FLEXCHEM™

Flexchem is a group of translucent, flexible, non-toxic vinyl compounds which were specifically developed as an alternative to silicone in various applications. These formulations utilize a non-phthalate plasticizer system for use in medical device applications. This unique product line offers excellent release characteristics, rubber-like compression properties, good burst strength and durability. These compounds can even be solvent bonded for ease of assembly. Flexchem compounds can be extruded or injection molded; they do not require any special equipment for processing.

An alternative to silicone in a nearly endless list of uses, including tubing for pumping applications, urinary drain sets, beverage spouts, gaskets, etc., Flexchem is available in durometers ranging from 35 to 65 shore A hardness. It is formulated utilizing only FDA sanctioned raw materials and has been designed for use in USP Class VI applications.

For medical use, complete traceability and lot identification of all components in the Flexchem products are maintained at Colorite.

"51" SERIES COMPOUNDS

"52" SERIES COMPOUNDS

An Alternative Compound To Silicone

The Flexchem “52” Series is a family of high performance vinyl compounds that have been developed as an alternative to silicone in various applications at a substantial savings to processors. These formulations utilize a proprietary trimellitate plasticizer system, are available in durometers ranging from 45 to 85 Shore A hardness and can be extruded or molded using standard equipment suitable for vinyl.

The Flexchem “52” Series compounds are flexible vinyl compounds which offer excellent release characteristics, rubber-like compression set properties, good burst strength and durability. These compounds can be solvent bonded and are sterilizable by either Gamma or ETO methods.

The Flexchem “52” Series compounds have been formulated to meet all the requirements of a USP Class VI Plastic. Complete traceability and lot identification of all compounds are maintained.

"53" SERIES COMPOUNDS

An Alternative Compound To Silicone
Silicone Replacement Compounds

The Flexchem “53” Series is a family of high performance vinyl compounds that have been developed as an alternative to silicone in various applications. These formulations utilize a non-phthalate plasticizer system, are available in durometers ranging from 45 to 85 Shore A hardness and can be extruded or molded using standard equipment suitable for vinyl.

The Flexchem “53” Series compounds are flexible vinyl compounds which offer excellent release characteristics, rubber-like compression set properties, good burst strength and durability. These compounds can be solvent bonded and are sterilizable by either Gamma or ETO methods. These compounds are state of the art, TSE free (Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy) formulations.
The Flexchem “53” Series compounds have been formulated to meet all the requirements of a USP Class VI Plastic. Complete traceability and lot identification of all compounds are maintained.