Surgical Instrument Set - Titanium Case Study
Case study: titanium orthopaedic surgical instrument set.
Case Facts
| Application | Surgical Instruments |
|---|---|
| Material | Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V |
| Processes | 5-axis-machining, surface-finishing |
| Standards | ISO 13485 |
Challenge
Set of 12 orthopaedic instruments required: lightweight, autoclavable, corrosion-resistant, ergonomic.
Solution
CNC machined from Grade 5 bar and plate. Ergonomic handle contours via 5-axis. Passivated per ASTM F86. Laser marked.
Result
40% lighter than stainless equivalent. Withstood 1000+ autoclave cycles. Surgeon-validated ergonomics.