Patent · US Expired

Self centering buff pad with low temperature tuft bonding thermoplastic adhesive

US5001804A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 13, 1989
Grant dateMar 26, 1991
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Expiry dateNov 13, 2009

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/23993
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A buff adapted for self centering engagement with a backup pad comprising a circular body with a first fastener portion on its face surface. The buff includes a stiff flexible backing having a generally planar circular central portion and an annular flange only slightly larger than the diameter of the backup pad projecting from one side surface of its central portion, a second fastener portion fixed on the side surface of its central portion and adapted for engagement with the fastener portion on the backup pad, and a multiplicity of projecting tufts having central portions adhered in the backing by a thermoplastic adhesive that melts and adheres at a temperature under 100.degree. C.

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