Long Products Used in the Medical Industry

United Performance Metals is your medical material supplier, with a variety of long product grades that are melt-source traceable, universally accepted by all major medical OEMs, and supported by ISO 13485:2016 certification. UPM’s custom supply chain management and global access allows customers to get the bar products they need for their medical applications, from implant grades to instrumentation. We offer custom precision ground sizes and tolerances available on demand and screw machine quality material tolerance of +/- .0005". Learn more about our bar products used in the medical industry by clicking here.

Titanium

United Performance Metals offers CP Grade 2, Ti-6AL-4V, and Ti-6AL-4V ELI in bar form for the medical industry. These grades are mainly used for implants and medical devices. Titanium’s high corrosion resistance, exceptional biocompatibility, and strength-to-weight ratio make it a top choice for medical applications. Additionally, titanium is non-magnetic, meaning it is safe for MRI environments and produces minimal imaging artifact, unlike stainless steel.

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel offers high corrosion resistance and tensile strength, good machinability for complex tool shapes, and excellent sterilization compatibility due to its smooth, non-porous surface and chromium oxide layer. Stainless steel 316LS/316LVM is primarily used for medical implants due to its low-carbon and low-impurity. Some of the common applications for 316LS/316LVM include fracture fixation devices, bone plates, and screws. United Performance Metals also stocks stainless steel grades Custom 455 ®, Custom 465 ®, 17-4 PH, 316/316L, and 410 for medical instruments.

Cobalt Chrome Moly

UPM stocks Cobalt Chrome Moly, often referred to as CCM or Co-Cr-Mo, in bar sizes 0.250” - 1.250”. The chemical composition of this material and its high amounts of molybdenum improve its strength and heat resistance, while its chromium provides oxidation and corrosion resistance, making this material highly biocompatible. CCM has proven long-term performance in orthopedics, especially for major load-bearing implants and components. Some of the most common CCM applications include knee, hip, and shoulder replacements, spinal rods, and disc replacements.

Did You Know?

United Performance Metals is dedicated to providing the top support for our customers, with global access and quick turnaround times. To meet the evolving needs of the medical industry, UPM is now stocking titanium at our west coast locations! This revolutionary move ensures faster delivery, lower freight costs, supply chain reliability, and dedicated support for the region’s growing medical ecosystem. Get immediate access to the titanium bar you need when you work with United Performance Metals. Get a quote today by contacting sales@upmet.com.