VESTAKEEP® iC 4630 R is a black, rod stock based, medium viscosity polyether ether ketone (PEEK). It contains 30% carbon fiber to increase stiffness.
Biocompatibility
VESTAKEEP® iC 4630 R is especially designed for long term implantable medical devices. The compound composition is optimized for high biocompatibility and mechanical, thermal and chemical resistance.
VESTAKEEP® iC 4630 R is a development material, biocompatibility testing is planned.
The biocompatibility testing program will follows ISO 10993-1 recommendations for permanent tissue/bone contact and USP Class VI.
Typical Applications
- spinal cages
- interference screws
- facial implants for facial bone fractures
- stents
- suture anchors
- access ports
- heart valves
- small joints
Benefits at a glance
- Biocompatibility
- Biostability
- Sterilization compatible
- Modulus similar to bone
- Wear comfort due to light weight and low thermal conductivity
- Lower stress-shielding effect
- No x-ray artifacts and/or adjustable opacity
- Metal-free
- Low water absorption
- Resistant to chemicals Injection molding and extrusion compatible
- Good processability and machinability