Polymer Additive

BioClear

Developed using Somos^® BioClear, this material is engineered to mimic the properties of engineering plastics, elastomers, and composites, offering excellent durability and precision.

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Material Overview

BioClear is a specialized SLA (Stereolithography) material designed for producing high-quality, non-implant medical device prototypes. Ideal for non-implant medical applications with limited body contact, BioClear ensures that prototypes are safe, reliable, and shatter-resistant, providing added protection during shipping, accidental drops, or surgical procedures.

Key Features:

Shatter-Resistant: Ensures prototypes remain intact during transport, handling, or use in medical environments.
Medical Certifications: BioClear meets ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10, and USP Class VI certifications, making it suitable for prototyping medical devices with strict safety standards.
Supplier Traceability: Includes tracking and tracing of original suppliers for added quality control and assurance.
Transparent Finish: The material offers a clear, transparent finish, ideal for creating medical models and device prototypes that require visual clarity.

Color Options: Transparent

Property	ASTM	Metric Units
Tensile Strength	D638M	41.7 - 53.6 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity, Youngs Modulus	D638M	2,650 - 2,880 MPa
Elongation at Break (%)	D638M	11-20%
Flexural Strength	D790M	63.1 - 74.2 MPa
Flexural Modulus	D790M	2,040 - 2,370 MPa
IZOD Impact (notched)	D256A	0.2 - 0.3 J/m
Heat Deflection Temperature at .45 MPa/66 psi (°C)	D648	45-54 °C

SLA Technology

SLA (Stereolithography) is a cutting-edge 3D printing technology that uses a UV laser to cure liquid resin into highly detailed and precise solid parts. Known for its ability to create smooth, accurate, and complex designs, SLA is widely used across industries for a variety of applications, from prototyping to final-use parts.

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Applications

High-Performance Ceramic-Filled Resin

BioClear provides the perfect combination of strength, transparency, and certification compliance, making it an essential material for medical device prototyping. Whether you’re developing tools or instruments for healthcare, BioClear offers the reliability and precision your project needs.

Medical Device Prototypes: Ideal for creating durable, accurate prototypes for medical devices that have limited contact with the body.

Advantages:

Shatter-Resistant: BioClear is durable and impact-resistant, ensuring that prototypes won’t break during shipping, handling, or use in medical procedures, making it ideal for delicate environments.
Medical Certifications: Complies with ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10, and USP Class VI certifications, ensuring safety and suitability for non-implant medical applications with limited body contact.
Transparency: The material offers a clear finish, making it ideal for visual clarity in medical prototypes, such as device housings or components that require transparency.
Mimics Engineering Plastics: BioClear simulates the properties of engineering plastics, elastomers, and composites, offering flexibility and toughness in a variety of medical device prototypes.

Disadvantages:

Non-Biocompatible: While BioClear is suitable for non-implant medical devices, it is not designed for long-term body contact or implantable applications, limiting its use in certain medical fields.
Limited Applications: Since BioClear is specifically engineered for medical device prototyping, its use outside of medical or healthcare industries may be limited.
Post-Processing Needs: Depending on the application, post-processing may be required to achieve the desired finish or additional functionality, adding time and effort to the production process.

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