FUCHS Lubricants Co., one of the world’s largest independent lubricant suppliers, has announced the launch of NYEMED 7312, a ‘groundbreaking’ damping grease engineered specifically for the medical device industry. Developed in response to the growing demand for more sustainable materials according to the company, NYEMED 7312 is a non-PFAS based, silica-thickened silicone grease designed to deliver superior motion control, reliability, and biocompatibility in critical medical applications.
NYEMED 7312 is manufactured in an ISO 13485:2016 certified facility, which FUCHS says ensures the highest standards of quality, process control, and documentation throughout its production. Thee lubricant is formulated to control free motion and optimise haptic feedback, which the company says improves motion control in devices and enhancing user experience and compliance.
By eliminating undesirable noise and reducing assembly force, FUCHS says that NYEMED 7312 enables quieter device operation and easier device assembly, making it ideal for use in autoinjectors and other drug delivery systems where precise motion and user comfort are paramount.
Its composition prevents stiction, ensuring smooth, controlled movement and enhancing both device performance and patient compliance. NYEMED 7312 also offers a wide temperature range and good moisture resistance, which the company claims enables reliable performance in diverse operational environments and stable operation in humid conditions. Its broad material compatibility allows seamless integration with a variety of device substrates according to FUCHS, while its UV-dyed formulation enables easy visual inspection during application.
The product’s biocompatibility has been tested to ISO 10993-5, -10, and -11 standards, for direct and indirect patient contact, with results demonstrating no cytotoxic potential, negligible skin irritation, and negative acute systemic toxicity. As a silica-thickened, silicone-based grease, NYEMED 7312 delivers effective damping and lubrication, with a high flash point and minimal oil separation and evaporation.
