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Reader/writer for magnetic memory

US7054113B1 · kind B1 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateOct 25, 2001
Grant dateMay 30, 2006
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/4853
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for manufacturing a reader/writer is provided having a substrate with an undercoat formed thereon. A first shield is formed over a portion of the undercoat and a pair of reader leads is formed over the first shield and undercoat. A read sensor is formed between the reader leads and a first pole/second shield is formed over the reader leads. A mid coat is formed over the undercoat and the reader leads. A second pole is formed over and in contact with the mid coat. A lead is formed over the second pole. A pedestal is formed over the reader lead and an overcoat is formed over the second pole and the lead and around the pedestal. A pad is then formed over the pedestal.

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