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ASTM F648-21

Standard Specification for Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene Powder and Fabricated Form for Surgical Implants

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Designation: ASTM F648-21

Publication date: 01/04/2021

Pages: 9

Country: American technical standard

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This specification covers ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) powder and fabricated forms for use in surgical implants. UHMWPE powder shall be of virgin polymer manufactured from a homopolymer of ethylene, while the fabricated forms shall be manufactured from the same UHMWPE powder without any stabilizers or processing aids. Tests for viscosity number, elongation stress, ash content, extraneous matter, and trace elements shall be performed for UHMWPE powders, while tests for density, ash content, tensile strength, yield strength, elongation, and impact strength shall be performed for fabricated forms. All tests shall conform to the requirements specified.

Keywords:
fabricated forms, powdered form, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene ,, ICS Number Code 11.040.40 (Implants for surgery, prothetics and orthotics),83.080.20 (Thermoplastic materials)

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