TensileStrengths of epidural catheters
Nylon
Gauge 19 20 20
Manufacturer Pharmaseal Kendall Burron
Load to failure (kg) 3.66 +/-0.05 2.68+/-0.3 2.85+/-0.3
Elongation(%) 1120+/-260 580+/-120 380+/-150
Teflon
Manufacturer Deseret Deseret Kendall
Load to failure (kg) 2.05+/-0.1 1.17+/-0.1 1.91+/-0.1
Elongation(%) 270+/-50 350+/-70 400+/-40