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Rubber and elastomer materials play a crucial role throughout the medical landscape, delivering critical functionality in a countless range of

The healthcare industry continuously demands more effective and patient-friendly treatment solutions, and implantable drug delivery devices are one of the

Silicone rubber, also known as polysiloxane, is a synthetic polymer composed of a siloxane (–Si–O–) backbone with additional organic groups,

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) aim to provide clean drinking water to all individuals by 2030, including those

Selection of silicone type and processing method is crucial in the development and manufacturing of quality medical devices.

Distinctive features that make silicone and synthetic polyisoprene rubbers exceptional choices in healthcare contexts are explored and elucidated by the author.

USP Class VI medical silicones support low volume parts production, and are available as ready-to-mold compounds, ready-to-cut sheets or rolls, and as finished products. By partnering with a supplier that offers low minimum order quantities and on-time deliveries, designers can get the medical silicone parts they need.

by Noel Mower Chang, Yenny Cubides, David Shawl and Dongchan Ahn, Dow Chemical. Silastic 9212-50 liquid silicone rubber is a