MetriCide OPA Plus Solution Materials Compatibility

MetriCide OPA Plus Solution offers excellent material compatibility which can significantly reduce instrument damage and repair costs. MetriCide OPA Plus Solution has been tested and found to be compatible with the following materials:

Metals

Aluminum
Anodized Aluminum
Brass
Carbon Steel
Chrome Plated Brass
Chrome Plated Steel (1)
Copper
Nickel Silver Alloy
Stainless Steel (2)
Titanium
Tungsten Carbide (1)

Elastomers

Polychloroprene (Neoprene)
Kraton G (1)
Polyurethane
Silicone Rubber
Natural Rubber Latex (1)

Plastics

Polymethylmethacrylate (Acrylic)
Nylon (1)
Polyethylene Terephthalate (Polyester)
Polystyrene
Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
Acrylonitrile/butadiene/styrene (ABS)
Polysulfone
Polycarbonate
Polyethylene
Polypropylene
Acetal
PTFE
Polyamide

Adhesives

EPO-TEK 301 Epoxy (3)
EPO-TEK 353ND Epoxy

 

All materials involved in testing were exposed to 31 days (744 hours) of continuous contact with MetriCide OPA Plus Solution with no effect unless otherwise noted.

(1) Shows signs of surface discoloration.

(2) Stainless steel 304 showed slight discoloration and some corrosion.

(3) Showed degradation and discoloration.