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Spi-Argent™

Infection Resistant Coating
  SPI-Argent
   
Spi-Argent™ is a nanocrystalline silver-based antimicrobial coating that can be applied to polymeric, ceramic or metallic medical devices. This minimally-leaching film reduces the potential for bacterial colonization without the drawbacks of other antimicrobials and antibiotics.

Benefits

  • Antimicrobial
    • Prevents bacterial colonization
    • Broad spectrum antimicrobial activity
    • Nanocrystalline
  • Minimally-Leaching
    • Long-lasting performance
    • Less irritating to tissue
    • Biocompatible
  • Applicable to Finished Devices
    • Adherent and durable
    • Low friction
    • Flexible
    • Deposited by a low temperature process
    • Cosmetically appealing

Representative Applications

  • Vascular grafts
  • Dental implants
  • Wound closure devices and dressings
  • Orthopedic implants
  • Fixation devices
  • Central venous catheters
  • Infusion ports
  • Subcutaneous cuffs
  • Urological stents & catheters
  • Drug delivery systems
  • Peritoneal dialysis devices
  • Hemodialysis products
  • Wound drainage catheters

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