Why Choose Overmould For Your Medical Device Project
A leader in Low Pressure Plastic Overmoulding
Selecting the correct medical-grade plastic for a medical device or component is a critical decision in the manufacturing process. Many of our customers require us to overmould sensitive batteries and electronics so our knowledge in this sector is invaluable.
Overmould is ISO 9001:2015 certified so you can rest assured that the overmoulding process for all types of products for use in the medical industry is designed using the appropriate materials and finished to the highest of standards.
A Big Emphasis Is Placed On Quality Control In All Our Processes
Products
Examples of Products That We Overmould For The Medical Sector
- Wearable electronic and monitoring devices.
- Mechanical reinforcement of delicate cables/connector assemblies.
- Gaskets and seal and environmental protection – liquid ingress etc.
- Fluidic components, valves, sensors, and probes.
- Medical catheters and implants.
Overmoulding Materials Suitable For Medical applications
Silicone
- Excellent compression set – Silicone can rebound to original thickness when impacted with force and survive high temperatures.
- The materials excellent properties make it highly practical for medical appliance applications, withstanding high impact forces, environmental challenges, and vibration damping.
- Highly resistant to chemicals and to thermal degradation
- When used as a sub layer or pre mould, recycling of electronics is easily achieved.
Polyamide
- Polyamide is a synthetic polymer with excellent adhesive properties also providing a strong, rigid structure with good temperature and chemical resistance.
- This material is perfect for Low Pressure Moulding, machining and and 3D printing so its invaluable in medical electronics applications.
- Suitable for hand held and sensitive electronics protection required in the medical sector with useful application in the wearables arena.
Henkel biocompatibility
tested material
The materials that have been tested to ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards for the medical market include:
- Loctite PA 6951
- Loctite PA 6732
- Loctite PA 6682
Low pressure moulding for medical oximeter using Loctite polyamides
Our Expertise in Medical Overmoulding
Overmould offers extensive experience working with high-performance medical-grade materials, including biocompatible polyurethanes, silicones, and thermoplastics.
Our capabilities include:
- Low Pressure Overmoulding: Ideal for delicate electronics and sensors used in wearables and monitoring devices.
- Precision Injection Moulding: Perfect for high-volume production of robust medical components.
We understand the critical importance of quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and traceability in medical manufacturing. Our processes are designed to meet the stringent demands of ISO standards and healthcare sector certifications.
Supporting the Future of Healthcare Innovation
The global medical overmoulding market is projected to reach $1.95 billion by 2025, driven by rapid advancements in wearable technology, minimally invasive treatments, and long-term patient care devices.
As specialists in Low Pressure Overmoulding and Injection Moulding Solutions, we partner with medical device manufacturers to develop next-generation products that prioritise:
- Biocompatibility — Safe for prolonged patient contact
- Durability — Engineered to withstand rigorous use and sterilisation
- Ergonomics — Designed for patient comfort and usability