Expanding the possibilities for medical device development : Medical and life science solutions

Supporting the development of medical devices by supplying components
that utilize the diverse technologies of the Furukawa Electric Group,
including those in photonics and Ni-Ti shape memory alloys.

What's New
Are you facing any of these challenges ?
Support for medical device development
Technology and product lineup
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What's New

November 9, 2026
- Exhibition
- Exhibiting at "COMPAMED 2026"
April 10, 2026
- Exhibition
- Exhibiting at "Medtec Japan 2026" (Japanese)

Are you facing any of these challenges ?

Exploration activities

Have an idea but are unsure whether it is truly needed in clinical settings.

Furukawa Electric Group Solutions

Based on the needs in the clinical settings, we utilize the technology and ideas of multiple companies to explore new possibilities for medical devices with our clients.

Technology development

Want to realize a certain function but cannot find the appropriate technology.

Furukawa Electric Group Solutions

We support technology development by leveraging Furukawa Electric Group’s diverse technological capabilities, including photonics and Ni-Ti shape memory alloys.

Design development

Want to consider several ideas but lack sufficient development resources.

Furukawa Electric Group Solutions

We leverage the technology and know-how of Furukawa Electric Group to support the customer from conceptualization to prototyping and assessment, as well as provide assistance with verifying feasibility and technological considerations.

Support for medical device development

Furukawa Electric Group supports medical device development by leveraging the group’s diverse technology platforms, including photonics technology, Ni-Ti alloy technology and manufacturing technology.

ISO 13485 Certified
Certificate Number.: JQA-MD0231
Registered Site: Chiba Works, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
Scope of Registration: Design, development and manufacture of optical fiber assemblies for medical devices.

JQA-MD0231

Toward a society where people can enjoy a long and healthy life through minimally invasive
and non-invasive medical solutions.
Furukawa Electric Group supports all stages as a comprehensive development partner.

Technology and product lineup

Furukawa Electric Group provides a wide range of technology and products that support safe,
secure medicine and life sciences in the areas of diagnosis, treatment and medical materials.

Diagnosis

Pressure sensor

Optical fiber sensor

Treatment

Laser devices

Optical fiber probe

Position detection navigation

Position detection of implanted medical devices

Lighted guide wire

Medical materials

Shape memory Ni-Ti Alloy

Medical Optical Fibers / Medical Probes

Superconducting wire

Diagnosis

Pressure sensor

Ultra-small-diameter pressure sensors can be integrated into catheters and guidewires. We support the development of minimally invasive sensing devices. (COMPAMED 2026 panel)

Optical fiber sensor

Using compact optical fiber sensors that are resistant to electrical noise, we achieve high-precision sensing of pressure, temperature, tissue boundaries, and other parameters. (COMPAMED 2026 panel)

Treatment

Laser devices

Laser devices that apply Furukawa Electric’s photonics technology accumulated over the years to deliver a stable, high-quality beam to the target lesion. (COMPAMED 2026 panel)

Optical fiber probe

Optical fiber probe that utilizes Furukawa Electric’s photonics technology to achieve optimal light delivery tailored to specific lesions through optimum processing of the tip and material selection. (COMPAMED 2026 panel)

Position detection navigation

Position detection of implanted medical devices

Leveraging Furukawa Electric’s high frequency technology, the location of medical devices implanted in the body is detected through the use of wireless power transfer technology. (In-Body Medical Device Position Detection Solution Website, Japanese only)

Lighted guide wire

The lighted guide wire utilizes Furukawa Electric’s photonics technology to detect and make the tip location visible without X-rays by making the tip light up. Along with eliminating radiation exposure, it can be used reliably and safely even in environments where X-rays cannot be used. (COMPAMED 2026 panel)

Medical materials

Shape memory Ni-Ti Alloy

Ni-Ti (nickel-titanium) alloy with excellent shape memory characteristics and superelasticity. It supports the development of minimally invasive medical devices, and it has been used extensively for guide wires, stents and catheter (Furukawa Techno Material’s shape memory and Super-elastic Ni-Ti alloy website)

Medical Optical Fibers / Medical Probes

Our silica-based optical fiber products combine excellent optical transmission performance with high strength and flexibility. They have a long and proven track record in minimally invasive laser treatment applications. In recent years, they have also been increasingly developed for use in high-precision diagnostic equipment. (MFOPTEX Co., Ltd. website)