Silicone rubber has proven to be tremendously well-suited with human tissue and body fluids. It also delays bacteria growth, and it does not stain or cause other materials to erode. Medical grade silicone meets the FDA, USP CL-VI, ISO, biocompatibility guidelines for medical device industries.
- Compatibility
Generally, Vulcanized rubber mechanisms can withstand multiple different methods. Device manufacturers should test sterilization methods to control if it is suitable for the rubber being used. There are several sterilization methods that are commonly used for medical devices, including dry heat, steam autoclaving, ethylene oxide, gamma radiation and electron beams.
- Chemical Resistance:
Silicone rubber is the best material when it is required to resist from different chemicals and water. Even it can resist with a difficult material like some of the acids, oxidizing chemicals, and alcohol.
- Thermal Resistance:
Silicone is the best material compare to other silicone as it remains stable within a temperature range of -85° to 500°F. Customers can use a variety of methods to sterilization.
At Elastostar Rubber Corporation we make sure that the silicone rubber meets the required quality that is most compatible for medical devices. We offer best quality specially formulated USP CL-VI & Platinum Cured Silicone Extruded Rubber Seal for Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Industries.
For more use and application, please contact us with your details or Email us on info@elastostar.com or Call us on 614-841-4400. We will help you to explore more ways to utilize our products for your special purpose.
