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Multi-layer film, injection molded article decorated therewith and process for the production of the decorated injection molded article

US7976931B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 3, 2006
Grant dateJul 12, 2011
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Expiry dateAug 20, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24868
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention concerns multi-layer films for back-molding with a liquid plastic material in an inmold process for the production of a decorated injection molded article of high optical quality and utilitarian suitability, in particular having curved surfaces, wherein the multi-layer film has at least one replication lacquer layer which at least on one of its surfaces has a spatial structure producing a visually perceptible and/or technical effect, wherein a contrast layer which is preferably in the form of a reflection layer is arranged in adjoining relationship with at least one surface with a spatial structure at least in region-wise manner. The invention further concerns an injection molded article which is decorated with a multi-layer film and a process for the production of the article.

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