Systems and methods for thermal transfer printing

Details Systems and methods for thermal transfer printing Systems and methods for thermal transfer printing

1995-03-31

1996-12-31

Tran, Huan H.

Incremental printing of symbolic information

Thermal marking apparatus or processes

Pre or post image recording treatment

B41J 2325

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055898696

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for printing a predetermined image onto a substrate includes steps or structure for determining a first area on the substrate where a colorant is to be deposited; determining a second area which is immediately adjacent to the first area; depositing an image-enhancing precoat over the first area and the second area; and depositing a colorant on the exposed surface of the image-enhancing precoat substantially so as to be over the first area, whereby a border of precoat material will be defined about the printed image on the substrate. A second aspect of the disclosure involves sealing a printed image on a substrate by applying an aftercoat.

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