Decorative PVD coating in medical products
Next-generation biocompatible Akskap Decorative PVD Coatings are used on a wide variety of medical products, medical implants and instruments.
- Orthopedic implants: Hip, knee and other joints
- Dental Implants and Instruments
- Surgical Instruments
- Cardiovascular Stents
Adds excellent features
- High adhesion to substrates such as titanium, CoCrMo and stainless steel grades
- High resistance to mechanical and chemical degradation
- High hardness and scratch resistance
- Low friction and wear
- Significant reduction in nickel or cobalt ion release by creating a physical barrier between the coating, substrate and body fluids
- Reducing bacterial proliferation
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Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coating is gaining widespread use in the medical industry, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of various medical products. This advanced process involves vaporizing metals such as titanium, zirconium, or stainless steel and depositing them onto surfaces in a controlled environment. The result is a thin, durable, and biocompatible coating that improves product performance.
Medical instruments, surgical tools, implants, and diagnostic devices benefit significantly from PVD coatings. These coatings provide superior scratch resistance, corrosion protection, and wear resistance, ensuring that medical products maintain their integrity even after repeated sterilization and use. Unlike traditional coatings, PVD offers a long-lasting finish that does not degrade over time, making it ideal for high-precision medical applications.
Beyond durability, PVD coatings come in a variety of decorative finishes, including gold, black, and rose gold. These finishes are not only visually appealing but also serve practical purposes, such as color-coding surgical instruments for easy identification.
Additionally, PVD is an eco-friendly coating process that produces minimal waste and eliminates the need for toxic chemicals, making it a sustainable choice for the medical industry. Its combination of strength, aesthetics, and safety makes PVD-coated medical products essential in modern healthcare.
