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Toner processes utilizing a defoamer as a coalescence aid for continuous and batch emulsion aggregation

US8313884B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 14, 2010
Grant dateNov 20, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 24, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03G9/09733
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A process for making toner particles is provided. In embodiments, a suitable process includes adding a defoamer to an emulsion utilized to form toner particles. Utilization of the defoamer allows for a reduction in the overall aggregation/coalescence cycle time and slurry viscosity, while producing a toner with improved GSDs, low coarse and target circularities.

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