1. The silica backbone can provide excellent thermal stability
Silicone has excellent thermal stability, allowing the equipment to maintain key performance even after sterilization. Silicone can be sterilized by high temperature steam sterilization, ethylene oxide sterilization (EtO) or gamma radiation.

2. Silica gel is an inert material
Silicones are generally inert to body fluids and drugs, and have no odor. The chemical structure of silicone meets USP Class VI and ISO 10993 standards.

3. Silica gel does not contain plasticizers or other organic additives
Plasticizers or other organic additives may have a negative impact on the delivered drug. If additives are present, they may migrate into the drug solution. The silica gel does not contain additives such as plasticizers or organic additives.

4. Silicone is durable
Silicone has good elasticity and recovery after puncture to reduce material fatigue. These key characteristics make silicone have a long service life, even under dynamic stress.

5. Silicone has low modulus
Silicone requires minimal insertion force to improve the smooth operation of the device-or easier to assemble when combined with other components.

6. Silicone can be formulated into various hardness
Silicone can be molded into various hardnesses to adapt to materials that are too hard or too soft, thereby increasing the possibility of improving ergonomics and comfort.

7. Silicone has a good design aesthetic
Many silicone elastomers are transparent in nature and are easily colored.

8. Silicone is easy to process
In addition to hardness and comfort and aesthetic functions, silicone also offers a series of customization options. The material can be applied to a variety of equipment and designs, from infusion catheters to incision valves to breathing masks. Other customizable options include tensile strength, coefficient of friction, curing time and elongation.

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