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Thermal transfer ink

US5376433A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMar 31, 1993
Grant dateDec 27, 1994
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Expiry dateMar 31, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31663
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a thermal transfer printing medium which provides high-quality images superior in heat resistance and rub resistance owing to a thermal transfer ink of specific composition which permits the fusible ink layer to cut sharp for transfer. The fusible ink layer is formed from a thermal transfer ink composed of a colorant, thermoplastic resin, and particulate fluorocarbon resin or silicone resin in an amount of 10-70 wt %.

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