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Methods of manufacturing one or more sliders, and related sliders

US11094340B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 22, 2020
Grant dateAug 17, 2021
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Expiry dateSep 22, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/4826
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present disclosure includes methods of using a sacrificial, protective head overcoat during the manufacture of sliders. In some embodiments, the final trailing edge topography of the transducer devices is formed before applying the sacrificial, protective head overcoat. In some embodiments, the final trailing edge topography of the transducer devices is formed after removing the sacrificial, protective head overcoat.

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