Parker´s composite seals are essential components in medical technology, offering optimal sealing properties through a combination of different materials. They combine the flexibility of elastomeric materials with the stability of plastics or metals, thus meeting the highest requirements of modern medical devices.

Composite seals can be customized and typically consist of an elastomeric sealing layer on a carrier made of plastic, metal, or other materials. This material combination ensures maximum adaptability to different geometries and operating conditions. Whether O-rings with PTFE encapsulation, flat gaskets with a metal core, or multi-layer sealing systems – Parker composite seals offer versatile solutions precisely tailored to the application.

Standards and conformities:

• ISO 10993 – Biocompatibility
• USP Class VI – Requirements for materials for direct patient contact
• FDA – Approval for use in medical devices
• REACH and RoHS – Compliance regarding hazardous substances

Characteristics and benefits:

• Combination of properties through material combination: elasticity, chemical resistance, stability
• High sealing performance: Reliable protection against liquid and gas leaks
• Durability: Improved abrasion and wear resistance through composite materials
• Biocompatibility: Suitable materials for direct and indirect patient contact
• Sterilization resistance: Resistant to common sterilization processes such as autoclaving, ethylene oxide, or gamma radiation, even after repeated sterilization
• High design flexibility for complex components

Typical applications:

• Infusion and injection systems
• Respirators/ventilators
• Anesthesia devices
• Surgical instruments
• Diagnostic and laboratory equipment

 Parker composite seals provide innovative, reliable, and durable solutions – protecting patients and ensuring the quality of medical devices.

Contact us for individual advice and customized solutions.