Fuser and intermediate transfer drums

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2006-08-15

2006-08-15

Ngo, Hoang (Department: 2852)

Electrophotography

Image formation

Fixing

C399S302000, C399S308000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07092667

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for transferring visible images from a first surface to a second surface and/or for fusing or fixing a visible image to a substrate, comprising: a cylindrical member secured between two round end plates to form a cylindrical structure; a volatile liquid incorporated within the cylindrical structure in a cavity, at least one wall of which is thermally connected to the cylindrical member; and a heater that heats the liquid to an operating temperature, wherein the amount of the volatile liquid is such that all of the volatile liquid would be evaporated at a temperature that is less than about 20° C. above the operating temperature.

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