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Ti-Med 3 - Type III Titanium Anodizing for the Medical Industry |
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Titanium Anodizing - Overview |
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Titanium Anodizing
is often used in the metal finishing of products, especially
those used in the medical device and aerospace industries. For a process
that provides the advantages of hardening see our Ti-Med 2, TYPE II Titanium Anodizing. Ti-Med 3 colors the surface of titanium components without altering the
mechanical
properties
of
the metal. Imparting lasting color to a component's surface allows
the
easy identification of devices and parts. The benefits of this are
essential in surgical applications and in the assembly of complex
electronic or mechanical devices. Titanium is an extremely hard,
durable metal used in a variety of applications. Titanium anodizing
is a specialized capability which is not standard throughout the
metal finishing industry. It is, however, essential to engineers
and manufacturers who are relying more and more on the strength and
applicability of
titanium products in today's high-tech markets. |
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Process |
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Anodizing Titanium itself is a process that adjusts the oxide level of metal surfaces. This adjustment changes the spectrum of light, resulting in perceived color. By precisely controlling the surface oxide level, an entire range of colors can be produced. Titanium anodizing is not a coating, nor does it use dyes. Voltage applied to the part through fixturing, in an electrolytic bath, controls the color. Therefore, the integrity and properties of the base metal along with its suitability in biomedical applications are not compromised. The Electrolizing Corporation of Ohio has developed its own process, TiMed 3, Type III titanium anodizing. The discovery of a proprietary chemical compound produced better, more efficient results and helped eliminate residuals from the anodized metal surface. The process is non-polluting and offers a wider range of colors than conventional methods. Electrolizing's method also offers greater process control for precise, cost-effective titanium anodizing. We dedicate ourselves to continually develop processes to anodize difficult titanium alloys like the high strength Ti-15Mo and uncommon materials like Niobium. |
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ISO 10993 Testing |
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Our
Ti Anodizing processes have been tested by our customers on implant
devices they manufacture that must meet ISO 10993 standards. Since
we do not manufacture devices, it is up to each individual customer
to independently test their device/coating option to comply with
ISO 10993. |
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Applications
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Color coding of
components and devices greatly reduces errors in assembly or use.
In medical and dental applications, color coding for size allows
instant recognition of needed parts when time and accuracy are critical.
Orthopedic implants, dental implants, medical instruments
and device components can be coded with standardized or specialty
colors to increase efficiency during surgery. In aerospace or other
highly technical applications, color coding provides unambiguous
identification of parts for ease, speed and accuracy of assembly. |
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