Medical tubing is one of the major applications of silicone and is used in devices such as respirators and intravenous drug. Apart from these, silicone are also used in ventilation masks, transfusion delivery systems, handles for surgical instruments, breading tubes, microphone holders for hearing aids, tube connector and many other.
Rising health concerns coupled with the increasing adoption of advanced technologies in the field of medicine for various applications have been stimulating the market revenue in the recent years. Rising infrastructure development in healthcare will allow the silicon wire and cable manufacturers to expand their penetration in the country with huge application of these wires from medical equipment to patient care. The global U.S. Medical Silicone Wires & Cables market is estimated at 609.91 million in 2020 and is expected to grow with a CAGR of 4.44%.
What are Silicone Medical Wires & Cables?
Silicone is an elastomeric polymer which is composed of carbon, hydrogen & oxygen which amalgamates to form a heat resistant rubber like material with properties similar to non-reactiveness, stability and resistant to extreme environments and temperatures coupled with highly flexibility at lower temperatures. Silicone is used both as a jacket material and over-mold for cable assemblies in medical device applications because it is the most compatible in terms of sterilization, disinfection, and cleaning. Typically, the same over-molding captures the silicone jacketed cable and creates a chemical bond between over-molded strain relief and the cable jacket also enhancing sterilization withstand.
What are the major applications for Medical Wires & Cables?
Most medical cable assemblies that are designed to withstand a high number of steam sterilization cycles incorporate one or more metal shell connectors and silicone-jacketed cable or coaxial cables. Over-molding silicone provides a stronger bond to metal connector components than thermoplastic resins, creating a moisture-proof mechanical bond which contributes to sterilization withstand.
Silicone cable assemblies are characterized by excellent flexibility, durability and the ability to withstand cleaning, disinfection and hundreds of steam autoclave sterilization cycles. These characteristics make silicone a logical material choice for cables used for video endoscopy, surgical power tools, electrosurgical instruments, laparoscopy, ophthalmic lasers and robotic surgery. Market Research and Market Trends of U.S. Medical Wires & Cables Ecosystem
The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association Manufacturer Members has been formed which recognize the sensitivity and specific requirements in manufacturing medical equipment and devices. WHMA’s Manufacturer Members are recognized in the Cable and Wire Harness Industry through their understanding and practice of the “IPC/WHMA-A-620 Standard” which is the worldwide benchmark for quality workmanship in medical wires and cables. The association sets regulatory standards for medical cables and wires since the equipment is sensitive and deals with people’s life. The association comprises of about 100 members and is headquartered in state of Minnesota in the U.S.
There has been a continuous demand for miniaturization of assemblies and systems in medical domain. Particularly in chemically resistant products it has been necessary to develop processes and equipment which are not currently available on the market. Lorom has been able to develop processing and manufacturing skills in every component in medical devices and interconnects. LOROM is an international player and has invested significantly over the past in R&D to be able to offer unrivalled medical cables that are within a controlled environment. The chemical labs at Lorom are fully equipped with rheometry, X-rays, gas chromatography, spectrometry, etc. equipment.
Northwire has developed new medical cable BioCompatic which saves customers time and money with the help of rapid response capabilities and innovative design. The cable assembly offers robust resistance to environmental factors and sterilization means; it is combined with The LEMO Group's REDEL connectors. LEMO manufactures high quality push-pull connectors which are integral part of equipment operated in challenging applications; engineering extremes and harsh environments. BioCompatic offers a quick, reliable, and cost-effective path to market and ensures valued customers’ competitive advantage in the global economy.
Who are the Major Players in U.S. Medical Wires & Cables market?
The players profiled in the report include Leoni AG, Sumitomo Electric U.S.A., Hitachi Cables, Carlisle Medical Technologies, AME Systems, Advanced Transit Mfg, Altex. Amer Cable&Harness, Amsco US, Arc-Tronics, Arimon Tech, Aved Electronics.
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