The medical testing experts of the Applied Technical Services (ATS) Family of Companies regularly perform fatigue testing on acrylic bone cement materials to the ASTM F2118 testing standard. We use this test method to characterize the mechanical stability and fatigue life of the sample material.
ASTM F2118 Testing Method
Acrylic bone cement is a medical-grade polymer material used to anchor implants to bone in orthopedic procedures such as joint replacements. It stabilizes the implant in the bone and helps distribute the body’s load evenly. ASTM F2118 testing is critical for validating the structural integrity of acrylic bone cement used in implants. This method simulates repetitive loading over time, replicating the mechanical stresses that occur in the human body during everyday movements, such as walking or climbing stairs.
The Importance of ASTM F2118
Medical manufacturers rely on the insights yielded by our accredited ASTM F2118 testing services. These results can help clients prevent failures such as cracking, debonding, or premature implant loosening by understanding how bone cement responds to cyclic loading. Our testing offers a consistent, repeatable methodology that empowers medical device manufacturers to achieve FDA approval more efficiently and protect patients more effectively.
Our Medical Device Testing Lab
The ATS Family of Companies (FoC) conducts fatigue and mechanical testing in accordance with internationally recognized standards, such as those outlined by ASTM and ISO. We also offer non-standard and customized testing solutions to meet specific client requirements. Examples of these tests include:
- Compression
- Life Cycle
- Wear
- Shear
- Torsion
- Tensile
About The ATS FoC
The ATS FoC delivers expert medical device testing capabilities from locations across the United States, offering services ranging from first-article inspection to FDA 510(k) support to failure analysis inspections. We maintain ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation to perform testing in accordance with ASTM F2118 and operate under an ISO 9001:2015 registered quality management system. Both of these distinctions ensure consistent quality and reflect our uncompromising commitment to excellence. With nearly 60 years of proven experience, the ATS FoC is honored to be the trusted testing partner for many of the nation’s leading medical device manufacturers.
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Contact our labs at (888) 287-5227 for more information on our medical device testing capabilities or request a free quote using the above webform.
