The Blockwise type RC radial compression stations are simple, low-cost crimpers with no electronics, suitable for a wide variety of applications in medical device manufacturing, R&D labs, and catheter labs.
The RC is designed with low-cost fabrication as the primary goal, these are a bit less accurate and less powerful than the more expensive Blockwise mechanisms.
All type RC compression stations have 10 dies made from POM acetal copolymer. The design is type of Zero-G™ mechanism, with essentially zero die-to-die gap. RC compressions stations are commonly used to “size” balloon-expandable stents – to permanently reduce a stent’s diameter, for example to make it fit snugly over a balloon. These machines are not strong enough to do the high-force part of a stent crimping process – i.e. to attach stents to balloons.
The Blockwise type RC radial compression stations are simple, low-cost crimpers with no electronics, suitable for a wide variety of applications in medical device manufacturing, R&D labs, and catheter labs.
The RC is designed with low-cost fabrication as the primary goal, these are a bit less accurate and less powerful than the more expensive Blockwise mechanisms.
All type RC compression stations have 10 dies made from POM acetal copolymer. The design is type of Zero-G™ mechanism, with essentially zero die-to-die gap. RC compressions stations are commonly used to “size” balloon-expandable stents – to permanently reduce a stent’s diameter, for example to make it fit snugly over a balloon. These machines are not strong enough to do the high-force part of a stent crimping process – i.e. to attach stents to balloons.
| Required Installation Connections – Model RC | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Physical Specs | Functional Specs | ||
| Compressed Air | Actuates the Compression Mechanism (see Knowledge Base: Compressed Air & High Pressure Gas Connections) |
Instant Tube Fitting Accepts ¼-inch OD Plastic Tube | 6.9 to 8.3 bar (100 to 120 psi) |  |
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Model RCC Manual Lever Actuated Crimper
The Blockwise type RC radial compression stations are simple, low-cost crimpers with no electronics, suitable for a wide variety of applications in medical device manufacturing, R&D labs, and catheter labs.
The Model RCC is a manually actuated RC. Push down on the handle to reduce the diameter. Springs open when released. Simple closed-stop adjusting screw.Diameter Length Max Radial Force Die Material 0 - 29 mm 38 mm 425 N POM Acetal Copolymer 
Model RCD Air Actuated Crimper
The Blockwise type RC radial compression stations are simple, low-cost crimpers with no electronics, suitable for a wide variety of applications in medical device manufacturing, R&D labs, and catheter labs.
The Model RCD is an air actuated RC. The customer supplies the compressed air controls. For example, pressure regulator, gauge, control valve, and speed-limiting orifices to control the compressed air. Simple closed-stop adjusting screw.Diameter Length Max Radial Force Die Material 0 - 26 mm 38 mm 425 N POM Acetal Copolymer 
Model RCS Manual Screw Actuated Crimper
The Blockwise type RC radial compression stations are simple, low-cost crimpers with no electronics, suitable for a wide variety of applications in medical device manufacturing, R&D labs, and catheter labs.
The Model RCS is a manually actuated RC. Turn the actuation screw to change the diameter. The closed-stop can be set with the stop screw.Diameter Length Max Radial Force Die Material 0 - 26 mm 38 mm 425 N POM Acetal Copolymer