Understanding the benefits
Customers choose SLT® wire for the following benefits:
- Exceptional straightness right off the spool
- Higher tensile strength improves pushability and pull-force resistance
- 1:1 torque transmission delivers precise rotational response
- Deep taper grinding capability without heat treatment
You can customize SLT® wire for your intended application by selecting type 3 or 4. The chart below compares the two types, so please read on to learn more.
Type 3
Leverage 1:1 torque transmission and remove up to 90% of the cross-sectional area by deep taper grinding without requiring additional heat treatment.
Typical end uses:
- Embolic filters
- Endoscopes
- Guidewires
- Orthodontics
- Suture needles
Straightness variance 0.508 mm per 304.8 mm [0.02 in per 12.00 in] measured per ASTM F2819
Packing specifications wire on a spool or cut to length
Minimum hub size 400x wire diameter
Type 4
Leverage 1:1 torque transmission and remove up to 95% of the cross-sectional area by deep taper grinding without requiring additional heat treatment or resulting in pigtailing.
Typical end uses:
- Endoscopes
- Guidewires
- Other precision applications
- Steerable PTCA
Meets ASTM F2819 standards
Straightness variance 0.254 mm per 304.8 mm [0.01 in per 12.00 in] measured per ASTM F2819
Packing specifications cut to length only
Design specifications
Use the chart below to discover the material condition, surface finish, and diameter possibilities for each type of SLT® wire.
| SLT® wire | Condition | Surface finish | Available size(s) | |
| mm | in | |||
| Type 3 |
Hard |
Bright | 0.0508 - 1.0033 | 0.0020 - 0.0395 |
| Ultra Spring |
0.0508 - 0.9398 |
0.002 - 0.0370 | ||
| Hyten |
0.0508 - 0.8890 |
0.0015 - 0.0350 | ||
| Type 4 |
Spring |
Bright |
0.1981 - 0.8712 |
0.0078 - 0.0343 |
|
Hyten |
0.1981 - 0.7620 | 0.0078 - 0.0300 | ||
Additional processing capabilities
From spooled product to precision cut lengths, SLT® wire can be prepared to match your production flow. It is also suitable for downstream taper grinding, with the ability to remove up to 95% of the cross-sectional area where design requirements call for it. Additional processing options include:
How SLT® wire stacks up
Fort Wayne Metals conducted an extensive comparison test of its SLT® wire against two competitors that both produce rotary straight and cut wire material. The study measured the material performance of the wire samples.
Improve performance and reduce downtime with SLT® wire. Contact our technical team to find the right option for your needs.
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