OPC Drum — The OPC drum carries the latent image before toner transfer. Regular repeating marks on the page are a drum surface fault — the repeat distance identifies it.
This cleaning blade wipes residual toner from the OPC drum surface. It prevents background marks and streaks on copies. High-precision polyurethane edge for a clean wipe. Designed for Sharp AR-series digital copiers.
For Sharp AR-2048S OPC Drum Cleaning Blade fits Sharp AR-2048S, 2348S, 2348SV, 2048D and 2 more listed below. Not suitable for: Machines where the fault originates in the developer or the transfer path. Match the part number to your machine before ordering.
Updated: 2026-09-26 · Technical review for opc drums
| Parameter | Value | Condition / method |
|---|---|---|
| Core | Aluminium, OE-matched diameter | Vernier caliper |
| Coating | Organic photoconductor (OPC) | Material spec sheet |
| Surface | Free of scratches and pinholes | Visual inspection under light |
| Shelf life | Store sealed, away from light | Light exposure degrades the coating |
| Compliance | RoHS / REACH | Supplier declaration per batch |
| Printer model | Status |
|---|---|
| Sharp AR-2048S | Verified fitment |
| 2348S | Verified fitment |
| 2348SV | Verified fitment |
| 2048D | Verified fitment |
| 2348D | Verified fitment |
| 2048N | Verified fitment |
If your machine is not listed, send us the model and a photo of the original part — parts that look alike within the same family are frequently not interchangeable.
| Symptom | Mechanism |
|---|---|
| Repeating marks at drum circumference intervals | Coating is damaged at that point |
| Background grey shading across the page | Coating is worn or light-fatigued |
| Vertical black lines | Surface is scratched |
| Light or faint print | Drum sensitivity has dropped |
Do not touch the coating with bare fingers and do not leave it exposed to room light — both leave permanent marks. Keep it in the sealed bag until the moment of fitting.
Q: Bare drum or complete drum unit?
A: Both are stocked. A bare drum is cheaper but needs a clean bench and care with the coating; a unit is faster to fit.
Q: What is the MOQ?
A: 200 pcs per part number.
Q: How is it packed?
A: Light-proof sealed bag inside an export carton.
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Measure the repeat distance of the defect and compare it with the drum circumference. A defect repeating at drum circumference is on the drum. Streaking that varies with toner load points to the blade or the developer instead.
Check for light exposure and fingerprints first — both ruin a coating immediately. If the drum was stored outside its sealed bag under room light, it may already be degraded before fitting.
Yes. We ship by sea, air and express to North America, Europe, South America, the Middle East and South-East Asia, and we handle export documentation. Send the destination port or airport and the quantity, and we will quote FOB, CIF or DDP as you prefer.
Parts are warranted against manufacturing defects and are bench-tested on the host machine type before packing. Fitment-related claims need the part reported before installation. Send us the part number and quantity and we will state the exact term for that item in writing.
Stock items ship in 15–30 days; new tooling takes 30–45 days. We ship by sea, air and express under FOB, CIF or DDP Incoterms, and payment is T/T or L/C at sight. Give us the destination port and quantity for a firm schedule.
Yes. Custom logo, printed polybag, blister or retail box are all available, and we can tool new compounds or geometries from a drawing or sample. Minimum quantities for custom work are higher than for stock parts — send the specification and we will quote both.
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