Preferred 3.2mm Splinting Material

Preferred 3.2mm Splinting Material Features

Resistance To Stretch -

• Tolerates minimum to moderate resistance to stretch
• Tolerates minimum to moderate handling during splint molding
• Handle on a horizontal plane and form splint in a gravity-assisted position
• Gentle, smooth motions yield superior results

Drape -

• Moderate drape with only light to moderate pressure
• Contours are quick to form

Memory -

• Minimum to moderate memory
• Splints can be modified a few times without thinning
• Requires less handling and maintains contours while cooling

Why to use Preferred 3.2mm Splinting Material?

Rigidity -

• Molded splints have a moderate rigidity
• A circumferential splint is flexible enough for easy donning and doffing, yet strong enough for immobilization

Exquisite Bonding -

• The unique powder coating gives a tacky feel that helps hold the material in place, without the material pulling or falling away
• The wet bond will hold firmly but can be pulled apart once cooled
• Dry heating two surfaces will form a strong bond
• For a permanent bond, use solvent minimally and dry heat prior to bonding
• Surface Finish
• Moderate resistance to fingerprints and resists showing stains
• Smooth, self-sealing cut edges remain sealed even after reheating

Working Time -

• Allows three to five minutes to form and harden after softening in 160° F (71° C) water

When to apply Preferred 3.2mm Splinting Material?

The 1/8" or 3.2mm Preferred can be used for almost any splinting application. Use for dynamic and static splinting; for adult and pediatric positioning; and for post-burn and post-surgical care.