Method for lubricating imaging member by applying lubricant-containing capsules via a non-contact applicator

摘要

Methods for lubricating an imaging member include applying lubricant-containing capsules to the surface of the imaging member via a non-contact applicator. The capsules are applied upstream of a cleaning blade after image transfer to another substrate, such that the cleaning blade ruptures the capsules, thereby releasing the lubricant contained therein.

主权项

1. A method for lubricating an imaging member, comprising:
transferring capsules onto a surface of the imaging member via a non-contact applicator, the capsules having a core-shell structure, the shell comprising an encapsulant and the core comprising a lubricant; and breaking the capsules to release the lubricant and lubricate the surface of the imaging member.