Uses
AM 90 Pt / 10 Ir is a commonly used alloy in the medical field. Often used in medically implanted devices, AM 90 Pt / 10 Ir features excellent bio-compatible properties, such as radiopacity, moderate strength, and good formability, and is approved for internal use by the FDA.
Brazing Characteristics
AM 90 Pt / 10 Ir is a medical grade precious metal alloy that can be supplied in an annealed, stress relieved, or cold worked condition. Available in wire, strip, tubing, marker bands.
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Specifications
Produced in accordance to ASTM B684 Specifications.
Forms Available
Wire, Ultra-Fine Wire (under .005: Diameter), marker bands, strip, tubing, Foil, Sheet, and Preformed shapes; rings, washers, discs, shims, specialty shapes. Two dimensional shapes can be Laser-cut and/or machined with EDM though parts must be cleaned prior to brazing.
Alloy Details
- Solidus: 3272 F / 1800 C
Nominal Composition
- Pt: 90%
- Ir: 10%
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