NOVUS - Model PEEK - Medical Grade Filament for 3D Printed Implants
Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) is a sturdy engineering material widely used for producing permanent implants due to its excellent durability and strength. Recently, its application in 3D printing for medical devices and implants has gained significant traction. Engineered from medical-grade PEEK resin, this filament ensures biocompatibility, producing tough and resilient 3D printed structures that rival traditional molding techniques. Notable for its high impact resistance and chemical robustness, especially against acids, this material meets USP Class VI and ISO 10993 standards. Additionally, it can be sterilized using gamma radiation or EtO methods, making it ideal for various surgical instruments and implants. With remarkable flexural strength of 151 MPa and a modulus of 3.57 GPa, it is produced in ISO 7 cleanroom facilities, maintaining strict quality control, powered by Keyence and EECTRL Opmac laser technologies. Its dimensional precision is controlled in real-time, yielding a 1.75mm diameter with a tolerance far less than ±0.05mm.
Material Information
Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) is a highly robust engineering material that has long been employed in the production of permanent implants, establishing a track record spanning several decades. Its utilization in the 3D printing of medical devices and implants has experienced a notable surge in popularity in recent times.
The Science
- Made from medical grade PEEK resin with engineered process for absolute quality
- Biocompatible
- Tough and strong 3D printed objects comparable to moulding
Material Highlights
- Outstanding strength and impact resistance
- Resistant to most chemicals especially acids
- USP Class VI and ISO 10993 certified
- Gamma or EtO sterilizable
Ideal For
- Implants, surgical instrument and devices (such as body fluid container, microfluidic device, pump impeller, stirrer, etc.)