Patent · US Expired

Removable lapping guide for magnetic recording head and method of use

US6793557B2 · kind B2 · utility

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17Claims
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Filing dateMay 24, 2002
Grant dateSep 21, 2004
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49052
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electrical lapping guide is disclosed which is suitable for use with a single slider having a magnetic recording head. The electrical lapping guide provides for monitoring the progression of lapping; does not require additional electrical connection pads; and, is removable after completion of lapping.

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