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Location: Design Alley
Title: How thermoplastic material selection impacts durability and sterilization of medical devices
Event Type: Show Floor Education
The pending EPA regulation on EtO emissions is challenging designers to choose materials that are compatible with other sterilization options. However, these materials must also deliver performance and maintain aesthetics over the expected life of the device. Therefore, the material’s strength and durability including chemical resistance must also be considered. Learn material performance criteria to consider for your medical devices. Comparative properties and performance data of ULTEM resin versus PPSU before and after sterilization will be presented. Case studies of typical applications will be shared.
