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Transfer roller
Assignee: Xerox Corp
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Filing: 1972-08-09
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Granted: 1974-03-05
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Expires: 1992-08-09
Abstract
Abstract A transfer roller for a transfer roller assembly to be included within an electrostatographic machine wherein the transfer roller is texturized by providing a plurality of grooves and ridges having a vertical distance therebetween of from about 0.003 to 0.008 inches. The roller may include a coating of a high gloss durable material.
Inventors
- 👤 R Michatek
- 👤 D Hoffman
- 👤 T Meagher
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 01:18
CPC Classifications
G; G03; G03G; G03G15/00; G03G15/14; G03G15/16; G03G15/1665; G03G15/167; G03G15/1685
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
98 words
In a reproduction machine including means for providing a developed, electrostatic image on a member and means for passing sheets of support material seriatim into contact with said member for transfer of the developed image from said member to the support material, the improvement comprising; a transfer roller mounted for rotation in contact with said member for passage of the support material therebetween to transfer the developed image from said member to the support material, said transfer roller being provided with a plurality of grooves and ridges having a vertical distance therebetween of from 0.003 to 0.008 inches.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
98 words
In a reproduction machine including means for providing a developed, electrostatic image on a member and means for passing sheets of support material seriatim into contact with said member for transfer of the developed image from said member to the support material, the improvement comprising; a transfer roller mounted for rotation in contact with said member for passage of the support material therebetween to transfer the developed image from said member to the support material, said transfer roller being provided with a plurality of grooves and ridges having a vertical distance therebetween of from 0.003 to 0.008 inches.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A reproduction machine according to claim 1 wherein said transfer roller includes a coating of a high gloss durable material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
81 words
A reproduction machine comprising; a member, means for forming a developed electrostatic image on said member, transfer means adapted for contact with said member, means for feeding sheets of support material between said meMber and said transfer means for transferring the developed electrostatic image from said member to the support material, the surface of said transfer means having a plurality of grooves and ridges formed therein, said grooves and ridges having a vertical distance therebetween of from 0.003 to 0.008 inches.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
81 words
A reproduction machine comprising; a member, means for forming a developed electrostatic image on said member, transfer means adapted for contact with said member, means for feeding sheets of support material between said meMber and said transfer means for transferring the developed electrostatic image from said member to the support material, the surface of said transfer means having a plurality of grooves and ridges formed therein, said grooves and ridges having a vertical distance therebetween of from 0.003 to 0.008 inches.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-03-04 | 1977-09-03 | 1978-03-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-03-04 | 1981-09-03 | 1982-03-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-03-04 | 1985-09-03 | 1986-03-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |