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ASTM F641 : 98a

Standard Specification for Implantable Epoxy Electronic Encapsulants

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1.1 This specification covers thermoset plastics based on diglycidyl ethers of bisphenol A and amino functional curing agents or amine catalysts.

1.2 The epoxy encapsulants covered by this specification are intended to provide a tissue-compatible protective covering for implantable medical devices such as pulse generators, telemetry devices and RF receivers. The biocompatibility of epoxy plastics has not been established. Epoxy plastic is a generic term relating to the class of polymers formed from epoxy resins, certain curing agents or catalysts and various additives. Since many compositions and formulations fall under this category, it is essential that the fabricator assure safety of implantability of the specific composition or formulation for the intended use by current state-of-the-art test methods. This specification can be used as a basis for standardized evaluation of biocompatibility for such implantable encapsulants.

1.3 The encapsulants covered by this specification are for use in devices intended as long-term implants.

1.4 Limitations- This specification covers only the initial qualification of epoxy encapsulants for implantable electronic circuitry. Some of the requirements are not applicable to routine lot to lot quality control.

General Information

Status : Historical
Standard Type: Main
Document No: ASTM F641 : 98a
Document Year: 1998
Pages: 4
Edition: a
  • Section Volume:
  • 13.01 Volume 13.01 Medical and Surgical Materials and Devices (I): E667 - F2477

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