Merit's unique process of coating wire prior to coiling, results in a consistency not achieved in conventional spray-coated guide wires, which ultimately prevents cracking as is often encountered.

Merit is able to guarantee a consistent diameter and tight tolerances. Coated core wire can be supplied dead-straight. Round or flat stainless steel wire can be coated either with PTFE or a hydrophilic coating resulting in one-to-one torque. The LubriSkin™ coating acts like a lubricant during the coiling process, so there is no need for additional oils under the right process conditions.

Coated wire is available in a variety of materials, various color options, different diameters and can be supplied spooled, cut to length or coiled.

Merit has pioneered and grown the technology of reel-to-reel wire and tube coating and has perfected reliable, cost-efficient coating processes for the medical industry. These processes ensure the very highest levels of quality coated wire and tubing.

Key Characteristics

• Smooth surface
• Ultra-thin well-defined coating
• Extremely consistent diameter
• Tight coating tolerance (2.5 µm - 5.0 µm)
• Cost effective coating process