The effect of sterilization methods on plastics and elastomers
Contributors: Knovel (Firm)
Series: PDL handbook series; PDL handbook series
Publisher: Plastics Design Library
Published: 1994
Place of publication: Morris, N.Y
Language: eng
Number of pages: 470
ISBN-13: 9781591242819
Copyright date: 1994
Subjects: Polymers in medicine; Tables; Polymers; Chemical resistance; Elastomers; Radiation sterilization; Medical supplies; Sterilization; Medical instruments and apparatus; Biomedical materials; Testing; Effect of radiation on
Description: This handbook presents a compilation that illustrates how sterilization methods, and their assistant media, affect the properties and characteristics 69 different plastics and elastomers. The four commonly used methods of sterilization are Ethylene Oxide, Irradiation, Steam and Dry Heat. The data provided ranges from a general overview of the compatibility of various plastics and elastomers to sterilization methods to detailed discussions and test results. Additional data is presented that includes the resistance of plastics and elastomers, chemicals used in sterilization, and other fluids of medical significance. Information for each test is provided, as well as information for many sterilization methods and material combinations. Data appear in textual, tabular, and graphical forms. Tables and graphs provide detailed test results.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Also available on CD-ROM as part of Plastics and rubbers data collection; Plastics Design Library/William Andrew, 1998.

Electronic reproduction. Norwich, N.Y. : Knovel, 2001. Available via the World Wide Web. Access restricted to users at licensed institutions.