Chapter 2
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Step 5: Secondary transfer
The toner image on the ITB is transferred to the print media. The DC positive bias is applied to the secondary transfer roller. As the media passes between the
secondary transfer roller and the ITB, the toner image is transferred to the media.
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Step 6: Separation
The elasticity of the print media and the curvature of the ITB drive roller cause the media to separate from the ITB.
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2.4.1.6 Fixing block
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The toner image is fixed onto the print media.
Step 7: Fixing
The printer uses an on-demand fixing method to fix the toner image onto the media. The toner image is permanently affixed to the print media by the heat and
pressure.
ITB
Primary transfer pad
Photosensitive
drum
DC bias
ITB
Secondary
transfer external roller
Media
ITB drive roller
DC bias
Static charge eliminator
ITB
ITB drive roller
Secondary
transfer external roller
Media
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