Carbothane® is a family of medical-grade polycarbonate-based aliphatic and aromatic polyurethanes. They do not yellow and have a higher relative degree of biostability than Tecoflex®. They are available over a wide range of durometers, colors and radiopacifiers, including barium sulfate and tungsten.

Property Measure Low Measure High
Hardness Soft Rigid
Vicat Softening Point 178°F (81°C) 262°F (128°C)
Tensile Strength 4200 psi (28.9 MPa) 9600 psi (66.2 MPa)
Elongation at Break 50% 780%
Biocompatibility May be suitable for remaining in the body as long as 30 days
Sterilization Dry heat
Ethylene oxide (EtO)
Gamma radiation
Trade Names Carbothane
Estane
Pellethane
Tecoflex
Tecothane

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