Support without the Weight
Toray is leading the way in thermoset and thermoplastic composite materials for the medical industry.
Lightweight and Strong Composite Materials for Medical Applications
Medical professionals trust Toray for high strength-to-weight ratio materials, x-ray transparency, excellent cosmetic finishes, and more. Dedicated to continually investing in product development, we offer a portfolio of thermoset and thermoplastic materials developed specifically for medical applications including:
- X-ray couches, tables, and mammography plates
- MRI scanners and CT scanner components
- Surgical target devices and tools
- Prosthetics (springs)
- Orthotics (anterior foot, podiatric correcting in-soles, braces)
- Walking aids and wheelchairs
Features of Our Materials
Toray continually invests in product development for the medical industry, staying on the leading edge of product development. The benefits of our materials include:
X-Ray Transparency
Our thermoset and thermoplastic carbon prepregs are specifically engineered to allow x-ray transparency while maintaining the inherent lightweight and strength characteristics of composite materials.
Excellent Dampening and Shock Attenuation
Toray thermoplastic and thermoset composites maintain their stiffness and rigidity while providing exceptional dampening.
Cosmetic Finish
Toray's thermoplastic and thermoset materials for the medical market are designed to provide a high-quality, long-lasting surface finish.
Suitable for Steam Sterilization
Toray's composite materials are designed to withstand a lifetime of steam sterilization cycles.
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Resources
Toray Guide to Composites—Volume One
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Material Formats
Continually investing in product development, we have a portfolio of thermoset and thermoplastic materials that have been developed specifically for use within medical applications.
Woven Prepregs
Fabrication of medical components and devices are simplified through the use of medium temperature curing prepregs, providing high strength with easy processing. Available in carbon or glass reinforcements.
Uni-directional Tapes
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Thermoplastic Laminate Parts
Laminates allow various plies to be oriented and consolidated, and also allow rapid thermoforming. Using CAD/CAM programming and the latest waterjet technology, component parts are cut quickly and efficiently from the laminates.
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