FluoroBond® N/N2/N3

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Low-friction FluoroBond® coatings are micron-thin, thermally bonded films that exhibit a tenacious bond to smooth cutting surfaces such as scalpels and blades. The bonded film has very low surface energy, which reduces cutting force by providing an ultra-low friction coated surface.

• Low-Friction Cutting Edge
• Lubricated edges simply cut easier than non-lubricated edges
• Creates a surface that is permanently non-stick and is bonded to metal substrate
• Many medical device surfaces such as wires, guidewires, tubular products, probes and needles can be successfully coated with this technology
• Cuts are made smoother, faster, and with less friction

FluoroBond® coatings can be used to coat miniature precision parts and even electrosurgical blades because of the high temperature. Low-friction FluoroBond® N/N2/N3 can be used on surgical blades or cutting devices to reduce the frictional properties of the cutting surface.

• Will not anneal or affect temper of cutting edges
• Ultra-thin, micron deposition
• Tenacious bond strength to smooth, ground, or polished metal surfaces
• Durable and strong; provides long lasting low-friction blade performance
• Curing temperatures will not dull nor affect blade sharpness
• Optically clear or invisible on smooth surfaces
• Solvent and chemical resistant
• Selective application area to optimize device performance

FluoroBond® N – A fluoropolymer coating used to reduce friction on scalpels and needles

• Clear, low friction coating
• Thickness of .0002”-.0005” per surface
• Excellent adhesion to stainless steel

FluoroBond® N2/N2A – A micron thin layer of PFAS-FREE coating that adheres to stainless steel, tungsten and nitinol

• Clear coating
• Thickness 2-3 microns per surface
• High temperature resistance of 800°F plus
• Excellent adhesion to stainless steel, Nitinol and tungsten
• Excellent release for mandrels, dies and molds
• N2A primer adds to lubricity and release of higher surface roughness parts

FluoroBond® N3 – A micro thin, biocompatible, PFAS-FREE medical grade silicone coating for cutting edges and needles

• Clear, low gloss, low friction coating
• 50% active silicone ingredients in solvent
• Low cure temperature (accelerated at 158F)
• Reduces cutting and puncture force
• High adhesion for durability
• Forms a bond to polar surfaces such as metals, including stainless steel, and some plastics