Absorbent articles having improved separator layer
AssigneeFiberTech Group, Inc.
InventorsRichard S. Yeo, Benjamin M. Nolan, Kenneth Bononcini, Brian Boehmer, Leonard Streeper
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Abstract
An absorbent article such as a diaper has an outer layer of a porous fabric and an inner absorbent core. A separator layer of thermally bonded nonwoven fabric is positioned between the outer layer and the core to minimize rewet by liquids. The fibers of the nonwoven fabric of the separator layer have a diameter greater than 28 microns, and at least 5 crimps per extended inch, and the fabric has a porosity of about 90-95%, to provide superior rewet properties.
Claims8
An absorbent layered article comprising a porous topsheet, an absorbent core, and a separator layer disposed in contact between said top sheet and said core, said separator layer comprising a nonwoven fabric of at least 60% polymer fibers bonded by heat calendering, said fibers having a hydrophilic surface, an average fiber diameter of at least 28 microns and at least five crimps per extended inch.
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