PLATINODE® Wire - Medical Technology

Innovative High-Temperature Electrolysis (HTE) – A Specialized Process for Medical Technology

Our platinum surfaces are produced using High-Temperature Electrolysis (HTE) in a cyanide-based molten salt bath at temperatures between 500–600°C. This specialized process enables the creation of platinum functional layers that meet the highest requirements in medical technology:

• Ultra-high purity of 99.99%
• Maximum adhesion strength and ductility
• Free of internal stresses and hydrogen embrittlement
• Excellent biocompatibility and body compatibility

Thanks to these properties, our platinized wires and surfaces are particularly well-suited for demanding
medical applications:

Advantages

• Biocompatibility for maximum safety in the human body
• High corrosion resistance against body fluids and aggressive environments
• Electrical conductivity for precise sensor technology and electrostimulation
• Thermal stability for sterilization and high-temperature applications
• Non-magnetic behavior, ideal for MRI-compatible products
• Mechanical strength and ductility for delicate yet durable structures
• No hydrogen embrittlement for long-term stability
• Finest dimensional precision for high-accuracy applications

Applications

• Pacemaker electrodes
• Neurostimulation systems
• Diagnostic sensors (e.g., pressure and temperature measurement)
• Catheter technology and guide wires
• Microsurgical instruments
• Vascular implants (e.g., stents, wire meshes)