Henkel introduces instant adhesives for medical device applications
Henkel introduced two next-generation medical grade, Loctite 4011S and Loctite 4061S, cyanoacrylates-based instant adhesives that offer improved safety and performance.
Henkel introduced two new cyanoacrylates-based instant adhesives for medical applications.
The two grades are designed to meet the specifications of Loctite 4011 and 4061 for easier validation in existing medical applications.
The new products are formulated without CMR (carcinogenic, mutagenic or reproductively hazardous) ingredients. Both have been tested to ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards.
The adhesives develop handling strength in seconds on most substrates and provide high bond strength on a range of materials, including plastics, rubbers and metals. After 1,000 hours of exposure to 120°C heat, the new adhesives offer approximately 100% greater shear strength on steel than other instant adhesive formulations.
The new, heat-resistant instant adhesives are ideal for bonding various types of catheters, as well as tube sets, surgical robots and other medical housings.
