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Subbing layer for dye-donor element used in thermal dye transfer

US5082822A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 1990
Grant dateJan 21, 1992
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31786
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Dye-donor element for use in thermal dye sublimation transfer methods, said element comprising a polyethylene terephthalate support having thereon in the order given a subbing layer and a dye/binder layer comprising a dye dispersed in a binder, wherein said subbing layer comprises at least one aromatic polyol as swelling agent for polyethylene terephthalate and a binder that is soluble in organic solvents.

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