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Spectra® UF BIO Fiber Now Available
Spectra® UF BIO is 100% Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) ultra-fine (UF) fiber that offers exceptional flexibility, strength, and durability as compared to polyester, nylon and other commonly used materials.
Spectra UF BIO offers a stronger, thinner solution that’s ideal for even the smallest cardiovascular devices. It’s biocompatible, chemically inert ,and offers superior resistance to fatigue and abrasion compared to polyester - extending the life of in-body devices.
| Product | Dtex | Denier | Denier/Filament | Tenacity (g/den) | Breaking Strength (lbs.) | Modulus (g/den) | Elongation (%) | Twist (TPI) | Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5) |
| Spectra UF BIO25 | 25 | 22.5 | 1.3 | 45.5 | 2.2 | 1,730 | 2.9 | 1 | 0 |
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