| Sandvik Bioline F562 is a nonmagnetic Nickel-cobalt base alloy that has a unique combination of properties: ultra high strength, toughness, ductility and excellent corrosion resistance. Sandvik Bioline F562LTi is the low titanium version of Sandvik Bioline F562. The alloy is cold worked to obtain strength level of 17902205 MPa (260 to 320 ksi). It can also be aged in the work hardened condition to achieve higher strengths. A leading material for permanent implants, Sandvik Bioline F562 is vacuum melted in multiple steps for extreme cleanliness. Sandvik Bioline F562 is resistant to corrosion in hydrogen sulfide, salt water and other chloride solutions as well as mineral acids (nitric, hydrochloric, sulfuric). In addition, it has exceptional resistance to crevice and stress corrosion cracking having been operationally proven in sea water and hostile environments. For medical use, Sandvik delivers F562 with the highest surface finish (Medical class) in order to maximize the fatigue strength, which is critical in implant devices such as lead wires for pacemakers and heart valve supports.Information provided by Sandvik |
