Multiple layer absorbent system

摘要

An absorbent article is provided that includes a fluid permeable top sheet and a transfer layer disposed adjacent the top sheet. A first layer is disposed adjacent the transfer layer. The first layer includes an absorbent composite having a first density. A second layer is disposed adjacent the first layer and includes an absorbent having a second density. The first density is greater than the second density such that a ratio of fluid retained by the first layer relative to fluid retained by the second layer is greater than 1.0. A fluid impermeable back sheet is disposed adjacent to the second layer. The ratio is desirably approximately 3.0. Alternatively, the absorbent article includes the first layer having an absorbent composite with a basis weight ranging from approximately 150 grams per square meter to 170 grams per square meter. The second layer includes an absorbent having a basis weight ranging from approximately 130 grams per square meter to 150 grams per square meter. The absorbent article may have a dry weight of less than approximately 5.20 grams and a fluid capacity of greater than or equal to 35.0 grams.