US4759982A
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Transfer graphic article with rounded and sealed edges and method for making same
Assignee: 3M Co
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Filing: 1986-12-12
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Granted: 1988-07-26
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Expires: 2006-12-12
Abstract
Abstract A process for preparing a transfer graphic article having a protective clear coat in precise registration therewith such that the graphic has rounded and sealed edges, and the article produced thereby. The edges of the underlying adhesive are sealed by the clear coat such that improved solvent resistance is achieved.
Inventors
- 👤 Jeffrey R. Jenssen
- 👤 Kenneth G. Olson
- 👤 John W. Frank
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-28 11:31
CPC Classifications
B; B44; B44C; B44C1/00; B44C1/16; B44C1/165; B44C1/17; B44C1/1733; B41; B41M; B41M7/00; B41M7/0045; B44C1/1737; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S428/00; Y10S428/914; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/49; Y10T29/4998; Y10T29/49982; Y10T29/49986; Y10T428/00; Y10T428/14; Y10T428/1486; Y10T428/24; Y10T428/24628; Y10T428/24736; Y10T428/24777; Y10T428/24793; Y10T428/28
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
92 words
A dry transfer article for application to a substrate to provide a design thereon, said article comprising: (A) a graphic pattern; (B) a layer of adhesive underlying said graphic pattern in exact registration therewith, wherein said adhesive is capable of providing adhesion to said graphic pattern and said substrate; and (C) a resinous film-formed protective clear coat in precise registration with said graphic pattern and said layer of adhesive, said clear coat having a rounded profile, covering said graphic pattern, and sealing the edges of said graphic pattern and said adhesive layer.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
92 words
A dry transfer article for application to a substrate to provide a design thereon, said article comprising: (A) a graphic pattern; (B) a layer of adhesive underlying said graphic pattern in exact registration therewith, wherein said adhesive is capable of providing adhesion to said graphic pattern and said substrate; and (C) a resinous film-formed protective clear coat in precise registration with said graphic pattern and said layer of adhesive, said clear coat having a rounded profile, covering said graphic pattern, and sealing the edges of said graphic pattern and said adhesive layer.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
12 words
The article of claim 1 wherein said graphic pattern comprises a film.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
The article of claim 2 wherein said graphic pattern further comprises a film of at least one imaging composition which covers at least a portion of the surface of said graphic pattern.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
14 words
The article of claim 1 wherein said protective clear coat comprises an aliphatic polyurethane.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
15 words
The article of claim 1 wherein said protective clear coat is curable with ultraviolet radiation.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
15 words
The article of claim 1 wherein said protective clear coat has reacted with said adhesive.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
19 words
The article of claim 6 wherein said protective clear coat contains an isocyanate and said adhesive contains acrylic acid.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
10 words
The article of claim 1 further comprising a release liner.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
10 words
The article of claim 8 further comprising an application tape.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1991-07-26 | 1992-01-25 | 1992-07-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1995-07-26 | 1996-01-25 | 1996-07-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1999-07-26 | 2000-01-25 | 2000-07-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |