Polymer Additive

BioClear™

Developed using Somos^® BioClear™, this material is engineered to mimic the properties of engineering plastics, elastomers, and composites, offering excellent durability and precision.

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Material Overview

BioClear™ is a specialized SLA (Stereolithography) material designed for producing high-quality, non-implant medical device prototypes. Ideal for non-implant medical applications with limited body contact, BioClear ensures that prototypes are safe, reliable, and shatter-resistant, providing added protection during shipping, accidental drops, or surgical procedures.

Key Features:

Shatter-Resistant: Ensures prototypes remain intact during transport, handling, or use in medical environments.
Medical Certifications: BioClear™ meets ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10, and USP Class VI certifications, making it suitable for prototyping medical devices with strict safety standards.
Supplier Traceability: Includes tracking and tracing of original suppliers for added quality control and assurance.
Transparent Finish: The material offers a clear, transparent finish, ideal for creating medical models and device prototypes that require visual clarity.

Color Options: Transparent

Property	ASTM	Metric Units
Tensile Strength	D638M	41.7 - 53.6 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity, Youngs Modulus	D638M	2,650 - 2,880 MPa
Elongation at Break (%)	D638M	11-20%
Flexural Strength	D790M	63.1 - 74.2 MPa
Flexural Modulus	D790M	2,040 - 2,370 MPa
IZOD Impact (notched)	D256A	0.2 - 0.3 J/m
Heat Deflection Temperature at .45 MPa/66 psi (°C)	D648	45-54 °C

SLA Technology

SLA (Stereolithography) is a cutting-edge 3D printing technology that uses a UV laser to cure liquid resin into highly detailed and precise solid parts. Known for its ability to create smooth, accurate, and complex designs, SLA is widely used across industries for a variety of applications, from prototyping to final-use parts.

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Applications

BioClear™ provides the perfect combination of strength, transparency, and certification compliance, making it an essential material for medical device prototyping. Whether you’re developing tools or instruments for healthcare, BioClear™ offers the reliability and precision your project needs.

Medical Device Prototypes: Ideal for creating durable, accurate prototypes for medical devices that have limited contact with the body.

Advantages:

Shatter-Resistant: BioClear™ is durable and impact-resistant, ensuring that prototypes won’t break during shipping, handling, or use in medical procedures, making it ideal for delicate environments.
Medical Certifications: Complies with ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-10, and USP Class VI certifications, ensuring safety and suitability for non-implant medical applications with limited body contact.
Transparency: The material offers a clear finish, making it ideal for visual clarity in medical prototypes, such as device housings or components that require transparency.
Mimics Engineering Plastics: BioClear™ simulates the properties of engineering plastics, elastomers, and composites, offering flexibility and toughness in a variety of medical device prototypes.

Disadvantages:

Non-Biocompatible: While BioClear™ is suitable for non-implant medical devices, it is not designed for long-term body contact or implantable applications, limiting its use in certain medical fields.
Limited Applications: Since BioClear™ is specifically engineered for medical device prototyping, its use outside of medical or healthcare industries may be limited.
Post-Processing Needs: Depending on the application, post-processing may be required to achieve the desired finish or additional functionality, adding time and effort to the production process.

Somos® is a registered trademark, and BioClear™ is a trademark of Stratasys Ltd. References to BioClear™ or Somos® BioClear™ are used strictly for cross-reference, technical material identification, and compatibility purposes. This website is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Stratasys Ltd.

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