Application Specialties
Application Specialties
AMC utilizes a range of coating application techniques. Each coating technique offers unique advantages and is tailored to specific medical device applications. By selecting the appropriate method, manufacturers can enhance device performance, improve biocompatibility, and meet regulatory requirements in the medical field.
Spray Coating
Spray coating involves the application of a liquid coating material using a spray nozzle to create a thin, even layer on the surface of a medical device.
Applications include:
- Catheters and Guidewires
- Surgical Instruments
Ultrasonic Coating
Ultrasonic coating utilizes high-frequency sound waves to create fine droplets of coating material, which are then applied to the surface of a medical device. The ultrasonic energy atomizes the liquid, allowing for a uniform and controlled application.
Applications include:
- Fine Gauge Needles
- Microelectronic Devices
- Sensitive Instruments
Dip Coating
Dip coating involves immersing a medical device into a liquid coating material, allowing the coating to adhere to the surface as it is withdrawn. This method can provide a thick and uniform layer.
Applications include:
- Surgical Gloves
- Tubing
- Surgical Devices
Plasma-Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD)
PECVD is a technique that uses plasma to chemically react gaseous precursors and deposit thin films on the surface of medical devices. This process allows for precise control over the coating’s thickness and composition.
Applications include:
- Biocompatible Coatings
- Antimicrobial Coatings
- Barrier Films
Ultra-Thin Coatings
High Volume Coatings
Utilizing their extensive coating experience, AMC is able to coat both small volumes of medical devices—such as those in the design and testing phase—and large volumes, always with a lens toward scaling coating procedures to accommodate production in the millions.