IPE’s ePTFE suture components are soft, biologically inert and chemically non reactive. Our ePTFE suture components are ideal to limit inflammation, bleeding and other collateral effects which may occur during closure or soft tissue reconstruction.
FluoroFlex™ ePTFE VS® suture components are manufactured in continuous lengths for suturing or custom applications. They are the ideal suture components for many implant surgical procedures where low elongation and high strength are required.
Custom variations of the FluoroFlex™ ePTFE suture components can be developed upon request.
| Part Number | Tensile Strength (Kgf) | Contact OD (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| VS-0 | >5.27 | 0.660-0.760 |
| VS-2 | >3.50 | 0.535-0.615 |
| VS-3 | >2.64 | 0.460-0.530 |
| VS-4 | >1.67 | 0.330-0.400 |
| VS-5 | >1.00 | 0.280-0.330 |
| VS-6 | >0.65 | 0.185-0.235 |
| VS-7 | >0.40 | 0.110-.0135 |
| VS-8 | >0.30 | 0.083-0.109 |
The above Tests are performed to the following USP standards:
- Tensile Strength – USP Chapter 881
- Contact OD – USP Chapter 861
International Polymer Engineering certifies that the above tests are performed to the USP standard but does not certify that the material meets USP material requirements.
Raw material: 100% Virgin, Class VI certified, PTFE resin.
Note: The name "VS" is Registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
