| A very high purity, sub-micron grain sized zirconia toughened alumina matrix composite ceramic. Composed of a 99.9% alumina and 3mol% yttria partially stabilized zirconia (Y-PSZ), produced specifically for surgical implant devices. Prime Features: - Ultra-fine sub-micron grain size
- Homogeneous microstructure
- High Mechanical strength
- High fracture toughness
- High levels of QA and traceability.
Typical Applications:- Joint replacement components
- Femoral heads to match cup liners of same material, HIP Vitox or UHMWPE
- Cup liners
- Other implantable devices
Production Capabilities: - 26 to 60 mm head diameters with various neck length and taper options
- Taper lock cup inserts for 28 to 72 mm heads
- Hemispherical designs for 28 to 68 mm heads
- Custom design femoral heads and cup inserts to OEM requirements
Information provided by Morgan Advanced Materials |
