Braided Implantable Medical Textiles
A process in which three or more yarns are entwined with one another so that they cross one another to make continuous narrow strands, much like rope. A braid structure or pattern can incorporate flexible materials such as textile fibers, yarns, or wire, referred to as ends or carriers on the machine. The simplest possible braid is a flat, solid, three-end structure. More complex braids can be constructed with additional ends, such as an even number of ends, to create a wider range of round cords or hollow structures. Wider ribbon-like bands use an odd number of ends and, depending on the braid angle, may resemble a woven pattern.
As trusted and industry-leading suture suppliers, ATEX Technologies leverages advanced braiding techniques to produce high-quality, durable braids tailored to meet the precise needs of medical device applications
Key characteristics of braided textiles:
- High strength
- Low profile
- Versatility
- Chinese finger cuff ability
Benefits in implantable medical devices:
- High strength
- Low creep
- Low elongation
- Flexibility
- Low profile
Braided fabrics can be customized to various biomedical structures, including:
- Sutures
- Conduits/Sleeves
- Tapes/Slit Tapes
- Braid over Core
- Cables
- Looped Cables and Braids
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