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Polymeric matrix for thermal transfer recording

US5242888A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 24, 1991
Grant dateSep 7, 1993
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Expiry dateJul 24, 2011

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31855
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A receptor sheet for use in thermal transfer recording is provided comprised of a polymeric matrix which contains at least one hard polymeric element with a softening temperature higher than that of the ink donor layer and at least one soft polymeric element with a softening temperature lower than that of the ink donor layer.

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