Macroscopically expanded plastic web having improved fluid drain

Details Macroscopically expanded plastic web having improved fluid drain Macroscopically expanded plastic web having improved fluid drain

1993-04-02

1994-11-29

Bell, James J.

Stock material or miscellaneous articles

Structurally defined web or sheet

Including aperture

428131, 428284, 428286, 428296, 428299, 428913, B32B 310

Patent

active

053689100

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a resilient, three-dimensional, macroscopically expanded, fluid-pervious, plastic web suitable for use as a topsheet on absorbent articles, especially catamenial articles. The web includes a first layer of polymeric material and a second layer of fibrous material secured to the inner surface of the first layer of polymeric material. The fibrous material of the intermediate layer extends below the second surface of the web, preferably into the absorbent core. In-use, fluid deposited on the topsheet drains or empties more readily as the fibrous material of the second layer breaks up the fluid meniscuses which form along the second surface of the web, thereby providing improved dryness and cleanliness for the user.

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