Maximising tubing functionality, Part I: Proper selection of resins.
Making an incorrect selection of polymeric materials, formulations and compounding can result in a compromised design and impaired functionality of the end product. Part I of this article provides guidance on how to simplify and expedite materials selection.
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Tilak M
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Polyzen Inc., Medical/Polymer Division, 1041 Classic Road, Apex, North Carolina 27539, USA. tilak@polyzen.com www.polyzen.com
D001672:Biocompatible Materials / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000145:classification* / Q000528:radiation effects; D002404:Catheterization / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004867:Equipment Design / Q000379:methods*; D008422:Materials Testing / Q000379:methods*; D011108:Polymers / Q000737:chemistry / Q000145:classification / Q000528:radiation effects; D012117:Resins, Synthetic / Q000737:chemistry* / Q000145:classification* / Q000528:radiation effects; D013673:Technology Assessment, Biomedical / Q000379:methods
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D011108:Polymers; D012117:Resins, Synthetic