In the Marketplace 28099

New Motion System

Integral linear-rotary design

VascuLathee represents a revolutionary approach to satisfying the demanding requirements of stent manufacturing applications. The fully integrated motion system couples automated material handling functionality with high-performance direct-drive linear and rotary motion capability. The integral linear-rotary design increases throughput by two to five times when compared to traditional screw-based or other manufacturing approaches, while still maintaining submicron tolerances on tight part geometries.

The increased throughput gives much needed flexibility in the extremely competitive stent-manufacturing environment. The higher throughput of the VascuLathe implies that fewer machines are required to produce an equivalent number of stents when compared to traditional manufacturing approaches, resulting in lower total labor costs and reduced floor space requirements. Alternatively, the VascuLathe can be used to meet increased and varied product demand within the existing manufacturing space, saving the costs associated with facility expansion.

Aerotech

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-576

MDrives

With planetary gearbox

The innovative motor technology of the low-cost MDrives, high-torque stepping motors with on-board electronics, expands product line options to include fully integrated planetary gearboxes (PLGs). The planetary gearbox option increases the application range for the MDrive product line by increasing torque at lower speeds, enabling better inertia matching, and producing finer positional resolutions. Efficient, low-maintenance PLGs come fully assembled and integrated with every version of Mdrive, including Microstepping, Speed Control, and Motion Control. PLGs are available for each size MDrive, including NEMA motor size 14, 17, 23, and 34. Select from one-, two-, or three-stage gearboxes, and a large number of reduction ratios that range from 4:1 to 308:1. All PLGs come with an optional mounting flange and shaft keys for MDrive sizes 17, 23, and 34. MDrive is a compact, powerful, and inexpensive solution that will reduce system cost, design, and assembly time for a large range of stepping motor applications.

Intelligent Motion Systems Inc.

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-577

USP Class VI Approved Adhesive

Resists exposure to repeated sterilization

The new two-component heat-cured epoxy adhesive called EP45HTMed is durable, tough, and resistant to exposure to thermal shock and many chemicals. It can withstand long-term exposure form -80F to 500F, and has a glass transition temperature of >185C. Adhesion to metals, glass, ceramics, wood, vulcanized rubber, and many plastics is reportedly excellent. The cured system is also said to be a superb electrical insulator. EP45HTMed has been specially formulated for use in the assembly of reusable medical devices. It has the capability of withstanding exposure to repeated cycles of radiation, steam (autoclaving), and chemical sterilants. The cured system fully meets the biocompatibility requirements of USP Class VI specifications. Master Bond EP45HTMed has a convenient 100:30 mix ratio by weight, and requires a minimum cure temperature of 250F. It is 100 percent reactive, and does not contain any solvents or diluents. It can be applied by brush, syringe, or spatula. This compound is available for purchase in pint, quart, gallon, and 5-gallon container kits.

Master Bond Inc.

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-578

Intelligent Driver

Low-cost, easy to use

The R101 driver/controller is not only easy to use but is extremely affordable compared to similar products. The R101 is a bipolar driver/controller capable of output current ranging from 0.2 to 2.5A per phase with step resolutions from full, 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8. This new product can be configured and controlled via a simple RS485 communications bus or step and direction inputs. Multiple modules can also be controlled on the same bus using different address codes. Yet another feature of the R101 is its ability to save all user configurable parameters to a non-volatile memory, which are automatically restored after a power down/ power up cycle.

RMS Technologies

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-579

Silicone Bonding Process

Meets medical requirements for repeat autoclave sterilization

Surgical and dental instrument safety, design, and function can be improved when silicone grips and sleeves are custom-molded to the instruments. Minnesota Rubber's proprietary silicone bonding process creates a hermetic seal between the silicone and the over-molded instrument. This seal withstands repeated autoclave cycling and inhibits the migration of body fluids between sealed surfaces. Ergonomically designed features increase rotational control of instruments while providing a light and secure grip. Silicone molded designs are possible that satisfy requirements for accuracy, durability, comfort, and, most significantly, tactile sensitivity. They also allow for color customization of stainless steel, high-performance plastics, and aluminum instruments. In addition to surgical and dental instruments, the process has a potential fit for a wide range of medical and pharmaceutical applications.

Minnesota Rubber QMR Plastics

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-580

Stepper Motor

Small and useful, with only Ø 6 mm

The ARSAPE product program has been extended with the development of this new stepper motor. With an excellent power to volume ratio, 6 mm outer diameter, 9.3 mm length, and weighing only 1.4 gm, the new ADM 0620 is reportedly the smallest, produced in series, two-phase stepper motor in the world. The motor is designed for voltages between 3 and 6V (voltage regulated). The motors have a sintered bearing in the standard configuration but are also available with ball bearings. The operation temperature range is from - 40C up to 70C. Various controllers are available for the motor and special controllers can be developed upon request to match any system. The modular complement, the 06/1 planetary gearhead, is also 6 mm in diameter. The precision gearhead has a steel geartrain and is made for operating temperature of up to 100C. Available reduction ratios are from 4:1 up to 4,096:1. Areas of application include precision medical instruments, optical instrumentation, security and inspection systems, microactuators, and any application where the size, cost, and reliability play a deciding role.

