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

Scotchcast™ Plus Casting Tape - 3" x 12'

Scotchcast Plus casting tape is a fiberglass cast tape for forming rigid casts after exposure to moisture or water. It fits orthopedic casting workflows that call for a lightweight, strong, radiolucent, and porous finished cast. This 3 inch x 12 foot light blue tape uses fabric impregnated with polyurethane resin and includes a lubricating agent for a slippery feel when wet.

Good Fit For

• Orthopedic casting workflows
• Facilities that need 3 inch x 12 foot cast tape
• Use where lightweight, radiolucent, porous casts are preferred

Key Features

• Moisture-activated cast tape that becomes rigid after exposure to water
• Fiberglass construction supports lightweight, strong finished casts
• Radiolucent and porous cast properties may support follow-up imaging and airflow needs
• Lubricating agent in the resin creates a slippery feel when the tape is wet
• 3 inch x 12 foot size works for buyers who need this specific tape width and length
• Light blue color can help with product identification in supply areas

Applications and Usage

• Forming rigid casts after wet activation
• Stocking orthopedic treatment rooms with fiberglass casting tape
• Selecting cast tape where radiolucent finished casts are desired

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Water or moisture activates the resin, so handling workflow matters before use.
• Store at USP Controlled Room Temperature.

FAQ

• How does Scotchcast Plus casting tape harden? Exposure to moisture or water starts the chemical reaction that causes the tape to become rigid.
• What material is this casting tape made from? This cast tape uses fiberglass, with fabric impregnated 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 is 3 inch x 12 foot.
• Does the tape feel slippery 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.