Thermoplastics and Splinting Materials

Product catalog summary

Overview
Klarity Medical & Equipment (GZ) Co., Ltd is a leading manufacturer of thermoplastics and positioning devices for medical specialties such as rehabilitation, occupational therapy, orthopedics, and radiation therapy. Their products are ISO 13485 certified and comply with FDA, CE, and other international regulations.

Thermoplastic Characteristics
Thermoplastics are categorized by resistance to stretch, drape/conformability, and bonding capabilities. They come in various perforation levels to provide different support and ventilation levels, catering to the needs of medical professionals.

Product Specifications

Klarity SOLO / Klarity SOLO Plus: These materials offer maximum resistance to stretch and rigidity, ideal for fracture bracing and trunk immobilization. Available in different perforation levels (1%, 5%, 19%) and are latex-free.
Easy Fit™: Designed for making strong, rigid splints for patients with strong joint contractures, offering maximum resistance to stretch and moderate drape.

Thermoplastic Precuts and Splints
The document details various precut thermoplastics and preformed splints, including dynamic splints and tools & accessories for splinting, designed for ease of use and customization for specific patient needs.

Thickness and Perforation Guide
Thermoplastics are available in various thicknesses (1.6mm to 4.0mm) and perforation levels (non-perforated to extra perforated) to cater to different support and ventilation requirements.

Material Specifications

Surface Characteristics: Slightly sticky when warm, aiding in maintaining the material in place for an intimate fit. Achieves a permanent bond through dry heat application without solvents.
Edge Finish: Leaves sealed, smooth edges when cut warm.
Latex-Free: Skin-friendly, do not cause sensitization, and environmentally friendly with self-degradation properties.

Product Variants and Applications

Klarity Stiff: Ideal for revisions, serial splinting, and fracture bracing. Easy to handle and clean, with a non-stick coating that can be removed for permanent bonding.
Klarity NS: Suitable for hand, wrist, and lower extremity splints, providing moderate resistance to stretch and transparency when heated.

Technical Parameters

Heating Instructions: Materials are activated by immersing in water at 65° to 70°C for specified durations depending on thickness.
Working and Hardening Time: Offers 1.5-2 minutes of working time and 3-6 minutes of hardening time.
Transparency: Becomes transparent when heated, aiding in precise application and fitting.

Ordering Information
Lists various product codes, colors, thicknesses, and sizes available for order. Available in solid and perforated forms, with different percentages of perforation to suit specific needs.

Komfort™ Composite Thermoplastic
Laminated with thin foams for comfort by wicking moisture and heat from the skin. Ideal for medium to large splints, including body jackets and back supports. Latex-free, skin-friendly, and environmentally friendly.

Komfort™ Corset
Designed for lumbar support, used for external fixation after lumbar surgery or compression fractures. Breathable, moistureproof, and germproof, providing comfort and support.

Application and Usage
Designed for various medical applications, including post-surgery support, fracture bracing, and immobilization. Easy to use, with specific heating and molding instructions provided for each product.

Dynamic Splint Kits

Extensor Tendon Dynamic Splint Kit: Used to prevent tendon adhesion and ankylosis after tendon repair. Suitable for various extensor tendons and musculospiral nerve injuries.
Flexor Tendon Dynamic Splint Kit: Used for post-surgical functional training to prevent adhesion and joint contracture.

Recommendations
Advises keeping the product away from heat sources like open fires or microwaves. Highlights the importance of not using a heat gun while the patient is wearing the splint and ensuring the splint is not applied directly to the skin after heating.

Contact Information
Klarity Medical & Equipment (GZ) Co., Ltd is located at No. 14, 3rd Street Shawan, GETDD, Guangzhou 510730, China. Contact via phone at +86 20 8222 6380, fax at +86 20 8208 8552, or email at [email protected]. More information is available on their websites: www.klaritymedical.com and www.klaritycare.com.

Catalog excerpts

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BETTER PRODUCTS FOR BETTER CARE Klarity Medical & Equipment (GZ) Co., Ltd No. 14, 3rd Street Shawan, GETDD Guangzhou 510730, China Te l : +86 20 8222 6380 Fax:+86 20 8208 8552 www.klaritymedical.com www.klaritycare.com Email: [email protected] Version Number: KL-CY-20190508-A1 Thermoplastics and Splinting Materials

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Maximum Resistance to Stretch Klarity SOLO / Klarity SOLO Plus Klarity Medical manufactures and distributes a variety of products serving the needs of occupational therapists, hand therapists, radiation therapists and other medical specialists. With facilities in China, USA, and Europe, Klarity is a world leader in manufacturing and developing thermoplastics and positioning devices. All items are produced with strict ISO 13485 certification and in compliance with all FDA, CE and other international regulations. Today, Klarity is a world leader in manufacturing and developing thermoplastics and...

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ABOUT THERMOPLASTICS Thermoplastic Splinting Materials Klarity manufactures precision crafted materials for all splint types. Our products meet the requirements of the most highly skilled OT professionals. Klarity thermoplastic splinting materials offer different degrees of rigidity and resistance to stretch to meet the needs of different patients and splint-makers. • Lightweight support and easy to cut with scissors when cold. • Ideal for paediatrics, finger splints and hand-based splints. • Lightweight with moderate support. • Easy to cut with scissors when cold. • Ideal for paediatrics, finger,...

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MAXIMUM RESISTANCE TO STRETCH Klarity® SOLO / Klarity® SOLO Plus Maximum RTS and rigidity. Ideal for facture bracing and trunk immobilization RTS 3.2mm 65° to 70°C water for 2 minutes Karity SOLO 1% perforation sheet is ideal for making pre-formed splints Klarity SOLO: Uncoated. Allows material to temporary bond when warm. Once cool the bond is Klarity SOLO Plus: Uncoated. Provides a slightly sticky surface when warm to keep material in place for an intimate fit. Allowing excellent permanent bonds and securing strapping, padding, hinges and outriggers. 1.5-2 minutes of working time 5-7 minutes...

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Easy Fit™ MAXIMUM RESISTANCE TO STRETCH Makes strong, rigid splints for patients who are hard to position or have strong joint contractures. Folds easily to form smooth, even edges. Transparent when heated. Non-stick coated material for easy use. Maximum RTS and minimal drape provides maximum control. Very good Transparent when heated Bonding: Uncoated Easy Fit provides a slightly sticky surface when warm to keep material in place for an intimate fit. Bonding: With non-stick coating. Coating may be removed to create a permanent bond. Easy to handle and clean (less porous). Surface Finish: Resists...

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MODERATE RESISTANCE TO STRETCH Transparent when heated. Non-stick coated material for easy use. Moderate Very good 1.5-2 minutes of working time Transparent when heated 3-5 minutes of hardening time Bonding: With non-stick coating. Coating may be removed to create a permanent bond. Easy to handle and clean (less porous). Surface Finish: Resists finger printing for a smooth, shiny surface. To remove marks and bring out shine, dip in warm water or lightly heat the surface with dry heat. Latex Free: Skin friendly without sensitization and environment friendly with self-degration. Application: 4.0mm...

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