Laboratory for analyzing your surgical implants according to ASTM F1089

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5200 m² laboratory
5200 m² laboratory + 99% of services are provided in-house
Accredited laboratory
Accredited laboratory COFRAC ISO 17025
More than 140 people
More than 140 people at your service

Would you like to have surgical implants analyzed according to ASTM F1089?

What is ASTM F1089?

The ASTM F1089 standard is a standard specification for evaluating the corrosion resistance of stainless steel surgical instruments. It is primarily used to ensure the durability and safety of these devices in demanding medical environments.

It defines a test method for detecting corrosion-related failures in surgical instruments made of stainless steel by simulating conditions of use and sterilization.

Why perform analysis according to ASTM F1089?

Performing analysis according to ASTM F1089 is essential to ensure that the materials used in surgical implants meet high standards of quality and safety. 

The corrosion tests specified by ASTM F1089 make it possible to validate the regulatory compliance of medical devices. They also ensure the durability and safety of stainless steel surgical instruments. Finally, they help prevent corrosion-related failures, which could pose risks to patients and generate costs for manufacturers.

FILAB laboratory supports you in complying with ASTM F1089

With modern analytical equipment and a team specializing in materials analysis, our laboratory supports industrial companies in managing challenges related to the production of medical devices and surgical instruments. FILAB laboratory provides comprehensive support for chemical and materials analysis tailored to your specific needs.

Our services dedicated to medical devices

R&D support: Custom chemical analysis, material and surface characterization, analytical development

Process validation: cleaning according to ISO 19227, surface treatment

The filab advantages
A highly qualified team
A highly qualified team
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
(Staves available on www.cofrac.com - Accreditation number: 1-1793)
A complete analytical facility of 5,200m²
A complete analytical facility of 5,200m²
Tailor-made support
Tailor-made support
Video debriefing available with the expert
Video debriefing available with the expert
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