Film components do small, specific jobs inside the package. A liner separates the device from another surface. A protective layer covers a finish or an edge. An interleave sits between parts so they do not rub or stick.
This is flexible film, 28–60 µm (≈1.1–2.4 mil). It is not the same product as our rigid HDPE cards at 10–35 mil (0.25–0.89 mm). If the part must hold a device in place, choose a card. If it must line, cover, or separate, choose film.
Film parts are compatible with EtO, gamma, and e-beam. PE film is not porous, so for EtO the parts go inside a package with a porous side, such as a Tyvek® or paper pouch or lid. Place them so they don't block the gas path to the device, and validate the cycle.
Typical applications include
- Device liners
- Protective layers
- Interleaves between parts
- Kit components