Patent classifications
G03G2215/0838
Developing device and image forming apparatus
A developing device includes a development container, a first conveyance member, a second conveyance member, and a developer carrier. The second conveyance member includes a regulation blade that is formed downstream of a second conveyance blade with respect to a second direction which is a conveyance direction of the developer, and that conveys the developer in a direction opposite to the second conveyance blade. A developer replenishment port is formed in an upper surface of the development container, and at least part of an opening length thereof in the second direction is included in a regulation area which is an area inside a second conveyance chamber where the regulation blade is disposed. At least part of the developer replenished through the developer replenishment port falls into both a first conveyance chamber and the regulation area.