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Why Rubber in Medical Equipment
Rubber components play a pivotal role in the medical equipment industry, offering numerous advantages that ensure the safety, reliability, and precision required for healthcare applications.
Biocompatibility
Rubber materials used in medical equipment are designed to be biocompatible, ensuring they are safe for use within the human body without causing adverse reactions or toxicity.
Sterilization Compatibility
Rubber components can withstand various sterilization methods, including autoclaving, ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization, and gamma irradiation, maintaining their integrity and functionality.
Sealing and Fluid Management
Rubber seals and gaskets provide leak-tight connections, preventing fluid leakage and contamination in medical devices and equipment.
Shock Absorption
Rubber’s cushioning properties help absorb shocks and vibrations in medical equipment, protecting delicate components and enhancing patient comfort.
Electrical Insulation
Rubber materials offer electrical insulation properties, making them suitable for applications involving electrical components and sensitive electronics.
Common Rubber Components for Medical Equipment
Rubber components are integral to the performance and safety of various medical devices and equipment.
Some of the most common rubber parts used in the medical equipment include:
- Seals and Gaskets for Fluid Management
- Diaphragms and Valves for Pumps
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O-rings for
Medical Tubing - Cushioning Pads for Patient Beds
- Vibration Isolators for Equipment
- Grips and Handles for Surgical Instruments
- Rubber Feet and Bumpers for Devices
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Rubber Plugs and
Stoppers - Bellows and Boots for Protection
- Rubber Keypads and Buttons
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Medical Tubing
and Hoses - Respiratory Mask Components
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Shock Absorbing
Pads - Medical-grade Rubber Sheets
Common Rubber Materials for Medical Equipment
Our rubber materials are carefully selected to meet the stringent requirements of medical equipment applications.
Our common rubber materials are as follows:
- Natural Rubber (NR)
- Nitrile Rubber (NBR)
- Silicone Rubber (VMQ)
- Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM)
- Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)
- Polyurethane (PU)
- Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)
- Santoprene Rubber (TPV)
- Medical-grade Elastomers
Not sure which material best fits your needs
Tailor-Made Solutions for Medical Equipment
Our Valued-Added Services
- Design and Engineering Support
- Material Testing and Certification
- Surface Finishing and Printing
- Assembly and Sub-Assembly
- Custom Packaging and Labeling