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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 12, 2002
Filed:
Jun. 22, 2000
Harry van Baal, Goes, NL;
Jenny Z. Bu, Newburgh, IN (US);
Peter J. Codella, Niskayuna, NY (US);
Robert R. Gallucci, Mt. Vernon, IN (US);
Dennis A. Kopp, Newburg, IN (US);
Martin J. Lindway, Newburgh, IN (US);
James R. Wilson, Troy, MI (US);
General Electric Co., Pittsfield, PA (US);
Abstract
A molded article suitable for direct application of a reflective metal coating includes an amorphous thermoplastic or thermoplastic blend having a glass transition temperature greater than about 170° C. and at least one thermally stable colorant that contributes to the article's dark appearance. The article has excellent dimensional stability, and the surface to which a metal coating can be applied exhibits low gloss. Application of a metal coating to the molded article produces a metalized surface with high total reflectivity, low diffuse reflectivity, and low haze. Compositions and methods for forming the article are described.