Circumferential Fiber Tubing
High strength-to-weight ratio
PolyMed® Circumferential Fiber Orientation tubing utilizes multidirectional fibers oriented both helically and axially, with thermoset resin as the matrix. Our most popular product for medical device applications, PolyMed® CW tubing provides increased hoop reinforcement resulting in a high strength-to-weight ratio.
Key Features
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Improved hoop strength
- Outstanding dielectric properties
- Electromagnetically transparent
- Proven bio-compatibility
- USP Class VI and ISO 10993 compliant
- Non-reflective characteristics
- Compatible with conventional sterilization processes
Circumferential fiber properties
Technical Specifications
| Tensile Strength ASTM D638 | 80 ksi |
|---|---|
| Tensile Modulus ASTM D638 | 5 msi |
| Flexural Strength at 25 Degrees C ASTM D790 | 60 ksi |
| Flexural Modulus at 25 Degrees C ASTM D790 | 4 msi |
| Dielectric Strength | 300 V/mil |
| Water Absorption as % weight produced | 0.1 |
| Dielectric strength after 16 hours water soak | 250 V/mil |
| Dielectric strength after 20 autoclave cycles and 16 Hour water soak | 150 V/mil |
Fabrication Specifications
| Minimum Wall Thickness | 0.018 in | 0.457 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum ID | 0.075 in | 1.905 mm |
| Maximum OD | 0.625 in | 15.875 mm |
| End Squareness | 0.005 in | 0.127 mm |
| Straightness | 0.020 in/ft | 0.500 mm/300mm |
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Any ratings are typical for design purposes. Final testing and approval is the customer's responsibility for their application. This information is derived from our testing and published data. There is no assurance of these properties, or warranty provided that these products are suitable for any particular purpose or operational situation.
Polygon certifies that their product will be free from material defect. Polygon will not accept any liability for loss, damages, or costs from use or misuse of our products.
Specifications are subject to change, and may be affected by our continual process of improvement. Changes may be made without prior announcement.



