Custom Medical Titanium Parts

Types of Custom Medical Titanium Parts

1. Orthopedic Implants

Joint Replacements

Bone Plates and Screws

Spinal Implants

2. Dental Implants

Implant Posts

Abutments

3. Craniofacial Implants

Cranial Plates

Facial Implants

4. Cardiovascular Devices

Heart Valves

Stents

5. Surgical Instruments

Scalpels and Forceps

Retractors and Clamps

6. Hearing Implants

Cochlear Implants

Bone-Anchored Hearing Aids (BAHA)

Machinability of Custom Medical Titanium Parts

• High-Speed Machining (HSM):

High-speed machining techniques can be employed with appropriate adjustments to cutting parameters to improve efficiency and surface finish.

• Cryogenic Machining:

Using liquid nitrogen as a coolant can significantly reduce tool wear and improve surface finish by maintaining low temperatures at the cutting zone.

• Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM):

For complex shapes and hard-to-machine areas, EDM can be used to achieve precise cuts without direct contact between the tool and workpiece.

• Additive Manufacturing:

In some cases, additive manufacturing techniques such as selective laser melting (SLM) can be used to create near-net-shape titanium alloy components, reducing the need for extensive machining.