IBOA Free
What does IBOA Free mean?
IBOA free refers to adhesives formulated without isobornyl acrylate (IBOA). IBOA is a commonly used reactive diluent in UV-curing adhesives but is classified as skin sensitizing. IBOA-free formulations are particularly important in medical technology, where highest safety standards are required.
Properties of IBOA-Free Adhesives
- Reduced skin sensitization potential for users
- Skin-friendly formulations for medical devices
- Biocompatibility according to ISO 10993 standards
- Improved workplace safety in medical production
- Equivalent mechanical properties
- Fast UV curing like IBOA-containing systems
Medical Technology Applications
- Hearing aids: Safe housing bonding without skin irritation
- Disposable medical products: Syringes, catheters and infusion systems
- Wearable devices: Skin-close sensors and patches
- Optical devices: Endoscopes and magnifiers without outgassing
- Dental medicine: Dental instruments and implants
Regulatory Advantages
- FDA-compliant formulations for US medical market
- CE marking: Compliance with European medical standards
- ISO 10993: Biocompatibility testing passed
- Reduced documentation requirements for approvals
- Simplified risk assessment for medical devices
Alternative Reactive Diluents for Medical Technology
- Medical-qualified acrylates without sensitizing potential
- Biocompatible reactive diluents according to USP Class VI
- Specially developed formulations for skin contact
- Low outgassing systems for sterile environments
DELO Medical Adhesives
- Comprehensive portfolio of IBOA-free medical adhesives
- DELO PHOTOBOND IBOA-free: UV-curing specialty systems
- Biocompatibility certifications according to international standards
- Customized solutions for specific medical devices
Processing Advantages in Medical Technology
- Dispensing Valves: Sterile and precise application
- Activis Technology: Contactless processing in clean rooms
- Reduced protective equipment requirements
- Improved employee safety in production
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