Picking the right adhesive almost always entails a balancing act as engineers attempt to find products that meet conflicting end-use and manufacturability requirements. Medical device engineers, who also have to contend with a strict regulatory environment, often have the toughest time striking that balance.
Device engineers have to contend with difficult application requirements—such as high bond strength, thermal performance and chemical resistance. On top of these challenges, they have the added burden of picking materials that are biocompatible. And, they often have to pick materials systems that can withstand aggressive sterilization methods.