Electrophotographic image forming apparatus with electroconductive developer regulating section

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PATENT NO 8913924
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13666146

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An image forming apparatus of the present invention includes: a developing section which includes a developer bearing member which bears toner to be supplied to an image bearing member on which an electrostatic latent image is formed; and a developer regulating section which regulates a layer thickness of the toner borne by the developer bearing member, the developer regulating section being electrically connected to the charger case, the developer regulating section being at least partially electroconductive.

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SHARP KABUSHIKI KAISHA1 TAKUMI-CHO SAKAI-KU SAKAI CITY OSAKA 5908522 ?5908522

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Aimoto, Toyoka Osaka, JP 22 205

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