Fe-based Metal Powder

Fe-based Metal Powder
Products ListBiodegradable metallic materials are of great interest for the use as temporary implant material in vascular intervention and osteosynthesis. The advantages of biodegradable materials are related to the reduction of long term risks associated with the presence of permanent metal implants, e.g. chronic inflammation and in-stent restenosis. In the last few years, iron-based alloys have been considered as potential biodegradable implant materials. Compared to magnesium alloys iron features similar biocompatibility, but a much more favorable combination of strength and ductility. This enables the fabrication of filigree structures which retain sufficient structural stability, and also allow versatile designs. Series of studies show indicate that the Fe-based alloy has high corrosion resistance and excellent biocompatibility, suggesting their promising potential as biomaterials. Efforts on the modification and tunability of iron-based alloys design and compositions have been mainly focused on controlling the degradation rate while retaining the mechanical integrity within a reasonable period. The early pre-clinical results of many iron-based alloys seem promising for future implants developments.

Beside biodegradable metallic materials, iron-based materials could be used as Fe-based metallic glasses, which could also be developed for biomedical implant application; iron- based nanoparticles have being extensively applied in the areas of imaging, targeting, drug delivery and biosensors, which unique properties such as low toxicity, biocompatibility, potent magnetic and catalytic behavior and superior role in multifunctional modalities have epitomized them as an appropriate candidate for biomedical applications; iron-based powder could also be used for Laser Metal Deposition(LMD), which subjected to high wear, replacing and bringing back to tolerance a coating that has suffered excessive erosion.

Most iron alloys are steels, with carbon as a major alloying element. Various chemical composition of iron alloys could have specific colors, delivery conditions, mechanical properties and so on, which could be used for specific purposes.

Matexcel provides multi-functional Fe-based materials, from fine powders to nanostructured forms. Welcome to contact us for more information, we aim to provide professional solution of metal powders to our customers.