Coatings for medical device performance

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Key benefits of coatings in medical devices

Enhance device functionality

Extend product lifespan

Improve patient outcomes

Reduce friction, patient discomfort

Applied to devices such as needles, guidewires, catheters

Reduce resistance during device insertion

Lessen pain during procedures

Speed recovery and reduce tissue damage

Deliver wear resistance for longer device life

Applied to components, surgical tools

Bond permanently for durability

Offer low friction, non-stick, flexible

Extend lifespan, lower replacement costs

Expanding device & component applications

Metal substrates

Guidewires, needles, mandrels, coils, hypotubes, cables, etc.

Stainless steel alloys, tungsten, titanium, nitinol, etc.

Silicone and rubber

Catheters, O-rings, seals/gaskets, cannulas, tubing, valves, etc.

The science behind coatings

Application techniques – Electrostatic spraying, dip coating, ultra-thin film

Coating technologies – PTFE, ceramic, silicone; Water-, solvent-, powder-based; Biocompatible, PFOA-free, PFOS-Free

The future of medical device coatings

PFAS-free coatings – Sustainable, compliant alternatives to traditional PTFE

Custom formulations – Wider variety of options for new product designs

Impact of innovative coatings

Transforming devices – Improve performance, safety, longevity

Better healthcare – Lead to improved patient outcomes

Source: Surface Solutions Group – https://surfacesolutionsgroup.com/