ENSINGER launches its new line of x-ray opaque XRO series, thermoplastic shapes with TECASON™ P MT XRO. A radio opacifier is added to the standard line of coloured PPSU extruded rods for orthopaedic sizing trials and other instrument devices allowing for clear visibility of the component on fluoroscopy and x-ray. This accommodates some of the new challenges created by minimally invasive and image guided surgery.

TECASON™ P MT XRO has been tested to the requirements of ISO 10993 for external communication devices intended for less than 24 hour contact with tissue, bone and dentine. These tests include: Maximization /Sensitization Testing, Cytotoxicity, Intracutaneous Test, Acute Systemic Toxicity Test and the Hemolysis Test.

At regular intervals the semi-finished products are tested according to ISO 10993-5.

Preferred fields

Medical technology, food technology

Applications

Surgical instruments, instrument handles, implant trials, sterilisation trays

Properties

• X-ray opaque
• Biocompatibility and FDA conformity of raw material and colour additives
• Resistant to cleaning agents, disinfectants and various solvents
• Resistant to repeated steam sterilisation cycles
• High resistance to gamma radiation
• Good hydrolysis resistance
• Excellent dimensional stability, high hardness and rigidity
• High thermal and mechanical capacity
• High impact strength and notched impact strength
• Low water absorption
• Very good electrical insulation