MicroMo Electronics Inc.

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-581

One-Component Visible Light Curable Polymer System

Fast cure speed

The UV10LC-12, a one-component high-performance polymer system, can be readily cured by exposure to either visible or UV light. It is designed for bonding, sealing, coating, and casting applications. It has a service operating temperature range of -80 to 250F, and can withstand repetitive thermal cycling as well as vibration and mechanical shock. The UV10LC-12 fully meets USP Class VI specifications for use in medical applications. It is 100 percent reactive and contains no solvents or other volatiles. It reportedly has an exceptionally fast cure speed upon exposure to a visible or a UV curable light source. Depending upon the intensity of the light source, cure times range from a few seconds to less than a minute. These cures are not air-inhibited even when relatively low intensity light sources are used. The UV10LC-12 has superior adhesion to a wide variety of similar and dissimilar substrates. These include glass, ceramic, metals, selected rubbers, ABS, acrylics, polycarbonates, etc. It has remarkable resistance to long-term exposure to water, salt solutions, many other aggressive organic, as well as inorganic chemicals. Master Bond UV10LC-12 is easy to apply, and is available for use in pint, quart, gallon, and 5-gallon containers. It is also available in syringe applicators. It has a six-month shelf life in unopened containers at 75F.

Master Bond

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-582

Miniature Open-Frame Solenoids

Maximum forces in excess of 3.5 lbs

Approximately 20 x 10 x 12 mm, the C5 miniature open-frame linear solenoids family is one of the smallest solenoids introduced to date by Saia-Burgess Inc. Available configurations include magnetic latching rated for forces up to 3 lbs, or a standard on/off version rated for use with forces in excess of 3.5 lbs. Due to its small size and low power consumption, the C5 is reportedly suited for battery-operated applications. The magnetic latching version is designed for very low duty cycle applications where the solenoid needs to remain in the energized position for extended periods of time.

Saia-Burgess Inc.

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-583

Micro-Orifices®

Precision orifices

The product line consists of 15,000 unique orifice selections. Brass or stainless steel assemblies have orifice sizes from 0.004 to 0.125 inches. Operating pressure ranges from vacuum to 4,000 psig. Orifice flow data and engineering parameters are included in the technical literature. The Micro-Orifices^® line is also available in both brass or stainless steel material. Standard size orifices range from 0.0003 to 0.0035 inches, and custom sizes to customer specifications are also available. Complete technical literature can be found in Catalog 11.

O'Keefe Controls Co.

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-584

Two-Component Epoxy Resin

For the assembly of disposable and reusable medical devices

With full USP Class VI Certification, the EP21LV (3/5) is a unique flexible epoxy resin compound that is 100 percent reactive and does not contain any solvents or other volatile ingredients. It cures readily at ambient or more quickly at moderately elevated temperatures. The service temperature range extends from as low as -80F to above 250F. The compound also offers excellent bonding characteristics to metals, ceramic, glass, most polymers, and elastomers. The gap-filling behavior is most attractive for sealing as well as bonding applications. Lap shear strength to many different substrates used for the manufacture of medical devices exceeds 1,400 psi with elongations in excess of 25 percent. The excellent electrical insulation characteristics, superior impact strength, and retention of pertinent performance properties are reportedly valuable upon prolonged exposures to adverse environmental conditions. Additionally, the cured EP21LV (3/5) epoxy features remarkably high dimensional stability and durability.

Master Bond

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-585

Miniature Check Valves

Brass or stainless steel

An economy line of zero differential check valves has been introduced. The assemblies are available as 10-32 set screw types, or as male/female 10-32 adapter types. Body materials are brass or stainless steel. The set screw types are useful in manifold constructions and the 10-32 adapter style is an in-line component. Pressure rating on the in-line adapter unit is vacuum to 125 psig. The set screw type can be used in manifolds at pressures up to 1,000 psig. The miniature check valve line is included in a newly published Catalog CV-1 R1.

O'Keefe Controls Co.

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-586

Thread Sealant

Inert to aggressive chemicals

LOX-8 is formulated into a paste (a thread sealant) or a grease (an antigalling agent for stainless steel), both of which are compatible with gaseous and liquid oxygen. LOX-8 is hydrophobic, and is intended for use in the presence of water and humid conditions, as well as in nonaqueous applications. It is also non-migrating, so it stays where it is applied.

Fluoramics Inc.

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-587

Flowmeter Battery Pack/Stands

For various models

The Model 4199 battery pack/stand is a new accessory for all LCD display TSI flowmeters: Models 4040, 4043, 4045, 4046, 4140, 4143, 4146, 41403, and 41433. Powered with only six alkaline batteries, the battery pack/stand allows the flowmeter to be used in areas where ac power is not available or inconvenient. Priced at only $100 (100 Euros) each, the Model 4199 battery pack/stand is available for order at the company's website.

TSI Flowmeters

http://rbi.ims.ca/4404-588