PTFE Coated Hypotubes

P.O. Box 128
25 Endicott St.
Norwood, MA 02062

Exceptional Product Design Starts with an Exceptional Partner

Applied Plastics is a leading global manufacturer in the supply of coated components to the advanced catheter industry.

We maintain the tightest tolerances and apply best-in-class lubricious coating technologies to mandrels, fine wire, devices, and components.

Applied Plastics is your partner for prototyping and volume production!

Four metal rods of varying lengths and colors, arranged horizontally. The rods showcase different finishes and material types, relevant for materials selection.

Four stainless steel fishing rods with black rubber grips, arranged parallel to each other, illustrating essential gear for anglers.

A collection of thin metal rods with pointed tips, arranged at varying angles, commonly used for precision work in welding or crafting.

Close-up of a spool of shiny, golden metal wire with a water droplet resting on it, set against a dark background, emphasizing the wire's texture and shine. — Spooled silver-coated copper for Applied Plastics in studio on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 in Utica, NY. (PHOTO BY NANCY L. FORD)

Various fishing rod tips arranged above a larger rod base, showcasing the diversity in design for fishing enthusiasts. — Hypotubes for Applied Plastics in studio on Friday, Dec 6, 2019 in Utica, NY. (PHOTO BY NANCY L. FORD)

Metal rods of varying diameters and colors, arranged diagonally. Used for construction or crafting, these materials provide structural support. — Fine wire for Applied Plastics in studio on Thursday, November 27, 2019 in Utica, NY. (PHOTO BY NANCY L. FORD)

Various welding rods in different sizes and tip shapes, showcasing materials for welding applications. Relevant for welding techniques and equipment discussions.

Various metal rods and tubes of different lengths and finishes, arranged in a dynamic arrangement, highlighting materials for engineering or manufacturing applications. — Hypotubes, mandrels, tapered mandrels for Applied Plastics in studio on Sunday, Dec 8, 2019 in Utica, NY. (PHOTO BY NANCY L. FORD)

Six metal rods arranged in a fan shape, with a smooth gray finish, demonstrating materials commonly used in construction or manufacturing.

Applied Plastics offers a PTFE coating service for stainless steel and nitinol hypodermic tubing used in medical devices and catheter manufacturing tooling, without altering their physical properties. We can service unlimited OD sizes.

Our coating specialists can apply coatings to all variations of stainless steel and nitinol hypotube including spiral, skived, flared, crimped, ground, and slotted types. We will even source the hypodermic tubing and maintain an inventory and release schedule.

Our industry-leading, proprietary PTFE Natural® coating process applies a precise coating onto stainless steel and nitinol that provides optimum lubricity without flaking, cracking, or altering the tubing’s physical properties. Featuring the high slip resistance required for medical device manufacturing, these hypotubes are chemically inert, bio-compatible, and operate up to 550°F.