer roll sleeve and method for making the same is disclosed. In a preferred embodiment, a core substrate roll is spray coated with a conductive composition including a host resin composition and a wear-resistance imparting additive. Preferably, the host resin composition includes a phenolic thermosetting resin and a conductivity additive such as carbon black, graphite and the like. Further, the wear resistance imparting additive is preferably selected from the group consisting of a polytetrafluoroethylene resin (e.g., Teflon), graphite, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene having a molecular weight from about 3,000 to about 4,500 grams, molybdenum, molybdenum disulfide, silicone and mixtures thereof. The wear resistance imparting additive is preferably provided in an amount sufficient to obtain a thickness wear rate of less than about 0.00047 percent per printing cycle.

Abstract: A development roller for use in a machine in which marking particles are advanced toward a latent image to form a developed image is provided. The development roller includes a conductive body. The conductive body includes a central portion, a peripheral portion spaced from the central portion, and a support structure interconnecting the peripheral portion to the central portion. The development roller also includes a semiconductive material applied to an outer periphery of the conductive body.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a magnetic roll for use in an electrophotographic printing machine of the type having an electrostatic latent image recorded on a photoconductive member is provided. The method includes the steps of placing a shaft in a mold cavity and molding a core in the mold cavity with the shaft in the cavity. The core defines a pocket on the periphery of the core. The method further includes the step of attaching a magnet to the pocket.

Abstract: A charging roller for use in a machine in which an electrical bias is applied to a surface of a member is provided. The charging roller includes a shaft, a foam material surrounding at least a portion of the shaft, and a thermoplastic material. The thermoplastic material surrounds at least a portion of the foam material. The foam material is adapted to provide for greater compliance to prevent vibration of the roller against the surface.

Abstract: A developer roll for use in an electrophotographic printing machine of the type having an electrostatic latent image recorded on a photoconductive member in which a magnetic field attracts magnetic particles to form a magnetic brush on the periphery of a developer roll assembly. The developer roll assembly includes a sleeve and the developer roll. The developer roll is located at least partially within the sleeve. The developer roll includes a core having a core feature and a magnetic member having a member feature. The core feature and the member feature cooperate with each other so that the member and the core are mechanically interlocked with each other.

Abstract: A developer roll for use in an electrophotographic printing machine of the type having an electrostatic latent image recorded on a photoconductive member in which a voltage differential is applied between the roll and a region adjacent the roll is provided. The developer roll includes a wound roll of media and a layer of resin. The wound roll is formed from a sheet of the media. The layer of resin is applied to the periphery of the wound roll. The layer of resin and the roll of media are selected of materials to obtain a decay rate relating to the electrical response of the layer of resin to the applied voltage differential.

Abstract: A corona generator including a support structure and an electrode mounted on the support structure is provided. The corona generator also includes an ozone neutralizing element removably mounted on the support structure proximate to the electrode. The ozone neutralizing element has various substrates and types for removably mounting the element.

Abstract: A device for charging a member. The device includes a roller contactable with the member to charge the member. The roller includes an elongated cylinder defining a central cavity in the elongated cylinder. The cylinder is flexible in a radial direction toward the central cavity. The device also includes an electrical biaser for electrically biasing the roller.

Abstract: A fusing apparatus including a heater roll disposed transverse the direction of movement of the support material, the heater roll being stiff in the longitudinal direction and conforming in the hoop direction, a core supporting the heater roll, the heater roll being disposed about the circumference of the core, the core being conforming in the hoop direction, and a back up role disposed transverse the direction of movement of the support material, the back up role being stiff in the longitudinal direction and conforming in the hoop direction, the engagement of the heater role and the back up role defining an elongated, essentially flat nip.

Abstract: An improved document scanning system is realized by using low mass mirrors as optical components. The mirrors consist of a pair of metal structures in honeycomb form sandwiched between a pair of glass skins. The mirrors have a greatly improved stiffness-to-mass ratio compared to conventional mirrors and provide relatively low mass in scan drive components, as well as improved system performance.