What is Nitinol Tube?
Nitinol tubing is revolutionizing the design of pacemaker electrodes, offering advanced solutions for patients who rely on these critical devices for long-term heart health. Nitinol, a nickel-titanium alloy, is known for its exceptional shape memory effect, biocompatibility, and flexibility, making it an ideal material for pacemaker electrodes that need to function efficiently and consistently within the human body for many years.
Pacemaker electrodes play a crucial role in regulating the heart’s rhythm, and using Nitinol tubing in these electrodes ensures that the devices perform reliably over time while maintaining patient safety. At Victory Supplier, we offer high-quality Nitinol tubing specifically engineered for pacemaker electrodes and other cardiac implant technologies, ensuring optimal performance, flexibility, and long-lasting health benefits for heart patients.
Tubing Actual Performance Af Temperature | For finished tubes with an outer diameter of 0.25-9.0mm, after cutting a section of the tube, the actual recovery temperature can be tested using the bending recovery method specified in ASTM F2082/F2082M-16. |
| Surface Condition | Outer Surface: Oxidized state, ground state Inner Surface: Clean state |
| Tubing Length | Length can be precisely specified or arbitrarily specified; for arbitrary lengths, the maximum and minimum lengths can be negotiated with sales or technical personnel. |
| Straightness | The requirements and test methods for straightness can be agreed upon with sales or technical personnel. |
| Internal and External Surface Defects | The requirements for surface defects can be agreed upon with sales or technical personnel. |
| Typical Applications | Medical: Hypo tubes, camera tubes, stents, baskets, catheters |
Features of Nitinol Tube
Shape Memory Effect: One of the key advantages of Nitinol tubing is its shape memory effect, which allows it to return to a pre-defined shape when exposed to specific temperatures. This property makes Nitinol an ideal choice for pacemaker electrodes, as it allows the electrode lead to be safely and effectively deployed into the body, ensuring it adapts to the heart’s specific requirements.
Superior Biocompatibility: Nitinol is highly biocompatible, meaning it is well-tolerated by the body and does not trigger adverse reactions. This feature is crucial for pacemaker electrodes, which need to stay within the body for long periods without causing inflammation, irritation, or other complications.
Flexibility and Durability: Nitinol tubing offers superior flexibility, allowing pacemaker electrodes to navigate the complex heart anatomy during insertion. It also provides long-term durability under the stresses of bodily movement and mechanical pressure, ensuring that the pacemaker electrodes remain securely in place without failure.
Fatigue Resistance: Nitinol's ability to resist fatigue means that it can endure the continuous mechanical stress and movement inside the body, particularly in the heart, where electrodes are subject to repeated motion and pressure. This reduces the risk of electrode failure, extending the life of pacemaker devices.
Corrosion Resistance: The corrosion-resistant nature of Nitinol is vital for pacemaker electrodes, which are exposed to bodily fluids and other environmental factors inside the body. This resistance ensures that the electrodes remain effective and durable over long periods, providing continuous heart health support.
Pipe specifications
| Tubing Inner Diameter (mm) | Wall Thickness (mm) | Tolerance Range (mm) | Length (mm) |
| 9-4 | 4-0.5 | ±0.035 | 500 |
| 4-2 | 0.5-0.2 | ±0.030 | 500 |
| 2-1 | 0.3-0.15 | ±0.020 | Above 1000 |
| 1-0.5 | 0.2-0.1 | ±0.010 | 1000-2000 |
| 0.5-0.25 | 0.1-0.05 | ±0.005 | 1000-2000 |
*Can be adjusted according to customer requirements
Advantages of Nitinol Tube
Precise Deployment: Nitinol tubing’s shape memory effect ensures that pacemaker electrodes can be deployed with precision, adapting to the required position within the heart’s complex anatomy. This makes it easier for medical professionals to position the electrodes without excessive manipulation, reducing the risk of complications.
Long-Term Performance: The biocompatibility, flexibility, and fatigue resistance of Nitinol tubing ensure that pacemaker electrodes remain functional and stable over the long term. This is particularly important for pacemaker patients, who rely on these devices for ongoing heart health and rhythm regulation.
Patient Comfort: Nitinol’s flexibility and low profile allow pacemaker electrodes to conform to the natural movement of the heart and surrounding tissue, reducing discomfort for patients and ensuring smoother integration with the body’s systems.
