ABS Medical

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Biocompatible up to 30 days in contact with the human body

Filament Spectrum Medical ABS is a highest-quality material designed specifically for medical applications. This 3D printing filament has been manufactured using ABS pellets that meet the biocompatibility requirements of USP Class VI or ISO 10993-1 certifications, which guarantees that it is biocompatible up to 30 days in contact with the human body (topical use).

Additionally, Medical ABS filament is food contact approved according to EU No 10/20111 and 21 CFR FDA regulations.

Spectrum Group Sp. z o.o. guarantees that the base raw material has no additives and has not been modified in the filament production process.

Material characteristics

manufactured using ABS pellets that meet the biocompatibility requirements of USP Class VI or ISO 10993-1 certifications
biocompatible up to 30 days in contact with the human body
3D print of personalized, lightweight prostheses
manufacturing of support structures for rehabilitation
contact approved according to EU No 10/20111 and 21 CFR FDA regulations
high speed printing without quality losses
very robust lamination of layers
Vicat softening temperature – 95°C
Burning behaviour UL 94 (1.6mm) – HB

Applications

Personalized, lightweight prostheses tailored to the individual needs of patients
manufacturing of support structures for rehabilitation end-use parts
industrial design
custom components

How to use

Nozzle temperature [°C]: 240-270°C
Bed temperature [°C]: 80-100°C
Recommeneded printing speed [mm/s]: 30-200 mm/s
Cooling: 0-50%
Enclosure: recommended for larger prints
Drybox recommended: No
Ruby or hardened nozzle recommended: No
Adhesive: not necessary (for increased adhesion or to prevent warping: Dimafix, 3DLac, Magigoo)

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