Floating coating die mounting system
US6231671A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 4, 1998 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB05C5/0254
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An adjustable mounting system for premetered contact coating dies includes a base and a die-receiving portion movably connected to the base. During coating, the die can float a distance from the surface being coated based on the balance of forces between the die and the coated surface. This creates a variable separation gap and allows automatic self-compensating for variations in web or fluid properties. This, in turn, optimizes the coating characteristics. The mounting system can also include an enclosure for protecting its components.
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