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Alloys for surgical instruments: proper selection of alloys for tubular components in surgical instruments is critical to the development of cost-effective instruments that function as intended and can be fabricated in an economical manner. However, the optimum material is seldom the least expensive.

Advanced Materials & Processes, April, 2005 by Fender, William

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Stainless steel alloys such as enhanced-strength UNS S30400 (AISI Type 304) have been the material of choice for the tubular components in dental and surgical instruments. Although this alloy has worked well for the first generation of instruments designed for confined spaces, it has some drawbacks that limit its usefulness for instruments in today's more aggressive surgical procedures.

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These drawbacks include loss of strength during welding, poor edge retention, poor wear resistance, and poor galling resistance. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stainless steel alloy development has ...

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