Lubrizol launches Tolerathane TPU for implantable medical devices
Lubrizol launches Tolerathane TPU, a new medical-grade material engineered to meet the evolving demands of implantable medical devices.
Tolerathane TPU delivers enhanced biostability, softness, and design flexibility for implantable medical device applications.
Compared to other TPU materials, Tolerathane TPU offers unparalleled tolerance to harsh biological conditions while maintaining superior softness, mechanical resilience, and seamless integration into standard thermoplastics processing compared to currently available TPU materials.
Tolerathane TPU opens new possibilities for advanced device design for a range of applications, including neuromodulation & cardiac leads, structural heart implants, percutaneous catheters and cables, and implanted textiles.
Performance benefits of Tolerathane TPU include:
Boosted biostability: Superior tolerance to oxidative and hydrolytic attack compared to currently available TPU materials
Softness without sacrifice: Enhanced biostability at the softest durometers while offering good mechanical properties
Scaled for customization: Seamlessly integrates with typical thermal processing methods and offers tunability for optimized performance
A Thermoplastic alternative to silicone: Enables thinner wall designs that support device miniaturization and design flexibility
“As a pioneer in thermoplastic polyurethane innovation, Lubrizol continues to meet the evolving needs of modern healthcare—delivering materials that enable innovative medical devices and developing the next-generation TPU for implantable medical devices,” said Jennifer Green, Sr. Global Technical Business Development Manager and Commercial Lead for Tolerathane TPU.
