Silicones in medical electronics.

Stephen Bruner

NuSil Technology, Capinteria, California 93013, USA. steveb@nusil.com

Medical device technology 2008 Jan-Feb

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The use of silicones, although already extensive, is set to grow in medical electronics. Silicones used in medical device applications as tubing or moulded parts should also be considered for electronic applications in the same device. This article outlines the potential reduction in complexity that this solution offers. Benefits include eliminating negative materials interactions and avoiding bonding problems.