Minimized Risk of Complications: The corrosion resistance of Nitinol reduces the risk of material degradation, which can lead to inflammation, infection, or device failure. This significantly lowers the risk of complications and enhances the longevity and safety of pacemaker electrodes.
Reduced Need for Adjustments: The durability and stability of Nitinol tubing reduce the need for frequent adjustments or replacements of pacemaker electrodes. This results in a more reliable treatment with fewer surgeries, which is beneficial both for patients and healthcare providers.
Applications of Nitinol Tube
Pacemaker Lead Electrodes: Nitinol tubing is widely used in the construction of pacemaker leads, which are responsible for delivering electrical impulses to the heart to regulate its rhythm. The shape memory effect ensures that the electrodes conform perfectly to the heart's size and position, improving the effectiveness of the pacemaker.
Cardiac Defibrillator Electrodes: Nitinol tubing is also used in cardiac defibrillator electrodes, where it plays a critical role in ensuring the electrode is stable, flexible, and corrosion-resistant. These electrodes are essential for delivering shocks to restore normal heart rhythm in the event of arrhythmias.
Leadless Pacemakers: Nitinol is increasingly used in leadless pacemaker designs, where the electrode and the pacemaker device are integrated into one small unit, minimizing the need for traditional leads. The flexibility and biocompatibility of Nitinol allow for a more compact, efficient design.
Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT): Nitinol tubing is utilized in CRT devices that help synchronize the heart’s contractions, improving the function of the heart in patients with heart failure. The fatigue resistance of Nitinol ensures the longevity of these devices even under constant mechanical stress.
ABOUT US
Victory Alloy Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer specializing in medical alloy materials, with a dedicated focus on the research, development and production of high-performance biomedical alloys.
Our primary product range includes medical-grade titanium alloys, Nitinol (nickel-titanium alloy), cobalt-chromium (CoCr) alloys, platinum-iridium (Pt-Ir) alloys, and medical stainless steel. These high-quality alloys are widely applied in a broad spectrum of medical fields, such as cardiovascular stents, orthopedic implants, interventional guidewires, dental implants, surgical instruments, and disposable medical auxiliary devices. Boasting outstanding biocompatibility, strong corrosion resistance and excellent mechanical properties, our products have won consistent praise from customers across the board.
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We welcome client visits to showcase our manufacturing and testing processes. Clients can explore our facility, discuss specific needs, and learn about our quality control methods. Our team ensures a personalized experience to meet your exact requirements for medical applications.
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Quality Testing of the Product
Our product undergoes strict testing for tensile strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility to ensure reliable performance in joint implants. We use advanced methods to verify its safety and durability, and all products meet international medical standards for consistent, long-term use in the body.
FAQ
Who is your company?
We are a leading supplier of high-quality Nitinol alloy wire, specializing in providing durable, biocompatible materials for orthopedic joint replacements and other medical applications.How can I contact your company?
Phone: +86 132 1868 0935
Whatsapp: +86 13218680935
Email: victory@dlx-alloy.com
Why is Nitinol used in pacemaker electrodes?
Nitinol is ideal for pacemaker electrodes due to its shape memory effect, biocompatibility, and flexibility. It allows for precise placement of the electrodes within the heart while maintaining long-term durability and patient safety.
How does Nitinol’s shape memory effect benefit pacemaker electrodes?
The shape memory effect of Nitinol allows pacemaker electrodes to conform to the specific shape and size of the heart’s anatomy once deployed. This ensures a secure fit, optimal performance, and reduces the need for frequent adjustments.
How long do pacemaker electrodes made with Nitinol last?
Pacemaker electrodes made with Nitinol are designed for long-term implantation, often lasting many years without significant wear or degradation, thanks to Nitinol's fatigue resistance and corrosion resistance.
Is Nitinol safe for long-term implantation in the body?
Yes, Nitinol is highly biocompatible, making it safe for long-term implantation in the body. It is resistant to corrosion and is widely used in medical devices like pacemaker electrodes, which remain in the body for extended periods.
How can I contact Victory Supplier for Nitinol tubing used in pacemaker electrodes?
You can contact us through our website or by email. Our team is happy to assist with any questions regarding Nitinol tubing for pacemaker electrodes, provide quotes, or discuss customization options.
