Fixing device and image forming apparatus

Details Fixing device and image forming apparatus Fixing device and image forming apparatus

2011-01-11

2011-01-11

Gray, David M (Department: 2852)

Electrophotography

Image formation

Fixing

C399S333000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07869753

ABSTRACT:
A fixing device includes a flexible endless fixing member that travels in a prescribed direction and applies heat and melts a toner image, a pressure applying member that pressure contacts the fixing member and forms a nip for conveying a recording medium, and a resistance heat element secured inside an inner circumferential surface of the fixing member, which applies heat to the fixing member. The resistance heat element is arranged not to pressure contact the inner circumferential surface of the fixing member.

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