magnet coating allergy concerns
I just discovered biohacking and I am fascinated with magnet implants - both for fun and experimentation to hack pain.
But reading through the myriad posts on magnet coatings, I have a concern.
I have extreme allergies. I see that some neodym magnets come nickel-coated and some are gold-coated, and I am allergic to nickel, chromium, and silver. I also see that Parylene C can cause some sensitivity, but while being biosafe, is not very durable. I am concerned that the "usual" magnets I see used stand a high risk of causing an allergic reaction for me, forcing removal.
I want to find a coating that is durable, biosafe, non-reactive (as in, it won't cause an allergic reaction or massive inflammation), and relatively inexpensive. Does something like that exist?
Thank you for any input!
But reading through the myriad posts on magnet coatings, I have a concern.
I have extreme allergies. I see that some neodym magnets come nickel-coated and some are gold-coated, and I am allergic to nickel, chromium, and silver. I also see that Parylene C can cause some sensitivity, but while being biosafe, is not very durable. I am concerned that the "usual" magnets I see used stand a high risk of causing an allergic reaction for me, forcing removal.
I want to find a coating that is durable, biosafe, non-reactive (as in, it won't cause an allergic reaction or massive inflammation), and relatively inexpensive. Does something like that exist?
Thank you for any input!
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The Haworth magnet would be perfect - but it's out of my budget.
I am investigating either coating the magnet myself with a suitable material, or outsourcing the job.
LSR is too expensive. AA-Bond FDA22 seems worth investigation, though. It's Class VI (I know that doesn't guarantee it for long-term implantation) and not expensive.
To outsource, I don't know the protocol here. Do I order the magnets I want myself? Or am I ordering completed product from someone?
I admit I'm eager to move forward - but I know this has to be done right.
I have yet to have issues with mine, and they have been in for over a year. If I wear a nickel watch I will have the rash after a day. If you are worried about the reaction, superglue or tape a magnet to your arm for a couple days to be sure.
Yes, the TiN coatings so far are the absolute best. The test results were worlds better than anything else and TiN is about as strong a coating as one can get.
I'm likely going to get a batch of 200 made soon. I have 1 last step to test... the temperatures look good on paper, but I need to make sure the final product will still be N52 grade.