Patent ID: 6700738
Filing Date: 2004-03-02
Classification: B82Y,G11B

Abstract:
A thin film head with a write section and a read section, for use in a data storage device, comprising:a first pole P1 disposed in proximity to the read section; a second pole P2 disposed on an opposite side of the read section, relative to the first pole P1; a write gap formed between the first pole P1 and the second pole P2; a coil formed of a single layer of conductors, an insulating layer that covers the conductors, a back gap region, and a center tab; wherein the center tab is electrically conductive and comprises a lower portion and an upper portion: wherein the upper portion of the center tab is formed atop the lower portion; wherein the lower portion of the center tab is formed, at least in part, within the first pole P1; wherein the lower portion comprises a lead via; and wherein the upper portion of the center tab is formed as part of the single layer of conductors.