3M Scotchcast™ Plus Casting Tape - 2" x 12'

Scotchcast™ Plus Casting Tape - 2" x 12'

Scotchcast Plus casting tape is a fiberglass cast tape that hardens when exposed to moisture or water. It fits orthopedic casting workflows where buyers want a lightweight, strong, radiolucent, and porous finished cast. This 2 inch x 12 foot tape comes in bright orange and includes a lubricating agent in the resin for a slippery feel when wet.

Good Fit For

• Orthopedic casting workflows
• Facilities that need radiolucent cast material
• Applications where a 2 inch wide casting tape is preferred

Key Features

• Moisture-activated casting tape becomes rigid after exposure to water
• Fiberglass construction supports lightweight, strong finished casts
• Radiolucent and porous cast finish may suit imaging and breathability needs
• Resin includes a lubricating agent for a slippery feel when wet
• 2 inch x 12 foot size works for cast applications that need a narrower tape width
• Bright orange color can help with quick visual identification

Applications and Usage

• Creating rigid casts after water activation
• Applying casts where a lightweight finished result is preferred
• Selecting cast material for settings that value radiolucency
• Using a narrower tape width for smaller cast applications

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Water or moisture starts the hardening reaction, so plan application workflow before wetting the tape
• The resin has a slippery feel when wet, which may affect handling during application
• Tape width is 2 inch, so buyers should confirm it matches the body area and casting technique they use

FAQ

• How does this casting tape harden? Scotchcast Plus casting tape becomes rigid when it is exposed to moisture or water.
• What material is this cast tape made from? This casting tape is made from fiberglass with polyurethane resin.
• What are the finished cast characteristics? Finished casts made with Scotchcast Plus casting tape are lightweight, strong, radiolucent, and porous.
• What size is this casting tape? This tape measures 2 inch x 12 foot.
• Does the tape feel different when wet? Yes. The resin includes a lubricating agent that gives the tape a slippery feel when exposed to water.

From Scotchcast Plus by 3M.