Micro coils form a major part of the medical device industry. They are thinner in size, with better durability that makes them stand out. Moreover, the micro coils are wound around a central core to enhance the strength of the medical devices. Manufacturing medical devices using micro coils come across multiple challenges. In this article, we shall look into some of the key challenges in this manufacturing process. Moreover, we should also look into the Thermo compression bonding method that makes micro-coil manufacturing very seamless.
So without any further ado, let us get started.
Major challenges faced during medical device manufacturing
Miniaturization is a key trend within the medical device industry. What it necessarily means is that the micro coils have to be very thin in order to add any efficiency and value to medical device manufacturing. When the thin micro coils are used during the manufacturing process, there is a higher chance of electrical interference across the micro coils. Moreover, the thin micro coils might not be resistant to high temperatures in heat. Employing the traditional methods of soldiering will not result in very successful outcomes.
Joining the ultrafine wires with each other along with the medical devices can become very tricky. Considering that the micro-coil devices will be used for health purposes, a high standard of quality must be maintained. As a result, any form of aberration from proper manufacturing methodologies should be avoided.
Now that we understand the key challenges that are present within micro coil device manufacturing, let us find out how thermo-compression bonding comes to the rescue.
Understanding thermo-compression bonding
Connecting one thin wire with another is a very difficult task with traditional methods. But using Thermo compression bonding it is often considered to be the saviour. Thermo compression bonding allows the joining of two wires of the same thickness or the same material or different material.
The biggest reason for the application of this method is that the soldiering methods were not very efficient. This method is applicable for wires which are as thin as nine micrometers that go ahead to show their efficiency.
Considering the strict tolerance requirements and higher demand for customized medical devices, this method seems to be a very good alternative. As it involves bonding at a molecular level, the reliability and durability are also very high. With high reliability and durability, the Thermo compression bonding method also brings about better efficiency. A more economical method that offers strain and corrosion-free devices is the reason why micro coils are slowly moving to thermo-compression bonding.
Bottomline
In conclusion, medical devices are always going to have a very strong demand due to increasing miniaturization. They have myriad applications within the medical domain that makes them highly desirable. Be it in the form of drug delivery agents or active implants, they are highly critical for medical device manufacturing. Some other key areas where they have found applications include orthopedic navigation and therapeutic applications. Overall, micro coil winding is highly dependent on thermo-compression bonding and that makes it the perfect alternative to traditional methods.
