Xerographic fusing apparatus with input sheet guide

The present invention relates to a fusing apparatus, such as used in electrostatographic printing. In a fusing apparatus, such as used in xerography, two rolls form a nip therebetween. A guide member is positionable to direct a sheet approaching the nip to enter the nip at an angle so that an arc or...

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Main Authors Pitts, Ian, Spencer, Stan Alan
Format Patent
LanguageEnglish
Published 09.12.2003
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Summary:The present invention relates to a fusing apparatus, such as used in electrostatographic printing. In a fusing apparatus, such as used in xerography, two rolls form a nip therebetween. A guide member is positionable to direct a sheet approaching the nip to enter the nip at an angle so that an arc or buckle is created in the sheet between a marking station and the nip. The arc or buckle is helpful in avoiding the transfer of mechanical energy from the fusing apparatus to the marking station. As the trailing edge of the sheet exits the marking station, the guide member is positioned to straighten the sheet.