Photo process to improve tribological performance of thin...

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2006-01-10

2006-01-10

Resan, Stevan A. (Department: 1773)

Coating processes

Direct application of electrical, magnetic, wave, or...

Pretreatment of substrate or post-treatment of coated substrate

C427S553000, C427S130000, C427S131000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06984422

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for improving the durability and reliability of recording media used in hard drives is disclosed. A protective overcoat made of diamond like carbon (DLC) is first deposited over a magnetic layer. A lubricant layer, typically containing Moresco lubricant or a perfluoropolyether (PFPE), is then deposited over the protective overcoat. Finally, the lubricant layer is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light for a period of time.

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