Method and apparatus for optimizing flying height control using heated sliders

摘要

A method and apparatus for optimizing flying height control using heated sliders is disclosed. A first heater is provided in a slider for implementing a first operating characteristic and a second heater is provided in the slider for implementing a second operating characteristic. A power source is provided for activating the first and second heaters. An activation controller is provided for allowing the first and second heaters to be selectively activated by the power source.