Udel 1700 PSU – Comprehensive Overview
Natural Udel P-1700 PSU resin has a slight yellow tint. It can be melt-processed by injection molding and by extrusion into stock shapes.
What are the Performance Benefits of Udel 1700 Polysulfone?
High strength, toughness and tolerance to multiple cycles in all common sterilization methods rank at the top of Udel 1700’s benefits for medical devices. The polymer’s hydrolysis resistance and heat resistance to 174oC contribute to its longevity in steam sterilization.
Is Udel 1700 Polysulfone Biocompatible?
Udel 1700 PSU meets ISO 10993 requirements for use in medical devices that are in contact with bodily fluids and tissue for up to 24 hours.
How Does Udel 1700 Compare to Radel and Ultem?
Udel, Radel and Ultem all exhibit excellent sterilization resistance after multiple cycles.
While Radel and Ultem offer higher heat deflection temperatures, Udel 1700’s HDT of 174oC easily withstands steam sterilization at 134oC.
Radel and Udel have the high tensile and compressive strength, rigidity and toughness characteristic of sulfone polymers. Ultem PEI has more rigidity, but sacrifices impact resistance.
What Are Typical Medical Applications for Udel 1700?
Polysulfone has been used for decades in medical devices, including:
- Dialysis filtration cartridge housings and caps
- Heart valve sizers
- Outer casings for venous catheter ports
- Dental and surgical instrument handles, cases and trays
Genesis Medical Plastics Capabilities in Udel 1700 Polysulfone
Genesis is ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified and FDA registered as a device manufacturing facility. Capabilities include prototyping, machining, injection molding and extrusion of semi-finished shapes.
Specifications –
SEMI-FINISHED SHAPES
Rod diameters – mm
- 6.4mm – 152.4mm
- Custom & larger diameters on request
Plate thicknesses
- 6.4mm – 31.75mm
- Larger thicknesses on request
- Maximum width 610mm
All semi-finished shapes are made to order, with reasonable minimums.