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One MicroLumen Way
Oldsmar, FL 34677 USA

Polyimide is a polymer thermoset plastic that has exceptional thermal stability, chemical resistance, and tensile strength.

These characteristics make polyimide an ideal material for high-performance medical applications. The tubing is lightweight, flexible, and resistant to heat and chemical interaction.

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PTFE Coated Mandrels & Wire

Reinforced Tubing

Specifications

  • The most common braid/coil material is 304V stainless steel.
  • Both round and flat wires are available. Common wire sizes:
    • Round wire 0.0010″ to 0.004″
    • Flat wire 0.0005″ x 0.0025″ and larger
  • “PIC” count = per inch crosses (Braid)
  • “WPI” count = wraps per inch (Coil)
  • Higher PIC counts improve flexibility, while a lower PIC count increases longitudinal stiffness
  • The PIC count can be varied within a specific length to provide variable flexibility. This can also be achieved via selective laser removal of OD layers or variable durometer reflows.
  • Selective laser removal of Polyimide top-layers increases flexibility and helps in secondary processes & assembly
  • Axial reinforcement provides added tensile strength and minimized elongation
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