Method of embedding an end of a bundle of thread-like bodies in a molding material and controlling capillary action by said material
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1. A method for setting an end portion of a bundle of thread-like bodies so that capillary action is reduced between said bodies, comprising the steps of:
- A. dipping an end portion of a bundle of threadlike bodies into a solidifiable liquid, said bodies being so disposed that capillaries exist between said bodies;
B. contacting at least that part of said bundle which is immediately adjacent said end portion with a second liquid more wettable to said bundle and lighter than said solidifiable liquid;
said contacting step occuring prior to exposure of that adjacent part to said solidifiable liquid whereby said second liquid acts to prevent said capillary action; and
C. permitting said solidifiable liquid to solidify.
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Abstract
An end portion of a bundle of thread-like bodies to be set is dipped into a solidifiable liquid. At least a part of said bundle, adjacent to the predetermined level of the solidifiable liquid, is contacted with a specific liquid or gas which substantially prevents wicking of said solidifiable liquid along said thread-like bodies due to capillary action. The solidifiable liquid is not drawn up through the bundle beyond predetermined level of the solidifiable liquid, and solidified at the predetermined level.
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1. A method for setting an end portion of a bundle of thread-like bodies so that capillary action is reduced between said bodies, comprising the steps of:
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A. dipping an end portion of a bundle of threadlike bodies into a solidifiable liquid, said bodies being so disposed that capillaries exist between said bodies; B. contacting at least that part of said bundle which is immediately adjacent said end portion with a second liquid more wettable to said bundle and lighter than said solidifiable liquid;
said contacting step occuring prior to exposure of that adjacent part to said solidifiable liquid whereby said second liquid acts to prevent said capillary action; andC. permitting said solidifiable liquid to solidify. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
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8. The method for setting an end portion of a bundle of thread-like bodies in a casing so that capillary action is reduced between said bodies, comprising the steps of:
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(A) dipping an end portion of a bundle of threadlike bodies into a solidifiable liquid, said bodies being so disposed that capillaries exist between said bodies; (B) placing said bundle in a casing assembly; (C) contacting at least that part of said bundle which is immediately adjacent said end portion with a second liquid which is lighter and more wettable to said bundle than said solidifiable liquid;
said contacting step occuring prior to exposure of that adjacent part to said solidifiable liquid whereby said second liquid acts to prevent said capillary action; and(D) permitting said solidifiable liquid to solidify and bond said bundle to said casing assembly. - View Dependent Claims (9, 10)
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