Meltblown die and method

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D04H 1/56 (2006.01) D01D 4/02 (2006.01)

Patent

CA 1212804

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE Improvement to the die and method of forming meltblown fibers and webs using a relatively cool fluid for meltblowing. Thermoplastic polymers such as polyolefins, polyamides, polyesters and the like are spun in accordance with the meltblowing process and contacted by a fluid which forms fibers and attenuates them. In accordance with the invention, the fluid is substantially cooler than the molten polymer and permits formation of webs at shorter forming distances greatly improving web formation. In addition, the costs o manufacture are improved since heating of the attenuating fluid may be reduced or avoided. In a particularly preferred embodiment, the die is provided with insulation between the attenuating fluid and the polymer chamber to avoid or reduce the tendency of the molten polymer to cool and cause plugging of the die. Alternatively, the die may, itself, be formed from an insulating material. Webs produced in accordance with the method and die or the present invention display highly desirable properties such as uniformity, softness, opacity, cover and the like.

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