Image forming apparatus

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2006-05-23

2006-05-23

Lee, Susan (Department: 2852)

Electrophotography

Image formation

Development

Reexamination Certificate

active

07050744

ABSTRACT:
An image forming apparatus includes a developing device for developing an electrostatic image formed on an image bearing member with a magnetic developer; a supply tube for supplying the magnetic developer into the developing device; a feeding screw for feeding the magnetic developer in the supply tube; and a magnetic member for confining the magnetic developer in a clearance between the supply tube and the feeding screw, wherein the magnetic member is extended along an outer configuration of the feeding screw.

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