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 ePTFE tubing from Zeus is made by expanding PTFE tubing, under controlled conditions, during the manufacturing process. This process alters the physical properties of the tubing by creating microscopic pores in the structure of the material.
The resulting tubing is imparted with unique physical properties that make it ideal for use in medical devices, electronic insulators, high performance filters, and a host of other applications. If you would like to receive ePTFE samples or literature, please
contact
us.
Key Properties
ePTFE
differs from
regular PTFE
tubing in that
the material
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Micro-porous |
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Soft |
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Very
flexible |
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Lower
dielectric
constant |
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Increased
linear
strength |
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Improved
biocompatibility |
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| Microporous |
Air Permeable |
Soft & Flexible |
| Biocompatible |
Chemically Resistant |
High Linear Strength |
| Implantable |
Chemically Inert |
Low Dielectric Constant |
| Excellent Radial Expansion |
Excellent UV Resistance |
USP Class VI Resin |
| Low Coefficient of Friction |
Watertight (Low Pressure) |
Hydrophobic/ Hydrophilic |
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Zeus ePTFE Capabilities
Through extensive investments in Research
and
Development, Zeus has developed a wide range of ePTFE processing capabilities. This broad control over the manufacturing process allows Zeus to manipulate the physical and mechanical properties of the material.
The dimensions of the tubing, as well as the IND and porosity ranges, can be designed to match your proprietary specifications. Our
ePTFE Tubing SEM Picture Gallery details the results of modifying these properties. |
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| Tubing |
ePTFE Multi-Lumen |
| OD Range = <1.5" |
Variable Porosity |
| ID Range = >0.005" |
Long Continuous Lengths |
| Monofilament |
Radiopaque ePTFE |
| OD = >0.003" |
Custom Material Properties |
| IND Range |
Chemical Impregnation |
| 1µ-200µ+ |
Colored ePTFE |
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Zeus Support |
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For
40 years Zeus has been assisting medical device engineers bring their concept and ideals to reality. Today, we work closely with numerous manufacturers to confidentially assist them in the development of new products and technology. |
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| Test Reports |
Technical Sales Staff |
| SEM Analysis |
R&D Engineering Support |
| Custom Packaging |
Product Development |
| Medical Grade Inspection |
Confidential Support |
| Porosity/Filtration Testing |
30+ Years Experience |
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Implantation
The structure of ePTFE is unique in that the material is made up of a number of solid nodes inter-connected by a matrix of thin fibrils. The spacing between the nodes (IND) is what allows the material to excel in applications requiring cellular ingrowth.
ePTFE is well known in medical research papers for its endothelization and thrombogenic properties. PTFE resin has long been utilized for implantable medical devices due to its biocompatibility and proven track record. Zeus has performed independent testing and holds USP Class VI certification for our PTFE resins. If you would like to receive ePTFE samples or literature, please
contact
us.
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Internodal Distance (IND)
The amount of expansion in ND is a measure of the average distance between the material's nodes. Zeus is experienced in manufacturing ePTFE with IND sizes ranging from 1µ to over 200µ.
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Impregnation |
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Zeus is currently experimenting with methods of impregnating specialty chemicals into the walls of its ePTFE. Drugs designed to reduce thrombosis or antibacterial coatings are the primary candidates for this process. Zeus' biomaterial researchers have developed technologies and processes that have pushed our material into the forefront of today's cutting edge biomaterial applications |
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Contact Us
If you would like to learn more about Zeus ePTFE
or request
samples,
contact us now. |
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DuPont
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Victrex PLC
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