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Apparatus and method for forming an overcoat

US12198741B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 16, 2021
Grant dateJan 14, 2025
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Expiry dateNov 18, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01J2237/332
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus and method for forming a magnetic recording medium having a recording layer with a plurality of perpendicular magnetic domains configured to store data; and a carbon overcoat formed on the recording layer. The carbon overcoat is characterized by a sp3 carbon content greater than 70%, and a thickness of less than 1.2 nm.

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