Patent ID: 6649324
Filing Date: 2003-11-18
Classification: B41C,G03F

Abstract:
A method for forming an image, the method comprising the steps of:(A) providing an imagewise exposed imageable element comprising exposed and unexposed regions, in which: the imageable element comprises, in order: a top layer; an underlayer; and a hydrophilic substrate; the underlayer comprises a polymeric material that is soluble or dispersible in a developer; the top layer comprises a polymeric material that is dispersible in the developer; and the top layer is ink-receptive; (B) applying the developer to the imagewise exposed imageable element, removing the exposed regions of the imageable element, and forming the image; in which: the developer comprises water and a dispersing agent; the developer has a pH of about 7 to about 11, and the dispersing agent is a partially neutralized acetophosphonate amine salt.