Patent ID: 6022440
Filing Date: 2000-02-08
Classification: B41M,B44C,G03F,Y10T

Abstract:
An image transfer method comprising the steps of:(a) forming an image composite by applying at least one inkjet ink in an imagewise pattern(s) on a first receptor comprising a temporary support having deposited thereon an ink receptive layer, wherein the ink receptive layer comprises a crosslinked semi-interpenetrating network formed from a blend of a crosslinkable polymer in an amount of about 25 to 99% of the total crosslinked semi-interpenetrating network and a liquid absorbent component in an amount of about 1 to 75% of the total crosslinked semi-interpenetrating network;(b) providing a second receptor comprising a final substrate having deposited thereon an adhesive layer;(c) laminating the imaged side of said image composite with heat and pressure to said adhesive layer of said second receptor; and(d) removing said temporary support.