coating for surgical devices
coating for surgical devices
BIO TDC Surgical Coating
Armoloy’s Biocompatible Nodular Thin Dense Chrome for Surgical, Medical and Beyond
biocompatible nodular thin dense chrome
Surgical Coating for Life-Saving Tools
A Guard Against Harsh Sterilization Processes
Armoloy BIO TDC® and ME-92® are engineered to withstand repeated and rigorous sterilization processes essential in the medical field.
Our biocompatible surgical coatings are resistant to various sterilization methods including steam autoclave, STERIS SYSTEM 1, STERRAD Sterilization, and exposure to harsh chemicals. This resilience helps maintain the integrity and functionality of surgical instruments, ensuring they remain corrosion-free and retain their mechanical properties over time, thus extending their usable life significantly. Visit our ME-92® product page to compare our two biocompatible chromium coatings.
BIO TDC Highlights
- Meets USP class VI requirements
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Stands up to repeated autoclaves
- Adheres to most base metals
- Improves wear resistance
- Anti-galling
- Improves cutting performance
- Non-reflective finish
Proven applications
Applying BIO TDC can improve the long-term performance of applications within the following industries, as well as many others:
- Medical instruments and devices
- Robotics
- Medical packaging
- Clean room applications
- Surgical tools
- Veterinary surgical tools
- Orthopedic tooling
- Endoscopic cutters
- Food processing and packaging
- Saws, taps, and drills
Certifications
- AMS2460 SAE, Plating, Chromium
- USP Class VI
- Tripartite/ISO
- STERIS SYSTEM 1
- SAE AMS2406 | AMS-QQ-C-320, Chromium Plating (Electrodeposited)
- SAE AMS2438 Plating, Chromium Thin, Hard, Dense Deposit
- Steam Autoclave
- STERIS EtO
- STERRAD Sterilization
Performance Characteristics
BIO TDC by the Numbers
- Surface hardness up to 72Rc
- Uniform deposits from 0.000050" - 0.0006"
- Certified biocompatible to ISO 10993-1
- Processing temperature < 160°F (<71°C)
- Bond strength of 125,000 PSI
- Corrosion resistance tested to AMS 2438 per ASTM B-117
- Up to 56% reduction in coefficient of friction
- Heat resistance of -400°F to 1400°F (-240°C to 760°C)
BIO TDC
Features & Benefits
Biocompatible
Certified safe for use in medical devices and instruments, as well as clean-room applications
Hydrophobic
Arrests moisture and water buildup, further enhancing corrosion resistance
Corrosion resistance
Protects instruments from rust and degradation due to frequent sterilization
Reduced light reflection
Ideal for tools used in procedures requiring minimal light interference such as laparoscopic surgery
Non-stick surface
Facilitates easy cleaning and reduces the risk of contamination
High surface hardness
Protects against scratches and abrasions, maintaining functional sharpness of surgical tools
Reapplication capability
Coatings can be removed and reapplied without affecting the base material, which is beneficial for refurbishing and reusing medical tools
Absolute Adhesion to base material
Maintains cutting edges and provides a hard, scratch resistant, nonstick, easy to clean surface
The Science Behind BIO TDC
Biocompatible thin dense chrome plating is achieved through an electrolytic process that involves the deposition of chromium onto a substrate from a chromium-containing electrolytic solution. The substrate serves as the cathode, where the metal ions are reduced and bond to the surface, forming a dense, hard layer. This process is meticulously controlled to ensure that the coating adheres strongly to the substrate without altering its properties or dimensions.
The thickness of the chrome layer can be precisely controlled to meet specific medical standards, ensuring optimal performance across various applications. The result is a robust, wear-resistant, and visually appealing surface that can significantly enhance the performance and safety of medical devices
Additional Metal Treatments
Services at Armoloy
The Armoloy Corporation is here to provide support for your project, starting from the discovery phase and continuing through a successful production launch. Whether coatings are considered during the initial part design phase or become necessary due to product failures in the field, our team can assist you at any stage in the process.
How Metals Fail
Some of the most common metal failures include:
Armoloy’s different metal coating solutions help industries avoid costly metal failures and unplanned downtime.
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