Simulation of the write field for T-shaped pole heads

The write field distributions of T-shaped pole heads are presented. The maximum head field in the medium plane for T-shaped heads was larger than that for conventional structure heads. However, the field from the edges of the upper pole is not negligible for the T-shaped heads. As a result, neighboring bit patterns may be affected. To decrease the edge field, it is effective to make the throat height longer and recess the edges of the upper pole from the air bearing surface. Actual T-shaped heads were fabricated and their characterizations were investigated. The results agreed with simulations for longer throat height and for the recessed pole edge effect.