Colored plastics are very popular in medical technology, e.g., to easily distinguish between different instruments and sizes. TECASON™ P MT (Radel® R) has been specially designed to fulfill these requirements.

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TECASON™ P MT Radel® R is a mechanical grade plastic with exceptional resistance to the common sterilization techniques, giving added safety in medical applications. The material also possesses high thermal resistance, excellent mechanical properties and toughness.

TECASON™ P MT Radel® R Properties:

  • Resistant to cleaning agents, disinfectants and various solvents
  • Resistant to repeated steam sterilization cycles
  • High resistance to gamma radiation
  • Good hydrolysis resistance
  • Excellent dimensional stability
  • High thermal and mechanical capacity
  • High impact strength and notched impact strength
  • High hardness and rigidity
  • Low water absorption
  • Very good electrical insulation
  • Biocompatibility
  • FDA conformity of raw material and color pigments

TECASON™ P MT Radel® R is available in many standard colors.

Preferred fields
Medical technology, food technology, precision engineering

Applications
Surgical instruments, instrument handles, implant trials, sterilization trays

TECASON™ P MT (Radel® R) is a registered trademark of ENSINGER-HYDE.

Radel® R is a registered trademark of Solvay Advanced Polymers.