Image carrier unit and image forming apparatus

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2006-01-31

2006-01-31

Chen, Sophia S. (Department: 2852)

Electrophotography

Having particular structure

Modular or displaceable

C399S102000, C399S111000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06993267

ABSTRACT:
An image carrier unit, including a housing, an image carrier, and an opening configured to expose a portion of the image carrier. A seal member is configured to removably cover the opening of the housing, the seal member being made of a softer material than a material of the image carrier.

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