Polymer Additive

PC-ISO

PC-ISO is a high-performance thermoplastic specifically designed for applications in the medical, pharmaceutical, and food packaging industries.

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Material Overview

PC-ISO offers superior mechanical properties while complying with ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards, making it ideal for producing parts that require both strength and safety. PC-ISO can be sterilized using gamma radiation or Ethylene Oxide (EtO), making it suitable for sterile environments and medical-grade products.

Key Features:

Biocompatible: Meets ISO 10993 and USP Class VI standards, ensuring safety for medical devices and food contact applications.
Sterilizable: Can be sterilized using gamma radiation or Ethylene Oxide (EtO), making it appropriate for environments where sterility is critical.
Superior Mechanical Properties: Offers high strength, durability, and heat resistance, making it ideal for demanding applications.
Precision Printing: Delivers accurate, high-quality parts suitable for prototyping and end-use in regulated environments.

Color Options: White, Translucent Natural

Property	ASTM	Metric Units
Tensile Strength	D638M	57 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity, Youngs Modulus	D638M	2,000 MPa
Elongation at Break (%)	D638M	4%
Flexural Strength	D790M	90 MPa
Flexural Modulus	D790M	2,100 MPa
IZOD Impact (notched)	D256A	86 J/m
Heat Deflection Temperature at .45 MPa/66 psi (°C)	D648	133 °C

Technology:

FDM

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) uses a heated filament, like ABS or PLA, which is extruded through a nozzle that follows a programmed path to deposit material layer by layer on a build platform. The thermoplastics used in FDM create strong, durable parts that can endure mechanical stress. Its use of standard materials makes it a cost-effective choice for prototyping and low-volume production.

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Applications:

Biocompatible and Sterilizable

Conceptual Modeling: Perfect for designing and visualizing early-stage medical and food packaging concepts with detailed accuracy.
Functional Prototyping: Durable prototypes that can be tested for form, fit, and function in real-world conditions.
End-Use Parts: Ideal for producing low-volume, biocompatible parts for medical devices and food-safe packaging solutions.
Medical Devices: Suitable for surgical tools, diagnostic equipment, and other medical devices that require sterilization and biocompatibility.
Food Packaging: Compliant with safety standards for packaging materials that come into contact with food.

Advantages:

Biocompatibility: PC-ISO complies with ISO 10993 and USP Class VI standards, making it safe for medical devices and applications involving direct contact with the human body or food.
Sterilization Capability: This material can be sterilized using gamma radiation or Ethylene Oxide (EtO), allowing it to be used in sterile environments such as hospitals or laboratories.
Superior Mechanical Properties: PC-ISO is strong, durable, and heat-resistant, making it ideal for functional parts that need to withstand stress and high temperatures.
Versatile Applications: PC-ISO is suitable for a wide range of uses, from conceptual modeling and functional prototyping to end-use medical devices and food packaging solutions.
Regulatory Compliance: The material meets stringent regulatory standards, ensuring it can be used in highly controlled environments like the medical and food industries.
High-Quality Surface Finish: PC-ISO delivers smooth, precise parts that are suitable for both aesthetic prototypes and functional end-use parts.

Disadvantages:

Cost: PC-ISO is more expensive than general-purpose FDM materials like ABS or PLA, making it a higher-cost option for projects that require its biocompatibility and sterilization features.
Printability: PC-ISO can be more challenging to print, as it may require precise temperature control, a heated build chamber, and proper ventilation to achieve the best results.
Limited Color Options: Available only in white and translucent natural, PC-ISO offers limited design flexibility in terms of color.
Moisture Sensitivity: Like many other thermoplastics, PC-ISO is hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture from the environment. This can affect print quality if not properly stored and handled.
Post-Processing Requirements: While PC-ISO delivers high-quality parts, they may require additional post-processing for aesthetic finishes or precision improvements, which can add time and cost to the manufacturing process.

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