Plasma Activation of Silicone Rubber for Better Adhesion in Medical Applications
Silicone rubber is widely preferred for medical device manufacturing and medical applications. Its biocompatible, resistant, and stable properties make it an ideal choice for these applications. Silicone rubber is non-biodegradable – meaning it can stay for as long as possible. Silicone also exhibits hydrophobic properties, qualifying it as an effective anti-bacterial surface. This material is […]
Improving Adhesion of Hydrophilic Coatings on Catheters with Oxygen Plasma Cleaning
Introduction: A catheter is considered one of the primary implements in many medical procedures. Such devices have a complex structure due to the need to incorporate multiple components, making the manufacturing process more intricate. It is also worth mentioning that these hydrophilic devices utilize hydrophilic coatings on their surfaces. There has been growing interest in […]
Oxygen Plasma Surface Cleaning of PMMA for Superior Bonding and Coating
Polymethyl methacrylate, or PMMA, is a hard, stiff, and transparent polymer. It is popularly called acrylic glass or safety glass. PMMA is a product of methyl methacrylate. It is biocompatible and promises a reasonable degree of hydrophobicity. This synthetic polymer has extensive cosmetic, dental, and medical applications. It is also used for LED lighting and […]
Oxygen Plasma Treatment for Surface Activation of PDMS in Microfluidic Devices
PDMS is an acronym for Polydimethylsiloxane. This polymer has extensive applications in the manufacturing of microfluidic devices. PDMS exhibits several characteristics that make it highly sought after for various applications. PDMS material demonstrates biocompatibility, flexibility, thermal stability, optical transparency, gas permeability, low cost, corrosion resistance, and user-friendliness. PDMS is commonly employed in biomedical devices, microfluidic […]