Method for controlling MRE stripe height

摘要

A method for lapping a magnetic read/write element on a slider having a shear based transducer is disclosed. The shear based transducer is used during the fabrication process to more precisely lap the MR element. The method comprises measuring the stripe height of the MR element and actuating the shear based transducer to move the MR element to a desired position relative to a lapping apparatus. The MR element is then lapped to achieve a desired stripe height.