Medical grade epoxy withstands 550degG and repeated sterilisation

This single component material requires no mixing prior to use, is not premixed and frozen, and offers an unlimited working life at room temperature. It is 100% reactive, contains no solvents or diluents, and passes ISO 10993-5 testing for non-cytotoxicity. Supreme 17HTMed withstands repeated sterilisation, including autoclaving as well as aggressive chemical sterilants such as glutaraldehyde.

The cured system provides high bond strength, exhibiting a lap shear strength of 1,900-2,100 psi, a tensile strength of 7,000-8,000 psi, a compressive strength of 16,000-18,000 psi, and a Shore D hardness of 80-90 at 75degF. As a toughened formulation, it withstands thermal cycling and is well suited for bonding dissimilar substrates including metals, ceramics, composites, and many plastics.

Supreme 17HTMed delivers a high glass transition temperature (Tg) of 208-210degC and operates over a service temperature range of -73degC to +288degC. Additionally, the material acts as a reliable electrical insulator, with a volume resistivity greater than 1015 ohm-cm at 75degF.

Supreme 17HTMed has a moderate viscosity of 100,000-150,000 cps at 75degF, is easy to apply, and requires heat to initiate cure. Recommended curing schedule options include 4-6 hours at 300degF or 2-4 hours at 350degF, followed by an optional post cure of 4-8 hours at 300-350degF to achieve optimum properties. The product can be stored refrigerated at 40degF to 50degF and is available in 1/2 pint, pint, quart, and gallon containers, as well as syringes.