Titanium, Inox, Dumoxel®, Dumastar®, Antimagnetic. Have you ever considered the many metal alloys used in surgical instruments and laboratory tools and wondered which is ideal for your requirements? Here's a quick recap.

Stainless Steel (Inox)

 Why is Stainless Steel (Inox) the Standard Alloy for Surgical Instruments? Our regular line of instruments is made with high-quality materials. They are constructed from austenitic 316 steel, sometimes known as "surgical steel" or "marine grade steel." Stainless steel, often known as Inox (from the French term "inoxydable"), is a popular material for biomedical implants and body piercing jewellery because it is very corrosion resistant. It meets ASTM F138 standards. This Peak Surgical range is a great substitute for German surgical equipment. The high-quality, corrosion-resistant equipment cost a fraction of the price of comparable German surgical instruments made of the same steel. Because stainless steel, magnetic alloy has strong corrosion resistance and salt resistance, it is well suited for medical applications. It can withstand temperatures of up to 400°C and can be autoclaved at 180°C. Inox, which is nearly as strong as carbon steel, is a superb general-purpose alloy for surgical equipment.

Titanium:

Why Titanium Surgical Instruments Are Ideal for MRI and Corrosive Conditions Titanium alloy is 100% pro, highly corrosive, lightweight, and robust, making it perfect for biological and medical applications. Titanium possesses the tensile strength of carbon steel and is impervious to nitric acid, chloride, saltwater, and industrial and organic pollutants. Material is more dynamic and 40% lighter than Inox. Titanium alloy dimensions vary less than half as much as stainless steel alloy dimensions when heated or cooled, making Titanium surgical equipment far more durable. Titanium is stain-resistant and heat resistant up to 430°C. Titanium tools are the preferred material for use in corrosive conditions or MRI applications.

Dumostar®:

Dumostar, a Dumont Instruments patent, is more flexible and corrosion-resistant than the finest stainless steel. It resists mineral and organic acids, as well as salt corrosion. Dumostar is completely anti-magnetic and heat resistant up to 500°C. Dumostar is the least expensive and most suited alloy for laboratory instruments.

Antimagnetic Stainless Steel - With strong corrosion resistance, this alloy is 80% antimagnetic. It can withstand temperatures of up to 400°C and can be autoclaved at 270°C. Antimagnetic is not as tough as Inox.

Dumoxel®:

Dumoxel is a sulphuric environment, hydrochloric acid, mineral, and organic acid resistant material developed by Dumont Tools. Dumoxel is very flexible, antimagnetic, and stain resistant. It can withstand temperatures of up to 400°C and can be autoclaved at 270°C. Dumoxel is the most often used Dumont alloy for tooling.

Carbide of Tungsten:

 In general, surgical instruments constructed of tungsten carbide that do the same sort of job as stainless steel equipment will last up to five times longer. Because of the increased service life, tungsten carbide surgical tools are more cost effective than cheaper counterparts.

Stainless steel that is antimagnetic:

Antimagnetic stainless steel is 80% antimagnetic and has strong corrosion resistance. It can withstand temperatures of up to 400°C. It is autoclavable at 270°C. Anti Magnetic force is not as tough as Inox.

Inserts made of tungsten carbide

In general, surgical tools with tungsten carbide inserts that do the same sort of job as stainless steel equipment will last up to five times longer. Because of the increased service life, tungsten carbide surgical tools are more cost-effective than cheaper counterparts.

Surgical Instruments with a Black Titanium Coating

The titanium nitride (TiN) shell of Peak Surgical black coated surgical tools is an extraordinarily hard ceramic material. These non-reflective tools are perfect for use with strong lighting or a microscope. Discover why this coating is useful for surgical tools.

Titanium nitride (TiN), an incredibly durable ceramic substance, is used to cover our black instruments. The TiN coating preserves and hardens the cutting edge. Ceramic covered anti-reflective equipment are ideal for microscopy and microsurgery. Coating surgical tools with black ceramic adds a thin coating to the metal instrument, making it tougher and more precise. This anti-glare finish reduces reflections from your instruments' surfaces. The very smooth coating increases the instruments' corrosion resistance and reduces friction. Because the raw material is physically and chemically attached to the instrument, the ceramic covering is essentially impermeable. These instruments are far more resistant to the rigours of everyday use and chemical processing. Coated instruments endure much longer.

 We guarantee that our instruments are free of material flaws. If any flaws are discovered, we will replace or fix them at our discretion, free of charge. The one-year guarantee is valid as long as the surgical instrument or product is utilised for its intended purpose and with adequate care. Peak Surgical offers a complete variety of surgical equipment, including the well-known Swiss-made Dumont Tweezers.