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Medical Test Strips
Polyester film offers unique benefits when used as the substrate for medical test strips:
- Inert and plasticiser free: no migration of species to the surface over time.
- High stiffness: thinner films retain rigidity when inserted into reading devices.
- Dimensionally stable to changes in humidity.
- Dimensionally stable to changes in temperature, which can be further improved by subsequent annealing: retain tight registration during strip printing.
- Tight caliper control: reliable insertion into reading devices.
- On some grades, the film surface can be modified to improve ink adhesion or to make the surface hydrophilic.
We offer a wide range of Melinex®, and Mylar® films that are suitable for medical test strips. These include:
- Brilliant white with high opacity, translucent white, matte and glossy clear films
- Low shrinkage and ultra-low shrinkage films
- Films which are uncoated, primed for adhesion of dielectric ink, or gelatin-coated for hydrophilicity
For each new application we work together with our customers to identify the solution and operate within our established Medical Policy guidelines (see pdf download below). Our experience has given us a clear understanding of the exacting requirements of the medical industry such as:
- Product consistency
- Raw materials control
- Traceability
- Continuity of supply
Our in-house polymer manufacture gives us a clear advantage in meeting these requirements. With a Six SigmaTM skillbase to enhance our proven track record, DuPont Teijin Films is your ideal partner in the Medical Diagnostic business.
Caution: Do not use in medical applications involving permanent implantation in the human body. For other medical applications see 'Medical Caution Statement' pdf download below.
Downloads (PDF Format)
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