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Hip metal powders refer to specialized spherical powders used in emerging metal additive manufacturing technologies for hip implants and prostheses. This guide covers common alloys, properties, applications, specifications and suppliers.

Overview of Hip Metal Powders

Also called hip arthroplasty powders, these advanced materials enable 3D printing of patient-specific hip joint replacement components with complex geometries and mechanical performance surpassing traditional implants.

Key characteristics of hip metal powders include:

プロパティ特徴
合金Titanium, Cobalt Chrome, Stainless Steel
粒子形状球形度が高い
サイズ分布15-45 microns typical
密度Optimized for spreadability and packing
Key attributesBiocompatible, High strength, Corrosion resistant, Proven in vivo performance
Manufacturing processAdditive manufacturing – Binder jetting, DED, PBF
用途Hip cups, Stems, Acetabular liners and shells

Hip powders continue advancing to elevate the performance, longevity and biocompatibility of 3D printed orthopedic implants.

Alloy Types

Common hip metal powders include:

合金構成プロパティ
チタン Ti64チタン、アルミニウム、バナジウムHigh strength-to-weight, Bio-inertness
コバルト・クロームコバルト、クロム、モリブデンWear resistance, Corrosion resistance
ステンレス鋼鉄、クロム、ニッケル、モリブデンCost-effectiveness, Processability

Emerging Alloys

Novel alloys like TMZF® titanium-molybdenum-zirconium-iron tailor mechanical performance and bone integration ability through selective laser melting.

機械的特性

Hip metal powders enable achievement of the following ASTM spec properties when additively manufactured:

プロパティCommon Values
引張強さ750-1300 MPa
降伏強度450-1150 MPa
Elongation at break8-25%
硬度280-550 HV
Surface roughness (Ra)Optimized for bone ingrowth

Mechanical performance depends on parameters like layer thickness, laser power, scan speed etc. during AM printing.

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用途

Typical uses of hip metal powders span:

コンポーネント詳細
Hip cupsAcetabular component with hemispherical shape and textured surface for bone integration
Femoral stemsExtending into the femur, fixed to hip cup component
Liners and ShellsLiner provides ultra-low wearing articulation surface, fixed into outer shell

メリット

Custom-matched hip powder components improve longevity and delay/prevent replacement surgeries via optimized:

  • Bone fixation and ingrowth
  • Low wear debris generation
  • Elimination of cement interface weaknesses

仕様

Hip metal powders must satisfy the following minimum specifications per ISO and ASTM standards:

属性Specification Limits
Alloy compositionsPer grade specifications (AMS/UNS)
粒子径10~45ミクロン
見かけ密度≥ 80% of alloy
流量25-50 s/50g
球形度≥ 0.9 preferred

Specialized hip powders take these a step further by optimizing particle shape, internal structure and surface chemistry for flawless spreadability, packing and sintering behavior during printing.

サプライヤー

Leading global suppliers of hip metal powders include:

サプライヤー共通グレードPrice Estimate
AP&CTi64, CoCr, Steel$500-1500/kg
カーペンター添加剤Ti64, CoCrMo$800-2000/kg
プラクセアTi64, CoCr, SS316L$600-1800/kg
サンドビック・オスプレイTi6AL4V ELI, CoCr ASTM F75$750-2500/kg

Pricing varies based on order quantities, powder specification and alloy selected. Some hip powders customized for AM approach $3000-5000+ per kg.

Pros and Cons

長所短所
Complex, customized geometriesCurrently high hardware costs
Optimized mechanical propertiesLimited long-term clinical data
Enables novel porous structuresRestricted payer coverage of emerging options
Simplifies revisions of failed implantsPost-processing steps required
Streamlines surgical logisticsUncertainty around reimbursement pathways

Key Takeaways

  • Leading metals manufacturers now offer hip powders optimized for binder jetting and laser-based printing
  • Novel alloys and architectures elevate performance over traditional implants
  • Clinical evidence continues building around safety and efficacy

よくある質問

Q: How many orthopedic implants use metal 3D printing today?

A: An estimated 4-5% of all orthopedic devices like hip, knee and spinal implants are currently manufactured additively from premium metal powders. But adoption is anticipated to rise exponentially.

Q: Are there concerns around metal corrosion or ions from printed implants?

A: All metal implants have potential for corrosion and debris but advances in alloys, manufacturing controls and surface treatments now minimize risks to be comparable to conventional casting/forging based implants.

Q: How has pandemic disrupted access to joint replacement procedures including metal printed options?

A: Temporary suspensions of “elective” procedures significantly restricted hip and knee replacements. But access is rebounding along with growing surgeon awareness around benefits of 3D printed approaches.

Q: Will 3D printed implants reduce costs compared to traditional hip replacements?

A: Currently printed implants carry price premiums over generic implants but enable value-based pricing given clinical performance benefits. With further adoption, manufacturing scale economies could enhance cost-effectiveness.

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