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About Confluent - Previously Nitinol Devices & Components - NDC

Since 1991, NDC has pioneered the manufacturing of Nitinol medical devices. Today, our volume production capacity, superior quality, and unmatched expertise in all things Nitinol keep us at the forefront of the industry.

  • Offering Nitinol expertise from start to finish
  • Manufacturing a high volume of the most delicate and intricate implantable Nitinol devices on the market
  • Meeting the highest standards with unmatched Nitinol knowledge and experience
  • Providing Nitinol materials produced to the most stringent specifications and with the highest purity

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55 Community Reviews 4.42/5 Overall Rating

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Confluent - Previously Nitinol Devices & Components - NDC Reviews

Laser Cut NiTi Tubes and Devices


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
06/11/2014

Speed 3 / Price 2 / Quality 5

My general experience has been postitive. These guys are easy to work with and can get the job done. Overall quality of their products are excellent and once the kinks are worked out their quality is top notch.

Strengths: NDC is one of a few companies that can manufacture NiTi laser cut tubing and or wires/cables. They are considered experts in this field.

Needs to improve: Communication can be an issue. Mistakes aren't always communicated effectively.

NDC prodcut variety


Manufacturing , Medical Device
05/22/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

Nitinol provides exceptional services and have many different medical supplies that are highly needed In the medical field in order to assist in restoring health. We rely on their products and happy that we can work with people that are so passionate about their contribution to healthcare.

Strengths: Nitinol has a wide variety product selection, reasonable pricing, very efficient and reliable, and they are committed to pleasing their customers.

Needs to improve: None.

A great vendor!


Clinical , Medical Device
09/22/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

A great company, with fast
turnarounds, reasonable prices, fast deliveries, and accurate quotes. Good customer service, with employees that are very professional, efficient, and friendly. Overall a great company with high quality products, highly recommendable.

Strengths: We buy metal tubing and components for our medical devices, they are good quality, and they work well with our devices. Competitive prices, fast delivery and a wide selection of products to purchase from..

Needs to improve: None

nitinol parts


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/07/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 5

Worked with them to source a critical nitinol component. Included laser cutting, shaping, and surface prep. We went thru various iteration, and they were extremely helpful on all aspects including design and also establishing critical specs and inspection points.

Strengths: Every thing nitinol, including drawing, shaping, surface treatment and heat treating.

Needs to improve: Have slow turnaround and a little pricey.

Nitinol Device & Components - NDC is great


CEO/Owner , Consumer Electronics
06/09/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

great customer service!

Strengths: They have provided us with an excellent service and products that has helped us improve our efficiency in our assembly line. Their service and products have also improved the performance of our medical devices and we have been able to achieve all of our performance goals. They also have amazing customer service!

Needs to improve: none

Complete Nitinol service


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
04/29/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

One of the few company capable of providing tubing to making finish parts. Also they can provide testing and generate data. One stop shop for completing your nitinol project. Ofcourse it comes with high price.

Strengths: Expert in Nitinol. Quality tubing vendor to making finishing parts. Excellent and knowledgeable engineer group.

Needs to improve: Expensive

Niti Experts


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/17/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 5

Overall a good nitinol vendor to work and consult with. They have a variety of sizes, although some sizes may take up to 8 weeks to be delivered.

Strengths: One of the best nitinol supplier's I've worked with. Good customer service with knowledgeable staff.

Needs to improve: Pricey and slow for prototype quantities.

All things Nitinol


Clinical , Medical Device
06/05/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 4

They have an extremely knowledgeable staff when it comes to all things nitinol. We have used their nitinol tubing in the past and the quality can be mixed as sometimes there great, while other times not so good.

Strengths: great staff

Needs to improve: quality sometimes isn't the best

nitinol tubing supplier


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/08/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 3

extremely knowledgeable staff and company in all things nitinol. i have used their nitinol tubing in the past and have mixed feelings at times with it. the quality can be at times inconsistent.

Strengths: nitinol expertise

Needs to improve: material can be inconsistent at times

great components


Manufacturing , Medical Device
05/24/2014

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

We have ordered from NDC for most of our component needs! Quality parts and service with a smile.

Strengths: NDC is a company that will help you out when you need components for your devices. Great customer service and quality parts

Needs to improve: nothing

Outstanding company.


Manufacturing , Consumer Products
06/11/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

We had a great experience with NDC they had everything we needed and answered all our questions with no problems.

Strengths: NDC provides quality cables and components for multiple area's, and customers service is always above board.

Needs to improve: We found no weaknesses.

great resource for Niti process development.


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/04/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

We used NDC for several projects that involved shape setting niti wire. They have great in house expertise and helped use setup our in house process. They are a great resource for Niti process development.

Strengths: Niti development

Needs to improve: N/A

They always have what i need


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
06/07/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

I am very pleased with their services ,I always find what I need through them and its great because I know where to go , they are very reliable.

Strengths: huge selections

Needs to improve: I have not had any issues

The only place for nitinol.


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/04/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

I have used NDC for many nitinol related projects and they have always delivered.

Strengths: NDC are the experts of Nitinol. The staff is very knowledgable of Nitinol and Nitinol fabrication including laser cutting, grinding, welding, forming, etc.

Needs to improve: None

the nitinol experts


Manufacturing , Medical Device
03/09/2014

Speed 2 / Price 2 / Quality 4

they are the experts in nitinol and related processes and applications, particularly medical uses. can be pricey and lead times can be long as well though

Strengths: experts at nitinol, good quality work

Needs to improve: price and lead times

Custom nitinol products


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
03/19/2014

Speed 3 / Price 3 / Quality 4

Custom orders can be very expensive and come with a long lead time. But, in the end you will get the parts you want. Can accommodate small quantities.

Strengths: Large selection of nitinol

Needs to improve: long lead times

Only supplier for memory based wires


Manufacturing , Medical Device
12/27/2013

Speed 5 / Price 5 / Quality 5

I have submitted them the drawings for my application, they were able to manufacture the prototype in a timely manner.

Strengths: The only company that produces memory based metals. Can produce any customized metal wires.

Needs to improve: None.

Good selection of wires and tubes


Purchasing , Medical Device
04/04/2014

Speed 4 / Price 4 / Quality 5

Supplies some of our Nitinal alloy wiring and tubing needs for R&D of Micro Coils and Access Devices for Neurology medical device use.

Strengths: Reliable Supplier of Nitinol Wires and Tubes
Good Quality metals

Needs to improve: None

The Nitinol Experts


R & D / Engineering , Medical Device
02/25/2014

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

I've worked with NDC on several projects. Their expertise in nintinol technology is second to none. They work well with development teams and have a lot to offer

Strengths: Experts in Nitinol technology

Needs to improve: Cost

Nitinol Solutions


R & D / Engineering , Consumer Products
12/14/2013

Speed 5 / Price 4 / Quality 5

The team at NDC are very skilled at finding a solution to your specific application. I have worked with them on a couple projects, and they were extremely helpful

Strengths: Knowledgeable staff.

Needs to improve: None.