Patent ID: 7160168
Filing Date: 2007-01-09
Classification: H01J,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method of manufacturing an image forming apparatus having an envelope made of members inclusive of a first substrate and a second substrate disposed at a space being set therebetween, image forming means and spacers disposed in the envelope, the spacers maintaining the space and each having a conductive film at an abutting portion upon the first or second substrate, the method comprising the steps of: cutting a first spacer base member to form a second spacer base member; immersing a non-cut end portion of the second spacer base member into solution containing conductive substances to transfer the solution to the non-cut end portion of the second spacer base member; heating the conductive substances to form the conductive film; and abutting the non-cut end portion of the second spacer base member formed with the conductive film upon the first or second substrate.