Transparent TPE Compounds for Medical Applications

The Mediprene 500M range of TPEs for medical applications includes several transparent grades. These compounds were developed in response to an increasing interest in transparent compounds from the medical market. Mediprene TPE materials are PVC, silicone and latex free, making them allergen free and a viable alternative to PVC based compounds. They offer hardnesses from 30 to 90 Shore A, allowing a wide degree of design freedom. Special Features Good transparency PVC, silicone and latex free Soft-touch appeal 30 to 90 Shore A Coloured, transparent grades Production site accredited to ISO 13485 Sterilizable with gamma, ethylene oxide (EtO) and steam Flexibility over broad temperature range Excellent sealing and adhesion Applications The ability to clearly see through a product to monitor the patient is an important feature for many medical devices such as face masks. Transparent TPEs can also be used in tubing and dental applications. Coloured & transparent In medical devices