Insert mold decorating film for thermoplastic resin and methods for making
US6863854B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 25, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 25, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M5/508
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-layer printable thermoplastic film consisting of at least a fluoride polymer film having laminated thereto a polycarbonate film. The printable film is preformed (vacuum molding or thermoforming) and then inserted into a mold which has the configuration of the preformed printable film. A base layer of a thermoplastic such as a polycarbonate resin is injection molded to the exposed surface of the preformed printable film. The molded structure has exterior automotive applications such as lens, etc.
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