Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) In Medical Device Industry

Engineering plastic medical devices are transforming the healthcare industry. The growth of polymers has transformed the market, with plastic medical devices steadily replacing other materials such as glass, ceramics and metals where applicable.

PEEK (polyether ether ketone) plastics are widely used in the medical device industry due to their excellent mechanical properties, biocompatibility, resistance to chemicals and high temperatures. Examples include PEEK surgical instruments, PEEK surgical fixators, and PEEK medical handles.

PEEK plastics offer several advantages for medical devices, including their radiopacity (compatibility with X-rays), high strength-to-weight ratio, chemical resistance and biocompatibility. These properties make PEEK a versatile and reliable material choice for a variety of medical applications.