Polycaprolactone (PCL) is one of the most versatile thermoplastic materials for Tissue Engineering Applications. With little thermal degradation, it is an excellent material for large, time-consuming parts. The mechanical stability of PCL objects can easily be controlled by the porosity of the parts.
With solid objects exhibiting increased mechanical stability compared to porous structures, PCL is an outstanding candidate for both bone and cartilage regeneration. Additionally, the surface erosion of the material allows for controlled release of additives during the degradation period of the fabricated part.
Medical Grade
Physical Properties
Material Type
Thermoplastic
Curing System
Phase Transition/Solvent Evaporation
Appearance (color)
White
Appearance (Form)
Pellets/Granules
Infared Spectrum
Conforms to Reference
Molecular Weight
95.000 – 140.000 Da
Solubility
Dichloramethane, Chloraform
Processing Temperature
130°C – 150°C as melt, RT in solvent
Printing Surface
Polyimide Film as melt, Glass in solvent
Processing Parameters Available For
0.4mm needle tips
Printing Speed (at 9 Bar Pressure)
1 – 3 mm/sec
Grade
Medical Grade
Degradation Period in Biological Systems
1 – 3 Years
Typical Applications
Drug delivery, cartilage regeneration, bone regeneration
Recommended Machines
Applications
Ten
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Polycaprolactone (PCL) is one of the most versatile thermoplastic materials for Tissue Engineering Applications. With little thermal degradation, it is an excellent material for large, time-consuming parts.
